Amulet book 1 is the first installment in the popular graphic novel series written and illustrated by Kazu Kibuishi. The story follows the journey of Emily, a young girl who stumbles upon a magical amulet after her family moves to a new house. This amulet has the power to give its wearer immense abilities and is sought after by various creatures and individuals. As Emily wears the amulet, she discovers its power and becomes the target of sinister forces that want to possess it. To protect her family, she embarks on a dangerous adventure to save her kidnapped mother and uncover the truth about the amulet's origins. Throughout the book, readers are introduced to a diverse cast of characters, including Emily's brother Navin and a robotic creature named Miskit.
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Throughout the book, readers are introduced to a diverse cast of characters, including Emily's brother Navin and a robotic creature named Miskit. Together, they navigate a strange and perilous world filled with fantastical creatures, hidden civilizations, and ancient secrets. Kibuishi's stunning artwork brings the story to life, creating a visually captivating experience for readers.
Review: DJI Mavic Mini
Small, light, pocketable drone. Solid camera specs for the price. Excellent 3-axis stabilization. Impressive, nearly 30-minute flying time. No need to register with the FAA. Just plain fun to fly.
TIREDUSB-A charging. Lack of ActiveTrack mode feels like deliberate crippling. No RAW image capture. So small it can be hard to track in the sky.
Making a smaller, less feature-filled product that's cheaper can often lead to a lot of compromises, but there's also a chance of making something truly special (see: the Nintendo Switch Lite). DJI has done exactly that with its new Mavic Mini, which packs nearly all of what's great about the company's larger, more expensive drones into a palm-sized package.
The collapsible Mavic Mini is more impressive than DJI's previous effort at a tiny drone, the Spark, in nearly every way. The Spark made too many compromises in search of its diminutive form factor (and is still 50 grams heavier than the Mavic Mini and $100 more). To keep down the weight and price, the Mavic Mini makes only one major compromise: It can't shoot 4K video. It can shoot 2.7K video though, which is good enough for most of us, especially considering it manages to do it while weighing a mere half-pound (just slightly heavier than a phone).
Palm-Sized PowerThe Mavic Mini is small, light, and very portable. It's the perfect drone for travel, even hiking or backpacking. The precise weight at takeoff is 249 grams. That's an important number in the drone world. The Federal Aviation Administration requires any "unmanned aerial vehicles" weighing from 250 grams to 55 pounds to be registered. This is a pretty painless process anyway, but the Mavic Mini is exempt.
Photograph: DJIIf you are planning to throw the Mavic Mini in a backpack for a long haul, be aware that the controller adds another 249 grams and is roughly the same size as the drone. The total package comes in at about 1 pound, plus any case you use.
That's impressively small for a device that features enough battery power to stay aloft for about 26 minutes in my testing. Wind and temperature will be factors in how long you can fly, and most of my testing was done in temperatures ranging from 35 to 60 degrees, which might be why I got a little less life than the 30 minutes DJI claims (lithium batteries do not like cold weather).
Yet the Mavic Mini is one of the best drone flying experiences I've had. It's nimble and responsive. DJI's new Fly app isn't quite as nice as what you get with the company's other drones, but it works well enough. My only gripe is that switching flight modes—between Regular, Sport, and a new one dubbed Cinesmooth—is not a switch on the controller as it is with other models in the Mavic line. Instead, you'll have to hunt it down in the app.
As you would expect, the Mavic Mini is so light that I do not recommend using it in windy conditions. That said, it was surprisingly stable the one breezy day I did test it. There was very little side-to-side movement, even with gusts; what movement there was tended to be vertical—gusts would push it up.
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My other concern flying the Mini was its size. It can reach 1,600 feet vertically and can range 2.5 miles from you, which is a bit tighter than DJI's other drones, but that's still plenty far enough to lose sight of it because it's so small. Line of sight is the only safe way to fly in my opinion. Relying on first-person-view video is a great way to lose your drone. The Mini is so small that I would look down to frame a shot on my phone, then look back up and not be able to find the drone.
I should also point out that technically you don't need to use your phone to fly. You can fly the Mavic Mini through the controller solely by line of sight. I did this a few times, and losing sight in this scenario was nerve-racking.
Below the tiny frame is a 24mm lens with a fixed f/2.8 aperture. The CMOS image sensor is capable of 12-megapixel still images (JPEG only, unfortunately) and video at 2.7K/30p and 1080/30p. The results are impressive, especially considering the size of the package. Yes, there's no 4K video or RAW still capture, but this is a machine of compromises.
What's MissingThe Mavic Mini is tiny, light, and relatively cheap, which means there are some trade-offs to be made on features. This is not a Mavic, certainly not a Mavic Pro, not even a Mavic Air. It uses USB-A for charging instead of the more modern and more versatile USB-C, for example. Still, you get quite a lot of cinematic and flying power.
The big drawback and main reason many videographers will probably skip the Mini is the lack of 4K video. It's not that the 2.7K video from the Mavic Mini is bad, but mixing it with 4K footage isn't going to work out well. That means if any footage in your project is 4K, you'll want your drone footage to be 4K. For that, DJI has several answers: The Mavic, Mavic Pro, and Mavic Air.
For the rest of us, the 2.7K footage looks great, and the three-axis-stabilization yields far smoother results than the two-axis-stabilized Spark was ever capable of capturing. There's something to be said for the old adage: The best camera is the one you have in your pocket. That's true even when the camera in your pocket is a drone.
Smack her booty in Magic (21, 21)
I’ll slap a pussy nigga with a ratchet (Pussy)
I might slap a tracker on his whip and get the addy (Pussy)
Don’t call me on Christmas Eve, bitch, call your daddy (21)
Bitch, call your uncle (21), bitch, don’t call me (21)
Always in my L, your ho a freak (Fuck)
Why my opps be posting guns and only use they feet? (21)
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The illustrations effectively convey the emotions and action of the characters, enhancing the overall narrative. Amulet book 1 not only entertains but also explores themes of family, courage, and the consequences of power. It highlights the importance of working together and facing fears in the face of adversity. Overall, Amulet book 1 sets the stage for an epic adventure that will captivate readers of all ages. With its compelling story, engaging characters, and breathtaking illustrations, it has become a beloved series that continues to enthrall audiences as it progresses..
Reviews for "Follow the Hero's Journey in Amulet Book 1: The Stonekeeper"
1. John - 2/5 - I was really excited to read "Amulet book 1" based on all the positive reviews and the beautiful artwork, but I ended up being disappointed. The story felt cliched and unoriginal, with predictable plot twists and underdeveloped characters. The narration also felt rushed, like the author was trying to cram too much into one book. Overall, I was not impressed and don't plan on continuing with the series.
2. Sarah - 3/5 - I'm not a huge fan of graphic novels, but I decided to give "Amulet book 1" a chance based on its popularity. While the artwork was indeed stunning, the story itself didn't captivate me. I found the world-building to be lacking, and the dialogue felt stilted and unnatural. The pacing was also uneven, with some parts feeling rushed while others dragged on. While I can see why others may enjoy this book, it just wasn't my cup of tea.
3. Lisa - 2/5 - As a longtime lover of fantasy, I had high hopes for "Amulet book 1," but unfortunately, it fell short for me. The plot was confusing and disjointed, making it difficult to become fully invested in the story or the characters. Additionally, I found the main protagonist to be unlikable and lacking in depth, which made it hard to root for her. Although the artwork was visually appealing, it couldn't make up for the lackluster storytelling. I won't be continuing with the series.