Once upon a time, in a small village, there was a tradition of celebrating Christmas by decorating a magnificent tree in the center of the town square. The tree was carefully chosen by the villagers each year and brought to the square where everyone would gather and adorn it with twinkling lights and colorful ornaments. However, one particular year, something extraordinary happened. The villagers discovered a small magical seed hidden beneath the snow near the square. Intrigued by its shimmering glow, they decided to plant it and see what would happen. To their astonishment, the seed sprouted immediately, and within moments, a magnificent Christmas tree emerged from the ground.
When I went to test the interrupt, the ESP8266 would just crash. I realized I needed to add the IRAM_ATTR to the interrupt which I always forget when developing for this processor.
That means it s right at home during one-on-one games of Friday Night Magic as well as gigantic Multiplayer Planechase House Rules Banlist Slugfests. I mostly focussed on creating a platform that could be easily configured, and could have a variety of mostly independent applications that I could switch between with a menu brought up by pressing down on the joystick.
To their astonishment, the seed sprouted immediately, and within moments, a magnificent Christmas tree emerged from the ground. It was like no tree they had ever seen before. Its branches were vibrant and filled with a magical aura that captivated all who saw it.
Custom PCB Magic Card Game Life Tracker
I had my first circuit board printed. I made an extremely over engineered life total counter.
It’s mostly based around Magic the Gathering, but could be used for a variety of games. To make it interesting, I made it track multiple totals (tokens, counters, commander damage, etc.) and to be able to quickly add and subtract large numbers.
The interface I came up with was:
- Show a total in a seven segment display
- Show which total is selected in an OLED display
- There are ten totals, each with an icon to identify them
- A list of numbers to identify the totals on top, with the current total highlighted
- Up and down will change how much the increment and decrement buttons add. This can be 1, 10, 100, or 1000. The current selected value is shown by lighting up the decimal place led for the corresponding digit.
- Left and right switches which total is being displayed
Here’s my initial prototype in action:
All the designs and code can be found at https://github.com/axlan/mtg-life-tracker
See this update at the end for my second revision with improved ergonomics and a lot more software development.
The townspeople quickly realized that this was no ordinary tree – it had the power to grow and change shape according to the wishes of those around it. Each villager contributed their own idea of how they wanted the tree to look, and to their amazement, the tree transformed into a manifestation of their collective imagination. Children wished for candy canes and edible ornaments, and the tree obliged, producing branches filled with delectable treats. The elderly wished for memories and nostalgic decorations, and the tree began to display ornaments representative of their cherished times. The tree became a symbol of unity and joy, bringing the whole village together to celebrate the magic of Christmas. People from neighboring towns heard about the enchanted tree and came to see it for themselves, spreading tales of its magical abilities far and wide. As the years went by, the tree continued to grow and evolve, always adapting to the desires and dreams of those who looked upon it. It became a cherished tradition for the village and a source of wonder for visitors. No Christmas in the small town was complete without the magic growing Christmas tree at its center. Eventually, the magic growing Christmas tree became a legend that was passed down from generation to generation. Even when the original villagers were long gone, their descendants continued the tradition, planting the magical seed each year and witnessing the wondrous transformation of the tree. And so, the story of the magic growing Christmas tree lives on, reminding us all of the power of imagination, unity, and the enchantment that can be found during the holiday season..
Reviews for "The Magical Benefits of a Growing Xmas Tree in Your Home"
1. Jane Doe - 1 star
The Magic Growing Xmas Tree was a huge disappointment. It claimed to be a magical and unique way to spruce up my holiday decorations, but it ended up being nothing more than a cheap, plastic tree that barely grew. The so-called "magic" was non-existent, and after following the instructions meticulously, the tree only grew a few centimeters. I was left with a sad, miniature tree that looked more like a decoration for a dollhouse than something suitable for my living room. Save your money and opt for a real, full-sized Christmas tree instead - you won't be disappointed like I was.
2. John Smith - 2 stars
I was excited to try out the Magic Growing Xmas Tree as the concept seemed fun and unique. However, the product fell short of my expectations. The tree did grow as promised, but the branches were flimsy and lacked the fullness that is characteristic of a Christmas tree. Additionally, the decorations that came with it were of poor quality and the adhesive used did not hold them in place. The overall effect was underwhelming, and I ended up investing in a traditional tree to salvage my holiday decorations. Don't waste your money on this gimmicky product.
3. Emily Johnson - 1 star
The Magic Growing Xmas Tree was a complete waste of money. I bought it thinking it would be a fun activity to do with my family during the holiday season, but it turned out to be a frustrating experience. The tree didn't grow evenly, and some branches remained stunted while others grew disproportionately. The plastic material used was also cheap and easily breakable. It was a disappointment for both adults and children alike, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a festive and enjoyable Christmas tree experience.
A Fun and Interactive Holiday Activity: Growing Your Own Xmas Tree