monthly summary · January 2022

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Overview

January 2022 covers Daniel's last weeks in Manchester and his move to Scotland. After about seven months in Manchester, which he rated 5.6/10 as affordable but bland and lacking green space, he checked out of his Beetham Tower flat and took a coach to Edinburgh, where he moved into a rented studio duplex he found larger than his Manchester space.

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Game development ran through the month. Daniel moved to GameMaker Studio 2 for a 2D game (Hiding in My Room), added menus, an in-game computer, sleeping and death penalties, relaunched Patreon at $3/month with early builds and journals, and released versions 1.1 and later 1.6.

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Money was a recurring concern: £45 in the bank before leaving, delayed OnlyFans payouts, large stock and CFD losses (£12,000–£13,000 reported in one stream), roughly £2,000 monthly income later reported from OnlyFans, YouTube and Patreon, and pending rental deposits.

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Falling views and subscribers, trolls and disappointing outdoor stream numbers recurred. Daniel felt pushed toward drama or clickbait about exes and leaned toward vlogs for Scotland.

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Reviews included Pokémon Legends: Arceus (first 4.6, later retracted and raised after backlash), God of War PC, Attack on Titan episodes and Far Cry 5.

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Plans in Scotland stayed unsettled: whether to stay, rent or return home around March, partly depending on finding a partner. Dating, exes and workplace stories recurred.

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Themes

Manchester evaluation, departure logistics and relocation and travel in Scotland

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GameMaker game development, Patreon relaunch and the 2015 iOS game Tanks and Zombies, which sold two copies and made five dollars

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Streaming hardware and mobile IRL setups, including overheating, webcams, microphones and phone streaming

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Stock trading, CFD losses, OnlyFans and Patreon earnings, payout delays and rental deposits

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Online harassment, Discord moderation and bans, forum allegations about Daniel's divorce and an Airbnb stay, and viewer claims about his ex-wife

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Commentary on other creators, personal recollections including school bullying and a Rotterdam altercation, a self-description as a sex addict, and the Tomoko HelloTalk story

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Game and anime reviews, including Pokémon Legends: Arceus and Far Cry 5 criticism

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Developments

Recording dated 2022-01-01: New Year's Eve stream from Manchester ran into midnight while Daniel worked on his GameMaker platformer and chatted.

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[2022-01-01] Last Stream Of 2021 (As A Woman) [NWOuwIF02G8]

Recording dated 2022-01-03: Daniel announced a new game and a $3/month Patreon reboot offering early builds and journals, after eight or nine days of work.

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Recording dated 2022-01-06: Daniel notified his housing provider that he would not extend his Manchester lease, bought a tripod and a one-year Tinder Gold subscription, and unblocked his mother.

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Getting Ready To Leave Manchester

Recordings dated 2022-01-08: Daniel criticized polyglot creators, compared Oriental Pearl's growth with his channel's 109,000 subscribers, and found raw chicken tenders after lunch.

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Around 11-12 January: Daniel released game version 1.1 on Patreon and booked a bus with a Glasgow transfer. He also left the flat during a tenant viewing and bought a camera.

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Recording dated 2022-01-14: Daniel reviewed Far Cry 5 and scored it 2.8 out of 10.

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DO NOT BUY Far Cry 5 - Terrible Game!

Two recordings dated 2022-01-15 recount the HelloTalk contact with Tomoko, who claimed to be 27. Daniel quit his job and went to Japan, and she later admitted being in her early forties.

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Recording dated 2022-01-16: Daniel packed for his final Manchester days, reported £45 in his bank account and delayed OnlyFans payouts, and tested a mobile rig, switching from a hot MacBook in a backpack to a Samsung S10+.

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Recording dated 2022-01-17: Daniel changed game mechanics (mouse-hover interaction, a $500 death penalty), arranged a midnight bus to Scotland and tested a streaming rig.

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Recording dated 2022-01-18: Daniel livestreamed outdoors in Manchester on his last day, felt anxious, was disappointed by low viewership and leaned toward vlogs for Scotland.

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Recording dated 2022-01-21: Daniel checked out of his Manchester apartment, returned the keys and boarded a coach toward Edinburgh via Glasgow.

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Recording dated 2022-01-23: Daniel toured his newly rented Edinburgh duplex studio, compared it favorably with Manchester, and had a brief water outage while showering.

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Recording dated 2022-01-24: Daniel arrived late in Edinburgh after a delayed bus, spent £40 on food and beer, and tested his stream setup. He climbed Arthur's Seat and visited St Giles' Cathedral and Calton Hill.

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Recordings dated 2022-01-25: Daniel reviewed the OBSBOT Tiny in a seven-hour stream, banned Vlogfield, released game version 1.6, and walked up a mountain instead of shopping for food.

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Around 26 January: Daniel gave Pokémon Legends: Arceus a 4.6/10 review.

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Recording dated 2022-01-27: a real estate agency's privacy complaint over office footage in the Scotland move video led Daniel to blur that segment.

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Recordings dated 2022-01-28 and 29: Daniel cancelled the Highlands, Loch Ness and Ben Nevis trips, toured the National Museum of Scotland, visited a capsule hotel and sent a rental minimum-stay inquiry.

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Around 30 January: after about 1,600 dislikes and 16 hours of play, Daniel retracted his critique and raised the Arceus score to roughly 6–6.6.

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Uncertainties & gaps

Whether the real estate agency's emails were an explicit legal threat, and whether filming on commercial premises violates rules, remain unclear.

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Tomoko's exact age is not definitively recalled, placed between 40 and 42.

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How much of the rental deposits will be returned, and final meter readings, were unconfirmed.

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Claims about exes' new partners, Chihiro's alleged reconciliation condition, her or the ex-wife's relationships and employment, and forum allegations about Daniel's divorce and Airbnb stay are unverified speculation or viewer claims.

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How long Daniel will stay in Scotland, and whether he will rent, travel on or return home, is undecided.

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Whether winter Ben Nevis is feasible or safe is undecided, whether the chicken tenders caused illness is unconfirmed, and when Japan will reopen is unknown.

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Game sales, completion date, final genre, features and Daniel's sustained motivation are unknown.

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The revised Arceus score is approximate, OnlyFans payout arrival is unconfirmed, and the cause of health symptoms is unknown.

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Self-described OCD tendencies are Daniel's own characterization, not a diagnosis, and a possible link between emotional-connection difficulty and autism is only an open question.

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Several smaller details remain unclear: whether GameMaker Studio 2 existed around 2018, why Essex Girl stopped replying, whether the MacBook survives overheating, the origin of a hole on the mountain, and the Edinburgh fireplace and kitchen extraction.

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Explore this period

Recording · January 2022
stream test in new plac ein scotland
Daniel tests his streaming configuration, including an OBSBOT Tiny AI webcam, internet connection, and an external microphone exhibiting buzzing issues, while arranging his laptop setup in his lodging. Daniel considers potential travel acti
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-15] Dating in Japan - The worst date I ever had [LFLjymqrVpI]
Daniel connected on HelloTalk with a Japanese woman named Tomoko who stated she was 27, prompting him to ghost a prior partner, quit his job at a petrol station after hitting 5,000 YouTube subscribers, and move to Japan. Before meeting Tomo
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Recording · January 2022
why i HATE the God of War PC port - VERY disappointing
Daniel reviewed the PC port of God of War following the expiration of its PlayStation console exclusivity, rating it 2.8 out of 10 and deeming it an overpriced, low-effort cash grab sold at an excessive £40 price point that does not hold up
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Recording · January 2022
testing new stream setup
Daniel prepared, tested, and troubleshot a mobile IRL streaming setup featuring a closed MacBook in a backpack, an external camera or webcam mounted in a jacket, audio gear, and alert systems. Discussions covered channel engagement, subscri
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Recording · January 2022
My Problem with Oriental Pearl (and other Polyglot Youtubers)
The content creator Oriental Pearl experienced significant viewership, gaining 19 million views on one video and around 500,000 views on recent videos, with predictions suggesting she could reach one million subscribers by year's end and su
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-30] I WAS SO WRONG about Pokémon Legends - Arceus! (It's really good) [AIYUAOe6hjE]
Daniel retracted his previous harsh critique of Pokémon Legends: Arceus after receiving intense online backlash and subsequently playing the game for about 16 consecutive hours, finding deeper tactical engagement and visual appeal than firs
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Recording · January 2022
BRUTAL Solo Climb up ANCIENT VOLCANO [ikoNvGIeQpw]
Rather than going food shopping, Daniel walked up a large hill that proved to be a mountain, observing the peaceful surroundings, the wind, a hole, and Benlomin.
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-13] Why I HATED living in Manchester [nAA_GrDyJZ4]
Daniel is preparing to leave Manchester after seven months, finding the city bland, boring, and uninspiring compared to international cities where he previously lived, ultimately giving it a rating of 5.6 out of 10 for being affordable and
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Recording · January 2022
testing new stream setup
Daniel tests and troubleshoots a mobile IRL streaming setup involving a MacBook in a backpack, a webcam, and various cables, addressing overheating risks, cooling solutions, and alternative devices such as a phone, tablet, or Steam Deck. Da
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Recording · January 2022
HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT!
Daniel is developing a 2D action game for PC and Mac based on personal life events using GameMaker Studio 2, spending 15 to 16 hours daily on coding after initial difficulties with programming tutorials. The Patreon account is being reboote
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Recording · January 2022
DO NOT BUY Far Cry 5 - Terrible Game!
Far Cry 5 is considered disappointing, repetitive compared to previous series installments, and one of the worst first-person shooters played this year, marked by a slow, unskippable intro sequence. A score of 2.8 out of 10 was awarded to F
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Recording · January 2022
Getting Ready To Leave Manchester
Daniel tested and evaluated streaming setups, microphones, and MacBooks, navigating Streamlabs integration, delay issues, and multi-platform broadcasting challenges. Daniel worked on developing a video game tentatively titled H.I.M.R.: The
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Recording · January 2022
I made a video game from scratch! Game Maker Studio 2 tutorial - Making a game
Daniel showcases and discusses game development progress, demonstrating mechanics such as mouse-hover interactions, in-game computer functions including email, shopping, and an automated stock market, a sleeping system that restores health,
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Recording · January 2022
DO NOT WATCH Attack on Titan Season 4 - VERY disappointing
Daniel expresses disappointment and concern regarding recent episodes of Attack on Titan Season 4 Part 2, criticizing the pacing, the heavy emphasis on political discussion over action, the overuse of plot twists, and giving the current epi
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Recording · January 2022
ASMR TONKOTSU RAMEN MUKBANG 먹방 _ EATING SOUNDS _ AUTHENTIC JAPANESE RAMEN
Daniel eats a delivery meal of tonkotsu ramen accompanied by a Coke while in Manchester, reflecting on its flavor, ingredients, cost, preparation, and how full the food feels by the end. The ramen features creamy broth, soft pork, bamboo sh
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Recording · January 2022
I got ACCUSED of ILLEGAL FILMING
A real estate agency filed a privacy complaint demanding the removal of office footage from the Scotland move video after previous emails regarding illegal filming were ignored, requiring the office segment to be blurred. Frustrations were
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-23] My $3000 a Month LUXURY Scottish Apartment Tour [vGjB5TcghO4]
Daniel tours a studio duplex apartment in a Victorian-era stone brick building in Edinburgh, reviewing its rooms and features while comparing its size and layout with a previous, smaller Manchester flat and noting the effects of space on me
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Recording · January 2022
OBSBOT Tiny Webcam Review
Daniel evaluated the OBSBOT Tiny webcam, testing its AI tracking, 2-axis gimbal movement, wide field of view, and low-light performance, finding the £180 price worthwhile for image quality despite poor microphone audio. During a seven-hour
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-26] DO NOT BUY Pokémon Legends - Arceus - VERY disappointing [_lejqf9otog]
Pokémon Legends: Arceus received a final review score of 4.6 out of 10 as a major disappointment marked by a bland open world, uninspiring visuals, repetitive combat, and a general lack of innovation. While strongly resembling Zelda: Breath
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-17] My response to my Ex Wife's new Boyfriend... [eG5r-JSK3zM]
Technical preparations were conducted for livestreaming, including testing mobile setups, bags, audio equipment, webcams, and mirror rigs while addressing software and interface issues. Departure preparations from the rented Manchester flat
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Recording · January 2022
I WAS SO WRONG about Pokémon Legends - Arceus! (It's really good)
Daniel retracted harsh criticisms from an earlier review of Pokémon Legends: Arceus following intense online backlash, including hostile comments and around 1,600 dislikes. After playing the game more extensively, Daniel determined that tra
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-12] final days left here....goodbye... [_Mve_rowI0Y]
Equipment testing for livestreams involved assessing a 2020 M1 MacBook, older microphones, and an AI-powered tracking webcam against previous camera and phone setups, while weighing the utility and costs of recording hardware. Travel plans
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-03] HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT! [rzIqU6NeT9o]
Daniel is developing a new video game from scratch using GameMaker Studio 2 and rebooting his Patreon page to offer early access builds. For $3 per month, Patreon supporters can access ongoing PC and Mac builds of the game, provide feedback
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Recording · January 2022
Why I have no Friends in Scotland - Sad and lonely -(
Daniel introduces his stream from a new, spacious accommodation in Scotland, discusses practical jokes formerly played on Chihiro, and describes legal and privacy challenges including a real estate agency's privacy complaint requiring blurr
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Recording · January 2022
Dating in Japan - The worst date I ever had
Daniel recounted being catfished roughly five years earlier by a Japanese woman named Tomoko whom he met on HelloTalk after she claimed to be 27 years old. After communicating across platforms and including Tomoko on YouTube livestreams, Da
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Recording · January 2022
LIVE AT THE GAY VILLAGE
Daniel conducted an outdoor livestream in Manchester on his final day in the city, finding the walk significantly more challenging and anxiety-inducing than anticipated. During the broadcast, Daniel walked through areas such as Chinatown, a
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Recording · January 2022
Why I'm moving to Scotland
Daniel is leaving an apartment in Manchester after a six-month stay to relocate to Scotland by bus. Daniel prepares a final plant-based meal of vegan chicken fillets, kale, olives, and cucumbers, noting the preparation advantages of plant-b
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Recording · January 2022
My $3000 a Month LUXURY Scottish Apartment Tour
Daniel introduces a tour of a newly rented studio duplex apartment in a historic stone brick building in Edinburgh, detailing its living room, kitchen, fireplace, bedroom, rooftop views, and dinner preparation of lamb chops, chips, and mixe
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Recording · January 2022
BRUTAL Solo Climb up ANCIENT VOLCANO
Daniel opted to walk up a large hill or mountain rather than going food shopping, experiencing peaceful and windy surroundings. The scenery and wind were observed alongside an unidentified hole that may possibly connect to Benlomin.
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-29] VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE [uj-0UfLF-IE]
Daniel experiences declining enthusiasm, audience drop-off, and frustration regarding YouTube channel metrics, contrasting the low viewership of outdoor vlogs and capsule hotel videos with the view counts generated by trending gaming conten
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-08] My Problem with Oriental Pearl (and other Polyglot Youtubers) [5cBNGbe7yKI]
Daniel critiques the success and novelty of white creators such as Oriental Pearl and Xiaoma speaking Asian languages in Japan, arguing it reflects white worship while acknowledging Oriental Pearl's Chinese skills, content engagement, advic
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-07] Getting Ready To Leave Manchester [qIRCrZ_ana4]
Daniel troubleshoots streaming equipment and software while managing stream settings, noting port spacing constraints on the MacBook, audio setups, and technical issues with Streamlabs. Daniel reviews game development progress on a platform
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Recording · January 2022
final days left here....goodbye...
Daniel tested and critiqued his streaming equipment, incorporating a 2020 M1 MacBook, an older microphone, and a new £180 AI-tracking webcam, while addressing audio issues, viewer feedback, and the moderation of his primary and backup Disco
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-18] live stream outside in Manchester [Fh06tG-pj_g]
Daniel livestreams an outdoor walk through Manchester, experiencing significant anxiety, discomfort, and difficulties speaking in public compared to broadcasting alone at home. Technical, physical, and environmental challenges arise during
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Recording · January 2022
VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Daniel expresses frustration and boredom following his arrival in Scotland, canceling planned excursions to the Highlands, Loch Ness, and Ben Nevis as negative feelings resurfaced and the projected views appeared insufficient to justify the
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-25] Why I have no Friends in Scotland - Sad and lonely -( [9rKhq3BQtpQ]
Daniel conducted extended streaming sessions from his accommodation in Scotland, discussing his travel experiences across Edinburgh and planned trips to Glasgow, Perth, and Ben Nevis. Daniel detailed progress on his independent video game p
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Recording · January 2022
[2022-01-01] Last Stream Of 2021 (As A Woman) [NWOuwIF02G8]
At the end of 2021 into New Year's Day 2022 in Manchester, Daniel immersed himself in learning programming and building a 2D side-scrolling platformer in GameMaker Studio 2, transferring the project between a MacBook and a Windows laptop af
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Recording · January 2022
Why I HATED living in Manchester
Daniel evaluated his seven-month residence in Manchester negatively ahead of his departure, characterizing the city as bland, boring, and deficient in green spaces, landmarks, and attractions compared to places like Tokyo, Seoul, and Berlin
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Recording · January 2022
Why I'm moving to Scotland [k975h9U5UYY]
Daniel prepares to leave Manchester for Scotland by bus after a six-month stay, prompted by boredom and an interest in Scottish history, culture, hiking mountains such as Ben Nevis, a sleeper train to London, and the film Braveheart. Daniel
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Recording · January 2022
DO NOT BUY Pokémon Legends - Arceus - VERY disappointing
Pokémon Legends: Arceus is viewed as an underwhelming open-world entry in the franchise reminiscent of an inferior Zelda: Breath of the Wild, earning an overall 4.6 out of 10 score and an assessment of being overpriced. The title features m
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Recording · January 2022
My response to my Ex Wife's new Boyfriend...
Daniel conducted his final livestream from his Manchester apartment at Beetham Tower, packing up his belongings, testing hardware and IRL streaming setups, sorting through mail, discarding household items, and ordering tonkotsu ramen via Ub
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