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🎉 Milestone Unlocked: 100 Facebook Followers!
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Hey everyone—wanted to share some concepts we’ve been tossing around for beefing up profile customization on Thumdar:
1. A Thumdar “Store”
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Browse and unlock digital goodies like profile‑picture overlays, banner templates, and special badges.
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Some items could be free for all, others earnable through activity, or available for credits (earned by posting, hosting events, etc.).
2. Earnable Rewards
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Hit milestones (complete your profile, rack up reactions, host a group meet‑up) to unlock exclusive overlays or seasonal badges.
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Encourages exploration and gives tangible recognition for your contributions.
3. Giveaways & Limited Drops
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Regular community events (photo contests, quiz nights) where winners receive limited‑edition overlays or banner graphics.
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Keeps things fresh and gives everyone a chance at something unique.
4. Custom Badge System
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Badges like “Community Champion,” “Event Host,” or “Verified Contributor” that sit proudly on your profile.
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Each badge could unlock a small visual perk—think glow effects or badge‑themed overlays.
What do you think?
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Which types of overlays or badges excite you most?
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How would you prefer to earn them—through activity, contests, or direct “store” credits?
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Any other ideas for making your profile truly yours?
Can’t wait to hear your thoughts and build this out together!
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All of those elements—environment, economy, ease of connection—are key ingredients, but what really brings a virtual world to life is its people. It’s the friends you meet, the impromptu gatherings, and the families you build with fellow explorers.
There.com still exists today because its community refused to let it die—they rallied to keep it alive and even helped relaunch the world. The same goes for Thumdar: without the members who show up, share ideas, and look out for one another, it would just be lines of code. In my experience, it’s that sense of belonging and care—knowing someone will be there to welcome you home—that makes a digital space feel truly alive.
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When There.com went offline the first time, my wife and I gave Second Life a shot—but it never quite clicked for us. As geomite mentioned, There.com’s physics and avatar animations remain unmatched; the way characters move and interact in that world still feels more lifelike and responsive than anything I’ve seen elsewhere.
That said, building on There.com does take a bit more patience—you need to craft assets externally, submit them for review, and wait for approval, whereas Second Life’s in‑world building tools can feel more immediate. I’ve heard similar feedback from other creators, and I’d love to see There.com streamline its development pipeline. Even so, the richness of There.com’s community and the depth of its world still make it, for me, the superior platform.
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From the moment I first logged into There.com, it just felt like home. My wife, the_wifey, and I met there back in 2009—and if it weren’t for that world, we wouldn’t have our two beautiful kids today. So much of my family has played over the years, too: my Uncle Joe (Basolo78) was the one who introduced me, and though he’s passed on, I carry his memory with me every time I return.
Beyond that, the friendships I’ve made and the passion of the community are second to none. I’ve sampled other platforms, but none of them capture the same magic or sense of belonging. There.com will always be my home away from home—and that’s what keeps me coming back.
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So my wife and I planned this night out—no kids, nothing to rush back for. We were hyped. Thought maybe we’d go out somewhere fancy, hit up a movie, make a whole night of it.
…We ended up at Pizza Ranch because we were both craving their chicken. Not even mad about it. Sat there talking, laughing, and just enjoying the peace and quiet.
Then we got home around 10pm and were like, “Yeah… that’s enough excitement for one night.”
Put on comfy clothes and passed out like two people who had just run a marathon—except all we really did was eat buffet-style fried chicken and exist.
That was the moment.
I’m too old for the party scene. Too old to pretend, I want to stay out past midnight. But I’m just the right age to love the hell out of a chill date with the person I love and call it a win.
No regrets. That chicken always slaps!
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So here’s the weird one: I make wine. And mead. Like, a lot of it. I’ve got batches bubbling, clearing, and aging at any given time. I experiment with fruit blends, yeast strains, the works. I’ve even spent hours researching how to stabilize, clarify, and perfect the process…
But here’s the kicker: I don’t drink. At all.
People always ask, “Why go through all that effort if you’re not even gonna sip it?” And honestly, I don’t have a great answer. There’s just something about the process that’s freeing. It’s like creating something beautiful, powerful, a little dangerous, and then stepping back and saying, “I made that.” Like art in a bottle.
Maybe my guilty pleasure is being obsessed with something I don’t even consume.
Who knows. It’s my own little fermented rebellion!
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Hey everyone,
Just wanted to give a big welcome to all the new members signing up here on Thumdar!
While a lot of us go way back with There.com, this site isn’t just about one platform — it’s about the whole virtual world scene. Whether you’re from Second Life, IMVU, Sansar, or any other virtual space out there, you’re in the right place. Thumdar is here to bring together creators, explorers, gamers, and old-school veterans from all corners of the metaverse.
We’ve got space for conversations, events, creativity, and community, without all the corporate nonsense. This place is run by people who care about the worlds we live in and the people we meet in them.
So jump in, say hi, explore, share what you’re working on, or just hang out. Glad to have you here.
– the_hubby
Owner, Thumdar.com
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Hey there, I’m the_hubby — I’ve been part of There.com since 2008. Back in the day, I went by basolo24, but after meeting my amazing wife (the_wifey) in-game, things changed for the better. We hit it off, got married, and here we are — 16 years strong and raising two awesome kids together.
I’m big into technology, but I also love getting outside — whether it’s fishing, hunting, hiking, or just exploring something new. I’ve even dabbled in a little winemaking (funny enough, I don’t drink — go figure).
In late 2024, I took over Thumdar to help bring the spirit of the community back to life. So if you catch me in-game or on the site, don’t hesitate to say hi — always glad to connect with old friends and new faces.
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I used to be known as Basolo24 in There.com until I met my wife and now my avatar name is The_hubby if your recognize my old name from game I would love to reconnect!
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The files are already marked as “Elevator Friendly.” This means it’s designed specifically not to have a bottom collision.
You don’t need additional or separate elevator files. From my understanding, the provided model is ready-to-use. I haven’t used them personally, and there is a provided GMax file.
This is all that was included with the download.
Let me know if you have any other questions or insights. Perhaps we can recreate these files even if not needed and offer them with the downloads?
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Oh wow, Harvard Law, a detour to Italy, and now legal threats? This escalated quickly. 😂
But hey, careful throwing around pizza fights… I am Italian. We take that kind of thing seriously. Like, family-legacy, dough-slinging, sauce-simmering, serious.
So if you’re ready to settle this like civilized billionaires, I propose a truce: your chef versus my nonna’s cookbook. Winner gets lifetime bragging rights (and possibly heartburn).
Glad you’re back, counselor. We missed your chaos. 😎
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Well well well, we’ve clearly just welcomed royalty to Thumdar! 🛬👑 Thanks for gracing us with your 125 years of charm, wit, and world-class staff (please send the chef our way—just for a weekend). We’re honored to have you here among us commoners while your jet’s in the shop. 😄
In all seriousness, welcome! We’re glad you’re here, billionaire or not. Looking forward to your next scandalous revelation! 🌟
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👋 Welcome to Thumdar, Paul!
It’s fantastic to have you here. Your long-standing presence on There.com and your contributions through SSW Designs have undoubtedly enriched the community. Your dedication as a firefighter for 25 years is truly commendable and speaks volumes about your character.
We’re thrilled to have both you and your wife, XxxlinzyxxX, as part of our community. Your journey and experiences add immense value to Thumdar. You might even consider creating a group space for SSW Designs — a place to showcase your work.
Once again, welcome aboard!
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You’re so funny! Well, now I’m saying hi to you as well! HI!