I Haven't Even Watched The Movie And I Would Have Done The Same, That's Literally The Only Good Thing

The two things I really like about Lumax

Number 1) They broke up.

We see them as cute in s3, but is is a candy-coating. Underneath, the relationship is strained with unhealthy dynamics.

Max is too distrusting of men and takes to heart messages of playing hard to get- just waiting for Lucas to come crawling back after anythingnhe does displeases her instead of talking it out- to be able to support/understand Lucas properly.

Lucas is too invested in being a man- keeping his woman happy and viewing women as "other"- to open up to Max/how her he is a safe space to be vulnerable.

And then they break up. They grow and reflect. They start showing these missing characteristics- Max is there for his games (maybe not in the stadium, but she is there as much as she can be with the shit in her life). Lucas pleads with Max to talk with him; admits he didn't look hard enough.

So they start talking. Like really talking and beginning to be open and vulnerable.

I love that they did not officially fet back together yet (despite the very clear implications they both still love and care for one another and would consider another foray into the romantic) because we can clearly see Lucas has grown to be able to support Max and that Mac has grown to be open with Lucas, but we still don't see it fully reciprocated. Lucas keeps his insecurities so close to his chest. I really want him to find an ear in Max.

It is devastating that Max is killed before Lucas can really start leaning on her in return or see how much she wants to support him too.

I really hope Max is out of her coma in s5 to see some of this growth occur.

Number 2) The continued/potential growth into a healthy dynamic

Max is able to be fully open and vulnerable with a boy/man.

This is big for Max. We see a lot of Max's issues with how the men in her life have treated her (and presumably other women) and how that has effected her with how defensive she is with the boys.

Max was much more open and readily so with El. Max also jumps on the El needs independance train so quick.

It is obvious the girl is struggling with some things. Things that can be very hard to unlearn with the way we can assume she learned them.

And yet, she exposes her soft underbelly to Lucas. She apologizes to him. Something she doesn't do anyone else (outside of her letter to Billy). She decided to trust Lucas when he says she can talk to him; when he listens to her when she tells him she doesn't want empty reassurances.

She began trying to trust Lucas all the way back in s2, when she admitsbshe was mean and defensive to him and Lucas responds that she is nothing likenher brother even though she was being a dick. This is why she went to the Snowball with Lucas and not (sweet/good/happy) Dustin. That bus moment was defining, but it didn't fix their core issues. She kept pulling back and falling on her "madmax" persona; kept breaking up with him in s3. Even early s4 it was impossible for her to let him in, even though she wanted to: Lucas knew she needed help and begged her to reach out to him and while she didn't go to his game, she did listen to it.

And then she really does it. Her issues aren't resolved, but she is willing to finally open up with Lucas and trust him.

Max opening up to Lucas is part of what let her survive Vecna.

Number 2) Lucas has someone pick him as their first choice.

Lucas gets sidelined pretty hard by the party. Certaintly Mike, those two have the most actual fights/disagreements within the party. And even Will ccommits a pretty hard pass on him by not confiding in him.

Will has always supported Lucas, which is made clear even with the very little screentime the two share (Going with fireball s1, venkman argument s2, laughing at his jokes opening mall scene s3, and the fireworks against the mindflaesher s3). So even though Will supports Lucas, he still doesn't chose Lucas as his confidant (that role- so far-goes to Jonathan or Mike or even no one before Lucas).

Lucas is always coming in clutch. And that is part of the issue. Most of the time, Lucas is given no option but to make a save at the last minute because he didn't get enough support initially. Even his younger sister is presented as more together and capable. I adore their scene in s4, but she is still operating as his guide here. Lucas' popularity arc in s4 is so painful because he wants to be a protector/rock for the party (someone) but no one gives him the time of day.

Except Max. As s4 progresses, Max really does treat Lucas as that person for her. She is depending on him to keep her safe while she acts as bait for Vecna. She discusses her real fears and wants with him. She looks to Lucas. Even when he has no big plans, no part in the major action (that goes to Dustin and the older kids), not even his popularity, Max wants Lucas, the dork, by her side. She trusts that he will let her go through with her plan (acting as bait because she doesn't want anyone else to be in her place) and work to support her. Her memory with him is her happiest (and then the Snowball is no longer a happy memory and Lucas' promise to put her headphones is dashed to pieces and Caleb is spitting out ominous lines about things not working out as we hope... I want Max to wake up and chose Lucas again, despite him failing for the first time- failing whatbhe must feel was his most important task...)

And Lucas steps up. He faces down a greif-maddened Jason, who has both a gun and phsycial prowess over Lucas, to keep Max safe. He is there with her at the end.

And, while Lucas really needs more screentime for himself and with a partner that supports him, we do see Max trying to reciprocate this role. Lucas is very vulnerable when talking about Patrick. Lucas normally gets angry/confident/defiant when he is vulnerable with others, not reflective. Max lets him talk and Lucas feels comfortable enough to be vulnerable. Something we haven't seen with anyone else, except a bit with Erica.

The Sims 2 Inspired UI for The Sims 4

After making my own UI override, I've been itching to look back in time and try to recreate The Sims 2 UI in TS4, and here it is!

I tried to capture the look & feel as best as possible, so I hope you can enjoy this mod and reminisce a bit c:

General Info

Changelogs Current version: updated for 25th Birthday Patch ✅ Latest mod update: 26 January 2025 PC/Mac: 1.112.481.xxxx Older game versions than the ones listed will not work with this mod.

UI overhaul in the style of The Sims 2's UI.

Over 500+ additional icons recolored for CAS & BuildBuy!

Sims 2 style cursor recolors.

Most text are kept in their original color, though they might get changed/updated down the line.

To install:

// Main mod

Before installing/updating, remove any old versions of Sims 2 UI whenever there's a new mod update and clear your caches.

Download & extract the zip file within your Mods folder.

Install the latest UI Cheats Extension mod and make sure it loads after the Sims 2 UI mod. Current version needed: v1.45

// Extras

Main Menu Override - now separated from the main mod.

Loading screen: download only one loading screen file. Available in: 4:3 - 16:9 - 16:10 aspect ratio.

Opening screen: file to replace the intro TS4 screen. Choose the file that pertains to your game language.

Phone icon addons: pick & choose depending on which mod you use.

TS2 Cursor: recolored TS4 cursor to match with TS2's cursor. Unfortunately, some cursors are missing their recolors (rotate cam & grab+arrows in CAS).

EA Notif: optional file if you prefer to keep the notification in its original color scheme.

Mod-related Info

// Recommended mods for more immersion:

CAS overrides: bodyshop room & icon + CAS organizers, TS2 room by simsi45

buildbuy gizmo override (outline mesh + ts2 swatch)

TS2 buildbuy boundary box texture override

TS2 font & want sound replacement by thepancake1

TS2 music for TS4 by buurz

Map replacement by 20thcenturyplumbob

Taxi mod & sound override (same object as the loading screen taxi)

// Compatible Mods ✅

UI Cheats Extension by weerbesu - original mod required

Fully compatible w/ UI Cheats Extension v1.45. To avoid any issues, keep the original mod in your mods folder (both .package and .ts4script) and have it load after the Sims 2 UI mod.

Other major mods are also compatible (BetterBuildBuy, TOOL, More Traits in CAS, etc.)

// Known Conflicts ❌

UI overhaul mods (Chalk'd UI, Dskecht's UI mods)

Main menu mods (Minimalist Main Menu, Skip Main Menu, TMEX's Clean UI, and other similar mods)

Custom wrench icons

Searchable menu mods by TMEX (Better Inventory, Searchable Pose Player, Searchable Restaurant Menu, and Smarter Save Menu)

Smarter Pie Menu by TMEX (choose between standalone or compatible version)

Phone icon override

Credits/Resources

S4Studio, UI Texture Squasher (CmarNYC), Image Viewer (luniversims), JPEXS Flash Decompiler

Loading screen tut, splash/opening screen, UI/world map override tut, UI setup, phone icon resources by xosdr

Base files from the UI Cheats Extension mod (weerbesu)

📂 DOWNLOAD .zip

SimFileshare / Patreon

messy stuff

pop of color | sims 4 cc finds 🍊🫧♫

01. flowers & plate 02. books & candle 03. flowers here, here & here

04. backpack & phone 05. vinyls & flowers 06. pillows

07. trash can 08. rug 09. record player

thank you cc creator @thecluttercat <3

𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘰𝘰 𝘴𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦 mini collection of 5 basic items:

white trim tiled wall

brown trim tiled wall

white trim plain wall

brown trim plain wall

matching tile floor

+ additional files: template and sims 4 studio palette

download

sfs (walls and floor) patreon (walls + floor + additionals)

preview photos with ceiling and more:

Patreon

Loading Screen Override Ghibli & Froggy Plumbob | swampfrog

Get more from swampfrog on Patreon

🐸✨ New Mod Alert! ✨🐸

I’ve mixed Ghibli-inspired art with adorable frogs for this mod! 🌿 Choose from two overrides: 1️⃣ A Ghibli-style background. 2️⃣ A background with a frog plumbob.

Note: I don’t own the Ghibli art used.

Hope you love this little touch of whimsy! 💖

I keep seeing complaints about how the Hexgate/Anomaly polluting the undercity, specifically poisoning the Firelight tree, subplot and Ekko and Jayce’s conflict over it, never got any payoff or resolution.

But…uh…yes it absolutely did: Ekko got to blow up the two guys who built the Hexgate, using a miniature replica of the anomaly to do it.

The guy who saw firsthand how much better things would have been (specifically for the undercity) without Hextech got to literally throw their magical bullshit back in their faces. And the fact that the device he used to do it had a design reference to Powder’s monkey bomb is just *chef’s kiss*

Honestly, for me, that was actually the most satisfying “Zaun takes vengeance on Piltover” moment in the entire show.

Hello Everyone :),

The time has come for Estate Part 8. As you know, an estate holds many rooms, and I’m continuously dreaming up new purposes to fill them with. While the game offers a range of functional items, I often find myself avoiding those that don’t quite suit my aesthetic.

So, for this month’s release, I set out to reimagine a few of those underused gems—and thus, the Games Room & Bar was born. 🍸🎲

Aesthetically, I drew inspiration from the Art Deco inlays of Eltham Palace and, once again, from the timeless elegance of Estelle Manor. Somehow, this style feels like the perfect match for a space dedicated to leisure and play. :)

The items:

Gametable

Gameable, Dining Table version

Chess Table

Foosball Table ( Get Together required)

Ping Pong Table ( University required)

2 Tile Bar

Bar Sideboard ( functional as a bar)

3 Tile Bar Cabinet ( functional as a bar)

Bottle Arrangements

Metal Bar Clutter

Chrystal Glasses

I really enjoyed creating these pieces—testing them out while building was such a vibe! The whole room came together, and I loved weaving in those 1920s–1930s touches. I didn’t have a strict plan going in, just a loose idea and a feeling, so watching it all take shape was a fun surprise.

This Set is on Early Access, and you can find it here

As always, thank you so much for your continued support—it means the world. I’m already starting to dream up what Estate Part 9 might become :)

Thank you, and Lots of Luv,

Felix xxx

Gremmie's Cozy Kitchen

12 Base Game compatible items.

A cute base game kitchen with country charm and a whimsical touch. Pastel tone & light-wood.

Items included:

Plant pot

Hand-painted candles

Wall art

Cooking utensil pitcher

Bar stool

Dining table (4 variations)

Dining chairs (5 variations)

Area rug (5 variations)

Fruit bowl

Kitchen cabinets

Kitchen counter (4 variations)

Aprons on wall (2 variations)

Download on SFS

For a preview of all color variations per item, please keep reading.

Casanova Cave Plus & Comfy Gamer Plus - CC Addons for Casanova Cave and Comfy Gamer

Hello! Here's my first CC release of the year!

These two kits are probably my current favourites, so I had to make addons for them.

The Casanova Cave addon provides more living room seating options, as well as a modular shelving unit inspired by the existing TV that is included in the kit.

The Comfy Gamer addon contains computers with more monitors, new desks with storage space, as well as a couple of new shelf options.

Merged packages and separated zip versions can be downloaded below. Only download one option for each kit.

Comfy Gamer Plus

Merged Package

Separated ZIP

Casanova Cave Plus

Merged Package

Separated ZIP

My Patreon if you’d like to support my work. 100% Optional

Install

To install, place the .package files into your Mods folder found, by default, in My Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 > Mods. Alternatively, you can place the individual .package files from the separated ZIP into it’s own folder within the Mods folder to keep things tidy.

As usual, you will need to have the respective kits in order for the addons to appear in-game.