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The more we think about it, the more we realize just how much we like reading guides about… well, about pretty much anything and everything! They’re educational, informative, and fun (in the geekiest of ways). However, you’d be wrong to assume that all guides are equally good. Some of them are created purely for giggles and our amusement. It turns out that we might even love them more than the regular ones.

That’s where this fantastic subreddit comes in. It’s a fun-loving online community that documents some of the silliest and funniest guides to ever grace the internet. And we’re loving it. We’ve collected some of their most hilarious pics to share with you, dear Pandas. Scroll down to check them out.

We reached out to the subreddit's founder and head moderator, and they told us all about the community's roots and appeal. Read on for our Bored Panda's full interview with them.

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Difference Between Types Of Groups

Difference Between Types Of Groups

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    Now, we’d love to mention the subreddit’s full name because we think it’s absolutely awesome. However, the way the internet works in this day and age means that we have to avoid certain words, like the first part of the online community’s name. We can, however, wax poetic about how totally rad it is!

    Bored Panda had a friendly chat with the subreddit's founder about the history of the online group. "As for its small beginnings, it came to light as we saw that there wasn't really any subreddit to post for guides that don't quite fit the rules of r/coolguides," they said, referring to a very popular and widely-known sub dedicated to all kinds of guides.

    "There's a lot of guides out there that aren't really helpful, but are clearly just for the laughs. So the subreddit was born as a home for those lighthearted and funny guides," the head moderator told us that they branched off and created a niche for fun and silly guides.

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    #4

    Alpaca vs. Llama

    Alpaca vs. Llama

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    Not From Fb, Not Terrible, And Pretty Useful

    Not From Fb, Not Terrible, And Pretty Useful

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    Toilet Paper Orientation Guide. I Printed One Out For My Commode

    Toilet Paper Orientation Guide. I Printed One Out For My Commode

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    Mohsie Supposie
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... unless you have a cat. In which case, mullets are good.

    Mason Kronol
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My thoughts on it. I lived with my single dad then had male roommates. Don't care which way you do it just replace the darn thing. When I finally lived on my own I was just happy to always know it was my own fault if there was no toilet paper. And now my husband is happy I don't complain about which way the toilet paper goes.

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    Marley Nachi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    contravercial oppinion... I don't actually look nor care which side the toilet paper is on.

    Sleestak
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I framed copies of the original toilet paper patent drawings and hung them in my bathroom. The inventor drew the paper over the front.

    Tina Harnish
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our cats litter pan, covered, sits right below the paper holder. And not. Even. Once. Not when they were little, and not now have they ever played with the toilet paper. Boo hoo!😭

    Aranora
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to have a mullet but my mother told me that the reason you should have a beard is so that you don't leave marks on the wall

    No Name
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the mullet is against the wall it's unsanitary. But it's probably still worthwhile if you have pets.

    Must Be Bored Again
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is when you spin the dang roll over and over, spinning it both directions and still can't find the piece to get it to unroll.

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    Brindle Nutter
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    im just happy when someone is considerate enough to leave a roll within grasp. if a new roll makes it on to the dispenser, that is a bonus

    Dogcat vet (retired)
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've heard that cats like mullets better as they unroll more efficiently when a play toy.

    Kevin J. Henning
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously. Will someone please explain to me why this is such an issue.

    Nosirrow
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I use the mullet version. It is better. Do you want tp to brush against your leg? Didn't think so

    ShaZam Beaubien
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are heated arguments in this country regarding which one you should do ...

    Evelyn Haskins
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beards all unravel all over the floor. No good if someone has previously weed on the floor. Mullets, do NOT rub the paint of the wall when you want to tear of a couple of pieces! PLEASE Leave the paper as you found it!!!!!!

    Anne Nielsen
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mullet toilet paper is for people with animals and small children who unroll it. Bearded toilet paper is for all other cats goriest if people.

    Iva Kazalova
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Drives me f****n nuts because the TP never gets stuck or rips if you pull from under, the over zealots ARE WRONG! I have educated a few people by switching their toilet roll to under 😎

    Asphalt Bubblegum
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do "mullets" because it maks the paper easier to tear, and, I'm not forming a droop of excess paper as I unroll it.

    Panda Pandemic
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It doesn't even matter which way you do it. The point is you have toilet paper. The only way it's messed up or wrong, is if you have none at all. Lol

    Liz
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s the most ridiculous argument to ever exist. Put the toilet paper on the holder however you like, just don’t leave it sitting on top!

    Jared Robinson
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This note will be why the toilet paper will have a mullet every time. If something so little and trivial pisses you off and you leave me a note informing me of it I am going to do it to you. Stop being a baby there are bigger troubles in the world then if it's a tiny tiny bit more annoying to reach an extra inch to grab the tp. S**t and get off the pot is the saying, not sit there and contemplate toilet papers existence in the grand scheme of things.

    Osprey
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ok I know that people have hang-ups about paper but contrary to your belief that over is better, there are occasions where under is better and even necessary. The double holder at my work has instructions that the roll should be installed under and doesn't work correctly if you install it over. Like tiny bits of torn paper everywhere. SO JUST GET OVER IT.

    Aria the Dog Lover
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol. I have this ongoing prank with my aunt where everytime I use her bathroom, I always turn the roll into a mullet cause it's always a beard. I don't know if she notices but I think I'm clever so lol.

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    "I think people enjoy these [bad] cool guides because it's simply absurd. It's treading along the lines of surreal humor. A lot of the guides you'd see on the subreddit are so ridiculous and sometimes illogical. But because it's presented to us in a format that's familiar to us, we get it easily," they explained why exactly these pics resonate so well with the public.

    "So, if you ever come across suspicious-looking persons sitting on a park bench or ever decide to have dinosaurs as a pet, we got these handy guides to help us through," they shared a couple of absolutely brilliant guides that are bound to get comedy-lovers chuckling.

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    "The secret to creating a genuinely good guide is on the visuals, I believe. Guides are designed to be easy to follow. If the guide was able to be straightforward and helpful to the reader, then I think it did its job pretty well."

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    No, Wait, He Has A Point

    No, Wait, He Has A Point

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    Now Comes With Extra Weather Balloons

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    The subreddit was created all the way in June 2016. At the time of writing, the community was made up of 24.1k people. And it’s still active to this very day! We can see why—there’s a lot of laughter to be had here, as you’re flung far away from your comfort zone.

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    If you plan on being an active member of the subreddit, you’ve got to follow the rules. Now, there are a few things to be aware of. For one, the community is entirely dedicated to visual guides only! In short, all how-to’s and reference materials have to be presented in graphic form. This makes them more easily digestible.

    However, at the core of the entire online group lies the simple fact that all of the guides posted there have to be funny! “This is a place for your non-serious and comedy guides,” the founder of the sub explains. In short, the comedy has to be very much intentional. The creators of the guides have to be in on the joke.

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    #13

    Reddit Explains How To Be A Man (With A Little Help From Donny Osmond)

    Reddit Explains How To Be A Man (With A Little Help From Donny Osmond)

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    Iceland To Ireland Flow Chart

    Iceland To Ireland Flow Chart

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    The founder of the sub also values members who put in a bit of extra effort. One way that you can do this is to link the image to the original source, not just the source that reposted it somewhere else. Meanwhile, you can tag your post with flairs to help keep things orderly.

    Lastly, the entire point of the sub is for everyone to have fun. Redditors are expected to follow the site’s reddiquette and to remember that they’re talking to human beings at the other end of the computer or phone.

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    #16

    Atomic Symbols vs. American States

    Atomic Symbols vs. American States

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    Restaurant Ordering Preferences Around Africa

    Restaurant Ordering Preferences Around Africa

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    Jihana
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am currently trying to learn all the countries with their flags and capitals. Africa is especially hard for me. But that's the kind of additional information that helps me remember things.

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    Was Recommended To Post This Here Instead Of /Coolguides

    Was Recommended To Post This Here Instead Of /Coolguides

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    Mickysixxx
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Believe it or not but this is actually what they're going for when they design cars. Humans like to see faces

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    Redditors are pretty big fans of guides as a whole. For instance, the r/coolguides subreddit, another guide-centric online community, has over 3 million members, and you're bound to enjoy it if you loved this list. A while ago, Bored Panda spoke to u/dadschool, the founder of that particular subreddit.

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    #20

    A Better Bus Comparison

    A Better Bus Comparison

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    Are You Worth Kidnapping?

    Are You Worth Kidnapping?

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    "I had a bit of a compulsive habit of saving every guide I came across on Reddit with the idea that I'd somehow reference it when I needed it later. There weren't really any subs for general guides so I made one and uploaded all my guides at once. I think a lot of people have a similar affection for bitesize trivia and hoarding generalist knowledge,” he explained how he founded r/coolguides.

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    Fahrenheit For Europeans

    Fahrenheit For Europeans

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    As with most subreddits, the key to success is having a tight-knit moderator team. However, the bigger the community is, the bigger and better the team often has to be as well. With more members comes the increased threat of troll and harmful posts. Mods often have to balance real-life responsibilities with their volunteering online.

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    #26

    Told I Should Post Here

    Told I Should Post Here

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    Domi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I tried to understand it, but my head was fighting back.

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    #27

    How Carry Your Tea Cup In Style?

    How Carry Your Tea Cup In Style?

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    Marcellus II
    Community Member
    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hands wrapped around the mug for warmth seems the more sensible one?!

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    "I see the moderator role as more akin to a landscaper: pruning [troll] posts, removing harmful posts, and moderating for content diversity. Subscribers are much better judges of content quality and validity than moderators and I think it's important to trust them in that role. I will admit, however, that the majority of guides I enjoy most myself rarely break 50/100 upvotes," the founder of the 3-million-member sub explained that quality and popularity don’t always go hand in hand.

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    #29

    Comprehensive Guide To Catgirl Ears

    Comprehensive Guide To Catgirl Ears

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    Domi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't really understand this fashion of wearing artificial ears, but I like the last picture the most.

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    The secret to a good guide is clarity. You have to make the layout orderly and accessible. The information you present has to be as concise as possible and easy to follow. Brevity, then, is your best friend! Guides aren’t supposed to be novels. Meanwhile, don't be scared to reach out for help. Have a friend or a pro look over your guide and give some editing and proofreading advice. Everyone needs an editor!

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    #33

    The Pointer Sisters' Mountain Of Excitement

    The Pointer Sisters' Mountain Of Excitement

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    censorshipsucks
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Step 0: Me. I am marginally interested. There are no steps after that.

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    #34

    How To Not Get A Ticket

    How To Not Get A Ticket

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    #37

    A Comprehensible Guide To Hybrid Meals

    A Comprehensible Guide To Hybrid Meals

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    Life Hack

    Life Hack

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    Nat Rich
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Crocodiles will see you in a while, alligators will see you later

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    #40

    Just Fuck My S**t Up

    Just Fuck My S**t Up

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    Guide To Breakfasts From Around The World

    Guide To Breakfasts From Around The World

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    Mulberry Juice
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is misinformation!! Everyone knows beans and sadness is for lunch 😤

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    #42

    Rocks Are Made Up

    Rocks Are Made Up

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    Which Joker Is Your Favorite? I’m Partial To ‘89 Jack Nicholson

    Which Joker Is Your Favorite? I’m Partial To ‘89 Jack Nicholson

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    T5n
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My favorites are the 1992 animated series (Mark Hamill) and the 2008 The dark knight(Heath Ledger) because of how the actors portrayed/voiced them and really got into the role

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    #44

    Is It A Valid Complaint Or Just Whining?

    Is It A Valid Complaint Or Just Whining?

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    #46

    Instructions On How To Prevent A Tick Bite (How To Fight Ticks In Original)

    Instructions On How To Prevent A Tick Bite (How To Fight Ticks In Original)

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    Guide To Mispronounced Carmakers

    Guide To Mispronounced Carmakers

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    #49

    Graph Of The Number Of States In The Us Since 1969

    Graph Of The Number Of States In The Us Since 1969

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    Ah Yes, The 8 Simple Steps To Your Own Game Engine!

    Ah Yes, The 8 Simple Steps To Your Own Game Engine!

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    #51

    Gang Signs

    Gang Signs

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    VonBlade
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every time someone drives past with a booming exhaust only drowned out by their music I make the micro-penis gesture.

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    #53

    Ate A Bag Of Ferrous Sulfate. Thought They Were Red Hots

    Ate A Bag Of Ferrous Sulfate. Thought They Were Red Hots

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    Genericist
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was a staff nurse, I found a tablet on the floor of my apartment one day and started panicking. "What tablet is this? Who did I not give it to?! What if it's really important??". Took me about an hour and preparing a therapeutic british cuppa to realise it was a Canderel sweetener.

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    Not Much More To Say

    Not Much More To Say

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    Indiana Threat Map

    Indiana Threat Map

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    #56

    This Should Really Help Put The Population In Perspective

    This Should Really Help Put The Population In Perspective

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    Verena
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had to check it, because could not believe The population of India and China being roughly the same. It is... and comparing the size of the country is sad...

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    #58

    Totally Useless But Mildly Interesting

    Totally Useless But Mildly Interesting

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    #59

    The Spectrum Of Acceptability Of A Leg Fetish

    The Spectrum Of Acceptability Of A Leg Fetish

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    #60

    "Free As In Beer/Speech": A Helpful Infographic

    "Free As In Beer/Speech": A Helpful Infographic

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    tHeBoRdEsTpAnDa
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, freedom of speech does not mean freedom from consequences, it means you won't be killed or imprisoned for criticising the government

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    #63

    Wouldnt Say This Is A S**tty Guide But Still, I Think It Belongs Here, Covid-19 Survival Guidelines By Andrew Tarusov

    Wouldnt Say This Is A S**tty Guide But Still, I Think It Belongs Here, Covid-19 Survival Guidelines By Andrew Tarusov

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    #65

    A Handy Sign Language Guide, Made By An Ai

    A Handy Sign Language Guide, Made By An Ai

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    #66

    How To Escape Killer Bees By Patrick Hutchison

    How To Escape Killer Bees By Patrick Hutchison

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    #67

    Did I Follow Yesterday's Top Cool Guide Correctly?

    Did I Follow Yesterday's Top Cool Guide Correctly?

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