Best thehonestpokemontrainer Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 141 - Tekken 51:18

4h ago51:18

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All games series have to start somewhere, Tekken is no exception. Tekken has been going around for over 20 years but it started here with Tekken for the arcades and PlayStation 1. Does it hold up....er? This week I am joined by Raging Demon who like me has a lot of memories with the iron fist. Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing Retrospectives on a …

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Episode 140 - Super Mario Land 2: The Six Golden Coins 1:16:04

18h ago1:16:04

1:16:04

Mario is back on an adventure to get the...six golden coins...because they matter in Mario lore. Super Mario Land 2 is the second Mario game on the Game Boy and is probably the best of the bunch. I loved this game growing up and so does my guest, Captain N from the Retrotopia podcast. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsu…

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Episode 139 - Final Fantasy Legends 2 1:32:47

13d ago1:32:47

1:32:47

Final Fantasy Legends 2 or Saga 2, yeh it's confusing. I decided to play first Saga game on the game boy. We never had this back in the UK so I missed out....or did I? Joining me this week is YouTuber HCBailey. Without his channel, I would be screwed. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: retro_wars_podcast Ti…

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Episode 138 - Sonic Spinball 59:49

15d ago59:49

59:49

What happens when the game you were meant to make is not ready in time? Make a pinball game. That is what happened with Sega who did not have Sonic 3 ready so decided to make Sonic Spinball for the mega drive. This time, I am joined by Storm Beagle from the Retrotopia podcast to go over this little spinoff game. You can follow me on the following s…

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Episode 137 - PAXAUS2024 2:25:19

23d ago2:25:19

2:25:19

PAXAUS2024 has been and gone. I have taken my time to get back into normal life and finally do all the post interviews. It was an amazing time and I am so grateful for those who helped me to get there and agreed to be interviewed. This is a long episode but there is a lot to cover this for the three day events. Special shoutouts go to: The guys at …

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Episode 136 - The World Ends With You 1:10:18

30d ago1:10:18

1:10:18

Time to enter a death game with the World Ends With You on the Nintendo DS. A game which has developed a cult following over the years but one that I missed out on. I enter the game with newcomer Richard Jago, will we survive and find out the mystery? You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: retro_wars_podcast Ti…

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Episode 135 - Bucky O'Hare 1:32:58

1M ago1:32:58

1:32:58

Does anyone remember Bucky O'Hare? I do. I used to love the cartoon when I grew up, but I never played the NES game. It is a classic example of NES hard but unlike others, I think it is very fair. I am joined this week by Jake from the Press B to cancel podcast. Will we both finish this game? Actually.....we might do. You can follow me on the follo…

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Episode 134 - Shinobi 3: Return of the ninja master 1:28:10

2M ago1:28:10

1:28:10

Emerging from the shadows appears the Shinobi...for the 3rd time. This week, myself and Anthony from 8String Fury gaming are talking about Shinobi 3: Return of the ninja master which released for the mega drive. Let's be honest, it will be better than Assassins Creed Shadows. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagr…

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Episode 133 - Pitfall and the Oz Comic Con 2024 1:23:12

2M ago1:23:12

1:23:12

This week I attempt to jump over pits, dodge crocs and swing over traps in Pitfall for the Atari. I also get the chance to talk about the Oz Comic Con I went to Sydney. I am joined on my adventure with CPC, The Christian Pokemon Champion. Will we both get left behind, will we collect the treasures? You can follow me on the following socials: Twitte…

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Episode 132 - Marvel vs Capcom 2 1:33:42

2M ago1:33:42

1:33:42

I am gonna take you for a ride. We are finally here, Marvel vs Capcom 2, one of the best games ever made. Yes I said it. With it being released on the Marvel vs Capcom collection, I thought it was time to discuss this legendary game. This week I am joined by Raging Demon who like me, loves this game!! Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing Retrospectiv…

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Episode 131 - Final Fight 1:08:43

2M ago1:08:43

1:08:43

Metro City needs saving and it's up to you. Welcome to Final Final, a brawler from Capcom which originally started as Street Fighter 89. This is Super Nintendo which is nowhere near as good as its arcade counterpart but I can't fault the Super Nintendo for that. This week, I am joined by Dave McG, shame we couldn't do co-op. Retro Wars is now on Yo…

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Episode 130 - Paper Mario 1:45:07

3M ago1:45:07

1:45:07

It's a me....paper Mario. After the success of Mario RPG, Nintendo had a falling out with Squaresoft but still liked the RPG element. In came Paper Mario, an RPG with a difference. I personally like this more than Mario RPG. I am joined this week by Dave from the Remember 64 podcast, I just hope he doesn't crumple under the pressure. Retro Wars is …

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Episode 129 - Mega Man Battle Network 51:19

3M ago51:19

51:19

It is time to jack in!!! This week, myself and Keith from the Main Quest Podcast are playing the Mega Man Battle Network for the GBA. We sadly don't get any of these games but they are fast and chaotic, and I really enjoyed this. Well, the battle side of it all. Not everything else. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk …

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Episode 128 - Phoenix Wright 1:36:16

3M ago1:36:16

1:36:16

OBJECTION!!! Yes, we had a lot of objections last week so I decided let's go to court. I have a lot of experience working in court but I was not ready for this adventure into the legal system. Phoenix Wright, the brand new attorney, wet behind the ears, attempting to defend multiple people of murder. This week, I take Captain N from the Retrotopia …

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Episode 127 - Wave Race 64 1:27:42

3M ago1:27:42

1:27:42

Get your lifejackets on, whip out your jet skis, it is time for Wave Race 64. The games legacy is known because of the water physics. I want to know if this legacy still holds up. This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro hangover podcast who loves this game probably a lot more than me. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitt…

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Episode 126 - Starfox 34:28

4M ago34:28

34:28

Starfox or Starwing....wherever you live in the world, was the birth of the Starfox space rail shooter series. I had not played anything like this in the past. Yes, future games build on the formula make it a lot better. I felt this was a test game to show what the Super Nintendo can do. This week, I am joined by Dave McG to help me through the spa…

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Episode 125 - Final Fantasy 9 1:34:44

4M ago1:34:44

1:34:44

Remember this gem, Final Fantasy 9, I do. I consider this one of the most beautiful games of my generation. I love the music, the location, the messaging and Vivi!!! I have played this game many, many times and it always feels fresh every time. This week, I am joined by Jake Mcauley where we both gush over this treasure. You can follow me on the fo…

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Episode 124 - Earthbound Beginnings 1:26:13

4M ago1:26:13

1:26:13

Where Earthbound all began, Earthbound Beginnings was released for the NES and I played it on the Nintendo Switch online. Will I enjoy it though that is the question? This week, I am joined by CPC to grind....grind....and grind some more...so much grinding. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: retro_wars_podc…

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Episode 123 - Rocket Knight Adventures 1:31:55

5M ago1:31:55

1:31:55

Grab your Rocket Pack and your sword, Sparkster is here!!! The first game in the Rocket Knight series, Rocket Knight Adventures for the mega drive is a hard...hard game. Despite this, it is a mad, colourful and fast adventure. This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro hangover podcast who loves this game as much as me. You can follow m…

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Episode 122 - Marvel Vs Street Fighter 1:15:52

5M ago1:15:52

1:15:52

With the Marvel vs Capcom collection being announced this week, what better time to jump back into the vs games with Marvel vs Street Fighter. I never really played this one growing up, but this was the first game where we saw Spider-man vs Ryu!!! This week I am joined by my fighting Guru, Raging Demon, where we go to battle once more. Retro Wars i…

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Episode 121 - Chameleon Twist 1:12:47

5M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

It is the battle of the tongues, Chameleon Twist for the N64. An early N64 title I had seen growing up but knew nothing about. Dave from Remember 64 podcast span the wheel and this is what we got. Have we hit a stinker this time? Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing Retrospectives on a bunch of games. Subscribe here at - https://www.youtube.com/chann…

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Episode 120 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Tournament Fighters 1:27:31

5M ago1:27:31

1:27:31

Everyone was trying to get on the Street Fighter 2 craze and bringing out their own fighting game. Konami was no different as they brought out three different TMNT fighting games for the mega drive, SNES and NES. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Tournament Fighters. They were all completely different.....one of them was great, one was ok......and was t…

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Episode 119 - Super Punch Out 1:18:17

6M ago1:18:17

1:18:17

Boxing is huge at the moment, and I decided to do a boxing episode. Enter, Super Punch Out for the Super Nintendo. A rhythm game where you aim to be the best. This week, I am joined by Rob Cox. We take this battle up the ranks together but do we like it. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: retro_wars_podcast…

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Episode 118 - Michael Jackson's Moonwalker 1:18:58

6M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

Time to get my brother, Phil, back on the show. This week we are playing a game from his childhood, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker. A weird film, a weird game. This is the mega drive version and not the arcade which was so much better. Will we be able to defeat Joe and save the kids? You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk I…

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Episode 117 - Castlevania Bloodlines 1:08:37

6M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

Time to grab your whip and dust off your lance as we take on Dracula across Europe in Castlevania Bloodlines. I am joined this week by Anthony from 8 String Fury gaming. Is it better than Super Castlevania 4? ou can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: retro_wars_podcast Tiktok: @retrowarsuk Retro Wars is now on YouT…

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Episode 116 - Shadow of the beast 1:24:51

6M ago1:24:51

1:24:51

Shadow of the beast, when they said old games were hard, they were not lying with this one. Originally released on the Amiga, I played the mega drive version and it did not pull any punches. I am joined this week by Jake from the Press B to cancel podcast. Will we both finish this game? No chance. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter…

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Episode 115 - Streets of Rage 2 1:24:40

7M ago1:24:40

1:24:40

Streets of Rage 2 is one of the best games ever made, this cannot be denied. I have enjoyed playing this game from it's release to today. It still holds up compared to it's big brother, Streets of Rage 4. This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast who cannot stop proclaiming his love for this game. You can follow me on …

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Episode 114 - 3D Battles of World Runner 1:15:11

7M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

Sometimes art can surprise you, it can make your brain do things you did not think were possible. In this case, making a game seem 3D when it wasn't at all. We are talking 3D Battles of World Runner for NES. Captain N from the Retrotopia podcast came with me on a game which we run.....a lot. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @ret…

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Episode 113 - Wonderboy in Monster World 1:37:34

7M ago1:37:34

1:37:34

At some point we had to cover a Wonderboy game. Apparently I should not have done Monster World first but here we are. I am playing Wonderboy in Monster World on the Sega Mega Drive. Will I like this game.........hmmm? Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing Retrospectives on a bunch of games. Subscribe here at - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjyOYGa…

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Episode 112 - Mario Kart Wii 1:22:09

7M ago1:22:09

1:22:09

Mario hits the race track once more and we are playing with the Nintendo Wii. Mario Kart Wii was a huge success for Nintendo as so many people played it. Does it still hold up? This week, I am joined by CPC, The Christian Pokémon Champion. Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing Retrospectives on a bunch of games. Subscribe here at - https://www.youtube…

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Episode 111 - Metroid 2: The return of Samus 1:07:02

8M ago1:07:02

1:07:02

This week, we go on a hunt of Metroids. Heading back to a very old game on the game boy, Metroid 2. I played this on the Nintendo Switch online and there are few problems with it. For the hunt, I am joined by Blaine the Hoagie Man. Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing Retrospectives on a bunch of games. Subscribe here at - https://www.youtube.com/cha…

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Episode 110 - Resident Evil 5 1:03:18

8M ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Resident Evil 5 is back in the media again thanks to IGN. Gamergate 2.0 is here....although we didn't want it. I decided to go play Resident Evil 5 and give my thoughts on the matter and the physics of some of the....assets. Dave McG who has been dubbed my Master System guy is back and I am grateful he agreed to play this. Retro Wars is now on YouT…

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Episode 109 - Dragonball GT Final Bout 27:30

8M ago27:30

27:30

RIP Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragonball, one of the best most important men in pop culture today. After his sad passing, I have decided to cover one of the best ever games from the franchise, Dragonball GT Final Bout. It is a great game, it is.....it really is. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: retro…

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Episode 108 - Dragon Quest 2 1:17:52

9M ago1:17:52

1:17:52

Grab your sword, shield and staffs, it is time to go back to the world of Dragon Quest.....Warrior....again. Dragon Quest 2 which was released for the NES is often considered unbalanced by many for one particular area of the game. I wanted to see what all the hub hub was about. This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast…

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Episode 107 - Actraiser 1:22:18

9M ago1:22:18

1:22:18

Have you ever wanted to become a god or an angel? Have you ever wanted to start your world and make them follow your orders...well Actraiser may be your game. A mixture of a city sim and a platformer....which should not work....but it does. This week, I am joined by Storm Beagle from the Retrotopia podcast. We head off to the realm of the gods...co…

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Episode 106 - Alex Kidd in miracle world 1:16:14

9M ago1:16:14

1:16:14

Alex Kidd....for years, I thought it was Alex the Kidd. I played this a lot as a kid and it horrified me. It came free with the Sega Master System and was Sega's attempt to make a mascot. Making their debut to the show is Dave McG who has been dubbed my Master System guy. Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing Retrospectives on a bunch of games. Subscr…

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Episode 105 - Spectrobes 1:30:16

9M ago1:30:16

1:30:16

We blast off to protect the galaxy in Disney's attempt to cash in on the Pokemon money. Spectrobes for the Nintendo DS. A short lived franchise which had the potential but it did not land the exectuion. This week I am joined by CPC - The Christian Pokemon Champion who told me I would have a good time...I think he was lying. You can follow me on the…

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Episode 104: Breath of Fire 1:26:35

10M ago1:26:35

1:26:35

There are some games I love, there are some I hate. This is definitely one I hate, Breath of Fire for the Super Nintendo. A lot of people have told me it is a great game full of charm and an RPG for the ages. My guest, Captain N thinks so, where he goes to bat and tries to survive on that hill of us. Despite my feelings towards Breath of Fire, we h…

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Episode 103: Tekken Tag Tournament 1:22:13

10M ago1:22:13

1:22:13

Tekken 8 has just been released to postive reviews, so I thought what better time to discuss me some more Tekken. This week, myself and Jake Macauley, are talking about Tekken Tag Tournament, a release title for the PlayStation 2. Some call it just an upscaled Tekken 3....and....that game was awesome. Namco had a classic in this one for sure. Join …

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Episode 102: Advance Wars 1:41:48

10M ago1:41:48

1:41:48

Get your tanks ready, we are going into war....an Advance War...s. Yes, Advance Wars on the GBA. It was another new one for me but I wish I had played this earlier. I love a good tactical RPG and this fits the bill. This week, I am joined by Eric from the Unlockables podcast. He was extremely keen to play this and I was for than happy to oblige. Yo…

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Episode 101 - Contra Hard Corps 1:19:41

10M ago1:19:41

1:19:41

It is time to save the world once more with a new set of heroes. Set after the alien wars, Contra Hard Corps was the Mega Drive's version of this classic series. Robots, monsters and more robots, just another day in the office. I am joined this week by Anthony from 8String Fury gaming with one of this favourite games. You can follow me on the follo…

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Episode 100 - Final Fantasy 7 1:55:29

10M ago1:55:29

1:55:29

The show is 100 episodes old and as such I wanted to talk about my favourite game of all time, Final Fantasy 7. This was my favourite game growing up and despite it's flaws will always be my number one. This week, I am joined by Canada's No1 gaming podcast. Remember the game's, Adam Blank. It was truly an honour to have him on the show. You can fol…

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Free DLC Episode - The Copies 2024 45:36

11M ago45:36

45:36

It is awards season and it is no different for this little podcast, where we host the first ever Copies awards. This is a free episode of our Patreon show DLC which I am sharing to all of you before the big release of episode 100 this weekend. Who will win game of the year? Who will be the worst Patreon member? My co-host this year is friend of the…

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Episode 99 - Mega Man 64 1:31:30

11M ago1:31:30

1:31:30

I know this is not Mega Man legends, it is not my fault, I blame my guest David and the wheel of destiny. This week, we are covering, Mega Man 64 for the N64. A series that never really got the love it deserved, but was this fair? David Pietrangelo is back from the Remember 64 podcast to join me for my Saturday morning cartoon. You can follow me on…

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Episode 98 - Gundam Battle Assault 2 39:49

11M ago39:49

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Gundam fight, GO!!!! I love Gundam so so much. It has been a big part of me since Gundam Wing and I have said this many times on the show. This week me and one of my best friends, Matthew Bark, are going to be talking about Gundam Battle Assault 2 on the PlayStation 1. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: ret…

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Episode 97 - Might Morphin Power Rangers 1:13:21

11M ago1:13:21

1:13:21

I was in love with the Power Rangers when I was growing up, I could not get enough of them. The games however, had a lot to be desired. I was asked my by guest, Lyndsey Norris, to play the game boy version which made up part of her childhood. Question is, is it any good? You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: r…

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Episode 96 - Killer Instinct 1:22:34

11M ago1:22:34

1:22:34

Combo Breaker!!!! Back to the fighting world we go with Killer Instinct. I am joined by my good friend, Raging Demon, from the Kommand List podcast. I did not play much of Killer Instinct growing up as I was a Street Fighter man. But as the podcast dictates I must play it. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram:…

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Episode 95 - Super Mario RPG: Legend of the seven stars 1:34:09

12M ago1:34:09

1:34:09

Mario RPG - Legend of the Seven Stars, a hidden classic which a lot of the world never got to play including me. I finally got to play the remake and as it is a pretty much a one for one remake for the SNES game. I had a blast playing this and my guest, Captain N, brought me along to one of his favourite games. You can follow me on the following so…

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Episode 94: Final Fantasy 7 - Advent Children 1:50:11

12M ago1:50:11

1:50:11

It is back to the movies and with episode 100 coming up, I think it will be a good idea to bring Final Fantasy 7 Advent Children to the front of the que. I was so excited when I heard this was coming and I was desperate to get hold of it on it's release. To help me go through this, I am joined by Chris from the Retro Hangover Podcast and newcomer, …

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Episode 93: Wario Land 4 1:14:35

12M ago1:14:35

1:14:35

Wario, the loveable oaf. Ever since his debut back on the GameBoy, he has been a ever present figure in the Mario universe. Fast forward, Wario Land 4 was his debut game on the Game Boy Advance, and this marked the first time I had played the game. This week, I am joined by debutant, Aaron, from the Aaron and Tommy Super Pod Saga, who joined me for…

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