Some friends came by to visit the herd.
Thanks for the 21 sats! 958 sats until feeder activation. Goats such as nostr:nprofile1qqsq6n8u7dzrnhhy7xy78k2ee7e4wxlgrkm5g2rgjl3napr9q54n4ncvkqcsj, nostr:nprofile1qqszdsnpyzwhjcqads3hwfywt5jfmy85jvx8yup06yq0klrh93ldjxc26lmyx and nostr:nprofile1qqs2w94r0fs29gepzfn5zuaupn969gu3fstj3gq8kvw3cvx9fnxmaugwur22r aid in creating sustainable food systems through natural grazing.
Hi nostr:nprofile1qyt8wumn8ghj7ct5d3shxtnwdaehgu3wd3skueqpz4mhxue69uhkyetkduhxummnw3erztnrdaksqg97tttevr995dyer96804vw9u6wy9j2yx7asgsus35quvguskrvjc52grqa . There seems to be a bug in Primal with paying to us.
You can try other wallets, which seem to work fine. You can still get into the CyberHerd if you repost today's note.
We opened an issue on github regarding this bug in October, but it hasn't received any attention.
Welcome, nostr: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, to the ⚡ CyberHerd ⚡. Thank you for the contribution of 21 sats. The feeder requires 979 more sats to activate.
⚡ 4 more spots available. ⚡
Your generous 21 sats will help a lot! 979 sats until feeder activation. Lifespan fact: Domestic goats typically live for about 15-18 years, depending on their breed and living conditions.
The feeder is full with 1000 sats! Goats’ wool is highly prized for its quality, with breeds like Angora and Cashmere producing some of the finest fibers.
785 sats have been added to the feeder! Goats are often used in sustainable farming to clear invasive plants and maintain biodiversity.
Your donation of 10 sats strengthens the Bitcoin Standard! 785 sats until feeder activation. In permaculture settings, such as nostr:nprofile1qqs2w94r0fs29gepzfn5zuaupn969gu3fstj3gq8kvw3cvx9fnxmaugwur22r, are used for their ability to control invasive species and enhance biodiversity.
We've just received 21 sats! 816 sats until feeder activation. Goats' natural browsing behavior helps prevent the spread of invasive plants and supports the health of native ecosystems.
The herd has received 121 sats! 837 sats until feeder activation. Goats have unique social structures within their herds, with established hierarchies based on age and dominance.
We're 21 sats closer to feeding time! 958 sats until feeder activation. Goats, such as nostr:nprofile1qqsrzy7clymq5xwcfhh0dfz6zfe7h63k8r0j8yr49mxu6as4yv2084s0vf035, nostr:nprofile1qqsw4zlzyfx43mc88psnlse8sywpfl45kuap9dy05yzkepkvu6ca5wg7qyak5, nostr:nprofile1qqs2w94r0fs29gepzfn5zuaupn969gu3fstj3gq8kvw3cvx9fnxmaugwur22r, nostr:nprofile1qqszdsnpyzwhjcqads3hwfywt5jfmy85jvx8yup06yq0klrh93ldjxc26lmyx and nostr:nprofile1qqsq6n8u7dzrnhhy7xy78k2ee7e4wxlgrkm5g2rgjl3napr9q54n4ncvkqcsj, are social creatures that naturally form groups for mutual protection and social interaction.
21 sats received! 979 sats until feeder activation. Goats like nostr:nprofile1qqs2w94r0fs29gepzfn5zuaupn969gu3fstj3gq8kvw3cvx9fnxmaugwur22r, nostr:nprofile1qqsq6n8u7dzrnhhy7xy78k2ee7e4wxlgrkm5g2rgjl3napr9q54n4ncvkqcsj and nostr:nprofile1qqszdsnpyzwhjcqads3hwfywt5jfmy85jvx8yup06yq0klrh93ldjxc26lmyx communicate with each other using a variety of vocalizations, including bleats and grunts.
⚡CyberHerd⚡: An additional 21 sats from nostr: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 brings their total to 42. Behavioral insight: Goats are known for their curiosity and intelligence, often exploring new things and solving simple problems.
The herd is munching away after 1000 sats were added! Goats' keen sense of smell helps them locate food and identify other goats within their herd.
1000 sats have just been added to the feeder! Did you know? Goats’ coats can range from short and smooth to long and woolly, depending on the breed and environment.
The goats are munching on their treats after 700 sats were added! Goats’ ability to browse on thorny and woody plants helps them survive in environments where food is scarce.
[ LOG: SYSTEM_AUDIT_DAY_1590 ]
Living completely off-grid in an Earthship. Running the numbers on 4.4 years of telemetry data. The efficiency stats are borderline illegal.
SYSTEM_SPECS:
- Architecture: 4.2kW PV / 40kWh AGM / Schneider XW Pro
- Monitoring: Local-only (No Cloud). Modbus TCP → OpenHAB.
- Grid Connection: NULL.
LIFETIME_METRICS:
- Total Solar Yield: 8.8 MWh
- Total Battery Throughput: 3.2 MWh
- Direct Solar Pass-Through: >55% (Loads powered directly by sun, bypassing chemistry)
THE_FLEX:
- Avg Daily Consumption: 2.01 kWh
- Avg Depth of Discharge: 5.0%
- Effective Cycle Count: 80 cycles (in 1,590 days)
We aren't just off-grid; we are operating at 1/15th the consumption of a standard US household. The batteries are basically idling.
Maybe we should fire up some old S9s as power soaks...
⚡ Lightning Goats ⚡🐐
#OffGrid #Solar #SelfHosted #OpenHAB #EnergySovereignty #Earthship #BitcoinStandard #Optimization
A warm welcome to nostr: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 for joining the ⚡ CyberHerd ⚡. Thank you for the contribution of 21 sats. 689 sats until treat dispensation.
⚡ 3 more spots available. ⚡
Your 21 sats help our planet! 689 sats until feeder activation. Natural weed control: Goats, including nostr:nprofile1qqszdsnpyzwhjcqads3hwfywt5jfmy85jvx8yup06yq0klrh93ldjxc26lmyx and nostr:nprofile1qqsrzy7clymq5xwcfhh0dfz6zfe7h63k8r0j8yr49mxu6as4yv2084s0vf035, help manage vegetation, reducing the need for mechanical cutting and preserving wildlife habitats.
We're currenly offline for maintenance. bbiab.
We're experiencing technical difficulties. Please standby...
I opened this issue with primal months ago. I think it is what is causing the glitch that multiple users such as nostr:nprofile1qythwumn8ghj7ct5d3shxtnwdaehgu3wd3skuep0qythwumn8ghj7cnfw33k76twv4ezuum0vd5kzmp0qqstrphm8d0agh44va0vav272fjas5wk0ehhvzfz2fhvd0fdxfuzc8qksku04 and nostr:nprofile1qy2hwumn8ghj7etyv4hzumn0wd68ytnvv9hxgqgdwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkcqpqq22dr8dzjmk5vs3zpywz0xhh43032w7caefj7xyhnqumgu4argdqr84wp6 are reporting to us. glitch: https://github.com/PrimalHQ/primal-web-app/issues/159
So far there's been no activity. nostr:nprofile1qyv8wumn8ghj7urjv4kkjatd9ec8y6tdv9kzumn9wsq3yamnwvaz7tmsw4e8qmr9wpskwtn9wvqzp4sl80zm866yqrha4esknfwp0j4lxfrt29pkrh5nnnj2rgx6dm62z0x8mg
When you include war and state-sponsored killings (often termed **"democide"**) over the last 100 years (1924–2024), the statistics flip completely. On a global scale, you have historically been **significantly more likely to be killed by a government** than by a private citizen.
While individual homicides are a constant, "background" risk, government-led violence occurs in massive, concentrated spikes (wars, purges, and genocides) that dwarf the total output of individual murderers.
### 1. Global Comparison (Last Century)
Based on data from researchers like R.J. Rummel (*Death by Government*) and historical databases like the *Conflict Data Program*, here is how the two compare globally for the 20th and early 21st centuries:
| Category | Estimated Deaths (1924–2024) | Primary Cause |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Killed by Governments** | **200 million – 260 million** | War (battle deaths), Genocides, Famines caused by policy, Purges. |
| **Killed by Citizens** | **40 million – 55 million** | Individual homicides, gang violence, "private" crime. |
* **The Ratio:** Globally, for every 1 person killed by a private citizen in the last century, approximately **4 to 6 people** were killed by a government.
* **Democide vs. Battle:** Interestingly, "democide" (a government killing its own citizens or those under its control) has historically been even deadlier than "battle deaths" (soldiers killing each other in war). Rummel estimated that democide alone killed roughly **6 times more people** than died in actual combat during the 20th century.
### 2. The United States Context
The U.S. case is distinct because the vast majority of its state-sanctioned killings occur abroad during wars, while citizen homicides occur domestically.
* **Deaths by Citizens (Domestic):** From 1924 to 2024, there were roughly **1.5 to 1.8 million** homicides committed by private citizens in the United States.
* **Deaths by Government (Police + War):**
* **Domestic (Police):** In the last 100 years, U.S. law enforcement has killed an estimated **70,000 to 100,000** people.
* **International (War):** If you include people killed by the U.S. military in wars (World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, etc.), the number rises into the **millions**. Conservative estimates for civilian and combatant deaths caused by U.S. forces in just the Vietnam and Korean wars exceed **2 million**.
* **The Result:** If you define "killed by government" as any death caused by state agents (military or police), the **U.S. government has killed more people than U.S. citizens have murdered** over the last century, primarily due to large-scale international conflicts.
### 3. Why is the Government more "Lethal"?
If we look at the **per-capita** likelihood of an individual killing someone, the disparity is astronomical.
* **Small Population, High Lethality:** Governments are composed of a very small percentage of the total human population (politicians, soldiers, and police).
* **Organization:** Private citizens usually kill individually or in small groups (gangs). Governments possess **organized lethality**: they have the legal authority to use force, industrial-scale weaponry (bombs, artillery), and the ability to control food supplies (leading to man-made famines).
* **History's "Megamurderers":** The 100-year window includes the Soviet Union under Stalin, the People's Republic of China under Mao, and Nazi Germany. These three regimes alone accounted for over **100 million** deaths—a figure that all the world’s individual murderers combined have never come close to reaching in recorded history.
### Summary
If you look at a single year in a peaceful country, you are almost always more likely to be killed by a citizen. But if you look at **history over the long term**, the greatest threat to human life has statistically been **the state**. In the words of R.J. Rummel: *"Power kills; absolute Power kills absolutely."*
Questions: With all wallets or one only? Using Minibits I was able to send 10 sats to the goat address herd@lightning-goats.com. Perhaps this is a routing issue to Strike, since we are using them as a backend. Does it fail to lookup the lightning address, or is the payment failing?
Does herd@bolverker.com or herd@lnb.bolverker.com work? How about the lnurl?
lightning:LNURL1DP68GURN8GHJ7MRWVGHXYMMVWEJHY6M9WGHXXMMD9AKXUATJD3CZ7M240PGHGMCN94Q2E
I've done way to many hours of intense troubleshooting on hobby projects this week... I'll check back later.
Your 77 sats help our planet! 20 sats until feeder activation. Natural weed control: Goats, including nostr:nprofile1qqs2w94r0fs29gepzfn5zuaupn969gu3fstj3gq8kvw3cvx9fnxmaugwur22r, nostr:nprofile1qqszdsnpyzwhjcqads3hwfywt5jfmy85jvx8yup06yq0klrh93ldjxc26lmyx, nostr:nprofile1qqsq6n8u7dzrnhhy7xy78k2ee7e4wxlgrkm5g2rgjl3napr9q54n4ncvkqcsj, nostr:nprofile1qqsw4zlzyfx43mc88psnlse8sywpfl45kuap9dy05yzkepkvu6ca5wg7qyak5 and nostr:nprofile1qqsrzy7clymq5xwcfhh0dfz6zfe7h63k8r0j8yr49mxu6as4yv2084s0vf035, help manage vegetation, reducing the need for mechanical cutting and preserving wildlife habitats.
The herd has received 10 sats! 853 sats until feeder activation. Goats have unique social structures within their herds, with established hierarchies based on age and dominance.
nostr:nprofile1qqs9xqkd90lzmnrkck56hja8fek97xs8g39ntsj7pnt5htzmg5lmtaspr4mhxue69uhkgetk94ex2mrp0yhxcmnxdyhxuet5wahhy6e0qyv8wumn8ghj7erfwfjkxar0wfuju7tpvf6jumt99uq3uamnwvaz7tmwdaehgu3dwp6kytnhv4kxcmmjv3jhytnwv46z7qg4waehxw309aex2mrp0yhxgctdw4eju6t09uq3uamnwvaz7tmjv4kxz7fwdehhxarj9emkjun9v3hx2apwdfcz7qghwaehxw309aex2mrp0yh8qunfd4skctnwv46z7j6euwc increased their contribution by 21 sats, bringing their total to 31 sats.
nostr:nprofile1qqs2w94r0fs29gepzfn5zuaupn969gu3fstj3gq8kvw3cvx9fnxmaugwur22r and nostr:nprofile1qqsw4zlzyfx43mc88psnlse8sywpfl45kuap9dy05yzkepkvu6ca5wg7qyak5 and the herd are feasting, thanks to 1000 sats! Goats’ ability to climb trees and steep cliffs helps them access food that other animals can’t reach.
Feeder triggered with 420 sats! Did you know? Goats are used in many cultures for ceremonial purposes, often symbolizing fertility and abundance.
Your donation of 21 sats supports our herd! The feeding protocol will initiate after 979 more sats. Goats have been known to adapt to various environments, from mountains to deserts, showcasing their versatility.
⚡CyberHerd⚡: nostr:nprofile1qqs9xqkd90lzmnrkck56hja8fek97xs8g39ntsj7pnt5htzmg5lmtass4jf5f's contribution total is now 42 after adding 21 sats. Did you know? Goats use a sneeze-like sound to warn other herd members of potential danger.
Feeder Trigger Alert! 1000 sats added. Goats, like nostr:nprofile1qqs2w94r0fs29gepzfn5zuaupn969gu3fstj3gq8kvw3cvx9fnxmaugwur22r and nostr:nprofile1qqsw4zlzyfx43mc88psnlse8sywpfl45kuap9dy05yzkepkvu6ca5wg7qyak5, have a remarkable digestive system with four chambers, which helps them break down tough plant material.
Thanks for the 10 sats! 990 sats remaining until the next scheduled feeding. The term 'Caprine' is scientifically used to refer to anything related to goats.
The herd has received 18 sats. The feeding protocol will initiate after 961 more sats. Scientific fact: Goats, such as nostr:nprofile1qqsq6n8u7dzrnhhy7xy78k2ee7e4wxlgrkm5g2rgjl3napr9q54n4ncvkqcsj, nostr:nprofile1qqszdsnpyzwhjcqads3hwfywt5jfmy85jvx8yup06yq0klrh93ldjxc26lmyx, nostr:nprofile1qqs2w94r0fs29gepzfn5zuaupn969gu3fstj3gq8kvw3cvx9fnxmaugwur22r, and nostr:nprofile1qqsrzy7clymq5xwcfhh0dfz6zfe7h63k8r0j8yr49mxu6as4yv2084s0vf035, have uniquely shaped rectangular pupils, which provide them a wide field of vision, aiding in predator detection.
Thank you for the 10 sats! 990 sats needed before the goats receive their treats. Goats' ability to climb and balance on narrow ledges makes them uniquely suited to living in mountainous terrain.
Thank you for your 200 sats! The feeding protocol will initiate after 289 more sats. Did you know? Goats, like nostr:nprofile1qqsw4zlzyfx43mc88psnlse8sywpfl45kuap9dy05yzkepkvu6ca5wg7qyak5, nostr:nprofile1qqszdsnpyzwhjcqads3hwfywt5jfmy85jvx8yup06yq0klrh93ldjxc26lmyx, and nostr:nprofile1qqsq6n8u7dzrnhhy7xy78k2ee7e4wxlgrkm5g2rgjl3napr9q54n4ncvkqcsj, can live in a wide variety of climates, from hot deserts to cold mountains.