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Microsoft's latest Windows 11 version 26H2 update that was released on November 3 introduced a set of optimizations specifically designed to help machines with only 8GB of RAM. This is excellent news for everyone stuck on a machine where upgrading the RAM isn't currently an option.

Spoiler alert: The above video contains details for the first four episodes of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3, as well as key events from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

The cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is well-accustomed to battling Sauron (Charlie Vickers) onscreen. But if the series' stars Vickers, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Jamie Campbell Bower, and Daniel Weyman had to face off against the Dark Lord himself, which Middle-earth characters would they want fighting at their side?

Find out as the show's s cast, as well as series co-creator Patrick McKay, stop by Mashable's Say More studio for a game of Choose Your Squad, in which they draft their own personal army to face off against Sauron.

SEE ALSO: Did 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' just reveal the Witch-king of Angmar?

Who will be the first draft pick? Which team would be the most fun hang? And of course, which team stands the best chance of taking down Sauron?

Watch the above video to decide for yourself.

How to watch: The first four episodes of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 are now streaming on Prime Video, with more every Wednesday.

The Moon is now a little further into its Waxing Crescent phase, with a small amount of its surface illuminated by the Sun. It should be slightly easier to spot tonight, although there's still not much to see in the way of lunar features.

What is today's Moon phase?

As of Wednesday, Nov. 11, the NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in the Waxing Crescent phase, with 4% of its surface visible.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will take place on November 24.

What are Moon phases?

The Moon takes approximately 29.5 days to complete one full cycle. As it orbits Earth, the amount of sunlight reflecting off its surface that we can see changes, creating the different phases. This takes us from the New Moon to the Full Moon and back again, before the cycle begins once more, according to NASA.

The eight phases are:

New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it's not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

When I upgraded my Wi-Fi router, I stored the old one away in the box it originally came in. I could have easily thrown it away, but I didn’t — since technically nothing was wrong with it — so it stayed where it was, collecting dust.

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If you’ve been following our stock trackers for the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 and the elusive gold-trimmed Pro Controller, you know what true retail chaos looks like.

The good news is picking up The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2 is nowhere near that hard.

While the hardware remains locked in a battle with scalpers, the actual game is readily floating around retail ecosystems. You won’t need to set 3 a.m. alarms or camp out in parking lots — you just need a clear map of which storefronts have carts ready for pickup, which ones offer quiet member markdowns, and when it makes total sense to skip the physical box and save ten bucks.

Here’s where you can buy it today.

Where to Buy 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' on Switch 2

Before you start jumping between tabs, here is where physical cartridge stock stands across the primary retailers and the smartest way to check each:

• Nintendo Store — Direct physical orders are active, with first-run physical copies shipping with the collectible textured foil sleeve while supplies last.

• Amazon — Stock is live, but keep an eye on fulfillment windows. Amazon was hit with widespread shipping delays right around launch, pushing many delivery dates out by days or even weeks. If you decide to order here, check the estimated delivery date on the product page before checking out, and verify that the seller is Amazon directly.

• Target — Stocked across physical aisles and online. Local Drive Up and in-store pickup windows refresh early in the morning; paying with a Target Circle Card saves an extra 5%.

• Best Buy — Solid availability online and in stores. Set your filter to "Pick up at store" to grab same-day counter holds before local inventory sells through.

• Walmart — Rolling inventory in physical electronics cases and online. Just make sure online orders explicitly state "Sold and shipped by Walmart" to bypass third-party marketplace scalpers.

• GameStop — Available for standard orders. A solid option for physical walk-ins and trading in older Switch games, with extra savings for Pro members.

The case for going digital (and saving $10)

If you don't need a cartridge on your shelf, the digital version saves you $10 right out of the gate. Nintendo sets digital copies at $59.99 while physical boxed editions sit at $69.99. Skipping the plastic case also makes jumping between games seamless when playing in handheld mode.

Your entire adventure lives directly on the console’s internal storage, so you never have to carry, swap, or misplace tiny plastic cards when jumping between games. You bypass stock shortages, postal waitlists, and store runs, all while benefiting from faster asset streaming and quicker load times running directly off the Switch 2's high-speed flash storage.

How to get the digital version right now:

• Directly on your Switch 2: Open the Nintendo eShop, search for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and purchase it to start the background download immediately.

• Digital code via retailers (Amazon): If you prefer keeping your credit card off your Nintendo console, you can buy a digital game code directly on Amazon. The 16-character download code arrives in your email inbox within minutes and can be typed straight into the eShop’s "Redeem" tab.

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  Shop Now at Amazon What’s new in 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' on Switch 2?

Built exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2, this remake gives the N64 classic a full modern overhaul. You get high-definition visuals, an orchestrated symphonic soundtrack, voiced cutscenes, and modern quality-of-life upgrades like free camera movement and gyro-aiming for the bow and hookshot.

Nintendo also made clever use of the Switch 2 hardware. You can still play the ocarina with standard controller buttons, or you can hum, whistle, or play an instrument directly into the console’s built-in microphone to cast spells and warp.

The game connects to the free Nintendo Switch mobile app via Zelda Notes, adding an interactive collectible tracker, map guides, and trivia quizzes. Tapping existing Zelda amiibo drops helpful in-game supplies, while the new 40th-anniversary figures unlock retro-style cosmetic masks.

Is Ocarina of Time included in the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 bundle?

No. The limited-edition $519.99 console does not include a pack-in game or digital download code. If you scored the special-edition hardware, you'll still need to grab a physical cartridge or digital version on your own.

Can I play this remake on an original Nintendo Switch, Switch OLED, or Switch Lite?

No. This release is built exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware architecture. It uses the new console's enhanced graphical pipeline, modern lighting engine, reworked audio processing, and faster storage speeds, so it will not boot on older first-generation Switch hardware.

Should you wait for Black Friday deals?

In short: no. First-party Nintendo launch games almost never see sticker-price drops during their first Black Friday. The best deals you're likely to find will be indirect perks — like bundled store gift cards or buy-two-get-one promotions on broader software catalogs. If you want to play now, don’t bother waiting — Black Friday won't save you much.

Unlike the consoles and controllers, this is one 40th Anniversary drop that has stayed in stock long enough to buy. Pick your preferred format, grab it at MSRP, and enjoy your return trip through time.

Netflix and Riot have teamed up to capture the attention of League of Legends fans, adding a host of music videos to the platform.

Ahead of Worlds (the League of Legends World Championship) taking over New York's Barclays Center this weekend, the streaming platform is adding a collection of videos from Riot's virtual artists, including K/DA, True Damage, and HEARTSTEEL.

SEE ALSO: Netflix's AI-powered search lets you search by your mood

A continued collaboration between Riot and Netflix, the League of Legends hub will go live Nov. 12 and will include music videos animated by Fortiche, the animation studio behind Netflix and Riot's critically lauded, Emmy-winning series Arcane.

You'll find six of K/DA's videos on there, including their Fortiche-made "FIRESTARTER" comeback single released in October, and True Damage's official 2026 Worlds anthem "Know My Name," produced with WIZZ, with animation direction by CRCR. Both will likely be performed at the Worlds opening ceremony on Saturday.

Of course, you can watch all these videos on YouTube, Netflix's longtime rival.

It seems Netflix is leaning into custom content hubs for specific titles and partnerships of late, with short-form videos the focus. The news comes days after Netflix added a KPop Demon Hunters hub to the platform, collating the film, a sing-a-long version, lyric videos for songs including "Golden," HUNTR/X choreography videos, featurettes, and more.

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TL;DR: The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is free when you switch to T-Mobile and bring your number on a qualifying T-Mix plan.

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You know the drill by now: Black Friday deals don't actually drop on Black Friday. Instead, we get waves of early deals throughout November and even earlier. That's good news for anyone who desperately needs a tech upgrade.

We've been blessed by a number of interesting early Black Friday deals on mobiles, but T-Mobile is definitely leading the way right now. We've rounded up all the best Black Friday deals from T-Mobile, but if you're only interested in the latest iPhone, we've got you.

For a limited time, you can get your hands on the Apple iPhone 18 Pro for free with T-Mobile. To qualify for this wild deal, you simply need to switch to T-Mobile and bring your number on a qualifying T-Mix plan. Alternatively, you can get the iPhone 18 Pro for free if you trade in an eligible phone in any condition on a T-Mix plan.

The full savings are distributed as monthly credits over a 36-month payment plan. If you leave T-Mobile before the end of the three-year contract, you will be charged the remaining balance. You also need to pay local sales tax on the phone's full retail value upfront, plus a standard $35 device connection fee per line at checkout.

Credit: Stan Schroeder/Mashable

Score the Apple iPhone 18 Pro for free with T-Mobile.

Analysis ToolPak is one of those Excel features I'd mentally filed under "I'll look at that one day." I'd seen it mentioned in tutorials, knew roughly what it did, and knew where to enable it if I ever needed it. The problem was that I never felt like I needed it. When I wanted to understand a dataset, I'd usually reach for formulas, Power Query, or lately, AI.

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It's the last call for your "we got X before GTA 6" memes. Preorders for Grand Theft Auto 6 are live ahead of its Nov. 19 release. The highly anticipated game is available in two editions for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S: an $80 standard edition and a $100 Ultimate Edition. Both come with a slew of preorder bonuses if you purchase them before launch.

Physical copies of GTA 6 are available for preorder at Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart. Digital copies are available through the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Rockstar Games Store.

What does the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition include?

The $100 GTA 6 Ultimate Edition features "an exclusive collection of premium vehicles, weapons, apparel, and action," according to a press release from developer Rockstar Games. It's previewing these extras on its website, which include:

• A ’95 Grotti Cheetah vehicle

• Hawk & Little Morgan Revolvers

• Personalized sidearm variants

• Exclusive outfits and tattoos

• Exclusive hairstyles, makeup, and nail art

• Jason's Safehouse vehicles

• A Vapid Ganado modkit

• Access to two exclusive vehicle mod shops and a clothing store

• A Shitzu Squalo boat

• A '67 Vapid Dominator Buggy vehicle with a garage

• A raid mission for the PTT Youngin$ Illegal Goods Store, a gang compound

• A side mission to find and restore classic cars

The GTA 6 Ultimate Edition is only available for preorder on digital through the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Rockstar Games Store.

GTA 6 Ultimate Edition $99.99 at PlayStation Store
  Preorder at PlayStation Store Preorder at Xbox Preorder at Rockstar Games What are the benefits of preordering GTA 6?

All players who buy GTA 6 before Nov. 20 will get a bonus Vintage Vice City Pack, which Rockstar describes as "a collection of items that flash back to when the neon burned brightest." There's a yellow ’55 Vapid Stanier vehicle with its own garage; special outfits and hairstyles for Jason and Lucia, the game's two protagonists; and a palm tree weapon pattern.

Those who preorder digital copies will also get a free month of GTA+, a membership service that unlocks GTA Online bonuses and a library of older Rockstar titles. It normally costs $7.99 per month.

Here's a look at the exclusive outfits included in "GTA 6's" preorder-exclusive Vintage Vice City Pack. Credit: Rockstar Games Is it better to buy GTA 6 on digital or physical?

You'll only get the free month of GTA+ if you preorder the digital version of GTA 6. Physical copies of the game just come with a download code in the case instead of an actual disc, so the biggest reason to buy that version instead is if you want to collect the box art.

When will GTA 6 preorders arrive?

Players who preorder a digital copy of GTA 6 will be able to preload the game on their consoles starting Nov. 12. All major retailers plan to ship physical copies, which will also arrive on Nov. 12 and can be preloaded ahead of launch day.

When is GTA 6 coming out?

GTA 6 is set for release on Thursday, Nov. 19. Don't forget to submit your PTO request.

Why was GTA 6 delayed?

The game was announced in December 2023 and was originally supposed to launch in late 2025, but Rockstar delayed it to May 2026 and then again to this fall. Both times, the company said more time was needed in order to deliver "the level of quality" and "polish" that players "expect and deserve." Hey, what's a couple more months after 13 years?

This boat is exclusive to the "GTA 6" Ultimate Edition. Credit: Rockstar Games Is GTA 6 a multiplayer game?

Rockstar told IGN that GTA 6 will be "a single-player experience," but it seems likely that the game will eventually get a multiplayer mode given the massive success of GTA Online. (That's the multiplayer side of 2013's GTA 5, the most recent installment of the Grand Theft Auto franchise.) It could come in the form of a free update or a separate purchase; Rockstar added GTA Online to GTA 5 two weeks after its release, then made it available as a $20 standalone title in 2022.

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy told Bloomberg in September that he expects Rockstar to add multiplayer to GTA 6 next year, but Rockstar itself has yet to confirm that.

When is GTA 6 coming to PC?

GTA 6 is reportedly launching on PC in early 2027, according to the gaming business site GamesBeat.

TL;DR: Both the digital and disc versions of the PlayStation 5 are in stock at Amazon, making now a perfect time to pick one up ahead of GTA 6 launch day.

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The release date for Grand Theft Auto 6 is Nov. 19, so now is your last chance to upgrade your console ahead of launch. If you're shopping around for readily available stock, we've got good news: both the digital and disc models of the PlayStation 5 are in stock right now at Amazon.

The digital model is priced at $599, while the disc model is available for $649. If you've been eager to grab one, now is a great time to act in case they sell out. Unfortunately, the PS5 Pro is already unavailable at Amazon.

SEE ALSO: 'GTA 6' on PS5 vs. Xbox: What we know

Rockstar wrote in a statement that the game targets "30 frames per second" across both platforms, but PS5 users can enjoy "high-fidelity haptic feedback fully integrated across the game on DualSense controllers and adjustable via accessibility settings, improved spatial audio rendering so all in-game sounds take full advantage of Tempest 3D Audio, and improved load times". What better way to enjoy the wild world of Leonida, right?

If you haven't preordered the game yet, check out our GTA 6 preorder guide for details on where it's available to buy right now ahead of its release and what editions there are to shop.

Don't miss out on this chance to grab the digital or disc PS5 models while they're still in stock on Amazon.

It's been a few days now since Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to having an affair with an alleged Chinese spy, and Daily Show host Desi Lydic is here to unpack the entire debacle.

"All right, look, I don't want to be sexist, but this is why I always say men shouldn't be CEOs. I'm sorry but they get all hormonal and horny when it's that time of the month — usually the first through the 30th," says Lydic in the monologue above. The host then recaps the many photos of the pair together at social functions, adding, "You guys were really flaunting it. Even the Coldplay couple ducked from the camera."

Lastly, Lydic shows a clip of Donald Trump defending Huang, with the president saying the CEO is "definitely suffering."

"He had an affair, not a terminal illness," says Lydic. "Why is this the one thing you can muster up empathy for?"

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TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon) and Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreon) are available to buy now at Walmart.

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Last week was pretty huge for Pokémon TCG collectors. The Day and Night Ultra-Premium Collections launched alongside the Delta Reign expansion, leaving shoppers scrambling for the best deals.

Nothing has really changed this week. We're all still desperately seeking deals for anywhere close to market price.

Amazon's stock for the Ultra-Premium Collections has been coming and going, and mostly at above-market prices. Right now, Walmart is the best place to pick up the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon) and Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreon).

Both boxes are available at Walmart for close to the market price. TCGplayer's market price for the Day Box is currently $360.60, compared to Walmart's $394.95. The market price for the Night Box is $384.30, compared with Walmart's $409.99.

With Amazon struggling for stock, we expect these boxes to sell quickly.

The Ultra-Premium Collection comes with 29 30th Celebration booster packs, one Classic Collection booster pack, custom metal coins, deck boxes, card sleeves, and damage-counter dice. The Day collection includes the exclusive Espeon ex promo card with a Daytime Pikachu ex promo card and an Espeon playmat. The Night box features the exclusive Umbreon ex promo card with a Futuristic-rarity Pikachu ex promo card and an Umbreon playmat.

Shop the Day and Night Ultra-Premium Collections at Walmart.

Apple unveiled the “Dynamic Island” four years ago, and Android fans have been mocking it ever since. Why would you want to make the camera cutout more noticeable? Recently, though, I’ve been using an Island on my Android phone, and I finally get it.

A bedroom in my house had become a Wi-Fi dead zone. Video calls froze, web pages loaded slowly, and the connection was rarely dependable. Instead of buying a mesh system, I decided to see whether an old router sitting in a drawer could solve the problem.

TL;DR: The Apple iPhone 17 and Apple iPhone 18 Pro are free right now with T-Mobile.

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The 2026 Apple Event feels like it took place a long time ago, but the dust is still settling. Apple announced a wave of new hardware and software, headlined by its first foldable iPhone. We're still digging deep into all the new features and stylistic touches, but we know what you really want — deals.

We know that's the priority after new models launch. With this in mind, we've lined up the best deals this week so you can get your hands on the iPhone 18 Pro (or the iPhone 17) for the lowest possible rate.

These are the best iPhone deals from T-Mobile this week:

• iPhone 17e — free when you switch to almost any T-Mobile plan with no trade-in required.

• iPhone 17 — free when you trade in an eligible phone in good condition on a qualifying T-Mix plan.

• iPhone 17 Pro — free when you trade in an eligible phone in any condition on a qualifying T-Mix plan.

• iPhone 18 Pro — free when you switch and bring your number on a qualifying T-Mix plan.

• iPhone 18 Pro Max — save $1,200 when you switch and bring your number, or trade in an eligible device in any condition, on a qualifying T-Mix plan.

• iPhone Duo — save $1,200 when you switch and bring your number, or trade in an eligible device in any condition, on a qualifying T-Mix plan.

T-Mobile will charge taxes on these deals, as well as a $35 device connection fee.

If you’re still rocking an iPhone 12 or 13, you’re missing out on some genuinely game-changing features. The iPhone 17 is the first base model built specifically to handle Apple’s most advanced AI features. Mashable's Stan Schroeder said it's an "excellent phone that matches the iPhone Pro models in many ways that matter."

Of course, the iPhone 18 Pro takes things to another level. The iPhone 18 Pro features a new A20 Pro chip to better support AI features and Siri AI. This latest model also has major camera upgrades, including a physical variable aperture, smart focus tracking, cinematic video effects, and improved low-light photography.

Get the best deals on Apple iPhones this week with T-Mobile.

SAVE $500.01: As of Nov. 11, the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is on sale for $898.99 at Amazon. That's a 36% discount on the list price.

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With Black Friday on the horizon, now could be a good time to invest in a portable power station for your home or next outdoor adventure.

There are discounts available across a range of models, but as of Nov. 11, the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is available on Amazon for $898.99. That's a $500 saving, and according to camelcamelcamel, the best-ever price for this unit.

Designed for home backup, camping, and road trips, the Elite 200 V2 delivers 2,600W of continuous AC power and a 3,900W power-lifting mode for compatible high-demand appliances. It can run everything from refrigerators to coffee makers, while powering up to nine devices simultaneously.

There are several charging options, too. Turbo mode can take the battery from empty to 80% in one hour using 1,800W AC input, and dual AC and DC charging can achieve the same level in just 50 minutes. You can also choose between Turbo, Standard, and Silent charging modes through the Bluetti app. Plus, its LiFePO4 battery is rated for more than 6,000 charge cycles, with Bluetti saying that averages a lifespan of up to 17 years of everyday use.

Find this Bluetti deal at Amazon now.

SAVE $28: As of Nov. 11, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select is on sale for $21.99 at Amazon. That's a 56% discount on the list price.

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With Black Friday just around the corner, Amazon is already rolling out discounts on some of its most popular tech, like the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select. This model has dropped from $49.99 to $21.99. That's a $28 saving on the latest 2026 model, and more than half off the normal list price.

The updated device offers 4K Ultra HD playback with HDR10+, a redesigned look, and Alexa+ recommendations. It's also straightforward to get started: simply plug it into your TV's HDMI port, connect to WiFi, and you're ready to go. It also comes with an Alexa remote that can operate your TV's power and volume.

One of the main reasons to buy a Fire TV Stick is that it gives you access to all the major streaming apps, including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and YouTube. There's also support for Xbox Cloud Gaming, meaning you can play compatible Xbox Game Pass titles on your TV without needing a console (although a Game Pass subscription is required).

This Amazon Fire TV Stick deal is available at Amazon right now.

SAVE $83.69: As of Nov. 11, the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box is on sale for $126.01 at Amazon. That's a 40% discount on the list price.

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Marvel fans and Magic: The Gathering collectors have another reason to check Amazon's early Black Friday deals: the Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box has dropped in price again, now costing just $126.01. That's a considerable reduction from its usual list price of $209.70, saving you $83.69.

The collection brings characters from across the Marvel Universe into the world of Magic, letting you put together teams of heroes and villains, equip them with familiar gear, and use their abilities in the game. Whether you're a dedicated collector or enjoy playing with friends, there's plenty to discover in the box, which comes with 30 individual Play Boosters.

Each pack contains 14 trading cards, including at least one Traditional Foil card and between one and four cards of Rare rarity or higher. You might also discover special borderless alternate-art designs. Play Boosters are designed for both collecting and gameplay, making them suitable for building decks or trading cards with fellow fans.

You'll find this latest deal available at Amazon right now, so don't miss out.

Wicker watchers keen for a little more steam in the woods, consider your hot basketry autumn sustained.

Announced Tuesday, star Alexander Skarsgård has narrated spicy audio fan-fiction that channels the raunchy fantasy film, newly launched on audio erotica app Quinn.

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Written by Emma Parkinson, Felled is an erotic romance tale inspired by Ursula Wills Jones' short story "The Wicker Husband," upon which the film is based. It was chosen as the winner of Quinn's fan-fiction contest, launched ahead of Wicker's October release, which called for original erotic stories from the world of Wicker.

A fellow tale of sentient wood-based desire, Felled follows a seemingly hot willow tree that bonds with a farmer's daughter over the seasons. When tragedy (an axe) strikes, their connection seems severed forever — until thick stands of osier later, they reunite.

SEE ALSO: I've lived the dream of 'Wicker' 4DX, and it was phenomenal

Felled is now part of the company's celeb-thirst catalogue Quinn Originals launched in 2022, which has already seen the likes of Andrew Scott, Heated Rivalry's Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, Manny Jacinto, Victoria Pedretti, Matt Smith, Lili Reinhart, Jesse Williams, Jamie Campbell Bower, and more read original audio erotica tales.

In a statement, Skarsgård praised Quinn's fan-fiction initiative, saying, "It was quite refreshing to have something sensual and erotic that wasn't androcentric for a change!"

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At the time of the fan-fiction contest's launch, Quinn did not share the winning tale would be narrated by Wicker star Skarsgård, a surprise for both listeners and the author.

"Wicker fans have been so passionate about the film since day one, so partnering was a no-brainer," said Quinn founder CEO Caroline Spiegel in a statement. "There were hundreds of incredible, creative stories about mermen, porcelain men, witches and more. Felled stood out and we knew our users had to hear Alexander narrate it."

Between Felled and Wicker 4DX (and its extended run), it seems "The Wicker Husband" has fans woven in.

You can listen to Felled on Quinn now.

TL;DR: Starting Nov. 10, the Pokémon Happy Meal returns to participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide with 15 collectible toys and 15 collectible trading cards.

We cover a lot of collabs, because there's something special in seeing two of your favorite brands come together to create something fun. And you clearly feel the same, because fans go wild for the limited-edition merch that drops.

Of course, there are levels to this game. The Burger King x Hello Kitty collab was popular. The Starbucks x Winnie the Pooh collab went down well. But when we talk about McDonald's x Pokemon, you know it's going to be absolute chaos.

McDonald’s and Pokémon are reuniting this November. Starting Nov. 10, the Pokémon Happy Meal is returning to participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide with 15 toys and 15 trading cards to collect. Fans and trainers can also scan the QR code on their Happy Meal box to access a digital game where they can look for the 15 Pokémon Happy Meal toys hidden around a virtual classroom and playground.

This 2026 rollout will mark the first time since 2018 that customers get a genuine 3D collectible toy with playable cards. The mini-boxes are designed to resemble iconic McDonald's cartons shaped around fan-favorite Pokémon. Here's the roster of 15 collectible character boxes:

• Bulbasaur

• Charmander

• Chikorita

• Eevee

• Espeon

• Espurr

• Minccino

• Munchlax

• Pikachu

• Piplup

• Rowlett

• Sobble

• Squirtle

• Sprigatito

• Weedle

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Inside each meal, you will also find two randomized cards drawn from a specialized 15-card McDonald's reprint set, including seven foil cards.

These new Pokémon Happy Meals are available for a limited time, while supplies last, at participating McDonald’s. Check out the full release schedule below:

• November 2026: Australia, Canada, Fiji, France, New Zealand, Spain, and USA

• December 2026: Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belgium, Brunei, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, Germany, Georgia, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Moldova, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, UAE, and Vietnam

• January 2027: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Thailand, Uruguay, and Venezuela

• February 2027: Ireland and UK