I finally replaced the old nip. It was hard to pull out because I can't grip it properly. When I got it out, I was surprised how long it actually is because I don't really feel it when I move the thing around. But yeah, my drawing experience will be much better now.
So I'm just learning now that I suddenly have 600+ followers and have been using Twitter for a year and a half.
I don't remember being here for that lo- did time just skip or something?!