Total mess" seems a bit much. It's free comics, not a bread line. People waited two hours, big deal. Happens at every big sale. The owner got screwed by his distributor, that stinks, but it's just a promotional day. Stuff goes wrong in retail all the time.

Seriously though, was it even that bad?

Yeah, voice notes messed with me too until I asked for a quick text summary after each one.

Disagree with the light take. Steam filling a room is a real hazard. It can warp wood furniture or peel wall paint. That moisture might short out any electronics nearby. Testing settings first is just a band-aid fix. You should get that steamer checked or replace it.

Consider what you're saying, @jadew63, but I have a different take. Wireless systems are really good now for most home needs. I've seen friends set up full home offices without any permanent changes. If wires are needed, you can use cable covers that stick on walls without damage. Many renters do this and keep things tidy. Landlords often allow small changes if they're easy to undo, so drilling holes isn't the only option.