The packages still exist, you can install them, its just not by default. Their argument for splitting is that they can be updated independently, but that doesnt explain why the h264 plugins aren’t just included by default.

Arch split out the h264 decoders from vlc, and its not installed by default, so last time I needed to use it, it didn’t work. No idea why they did that.

Finally, the answer I’m looking for. Brb

Where does the oyster poo go in the ocean?

If I swallow a live oyster, can I drink dirty water safely?

It’s meant to be low effort and a bit shitty, any amount of polish is missing the point