That reminds me of a restaurant I used to go to, which had identical twin waitresses, working the same shift. I figured out I could tell the difference between the two, because one always wore black nail polish, while the other did not. I never told them that's how I could tell them apart, lest they switch nail polishes to mess me up. Anyway, the restaurant is now closed, perhaps out of business due to no one being able to figure out who their server was.
Or maybe...they did figure it out and were constantly switching nail polish just to see if you would keep calling them the wrong names...
Okay so for those of you who don't run, this is how it works. Basically, after a marathon there's a bunch of free beer and liquor. That went on for a few hours, but of course they can't do that all day. But runners keep drinking. So, is it three in the afternoon? Will I be partying for almost 12 hours? .... Yes.
Over in Japan, Konami just announced a new game in one of my favorite game series of all time, Suikoden.
Initial reaction:
Then I read that apparently the Japanese trailer makes it clear that, like the last game they released, it's going to take place in an alternate world, and not the same setting that everyone wants it to take place it, namely the world of Suikoden 1-5.
With much fear; you flee the destroyed ruins of a once proud town. Absolute paralysis grips your weak body as you hopelessly attempt to flee with the hideous monster in toe. Even though you hold your knowledge of Monty Python close to your heart, the phrase "run away" has little affect.
With much fear; you flee the destroyed ruins of a once proud town. Absolute paralysis grips your weak body as you hopelessly attempt to flee with the hideous monster in toe. Even though you hold your knowledge of Monty Python close to your heart, the phrase "run away" has little affect.
'Twas inevitable. At least your smouldering ashes make for a fine, albeit, grim mantle-piece; don't be so darn ungrateful! Honestly, one would almost think that you were resisting being transformed into a pig demon!
Over in Japan, Konami just announced a new game in one of my favorite game series of all time, Suikoden.
Initial reaction:
Then I read that apparently the Japanese trailer makes it clear that, like the last game they released, it's going to take place in an alternate world, and not the same setting that everyone wants it to take place it, namely the world of Suikoden 1-5.
Now I'm more like this:
From what I've heard about the Suikoden series (from a friend), The fact that it is in an AU shouldn't detract from the fun because its freakin' Suikoden.
You produce the Mr. Whippy's Magical Ice Cream Maker from your bottomless satchel and conjure up a vanilla ice cream with extra sprinkles. Nervously, you extend your arm towards the hideous demon, with the sugary treat clutched within your trembling hand.
The unspeakable beast gazes upon the snack that you hold, then at the forced smile upon your obviously terrified face and once again back down to the frosty consumable. The twisted creature reaches out with it's malformed claw and takes the ice cream from your grasp.
The vile creature's grotesque, green tongue protrudes from within it's multiple layers of teeth and licks the vanilla flavour of Mr. Whippy's sweet nectar. At that very moment; the monstrous nightmare screeches a terrible bellow, tosses the unfinished cone aside and spits the food from it's mouth much like an overgrown bulldog that had just licked piss off of a nettle.
With deep regreat, you now realise that vanilla is not a favoured flavour for this particular walking terror. You guess that you should have gone with a banana flavour. Still, hindsight is 20/20.
The Bastard-Maximus is now stomping towards you at an almighty pace. Do you...
A. Slay the beast with your +20 Magical Sword of Doohickey.
B. Quickly produce a banana flavoured substitute.
C. Pray to the heavens for a quick death.
D. Run away.
With much fear; you flee the destroyed ruins of a once proud town. Absolute paralysis grips your weak body as you hopelessly attempt to flee with the hideous monster in toe. Even though you hold your knowledge of Monty Python close to your heart, the phrase "run away" has little affect.
You feed the terrible beast a non-lactose-intolerant smoothie and watch as the evil mass of flesh clapses in a heap of rag-a-muffin bones.
From what I've heard about the Suikoden series (from a friend), The fact that it is in an AU shouldn't detract from the fun because its freakin' Suikoden.
See, I just don't agree. One of the things I really adored about the series was all the connections. Plus, there are several long standing mysteries about the world and some of the recurring characters that it looks like Konami is determined to never resolve. I mean, I'm happy that the series isn't dead, sure, but is really isn't what the fans wanted.
See, I just don't agree. One of the things I really adored about the series was all the connections. Plus, there are several long standing mysteries about the world and some of the recurring characters that it looks like Konami is determined to never resolve. I mean, I'm happy that the series isn't dead, sure, but is really isn't what the fans wanted.
Agreed. Starting with the first game they allude to places like the Circular Palace, Harmonia, the Grasslands to the South, Xexia... and then beginning in the second they start fleshing out the northern kingdoms, what happened to the Crimson Moon Empire after the fall of the Emperor, and start defining the roles of the 26 True Runes... and by part 3 starting to explore Harmonias role in it all, their efforts, the division it creates... And man if part two wasn't pretty hart rending at the end.
So totally agreed. That world is complex and fantastic.
Agreed. Starting with the first game they allude to places like the Circular Palace, Harmonia, the Grasslands to the South, Xexia... and then beginning in the second they start fleshing out the northern kingdoms, what happened to the Crimson Moon Empire after the fall of the Emperor, and start defining the roles of the 26 True Runes... and by part 3 starting to explore Harmonias role in it all, their efforts, the division it creates... And man if part two wasn't pretty hart rending at the end.
So totally agreed. That world is complex and fantastic.
I want to know what the rest of the True Runes are.
I want to see Harmonia, I want to find out why their Emperor keeps interfering with the internal politics of other nations.
I want to know what the deal with Yuber and Pesmerga really is.
I want to learn what really happened to the Sindar.
I want to see Kanakan, where several characters came from.
I don't care what's going on in a completely unrelated world. I'm not invested in that. It won't stop me from playing it if it's a good game, but it also doesn't incite pre-order fever like a true sequel would.
I want to know what the rest of the True Runes are.
I want to see Harmonia, I want to find out why their Emperor keeps interfering with the internal politics of other nations.
I want to know what the deal with Yuber and Pesmerga really is.
I want to learn what really happened to the Sindar.
I want to see Kanakan, where several characters came from.
I don't care what's going on in a completely unrelated world. I'm not invested in that. It won't stop me from playing it if it's a good game, but it also doesn't incite pre-order fever like a true sequel would.
Heck ya!
Though as I understand Harmonia and their possession of the Circle Rune, they're mostly interested in finding all the True Runes in order to bring a state of order to the entire world (that would also inadvertently lead to a state of decline and decay according to Suikoden 3).
Just finished one of the most beautifully written books I've ever read. I'm very pleased that I not only bought it (instead of getting it from the library), but made special arrangements for it to be signed by the author.
Just finished one of the most beautifully written books I've ever read. I'm very pleased that I not only bought it (instead of getting it from the library), but made special arrangements for it to be signed by the author.
The Magician King, sequel to The Magicians (which was also excellent). They're weird fantasy books in the sense that they don't follow the common tropes and, in fact, point and laugh at them. And they style that they're written in, is just so simple, yet speaks volumes.
I'd say that if you love classic fantasy and fairy tales, this is definitely a good read, though you should start with the first book as the second draws heavily on it, more like part two of one long story than a real sequel.
Speaking of books: I finished re-reading Brisingr on Saturday (two months early. Damn.), so I went to the library to pick up a new stop-gap book, and they had a rubbish selection of sci-fi/fantasy ones. They did however have three terry pratchett ones, one of which I hadn't read, so I picked that ("Masquerade").
In other news, I have a job interview. Who knows? Next week I may be able to afford those doctor who audios I've been promising myself for a year...
Before anyone asks, it's nothing exciting. Just a job in homebase (a DIY store)
Well it certainly sounds like Eastenders now. Though at least Mancunian shouting is easier to listen to than Cockney shouting. *shudders at the thought*
Well, pluck me and call me Suzy McRoozy; if it hasn't been a jolly old while since I last communed with my lovely forumites! How I love and adore you all so...
Anyhow, before I collapse in a heap of bones and feathers; let my fine plumaged self tell you all of my dandy holiday to Kiwi. I flew in at dawn, perched upon my almighty falcon friend; "Randy-Rads", his radioactive beacon of landing lights shone as his all-powerful wings flapped in the gusty winds.
I first visited the volcanic Isle of Kentucky. However, the native inhabitants seemed to have acquired the taste of chicken no less! Such savages! Later, I finally located the source of my good friend's hen-party. Myself and a rather nice Heness danced the night away, until we touched beaks and clucked.
Well, anyhow... I sure am mighty tired. I'll be sure to send you all a Cock-o-Gram in the near future. Until then, may a great many mighty Cocks descend down from the skies and surround you.
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Or maybe...they did figure it out and were constantly switching nail polish just to see if you would keep calling them the wrong names...
I really like the Indiana Jones one. George Lucas eats a bowl of money.
This seems like the best choice.
Seems like something he would do.
"I...I'm not sorry."
Initial reaction:
Then I read that apparently the Japanese trailer makes it clear that, like the last game they released, it's going to take place in an alternate world, and not the same setting that everyone wants it to take place it, namely the world of Suikoden 1-5.
Now I'm more like this:
I feel like we lead similar lives. Trivia night, karaoke night...
Except for that whole "running" thing, anyway.
You feed the terrible beast a non-lactose-intolerant smoothie and watch as the evil mass of flesh clapses in a heap of rag-a-muffin bones.
Congratulations WarpSpeed, you WIN the game.
Would you care to play again?
Y/N
It burns Off the alcohol
Yay! I'm doomed!
'Twas inevitable. At least your smouldering ashes make for a fine, albeit, grim mantle-piece; don't be so darn ungrateful! Honestly, one would almost think that you were resisting being transformed into a pig demon!
"Just be thankful that I didn't think of a slug"!
Yay, I win! And Alcoremortis said that winning wasn't the object of forum games! Ha!
So what do I win? Don't say a bottle of black nail polish dumped on my head.
From what I've heard about the Suikoden series (from a friend), The fact that it is in an AU shouldn't detract from the fun because its freakin' Suikoden.
Doohickey...definately doohickey...
On second thoughts....RUUUUUUUUUN!
Ah bugger, I missed the end!!
Your prize is the warm feeling of self-accomplishment. Oh, and ten million bucks.
I'll send you a cheque via the British mail system, which means it should reach you by 2098.
Congratulations.
There's always next time. Stay tuned (but don't hold your breath).
See, I just don't agree. One of the things I really adored about the series was all the connections. Plus, there are several long standing mysteries about the world and some of the recurring characters that it looks like Konami is determined to never resolve. I mean, I'm happy that the series isn't dead, sure, but is really isn't what the fans wanted.
Agreed. Starting with the first game they allude to places like the Circular Palace, Harmonia, the Grasslands to the South, Xexia... and then beginning in the second they start fleshing out the northern kingdoms, what happened to the Crimson Moon Empire after the fall of the Emperor, and start defining the roles of the 26 True Runes... and by part 3 starting to explore Harmonias role in it all, their efforts, the division it creates... And man if part two wasn't pretty hart rending at the end.
So totally agreed. That world is complex and fantastic.
I want to know what the rest of the True Runes are.
I want to see Harmonia, I want to find out why their Emperor keeps interfering with the internal politics of other nations.
I want to know what the deal with Yuber and Pesmerga really is.
I want to learn what really happened to the Sindar.
I want to see Kanakan, where several characters came from.
I don't care what's going on in a completely unrelated world. I'm not invested in that. It won't stop me from playing it if it's a good game, but it also doesn't incite pre-order fever like a true sequel would.
Heck ya!
Though as I understand Harmonia and their possession of the Circle Rune, they're mostly interested in finding all the True Runes in order to bring a state of order to the entire world (that would also inadvertently lead to a state of decline and decay according to Suikoden 3).
So, so sad...but beautiful.
Don't I know it... an airmail package should be a week.... it's been nearly two... I want my crisps, dammit!
Ooh, what book?
The Magician King, sequel to The Magicians (which was also excellent). They're weird fantasy books in the sense that they don't follow the common tropes and, in fact, point and laugh at them. And they style that they're written in, is just so simple, yet speaks volumes.
I'd say that if you love classic fantasy and fairy tales, this is definitely a good read, though you should start with the first book as the second draws heavily on it, more like part two of one long story than a real sequel.
You better watch out
You better start to cry
Better to run
I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is coming to town
He's making an axe
And sharpening it twice;
Gonna seek out
Those who are lovely and nice
Santa Claus is coming to town
He watches you when you're sleeping
He ensures you'll never awake
He knows if you'll make for a tasty plate
So be revolting for goodness sake!
O! You better watch out!
You better start to cry
Better to run
I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
In other news, I have a job interview. Who knows? Next week I may be able to afford those doctor who audios I've been promising myself for a year...
Before anyone asks, it's nothing exciting. Just a job in homebase (a DIY store)
I havnt been watching it for a while.
Well that's a good thing.
Its always been miserable but tonight's episode had two break ups and a
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQTW7Pd1vqc
Well it certainly sounds like Eastenders now. Though at least Mancunian shouting is easier to listen to than Cockney shouting. *shudders at the thought*
Anyhow, before I collapse in a heap of bones and feathers; let my fine plumaged self tell you all of my dandy holiday to Kiwi. I flew in at dawn, perched upon my almighty falcon friend; "Randy-Rads", his radioactive beacon of landing lights shone as his all-powerful wings flapped in the gusty winds.
I first visited the volcanic Isle of Kentucky. However, the native inhabitants seemed to have acquired the taste of chicken no less! Such savages! Later, I finally located the source of my good friend's hen-party. Myself and a rather nice Heness danced the night away, until we touched beaks and clucked.
Well, anyhow... I sure am mighty tired. I'll be sure to send you all a Cock-o-Gram in the near future. Until then, may a great many mighty Cocks descend down from the skies and surround you.