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Wii Console #: 3121 0774 8495 3495
Pokemon Battle Revolution: 4682-5511-6777
Super Smash Bros Brawl: 4425-1171-1070
Pokemon Pearl (US): 0559 2296 8152
Pokemon Diamond (JP): 2062 5782 3838
Pokemon Mystery Dungeon- Explorers of Darkness: 3952-9000-7704
Metroid Prime Hunters: 0172 9165 9863
StarFox Command: 664 056 411 184
Game of the past have this feeling of epicness that can’t be shaken. Games like Super Mario Bros. 3, Yoshi’s Island, Pokémon Red/Green/Blue, Sonic the Hedgehog, Ecco the Dolphin, Ghouls ‘N Ghosts (or Ghosts ‘N Goblins)… The list is endless. There’s just something about those games that goes beyond nostalgia and makes you feel like “This is the pinnacle of gaming.” That’s why I continue looking for older games, even ones I haven’t played.
Games like Kirby’s Dream Land and Super Mario Bros. really show how simplistic games can have extreme levels of replay value. Even the more complicated games like Earthbound and Super Mario RPG show that not everything has to be overly complicated. People enjoy simple, yet fun games.
Today, we have a number of really good titles, but they don’t hold my interest as easily as older games. I love Mass Effect, Pokémon Platinum, Perfect Dark Zero, and even Kameo, but I wouldn’t play through them more than once. On the other paw, I’m on my 35th playthrough of Metroid Prime, my 16th playthrough of Earthbound, and my ??th time through Pokémon FireRed. It’s just that older games seem much more… fun… to play through multiple times, while newer games seem boring after the first.
Why is that? I don’t know, but maybe Nintendo and other game devs need to look back and see just where they started screwing up. Personally, I’d love to see more games with the feel that’s missing from the more recent titles.
Yesterday, I went out and bought Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem for the GCN, and Commander Keen for the GBC.
Now, as someone who’s very easily scared out of his wits, I wasn’t too sure how well I’d take playing Eternal Darkness. After playing it, though, I’m pretty sure that it’s going to cause me to have nightmares for several weeks. Therefore, I’m going to put it to the side while I work on Mario Party 4 and Phantasy Star Online Episode 1 & 2.
Commander Keen, on the other hand, is very fun, though a little hard to control. Still, it’s fun to play one of my old favorites from the DOS era. It’s not the first volume, but it’s fun none the less.
I also got the cute pink Yoshi plushie shown behind the games. I’ll come in handy when I’m playing Eternal Darkness. o_o;
Today, after going to Pizza Warehouse, a new pizza buffet near Central Mall, I walked over to Game Exchange and decided to look around. In there, I found a copy of Kirby’s Dream Land for the GB, and an IN BOX copy of Ghouls ’N Ghosts for the Genesis.
I love Kirby’s Dream Land. I’ve always loved Kirby games. Part of this is because my friend Dustin collects those games. Still, it’s good to separate yourself from the 40+ hour RPGs and play a simple, easy platformer, though I’d hardly call Extra Mode “easy”. X_X;
On the other paw, Ghouls ‘N Ghosts is probably one of the hardest games I’ve ever played. I love challenges, though, so I’ll be working on it.
Yeah, that’s all I wanted to say.
Yes, I’m going back to collecting Pokémon stuff again. I’ve got a short list of stuff for now, but it’s a start.
- Indigo League DVD Set 1
- Indigo League DVD Set 3
- Mew and the Wave Guiding Hero: Lucario DVD
- Rise of Darkrai DVD
- Giratina and the Sky Warrior: Shaymin DVD
- Hey You! Pikachu! (N64)
- Pokémon Puzzle League (N64)
- Pokémon Puzzle Challenge (GBC)
- Pokémon TCG 2 (GBC)
I’m focusing on getting the DVD sets and Puzzle League first, then I’ll grab the rest. I think I’ll get some more TCG cards soon, too. I might grab some figures once I get the other games and DVDs.
Wow, I guess HeartGold and SoulSilver has me excited again. Yeah, I think I’ll blame it on them. XD
This is one time where I have say that Leo went above and beyond what is expected of a host. I applaud him and his actions. Mike Arrington when too far with his “What are you going to do about it?” line at 0:36 in the video. Also, a quote from the Friend Feed discussion:
Just to set the record straight: Just to be clear, I almost always buy the products I review, mostly because I don't like "owing" the PR folks and I hate the "when are you planning on covering it" phone calls, but also to avoid the appearance of conflict of interest. My policy is to always return the unit and buy one if I want to keep using it. In this case I accepted a review unit because I was concerned that I wouldn't have one in time to review it on the radio show. It's a 7-day return, as I told Mike. The proffer of a review unit IN NO WAY affects my opinion of a product. It is a standard industry practice to accept review units. Palm never implied or asked for a positive review and they know that if they did so I would never deal with them again. I've worked for 30 years to prove my integrity. Mike's insinuation that I was somehow "on the take" with Palm was about the worst insult you can offer any technology journalist. It's not true. It's never been true. My opinions are my own and have never been influenced by any vendor at any time. - Leo Laporte
Thankfully, Mike wrote an apology on TechCrunch, which is something admirable. However, I can’t wait to see how this plays out. It’s going to be interesting, to say the least.
Edit: Leo and Mike made up on TWiT Live.
However, Steve Gillmor, the man who made the show, sort of came off as arrogant in some respects. He started blaming the chatrooms, which is like a host attacking his audience. He also made a (somewhat hidden) cheap shot at the one who uploaded the video above. It really didn't sit well with me. I don't think I'll be watching Gillmor Gang anymore.
EU may force Microsoft to bundle Firefox with Windows | neowin.net
Yeah, just like with their last “brilliant idea” of having MS put out a Media Player-less version of XP, the European Union is looking at forcing Microsoft to include Internet Explorer competitor Firefox as an option in new systems running Windows.
Now, I know Microsoft Windows is the mainstream OS, so they sort of have a point. HOWEVER, it’s very stupid because Windows isn’t the ONLY operating system on the market. With 100+ versions of Linux, Apple and it’s OS X, and the various versions of BSD, there’s no reason to single them out. Not only that, but Firefox is FREELY downloadable on any system connected to the internet, and, get this, SO ARE OPERA, SEAMONKEY, AND THE LIKE!
Seriously, the EU is just targeting Microsoft for some reason or another. They’ve done nothing to the other platforms, and I’m starting to see a bit of bias in their actions.
I’m not a Windows shill or apologist. I get pissed at MS when they make stupid mistakes. However, this isn’t their problem, This is the European Union being picky and stupid. They need to get a clue and let things work out on their own, rather than trying to control every little…
Yeah. It’s starting to get out of control here. I think I’ll stop with that. My opinion: The EU are pompous assholes that should keep their grubby hands out of Windows.
For some reason, I find myself using a lot of Microsoft’s applications over the open-source and “free” alternatives.
Internet Explorer 8- Yes, I use IE8. Go ahead and laugh. However, I like it. Firefox has become a hog of epic proportions, Opera doesn’t interest me, and Chrome just doesn’t do it for me. IE8 just works.
Windows Live Mail- Of course, if I’m using IE8, I’m going to use Live Mail. Honestly, though, Live Mail has a really nice interface, and I prefer it over Thunderbird or Opera Mail any day.
Windows Live Messenger- Lighter than Yahoo! Messenger, cleaner interface, and a really nice feel to the chat interface. I really like this thing, and I’ll probably make it my preferred IM option before long.
Windows Live Writer- I’m using it right now. At first, I didn’t like it, but the interface grew on me. Not only that, but you can get extensions for it to do various things, so it’s really useful. I just wish it had better tag support.
Windows Live Photo Gallery- It’s a really nice photo organizer, but I really like that I can upload to Flickr from the interface, rather than needing a separate app.
Windows Media Player- Yes, I use WMP over iTunes. I really don’t like Apple’s jukebox app, but WMP has been perfect for my needs.
Microsoft Visual Studio Express 2008- I mostly use it for the Visual Web Developer tool, but since I’m trying to learn how to write actual applications, Visual C# 2008 is very helpful. I might take on Visual Basic eventually, but for now, I just want to learn how to code.
Microsoft Office 2003- I mostly use Word, but the others seem interesting. It’ll be useful to learn how to use the entire suite in the future. Also, integration with Office Live is a very awesome perk.
I dunno, maybe I’m starting to get tired of all of the open-source zealotry, but it does feel good to not care abotu such things and just use what I like.
Well, this seems… unique. I dunno, this doesn’t really interest me. It doesn’t seem like something that I’d use, or really something that I’d want to mess with. I think I’ll stick to the past, or at least watch and see where this thing goes.
- Zero Tolerance
- NBA Jam Tournament Edition
- Disney's Alladin
- Toy Story
- Thunder Force II
- Thunder Force III: Quest for the Darkstar
- Lightning Force (Thunder Force IV)
- Turrican
- Mega Turrican
- Virtua Racing
- Bubsy
- Sub-Terrania
As a note, my XBoxLive gamerscore is now over 7000. Hopefully, it won't be long before I get over 9000.
I've also been working on Pokemon Platinum. I'm currently training to face Fantina, the third Gym Leader, as well as trying to raise a contest Pokemon. it's a lot of fun, since the game feels a LOT better than Diamond and Pearl. My team is coming along quite nicely, too. Gligar, Grotle, Buneary, Luxio, and Ponyta are on my current team, and now I'm just trying to get to the point that I can get a Marril.
You know, that's all that has been going on lately. Nothing really to talk about, which is why I've been so quiet.
- Mood:
curious
On the way home from work, I opened up my eeePC to write a little more of a charater reference sheet. That's when I noticed that my wireless card was on, and showed that there were several access points around me. I check the list, and I see several insecure points in the area. As my parents are driving, I start refreshing the list, and find that there are several rather nasty aspects to this. At least THREE of these points had potentially sensitive data going through them. These points were:
"linksys" - MY BANK! Arvest Bank, with a fsckn unsecured Wi-Fi hotspot.
"NISAAN FS" - Nisaan dealer near the bank.
"NETGEAR" - Nearby used car dealership
That sort of scares me. The fact that identity thieves could easily get into these networks is a real problem, and it needs to be fixed. I've sent an email to Arvest and Nisaan FS. Not sure of the other place has an email addy, though.
Hmm... It's just scary.
- Music:Alcazar - Stay The Night
Also, dumping your thoughts onto paper helps. Keep a notebook or something with you, and make sure you record everything that you feel is neccessary. That's what I've been doing, and it helps you keep your mind clear.
- Mood:
better
In our lonely lives we wonder,
"Is this all that we have left?"
The shadows come from everywhere
Just to see what memories our sorrow has kept..
Our truth, now and forever,
Will bring us to the edge of no return,
But I will never follow this thought
I will stop to listen and learn.
Throughout the years
I've cried these tears
I've wept from all this pain
But I learn
And I become
Stronger with each
And every step
Down the road that they call "Night's Rain"
In the past I've been nothing but
A scared and lonely kitten
I see now that I must be truly strong
For the darkness must be beaten
I steel myself and run down the path
My senses heightened from the excitement
My claws extend, my ears lay back,
My tail is high, and I have no regrets.
Throughout the years
I've cried these tears
I've wept from all this pain
But I learn
And I become
Stronger with each
And every step
Down the road that they call "Night's Rain"
(spoken)
I see… light! There’s a light over there!
There are… others like me! Other cats, and dogs, and all sorts!
Is this… Am I home?
Throughout the years
I've cried these tears
I've wept from all this pain
But I have learned
And I became
Stronger with each
And every step
Down the road that they call "Night's Rain"
- Mood:
down
I slept almost all day yesterday. After getting home at about 10:30 AM, I got in bed and stayed there until 9:00 PM. As such, I was up all night playing Halo 3 with Clay and Dustin. Fun was had.
Today, I was up for most of the day, playing Gears of War, and finally reaching Act 5. I've also started on a sketch of my true fursona. However, I'm trying to make it through Corel Painter Essentials 2, which I have never really used before. Hopefully, I can figure it out pretty quickly. I've also got a video to record, and I hope my mother won't try to burst through the door and yell at me for not being in bed when she thinks I should. I think I'll skip Halo 3 for the rest of the night. The servers are WAY too taxed as it is.
I've got way too much to do. I just hope I can do enough of it tonight. Later all.
Edit: Just as a note, feel free to add me on MySpace. I usually accept any friend requests from furs, gamers, online friends, or fans of my poetry. >_>;
- Mood:
awake - Music:Melanie C - Be The One
- Mood: bouncy
On top of that, I've been trying to slowly introduce the furry fandom to my parents in a positive light, so that MAYBE I could wear my tail & ears (or at least my paw warmers) in the safety of our home without hearing (too much of) their jeers and teasing. They're old-fashioned, my mother tends to gossip and talk behind people's backs at times (yes, this includes me), and my uncle... He's nice, but not very bright or understanding. In fact, he's somewhat of a bully at times. Not really worried, but my mother's mood really hasn't been the best, and that sort of irks me.
Which reminds me, I forgot to properly mention on here that my Pawstar.com order came in. My tail, ears, paw warmers, and bell are here, and they threw in an kitty ear hat at no cost due to taking so long. They're awesome! I really love the quality of their products. I'm planning onf getting a set of their fur leg warmers, another set of paw warmers, and a set of their gem cuffs once I get the money.
On another note, I picked up a copy of "Gears of War" for the XBox360, and I have to say that I'm impressed. It's really fast-paced in it's story mode, but it's very hard compared to Halo 3 and Unreal Tournament 3. However, I've been needing a challenge, so I'm going to finish it.
Also, my buddy Dustin picked up Ninja Gaiden 2 and Unreal Tournament 3, so we have those to play. On top of that, he's got Street Fighter 4, and he pre-ordered Resident Evil 5, so he's in gaming nirvana. Now, if only we (myself, him, and our friend Clay) can beat Halo 3 on Legendary, we'll be good to go.
Speaking of which, I sort of took a major step towards getting myself more confident. I wore my collar (with kitty bell) out to pick Dustin up, while we were in both "Game Traders" stores, and even while we were in the local Gamestop. I didn't panic once. That's something major for me. I used to be so worried about how I looked in public, but now I'm starting to find my flow, and I don't want it to stop. I won't stop until I'm comfortable out in public. After all, I'm wanting to start going to conventions, so I've got to get myself into the mentality. "Daijobu!", right?
Heh. My room's a mess, and I'm unable to sleep. Usually, these go paw-in-paw, but not tonight. For some reason, I can't drudge up the interest. I've got to work today, too. I guess I'll try and get a little sleep, so I'll end this now. Later everyone.
- Mood:
rejuvenated
Why do you hate those
Whom you don’t truly understand?
Did you really think
That everyone should follow one plan?
I am not like you,
And you are not like me.
Can’t you just accept that,
Instead of chasing me up a tree?
Hate me all you want,
For I will not hate you back.
I prefer to love instead,
As my heart has no limit of that.
While you stand out in the rain,
Fuming in you rage,
I will gladly shield you
Once you leave your cage.
We both have different paths in life,
And we may never truly meet,
But if we ever do cross paths,
It will be you that I greet.
I will extend my paw,
And not in a gesture that’s fake.
Let us trade hugs and talk,
For love shall always win over hate.
- Mood:
accomplished
I grow tired of the fear
That pulses through my heart
Every time you try to make me
Play my “destined part”.
I want to be free,
To live life my way.
I want to be my true self
No matter what others say.
You may think I look like a fool,
Wearing fake ears and a tail,
But I really don’t care.
At least my heart isn’t in jail.
I will be my true self
Even if it seems “uncouth”.
What you don’t realize is
That this is my Truth.
This is a poem that I wrote a few moments ago. It's called "No More Fear", and it can be found at my DeviantArt page.
- Mood: accomplished
I finally went in front of my parents wearing my earband, tail, paw warmers, and bell'd collar. They didn't over react too much, but I think they're talkign behind my back right now. I really don't care, as long as they don't try to ruin my life for it. This kitty is a vengeful kitty. Of course, they said "If it's your thing...", but the way they said it makes me wonder what they're planning.
That doesn't meant that I'm not feeling a little nervous. I am, despite telling myself "It doesn't matter."
Still, this helped me realize that I shouldn't pay attention to my fears as much as I have been. It's the entire reason behind my timid nature, and if I can starting beating such a stupid fear, then I'll start enjoying life more. I need to start listening to my true self, and doing what I want to do. Otherwise, I'll never be happy. I feel a little less tense, like I've freed myself a little more. It... feels great to be able to do that and not worry.
Next step: Start wearing my collar out in public a bit more, just as I'm going to start wearing my collar at home a lot more.
Maybe I should get a tag that says "TeraDyne | Owned by DiscordMan" XD
- Mood: bouncy
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