Ani_Freak

Wow, a pic of Final Fantasy II for SNES (IV or V in Japan, can't remember). Did anyone else that played it felt sad when it finished? I had watery eyes when I finished it. One of the best games I've played ever. I remember playing PS for genesis but could never adjust to the behind the back look on the fight scenes. I dunno, maybe I was just too used to playing them [I]bad boys in the left, good guys to the right[/I] fasion.

I disagree with drugs as in cocaine, marijuana, LCD and what not. I however, agree with drinking, safely. By safely I mean, it doesn't hurt to drink 1 or 2 beers/drink form time to time, as long as you like to and don't get drunk. I guess it's more of being aware of the risks and responsabilities associated with drinking.

First time I saw it was while watching one episode of [B][I]Gaki no Tsukai - Batsu Gemu[/I][/B] on YouTube, the School episode. I laughed really hard when I saw it. Maybe because what the show is about, and him being in that episode.

Lately, it's been basically [B]Octavarium, Systematic Chaos[/B] and [B]Score(Live)[/B] from [B]Dream Theater[/B]. Add to that a bit of [B]Messhuggah[/B], [B]Death[/B] and [B]Control Denied[/B]. As in right now, in this very moment, [B]Smells like teen spirit[/B] by [B]Nirvana[/B]. Ohhhh the memories.

Well, I have the very shortlived iPod Photo 30GB's. Have like 100 photos only, and 1109 songs on it. Still working like a charm, even though it has the small color screen. I am actually planning on getting a Zune, just because of the bigger screen, and since the colors look a bit better on it. Now, if Apple releases a touch-screen iPod (not the iPhone), I might get that one, just to be able to watch the videos as well. But as far as it goes, iPod Photo working ok, and maybe getting a Zune for me.

For me, one I can actually say how much time I played, the other not s much since it didn't gave me a playtime, or at least I never saw it lol: [B]Tekken 2[/B]: I would play for 4-5 hours everyday, for maybe a year, just be able to beat my buddies with every possible character. [B]World of Warcraft[/B]: The most I've played a game period. I stopped watching anime, stopped playing console games, just because of raiding and PvPing (player vs. Player) while loggued on. Was one of the first few to have Tier 1, 2, 2.5, 3 and started my Tier 4 when I decided to quit a couple months ago. I basically devoted a good chunk of my free time to it. I regret it now that I don't play it anymore, because now I understand I was playing way too much, and it wasn't healthy. Last time I checked, I had like 300 hours played time, I dunno if it's a lot or not but it sure was a lot for me. Most other games I've played, I've played for 70-80 hours on average. Halo 1 and 2, I would say I've played them for like 200 hours or so, including online play, which isn't that much I guess.

Well, consoles I have that I currently use would be: [b]XBOX360 PS3 Gamecube[/b] Before that, I've had almost all consoles except Saturn and Jaguar. Planning on getting next a PsP and a Wii, and maybe a DS, since there a re a couple RPG's I would like to play for DS.

[quote name='Zidargh']Oh, and it also says that it won't ship 'til October? Is it not out yet or something in the UK?[/QUOTE] I believe the ship date means that they don't actually have them in stock with the current specs as you want/ordered, so most of their Laptops/PC's are custom built, then shipped. After it's is finished and shipped, then you add the days it takes for it to arrive to your destination. I personally haven't ordered from Alienware, but like you, I am planning on getting one of those M1710's, mostly for gaming on the go, as well taking it to work and such. Ready for ship models are usually ok, and are usually shipped faster, maybe a week or two. I personally would go with a custom built one, meaning that I pick what I want in it, so to speak.

[color=navy]Oh I see. A Couple of friends told me it was good, but not great. I'll see if I can find a preview somewhere, I am pretty sure NewType sent a DvD with an episode sometime ago lol. Thank you for the heads up.[/color]

[COLOR="Navy"]For me, it's been busy on both the fansub and DvD sides. [U]For fansubbed shows I am currently watching:[/U] [B]-Claymore[/B] [B]-Darker Than Black[/B] [B]-Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha StrikerS[/B] [B]-Seirei no Moribito[/B] [B]-Romeo X Juliet[/B] [B]-Idolm@ster Xenoglossia[/B] [B]-El Cazador de la Bruja[/B] (A bit difficult for me not to compare it with Noir or Madlax, since they all have some of the staff in common) [B]-Murder Princess OVA's[/B] [U]For DvD currently being released and some I may end up getting in the future are:[/U] [B]-Le Chevalier D'Eon[/B] [B]-Ergo Proxy[/B] (Even though I already watched it fansubbed last year or so, but now with better quality) [B]-Kurau:Phantom Memory[/B] [B]-Princess Princess[/B] (I mean screw it, I was curious about this one lol) [B]-Fate/Stay Night[/B] (watched it subbed as well, but I was particularly interested in watching this one on DvD,since I really liked it when I saw it fansubbed) [B]-Ah! My Goddess season 2[/B] [B]-.hack//ROOTS[/B] (I guess I watch this one for the sake of watching it all the .hack stuff) [B]-Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya[/B] [U]Will most likely get in the near future:[/U] [B]-Gusnlinger Girl[/B] [B]-Basilisk[/B] (Saw it fansubbed, but the quality wasn't all that good) [B]-Rumbling Hearts[/B] [B]-Air Gear[/B] (started watching the subs, but when I started the DvD's, I was already into so many other shows, kinda lost interest. Will pick it up sometime) [B]-Air[/B] (I have heard some good stuff about this one, but never saw it subbed, so buying it this week) I think that's pretty much what I am watching right now. Of all those shows, I think I am most interested in seeing how [B]Seirei no Moribito[/B] and [B]Darker than Black[/B] end up. As well, I am eager to see how [B]Claymore[/B] ends up as well, but that one I think I already have an idea on where it's going.[/COLOR]

[color=indigo]Real simple for me, I am looking forward to just a few at the moment. Not as huge a list as some uf you have, but here goes. [b]Paprika:[/b] Satoshi Kon's new movie. Can't have enough of his work. Loved Tokyo Godfather, Perfect Blue and Millenium Actress. In my opinion, Paranoia Agent series wasn't as good as his movies. Waiting anxiously on Paprika ^^. [b]The Melancholi of Haruhi Suzumiya:[/b] I am kinda cautious for series like this one, but I am definitely checking it out once it comes out. Saw some trailers and read a bit of the story and it seems like a good watch. [b]Black Lagoon:[/b] Haven't seen anything about it, just read some really good reviews from the subs. Seems like a decent action show. I managed to see a little bit of some episode, and got really interested in it, so looking forward to it. I do need to get up-to-date on the fansub scene, cause it's been a few months since I haven't seen what's coming out, only the ones mentioned above. As far as the ones already released in DVD, I definitely want to keep seeing more of [B]Le Chevalier D'Eon[/B] and [B]Coyote Ragtime Show[/B].[/color]

[color=indigo]Basically for me, what got me interested at first was the visuals. The backgrounds are gorgeous, and I was eager to see Europe from a Japanese studio's point of view. Character designs, although simple, go very well with the show. It basically makes the visuals, the clothes and the overall atmosphere of the show stand out more. Another thing I really like is how we know Lia through D'Eon. Even though brothers, they are entirely different, and a nice way to get to know Lia, or have an idea of her, even though she is dead. Hopefully I'll explain a bit better later on, since I only saw the first DvD only once, and I like to do multiple viewings before posting anything on a title.[/color]

[COLOR=indigo]Wow, it's been a while since I came here and post something. And what a better way to post again that in a "what's your favorite..." thread ^^. My top 5 are not in any particular order. It's basically the shows I remember the most and that I could identify myself with one or more of the character at the time. Some of the titles are kinda old-school, but hey, I've been a fan for a while. :animeswea 1) [B]Robotech/Macross[/B] : First time I saw it was in 1986 I think, when the local TV started airing it. Love it completely at the time, because of the mecha (of course) and also the way the characters interacted between them. Not all that great now because of today's standards but I still love the show. 2) [B]Last Exile[/B] : What it got me into it was mainly the artwork, more so because if was based on Range Murata's stuff and I like his art. Another thing was that I am quite fond of Studio Gonzo's work. Story wise, it was one of the most appealing plot's, to me of course, and at the time it got released, it was a welcome change. Loved it, to the point that I still load up the DvD's and just sigh ^^. 3) [B]Neon Genesis Evangelion[/B] : Well, it's a favorite to a lot of people, and a must see for most anime fans. Appealing characters, very deep plot (too deep for some), good looking mecha scenes; pretty much has everything an anime fan likes in his/her anime. It got me hooked into anime again when I saw it back in 1998, along with Ninja Scrolls, which I still own both in VHS lol. One of the best series ever made in my humble opinion. 4) [B].Hack//SIGN[/B] : Being a gamer, when I first saw this series I got completely hook to it. Everything about it I loved, form the visuals to the music, it totally blew me away. I remember wondering about a game, a MMO that could be something like the series. It was something different, for me a welcome change to the harem shows I was watching at the time. 5) [B]Witch Hunter Robin[/B] : When I first read about this series, I was unsure if I would like it or not. Seeing that most of the people involved in the making, were people that in the past I've liked what they did, but something about the whole witch theme kinda had me cautious. When I saw the first episode, I knew I was going to like the series as a whole, and I did. It has some so-so episodes, but overall, a very interesting and fun series to watch. And besides, one of my favorite VA's of all time is there so it was a +. [U]Some others very much worth mentioning:[/U] --Ah My Goddess OVA's, movie and TV series --Perfect Blue --Millenium Actress --Hand Maid May --Noir --Ninja Scroll --Ghost in the Shell movie(1998 or so), GitS:SAC and GitS:SAC 2nd GiG (awesome) I could continue mentioning but meh, long list so I'll leave it at that for now.[/COLOR]

[color=purple][i]I soooo much enjoy cleaning the dishes[/i][/color] [color=purple]Well, what did you expect, my first attempt![/color]

[COLOR=Purple]Well, I had to vote "None of the Above" bacause I really loved the relationship between Luna and Alex in [i]Lunar: Silver Star Story[/i] for Sega CD. I've been playing RPG's for quite a while and I base my descition in the fact that for me, the best RPG's are the ones that leave an impression on you that lasts even when new and improved RPG's arrive. I can't get out of my head the scene where [spoiler]Alex and Luna are at the port and they say goodbye to each other, nor when they get together again at the end of the game[/spoiler]. Sure, there are some great RPG's in this list, but I had to be honest and mention the one I find has the best Main Character/Couple in an RPG.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=DarkOliveGreen]I would love to strangle Shuko Murase, director of Witch Hunter Robin because I felt that the end was a little rushed. To me, this series was very slow in the way the plot developed and when it came to en it all, it almost felt as if the director didn't realized it was time to finish the series and rushed things at the end. I've been following the series since it was released, but I felt a little dissappointed with the ending. I love series that take the time to let you know what is all about and leave you with the expectation of what will happen next. Every time I saw a new episode, I was desperate to see what will it be next. That ending was just too rushed for the way things where still happening at the near end. But that's just me I guess... ---Ani_Freak---[/COLOR]

[COLOR=DarkOliveGreen]Well, it's been quite a long time since I've been here. Why not try this one, now that I returned. Well, I'm from Puerto Rico, a tiny little island in the carribbean, of wich I'm very proud of. In fact, we managed to beat the US basketball "Dream Team" in Athens, but thats another story I guess. I was born here and currently work as a Real Estate agent and I also have a Sports store. Do I do sports? No. But I sell almost everything from headbands to uniforms. I finished my Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration in Finances last year and hopefully, will enter Law School this next year. While off work, I like seeing movies, anime, and playing video games. I also like to hang out with friends and overall, just have a good time. I guess that's all but if you wanna know more, just ask (duh). Later all. ---Franco---[/COLOR]

[color=DimGray]Ok, first of all, try to get help from loved ones. As Mistress and Knight said, they are the people who care about you and will do their best to help you. Parents, even though a little difficult at first, are your best buddies. They won't ever tell you to do something that would hurt you. They only want you to be happy and safe. Talk to them. You can always post here and I'm pretty sure that you'll meet, and maybe even already know some extraordinary people here who are willing to help you out on whatever you need. I include myself in this because, I like helping people out. I like to listen, and that's important. I've been through some difficult things in my life, and I pretty much have a hunch on how you might feel. I'm sure I'm speaking for everyone in saying that we are all here to help. Try to get help and be honest with those that love you. I'm sure they'll help you out.[/color]

[color=DimGray]You guys are the best, thanks for the replies. As far as me here in OB, I have to say, I've never seen a Mod go"crazy", yet. Yes, I've seen mods get a little frustrated if that's the correct word, becuase of some members spamming and just not making any sense in threads. And that's very acceptable. I guess they all have just too much patience. But it's a little disappointing to see mods, who are supposed to help and guide us members, making fun and ranting for some of the things we do without knowing. I was in a Forum, after I joined here in OB, where I misspelled a word. I got banned for it. Frustration was inevitable and me saying way too many bad things to that mod didn't helped either. But I guess it was expected, seeing how the moderator in that case, reacted to what was happening. Maybe some people are not meant to rule or to help others.[/color]

[color=DimGray]I just want to point out some things regarding my poll. Just to clarify. As I said near the end of the post, [b]I am not saying that this is the case here on OB[/b]. I think that the Moderators here are very good in what they do and that they are very committed in maintaining a respectful and friendly environment here. Maybe I am blowing things out of proportion, or maybe I didn't knew how to express my idea. It's a little dificult to try and think everything in Spanish and then translating it all the same time to English and then write it here. It's my mistake and I will definetly try harder in expresing what I'm thinking next time. Thanks for pointing that out Charles ~_^. I also want to say that please, don't take this as me trying to ramble about moderators. I just had that little "itch" to know what you guys think about moderators in Forums in general. It's nice to see how respectful people threat others, even though they are maybe saying other things like [i]"OMG, Roxie is sooo annoying. Can't we ban her for that, Charles?"[/i], eh MistressRoxie ~_^. But seriously, I just want to know what you think on that. I have to say, I've never posted a poll before, and I don't make threads that much. So excuse me if it may seem a little dificult to understand.[/color]

[COLOR=DimGray]This may seem a little awkward, but it's something that I been wondering about for quite a while. Why do you think someone would like to be a Moderator? To think they are in charge, that their words are to be taken as advise? Maybe to read how wonderful and well instructed they think they are? It's been bugging me because sometimes they do hurt people. Sometimes they do make fun of people, not thinking that they could be the ones who can't spell right, or just don't know how to say some things. How difficult is it to just try and be a little more soft in the way you say a constructive critisism? Why do they say things harshly enough to make a person never return to a forum? Do they just want to sound cool and receive the acknowledgement from others so called friends? I accept it, I am not a well writen or spoken person (as you are now aware of) in English. And I know the importance of having some guidance in a Forum as well as some form of control in the quality. I'm not saying that this is the case here in this forum. But it seems that there are people who need to think that they are supreme, that there is no one who can beat them. Is this a fight to begin with? It just makes me wonder....[/COLOR]

[color=blue]I started watching anime, when I was a kid. I loved shows as Robotech and Voltron and Mazinger Z ans such. Seeing anime as in I knew it was anime, I started at maybe 16/17 and the shows were Angel of Darkness wich was a HEntai and Ninja Scroll. I fell in love with NInja Scroll so badly I ended up buying it and hidding it from my parents for the strong content. Ever since them, I've been watching anime in one form or another and I am 24 right now![/color]

[color=sienna]Gun adquisition, for self defense or not, legally or ilegally, will always be a serious problem we all have to face. Alcohol and Tobacco is regulated, and still, people die of cancer and alcohol abuse. It will always find a way into the hands of the public and into the wrong hands as well. Gun control is being enforced, to the best of the abilities of say, Federal and State law enforcement Departments. The FBI and ATF have been rulling many new ways to verify and check the adquisition and use of firearms. Many acts and laws are being ruled to protect the public against unlawful use of firearms. We have here a family business and we too are firearms dealers, and the FBI and ATF are very strict in what they let the Firearms licencees do or not do. They are doing the best they can to serve and protect, but as one of you said earlier, the problem is not with guns itself, but with gun education to the people that owns them and also, knowing the person who buys them, as is my case. We don't sell guns to everybody, because we do 2 checks, the mandatory FBI check and a more personal check with neighbors and such. Of course, this doesn't say that the person is 100% legit, but we are doing what we personally think is best for others to protect them. I beleive that guns should be available for people's self defense only, even though I have guns and I'm, thanks to God, physically able to defend myself. But people have strange hobbies and many of them, are very dangerous for others, close ones or not.[/color]

[color=sienna][b]How long have you been using my otaku?[/b] Well, I register on September 2003. I had no idea what it was, but since I saw so many people talking about it, decided to check it out. Since then I take a look at it daily. [b]How frequently do you work with my otaku?[/b] I'm very random with how much time I put in working with myOtaku. I can post weekly or maybe daily sometimes. It all depends in the mood I am, or what I want to say. Random, remember? [b]What all of you do with my otaku?[/b] Well, OB is the first Board I sign up for and myOtaku, is the firt community. I use it mostly as my journal. But then again, I uset it too as a way to say news and stuff. It all depends, I like to have things mixed up, and it all depends to great extend of the mood I'm in.[/color]

[color=sienna]Wow, My Senior Year... I guess my Senior Year was "normal", nothing out of the ordinar and yet, not so quite. I studied on a Catholic School, so everything was very, how do I say it, boring. I have great memories of it. I remeber singing in front of the class and also, in front of the other 500 students there. Some guys from my class were thinking of doing it as a surprise, even to me. But everything turned out really great and we had a blast on that day too. At night, the Dance. I went with some friends, since I didn't had a date to go with. But it was all good. I still remeber it clearly, and to think it was 7 years ago. So there Panda, don't feel old, you are not alone here ~_^. I still have mostly the same friends as in Senior Year. In fact, we were college budds. Everytime we get together and remember our Senior Year, we have a great time, and drink to those old times!! Ok, I feel (and sound) old now. So there, I had a good Senior Year.[/color]