TheResplendent

[size=1][b]Name[/b]: Kyosuke Orias (Kyo-skay O-rias), Kyo for short. [b]Age[/b]: Just turned 18. [b]Student Template[/b]: The intellegent prodigy: A strategic genius whose strongest weapons are his knowledge and skills for analysis. His mindset however often causes him to be arrogant as well as confident. He can be bossy and condecending at times, but never harbors any real ill will towards those he trusts and likes. Though his physical appearence is appealing to the opposite sex, his personality dosen't reflect that of a pretty boy or a "chick magnet". His main focuses are always on learning new things and seeing new places. [b]Weapon[/b]: Chakrams [b]School of magic[/b] -Summoning Magic [b]Minored school of magic[/b] -Elemental (Ice) [b]Abilities/Spells[/b]: -[color=blue][b]Barrage of Icy Death[/b][/color]: Kyosuke creates portals of ice that seem to resemble mirrors. Being able to place them where he pleases he can use them in multiple ways, for all out attacks, deceptive traps, and so forth. From these mirrors he creates groups of sharp icicles which shoot out at his opponent at fast speeds. He can only create up to two portals at a time, but works to enhance his ability to create more at a single time. -[color=slategray][b]Spirit of Fenghuang[/b][/color]: Summons a larger manifestation of the mythological chinese Fenghuang bird which allows for Kyosuke to travel by flight. It normally has little attacking power save for it's one method of attack, and is often used for recon work and transport whether it be himself, others, or objects. It is capable of defending itself by engulfing itself in protective blue fire which burns with the feeling of absolute zero from the outside, but is harmless to anything inside. With this Fenghuang is often used as a missile in battle if need be. This is Kyosuke's first summon spirit that he came into contact with and it has been loyal to him for years since his discovery of it's relic. [b]Personality[/b]: Kyosuke is a confident youth who prides himself on mastering whatever he sets out to learn. He is intellegent and knows it well, but can often be overcome with arrogance. He speaks down to others who cannot see his way or do not understand the things he understands and is always willing to showcase his talents. Behind it all he has a righteous heart and strives to learn as much as he can, see as many places as he can, and overall leave his mark on the world. Part of his desires for adventuring is to find more relics and discover new ones to enhance greatly his summoning abilities. He is handsome in appearence but pays it little mind in terms of how it affects those around him. His personality does make it hard to make friends, but those who are his friends understand him well enough to see past the negatives. Kyosuke is effective in battles with his magic but shines brightest when using his mind in conjunction. He works well with others and knows the importance of teamwork, but will often make plans giving him the bulk of the work since he believes he would always be the best candidate to carry out the tasks. Kyosuke takes losing very hard, it will cause him to doubt himself but will force himself to train and become even better at any costs. Kyosuke despite not being against taking up the battle field, usually hates fighting and prefers adventuring and peaceful living to everything else. Though he realizes that peace and adventure may often conflict, he will be driven as long as he knows the rewards will be worthy. When it comes to domestic matters, Kyosuke is organized and a talented chef but despises cleaning and tidying. This is mostly why he keeps himself as organized as possible. [b]Physical appearance[/b]: [URL=http://img129.imageshack.us/img129/3308/kyosukepn8.jpg]Kyosuke[/URL] [b]Background / character snippet[/b]: Kyosuke is the son of the famous wizard and alchemist Vidale Orias, he has inherited his knack for fast learning and intellegence; but also feels pressured at times to uphold the Orias family name. He is considered a prodigy but desires to be treated no differently. He finds it difficult to be considered a normal student along with the rest of the Argo Arx Arcanum because of the pristiege of his family name. It brings both positive and negative reactions from his piers, but mostly positive from his teachers. Most of the time he considers it to be a burden rather than a blessing, despite having pride in his name. Kyosuke is a citizen of Archadia where his father also lives, but has seen much of the western continent going along on trips with his father for political or diplomatic reasons. He has seen little of the Eastern Continent, and hopes that he will get many oppurtunities to explore it as well as more of the western continent as a member of the academy. He differs from his father drastically when it comes to his true aspirations. Kyosuke desires to travel and learn everything he can from as many places and about as many things in the world, where as his father lacks appreciation for adventuring out and considers it to be too dangerous. Kyosuke had found an aptitude toward the element of ice when he was 4 years old, and by his father's reccomendation elaborated on it. Being an appreciator of the elements his father also reccomended Kyosuke try to better himself in all elemental fields, but the mysterious call from the world of summoning magic intrigued the young son of the Orias family. Kyosuke studied it on his own and considered it magic for the intellectual mind because of the focus involved in using it, and therefore made it his major in magic school with Ice Elemental magic as his minor. His entrance into the academy was quite easy due to who his father is, and for this he is also often accused of having it easy. [/size] Edit - Added in picture and spells. Edit V.2 - Incorporated more into background using the nations/continents etc, changed Spirit of Fenghuang a bit to better fit his elemental inclination. Edit V.3 - Changed age to better fit the story.

When i choose a character for a RP, if it isn't an already pre-created char (i write a lot so i have a rather large list of different characters for different situations) then i almost always think about how to best contribute to the progression of the storyline. I have to be interested in the story, and i will be more inclined to be into it and create a character that fits perfectly. I dont mind being able to use the characters i've already created, and sometimes I just change a little of this and that so that the character fits into the story and atmosphere of the RP. But essentially the character i choose to RP as whether he be created solely for the RP or a versatile character has to fit well with the storyline and if possible the other characters. I enjoy creating bonds of different types with other RPer's characters whether it be friendships, rivals, romance, bitter enemies, etc etc. It helps add intensity and interest to the story and allows for a variety of directions for the story to go.

OOC: Was typing up my app while jokopoko posted, can there be more than one person in the running for a position or should i change my app? [size=1][color=darkred][b]Name[/b]: Vidale Orias [b]Age[/b]: 28 [b]Gender[/b]: Male [b]Appearance[/b]: Vidale stands tall with long dark black hair with hints of silver streaks, falling slightly below his shoulders and parted across his shoulders. They resemble multiple threads, as if his hair is always wet. His eyes are sharp and narrow, deep blue with hints of white; they are often compared to a glacier filled ocean. His stare is constantly focused, as if carefully analyzing everything he sees. He dresses in a knee length, black open coat with silver ribbing around the sides. Underneathe is a white shirt, long slightly baggy black and silver pants, and a thick belt with a silver plate of an ancient inscription at the border of the upper and lower body attires. Wears a long chain which hangs in the middle of his chest with a gothic style cross with engravings of the symbols for the planetary metals known to the ancients (Sol/Luna/Venus/Mars/Jupiter/Mercury/Saturn) [b]Personality[/b]: A focused and serious individual Vidale is, with a mostly dormant sense of humor and a strong sense of obligation. He believes alchemy is the most artistic aspect of the world we live in, and dosen't hesitate to using it to it's full potential. He punishes justly and without discrimination, but likes even more to exploit the various aspects of the world that rely on his capability and overseeing. He is a perfectionist and therefore despises flaws and frowns upon those he sees with flaws, whether it be in their personality or their craft. When he messes up, he dosen't deny it but rather silently admonishes himself and becomes determined to not only rectify, but raise his standards as well in order to achieve even greater success or accomplishments. Vidale isn't neccesarily anti-social, but is often quiet unless there is a topic worth discussing or if people he respects are in need of help. Needless to say he dislikes idle chatter or wasting time. [b]Weapons[/b]: Uses a long metallic staff with blades resembling a small trident at the top. The staff's base color is black, with golden and silver designs and symbols running up and down the shaft. Uses the staff at his will for melee or recomposition for other purposes. [b]Pillar[/b]: The Guardian of States, aka The Alchemist [/color][/size]

[QUOTE=Meggido]Nemu said that she was [spoiler]lending Ishida her power, which suggests that he won't have his back permanantely. I'm hoping they don't give them to him permanently as I love the way the manga's going and I want the anime to follow the same direction. Also Ichigo has to reachieve Bankai sometime during the next few eps to make sure they are following the manga.[/spoiler] Hopefully the fillers end when they bring in the new starting.[/QUOTE] I dun even know why she said she was lending him "her" power, since it's an [spoiler]accesory used by quincys that was simply being used by Mayuri for research after experimenting on a bunch of Quincys.[/spoiler] I doubt anybody would be able to use it, atleast not to it's true capabilities.

[quote name='MaRk-0wN3Z-YoU]Or [spoiler']Ishida might even save Ichigo and the others because they are trying to go in the bountou hideout and might get cought. oh ya is that one vice caption commander (whatever they are called) that is with Ishida helping him get his powers back?[/spoiler][/quote] Yeah, i can definitly see him saving the crew but the [spoiler]powers he gains can't last forever if they wish to follow the manga. He'll probably wipe out a doll and send the bounto running. Or maybe if they decide to end the fillers here, not that i'm complaining about them but they just cannot go on as long as the naruto ones.[/spoiler]

Ishida will probably temporarily be able to once again channel his spirit energy which would allow him to have quincy abilities, but [spoiler]he is supposed to permanently get his powers back from his father, after he makes him promise never to work with a shinigami again. Whether or not they do that, Ishida will def get his powers back...but if they choose not to do it the way of the manga they better not make it too pointless.[/spoiler]

I don't know enough japanese to tell you, but i can relay you to a website with Japanese Kanji for a good amount of names in english (as well as the romanji, but i'm sure it's the kanji you want to get in the tatoos). Don't think i'm supposed to be linking it, but if you go to a search engine and type in "takase.com" you should see it. It should be called Takase Studios. Hope it helps.

[COLOR=DarkRed][SIZE=1]Elliot shook his head and followed Dri in her pursuit. He knew she had always been the adventurous type but hated it when it was something he felt would be too time consuming and a wild goose chase in the end anyhow. If it turned out to be dangerous, it wasen't even a question of Dri's ability to fend for herself, Elliot just preferred to do the fighting for her. He has seen her fight on multiple occaisions though and knows that behind her seemingly innocent and beautiful exterior was the fighting spirit of a true dark knight. He couldn't help shake the feeling that she was going to get herself into big trouble someday. [b]"Hey! I think we got him! He's down there trying to hide in the corner between the blacksmith and the pawn shop! Oh man, he's gonna be sorry he tried to run from us!"[/b] Dri yelled back at Elliot as she jumped down from the roof of a building. Elliot followed in a hurry and leaped down behind Dri. She pulled her scythe off her back and swung it around toward the figure and voiced for him to give himself up. [b]"Wait! D..don't kill me please! I..I didn't do anything!"[/b] was what the man who Dri had at scythe point said. Perplexed, Elliot and Dri walked closer and saw that the figure they thought they had chased down was just a citizen NPC on his way back from buying bread and fruits. With a dissapointed sigh, Dri took brought her scythe back and motioned for the NPC to continue on his way. [b]"Way to go, you dragged me along to chase some bum whose only method of defending himself is throwing a melon at us. You done with your evening exercise yet?" [/b]Elliot said to Dri while easing his hand off Reaver. Dri got a pouty look on her face and kicked the ground. She turned to Elliot and crossed her arms like she was trying to ignore him. [b]"Don't know what your talking about, it's obvious that the shadowy figure tried to deceive us by leading us here. He's gotta still be in Elysium though...come on lets keep looking!"[/b] Dri answered. She tried to walk the other way but Elliot grabbed her arm and pulled her back. [b]"I don't think so, theres nothing out here and were just wasting time. If it's one thing I hate, it's wasting time. If someone wants to sneak around and get himself killed, then he can come to me when he wants,"[/b] Elliot said while keeping a firm grip on Dri's arm. Dri smiled at him and pressed herself closer to him. She started to run her hand across his chest and giving him a look with her eyes, trying to convince him to keep searching. Elliot grabbed her other hand though and shook his head. [b]"Not going to work this time, we're heading back now."[/b] Elliot said, looking at Dri. [b]"Hmph...you're no fun!"[/b] she said back in a faux pouty voice, as Elliot let go of her. They started to walk back, when suddenly Elliot heard footsteps behind them. He turned his head slightly to catch the outline of someone running up from behind Dri. Elliot stopped quickly in his tracks, reached to his back and pulled Reaver into his hand. Dri just turned to notice but was quickly grabbed by Elliot on her shoulder and pushed aside, while Elliot thrusted Reaver toward the direction of the figure. The man following them stopped short enough to avoid contact and nearly lost his footing as he fell back. [b]"Whoa! Hey would you watch where your pointing that thing!? If i didn't have such good brakes i would have been one handsome looking shish kabob!"[/b] Talent said while brushing himself off. [b]"Talent? What the hell are you doing here?"[/b] Elliot asked, easing Reaver to his back. [b]"Well I could ask you two the same thing...or did you think we weren't going to notice that you two decided to go for a moonlit walk around the town. That is of course...if there was any moonlight tonight...but anyhow, I was gonna head into second district to pick up a few things and was gonna ask you to come with me and that's when i noticed you were gone. Key figured that Dri just ended up dragging you somewhere...again."[/b] Talent answered back in a humorous voice. [b]"I know, i'm probably gonna hear it from Lady Key but i couldn't resist! I had to find out what all this commotion about this guy sneaking around Elysium was all about. I'm pretty sure we saw him though! He just happened to get away..."[/b] Dri said. Talent shrugged, but then remembered something he had seen on his way to the second district. [b]"You know actually, now that you mention it...i did see something strange on my way here. I wasen't sure what it was but it was roof hopping around..."[/b] Talent started to say. Dri gave Elliot a light smack on the arm, [b]"See! I told you!"[/b] she said. [b]"Hmph, you don't whoever this mysterious figure is, is actually a cause for concern do you?"[/b] Elliot asked in a unworried tone. Talent shook his head, [b]"Probably not, but Key was right about something being weird about tonight. I mean besides the sky being darker than usual and the air being colder than usual. Heh, i guess only weird old mages can sense this kinds of things with their magic or something!"[/b] Talent said while laughing, as another figure began to walk up behind him. [b]"Oh? and who are you calling weird? OR old for that matter!?"[/b] the voice from behind him said. Talent stopped laughing and widened his eyes, which soon drooped back down realizing that he had just been caught. Talent looked at Elliot and Dri who were just standing casually side by side as if nothing was happening to make sure they were free of any suspicion. [i][b]'Son of a...'[/b][/i] Talent thought to himself, before turning around. [b]"Lady Key! Hiya...um, I found them! See...they're right here! By the way that's a nice looking robe, the purple really fits you! It matches your..."[/b] Talent began to say before Key cut him off. [b]"No use trying to save yourself now Talent. But i'm glad everyone is here anyway, I asked Jhoon-kim to run a little errand for me. He has a good sense of direction so he should be joining us soon. All jokes aside however, i've found out something rather interesting from a reliable source of mine."[/b] Lady Key said to the rest of her squad. Elliot, Dri, and Talent listened in, waiting to hear what Lady Key had to tell them...[/SIZE][/COLOR] ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OOC: There haven't been any posts here since the 18th, in an attempt to try to keep the RP going i figured i'd post again. Would hate to see it die down too early.

Right now eh? Well there are plenty of things i want now, but my main goals are to fininsh college and finish the story i'm currently writing. I've only got 2 years left of college and the story is well under way with about 2 chapters done but still has quite a ways to go. As for goals lower down on the tiers important things, im looking to keep adding to my anime collection. I currently have the box sets for Full Metal Panic, Outlaw star, Trigun, Gundam Wing, Rurouni Kenshin, all the Tenchis, and a few of movies including the FMA movie, Endless Waltz, the Tenchi movies and 3 of 2 Slayers movies. Hm...what else. I really want a quiznos turkey ranch and swiss sandwhich too...and I'd like about a million dollars...thats bout it for now. Oh, and i really want to get FF7: DoC when it comes out...very soon now.

[quote name='Aceburner']I can't BELIEVE no one has even mentioned a Tales game until BKstyles. If you like a great story that is as far from cookie-cutter as you can get and a battle system that's even further, Pick up ToS, people. It may seem cliched at first, but if you can live through the current story for 15 hours or so, there is a HUGE plot twist that will keep you playing to the end (if it doesn't, I'll give you a coupon for a free muffin or something.) The Zelda series is also a great series to get into, but I consider it to be more of an action game with some RPG elements. Never played Fire Emblem, but I'm willing to try.[/quote] If your a turn based SRPG fan, you'll love Fire Emblem. It's a bit on the short side, but the thing i always find about SRPGs is if it's a good one, it has great replay value. Because battles can always go differently everytime you play.

[QUOTE=Ezekiel][SIZE=1]Hellsing was short because the anime series was made before the manga had really got into full swing. That's why it was so short, and the ending was so dissapointing. Most of the episodes are completely different to the events in the manga series. But yes, Hellsing is an awesome series. You should read the manga, as it's even better.[/SIZE][/QUOTE] I think i recall reading something about another OVA being made? I may be mistaken but it wasen't too long ago.

The VAs for the female characters don't seem too bad. I can pretty much imagine for the most part them being able to pull the characters off. I'm a bit perplexed about Ishida...but i suppose we'll wait and see. And I happen to like Bosch's work but for Ichigo i guess i'll have to see, like I said for Ishida. Sucks you don't have one for Renji listed, I'm curious to know whos going to VA for him.

[color=red][b]Note: This RP contains spoilers for a concept in the Bleach Manga and a major event in the anime (if you've seen the entire soul society arc up to the beggining of the fillers then you already know what it is) No specifics are revealed nor are actual events from the anime or manga depicted within the RP's concept.[/b][/color] ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [color=slategray][size=2][i]?I bid you all welcome, the future of Soul Society. All of you have chosen to be here, to help replenish our strength and our prestige. The devastation the great war with the Arrancar and Bounto alliance has caused to the ranks of Soul Society are extravagant, but with the power and potential of the young Shinigami hopefuls and the remaining population of the 13 squads we will once again rise and put an end to this war with a victory for Soul Society. You will all undergo intense training in both the usage of your Zanpakuto and the demon arts. The process will not be expedited for the sake of you all receiving the proper training that even our Captains have undergone. It is unfortunate that such a large number of Shinigami recruits are needed at this time during a still ongoing war, but as we stand at a stalemate on the fronts of the battle lines in both the real world and Soul Society; we must prepare for even more battles and we must strengthen our forces. Your enrollment here will enable us to bolster our defenses and offensive power greatly. Upon your graduation, if you are accepted into the 13 divisions you will be assigned to one of the remaining 7 squads. Either under the leadership of Captain Soi Fon and the Second Division, Captain Retsu Unohana and the Fourth Divison, Captain Kuchiki Byakuya and the Sixth Division, Captain Kyouraku Shunsui and the Eighth Division, Captain Hitsugaya Toushiro and the Tenth Division, Captain Urahara Kisuke and the Twelfth Division, or myself, Captain Ukitake Juushiro and the Thirteenth Division. Good luck to every one of you, and may the future of Soul Society bloom through this chaos with your power, determination, and integrity!?[/i][/size][/color] [size=1]The new class of the Shinigami School of Soul Society was dismissed at the end of Captain Ukitake?s speech. Captain Ukitake was named the new head of the Gotei 13 after the death of former Captain Yamamoto Genryuusai Shigekuni. What he had stated in his speech was all too true. The devastation of the war was immense. Nobody in Soul Society even fathomed the thought of the Bounto joining forces with Aizen?s army of Arrancar. The war forced many Shinigami to carry out battles in the real world as well as soul society. With their decreased power outside of Soul Society along with the treachery of former Captain Kurotsuchi Mayuri and the many records on Soul Society at the disposal of the alliance, the ranks of the Gotei 13 took major losses throughout many battles. Losses were heavy on both sides however, even with the increased numbers of both Arrancar and Bounto from all over the world. Former Captain Komamura Sajin and former Captain Tousen Kaname fought an incredible battle between one another, sacrificing both of their lives for the cause of their respective sides. With tears in Komamura?s eyes for failing to bring the man he considered his close friend back to Soul Society?s side, he gripped Tousen in his large grasp upon being stabbed by Suzumushi within Tousen?s Enma Kourogi and used his Bankai suit of armor to crush them both underneath it?s giant fist. Former Captain Ichimaru Gin and Captain Hitsugaya Toushiro?s battle ended in major injuries for both men, but forces from both Soul Society and the Alliance interfered before either one could finish off the other. Many of the lives of the Gotei 13?s Vice Captains were also lost. Former Vice Captain Kira Izuru lost his life in a valiant effort to take the Bounto leader Jin Kariya?s life. He was overwhelmed and killed, and along side him Vice Captain Hisagi Shuuhei suffered life threatening injuries from the battle but was recovered by Captain Retsu of the Fourth Division. Vice Captain Matsumoto Rangiku survived an encounter with a massive Bounto army and was saved by Vice Captain Abarai Renji, who wiped out a mass of Bounto with his Bankai, but suffered a substantial amount of injuries himself. Urahara Kisuke has returned to Soul Society to retake his place as 12th Division Captain after former Captain Kurotsuchi Mayuri betrayal. Captain Kuchiki Byakuya came within inches of defeating former Captain Aizen Souske, the leader of the Alliance, if not for the timely rescue with the usage of the Menos Grande yet again. With Aizen?s escape and both sides suffering bloodshed and losses, a long silence has taken effect and what is now known as "The Stalemate" is serving as Soul Society?s opportunity to replenish their forces with new Shinigami recruits.[/size] [center][img]http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/1051/soifon1yw9.png[/img] [img]http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/5967/unohana1az4.png[/img] [IMG]http://img144.imageshack.us/img144/6672/byakuya1km6.png[/IMG][/center] [center][img]http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/1088/kyouraku1hs5.png[/img] [img]http://img80.imageshack.us/img80/3082/hitsugaya1nj6.png[/img] [img]http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/4019/urahara1mo4.png[/img] [img]http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/594/ukitake1ke6.png[/img] [/center] ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [SIZE=3]OOC[/SIZE]: Yes, this is a Bleach based RP. I had this idea for a few days and thought i'd take a chance and turn it into an RP here. It is a completely alternate take on events in the later series and the fillers (since the Bounto are involved) as well as a fictitious scenario on where things will go between Soul Society, The Bounto, and Aizen's Arrancar. It isn't neccesary to have seen the whole Bleach anime or read the whole Bleach manga, though it is a big plus since it will allow for better ideas on the characters and the RP itself. You can look up information [URL=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Characters_in_Bleach_series]here[/URL] if you do not mind the potential spoilers. The sign-ups are for the young Shinigami whom make up the new class. The RP will take place after graduation day when each Shinigami accepted is assigned to one of the remaining squads of Soul Society. Events will play out as they will with the imaginations of everyone who takes part, and follow a more realistic based situation involving forming friendships and other relationships amongst one another as well as getting to know your Captains and squads better, and of course how the Stalemate will end and how the war will proceed. [b][size=3]Captains, Vice-Captains, etc etc will not be available for sign ups. Original characters are required. Hope there's a good turnout, if not than better luck next time I suppose.[/size][/b] [size=2][color=blue]Sign-up Application: [b]Name[/b]: [b]Gender[/b]: [b]Appearence[/b] (A picture or a description, but a detailed description): [b]Division[/b] (Choose from Second, Fourth, Sixth, Eighth, Tenth, Twelfth, or Thirteenth): [b]Division Captain[/b] (the captain for the division your assigned to of course): [b]Division Seat[/b] (The highest a new recruit can be is 5th seat. Vice Captain will not be selectable though it will be possible to move up in rank throughout the RP): [b]Zanpakuto's Name[/b]: [b]Zanpakuto Call[/b] (How you call your Zanpakuto into it's release form, i.e [b]Howl[/b] Zabimaru!): [b]Zanpakuto's Appearence[/b] (It's appearnece in it's released form, obviously you will not have a bankai): [b]Zanpakuto's Abilities[/b] (up to two, make them reasonable and not incredibly overwhelming in power.): [b]Character Bio[/b] (pretty self explanatory, everything about your character's personality and attitude go here): [b]Sample RP[/b] (simply a link to another RP thread you participated in, not gonna make everyone write out something here...unless ya really want to): [b]Affiliations[/b] (friendships or mutual respect amongst each other is encouraged, even if you may be assigned to different squads. You will still be able to communicate with anybody in Soul Society):[/size][/color]

Yeah, the Bounto episodes are getting pretty good. I wasn't all that into it at first but i figured they're a lot better than the later Naruto fillers. I'm glad they show more of Matsumoto (me like Matsumoto :animeswea) and Kira. Despite it's less than impressive appearence, Wabisuke is pretty bad ***. Can't wait for Ishida to start fighting again too.

God of War is definitly a memorable game. The battle/combo system is fantastic and it flows smoothly and the many types of enemy combinations mixed with the venue or a specific condition (defeating the enemies in a certain amount of time before something happens) adds a lot of variety to kicking *** and taking names. It does have some very challenging parts to it, though overall the game is simple to get through. There could have been more boss battles and maybe a bit more story telling...but this is coming from an RPG fanatic. The character design (the mythological enemy creatures especially) is great and the cut scenes were nice and detailed. Overall i'd say it doesn't really revolutionize anything, but it's an excellent addition to the action/adven genre. I'd say in my top 5 favorites. I will definitly buy GoW2 when it comes out, no questions asked.

I'm definitly looking forward to the [spoiler]Sakura/Chiyo vs Sasori fight[/spoiler], it was a great read and they could really make it look pretty awesome. None of the other fights really stood out maybe with the exception of [spoiler]Team Gai fighting their own clones, and Gai's fight with Kisame[/spoiler]. Also they better make Shikamaru [spoiler]debuting his new technique against Sai's drawings[/spoiler] look cool.

FMA to me was perfect. It began and ended without any lacking feelings (for those who saw the movie). I wouldn't mind seeing another series showing them as older, it won't be the same and i'm pretty attached to the 51 episodes and the movie, but i would watch it. I don't feel like it should have continued, It's best not to take the chance of ruining a good thing. I have a feeling i'm gonna be sad when Naruto ends, there is already so much in the past of where i'm up to in the series (manga wise) that makes me nostalgic. As for anime i've already seen everything of and wish it would have continued or have made me feel "lost". I'd have to say Samurai Champloo...the ending left so much to be desired, it was very lacking to me. Also Scryed...for the same reason. Especially since we don't really get to see an official definite winner between [spoiler]Kazuma and Ryohou, eventhough theres a hint.[/spoiler] I would have liked to have seen more involving all the characters.

I happen to be a very big wrestling fan in addition to being an otaku, profesisonal and ametuer. There is one very big decision you need to make which will end everything if your answer is a certain way. Wrestling is something that needs to be a lifestyle, you need to be extremely passionate about it in order to succeed. Decide whether it's something that your blood has stained already and if you want to continue to dedicate your blood to it. In other words, drive and dedication is the most important factor. If you have that, then nothing should hold you back. To avoid injuries, learn to train your body in specific ways. Show your mother that your diciplining yourself further in order to prepare your body for the punishment. That's really the only thing you can do about injuries, keep in shape and be diciplined. Know your extents. If your getting injured from armbars and hammerlocks or other common joint locks than you may have a longer way to go but it isn't impossible. The cracked ribs however, if injuries like that happen too commonly than it deserves a lot of attention, especially if it's the same ribs. It's very hard to wrestle even with wrapped ribs, you become very short of breathe easier. Everything is about what measures you take to avoid and solve the problems. As for your mother though, if it isn't enough for her...the decision has to be yours in the end. It's as i said, wrestling needs your unconditioned dedication.

Hm, lets see what i can remember off the top of my head: [b]Naruto[/b]: Temari - Shes one of the most underappreciated characters in the series I think, she happens to be one of my top 4 favorite of the younger shinobi. She is an extremely focused ninja and is a thinker as well. While not as smart as shikamaru she has the capability to plan her own movements and last in a long term battle or end it shortly. She controls her own pace easily, and it's only helped with her versatile techniques which serve as strong defensive and offensive methods involving her wind jutsus. It's as Shikamaru describes in the [spoiler]rescue sasuke arc when Temari aids him against Tayuya.[/spoiler] She seems to be underappreciated because of several reasons that i find, 1) Gaara outshines her as the strong sand ninja, and she becomes shoved in the back. 2) Shes a female shinobi. 3) Her air time is tiny compared to the majority of other ninjas featured in the series, namely the konoha ninjas. A lot of people tend to not pay much attention to her because she dosen't really have a defining fight (say like Lee vs Gaara or Neji vs Naruto) or plays as important a role as many others. If she became more popular, i would be happy that people are realizing how versatile and unique she is. She would still most definitly be one of my favorites. [b]Trigun:[/b] Chapel the Evergreen - In my eyes in only the few episodes he was shown he has the most personality and character. He was the only one of the gung-ho guns who ever questioned anything and showed compassion and individuality. The others followed Legato and Knives without question and were like drones. [spoiler]Chapel refused to kill Wolfwood and detested being used as a tool. After being forced to shoot Wolfwood thanks to Legato he actually confronts him and Knives at the cost of his own life.[/spoiler] He's underappreciated simply because hes a gung-ho gun...while they're responsibilities as a cohesive unit were important to the series, invidually only few of them have gained a decent sized fanbase (those being Dominique the Cyclops, Midvalley the Hornfreak who also happens to be a favorite of mine, and Zazi the Beast). To me Chapel's character should be appreciated more not only for his standing out of the group, but his kick *** double cross gun too. I'm sure theres more, i'll edit and add em in as i begin to remember.

#3 [i]I'm looking for a good adventure first and foremost. But some might I'm just looking for a prophet.[/i] -Heh, i like this one. My answer is the mod of Adventure Square, Ezekiel.

[SIZE=1][COLOR=Darkred]The sound of metal clashing and footsteps scrambling and racing sounded out in the open grounds behind the building often used as a meeting place for Sigma Fi Omega. A giant black sword swung through the air and was met by the blade of an elegant looking scythe. The wielder of the scythe side stepped and spun around, letting her dark orangish hair sway with the wind and attempted another quick blow, but it was promptly blocked by the black cleaver-like sword. The man behind the block wore black and silver armor; light in weight and appearence but sturdy enough in design, it also allowed for swifter movement. He narrowed his eyes toward his opponent and forced her backwards with a parry. She put a grin on her face and stood her scythe up right next to her. [b]"Dri, you certainly know how to handle that weapon. You almost had me on that last one, but almost isn't good enough in battle"[/b] Elliot said as he reattached his Dark Reaver to his back. Dri spun her scythe around and did the same. [b]"Well, it's not like i'm fighting to kill you or anything. Afterall, not everyone is used to sparring with me like you are, but i suppose i'll have to start keeping some moves a secret from you so I can get the better of you next time, and end this little stalemate contest we have going hehe,"[/b] Dri responded. Elliot kept a serious look on his face as Dri walked up to him and used her fingers to force a smile on his face by pulling the sides of his lips upwards. She laughed subtly as Elliot tried to swat her hands away. [b]"You're being annoying,"[/b] said Elliot. Before any more conversation could occur between the two dark knights however, a man around the same height as Elliot walked into the archway of the sparring grounds, he had brown hair tied into a small ponytail. [b]"Hey you two, funs over. Lady Key wants to speak to us about something. According to Jhoon-kim it looks like there have been some reports about some strange figures or something like that showing up around town. Dunno what it all means myself, but you know how the boss lady gets,"[/b] Talent informed them. Dri nodded in acknowledgement at the thief, another one of the members of Sigma Fi Omega. Talent threw a big smile on and winked at Dri. Dri gave a wink back and tilted her scythe causing the blunt end of it to lightly bash Talent on the head as she walked by. Talent rubbed his head and feigned being hurt by the blow. [b]"Hey careful! Wouldn't be much help to the team if you knocked me out now would I?"[/b] Talent said jokingly. Elliot followed behind Dri and let out a confident sounding sigh. [b]"Hmph, if you wanna be knocked out i'll be happy to do the job for you,"[/b] Elliot said while turning his attention to Talent. Talent returned the look and grinned. [b]"Ha! You gotta catch me first!"[/b] Talent responded while doing some fancy footwork. Dri walked back momentarily and started to pull both Elliot and Talent by their hair toward the meeting place. [b]"Lets go you two!"[/b] Dri said while dragging them both along. The three Sigma Fi Omega members walked into the building where Jhoon-Kim and Lady Key were waiting for them. Jhoon-kim greeted them as they walked in, Lady Key approached them and began to address everyone. [b]"Thanks for coming. It seems while he was out around the second district, Jhoon-kim overheard some people talking about some shadows or figures showing up around town. I thought it would be important to alert everyone to keep on their guard. Sigma Fi Omega haven't exactly been the most well liked people around here lately,"[/b] Lady Key explained. Elliot wore a doubtful look on his face and crossed his arms. [b]"I don't see why we should concern ourselves, It could just be a bunch of harmless NPCs goofing around or trying to act all mysterious. I don't see why they could be any potential danger,"[/b] he said. [b]"I agree with Elliot, and besides even if there are some kind of assassins or whatever the hell they are lurking around thinking they can take us on, we'll just beat em down senseless!"[/b] Talent said, smashing his fists together. [b]"It's true that we won't be bested by anyone so easily, but it would still be good to be on alert. Things have been a little strange lately around Elysium,"[/b] Jhoon-kim added in. Lady Key nodded and adjusted her staff by her side. [b]"I have sensed it too. It may be an exaggeration, but we cannot afford to be ignorant to anything at this point."[/b] Lady Key exclaimed. The group agreed and went about any business that needed attention. The sky over Elysium was completely dark now, but the town was still active with the lights as their guide as they reflected off the water and illuminated the streets. What was it that was subtly tainting the atmosphere around everyone? Nothing was certain, but surely something was about to happen. [/COLOR][/SIZE]

I kinda figured that much, but i asked in case you had any special ideas. It seems like a good place for official business or meetings or whatnot *shrug*. As for the shades of red, i know what ya mean. It can get annoying always reading something in the bright red color though, which is why i mentioned dark red, lol. I suppose i'll just use the same shade the first person on my team who posts uses (unless i get my post in before someone else does). Town design is awesome BTW, especially the first district.

Quick question about the town. Is the central building in the first distrcit of any special importance? Also as far as colors go, since my team specifically has a more general category of color than the rest (red) would it matter if the post were in red or darkred? Or would you rather us stick to one form of red.

I write for many reasons. When it comes to articles, to express my intellegence and better explain and analyze things worth being known to others. When it comes to fiction and stories, to express my active imagination, but most of all it is a method to live out events, goals, relationships, and journeys that i could never experience in real life. To be able to live and understand anything i want to through my characters, and their own story, believing it's the next best thing to living it myself since most of what i write is only slightly possible in reality but not entirely. It's my way of creating adventures that are meant to enthrall and characters whom are meant to impact. I do many other things, but i guess writing is currently my biggest interest. I won't go into the others right now...

I haven't heard much about TB, but i read something about it a while ago that made me interested. So i'm excited about it coming to AS. Saturdays are looking great with Bleach and TB being added, i wish they would move FMA though instead of replacing it with Bleach. They should really put in a new 1:30 slot too, i love cowboy bebop but it's been shown quite a lot on AS.