Gavin

Indeed there are those of us who need a little time to prepare for such a monumental RPG. I'm afraid that I'm going to have to come back and edit this Zidargh, but as you are aware when I do it's worth the wait. [b]Name:[/b] Figaro, Edgar Roni Figaro [b]Approximate Age:[/b] 27 years, 5 months and 12 days. [b]Picture:[/b] I'm develishly handsome you see but I'm afraid I don't have one at the moment, I shall return with one post-haste if you're willing to wait. [b]Personality:[/b] As I king I always had to try and do what was best for my people, even if that meant allying myself with evil Empire bent on World conquest, or at least letting them think I was. I like to think of myself as a ladies man but I'm actually rather shy and so don't have much luck in that area. If you were to ask me what I think I'm like, and you have, I'd say that I'm just a average King. Sure I have my moments of bravery and nobility that make me seem like a big shot but realistically I don't think I'm any different to most people. Even if I'm not a hero I'm a nice guy, I'm kind and thoughtful, caring and honest, sometimes these are things which other King's lack. I'm really just your average Nicy Guy. [b]Background:[/b] (Must edit) [b]Skills/Qualifications:[/b] Not to sound arrogant but I'm a master mechanic and a whiz with tools. My adventures in Final Fantasy VI show case this as my special weapons were all tools of my own creation, and I have to say they did they job admirably. I can fix the most complex machinery with relative ease, if I don't have the right part for the job make it there an then. (I may edit this as it doesn't seem right) [b]Homeplace:[/b] Figaro Castle, Gaia. [b]Game Appearance:[/b] Final Fantasy VI (Or III on the SNES), though I only ever starred in a single game I believe the cast and crew's work in Final Fantasy VI makes it a true classic. ------------------- [b]Post Background Preference:[/b]Aqua

[SIZE=1][b]Poem:[/b] For they were a funny people, Who's wits and legs were quick. The laughed and sung as able, 'Til the clocks went tick, tock, tick. [b]Poem:[/b] Night Let's try to keep this happy... [/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]A new and happier toned poem. [b]Poem:[/b] They'd clap their hands together, In a happy, merry way. For the days had brillaint weather, and as such outside they play. [b]Word:[/b] Shine [/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]An interesting topic... One of the main times I've been pushed to my mental limit was in preparation for my Junior Certificate, I remember getting all worked up for the tests (a major test on every subject in the curriculum) trying to remember everything I'd learned in the previous three years so I'd be ready for it. Afterwards I realised it wasn't a huge deal but it was the most memorable time I was pushed to my limit. In terms of physical limit I can say safely was the time my year went to a "Adventure Camp" in Mayo, we had 20 mile hiking, absailing, rock-climbing, and kayaking, it was so exhausting a few of the guys nearly had to be sent for medical attention due to over-exertion. Each person has a different definition of Mental or Physical limit, for example a champion weight lifter would be easily able to lift well beyond a normal person's weight limit.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][b]Poem:[/b] And now we think back on said melon, Who's evil and intelligence were quite strange . Yet we treat him not as a felon, And more like a pet with mange. [B]Word:[/B] Ending. OK I really advise we start a new Poem.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]Well I don't live in Great Britian doukeshi03 but as I live in Ireland I think we can mull a few ads over. I wouldn't be the biggest fan of the new Guinness ads but they are quite funny in their own right, my favoruite drink based ads would be the new Carlsburg ones, [I]"Carlsburg don't so ___ , but if they did they'd probably be the best ___ in the world."[/I]. My favrouite ads though would have to be Mars Company ads from a few years back, the American Football one where the guy gets concussed after a bad tackle and thinks he'd Batman was classic, [I]"I am Batman"[/I]. The Snickers one where they took the piss about Tyson biting off Hollyfield's ear was good too, [I]"What do you mean I ain't got nothin' to worry about ?"[/I].[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]I started work on this RPG in early April if memory serves and abandoned it about a fortnight afterwards due to an awful case of writer's block. I'd like to point out that this still requires work which is why I've posted it here, I'm going to omit the [I]Sign Up[/I] section and the [i]Rules[/i] but I'll leave [U]Information[/U] as it's relevant but it is also where I need the help. I'd advise you to read the storyline first and then go to the end where I'm going to outline exactly where I need help but it's really up to yourself. [CENTER]------------------[/CENTER] [I]The battle had finally ended... the enemy of all slain, and it was now an odd time on Planet Zi. For the first time in years there were no shots fired... there was no conflict... there was no death or destruction... there was peace and tranquillity. With the final defeat of the both the Death Saurer and the Death Stinger, and the death of those who would cause such destruction, all the people of planet Zi were to finally know peace. It was nice not having to live in fear, not having to constantly worry about one's safety as would have been done before. For the first time there was no difference between an Imperial and or a Republican, they were all just people of the Planet Zi. Both nations, the Helic Republic and the Guylos Empire decided that war now had no place on Zi and that both nations should demilitarise most of their armies. Many Zoid pilots were horrified at this prospect, for them it had never been about war, it had been about the combat, Pilot and Zoid together as one awesome weapon, a weapon that only the worthy could possess and use. However other Zoid pilots saw this as a relief, they saw that fact that they would no longer be responsible for the deaths of other normal people in the name of some government or sovereign. It was decided though that something had to be done for the sake of those who were unhappy about what was going to transpire. So the head of Imperial Security, Marshal Karl Schubaltz and the Commander of the Helic Armed Forces, General Robert Hermann met to discuss the problem but they could find no solution. They announced that these soldiers would just have to accept what was going to occur with the dignity and loyalty that they had shown all throughout their military career. Now there were no Zoid Battles, those who once knew what it felt like to be in control of a Zoid regaled others with their tales and become little more than storytellers and not warriors as they once were. Pilots like Van Flyheight and Thomas Schubaltz found themselves working either in the be bureaucratic end of the military or entering themselves as political representatives of the new cities being built across the face of the planet. This time, however the will of the many would be enough to over power the will of the few, and bring to an end combat all across on Zi. Though some of the pilots were still saddened about being unable to use Zoids the vast majority of those on Zi were more than happy to allow these destructive weapons to rust and fall into disrepair so that they would be unable to cause harm again. The Helic Republic and the Guylos Empire were busy attempting to rebuild their lands after the devastation at the hands of the Death Stinger, practically all of New Helic City had been reduced to rubble and the area made uninhabitable. What followed could be described as a time of rebirth and renewal on Zi, comparable to the Renaissance in early Earth history, all of what was destroyed was rebuilt... and more. The cities in Gylos and Helic were more splendid and wonderful than on anywhere on the planet, truly humanity had endured it's suffering of before and come back more powerful than could have been hoped... By Earth Standard Time the year would have been 2178, this was to mark the beginning of a change that would leave Zi unrecognisable to the eyes of those who were old enough to live long enough to see it. During the next two centuries there was much upheaval on Zi, as was expected the Nations known as the Helic Republic and the Guylos Empire were broken up into a much smaller confederation of neighbouring states. These states went on to create a confederacy known as United Federation of Zi which was to help create trade links between each nation. Though Zoids schematics were still located in military databases there was still a complete ban on their construction in any of the new states. However on July 20th 2279 it was decided that a Zoids ban was harsh and that it would be receded and replaced with a ban on only the most powerful and destructive Zoids. The motion by the United Federation of Zi to recreate these machines was passed with no objections since it had been over two hundred since the first ban had been implemented and it was accepted that humanity had evolved since then... And so the military schematics on almost every Zoid were made available to different specialised machinery labs across Zi that would be contracted to produce Zoids for personal usage. In these military files were also detailed schematics on Organoids and although that had been unable to recreate the small Zoids back then, thanks to the technological advancements of the last two hundred years it was possible although incredibly difficult to create these mysterious creatures. And so Zoids returned to the face of Zi, at first it was debated that they should remain only in the hands of the military alone and that civilian use could be dangerous. Slowly however individuals wealthy enough to afford the construction of their Zoids were permitted to use them for entertainment purposes. Soon the cost of a Zoid was lowered to such a level that it was available to most of the general public, this was to be the beginning of Zoid Combat. Five years later the first official tournament was to be held, veterans, professionals and amateurs have placed their reputations and skills on the line to be crowned champion...[/I] [CENTER]------------------ [I][B]Extra Info:[/B][/I][/CENTER] This section deals with the geography of Zi and well as the nations therein, it took quite a while to write and I would be appreciative if people would read this thoroughly before posting a sign up. Also note that the geography of Zi will be different than maps provided on other sites, this is due to human expansion and I will be providing a map as soon as possible. [B]Zi as it is today[/B] - Zi today is very different as it appears in both Zoids: Guardian Force but also as it appears in Zoids: New Century Zero. Zi is far higher populated with an estimated population of 90 million inhabitants across the face of the planet, there is still some area left naturally where forests and grasslands can be seen and this is estimated at roughly 35% of the entire landmass. The rest of this land is either covered in the urban areas of cities or towns; about 80% of the population of Zi leave in these metropolitan areas. Travelling between cities is accomplished through either the network of underground trains, usage of planes or such air-based vehicles, use of land based vehicles or ships to cross the blue oceans of Zi. Zoids are rarely used as a method of transport since the above mentioned methods are faster and more reliable. [B]Continents of Zi[/B] - There are 5 main continents across the face of Zi and home to it's 90 million inhabitants, they are: [U]Median[/U] - Central continent of Zi and home to 5 nations, it was home to the Helic Republic and the Guylos Empire at one time also. Median is known for it’s Mediterranean style climate and it's typically warm and sunny weather. [U]Europa[/U] - Eastern continent it has been described as the "Old World" due to it's large number of archaeological digs and ancient buildings, it is home to 4 of the Nations of Zi. Its weather patterns are consistent, usually dry and warm but with rain occurring more frequently than other continents, it is also slightly colder than Median. [U]Bellicose[/U] - The north-western continent, Bellicose has been given its name because of the now dormant volcanic mountains to its south-western coast, which have not erupted in about 400 years. It was known for it's numerous Hot Springs and snow capped mountains, it is quite a popular holiday destination and is home to 3 of Zi's nations. [U]Quiescent[/U] - The south-western continent Quiescent is the polar opposite to it's brother continent of Bellicose, it is known for is rugged, yet scenic beauty and natural attraction, as such is home to only 2 nations of Zi. It is also home to Zi largest mount known as Mount Titan, roughly 9,000m in height. [U]Amalgam[/U] - Located in the south-south-eastern section of the globe, about 100 or so miles from Europa it is Zi's most mineral rich continent, responsible for much of the heavy mining and processing of the materials required for Zoid and other Heavy Industry construction. It is hope to only a single nation with stretches across the entire continent and regulates the mining and processing operations. [B]Nations of Zi[/B] - These countries are the end result of both the break up of the Helic Republic and the Guylos Empire and the colonisation and expansion on the other continents of Zi. There are 18 in total each ranging in population density and size and form of government, the largest of these being Atlas and the smallest being Draconis. A list of the nations follows: [u]Atlas[/u] - Largest and most populated of all the states of Zi, Atlas with it's capital Atlasia is home to about 12 million of Zi's inhabitants. Atlas is in the centre of Median, taking up roughly half of what was known as the Helic Republic. Atlas is almost entirely covered it the metropolitan area of it's capital Atlasia though there is some natural areas left as parks in it's surrounding environment. Technologically Atlas is one of the most advanced states containing many labs and manufacturing facilities to which it owes much of it's revenue. It is also home to the headquarters of the United Federation of Zi. Atlas is the largest Zoid producing state constructing 20% of all Zoids and 14% of all Zoid parts. Prime Minister Malcolm Kane in the last year of a 5-year term in office and is running for re-election later this year. [u]Halla[/u] - Bordering Atlas to the north Halla is a medium sized state, it's capital is Kelf and the nation is home to about 5 million of Zi's inhabitants. Kelf is one of the few remaining monarchies of Zi and is ruled over by its sovereign King Walter Krueger an actual descendant of the legendary Colonel and later President of the Helic Republic. Halla has been described as the most architecturally beautiful of all the States, priding itself on it's traditional styles of ancient Zi. However coupled with this traditional styling is an advanced population with access to the latest conveniences, Kelf produced approx. 8% of Zoids and 10% of Zoid parts. [CENTER]------------------[/CENTER] If you've had the patience to keep reading I thank you, I hope you like it as with some help I should have it finished in a fortnight of so. The main help I need it with the States of Zi themselves, there are 14 on my last count as such each needs a description like the ones given above for Halla and Atlas. It has to deal with such things as the main city, population, technological advancement, industries and what their Zoids production and Parts percetage is. The names need to reflect both the country but also the continent, the super-state of Amalgam for example would be home to much heavy industry and as such would be more industrial looking in description. Art work would also be much appreciated, this could range from Backgrounds to Banners but all would be appreciated. A concept map of Zi would be greatly appreciated as it would save me the time of trying to design it. I hope you've enjoyed reading this as much as I laboured to create it.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]Well this is finally up and I have to say fair play to Hugo on his excellent job on the RPG and Timetable. I can also safely say that I'm going to enjoy my time in this school, I mean I've only a few classes everyday and my Friday has only two classes to it. I guess I'll just wander aimlessly about the school during my free time planning my latest evil deeds, or pillaging the school with my band of lawyers. A question about the P.E. and Extra Sports though Hugo, you've said it'll be a variety of sports but I was wondering if you could tell us exactly what they are ? And do any of them have the chance to play other school in an inter-school competition (like a football league for instance) ?[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][b]Poem:[/b] And so slain by that evil fruit, I wander as a spectre of the night. I seek that evil melon's doom, At the hands of a valiant knight. [b]Word:[/b] Spoon. OK now I really think we need a new poem.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]Heh it took my a while but I finally (with some help) found the answer to the question. [b]Answer:[/b] Laurence Fishburne Equilibrium The Rat Pack Braveheart[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]Indeed this question has been asked and answered many times before, however I see no reason to break with tradition just yet. Like many people here I started off on Final Fantasy VII, I had played it at a friends house and right away I thought there was something special about the game. Looking back, and have played a few other Final Fantasy games I realise that the story wasn't exactly brilliant but there were so many other things that attracted me to the game. The character's were all well formed (at least most of them, I've never been a great fan of Cait Sith), lucid and human with their own hopes and agendas. The back-story was a little hard to follow sometimes, and had to be explained to me by a friend who did actually understand it. The graphics weren't the greatest in the world but they did the job with finesse and the Cutscenes did their job very respectably, overall it was a very enjoyable game. I played Final Fantasy VIII after that but I never really got into the game, the graphics were updated and looked more realistic, but I just couldn't get into the swing of it. I thought the storyline was decent enough, if a little predictable but the characters were just a little too one-dimensional for my tastes in that instance. I got a loan of the Final Fantasy X demo disk from a classmate and I have to admit that I was instantly captivated by the game. The graphics and cutscenes were absolutely beautiful, and the story was so different from a normal Final Fantasy game. It had the mystery and intrigue of VII but it didn't confuse the heck out of you when you tried to make sense of it, granted it may have been a little linear but I liked it none the less. The character's were one of the high points of the game for me, I thought the voice-overs were actually pretty decent but it seems the general consensus thinks otherwise. I thought the love-story between Tidus and Yuna was a little predictable and some of the other character's lacked the depth of their VII counterparts but I still enjoyed the game to a great degree. My latest dip into the Final Fantasy world brings me to my favourite Final Fantasy VI (or III depending on you're perspective). The story is at best captivating and at worst interesting so it's hard not to think of it as being great, the side stories are filled to bursting point with the presents and pasts of a vast majority of the main characters as well as the villains and major NPCs. The sprites are all well detailed and the cut-scenes are in my own opinion better than those of VII, at least the cutscenes or the PSOne version of the game are. The characters are my personal favourite part to this game; each of them is so different rather than simple fighter, healer, etc. that are sometimes seen in other games. Edgar was by far the most interesting character, as he had to deal with so many different issues wondering what to do for his kingdom against the Empire. I'm only about a quarter of the way through the game, moving on to the Esper Realm so I can't give a fully detailed account but so far I think it's definitely the best of the series.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]Well strictly answering the question posed in the title I say that I wouldn't be able to survive without any human contact for a long space of time. Like others I enjoy the privacy of my own company when it suits me, and by no means do I seek the constant attention of others. However if I was indeed stranded on a deserted island, left only to my own devices I think I'd rather quickly search for a way off said island in order to return to civilisation. I don't think people are meant to survive without human contact, it seems to drive people crazy if stranded for too long a period and as such is not something I'd like to experience.[/SIZE]

[size=1][b]Poem:[/b] The belligerence of my tummy, Demands a tasty tribute. I see you as oh so yummy, And eat you like a brute. [b]Word:[/b] Fear We may need a new poem...[/size]

[SIZE=1]I'm not a big fan of teen movies, in fact I pretty much think they're a dire affair, you watch one once and you think "[I]Yeah that was funny enough[/I]", you watch it a second time and you think "[I]What a load of shite[/I]". I've seen maybe ten or twelve teen movies and they've been mostly hit and miss, some have been funny enough while others make me want to get a car and mow down the makers. [U][B]Three Favourite Teen Films:[/B][/U] (I think this is a stretch but anyway) [b]#1: Scary Movie III[/b] - By far the best in the series, the humour was a good deal better and they managed to spoof other film storylines in a slightly less predictable way. The comic ability of Charlie Sheen and Leslie Nielson was great most of the time and brought the series some mark of respectability. [b]#2: Ferris Bueller's Day Off[/b] - An 80s film as already mentioned by a few other people, there was just something about this film that I enjoyed that hasn't been stolen and bastardised in recent times. Matthew Broderick does a good job in the role. [b]3#: Road Trip[/b] There was just something about this film that makes me laugh any time I watch it, I can't exactly explain what but the humour is at time so off-the-wall that it deserves the number three spot. [U][B]Three Least Liked Teen Films:[/B][/U] [b]#1: Scary Movie 2[/b] - There was nothing I liked about this film, the humour was tired and the plot was just complete crap. The characters are all one-dimensional and it just seems like a rehashed version of Scary Movie 1 in a different place. [B]#2: Not Another Teen Movie[/b] As much as I loathe this film it doesn't get the top spot. I found this to be a mixed affair of chuckle once and then choke on you're own sense of wonder as to who in their right mind would like this movie. [b]#3: American Pie (Any of them)[/b] I can say without any sense of doubt that this is one of the worst series of films I've ever seen. The characters are all cliché in a terrible way, played by actors who would be better at performing brain surgery. The story is awful and predictable and I was only too happy to see the ending credits.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]I'd have to agree with most of what Red and Bean have said, it's the right of the management to allow or disallow people into their premises and you can't really do anything about it. What I don't get are why people are getting so riled up about this, it's just a restaurant that you have to be 25 to get into, I think this is a great idea at you'd have to be one mature looking teenager to get in. I've seen first-hand the effects of underage drinking and I whole-heartedly agree with this move, if this is the only way the management found to keep young people from underage drinking then so be it. I mean people ***** and moan about underage drinking and now they're bitching and moaning about a place with an age restriction that would prevent that, I think such people have a little too much free time on their hands. If the owner wants to try and create a more mature atmosphere to the restaurant then this seems a good way to do it. In the end it's the right of the management to do this and they're the only ones who can change it.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]I remember this duo pretty well, the whole idea "[I]We'll sell this band because they're "lesbians" and have **** music but it's the controversy that'll sent teenagers to buy the CDs"[/I]. I first heard their music about two and a half years ago, I think, and even then I thought it was a load of shite, the music was just generic and their only real selling point was that they were Russian lesbians or at least they claimed to be lesbians. A real one hit wonder, it was an interesting marketing strategy for whoever came up with it but they lacked the talent to keep them big, I'm not even the slightest bit sorry to see them gone. I remember they claimed that they were going to go on the European Song Contest naked and if they won they were going to get married, in the end it turned out to be all ******** and they went back into the obscurity they started out from.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]OK this is a slightly weird poem but I'll have a go. [b]Poem:[/b] Thy sweet insides so loved, A nirvana to my taste, Though the seeds must first be shoved, As they are naught but wastes. OK that was definitely funky. [b]Word:[/b] Lemon[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]Well as I have said to you before Bill, I think a Star Trek based RPG would do quite well here on OB. My main reason behind this is because it's only been tried once before, and though it was a bit weak it did manage to attract some of the Square's well known and respected role-players. [b]1. If there are Star Trek fans here would you go for this?[/b] I think I've already answered this one, I'd personally love to see a Star Trek RPG created as it's never really been tried before. [B]2. Do you [Anyone, not just trekkies] believe this idea could work in the Adventure Square?[/B] I've already answered this but again yes I think it would do very well in the Adventure Square with the right promotion and role-players in the RPG. [B]3. Would the 'episode' system work? [Think of it like James's Chapter system but a little different.[/B] By this I'm guessing you mean the Episode System as featured in the most of the TV series, where a different adventure takes place practically on each show. I personally think it would work, as it would give people a set idea of what they could expect rather than just having to create a whole Episode from scratch. One piece of advice though would to set out a rotation for people to post so that someone doesn't end up writing a really good reply only to have some else beat them to it. Similar to Kill Adam you give the basic premise at the start of the “Episode and we work our way through collaboratively. All in all I think this is a really good idea that could turn into a neat little series. [/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]My most memorable film moment is taken from [B]Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back[/B], if you think about it this has to be one of the most memorable bits of any film to date. [spoiler][b]Darth Vader:[/b] Obi-Wan never told you what happened to your father. [b]Luke:[/b] [i]Interupts[/i] He told me enough... he told me you killed him. [b]Vader:[/b] No... I AM YOUR FATHER...[/spoiler] I mean the line just came so unexpectedly. [spoiler]You have Luke Skywalker who's fighting for the Light Side of the Force locked in battle with the unredeemably evil Darth Vader the master of the Dark Side. Luke still newly trained in his powers is unable to fend off Vader's assault, even losing his hand in the process and then just as Luke readying himself to die Vader suddenly comes out with that line.[/spoiler][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]I've seen at least a few hundred films in my lifetime so it's a little hard to narrow it down to my three favourites, however in saying that I'll make an effort. [B]Star Trek V: The Voyage Home[/B] - I love this film, there is just no other way to put it. This film had everything I ever loved about Star Trek, the sense of family among all the characters, the whole traditional Sci-Fi feel to it and finally of course the sheer roller-coaster ride of a story. I thought the actor Lawrence Luckinbell (who played Sybok) did an phenomenal job in the portrayal of his character, though Sybok is the "bad guy" at the start he didn't even seem to be the bad guy. To me he seemed more like a man with a mission who was willing to do anything to achieve it. My favourite part of the film was either at the beginning or then end featuring Kirk, Spock and McCoy camping out with "Marshmellons" and singing Row, Row, Row your boat. [b]The Count of Monte Cristo[/b] - A brilliant adaptation of a classic tale of revenge by André Dumas, there was not a single cast member who I thought didn't do an absolutely fantastic job. I really felt for the main character Edmond Dantes, he had his whole world ripped from him by the man he called his best friend Fernand Mondego, and all because Mondego wished he was Dantes. The whole tale is well presented, from his time spent imprisoned in the Chateau D'if with fellow prisoner Richard Harris, to serving aboard the pirate ship of Luigi Vampa and finally his transformation to the powerful and mysterious Count of Monte Cristo for his final showdown with Mondego. [b]K-Pax[/b] - I never understood why people disliked this film, this has to be one of the most moving films I've seen in years. There was just something about this film that drew me to it from when I first watched it, the whole atmosphere and musical score keeps you enraptured from start to finish. I really can't explain exactly why I like this film, I though Spacey and Bridges did brilliant jobs on their parts with Bridges playing an psychologist questioning what he believes after he meets Prot and hoping to actually find some logical explanation to Prot. Spacey on his part was fantastic as Prot, I was genuinely convinced through the entire film that Prot was who he claimed to be. Though in praising the main players in the film I must admit that the secondary characters were themselves the icing on the proverbial cake, from Howie the obsessive compulsive, to Ernie the man who's afraid of life itself at time as well as the rest supporting cast who made this film a sheer pleasure to watch.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]Zidargh, you never cease to amaze me in the quality and sheer originality of your RPGs. I love the idea behind this, and I really mean that, this has to be one of the most interesting RPGs I've seen in a long while and I definitely want in. The concept is great, I really like the idea of Mario and Luigi going into business in the Mushroom Kingdom as well as your plan to involve some evil competition against the fledgling business if just pure genius. I am particularly fond of the idea of this being set in an 8 to 16 bit era, as it is set in a time when most of us (well at last people of my age) first got involved in gaming, and brings back good memories. I have a question though in regard to the actual set up of the RPG, when you said "[u]I want this to be a very colourful RPG with the help of post backgrounds, logos, banners etc. And I want it to be colourful in the metaphorical sense so noone will get bored.[/u]". Does this mean that we'll have to design the backgrounds, banners etc. ourselves our will you be the one handling that ? One last question, is Luigi available to play as ?, I just have to know this because he is without a shadow of a doubt my favourite Mario character.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]I have to admit that I'm really taken by the idea you're playing around with here, the effort and detail you've put into this is really quite impressive. There is just one thing that stood out at me that doesn't seem right, though it's probably something you have down intentionally. The idea behind the Celtic State is well thought out but if it is indeed a Celtic State as you call it then it would more than likely hold it's main seat of power in either Scotland or Ireland as they were the main Celtic strongholds. It is of course your call but it was just something that stuck out at me, other than that I love the idea and can't wait to see the finished product in the Square. (I hope you like that avatar since I was the one who designed it, and all the other Nature/Wildlife ones)[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]Well being OB's resident Irishman it would be more than slightly odd if I wasn't actually Irish, but I am Irish so let's move on swiftly... I was born in the South Tipperary region of the Republic of Ireland and I've lived there all my life, I lived in the town up until the age of seven when my family moved out into the country to the house my father lived in as a child. I've lived here for the last ten years for better and worse and really have no regrets because of the serene peacefulness of the area as well as the sheer scenic beauty of the countryside. I can say safely that I wouldn't live in the noisy town for all the tea in China. I'm 17 and still a student but due to a pretty severe accident in November of last year I was forced to leave my previous high school. I'll be restarting the senior cycle this coming September in the High School in town, from there I hope to get my Leaving Certificate to go on to college. I'm currently working in a very large hardware store as a shop assistant, it's good work and I'm making a very decent wage.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1]I suppose you have some good points there Zidargh, and coming from you I know they've been well thought out. I do agree that having somebody else "Playing Mod" and berate a newbie isn't something we want to see here, and that such individuals as Charles said should be given a polite but firm warning to leave such things to the forum's Moderator. I guess maybe I just believe too strongly in giving people the benefit of the doubt in cases where 99% of “Playing Mod” is just somebody who wants to feel big at another person’s expense.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][b]Answer:[/b] Diane Lane Dracula Dead and Loving it Bean the Movie Ghostbusters II[/SIZE]