James

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Master O Beans [/i] [B]....The PENTAGON just got bombed. ...or maybe just crashed into again..they don't know yet. (at the Heliport) [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Yeah...it looks like plane/helicopter crashed into it...I can't believe what I'm seeing...[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Master O Beans [/i] [B] Hmm, most odd, me thought you lived in Australia...home of Fosters: Australian for sh!tty beer that leaves a horrible after-taste. ...but I guess not. Anyhoo, Japan has reported cases of Mad Cow disease...so everyone who said they want to go there....DON'T EAT [I]ANY[/I] ANIMALS THAT GO "MOO!" ...especially if it's in a disgruntled tone...:wigout: [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Fosters is [i]real[/i] beer. Not like that warm English stuff. Although I don't even like beer, it [i]all[/i] leaves a crappy aftertaste in your mouth...[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Mike [/i] [B] what do you mean [I]if[/I]? with James here, nobody will touch him, haha. He'll blow their head off if he does, and masterfork can beat them up case Adam is an important person from the THEOBWAKU.COM, hehe. :devil: [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]You got that right. Adam and I work together on Otaku Media's sites...so I couldn't let Adam be stalked by a crazed fan or anything, could I? :) I'm just going to have to make sure to carry something sharp and rusty with me wherever I go... ...*eye twitches*...yes...sharp and rusty... Ugh, sorry. I'll try to keep sane.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Cera [/i] [B]Yes, it is an interesting point. I'm Lutheran--Martin Luther was one of the main people in the Reformation. Being part of the denomination that I am, I do not belive that good works get ya to heaven. "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith--anf this not of yourselves, it is the gift of God. Not by works, lest any man should boast." Ephesians 2:8-9 You're forgiven. Period. Whether or not you choose to accept that gift--that's up to you. Free will. That's where the whole fruit-in-the-garden deal got started in the first place. Free will. That's how I understand it. And I read your posts, AJ. It's true that I don't know a lot about most other religions. Some have the same roots as Christianity--but I even have trouble keeping different Christian denoms straight. Even within denoms, there are dif. synods.... But I read all your posts, and enjoy them...learning something new never hurt anybody. [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Yeah, I think it's important to understand multiple religions, in order to gain a better perspective. And yes, I've also read AJ's posts. I read everyone's posts equally...so that I know what everyone thinks. [/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Nerdsy [/i] [B] Me liking Doom is more about an emotional attachment, in that I used to spend hours upon hours playing it when I was younger... Nowadays I don't play the game anymore... It got boring.... I disliked the fact that there was no story except "Aliens invade, shoot them". And it's not the blood and guts games I don't like, I just don't like games where you go around shooting at things... Even if it has puzzles and stuff... And I admit right out front I don't like Microsoft. But I also don't like Sony and the Playstaion, but that dosn't get in the way of my judging of a game. Besides, like I said before, this isn't my final judgment, this is just a first impression derived simply form the shot. Isn't that what you posted this for, to get everyone's impression of the shot? And I didn't realize it wasn't being made by microsoft, but it doesn't change the type of game that I've been expecting on the X-box. Of course, there is a high probability that my opionion will change once I play the games, which I intend to do. [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Yep, I don't particularly like Microsoft either. And Sony's strategies are highly questionable at the best of times... But nonetheless, I try and give everyone a chance. The screenshot looks gorgeous...and while it is no indicator of gameplay, I'm going to be interested to try out this game when it hits the shelves.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Ice Dragon v2 [/i] [B]yea ill try thanx for the tip james n maybe i should listen to my g/f [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Yep, no problem at all. Good luck. :)[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Ice Dragon v2 [/i] [B]do u realize on how many times i told him to get lost????? that was my first option but ill try again if he EVERS, follows my @$$, i WILL cap him i can always call my cuz (no, not Eternal Jehuty) its very nice to have a relative that works as a sniper:devil: :devil: :devil: :devil: [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]*sigh* What is it with you Americans and "capping" people? Why instantly reach for the gun? It's only a waste of your own life. You don't want to sink down to this guy's level...you have to be the bigger man than him. You need to get creative. You need to annoy him back...get your friends to annoy him even... You gotta find ways to make him so annoyed that he will leave you alone. It's better to do to him what he's doing to you...than to sink even lower and do something stupid.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Ice Dragon v2 [/i] [B]i have this stupid b!tch thats annoying the hell outta me ever since the school year started. my friends tell me to ignore him n forget about it but sooner or later im gonna cap this guy for all i care. i dont care if he has a family, i just want him dead. my g/f tells me to lay off n forget about him n says hes not worth it. n just this morning, i nearly got physical with him. i already got suspended from fighting before n i dont wanna get kicked out again. so do u guys have an advice before i completely snap????? [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Just...try not to do anything drastic. If you do...you'll end up regretting it for your entire life. I personally don't know what you can do. Whenever I've disagreed with someone, I've always kind of been surrounded by friends...and so...I guess that helped me ignore them. I don't really know what you can do, except avoid this person.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Adam [/i] [B]Well yesterday we met like we were supposed to. We were waiting for one another in the local Software, Etc. I got there a little early and was waiting, waiting... All I knew about what he looked like was 1) he was Russian and 2) he had on an America Eagle T-shirt. I waited a bit, then suddenly, exploding through the doorway came a hugely ripped guy that looked maybe 6-7 feet tall. He was dripping from head to toe in an oozing substance of sorts. "Please don't be masterfork" I kept repeating to myself. When he extended his dripping hands to me to say 'hi', I sighed and extended my own. "What's with the goo?" I asked him. He replied in a thick Russian accent "IT TO SCARE BABIES". I sighed again. We then drew our attention to the local video game system (a PS2) playing some biking game. There was an 11-year old kid on a wheelchair struggling to handle its controls. "This game looks alright, how about we play it after the tike's done?" I suggested. Within moments, masterfork lifted the 12-year old (wheelchair and all) off of the floor and rolled him out the door. "ME WANT PLAY" he roured. At this point the guy at the counter made us leave. I kept shaking my head. "I need to buy some stamps" I then said. So we went off to a place that sold stamps. Unfortunately the machine ripped me off about $10 (I put in a $20 and it didn't give me enough change back). I went to the front desk to complain and the guard sympathized with me and was reaching into his pocket to give me a refund when... "GIVE ADAM BACK MONEY NOW OR I BEAT YOU WITH PINKY AND EAT YOUR BABIES. HE IS FROM THEOBWAKU.COM, HE IS IMPORTANT PERSON." The guard then made us leave. I didn't get my refund. After that I suggested that we go eat. He readily agreed. "I'll pay for your food" I offered. He happily shook his head in an excited fashion. Well... We get to the cafeteria and I buy a small wrap with a drink and a salad. I go to pay for it when I see masterfork lumbering toward me with not one, but three trays stacked with various food items. He must have had like six meals there! "Dude, there's no way I can afford all that". Like a hurt child, he gave me a little puppy dog face, put the food down, then retreated to a corner to (presumably) shed some tears. He eventually recovered and we sat down. "Did you bring the GB Advance with your games?" I asked. "NO, BUT I BRING THIS". He then reached into his backpack and pulled out a portable TV and placed it right on top of the cafeteria table. He then took out a (I'm not kidding) Dreamcast system and set it up right there. EVERYONE was staring at us. He then took out a CD wallet filled with Russian DC bootlegs. "Cool", I said, "What games do you have?" He responded, "THEY ALL ONE GAME. THEY ALL SONIC. I HAVE FIFTY COPIES OF SONIC. SONIC YUM YUM." He then put in the disk and sat staring at the intro movie. He didn't play, just kept watching the intro... THIS MY FAVORITE PART! He'd yell on occasion. I didn't stay around, I got the hell out of there right when he started licking the scream, "SONIC YUM YUM". The moral of the story is, people are a lot different in person than online:). -Adam theOtaku.com OtakuBoards.com [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Whew, you weren't online for a while...I thought you'd been kidnapped by Masterfork! I had slung on a few bullet belts and my lucky rocky headband to come and rescue you...lol...guess I won't need it afterall.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Wild Freedom [/i] [B]Ok so call me a strung out internet junkie! I dont care! I love Transtic...He's the coolest J "Popper" out there and hes great! Hes not confused about his sexuality and he loves his boyfriend and we love you Transtic! Im gonna build a site devoted to transtic but cuz Im poor it will be on GEOCITIES!!! I love you Transtic and be sure to check out my shrine to YOU when I get the time to build it!!! [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]While this is slightly disturbing (let's hope this person isn't a stalker or anything...lol), I can't believe that Transtic gets his own fansite! :wigout: He's already becoming a big celebrity here at OtakuBoards. :)[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Matt.D [/i] [B][color=rainbow] I heard that the PS2 has no ventalation system and it over heats in less than 30 minutes. I don't own a PS2, so I was wondering, is this true?[/color] [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]I haven't had any overheating problems with mine. Even after playing GT3 for two hours last night...I picked up the machine to move it to another room...and it remained at room temperature. So no, for me personally...I haven't experienced any overheating issues.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by BabyGirl [/i] [B] [color=deeppink]I very much agree with this...I love the violin, it can create a very emotional peice, score, etc. I also have songs that give me the chills, heh, basically the entire Sister Act II soundtrack...d@mn those girls can [i]sing[/i]![/color] [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Yeah...the violin and piano can be very powerful instruments. There is a song I hear sometimes that makes me sad...it's a classical melody and it's often played at funerals. It's the most emotionally charged piece of music I've ever heard...it's beautiful and at the same time, it's very sad and depressing. I can't think of the name though...[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Lightning_Baron [/i] [B] ive used fruityloops 2.x (summat) a bit, its good, ejay its wot got me started, i now use programs like rebirth, jeskola buzz, ocasionally Cubase, and cool edit for editing my samples, havent actually finished a track in ages tho, i always get about halfway then think it doesnt sound good anymore and just delete it, but i think everyone gets board when u hear the same thing over and over just so u can edit bits to sound right [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Does anyone use Acid Pro or Sound Forge? Those programs are awesome...but incredibly expensive.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by RicoTranzrig [/i] [B]Yup, it's a huge, huge game alright. Have you ever tried professional mode in arcade? It's pretty challenging. [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Nup, I haven't tried that myself. I've only had the game about a week...and I've really been focusing on getting more credits/cars/lisences. So far, I have my Domestic B, Domestic A and Rally lisences. And I have something like 10 cars. Some pretty cool ones too...the ones you win in some of the Domestic A races are really nice. :) [/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by kuja [/i] [B][SIZE=3][FONT=century gothic][COLOR=crimson]babygirl meantioned a lot of stuff that happened... um... but she didnt say she proposed to me!!!!!!!!! lol oh wait im dreaming again arent i? hope you and your fiance last longer than me and mine... *sigh* and im not sure about another "god" but maybe a couple demi-god's kinda like in charge of each section (im still pushing this idea lol), and yea TN would be great for the general otaku, ginny for the anime, and idk about system/franchies thou, nothing agaisnt TN or anything i just like the idea of one god ya know... lol[/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]That system wouldn't work, since there are only three ranks of staff. However, we do need more moderators and more Gods. So I'm always thinking of people who are suitable, PM me if you have a good suggestion.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by zanza [/i] [B]There are so many instances of this in the topic, I'll just randomly address some points that have been made in the past. - God was called veangeful and vain because he's either "worship me or go to hell". No, you see, you have it COMPLETELY wrong. God is the exact opposite of that. He is forgiving; as long as you confess your sins, and lay your life in his hands, he will forgive you for ANY wrongdoings you may do as an imperfect human, and give you access to the kingdom of Heaven when you die. It doesn't get any better than that. - There is actually only one sin in this world, and that is rejecting God. By rejecting to obey the Lord, you may experience symptoms of sin: lying, killing, cheating, etc. Obviously, as an imperfect human, you might experience those symptoms while being a good Christian. But as long as you confess your sins, God will forgive you. - I'd like to quote a speaker today: "It's guilt and sin that make you see things about God that aren't true." That's close enough to what he said, anyway, but it's all right there, in that sentence. If you think God is veangeful, if you think God is mistreating you, if you think ANYTHING bad about God, you're doing something wrong. Remember when Adam and Eve at the fruit, then they ran and hid from God when he came because they were afraid of him? Why be afraid of God? He is the perfect, forgiving Lord of us all. So why fear him? Guilt and sin. They had both, thus why they were running from the Lord in terror. - I don't think that religious people are "weak minded" or not independent. We lay our life in God's hands because he is perfect; we are not, as stupid humans. We put our trust in him because he knows what to do, we don't. Transtic says it all the time: humans are STUPID! And that is exactly why we must give our lives to God: he will help us to become better. That's not being weak-minded at all. Those who [i]are[/i] weak-minded are those with the "blind faith" you talk about. They only go to Church to feel better about themselves. They are the weak-minded ones, not the ones who truly have faith in God. - James said earlier that he thought religion would die out as society got smarter (which is somewhat offensive -_-). But that's not the case; it hasn't really died out at all. People were always disbelieving Jesus even when he was on Earth. They crucified him! The population, since then, has vastly grown, so the Christians are more strewn about. However, chances are pretty good, I'd say, that they're about the same percentage of the population they used to be. And besides, ask Transtic what he thinks about society. We're just getting [i]dumber[/i], aren't we? Then why aren't there more Christians, if we're just getting so dumb? That should give this topic a little kick start. [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]There are a few things here. One of them is your last statement. There are actually [i]less[/i] religious people as time goes on. The Christian church itself has been desperately trying to recruit more people over the past few years. I also think that while religious people are often unfairly discriminated against, people who are non religious like myself also suffer a kind of social stigma. In particular, there is constantly this idea that non religious people "lack morals" or are "sinners". This idea couldn't be further from the truth. I have a very good base of morals...and I'm sure that my values and deeds go much further than some people who might be religious. There is also an issue of religion that I take issue with in particular. And this is the idea of "having all sins forgiven" and doing good on earth...in order to make it to heaven. This entire system is actually a way of shifting blame. "If you confess your sins, you're instantly forgiven". Um sorry...but that doesn't gel with me. In addition, christianity in particular (this is the example I'm using) holds the idea of heaven above its followers like a bone to a dog...it's a way of controlling the population's behavior. "Do good in life, try not to sin...and confess those sins you have made and you will make it to heaven". And of course..."Doing a good deed for people will make God happy" etc etc. The only thing I question about this system is the person's motivation for actually following the ten commandments and essentially leading a "good life". Are people doing it because they want to get to heaven? Because they want some kind of reward after life? Or are people doing it because they genuinely want to be a good person? And because they want to do the right thing? It's an interesting point. I do good things in my life, not for some god, but for myself and the people around me. I have no desire to "sin" or behave badly, so therefore my behavior isn't modeled on the threat of God's vengeance, moreover, it is modeled on my desire to make the people around me happy...and to give more quality to my own life. Phew. :) I didn't address most of the points of your post, Zanza, because I will leave that to someone else. I just felt that the issue I raised here was worth mentioning...it's one of my many areas of religion that both irritates me and stinks of hypocracy.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Cera [/i] [B]Funny, because I keep hearing about this strange 'Missing Link." Or perhaps that's just me, huh? I mean, people--scientists who should KNOW better, no less--have 'faked' dicoveries of said missing link...piecing together skeletons of humans and apes, and claiming them as authentic. Does anyone other than myself find that slightly questionable science? [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Well of course, those people are in the minority. As with anything in life, you are going to get people who try and cheat. However, most scientists do not behave in this way. In reference to your statement about the "missing link", you have to understand that nothing is perfect -- there is still admittedly a lot that mankind doesn't know. However, I personally would rather say "I don't know yet, but I will endeavour to find out in the future" rather than simply use a blanket statement such as "it's like that because God put it there". So I totally see your point here, and yes, there are people who do the wrong thing...but that occurs with anything. For the most part, that kind of thing doesn't happen (and if it does, it's often proven wrong).[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Cera [/i] [B]I actually have nothing against evolution...in that I believe in 'Continuing Evolution' not, 'Original Evolution.' To me, the belief that all life originated from single-celled organisms in some primordial swamp is difficult to swallow. Or maybe I'm just a little too proud to believe that I am descended from "lower lifeforms." Animals--people, too---adapt to live in their habitat. If that environment should change, they need to change as well, or die out. In different enivironments, they adapt in different ways. Continuing evolution. The Bible says that each organism produces more "after its kind." I know that there has been breeding done with animals of different species, and that certain flowers and plants are the result of grafting, etc., but in the 'wild' that just doesn't happen. At least, that I am aware of. On another note, I don't see how evolution is really supposed to work. Over millions, or billions, or trillions of years, the "simple cell" [There is no such thing as a 'simple cell'. The cell is one of the most complex, amazing, perfectly designed organisms there is....] aquired characteristics that allowed it to better survive....but aquired characteristics cannot be passed on to future generations. When you breed for a certain trait, you aretrying to "bring to light" genes tht already exist in that genetic code. That, i understand. But the theory of how that might have happened in original evolution confuses me. If anyone could shed a little light on that situation, I'd appreciate it. [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]There are many elements of evolution that we [i]know[/i] to be fact. The idea that mankind descended from apes (rather than Adam & Eve) has been proven beyond any reasonable doubt. In terms of the specfic theories behind the process of evolution...well...that is obviously debatable. The only things which aren't debatable are the larger, fundamental facts of evolution that we know of. Specifics will no doubt continually be argued and more will most likely be known in the future as more research is done on the topic.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Seifer [/i] [B]Im not talking about just people who own a guitar or something I mean that you play it regularly and make your own music. Basicaly a real musician. I play alot of the Electric Guitar but I am moving towards the acoustic now. I dont really make music or anything on my guitar I just play with it some but I do do alot of stuff on my keyboard. I have a really nice casio. If everything goes good I should be able to have some of my songs for you all to sample soon. That is if anyone cares. [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]I used to make electronic music on my computer. My friend is a DJ, and so I had access to some really awesome industrial equipment. I made my first track a long time ago...but I've lost it, I didn't save it anywhere...and subsequently, my computer had to be formatted due to a virus. So I've lost it :( It was pretty good though...[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by MysticGohan [/i] [B] Little kids boards... it's just that this place is a little kids board. Most of the ages here are 16 and down. There aren't that many kids above 17+ here. I've started to notice that I don't come here because of most of the young bloods here. Eh, it's crazy how this board went down soo fast. I used to like it,but now, it's gone crazy. Ah well, hopefully I won't come here anymore.:) [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]You realize of course that the only way to increase the "maturity" of the site is to stick around and make it mature yourself...by participating. The more older people who participate, the more will continue to do so. So go if you want...just don't get your "revenge" and spam like so many others have lol.[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by BabyGirl [/i] [B] [color=deeppink]My thoughts exactly :D[/color] [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Hmm...there's two votes right there lol. I'll see. :)[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Ice Dragon v2 [/i] [B]well someone can always tape the wedding n send it to james [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]That's an excellent idea! Send me a tape when it's over, Seph? :)[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Sephiroth [/i] [B]a second god sounds appropriate, although I will be back on as normal sometime next week, but if you wish to add another god on the boards then you should do so.... [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Yeah...being a God is a big responsibility. I can't think of anyone off the top of my head who would be really good for the job. Oh well. It's a shame I can't get to your wedding :([/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Sephiroth [/i] [B]I guess some of you have probably noticed that I have not been on these last 4/5 days, well I have been very busy as of late and my time on the internet has been somewhat restricted, but you should know why I have been away, what with my girlfriend being pregnant and all, and here is some shocking news, I proposed to her, yes you heard right, your "almighty god" is getting married, a January 15th 2002 date is pencilled for the wedding, a lot of work to be doing, so little time, my time on the boards could be very restricted but I will still be on, in fact sometime next week I should be on like I have usually been on, but obviously as the time passes closer to Jan 15 my time on the boards will be less and less, and at around Jan 25 I should be back on as usual, I hope this hasen't upsetted anyone but I just thought I would let you guys know.... [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]Congratulations Seph :) That's great news... Hmm...perhaps we'll need a second God to help around here, huh? :)[/color]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by zanza [/i] [B] Yes, your comments do. No one elses. Transtic and I have debated religion many times in the past and never have I considered him egotistical. But to me, you come off as arrogant. Deal with it. [/B][/QUOTE] [color=darkblue]I'm sorry if my comments make you feel that way, but I guess there isn't much I can do. I'm not arrogant though, that's something I take issue with. But it's my opinion you should "deal with" and get over. In any case, I think that this has come far enough. Let's stick to debating the topic, I don't want to clutter up this thread with irrelevant posts.[/color]