The OtakuBoards Nifty Fifty of 2007 (Final)

[Horendithas]

[INDENT][SIZE="1"][COLOR="Indigo"]Welcome to the Nifty Fifty of 2007. The final cut as it were. Special thanks to everyone involved, from those of you who took the time to nominate, to the committee who helped make the choices and most especially to [B]SunfallE[/B], [B]Aaryanna[/B] and [B]Rachmaninoff[/B] for helping me with the graphics for the results. [/COLOR][/SIZE][/INDENT]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Neuvoxraiha.jpg[/img] [b]Neuvoxraiha[/b] "Raiha has been around [I]forever,[/I] but that doesn’t make her nifty. Nope what makes her nifty, what makes her a BAMF, is that she has always used this site to entertain herself. She more or less does what she wants and her no nonsense, slightly perverted attitude makes her one of the most original members that still frequent this joint."[/center] [right][i]- Heaven‘s Cloud[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Charles.jpg[/img] [b]Charles[/b] "Earlier this year, there seemed to be a lot of people who wanted OB to change for the better, but their ideals were all different. In contrast to a member like Mitch who only made things worse and was horribly misguided, Charles found interesting, fun, and intelligent ways to make OB life more exciting. His collaborative RP with Shy which covered all of OB as use for it, while controversial at times, created great fun, and Charles was adamant in doing as many cool things as possible to breathe life into OB in 07."[/center] [right][i]- 2008DigitalBoy[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Utah.jpg[/img] [b]Utah[/b] "In addition to being the 45th state of the union, the Beehive State is home to several of the year's most noteworthy members. Sunfall, indifference, Rachmaninoff, Aaryanna and Mom have time and again proven their value to the community with their positive attitudes, keen intellects and strong writing ability. Their posts provide much needed stability to a community that is constantly rocked by drama of all sorts."[/center] [right][i]- Shy[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Naps.jpg[/img] [b]Naps the Cat and Ultra-Fun[/b] "Originally created as a joke, Naps the Cat went on to become a martyr. His banning, the result of a language barrier, proved incredibly controversial and led to several radical changes to the site's rules. Following Naps' banning James posted a site-wide announcement reminding the community that it was okay for them to enjoy themselves on OB. Fun may be dead, but Ultra-Fun will live on forever."[/center] [right][i]- Shy[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Hentai.jpg[/img] [b]Hentai and Bigger Stuff![/b] "Easily the most controversial thread of the year (and the largest Suggestions thread of all time,) Raiha created a heated debate about the merits of hentai and larger signatures. Almost immediately the thread caught fire, and soon the entire site was arguing about the subject. Other stes would have closed the topic immediately, but OB's willingness to entertain these kinds of suggestions is what makes it great."[/center] [right][i]- Shy[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Adam.jpg[/img] [b]Adam[/b] "Why not? Without him, no Otakuboards, no TheOtaku, no MyOtaku--nor even the FUNDS to keep the forums and the sites going. He is one of the most devoted web developers I have ever seen."[/center] [right][i]- Japan_86[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Nominating.jpg[/img] [b]Nominating yourself to be nifty.[/b] "You rock. You know you rock. When you look in the mirror, your reflection speaks in a sultry tone "hello there, sexy beast". Members of the opposite sex usually give you lustful winks. Your comrades online and in real life are always slapping their knees at your humor. Cute, defenseless children come to you for advice on how to escape the rigors of life. Yes, overall you are a super sexy, wise, charming, and valuable member of society. Your time on OtakuBoards has been full of adventures, schemes, mischief, and overall awesomeness that can only be described in multi volume novels. You are very certain that other people are aware of how important you are to them, yet a small part of you wants to make sure that you are properly recognized for how superb you really are. With that in mind, you take the time to write about yourself and, surprisingly, your review of yourself is a glowing account of a sexy, wise, and important person - you! Give yourself a pat on the back, you are definitely nifty to such a degree that it cannot be left to anyone else to say it."[/center] [right][i]- DeathKnight[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/DeathKnight.jpg[/img] [b]DeathKnight[/b] "Because he‘s a fluffy Owl."[/center] [right][i]- Aaryanna[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/dbprem.jpg[/img] [b]2008DigitalBoy & Premonition[/b] "They’re like the yin and yang of self obsession and attention seeking members at OB. And yet together they are so ridiculous at times that you can’t help but laugh at them. They bring a lot of needed hilarity to the boards in the form of the Rat Boy along with his faithful follower."[/center] [right][i]- indifference[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/OtakuTimes.jpg[/img] [b]The Otaku Times[/b] "It’s an excellently put together paper for the boards, tackling each section as well as being open to all members for contributions."[/center] [right][i]- Rachmaninoff[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Survivor.jpg[/img] [b]OtakuBoards Survivor 4[/b] "Because it’s one of the more unique rpg’s to come to OB. Instead of relying on standard role-playing it used a combination of team projects, debates and even artistic assignments to bring everyone together for a battle to be the final survivor."[/center] [right][i]- Rachmaninoff[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Achange.jpg[/img] [b]A Change If You Will[/b] "Why was it nifty? It's an elegant (if unwitting) demonstration of the fact that some things never change."[/center] [right][i]- Dagger[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Aaryanna.jpg[/img] [b]Aaryanna[/b] "Why is she Nifty ? Another annual nomination from me and the reasons have yet to change, Aaryanna is simply an all-round great person. She's polite, calm and affable and one hell of a writer. As a fellow dog lover, she's awesome for that alone."[/center] [right][i]- Gavin[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/AaryannaMom.jpg[/img] [b]Aaryanna_Mom[/b] "Why is she Nifty ? Because she can put Sandy back in his place in about twenty words. ^_~ I'm just kidding Sandy. No, Mom is an awesome member because as OB's voice of reason and fairness, she's not afraid to tell people off when they've been jerks and she's definitely helped to make us all a little more grown up."[/center] [right][i]- Gavin[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/OBWriters.jpg[/img] [b]OB‘s Writers[/b] "Why are we Nifty ? Because we create worlds with words for people to lose themselves in and have fun. From role-playing, to poetry, to anthology stories, we allow people to be themselves and yet be someone completely different. We allow people to get to know one another better, and with the like of The Almagest Legacy, let people experience life as a family with their friends who live far away."[/center] [right][i]- Gavin[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Shy.jpg[/img] [b]Josh [Shy][/b] "*Whacks* I refuse to even explain this one. He’s Josh, enough said."[/center] [right][i]- Gavin[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Celebration.jpg[/img] [b]The Otakuboards Celebration: Part 1[/b] "Inspired by the interesting return of Rick Hunter and the surrounding Otakupedia fiasco, and continued for no reason whatsoever besides merriment and pie, it was simply a fun read."[/center] [right][i]- Allamorph[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/rpgfinish.jpg[/img] [b]RPG‘s that finish[/b] "Because it seems like there are so few of them so it’s fun to see it when they happen. From the death card series to the first Silver One, Survivor 4 and even short events like the Stones of Power - Dirge spar. It’s definitely nifty to see people work together to weave the various stories in the Theater, taking them to their conclusion."[/center] [right][i]- Aaryanna_Mom[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Allamorph.jpg[/img] [b]Allamorph[/b] "He's funny, intelligent, smart and a good friend. He helped me a bit earlier this year, and for that I thank him. Cheers Allamorph, keep up the good work."[/center] [right][i]- Premonition[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/niftyfifty.jpg[/img] [b]The Nifty Fifty[/b] "Why is it Nifty? Because it is so vastly superior to the old Otaku Awards. Unfortunately, some OBers were just a trifle insecure and, during the old days of the Otaku Awards, my PM box would get flooded with messages that were more or less veiled solicitations for voting nominations. It was kind of a drag. The Nifty Fifty eliminated all of that and also allows us to vote for stuff, which is pretty rad."[/center] [right][i]- Heaven‘s Cloud[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Desbreko.jpg[/img] [b]Desbreko[/b] "Why is he nifty? He has a fan club. If I didn’t mention him he, along with every member of his fan club, would have the right to kick me square in the nads for being a dishonest, unobservant moron."[/center] [right][i]- Heaven‘s Cloud[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/OBstar.jpg[/img] [b]Guide to Becoming an Internet Superstar at OtakuBoards - An Essay[/b] "Why was it Nifty? This thread was kind of like an anti-Nifty Fifty in the sense that it glorified a lot of OB cliches that have always plagued the site (and always will plague the site.) Even if they're terribly annoying, it's nice to have a comprehensive list of these archtypes for future generations to exploit. Plus, Dead's tongue-in-cheek humor is always worth a nod."[/center] [right][i]- Shy[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Nerdsy.jpg[/img] [b]Nerdsy[/b] "Why was it Nifty? Otaku Historian Nerdsy has brought smiles to children of all ages. He's kind of like an evolved version of Digitalboy, because he posts constantly but doesn't annoy anyone."[/center] [right][i]- Shy[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Deathcard.jpg[/img] [b]Death Card Series[/b] "Because the death card series defines every aspect of niftiness. So far, it has accompanied four installments to the series and has played host to a variety of elements that OB RPGs had not seen previously. Not to mention, it's brought some notoriety to newer members with their participation. And it was cool enough to receive the name "The Death Card Series".”[/center] [right][i]- Darren[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/graphicworm.jpg[/img] [b]The Graphic Worm[/b] "Why is it NIFTY? The Graphic Worm is an art project started by former Art Studio Moderator [b]Retribution.[/b] He brought this idea to OtakuBoards and instantly it became a favoured project among graphic artists. The concept of this project was to juxtapose images so they appeared to be one piece. It brought many talented graphic artists to the table and some new; each bringing his own talents. This idea easily traveled into 2007 and now resides in 2008. More than likely, it’ll continue on into 2009.”[/center] [right][i]- Revelation[/i][/right]

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Due to restrictions on the number of pictures allowed in each post, this will be spread across two posts.[/INDENT][/SIZE][/COLOR]

[Horendithas]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Retired.jpg[/img] [b]Retired Staff Members[/b] "Why are they NIFTY? They?ve warned and cleaned; they?ve scanned and moderated. These members dedicated their free time to help enforce OB?s rules and to help lost members understand what was going on. Arcadia, DeathKnight, Peanut, and so on and so forth each gave what they could before taking their leave for whatever reason. These members, though retired, were given great power, not because of their status or their relationships with other staff members; they were given their ranks because of what they did in the OB.?[/center] [right][i]- Revelation[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/FQFG.jpg[/img] [b]Final Quest for Glory 2![/b] "Because it is an RPG that encouraged it's members to take the game into the forum at large. Wether you were a terrorist or an agent out to stop them, you were at home as much in the game thread as you were taking it to the Caption Contest. It was the first RPG to be run after the Naps the Cat saga, which had a definite influence on the game, it was the game that took the concept of Ultra-Fun to new levels and gave rise to the return of the !Padded Room Paryi But what really made the game was the innocent OB members who were ignorant of the game and were bemused by the impact of it on the forum at large. Case in point; the "Hentai and Bigger Stuff!" thread.?[/center] [right][i]- Jeremiah[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Rach.jpg[/img] [b]Rachmaninoff[/b] "Why is he nifty? Because he sets a good example in so many ways, from having good points in his arguments, to treating new members with respect when they have repetitive questions, to starting threads and being active in so many areas of the boards. Ever since he joined, he's been an exceptional member in all that he does, making him more than nifty in my opinion.?[/center] [right][i]- Aaryanna_Mom[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/mainstream.jpg[/img] [b]The ?Mainstream vs. Individualism? thread[/b] "Why is it nifty? Besides being one of my creations, it's probably one of the most argued about threads in my recent memory, and the simple fact that people showed how one sided they could be on an argument. None of this "well as long as it doesn't hurt me, I don't care." sort of things, just plain out debate over a really vague and convoluted issue. Nevertheless, it was a brilliant discussion and provided fodder for my awesome signature (THANKS INDIFFERENCE). Plus I haven't been quoted so many times in one thread in my entire life. I felt the indignance and the love in that one. They both made me all tingly inside.?[/center] [right][i]- Korey[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/dkarguers.jpg[/img] [b]Deathknight?s Hierarchy of Arguers[/b] "Because it pokes fun at discussions here at OtakuBoards and gives a humorous look at how people often fall into those discussions and their designated place at OtakuBoards, including the infamous Rat Boy aka 2008DigitalBoy.?[/center] [right][i]- Aaryanna[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Sandy.jpg[/img] [b]Sandy[/b] "Because he walks the line of being fun to rpg with and yet having you wanting to reach through the screen and slap him silly so well. And because in the end, when it comes down to it, he doesn't give up and that is definitely nifty.?[/center] [right][i]- Aaryanna[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Ragnarok.jpg[/img] [b]The Ragnarok[/b] "Never has an rpg been such a complete and total roller coaster ride between fun and annoying. Not only was it unique for putting a new spin on the death card series here at OtakuBoards, it is the [I]only[/I] rpg that has simultaneously been entertaining as well as equally frustrating. To the point that if I had a death card I would have killed my own character just to escape!?[/center] [right][i]- SunfallE[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/upgrade.jpg[/img] [b]The OB version upgrade[/b] "For all the new shiny features that make posting as well as moderation so much easier. It felt like we went from the dark ages into the future when we gained the ability to turn off the automatic pop up asking if one wanted to request a pm receipt. It's likely that the removal of that annoying function saved OB from destruction at the hands of it's members.?[/center] [right][i]- SunfallE[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Newbies.jpg[/img] [b]Newbies[/b] "Because without them OB would have died and faded to ashes long ago. They are the very life blood of OB. From those silly spammers who give the moderators work to do, to those who continue on and become quality contributors to the site. We?d be lost without you.?[/center] [right][i]- indifference[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/pleasure.jpg[/img] [b]Views on self pleasure[/b] "Because it was one of the weirdest threads posted last year. That and watching teenage boys talking about masturbation was funnier than hell.?[/center] [right][i]- indifference[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/MrMaul.jpg[/img] [b]Mr. Maul[/b] "My God, what ISN?T nifty about him? Six years of OB loyalty plus the humorous posts that make my heart smile are just a few of the ?nifty? qualities he has. Not to mention his incredible Event Master Audition & Take on Censorship. Plus, I met him, & we got in a car accident. All in all, Mr. Maul is just nifty, & he has great taste in music!?[/center] [right][i]- taperson[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/reading.jpg[/img] [b]What are You Watching/Reading Now?[/b] "Why was it nifty? This is a handy thread for quick comments about anime/manga that people are currently watching and reading. Posts are usually short and sweet and provide people with impressions of the animes/mangas without them having to wade through a full blown discussion of the series. It's probably the best thread currently on OB for finding both new and old series that you might enjoy.?[/center] [right][i]- Desbreko[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/BKstyles.jpg[/img] [b]BKstyles[/b] "Very few people make me smile and laugh as much as Bkstyles does. He?s a great debater as well as an excellent rpger, but the real thing that makes him nifty is how down to earth and fun he is to talk to.?[/center] [right][i]- SunfallE[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/indifference.jpg[/img] [b]indifference[/b] "Why is she Nifty ? Because despite what her username seems to imply, she's one of the most friendly and kind people on the site. The more I get to know her, the more glad I am that I did get to know her in the first place. Crys is also an awesome writer, despite never admitting it.?[/center] [right][i]- Gavin[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/obArtists.jpg[/img] [b]OB?s Artists[/b] "Why are they Nifty ? Because I'm a writer, I work with words to try and create a believable and enjoyable work for people to appreciate. When I write a character, I have to try and express my vision for that person's appearance and mannerisms in words alone. An artist can do this much more successfully and completely than I can, and OB's has some awesome artists.?[/center] [right][i]- Gavin[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Indigo.jpg[/img] [b]Indigo[/b] "Why was it nifty? Salvation for people (like me) who hate it when there's any possibility of color-clashing between their avatars and the site skin. I'm fond of Liquid & Geisha, but it's great having a neutral alternative to all that turquoise and purple.?[/center] [right][i]- Dagger[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Jake.jpg[/img] [b]Jake[/b] "Besides the fact that he posted the only farewell thread I've ever seen go unmolested by the Staff, he was also Otaku's own heavy metal guru. And, in spite of what some say, he did try to be patient with lesser minded individuals.?[/center] [right][i]- Kam[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Gavin.jpg[/img] [b]Gavin[/b] "Because he's Irish? Or is it because he's still one of the politest members around? Personally I think it's because he's a good rpger and often has good points to add to the various discussions around the boards.?[/center] [right][i]- Aaryanna[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Hopeless.jpg[/img] [b]HOPELESS[/b] "Not only is the story about Sandy being a psychotic killer, it was amazing to see only three members: Aaryanna, Darren and Anomaly, put together such a great story for the short play challenge in the rpg OtakuBoards Survivor 4. That and the brutal manner of my own death in the story still creeps me out to this day.?[/center] [right][i]- SunfallE[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/OBebay.jpg[/img] [b]OtakuBoards eBay[/b] "For being one of the silliest threads I've ever seen. I mean where else other than OtakuBoards could one blatantly steal aspects of a member's profile or name or even the very member themselves and turn around and sell them to someone else??[/center] [right][i]- SunfallE[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Lounge.jpg[/img] [b]The Otaku Lounge Description[/b] "Why was it nifty? This thread demonstrated that no matter how small or trivial something might seem, if there's enough member support for a change on OB and there's no good reason not to do it, it'll be implemented.?[/center] [right][i]- Desbreko[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Anomaly.jpg[/img] [b]Anomaly[/b] "She?s down to earth, funny, and a fun person to work with. From advice on how to write a rap song to working together on song lyrics and doing an rpg together with our other teammates for OtakuBoards Survivor 4... She?s one of the niftiest friends I?ve made this year.?[/center] [right][i]- Rachmaninoff[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/looklike.jpg[/img] [b]I Forgot What You People Look Like[/b] "Because you get to see how pretty everyone is! That and its fun to finally see the face behind the user name.?[/center] [right][i]- Aaryanna[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Fifty.jpg[/img] [b]The 50 Themes of Art Studio[/b] "Possibly one of the most all-inclusive events the Boards has ever seen. It didn?t matter what your talents were; if you had an ounce of visual creativity in you, you could join.?[/center] [right][i]- Allamorph[/i][/right]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/James.jpg[/img] [b]James[/b] "Why is he nifty? Cause James is one of the most active site directors ever. Not only does he work on the site and the otaku network, but he also takes time to be personal with his members and post on the issues within the subjects covered in the threads. James has my utmost respect on all fronts. He's just plain out nifty. Dude oozes nifty....lol?[/center] [right][i]- Korey[/i][/right]

[COLOR="Indigo"][SIZE="1"][INDENT]And there you have it. Be sure to look forward to next year?s Nifty Fifty and congratulations to all who were chosen.[/INDENT][/SIZE][/COLOR]

[Allamorph]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Allamorph.jpg[/img] [b]Allamorph[/b] "He's funny, intelligent, smart and a good friend. He helped me a bit earlier this year, and for that I thank him. Cheers Allamorph, keep up the good work."[/center] [right][i]- Premonition[/i][/right]

[FONT=Arial]What the ? hey!

[I]That box is supposed to be green!!

[SIZE="1"]*grumble grumble*[/SIZE][/I] :p[/FONT]

[Rachmaninoff]

[quote name='Allamorph'][FONT=Arial]What the ? hey!

[I]That box is supposed to be green!!

[SIZE="1"]*grumble grumble*[/SIZE][/I] :p[/FONT][/QUOTE]Oh the fun of print screen. :p

Anyway... even though it was kind of funny that Aaryanna was in there twice the first time around, I do have to admit I like the presentation with the graphics a lot better. And congratulations to those who were also chosen now that the outright duplicates are gone. I mean seriously, Shy not nifty? Impossible!

[Ellerby]

[FONT="Tahoma"][COLOR="DimGray"]Oh, I was under the impression that the last thread was the final list. :animeswea

Congrats again to all those chosen. And it was nice to see there actually are pretty graphics again (I was worried for a bit, you know) but it would have been nice to invite the entire art community on OB to help like last year. :([/COLOR][/FONT]

[Nerdsy]

[color=deeppink]Whoever made my image has earned my eternal admiration.[/color]

[Gavin]

[center][img]http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h167/Desbreko_Fanclub/NF08/Gavin.jpg[/img] [b]Gavin[/b] "Because he's Irish? Or is it because he's still one of the politest members around? Personally I think it's because he's a good rpger and often has good points to add to the various discussions around the boards.?[/center] [right][i]- Aaryanna[/i][/right]

[SIZE="1"]I will never get tired of seeing that picture Crys, awesome, awesome job. ^_^[/SIZE]

[Aaryanna_Mom]

[quote name='Rachmaninoff']Anyway... even though it was kind of funny that Aaryanna was in there twice the first time around, I do have to admit I like the presentation with the graphics a lot better. And congratulations to those who were also chosen now that the outright duplicates are gone. I mean seriously, Shy not nifty? Impossible![/QUOTE]I'm glad to see them with the fun graphics and presentation now. Just as I'm glad that the duplicates gone as well, but most importantly because you are correct. The idea that Shy is not nifty is just positively absurd! ;)

Congratulations everyone, and thank you again for considering me to be nifty. :catgirl:

[Shy]

[size=1]Yeah, that's what the Nifty Fifty is supposed to look like.

And Mr. Maul made it into the final list! All is well. Great job.

-Shy[/size]

[Desbreko]

[color=#4B0082]Mmm, pretty graphics. Great job on the new layout.

You know, it just struck me that my niftiness has progressed from, "He's nifty because he's such a great mod/admin," in past years, to, "You're practically inviting violence upon yourself if you can't even recognize how nifty he is." I kinda like it. :catgirl:[/color]

[Aaryanna]

[COLOR="goldenrod"][FONT="Comic Sans MS"]Yay! I love it! :catgirl: It really is that more nifty with the special graphics and all. It's just not the same without it. That and I agree, everyone knows that Shy is beyond nifty! Fun stuff! I can't wait until next year since I already know what to nominate, starting with a certain love shack deal. Hehehe![/FONT][/COLOR]

[Raiha]

[COLOR="DarkOrchid"][FONT="Times New Roman"]Farewell and Adieu to you Spanish Ladies....

But anyway, I like how I'm the Captain of the Screaming Mermaid, and my image has me looking like I'll happily riddle you full of holes just for giving me a wrong look. That and the multiple references to my callous sarcastic and awesome nature are properly illustrated by my signature.

Excellent choice doctor.[/FONT][/COLOR]

[SunfallE]

[COLOR="RoyalBlue"][FONT="Lucida Sans Unicode"]Congratulations everyone, this is definitely one of my favorite events here at OB. I always love seeing it go up. And Des... it's no surprise to me that your slant is going from one of you are nifty because [I]you're a cool administrator[/I] to one of [I]if they don't recognize you they risk being hurt[/I]. :p[/FONT][/COLOR]

[Gavin]

[quote name='SunfallE'][COLOR="RoyalBlue"][FONT="Lucida Sans Unicode"]And Des... it's no surprise to me that your slant is going from one of you are nifty because [I]you're a cool administrator[/I] to one of [I]if they don't recognize you they risk being hurt[/I]. :p[/FONT][/COLOR][/QUOTE]

[SIZE="1"]Not with his fanatical militants masquerading themselves as "The Desbreko Fanclub" it isn't Beth. :p[/SIZE]

[pooperson]

[quote name='Shy'][size=1]Yeah, that's what the Nifty Fifty is supposed to look like.

And Mr. Maul made it into the final list! All is well. Great job.

-Shy[/size][/QUOTE]
[COLOR="DeepSkyBlue"][SIZE="1"]
YAY!
:D
I'm happy now.[/SIZE][/COLOR]

[OMNOMNOMALY]

[FONT="Georgia"]haha aw!
and here I was just totally thrilled when I saw that Rach nominated me! xD
All the graphics look totally awesome, congrats to everyone, and thrillfactorx2 that Hopeless got on the list. I'll always be super proud of that story! Mercenaries for life, and all that jazz.[/FONT]

[Aberinkula]

[COLOR="1234"]Who the hell is Mr. Maul? :(

Anyways, I got nominated [I]and [/I]quoted this year! [I][B]Accomplishment[/B].[/I] Well, I guess I have to share it with DB >_>[/COLOR]

[Allamorph]

[quote name='Premonition][COLOR="1234"'] Well, I guess I have to share it with DB >_>[/COLOR][/quote]
[FONT=Arial]I wonder why.

:D[/FONT]

[Aberinkula]

[quote name='Allamorph'][FONT=Arial]I wonder why.

:D[/FONT][/QUOTE]
[COLOR="1234"]I know, me too!

I also forgot to thank everyone who nominated me and DB, he hasn't been on lately, so I'll thank everyone for him.[/COLOR]

[The Spectacular Professor]

[quote name='Premonition'][COLOR="1234"]I know, me too![/COLOR][/QUOTE]

It's because you're a fool, Magnius.

[/obscure video game reference]

[Riku]

[FONT="Tahoma"][SIZE="1"][COLOR="DarkSlateBlue"]Congrats to everyone who made it in the Fifty this year~!

...One would wonder how my life-long goal in being mentioned in the Nifty Fifty could ever happen.

[/insert slap here][/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT]