Thursday, December 10, 2009

Holiday...

Off to Thailand, Bangkok for holiday. Back on Tuesday. Ciao!

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

From : http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091118175048AAXIBe6

[Here you go, the Romaji and English lyrics for
"When the First Love Ends" by Miku Hastune!]


ROMAJI LYRICS:
Hajimete no KISS wa namida no aji ga shita
Maru de DRAMA mitai na koi
Mihakaratta you ni hassha no BELL ga natta

Tsumetai fuyu no kaze ga hoo wo kasumeru
Haita iki de ryoute wo kosutta
Machi wa ILLUMINATION mahou wo kaketa mitai
Hadaka no gairoju KIRA-KIRA
Doushite mo ie nakatta
Kono kimochi osaetsuketa
Mae kara kimete ta koto da kara.
Kore de ii no.
Furimuka nai kara...

Arigatou sayonara
Setsunai kata omoi
Ashi wo tome tara omoidashite shimau dakara
Arigatou sayonara
Naitari shinai kara
Sou omotta totan ni fuwari
Maiorite kuru yuki
Furetara tokete kieta

Eki e to tsuzuku oodoori
Yorisotteru futari tanoshi sou
"Hora mite hatsuyuki!"
Kimi to anna fuu ni nari takute
Hajimete tsukatta
Teami no MUFFLER
Doushitara watase tan darou
Ikuji nashi kowakatta dake
Omoide ni naru nara
Kono mama de kamawa naitte
Sore wa hontou nano?

Arigatou sayonara
Itsuka konna toki ga kite shimau koto
Wakatteta haze da wa
Nano ni
Arigatou sayonara
Karada ga furueteru
Mousugu reshha ga kuru noni

Sore wa ima ni natte
Watashi wo kurushimeru
Tsunagaritai
Dore hodo negatta darou
Kono te wa karappo
Nee, sayaonaratte kouiu koto

Ika naku cha
Sonna no wakatteru
Kimi ga yasashii koto mo shitteru dakara
"... Kono te wo hanashite yo"
Deaete yokatta
Kimi ga suki

Arigatou sayonara
Hitokoto ga ie nai
Ima dake de ii watashi ni yuuki wo ano ne...
Ii kaketa kuchibiru
Kimi to no kyori wa zero
... Ima dake wa naite ii yo ne
Mou kotoba wa iranai
Onegai gyutto shite ite

Rainen no imagoro ni wa
Donna watashi ga ite
Donna kimi ga iru no kana

ENGLISH LYRICS:
The first kiss tasted like tears.
It was like the love in dramas.
As if waiting for the right moment, the departure bell rang.

A winter wind brushes my cheek.
So I blew on my hands and rubbed them together.
The city is lighted by an illumination, as if magically casted.
And made the naked trees sparkle.

I just couldn’t say it.
My feelings I kept inside.
This is what I’ve decided to do.
It’s alright, I won’t look back so...

Thank you, goodbye.
A bittersweet unrequited love.
If I stopped moving now, I might think back to our past, so...
Thank you, goodbye.
I won’t cry at all.
The moment I thought that,
Softly, the snow began to fall, so flowingly.
When I touched it, it dissolved and disappeared.

As I continue to the station,
A couple close by appears happy.
“Hey, it’s the first snow of the season!”
I wanted to be like that with you.
I hoped it was not too late.
I had a hand muffler.
How could I give it to you?
I’m a coward, I’m too scared.
Is it okay to let go if it’d only be a memory?
I ask myself if it this was true.

Thank you, goodbye.
I knew that someday a time like this would come, yet...
Thank you, goodbye.
My body is trembling.
The train will come at any minute.
It’s troubling me now.
I want us together.
I want you so much.
My hand is empty.
But hey, this is what we call a goodbye, right?

I know I have to go.
I know that you are sweet too.
Please, let me go.
I am happy that we met.
I love you.

Thank you, goodbye.
I can’t say a single word.
Just for a moment, give me the courage to speak.
“Hey...”
The lips that we about to speak...
The distance to you became zero.
Can I cry, just for this moment?
There is no need for words, just keep holding me tightly.

By this time next year,
I wonder what I will be like...
What you will be like...

Credits to the poster.

Video :

Monday, November 30, 2009

Lots of things that I have'nt done :s

Alright, so I haven't been able to upload many many many many many many many things/posts that I said I would.

Haven't been updating my blog lately. Getting lazy these days.
Time flies when you're having fun I guess, thus the lack of time to update this rotting blog.

Nevertheless, perhaps I'll do a show review on my latest anime I've watched - K-ON!
( 2012 reviews are everywhere, so I don't think I have to do that )

Maybe I'll introduce a new game that I'm currently playing -- or maybe not.
Then again, December's coming. ( 17 minutes from this blog post )

Oh yes, there's a new album I'm in love with. It's CODE SPEED EXIT TRANCE.
Large album with many parts. Contains the remix of many songs.
I'll fill in the details in the next few blogpost.

Signing off - Gene.

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Going to Bangkok AND THEN Japan on Dec - what a busy month...

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Update 1 : DARKER THAN BLACK - 流星の双子 / Ryuusei no Gemin OP (Full Ver.)



Credits to the person who posted this and to those whom the person mentioned.

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Lyrics : http://sziur18.wordpress.com/2009/11/03/stereopony-tsukiakari-no-michishirube-lyrics-translation/

Song: TSUKIAKARI no MICHISHIRUBE
Artist: stereopony
Album: TSUKIAKARI no MICHISHIRUBE
Other: Opening Song for the anime DARKER THAN BLACK – Ryuusei no Gemini-


Kanji:

kotae no nai mainichi ga
tada sugite yuku jikan ga
kore kara saki dounaru no darou?
wakaranai…

yami yori mo fukai yoru no kodoku ni
moyowasareteta
dareka ni ima kidzuite hoshii…
koko kara nigedashitai kara

mado kara mieru asayake
heya ni narihibiku oto
ARA-MU ni okosarete
usugurai naka ietobidasu yo
KABAN no naka ni ha
nani mo kawaranai heibon tsumekonde
soshite itsumo no basho he

dareka ga itta kotoba ga
ki ni natte mayowasarete
arasoitaku nante nai kara
nani mo ienai
yume ya risou ha aru keredo
kimochi bakari saki ni itte
genjitsu ga zutto ushiro kara
BOKU wo miteru

nee dareka oshiete
minna sou nano kana?
kyou ga shiawase nara
sorede ii to omoerutte
osanai koro ni ha
tashika ni atta yo
yume wo oikaketeta
demo sore mo tooi kioku

kotae no nai mainichi ga
tada sugite yuku jikan ga
kore kara saki dou naru no darou?
wakaranai…
TSUKIAKARI no MICHISHIRUBE
kumo wo koe BOKU ni todoke
susumu beki michi wo terashite yo
kyou ga donna ni kowaresou demo

nani ga attemo
nani ga attemo
shinjitetai kara
ano hi no tooi kioku yobisamasu kara
wasurenaide ne mune ni kizamitsuke

kotae ha jibun no naka ni
kanarazu aru mono dakara
akiramenaide
tsuyoku ikiru koto wo yamenaide
kanashi sugite
mae ni susumenai toki demo
mukashi ni nayamiayunda bokura ni
kaze ha fuku
dokomade demo

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English :

These fruitless days and
this time that just passes by,
where will they lead me?
I don’t know…

Rather than the darkness, I was led astray
by the loneliness of the night.
Someone, please realize it…
I want to run away from this!

From the window, I can see the morning,
a sound rings in my room,
awoken by the alarm clock,
In my depression, I dash out from my home.
In my bag, there’s nothing
but the usual stuffed in there…
With that, I go to the usual place.

The words someone said
bother me a bit…they confuse me.
I don’t want to have any disputes,
so I don’t say anything at all.
I have my own dreams and ideals but,
by feelings rush in before I do.
Reality as always been staring at me
from behind.

Hey, someone tell me,
is everyone else like this?
If today I can be happy,
that’s is enough for me.
Back in my childhood,
I’m sure I had
a dream I chased after…
but that too is just a distant memory…

These fruitless days and
this time that just passes by,
where will they lead me?
I don’t know…
The Signs of the Moonlight
crosses over the clouds and reach me
and light the road I must take.
Today seem it’ll somehow break but…

no matter what happens,
no matter what happens,
I want to believe
because my memories of those days have awoken me.
I won’t forget them, I carve them in my heart.

The answer lies within us,
I’m sure it’s there that’s why
we will not give up.
We won’t stop living strongly
even in harsh times
where we can’t move forward.
To us who have worries,
the wind blows
through thick and thin.


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Author's comments : This song is my one of my current favorites. Darker Than Black theme songs ALWAYS seem to get the top 3 spots in my most favorite J-songs, simply because I like the anime, which gives the song "plus points" as well.

I would like to quote something from the anime which I think will stick by me for quite a while..

"...You were able to meet her in the end, wasn't that enough?"

"It's okay if people meet for just a moment, simply passing by one another..you might just pass by each another again somewhere "

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Yup, relates pretty well to the story which I will be posting pretty soon, so stay tuned. Hope you enjoyed the music video~!

Is it just me who is suffering here...? I wonder.


Still feeling bittersweet :/

Purple Mink Jacket...

An impression that I will never forget.

Major updates!

Alright my dear readers, I'm back from my overseas trip to Genting! I've been there gazillions of times but this is, most probably, the best trip there to date. Pictures will be uploaded later though, if I remember to upload them.

Alright, here's the lineup for my updates ( not to order ) :

1- Stereopony – Tsukiakari no Michishirube

( OP for DtB : Gemini of the Meteor, Ryuusei no Gemini )
This is the latest and newest song I'm into right now. Will post the YOUTUBE video of it along with translated and original lyrics.

2- My trip to Genting

3- Movie review : 2012

4- 'O' levels review for 2009

5- Holiday essay, Title : Distance.

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Stay tuned! I'll get these updates all ready before the coming Saturday.
Be dazzled by my wonderful (mis)adventures and...yeah.


Saturday, November 14, 2009

After the rain...

Alright, you'd be seeing this phrase almost everywhere on every 'O' level student's blog during this period - " THE 'O' LEVELS ARE FINALLY OVER! "

Yup, it's finally over and the reason I can celebrate is that no matter how much I count, it is IMPOSSIBLE for me to get over 20 points ( L1B4), and if I'm lucky I'll get less than 15(L1B4).

Oh well, I'm going off to Malaysia, Genting today. I'll be sure to ( try ) and take pictures.....if I bring along a camera or buy one on spot.

Nevertheless, this blog will be up and running again after I come back. Look forward to my wonderful misadventures where Murphy's law never fails to (further) screw up my life.

Oh well, we'll keep in touch in MSN while I'm at my destination.

P.S. - Nothing really much happened during the rest of my days, besides watching 2012 with the usual 5-1 boy's gang. I'll give my movie review on 2012 after I get back, maybe I'll watch a show when at my destination.

I.see.ya.soon.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

Singapore Toy, games and comic convention 2009

Went there on Saturday with Teng, Hua and his friend.

Pictures here ( mine too blur and low-quality sry )

http://www.playpark.net/forums/viewthread/16070/

http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=560735

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Enjoy ! ( Short post cuz I only have 15mins to use the comp )

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Hatsune Miku - Dear

Dear ( Fandub ) - Very nice song. 10/10



I had this song looped for 5 hours straight and never get tired of this :D
And believe it, I'm still listening to this song now.

Maybe the lyrics would help you guys understand why...

Inside my head I can hear your voice
Even now, my heart is fluttering
In my memories, you’re always there
Smiling softly

One day, we were going home together
Laughing as we held each other’s hands
I felt that it would go on forever
Your lasts words [Thank you for everything]
Continues to echo

I want to see you, the voice that’s no longer there
I keep on calling out your name
Such sorrow, such pain
The lonely night scares me
I look up to the sky
searching for you…

I’m still wearing the ring that you gave
This was the last ‘promise’ the two of us made
In the faraway world you are in now
Are you still wearing your ring?

Someday, I’ll send you the thoughts and feelings
That have always lain asleep deep in my heart
To wherever you’re watching over me from
This song, I sing for you…

I want to see you, the voice that’s no longer there
I keep on calling out your name
Such sorrow, such pain
The lonely night scares me
I look up on to the sky…

I’ll never ever forget
About how much I love you
No matter how much I change inside

In the end I was able to convey
These words I wanted to send you
I’ll love you, forever…

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So basically this song tells us that we should not forget the dead.
Just read the damn lyrics to get a bigger picture.
I really don't know how to type this down.

Sunday, August 2, 2009

7 Sins 7 Virtues

Wrath
Pride
Lust
Envy
Sloth
Gluttony
Greed

Chastity
Charity
Zeal
Humility
Generosity
Moderation
Patience


Xanxus = Wrath // Tsuna = Patience
Squalo = Pride // Yama = Humility
Bel = Sloth // Gokudera = Zeal
Levi = Envy // Lambo = Charity
Lussuria = Lust // Ryo = Chastity
Gola Mosca = Gluttony // Hibari = Moderation
Mammon = Greed // Mukuro/Chrome = Generosity
V...

Sky - Patience
Sun - Chastity
Rain - Wrath
Mist - Charity
Cloud - Pride
Lightning - Humility
Storm - Sloth

M...

Sky - Envy
Sun - Zeal
Rain - Lust
Mist - Gluttony
Cloud - Generosity
Lightning - Moderation
Storm - Greed

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Midnight Sons - If only tears could bring you back to me.

If my tears could bring you back to me...

Old song.

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How will I start
Tomorrow without you here
Who's heart will guide me
When all the answers disappear

Is it too late
Are you too far gone to stay
This one's forever
Should never have to go away

What will I do
You know I'm only half without you
How will I make it through

If only tears could bring you back to me
If only love could find a way
What I would do, what I would give
If you returned to me someday
Somehow, someway
If my tears could bring you back to me

I'd cry you an ocean
If you'd sail on home again
Wings of emotion
Will carry you, I know they can

Just light will guide you
And your heart will chart the course
Soon you'll be drifting
Into the arms of your true north

Look in my eyes
And you will see a million tears have gone by
And still they're not dry

If only tears could bring you back to me
If only love could find a way
What I would do, what I would give
If you returned to me someday
Somehow, someway
If my tears could bring you back to me

I hold you close
And shout the words I only whispered before
For one more chance, for one last dance
There's nothing that I would not give and more

If only tears could bring you back to me
If only love could find a way
What I would do, what I would give
If you returned to me someday
Somehow, someway
If my tears could bring you back to me




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* When my actions are unable to be fully carried out, I can only rely on words to carry my message *

YES AHAHAHA.
I close the curtains now that my ploy worked.
I throw my mask and end my facade.

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Right, now I need SOMEBODY to tell him that I posted this.

btw, Get well soon, Daniel.

Monday, July 27, 2009

VERY LONG ESSAY ( May take a few days for completion )


Being taken for granted can be a compliment. It means that you've become a comfortable, trusted element in another person's life.

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I'll leave you to find out the topic for the upcoming essay. Go figure.

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Chastity - Purity - Lust

Abstaining from sexual conduct according to one's state in life. Courage and boldness. Embracing of moral wholesomeness and achieving purity of thought through education and betterment.

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Temperance - Self Control - Gluttony

Constant mindfulness of others and one's surroundings; practicing self-control, abstention, and moderation.

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Charity - Generosity - Greed

Willingness to give. A nobility of thought or actions.

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Diligence - Persistence, Effort - Sloth

A zealous and careful nature in one's actions and work. Decisive work ethic. Budgeting one's time; monitoring one's own activities to guard against laziness.(The Vice "Acedia" is more commonly known as "Sloth")

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Patience - Peace - Wrath

Forbearance and endurance through moderation. Resolving conflicts peacefully, as opposed to resorting to violence. The ability to forgive; to show mercy to sinners.

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Kindness - Satisfaction - Envy

Charity, compassion, friendship and empathy without prejudice and for its own sake.

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Humility - Modesty - Pride

Modest behavior, selflessness, and the giving of respect. Giving credit where credit is due; not unfairly glorifying one's own self.


THE EIGHT VIRTUE...


Justice - Fairness - Corruption

Honesty, and the giving of righteousness. Being fair or telling the truth. Doing what is right and not what is wrong. It is the light of truth that conquers the dark of the wrong.

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Lust - Chastity Asmodeus

Gluttony - Temperance Beezelbub

Greed - Charity Mammon

Sloth - Diligence Belphagor

Wrath - Patience Satan/Amon

Envy - Kindness Leviathan

Pride - Humility LUCIFER


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Gene.












Saturday, July 25, 2009

Game review : Monster Hunter 2g/United

This post is dedicated to Daniel, who taught me that I don't have to be the king to rule the world.

My rating : 8.5/10

Story :

Monster Hunter places the player in the role of an up-and-coming hunter who must accomplish various quests to achieve glory. Armors, weapons, and other items are created from the remains of slain monsters by carving off their horns, scales and bones. Monster Hunter plays in a similar fashion to Phantasy Star Online allowing the player to team up with up to three other hunters online to take down stronger monsters.


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Review :

Alright, this game contributes to one of the reasons why you should get a PSP. If you're looking for a game that'll REALLY stay in your PSP, this is the game for you. Chances are you won't be clearing the game pretty soon. ( no cheating ! tsk tsk, downloading savedata spoils the fun ) It took me MONTHS to clear the game.

If you're looking for a game to play while your teacher isn't looking, then this IS NOT THE GAME FOR YOU. This game requires pure concentration - lose it and you'll die in the game.

The game system is pretty..well, limited. You go on quests, kill monsters, get their loot and craft weapons and the cycle repeats. 90% of the time in game you'll be just finding items to upgrade your weapons/armors ( that includes questing, mining, farming, training school, etc ) and the other 10% you'll be either in the kitchen thinking of what to eat or combining items.

As for majority of the game, you'll be partaking in quests. There are various kinds of quests - namely Slaying bosses, gathering quests and slaying minions. For most of the slaying bosses and minions quest, you get 45 minutes. When you start out ( 1 or 2 stars ), 45mins seems to be alot of time when you can actually complete it within 5mins but when you advance ( 5 or 6 stars ), that 45mins WILL NOT BE ENOUGH ( unless you hunt as a team ).

Now, moving on, after completing quests, you get the monster's loots and items. You NEED them in order to make stronger weapons and armors. Now when I wrote that I needed MONTHS to clear the game, I certainly was not kidding. In order to count completion, apart from clearing ALL quests, you'll need to craft ALL weapons and upgrade your farm to the max. With +- 6/7 weapon elements and armors to choose from and weapons ranging from Great sword to Heavy Bowguns ( pardon me for my poor memory or my laziness to check rather ) which totals to 11 different kinds of weapon to choose from.

Great swords, Long swords, Sword and shields, Dual swords ( I like this best ), Lance, Gunlance, Hammer, Hunting Horn, Bow, Heavy bowgun and Light bowgun.

Other than that, anything I missed out are just the bits and pisces of the game I never really bothered to find ( like fishing, mining, upgrading your farm etc. )

Up till this part of the review, I'd give it a 6/10. What boosts it to 8.5/10 would be...

WiFi playing.

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WiFi playing with friends really took the game to a whole new level. You do the same shit - killing monsters, gathering items but now, WITH FRIENDS ( or enemies ) !

The maximum amount of friends who can play with you would be 4. Imagine that - the monster would be trapped in a deadlock. Then again, I'm sure that the monster does improve it's abilities when there are more people ( x4 the health, maybe? )

Once you and your friend try out the WiFi and quest together, you'll always keep asking for more. With around 50+ ( more or less ) dragons/wyverns and other shits to kill, you'll never find yourself bored with this game.

Afterall...this IS the most popular game for PSP.


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Signing off , gene.


Thursday, July 23, 2009

Volume 7 - Sneak peak !

I don't usually post my novel online but it's SPECIAL for this chapter only.

Chapter 63 - The change of hearts.

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He continued on the blood-stained path. The Battle Of 7 was drawing closer. Agony and misery is what he do not need. With his remaining band, he continued to lead...time was limited though. He held on to his hope...he held no grudge towards the few who turned tail...as they are...his Guardians...

Lithium ( following the code names, to protect identity ) knew he could not last long. Just one week back, Lead and Sulfur seemed to be one of the trusted in his band...and just overnight, Lead stabbed Lithium and ran off from the band, planning his next move.

Lithium understood that however much Lead hated him due to THAT incident, he could not bring himself to hate him.

As for the others, Lithium knew that his leadership skills was deteriorating. Sulfur took up the fight for leadership and when refused, he left with Lead. It is unknown about where they are now...except for the fact that Lithium knew this would not be the end.

Seeing his wound, Lithium wonders if the others would follow suit against him...

After all, the Festival will be held a few days from now and Lithium knew that only hostility and tension will rise between them. Sulfur may not be pleased to see Lithium there...

As the sun rose, Lithium continued the path...alone. Taking any more damage and seeing this tearing his band apart would lead to Lithium's end.

What he needs now is not this misery...as the Battle Of 7 draws near.

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Death Note

Ah, who could forget one of the greatest movie ( or manga ) ever made.

I found my Death Note while cleaning up my room today ! ( I know ! It has been like EONS since I tidied my room )

Flipping through the pages of my Death Note, one thing came to my mind...

Why are they not dead yet? :O

You never know~ your name...might just be in there.

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Then again, maybe that $10 investment phailed.

Sunday, July 12, 2009

THERE I AM ( Cosfest 09 )

http://sgcafe.com/showthread.php?t=63708

Im somewhere inside here and I must admit I look pretty retarded though...

IM GOING AS ZERO NEXT TIME !! RAWRS !! ( Picture 1 looks way better..forgot my frinch in Picture 2 )

Oscar winner BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM

DEPARTURES ( you can watch it at www.mysoju.com )

Daigo Kobayashi (Masahiro Motoki) is a devoted cellist in an orchestra that has just been dissolved and now finds him without a job. Daigo decides to move back to his old hometown with his wife to look for work and start over. He answers a classified ad entitled “Departures” thinking it is an advertisement for a travel agency only to discover that the job is actually for a “Nokanshi” or “encoffiner”, a funeral professional who prepares deceased bodies for burial and entry into the next life. While his wife and others despise the job, Daigo takes a certain pride in his work and begins to perfect the art of “Nokanshi,” acting as a gentle gatekeeper between life and death, between the departed and the family of the departed. The film follows his profound and sometimes comical journey with death as he uncovers the wonder, joy and meaning of life and living.

At first, Daigo’s wife and others refuse to accept Daigo’s disgusting profession. After they need an encoffinment service, they finally give their respect and understanding to Daigo. The job is so meaningful but not everybody have the will to do it. I do respect Daigo’s career as an encoffiner.

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Rating : 10/10


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If you had read my show reviews then you will like this show. This show portrays ( almost ) the same meaning as Shigeshoshi ( The Embalmer ) except that now we see the life of an Encoffiner but all in the same industry.

This show is very touching. Advisable to watch with your family or a girlfriend ( and watch as her tears drop ) XD.

Death is NOT a very simple topic to chat about and majority of us would prefer to shun the topic of Death itself.

This show captures the positive moments after death and...don't you want to see what happens when YOU die?

Very touching indeed with a fair share of comedy.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Panic! At The Disco - Lying Is The Most Fun A Girl Can Have Without Taking Her Clothes Off




Lyrics :

Is it still me that makes you sweat?
Am I who you think about in bed?
When the lights are dim and your hands are shaking as you're sliding off your dress?
Then think of what you did
And how I hope to God he was worth it.
When the lights are dim and your heart is racing as your fingers touch his skin.
I've got more wit, a better kiss, a hotter touch, a better fuck
Than any boy you'll ever meet, sweetie you had me
Girl I was it, look past the sweat, a better love deserving of
Exchanging body heat in the passenger seat?
No, no, no, you know it will always just be me

Let's get these teen hearts beating. Faster, faster
So testosterone boys and harlequin girls,
Will you dance to this beat, and hold a lover close?
So testosterone boys and harlequin girls,
Will you dance to this beat, and hold a lover close?

So I guess we're back to us, oh cameraman, swing the focus
In case I lost my train of thought, where was it that we last left off?
(Let's pick up, pick up)

Oh now I do recall, we were just getting to the part
Where the shock sets in, and the stomach acid finds a new way to make you get sick.
I hope you didn't expect that you'd get all of the attention.
Now let's not get selfish
Did you really think I’d let you kill this chorus?

Let's get these teen hearts beating. Faster, faster
So testosterone boys and harlequin girls,
Will you dance to this beat, and hold a lover close?
So testosterone boys and harlequin girls,
Will you dance to this beat, and hold a lover close?

Dance to this beat
Dance to this beat
Dance to this beat

Let's get these teen hearts beating. Faster, faster
Let's get these teen hearts beating. Faster

I've got more wit, a better kiss, a hotter touch, a better fuck
Than any boy you'll ever meet, sweetie you had me
Girl I was it, look past the sweat, a better love deserving of
Exchanging body heat in the passenger seat?
No, no, no, you know it will always just be me

Let's get these teen hearts beating. Faster, faster
So testosterone boys and harlequin girls,
Will you dance to this beat, and hold a lover close?
So testosterone boys and harlequin girls,
Will you dance to this beat, and hold a lover close?

So testosterone boys and harlequin girls
Dance to this beat
So testosterone boys and harlequin girls
Dance to this beat
And hold a lover close
Let's get these teen hearts beating. Faster, faster
Let's get these teen hearts beating. Faster

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From : http://www.plyrics.com/lyrics/panicatthedisco/lyingisthemostfunagirlcanhavewithouttakingherclothesoff.html

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" I've got more wit, a better kiss, a hotter touch, a better fuck
Than any boy you'll ever meet, sweetie you had me "

My ego has just risen OVER 9000 !

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Cosfest '09 Day 1


































































Enjoy.

Friday, July 10, 2009

Arashi - Ashita no Kioku



The Quiz Show Season 2 theme

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Ano hi kimi to mite ita
yuuyake eien ni shitakute
kioku no naka tewo nobashite
nanndomo fure youto suru keredo

onaji keshiki to kimochimo
nidoto towa tori morosenai kara
kagayaii tewa kako no yume wo
furi kaette shimanndaro

mattsara na mirai ni sae
kanashimi ga kobore dashite
kokoro wo niji maseru kara daremoga
tachi tomari miushi natte shimauyo

meguri muguru kisetse no
tochuu de nani irono
ashita wo egaki masuka
tsuyoku tsuyoku shinnji aeta nara
nani iro no mirai ga matte imasaka

taisetsu na omoide sae itsukawa iro awasete kurukara
gennjitsu kara me wo sorashite
yume to yu kotoba ni nigeta

kizutsuki kowareta ashita ga
suchi datta to shitemo
te wo furete wa naikara nanndomo hajime kara yari naoshite ikeba ii

meguri meguru jidai no tochuu de
nann nin wo suki ni
nareru no darou
fukaku fukaku sasae aeta nara kimi no nani ga deki runn no darou

kasane atta kokoro no oku ni
yorokobi to kanashimi nukumori to kurushimi
boku raga meguri ai wakachi atta hibi wa

tashikani kono muneni yaki tsuite iru kara
Ah Ah..

meguri muguru kisetse no
tochuu de nani irono
ashita wo egaki masuka
tsuyoku tsuyoku shinnji aeta nara
nani iro no mirai ga matte imasaka


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Translation :

The sunset we saw together
I wanted to make that sunset last forever

The same feelings i have
I will never be able to take it back
i keep on thinking about the past

The future makes me sad
I just loose myself standing there

As the seasons go by
i see tomorrow
As i strongly believe
If we met, what color future would we have?

When i remember important memories we had together
I keep running of to the dream

hurt, broken, As yesterday pass
I should have start over from the beginning

As years go by
i think im gonna be able to like someone again
Deeper, Deeper, As we support each other
what can i do for you?

the feelings for you that i kept on stacking
my heart has happiness, sadness, warmth and pain
the day we got together

i still have that feeling burned in my heart
Ah Ah...

As the seasons go by
I see tomorrow
As i strongly believe
If we met, what color future would we have?

Translation taken from :
ArashiForDreamz

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What am I doing :O

Off to COSFEST 2009 !

- signing off. I'll * try * to take plenty of pictures ! ( no quality guaranteed though, I suck at taking pictures )

Inspiration LOST.....?

That flickering light I once shielded with all my might...it vanished...?


Who knows?

Cosfest [ 11th July 09 ]

Being alone sure must be lonely...OR NOT...or so... !

I planned for this but it did not went the way I wanted.
My life is currently screwed and my brain is officially hay-wired.
I can't find whats exactly wrong.

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Anyway, I can't explain why but my brain does not function properly right now, so don't blame me if this post is all jimbly-jumbly ( wtfloldoesthiswordevenexist ).

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So it looks like participation has been bleak ( as always ) but I'm not going to let this chance slip by.

Alone I shall go to the event as like my usual routine.
Oh how sorrowful must it have been but it is not like I have never done it before.

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11th July - A very special COSPLAY day.

http://www.cosfest.com/Cosfest.htm - Cosfest 11th - 12th July
http://www.daiconnews.com/index.php - Daicon 11th July ( but it's in Msia, so... )

and apparently ;


As part of the Singapore Youth Olympic Games (YOG) CAN! festival
(July - Sep '09: Digital Media), a cosplay competition will be held.

This Event is co-organised by Nanyang Polytechic School of Interactive Digital Media.


THE EVENT
Singapore Youth Olympic Games (YOG) CAN! festival
Date: 11 July
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Venue: Iluma @ Bugis

http://www.singapore2010.sg/whyohgee/can/aboutcan

THE COSPLAY COMPETITON SEGMENT

• The members of the public (participants) collect a cosplayer card at the registration counter.
• The cosplayer card has 10 empty slots. The participant is required to collect 10 cosplay stamps from 10 different cosplayers to redeem a gift.
• The participant can also vote for their most favorite cosplayer by ticking on the cosplayer stamp.
• Each cosplayer will be given a unique stamp to chop on the cosplay card.
• The cosplayers move around the venue and interact with the participants. It is important to give a good experience to the participants so that they will vote for the cosplayer.
• The most popular cospayer is the one which has the most participants vote.

The competition time is 3.30-5.30pm.

Transportation from Downtown East to the Iluma(before the competition 3pm gather) and back to Downtown East(6pm earliest) will be provided for the participants. [in view of Cosfest 09 being on the same day]

CCA points for NYP students and Media coverage (YOG publication) are other incentives to look forward to.

All participants will receive goodie bags and certificates of participation for the Singapore Youth Olympic Games (YOG) CAN! festival.

The "Most Popular Cosplayer" award for this event will be given a trophy and $100 worth of shopping vouchers.

http://sgcafe.com/showthread.php?p=5685324

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Is there even a relation towards YOG and Cosplay...?

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So eliminating Daicon ( cuz it's in Msia ) - I'm left with Iluma and Downtown east.

BUT the answer is clear though - I'm with Downtown east.

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What's this? Think positive, Eugene Goh !

This won't be the last cosplay event, right? I mean there's still AFA , EOY and CosCon along with other cosplay events. I'm sure you'll have plenty of other chance to get them to come with you !

...hopefully so.

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I...don't know what to do anymore...it's...all ŠČЯΣẅЭD ÛῬ( apparently I can't find a good sign for D...maybe it's because EVERYTHING I DO IS WRONG =s...momentarily of course )

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SEE THAT Û ABOVE? IF YOU SEE IT CLEARLY, THEN THE SIGN ON TOP OF THE " U " IS SUPPOSED TO MEAN =<

Blast from the past 2



It's so sad =(

Kinda relates to my story, no?

Shall I be the lonely scientist while SHE be the robot...? ( I mean look at that straight face ! )

Ah, all is but virtual act.
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What does that existence means to you...?

Surely it is lonely to be by oneself.

10th July - The first miracle was that you were born.
11th July - The second miracle was the time we spent together.
12th July - The third miracle...not yet...

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Let's see how long does it take for me to post the 3rd miracle, aye?

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SURELY IT IS LONELY TO BE BY ONESELF...//**

Blast from the past

" Although it’s easy to say “I love you”,
when you appear in front of me,
my personality arises and becomes my hindrance. "

" I hope you can understand my feelings.
That’s why I always
give you that side glance
with my greatest courage and love. "

" ...I finally got to meet you and be aware of you,
but I’m unskillful in love…
I’ve forgotten my scars of love,
so suddenly, the pain overflows.
Someday, the real me will say “I Love You”,
I must say it…but today I’ve become too weak {to do it}. "

" If I say I love you, I’ll be at ease,
although I understand that truth,
If I say it, it seems you’ll distance yourself… "

" In what way should I think about it?
Right now, your distance to me
is merely that of friends… "

" It may be a beautiful thing but,
I just don’t want to keep getting hurt.
Why did I just warned myself?
I’m just running away right? "

" This time, if I’m to be hurt again, I’m sure
I won’t be able to love anyone else again…
This sound leading and seemingly breaking my heart
lies under my memories…I’m sure.
I put away and forgot about that day… "


" I finally got to meet you and be aware of you,
but I’m unskillful in love…
Purposely hiding my weakness,
even if I put up a front, I’m sure
one day the real me will say “I Love You” and
properly convey these feelings to you.

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Contradiction.

Signing off~

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Dream world VS Real world [ Girls ver ]

DREAM WORLD: A guy will love me for who I am.
REAL WORLD: I have to modify my character, within reason, to appeal to a guy.

DREAM WORLD: He must change for me.
REAL WORLD: We both must change for each other.

DREAM WORLD: A guy will have to prove himself worthy for me.
REAL WORLD: I must prove I'm worthy for him.

DREAM WORLD: He will find me.
REAL WORLD: I need to find him.

DREAM WORLD: Guys should stop being so childish, perverted and shallow.
REAL WORLD: Guys will always be guys.

DREAM WORLD: I want complete equality in my relationship.
REAL WORLD: Equality do not exist...never has and never will.

DREAM WORLD: Rejection is just horrible and something to avoid at all cost.
REAL WORLD: If I don't get rejected much, it means I haven't taken enough risk.

DREAM WORLD: I can have everything...family, friends, education, marriage, money, career...EVERYTHING!
REAL WORLD: I cannot have everything and must select the lesser of two evils.

DREAM WORLD: If it's meant to be, it's meant to be
REAL WORLD: Most things happen because of conscious effort.

DREAM WORLD: He pursues me because he thinks I'm the perfect girl.
REAL WORLD: He pursues me because I'm one of 35 girls he's interested at this time.

DREAM WORLD: Love is always romantic with a happy ending.
REAL WORLD: Love is mostly crap with some fleeting moments of happiness.

DREAM WORLD: I can become fat/ugly and he'll still love me.
REAL WORLD: I have to maintain my physical condition.

DREAM WORLD: Love is random, like a cupid shooting arrows blindly.
REAL WORLD: Love occurs when I take an initiative.

DREAM WORLD: If I complain about gender unfairness, people will listen and care.
REAL WORLD: If I complain about gender unfairness, it will mostly do no good.

DREAM WORLD: I want nothing but the perfect guy. I deserve it!
REAL WORLD: I must compromise some standards as perfect people do not exist.

DREAM WORLD: If I suffer from injustice and disrespect, I must always stand and fight.
REAL WORLD: Even if I suffer from injustice and disrespect, some things just aren't worth fighting for.

DREAM WORLD: What is right and fair will always prevail.
REAL WORLD: Life is never fair.

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Signing off - Gene

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Rejection...?

You're the man -- you've finally worked up the nerve to ask out your potential Miss Right.

And there she is, right over there. It's now or never.

You take a step in her direction...

... and suddenly your pits are dripping like springtime in a rain forest, your heart is flip-flopping like a dying fish and your stomach is churning out enough acid to melt steel.

Chill, dude. You know you can't back down now.

You drag your feet to her side. From somewhere, you hear yourself asking those fateful words: "Would you like to go out sometime?"

"No."

What?

She said, "No."

You trudge away, eyes on the floor, praying that no one has witnessed your public humiliation.

Rejection sucks.

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Men make buying gifts for women an impossible task. Birthdays, anniversaries and Valentine’s Day spring up and guys are clueless about what to buy their partners. They tend to add extra pressure to the purchase, thinking no gift is ever good enough. So, they put off shopping until the last minute and race around the mall like lunatics with no plan, forgetting everything they know about their partners, ignoring price tags, and leaving common sense in the car.

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End of story.
Credits - Askmen.com

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Why won't they give us that 1 extra week?

I refer to CNA's poll comments : " H1N1 cases could rise further as students return to schools after holidaying in flu-hit countries. How should schools cope? "

It is evident from the poll that 89% of the voters choose to extend the school holidays BUT the government rejects and plan to resume normal plans. The question is - why? With currently 454 cases of H1N1 in Singapore, why won't the government extend the holidays?

Personally, I don't think there is anything to lose by extending the holidays. The teachers get an extra week of rest, the students would generally be happier, more time spent with their families, lowering the number of people infected ( or TO BE infected ), more free time and the list goes on...

BUT ! The government had choose to go on with the plan to resume school per normal. We all know that the immunity system of a child would be much weaker than an adult's. Must Singapore wait until SOMEBODY dies of H1N1 then declare a holiday?

I, as a student myself, would find that it is wise to extend the holidays as it could contain the H1N1 virus, protect and severely cancel out the risk of an outbreak in schools. ( Then again, who am I kidding? :P )

Sadly, I have no power to make the decision to extend the school holidays or not. Knowing typical Singaporeans, their " kiasi-ness " tells me that they'll send their school weather or not if they've been to holiday on an infected country. Heck, with this much cases ( more than SARS ), the whole of Singapore are doomed to be infected with H1N1.


" The A(H1N1) virus, which was first detected in Mexico in April, has infected nearly 60,000 people around the world in 113 countries and territories, causing 263 deaths. " - CNA

People DO die of H1N1. It is unwise to assume that it is harmless.

I won't type more as it concerns politics. Hopefully...

This blog now follows : Intellectual Snob

Alright, my English grade in school is USUALLY B3 or A2. Worst case scenario - B4.
Coming from a neighborhood school, my results are already what you can call " Not too bad ".

Ok, now I'm just judging my own work, which is just wrong :P

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Anyway, I figured that I needed to learn or " upgrade " the way I use English into a...higher standard. A standard which is equivalent to those used by the Elites in Singapore. Therefore I found the perfect candidate to " teach " me how to use a higher degree of English in my essays and stuffs like that.

Interestingly, there seem to be a hate for those Elites in Singapore. I am different - I accept the fact that they're in control to dominate me if they wish. Afterall, such is the circle of life.

On a side note, I seem to notice that I learn PLENTY of complicated English words ( I'm just a secondary school student, OK? They still seem complicated to me for the time being. TIME BEING, PERIOD. )

Words such as...

wax lyrical
myriad talent
social segregation
semblance of reciprocity
vicariously
I speak without a twang nor with flowery language

...

and the list goes on.

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BUT IF ONE THING I MUST MAKE CLEAR - IT IS THAT I DO NOT TAKE SIDES.
THE SOLE REASON I FOLLOW HER BLOG IS TO LEARN ENGLISH.
AGAIN - I DO NOT TAKE SIDES. I'M NEUTRAL.

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

June 23rd update - Trip

The sun was shining bright on the morning of that Tuesday. The sky was cloudless, looking up to be a seemingly endless region of the color sapphire. The air was humid as always and the heat was beating down on us before we had even started. The calm waters gently hit against rocky walls. The sound of the sea waters rolling coupled up with the breeze of the sea filled me up with enthusiasm. I skipped happily, leading with a party of three to our destination, as I held the rods in my grip. The stroll to our destination was long but it was soothed by the calming sound of the waves as we enjoyed the scenic view. As we passed through the gates, we walked through the aisle, welcomed by fellow fishermen of all age, race and religion. Labrador Jetty was more vibrant than the last time I visited, five years ago.

I placed the rods down and took a breather after the long stroll. We seek refuge from the sweltering heat of the sun inside a small shade area. My father prepared the nets and the rods, while Daniel and Elvin followed me to scout the area to get a brief insight on what we may be catching. Unsurprisingly, the fishes caught were miserable in size. Nevertheless, it was their first time on the jetty and probably their first salt-water fishing trip. The entire atmosphere was just friendly and calming, unlike staying cropped up in my room going stale. The sun was all time bright but thankfully we had, although little, protection against the heat.

My father prepared 5 crab nets and 2 fishing rods. We started out with the crab nets, placing it in various places of the jetty, except the aisle. 15 minutes later when all the nets were placed, I reeled mine in and surprisingly caught a fish - a 1 foot long ( estimated ) Puffer fish. That piqued Daniel's and Elvin's interest but unfortunately that seemed to be the only catch for the day - by Yours Truly.

Other than that, the fishes outsmarted Elvin and Daniel into snagging the bait without getting caught but it was nevertheless fun.

Time really flies when you're having fun; they say. What I had learn that day was the bitter truth that all good things come to an end. I was indeed the piece de resistance of my June holidays - that is, if you count 3 days out of an entire month a holiday, as I still have to return to school for DnT almost everyday. Fact is, I was supposed to return to school EVERYDAY ( well, weekdays but you get the point ) but I had unofficially took 3 day's leave.

That day was the best day of my June Holidays 2009. Hopefully, there will be another fishing trip at the end of the year...just hopefully.

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Signing off for now.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

One post for two very important people.



To Mum & Adeline.

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Well, here's a cake ! ( PICTURE TAKEN BY ME ON 09/06/09 )

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Stock watch FOREX 9th June 09

1st June 2009 - Bought USD $100 using SGD $145.10
8th June 2009 - Sold USD $100 for SGD $145.70

What's next?
Day trading.
This will be stimulated in a virtual game first.
Profit/Lost will be recorded and will guide me for the next few months till I can bet on stocks.

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This post is just a filler ( Bare in mind that this is update 4 )
for my next post.

UPDATE 3 - Game review : Crimson Gem Saga

Game title : Crimson Gem Saga
Platform : PSP
Genre : RPG

RATING : 6/10
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Alright fans of Final Fantasy would love this game. This game is something like a merge of Mana Khemia ( leveling and exploring ), Final Fantasy ( battling ) and Jenne d'arc ( cutscenes )

For those looking for a light RPG game to play - this is the game for you. I completed the game UNDER 60 HOURS. There are little quests to do, little monsters to kill and 70% of the time you would just be running around in dungeons and getting killed.

A plus side to the game would be that there are almost no " pests " in the game. Every monster encounter would be bound to give you a challenge. This would last until you reach to a very high level of the game where normal monsters would pose no threat to you. I won't post any spoilers but be warned - the monsters you are facing would definably be of challenge. It won't be just a walk in the park or taking candy from a baby - the monsters could potentially ONE HIT KO your characters - even when they are at level 70 or so ( 80+ should be safe ). It's perfect for those who are tired of going into a sure-win battle and would be sure to keep you thinking of your next move - as one wrong move would cause your entire team to die.

You might be thinking - what about the bosses?
Let me put it in one word - Impossible. ( ok, not exactly impossible, but rather you could spend like 1 hour fighting the boss - in later parts of the game, of course. )

The story line is another plus point. It's hilarious and entertaining. However, the ending was...I'll stop here and let you find out the ending.

The leveling skill system was the most unique - it follows something like mana khemia - a skill tree. You kill monsters - get SP and pump SP into your skill tree to UNLOCK AND ADD that skill. Some skills are hilarious though.

The graphics are nicely done. I couldn't say anything about it though. I don't play by the graphics. Don't expect any 3D skills to come out while you're fighting. It's 2D throughout the game. I didn't take notice of the sound too, sadly.


Story line - 1 ( the ending... )
Skills - 2
Graphics - 1
Uniqueness - 1
Sound - 1

Total - 6.

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Note :
Prepare for a Crimson Gem Saga 2.

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GameFAQ reviews :

With beautiful, high-resolution 2-D artwork, novel battle mechanics, and a classic tale of fantasy, adventure, and heroism, Crimson Gem Saga delivers the pure, classic Japanese RPG play experience PSP owners have been clamoring for since the hardware's launch. Taking full advantage of the crisp, clear PSP screen and boasting a colorful, catchy musical score, Crimson Gem Saga is a blast from the past presented just as you'd expect a modern RPG to be.

The Artefact Files

TUESDAY 9th JUNE 2009

Buffed the acrylics.
Used vacuum former to form a box.

1st update - Essay on a very major event which happened 3 years ago and affected my life till now.

Three years is, undoubtedly, a very long time for all of us. Many events took place over the three years. For me, a special side-story had taken place over the three years and today, that story has came to an end. Although sad, life still goes on.

I had my braces done three years ago. The saga started on the start of my secondary one days and ended on the last year. This saga had dragged on for almost my entire secondary school life and finally it ends today.

When I was still a child, my two front teeth would be the talk of many. I was nicknamed " Bugs Bunny " or " Rabbit ". The malays would usually call me " Gigi " ( Malay for Teeth ). I must admit I hated those nicknames they call me but then again, those teethes of mine inspired many to start a conversation with me, though, I won't say it's a very polite chat.

" Why your teeth so big? " was what I often heard during my primary school days.
I was the " number one customer " to my primary school dental clinic. I had to skip plenty of lessons just to maintain those teeth of mine.

Finally, I was referred to National Dental Clinic to get my teeth right. I must say, it certainly wasn't pleasant. First I had this glass thingy glued on to my teeth. It made it VERY hard for me to chew food. I survived on malt drinks everyday. One day, I got bored and used my tongue to fiddle with it and it came off ( or rather, it BROKE off ).

Then I was given a pink rubber mouth guard. I wore it to school everyday. Every time I opened my mouth, that pink rubber would show and people will go thinking that I'm some sort of weirdo - but that's not the worst. ( see picture below )

Then I was referred to ANOTHER doctor and I was given a headgear to wear for 6 months. I wore it almost everyday - even to school. All eyes were on me. I looked like a complete weirdo and still believe that many people would have that impression of me that way.

Was it embarrassing to wear that to school every day? No.
For once, I actually got respected! I lied to them that it's fixed and glued to my teeth and faked a story that the pain was excruciating but actually it was, in reality, a different story all together. Nonetheless, people stopped bullying me as I schematically planned out everything. I got their pity by faking the pain that my gums were being pierced and everything worked out well.

( Right, I know that some of YOU are reading this blog. It's 3 years since that happened, so let it rest. )

Then it was time to move on to the piece de resistance. The highlight of my teenage years. The event that changed my teenage life - Braces. I underwent several " rites " and stuffs like that - extracting my teeth, elastics, headgear and the list goes on.

I was to report back every month and that would obstruct my studying. It was so often that the school committee had to tell me : " If we see your dental timing like this again, we will not let you leave the school ! You're paying - so why can't you choose to postpone the date ? "

Right. Like I could. The thing was - I was once again on both side of the fence. The dental center WANTS me to go so that they could maintain and finish my problem as soon as possible whereas the school WANTS me to stay and study.
Guess who takes all the blame? Yes, me.

I did not regret though. I must admit I enjoyed the early dismissal. I get to eat Macdonalds in the car for lunch, or else, a famous hawker center around the dental clinic vicinity.

My dentist was a female in her 20's. You could say I enjoyed my experience with her ( don't think dirty now ). I don't know if it's just me or other patients would always think that their dentist are the best. I think it's a shared experience - whosoever that treated you would make you think that he or she is the best around.
I would like to express my gratitude to Dr. Florence Wong. Out of due respect, I shall not reveal anything else about her.

After my dental treatment - I would always talk a stroll down the road to reach Chinatown where I would visit my supplier, Mr Kenneth from Pan-In-The-Box. I would visit him whenever I have the chance to. The walk from the dental clinic to Chinatown Point was an enjoyable one. I would experience life in the city every time I walked around there. Suntec city could be seen in the horizon.

Back on story - today is the day I took out my braces AND the day my dentist had to leave National Dental Center. It was so coincidental, maybe too coincidental, that she had to leave on the day I took my braces out. I was planning on postponing the appointment this morning but fortunately, I changed my mind last minute and got to bid her farewell. Although sad that she won't be my dentist anymore - at least I know we will meet again someday. She really has done quite a good job with my teeth - I stopped getting nicknames and people would say that my teeth looks better nowadays.

I will remember this day as it caused a huge impact to my life. Imagine the possibilities if I did not had my teeth fixed - I would looked like a complete idiot. It would rot and decay. She ( and the whole of NDC ) had came to my life and saved my teeth. Now my teeth are one of my greatest assets and I'm damn proud of them.

PICS ( THESE ARE NOT ME - I GOT THEM FROM GOOGLE ) :

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Headgear

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Mouth Protector

END

Once again, Thank you Doctor Wong and the rest of the NDC crew.
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Update 2 for later. Dinner first.

Monday, June 8, 2009

SHOW REVIEW - BIG MONEY

Alright, for those of you interested in MONEY, this show is for you.
If not, it's still a pretty nice watch. This show closely relates to SOMETHING like Death Note - only it's like Money Note. Get it?

( A cold air chills your body )

Ahhh nvm.

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Anyway, I started watching this show a month ago and it taught me PLENTY of things I about STOCKS AND SHARE.

Yes, STOCKS AND SHARE. The thing about this show is - two clever young men are having a cold war over money. Like Death Note, the battle between Light and L closely relates to this.....except that it's more educational in a sense that they teach you the basics of Stocks and Shares.

Of course, to plenty ( I'm writing for my age group, young adults ), Stocks and Shares won't interest you very much BUT

What if I'm talking about MILLIONS AND BILLIONS AND TRILLIONS of money.
What if YOU can learn how to at least get the basics of stocks and share.

The show will make you go " WOWZERS " over how can a guy make $50000 SGD in 10 minutes just using a computer and a phone. And then, you'll see how money is lost and other stuffs like that.

Defiantly recommended if you love Death Note or Money. This show goes into a bit of Psychology, Revenge, Justice, Love, Emotions etc...

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However, not only this show is about Stocks and Shares - it will RAISE your awareness on bank scams ( yes, like how many lost money from a bankrupt bank )and stuffs like that.

I'll let the reviews do the talking now :

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It's got its premises [Rating: 8/10]
  
The background to this drama is of course money, mostly in the form of stocks. But that is misleading because this drama is about revenge, justice, and getting even, and even goes a bit into the human psyche (but lots of J Dramas delve into that aspect anyway, it's just a matter of being blatant or not). It's entertaining in a way to see them talk about money in terms of billions of yen, as if money grew on trees. It's also interesting to see how they can try to bring down the antagonist and the bank as well. Again, don't watch this from a realist's position, but rather sit back and let this entertain you, and you just might enjoy it. It's got all the elements of an emotionally fast paced drama filled with cliffhangers each episode. There were misses of course, such as the irrelevent love story that sidetracked the plot, and worse, the seemingly impossibility of always going against the same bank every time. It's a typical root for the hero to win kind of drama.

Reviewed by Hiro Toyo
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Summery?

- The background of the show is about money in the form of stocks.
- Justice, Revenge, Psychology etc. will play a part to spice up the story.
- It's entertaining in a way to see them talk about money in terms of billions of yen, as if money grew on trees.
- Just sit back and enjoy the show - such things have a 0.01% of occurring in real life.

PERSONAL ADD-ON :

- The main character is not your average nerd. He does not have a proper educational certificate and sucks in his study. Due to that, nobody would employ him BUT he found his way to success from stocks and shares.

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OH, before I forgot - the show is in Japanese though. Nonetheless, a good show.

http://www.mysoju.com/big-money/

Enjoy ! ( The ending theme ROCKS ! )

The Artefact Files

MONDAY 8th JUNE 09

Used the scroll saw to cut acrylic strips.
Acrylic strips broke and were not straight enough.
Changed to wooden stripes.
Wooden stripes works well.

Requested for 6 acrylics - 450x350.
Given 3 acrylics first.

Used sand paper on acrylics.
Used ruler to scrape the acrylics.
Used sand paper again on acrylics.

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END OF DAY.

Update 1 [ GUILD OUTING AND EQUINOX UPDATE ]

I'll start with the Equinox update.

CODE-NAMES HAVE BEEN CHOSEN.

Note that the group names follow the 7 groups in the Periodic Table, excluding Group 0, 8 and the special group.

Eugene - Lithium
Charlotte - Mercury
Chuan Teng - Magnesium
Jovene - Thallium
Hansel - Aluminium
Kailun - Carbon
Elvin - Lead
Junwei - Phosperous
Ivan - Arsenic
Daniel - Sulfur
Sherman - Polonium
Alvin - Chlorine
Keith - Iodine

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Let's see how well ( or bad ) this will go.
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GUILD OUTING ON 6 JUNE 2009 ( no picture for the time being )
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Alright so it has been like a few months after the previous meeting and I'm no longer nervous about it.

The first time I went for the guild outing ( at Paris; NOT THE CAPITAL OF FRANCE - but the high-class restaurent at the town area ) - I almost wanted to back out last minute. Alright, enough reminiscing. Time to move on to the present.

On that day I stood outside Guardian at Bugis MRT, waiting for Yun and Liang. They came 10mins after I came. Then we went to Mac and meet the rest of the group.

LIST OF PEOPLE WHO WENT :

Kobe
Mageangels ( from M'sia )
Blee ( from M'sia )
Uncle Sky
White ( from M'sia )
Ichi
Shenbin
Davin
James
v8bubble
Kira
Frey
Me
Shock
Yun
Liang
Tainted
Uncle teh

...and a whole lot more which I either forgotten or did'nt know their names at all.
I'll try and get the picture ASAP and put it in my PSP.

Anyway, we went to eat some steamboat buffet at Bugis. This time round, I was the 2nd youngest. My guildmates are very matured people, with the 3rd youngest being in 3rd year Poly.

Majority of them were either working people or in University...then there was White, Blee and Mage who came all the way from Malaysia just for the outing.

The hilarious thing was - almost every by-passer would think that we're a family O_O
Well, that may be true, to a certain extend.

Either way the entire outing was fun. After the buffet we went to some mall in Bugis to " drink coffee " or something. More accurately - finding a place where we can sit down and chat.

Then..I took the MRT back with Ichi and Shenbin.

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Apologies for writing such an inaccurate and not-very-detailed report with such a simple command of words. Rushing for time.

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I'll start with Update 2 now. It's just a personal note to my future self.

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Kagamine Rin/Len KOKORO KISEKI ( re )

I SPENT AN HOUR ON THIS, SO APPRECIATE IT AND WATCH, PLEASE AND THANK YOU :)



Kokoro - Heart
Kiseki - Miracle

THE FOLLOWING LYRICS ARE WITH HELP OF THE VIDEOS BUT WITH A LITTLE BIT OF ALTERATION BY ME FOR EASIER READING.

Lyrics - ROBOT VERSION ( Kagamine Rin )( its on the video but I'll post it here ) :

A robot made by a lonely scientist
The result could only be called...a miracle.
But it still it isn't enough
Just one thing that cannot be made
Can a " HEART " be made into a program?

A few hundred years passed
Left alone,
The miraculous robot wishes.
" I want to know the thing the man was making till the end of his life : HEART "

Now beginning to move, miracle accelerating
Why do my tears not stop?
Why do my hands keep trembling?
Why is my heartbeat accelerating?
Is this my so desired HEART?

A wonder KOKORO KOKORO a wonder.
I now know how to be happy.
A wonder KOKORO KOKORO a wonder.
I now know how to be sad.
A wonder KOKORO KOKORO infinite.
How deep and painful they are...

Now I'm beginning to notice...
The reason I was born.
Being alone must be sad...
Yes, that day, that time, in every memory,
HEART lives and is now overflowing.

Now I can say,
real and sincere words.
I'm dedicating them to you...

Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!
For giving me birth in this world.
Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!
For the days we spent together.
Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!
For everything you gave me.
Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!
I will sing forever.
Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!Thank you...!
La lala la la~

It was exactly a miracle.
The miracle robot kept singing.
She sang out all her feelings.

But the miracle only lasted for a moment.

The HEART was too powerful for her
Unable to withstand the feelings
The machine shorted
And never to move again.

However, there was a smile on her face.
She looked like an angel.

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LYRICS - COMBINED VERSION. Kagamine Rin + Len. LOTS OF ADDITIONAL LYRICS - THE MORE TOUCHING VERSION.



Kagamine Rin :
A robot made by a lonely scientist
The result could only be called...a miracle.
But it still it isn't enough
Just one thing that cannot be made
Can a " HEART " be made into a program?

Several hundered years past,
left all alone.
The miracle robot decided to make a wish.

I want to know what the person was working on until the end of his life -
To make for me...that " HEART "


Now beginning to move, miracle accelerating
Why do my tears not stop?
Why do I tremble?
Why is my heartbeat accelerating?
Is this my so desired HEART?

* TIME TRAVELS BACK TO THE SCIENTIST PART AKA GUY VERSION *


Kagamine Len :
A robot made by a lonely scientist
The result could only be called...a miracle.
But it still it isn't enough
Just one thing that cannot be made
Can a " HEART " be made into a program?

I want to teach and share with her the happiness and sadness of mankind.
The miracle scientist makes that wish.
Distress continues as time passes by
A singing voice was left behind and this " HEART "

" I can see myself there inside your eyes. What does that existence mean to you? "
For him, time is not infinite.
But right now, she does not understand yet.

Kagamine Rin :
Why do you cry?
Mysterious KOKORO KOKORO mysterious
He told me how it feels to be happy.
Mysterious KOKORO KOKORO mysterious
The sorrowful things I know.
Mysterious KOKORO KOKORO infinite.
Everything is so deep and painful...

Now, I've begun to realize
The reason I was born.
Being alone must be sad...
Yes...

Kagamine Len ( MY FAVORITE PART ) :
The first miracle was that you were born.
The second miracle was the time we spent together.
The third miracle...not yet...
The third miracle has not occurred yet.

SYSTEM :
A message is being received...
The source is...from the future...

KAGAMINE RIN : KAGAMINE LEN :
I can say It has reached across few hundred years.
true and sincere words. This message,
I dedicate them... A singing voice from an angel of the future,
to you. A song sung straight from her HEART
Thank you! x4 The first miracle was
For bringing me into that you were born.
This world. The second miracle was
Thank you! x4 the time we spent together.
For the days we spent
together.
Thank you! x4 The third miracle was
For everything you gave me a truly sincere HEART from you in the future.
Thank you! x4 The fourth miracle I do not need.
I will sing for eternity. The fourth I do not need.


It was exactly a miracle.
The miracle robot kept singing.
She sang out all her feelings.

But the miracle only lasted for a moment.

The HEART was too powerful for her
Unable to withstand the feelings
The machine shorted
And never to move again.

However, there was a smile on her face.
She looked like an angel.



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ALL THE LYRICS ABOVE ARE TYPED BY ME AND NOT COPY-PASTED.
I GIVE CREDITS TO THE SUBBERS, THE MAKERS OF VOCALOID AND STAFFS RELATED TO THIS VIDEO.
PLEASE DO NOT COPY-PASTE THESE LYRICS WITHOUT MY PERMISS..ah whatever. You'll still do this anyway.

Time taken to type ALL the lyrics : 1hr.

Enjoy.

REAL LIFE VIDEO :



( EXTREMELY GOOD COSPLAYING )

More details inside this song, if you truly enjoyed the aforementioned two songs.

This song gives me the goosebumps everytime I hear it.
It's awfully touching - too touching in fact.
Some even cried to the tune of this song.

So, I dedicate this song to my dear readers.

Enjoy ! - GENE.

Comic update 2

Well, I said I'll be doing more of these :/

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Picture 1 - Me sitting on a bench in the canteen.
Picture 2 - Her and her friend went to the wash basin area.
Picture 3 - They wash hands.
Picture 4 - She splashes water on her friend. ( Note the smiley face )
Picture 5 - See picture attached ( below )
Picture 6 - End.

This happened twice :O


Picture depicts Kyon saying " So cute " to Asahina.

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TO HER ( if she ever reads this blog, which I doubt @@ ) : Sorry, I couldn't resist. It's...too cute.

Sunday, May 31, 2009

Rin and Len's mixed Kokoro ( ext )

My dear readers, if I were to ask you all a big favor, it would be to see, read and watch this video :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKv7cw_Z1P4



DO NOTE THAT IT ONLY COUNTS IF YOU READ THE SUBTITLES FROM 00:01 ~ 06:13

READING THE SUBS HELPS YOU UNDERSTAND THE STORY BETTER.

This song gives me the goosebumps and makes me shudder tears and that's why I like it.

Saddest song I ever heard.

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Quote from the song

" ...the 1st miracle would be you being born... "
" ... the 2nd miracle would be the time we spent together... "
" ...the 3rd miracle would be your sincere heart in the future... "
" ...the 4th miracle I do not need... "

Remember - If I have to ask you to grant me just a single wish - it would be to watch that video.

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Goodbye.

...as I sit here reminiscing of the past, 11 years really flew past fast.

From the day I entered Primary School up till now - it all seems as though they happened just yesterday.

Time flies and it's going to fly even faster.

What will be the path that I lay foot to?
Where will be the point where I would reach my end?

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As I bid goodbye to my halcyon days, ...I embrace the darkness inside me...resorting to the dark arts if I have to...

The.....complete.....power.....

My resolution...cannot be denied.

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Goodbye.

I shall return after the war is over.


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All Equinox meetings/outings shall be on halt for the moment.
I will not be bearing the sky ring anymore until I am fit to do so.
I shall not disgrace you, my dear Equins.

I shall show you that you are not being led by some idiot.
Nevertheless, fight alongside with me.
Fight.
I will NOT accept failure.

You have my trust and faith, always, my dear Equins.

Although...I won't be there anymore - but I shall return; if I ever prove myself worthy.

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Friday, May 29, 2009

2 mind-blasting shows that will change the way you think. Forever.

Alright, here's something for my dear readers.

What do you guys think of when...

A person dies due to the burns on his head? ( Spontaneous human combustion )

The only witness of the crime scene was a young boy who claimed he saw the crime happened WHEN HE WAS SLEEPING ? ( Astral projection )

Can a person really die from (electrical) shockwaves when in a swimming pool?( Necrosis )

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If you're interested to find out how Astral Projection, Psychic powers, Teleportation and premonition occurs, then GALILEO is the show for you.

( I think i've done a review on this before but heck )

GALILEO tackles most of the impossible aspects of the psychic and unknown realm by using science. So if you are interested in the paranormal and looking for an explanation of is the paranormal OR even be a skeptic and go along with Galileo that nothing is impossible, Galileo will SHOW YOU HOW TO PROVE THAT TELEPORTATION, ASTRAL PROJECTION AND PREMONTION OCCURS, USING SCIENCE.

Of course, there are PLENTY more weird cases ( there's 12 episodes up to date, each episode gives you a viewpoint of different power which you think the case is IMPOSSIBLE to solve. )

I'll give you an example.

How do you kill a person without even touching him OR leaving any evidence behind ?

Difficult? Maybe - but what they tackled was this.

How do you kill a person 100 FEET AWAY FROM YOU without touching him & NOT leaving any evidence behind?

I'll leave Galileo the Weird to answer that.

http://www.mysoju.com/galileo/

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Another show that involves police and science would be KIINA.

Kiina is a very very very very very intriguing and this show IS BORN FROM FACT.

How does fish falls from the sky AND ACTUALLY KILLS SOMEBODY ?

Does a heart transplant really changes the personality of the person?

Do poltergeist really exists?

I'll leave KIINA to answer that.

Kiina is a 29 year old woman who plays a part in the police force, in a special department called IMPOSSIBLE DEATHS, involving getting killed by a ghost and the fish raining from the sky thing.

Everybody around here finds her weird and there's no need for her as nobody ( really ) takes her seriously, except the victim of course.

Anyway, both show uses SCIENCE to deal with PARANORMAL cases and if you LOVE science and the PARANORMAL, I would recommend these shows.

http://www.mysoju.com/kiina/

Happy watching !

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Introducing to my life : Hatsune Miku,Kagamine Rin and Kagamine Len

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPwDfCUSBhw

Hatsune Miku - LOVE IS WAR

****************************************** HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ****************************************** PLEASE LISTEN TO THIS SONG. THE SUBTITLES ARE REALLY SPOT-ON.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJtE0Ij7jis

Kagamine Rin - MELTDOWN

I'll upload Kagamine Len later on or tommorow :P

AND - I've started on a new J-drama and resuming another.

Folks, get ready for

THE QUIZ SHOW ( season 2 ) and SHIGESHOSHI ( done a review on this before )

Monday, May 25, 2009

MORE than 250,000 gaming enthusiasts thronged one of the biggest gaming and electronics fairs, Licence2Play, which was held over three days from last Friday.

After several days of gaming and cyberwellness talks, fans of the popular role-playing game MapleStory got to attend the official launch of its second episode yesterday at the Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre. They also picked up goodies such as in-game vouchers which they can use to buy decorative items in the game.

Student Patricia Eng, 16, had been trying to download the latest edition of MapleStory since last Wednesday, but managed to get it done only last Friday due to the huge number of people logging on.

At the fair, she bought two limited edition prepaid cards, which translate to virtual cash in the game. 'I'm very excited about Episode 2. It's now easier for me to kill monsters and complete quests.'

A MapleStory charity auction, where gamers placed bids to win five in-game weapons, also raised $18,230 for charity.

The money raised will be split equally between The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund and the Muscular Dystrophy Association (Singapore).

A director of a construction company, who wanted to be known only as Mr Yeo, 39, placed the highest bid of $6,950 to win a Dragon Purple Sleeve, a MapleStory in-game weapon, for his 13-year-old son. 'Any parent would do the same for their son as long as it's within their ability,' he said.

The first Licence2Play was organised by Sphere Exhibits, the lifestyle events arm of Singapore Press Holdings. Asiasoft GameFest 09 organised the MapleStory Episode 2 launch, auction and various other game tournaments.

Sphere Exhibits executive director Chua Wee Phong said the event gave parents a chance to gain an insight into their children's interests. 'Parents see that gaming is actually not as bad as they perceive it to be if it is done right. It is a very different world today and we must have outlets for these kids to have fun.'

Mr Teo Ser Luck, Senior Parliamentary Secretary at the Ministry Of Community Development, Youth and Sports, who opened the fair, urged parents to ensure their children are aware of responsible gaming. 'I think it's more important to teach children what are the things they should or should not see. But you also want to leave the choice to them.'


source: http://www.straitstimes.com/Breaking%2BNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_381351.html

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" A director of a construction company, who wanted to be known only as Mr Yeo, 39, placed the highest bid of $6,950 to win a Dragon Purple Sleeve, a MapleStory in-game weapon, for his 13-year-old son. 'Any parent would do the same for their son as long as it's within their ability,' he said. "

I know what you're thinking - 7000 SGD for a virtual item. Stupid? Maybe. It's for charity, so it's partially alright. Then again, for a virtual item :/

I won't comment.

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Just to let my dear readers know, spending 7k SGD on a virtual item is ABSOLUTELY nothing compared to what happened a few years back ( IF I RECALL THOROUGHLY, DON'T BLAME ME IF I'M WRONG ) - There was one guy who bid like 20k SGD on a sleeve or something.

Anyway, shocking news, huh?

Asiasoft Gamefest 2009 & Famiglia updates

Alright, I'll start with the Famiglia updates.

The name for our Famiglia has been chosen ( by council of 5 (Elvin, Ivan,Sherman,Chuan Teng and Daniel ) and it's decided to be...

--Equinox--

Meaning :

The word is also used for the same event happening on other planets and in setting up a celestial coordinate system.

In astronomy, equinox is a moment in time at which the vernal point, celestial equator, and other such elements are taken to be used in the definition of a celestial coordinate system.

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Anyway, since our Rings are associated to the Sky, Sun, Cloud, Mist, Lightning, Rain and Storm - referring them as Celestial would be appropriate...although the Famiglia name may change in time to come.

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I shall now reveal the names of the Famiglia's guardians. It is currently 99% CONFIRMED.

Eugene Goh - Vongola Sky. Millefiore Sky
Elvin Chai - Vongola Cloud
Hansel Tan - Vongola Rain
Keith Tan - Vongola Lightning
Tan Chuan Teng - Vongola Sun
Sherman Tan - Vongola Mist
Ivan Chan - Vongola Storm
Daniel Ng - Millefiore Mist
Goh Kai Lun - Millefiore Cloud
Charlotte Lim - Millefiore Sun
Chen Jun Wei - Millefiore Storm
Alvin Low - Millefiore Lightning
Jovene Soh - Millefiore Rain ( UNCONFIRMED )

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This.Is.Not.A.Game.
The Rings are just a symbol of my most Trusted.
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With that written, I conclude this update.

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Asiasoft Gamefest 2009
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So I went to the Gamefest on Sunday, 25th May. Quite an interesting experience but I did not stay long, so I apologize for the half-written report.

I left my house at 5PM and met SOMEBODY ( actually 3: Sean (from 4-2), Faizal and that person ) at Yew Tee MRT station. Took the train to Jurong Interchange and then to City Hall MRT.

I went to take the nearest exit and arrived at Marina Square instead, then found my own way to Suntec using the REALLY LONG CUT. Either way, I got there.

When I arrived, I saw a bunch of people queuing up outside the hall for some maple items - I joined in the queue as well. Typical Singaporean :/

At first, they were really generous, giving you a Standee and a poster. Further down into the hall, they'll verify you and give you some coupons to redeem in-game items. I took the Pink Bean Cap ( maplestory ) and gave the rest to my friends ( there were coupons of SA, Audi, Rappelz and Cabal and whatevergamethatImissedouton ).

And this is where I was wrong - When I asked about the goodie bag, they said I had to buy 60k ACASH worth of Prepaid Card(s) to get that bag. I did'nt bring enough money with me ( In fact, I did'nt even know I had to pay ) - as it was FREE all along ( I went for all the maple anniversaries from the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and now the 4th ).

Anyway, I enjoyed myself nonetheless and took some pictures of the events, but the piece de resistance would be the Auction.

The following are what they auctioned off and the final price.

Maple Mushroom plush toy (ONLY ONE IN THE WORLD - or so they said.) - 370 used prepaidcards ( ppcs ), 3700 SGD.

Maple figurine tank - 260 used ppcs, 2600 SGD

Plushie collection - 600 used ppcs, 6000 SGD

Prepaid Cards collection ( ALL versions of the prepaid cards from start till now ) - 300 used ppcs, 3000 SGD

Maplestory Laptop ( This was a REAL EYE OPENER. Unfortunately, it seems that the specs of the Laptop are not so good. China brand laptop :/ ) - 500 used ppcs, 5000 SGD

A2 size ppc ( Yes, A2 size. Only 3 in the world ) - 1500 SGD

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IN GAME ITEMS

Dark Neschere ( 5 x 10% ) : 530 SGD

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This was where I left the event. Unfortunately, I was not able to stay long due to school the next day :/

The next item was a Ribgol sword, and I bet that could easily skyrocketed to 1000 SGD. All the items are scrolled to godly stats, and if I could recall, last year some guy bided 5k SGD for a godly Claw ( dragon sleeve, if I recall )

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Pictures

http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00129n.jpg
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Copy pasta the links :/ Hopefully it works. Lazy to upload the pictures at the moment, so make do with this for now =s

http://img207.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=dsc00129n.jpg

Direct link

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Family Name

Alright, since we can't get the name of our Family, maybe I should take the lead and decide. We'll go like this. We will have 5-8 people in the council which will have the power to vote Yes or Veto ( which means no ).

I will post the suggested name of the Family in my blog and you guys can SMS/MSN me to tell me your vote.

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EXAMPLE ( 5 voters )

Suggested Family Name : ABCDE

A - Yes
B - Yes
C - Yes
D - Yes
E - Veto

RESULT : NAME TAKEN AND WILL BE USED, SINCE THERE ARE 4 YES AND 1 NO, MAJORITY WINS.

OR

A - Yes
B - Yes
C - No
D - No
E - No

RESULT : NAME WILL NOT BE USED AND ANOTHER NAME WILL BE PROPOSED.

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That was just an example.

The voters are random - with a minimum of 5.

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Hopefully this will settle things out.