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Don, I'm glad you had that outing today. I hope it was enjoyable for you. Nice that you've been invited for dinner in a couple of weeks, too.
We should FINALLY get a closing date for my mom's farm this week. I arranged with her attorney to have her sign the deed in his office, which she did last week, so she won't have to attend the closing (which is in a town about an hour away). And this way, I could be with her, too. She's signing over the farm where my dad was born and raised. When my mom moved last year, it was the first time in over 100 years there hasn't been a Glass to live somewhere on that ridge. I just didn't want her to do it alone.


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LOUISVILLE, KY. (WDRB) -- Kosair Children's Hospital has received a gift of more than $6 million. The gift was part of a $130 million pledge from Kosair Charities.
This year's donation will largely go to technology dependent areas of the hospital to pay for equipment in operating and emergency rooms, and the radiology department. It will also help families offset the cost of care, regardless of their ability to pay.
Jerry Ward of Kosair Charities explains, "During this holiday season, as we reflect upon all that we have to be thankful for, let us remember that Christmas is not so much about opening presents as it is opening our hearts."
In addition to its longstanding relationship with the hospital, Kosair Charities supports nearly 100 other agencies in Kentuckiana.
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Solution structure of the 23th Filamin domain from human Filamin C
[FLNC_HUMAN] Defects in FLNC are the cause of myopathy myofibrillar type 5 (MFM5) [MIM:609524]. A neuromuscular disorder, usually with an adult onset, characterized by focal myofibrillar destruction and pathological cytoplasmic protein aggregations, and clinical features of a limb-girdle myopathy.[1] Defects in FLNC are the cause of myopathy distal type 4 (MPD4) [MIM:614065]. MPD4 is a slowly progressive muscular disorder characterized by distal muscle weakness and atrophy affecting the upper and lower limbs. Onset occurs around the third to fourth decades of life, and patients remain ambulatory even after long disease duration. Muscle biopsy shows non-specific changes with no evidence of rods, necrosis, or inflammation.[2]
[FLNC_HUMAN] Muscle-specific filamin, which plays a central role in muscle cells, probably by functioning as a large actin-cross-linking protein. May be involved in reorganizing the actin cytoskeleton in response to signaling events, and may also display structural functions at the Z lines in muscle cells. Critical for normal myogenesis and for maintaining the structural integrity of the muscle fibers.
About this Structure
2d7q is a 1 chain structure with sequence from Homo sapiens. Full experimental information is available from OCA.
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- ↑ Vorgerd M, van der Ven PF, Bruchertseifer V, Lowe T, Kley RA, Schroder R, Lochmuller H, Himmel M, Koehler K, Furst DO, Huebner A. A mutation in the dimerization domain of filamin c causes a novel type of autosomal dominant myofibrillar myopathy. Am J Hum Genet. 2005 Aug;77(2):297-304. Epub 2005 May 31. PMID:15929027 doi:10.1086/431959
- ↑ Duff RM, Tay V, Hackman P, Ravenscroft G, McLean C, Kennedy P, Steinbach A, Schoffler W, van der Ven PF, Furst DO, Song J, Djinovic-Carugo K, Penttila S, Raheem O, Reardon K, Malandrini A, Gambelli S, Villanova M, Nowak KJ, Williams DR, Landers JE, Brown RH Jr, Udd B, Laing NG. Mutations in the N-terminal actin-binding domain of filamin C cause a distal myopathy. Am J Hum Genet. 2011 Jun 10;88(6):729-40. Epub 2011 May 27. PMID:21620354 doi:10.1016/j.ajhg.2011.04.021
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VERMILLION, SD (KWSN) – Five South Dakota track and field student-athletes were named to the Summit League's Outdoor Track and Field Academic All-League Teams in a league release on Thursday. The teams were voted on by each institution's faculty athletics representatives and sports information directors.
Three members of USD's men's team made the list, with junior Jeff Mettler, sophomore Brant Haase and senior Brandon Kovash earning the honor.
Mettler, who has a perfect 4.0 GPA as a kinesiology and sports science major, won his second 3,000-meter steeplechase title at the Summit League Outdoor Track and Field Championships last week. Haase, also a 4.0 GPA student in kinesiology and sports science, has the league's second-best time in the 10,000 while Kovash, a psychology and interdisciplinary studies major with a 3.8 GPA, was part of USD's league winning 4x100 relay team.
Alexa Duling and Emily Grove were named to the women's team. Duling, a 4.0 student in the Masters of Business Administration program, won the league 400-meter hurdles title in a league championship record time of 58.59. She was also named the recipient of the NCAA Walter Byers Scholarship last week.
Grove is a kinesiology and sports science major with a 3.78 GPA. The sophomore placed third in the pole vault at the league outdoor championships and currently is tied for the 12th-best vault in the nation with a mark of 14 feet.
To be eligible for the Academic All-League Team, student-athletes must at least have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale), completed one full academic year at their current institution and competed in 50 percent of their team's competitions. The teams are made up of the 10 members receiving the most votes with all ties standing.
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GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Electric customers in northeast and north central Wisconsin are being asked to pay eight-percent more to keep their lights on next year.
The Wisconsin Public Service utility said Tuesday that it asked state regulators for a rate hike that would charge the average residential customer $6 more per month.
In a statement, Public Service noted that its electric rates have been relatively unchanged since 2008, due mainly to lower fuel costs in producing its power. Officials say those fuel costs are now higher.
The utility says it also needs extra revenue to cover higher transmission costs and adding more underground power lines.
Public Service is also looking to reduce its natural gas rates by one-half percent. It would save the average dweller about 34 cents each month.
The state's utility regulating body will evaluate the company's request, and approve final rates near the end of the year.
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Old Saybrook — An Old Saybrook couple remained in critical condition at different hospitals Friday evening following a domestic incident and suspicious fire early Friday morning that led to criminal charges against the husband.
The arrest of 60-year-old Glenn Alburtus on multiple felony charges came after a series of events that started with a 911 call from a cellphone at 5:15 a.m.
In a press release, police Lt. Kevin Roche said police responded to the couple's home at 19 Beaver Dam Trail to find a woman in the house yelling for help from the second floor. Officers went inside and discovered the home was on fire. Fire and smoke forced officers out of the house, Roche said.
Neighbors said that the woman, later identified by police as Susan Alburtus, had to jump to safety.
Susan Alburtus was transported by Life Star helicopter to Yale-New Haven Hospital, where she was listed in critical condition Friday night.
Glenn Alburtus, seen handcuffed to a stretcher at the scene of the fire, was under police guard at the Bridgeport Hospital burn unit Friday night and also in critical condition. So far, he is facing charges of first-degree reckless endangerment, second-degree threatening, first-degree unlawful restraint and disorderly conduct.
Roche said police anticipate additional charges as the investigation progresses. They have joined with the state, Old Saybrook and East Lyme fire marshals' offices to investigate the cause and origin of the blaze and search for evidence in what police called "the criminal aspect of case."
The Old Saybrook Police Department said they are treating this as a suspicious fire and criminal incident. Police said a search and seizure warrant were being executed at the residence.
Police said the Old Saybrook Fire Department and other area departments quickly brought the fire under control. The two-story home, which is on a cul-de-sac of well-kept properties, sustained significant damage.
A firefighter and a police officer were transported to a hospital for injuries and were treated and released, Roche said.
Neighbor Tony Lyons said his wife was awakened around 5:30 a.m. by loud, indecipherable shouting. When she peered out the window, she saw some flames coming from a home two houses away.
By the time the Lyonses went outside, the shouting had stopped and the home was engulfed in flames. He said that the woman rescued from the home appeared to be conscious but was wearing an oxygen mask as she lay on the stretcher.
The man, he said, was covered in soot and handcuffed to the stretcher.
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Get the picture: We're not as good as Philly or Phoenix, but we're better than Cleveland. We're not as good as Miami, but we're better than Auburn, Ala., or Auburn, N.Y.
We are Atlanta, and we, according to Sporting News, are the 13th-best sports city in these United States. Thirteenth out of 399, I'll have you know.
I confess: I don't know that I could name 399 cities, let alone rate them. But SN has made the brave attempt. And here, for purposes of civic pride, is the top 13:
- 1. Pittsburgh
2. Philadelphia
3. Boston
4. Chicago + Evanston
5. Los Angeles
6. New York
7. Phoenix + Tempe
8. Miami
9. Dallas-Fort Worth
10. Detroit + Ann Arbor + Ypsilanti
11. Houston
12. Nashville
13. Atlanta
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Three games away from the playoffs. No downfall without Deron Williams. The return of tough, postseason-worthy basketball despite Jerry Sloan's departure.
By the numbers
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Al Jefferson 19.4 9.6 1.6 34.2 58
Paul Millsap 16.4 8.7 0.8 32.5 62
Derrick Favors 8.5 6.4 0.9 20.9 62
Enes Kanter 4.4 4.2 0.3 13 63
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Stat Jazz Avg NBA rank (out of 30)
Reb 43.9 3
Pts in paint 49.7 2
Blocks 5.8 4
Off Reb 13 3
Pct of pts from 2-pointers 68.5 3
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Devin Harris' midseason turnaround was crucial. Gordon Hayward's evolution has been key. Coach Tyrone Corbin, a deep bench, young athletes blending with proven veterans and the ability to weather a lockout-shortened season better than most have all played parts.
But nothing compares with the Jazz's Big Four.
Al Jefferson, Paul Millsap, Derrick Favors and Enes Kanter have provided Utah with a powerful — at times invaluable — frontcourt attack. All are 27 or younger. All have played in at least 58 of 63 games. United, they've given the Jazz one of the most imposing front lines in the league.
Utah ranks second in average points in the paint (49.7), third in rebounds (43.9) and fourth in blocks (5.8). As the NBA's gone small, the Jazz have become big. And if Utah pushes its way into the playoffs, it'll be because of its front four.
"It's one of the things we've relied on all year long. It's probably been the most consistent part of what we've done … and that's why we're so focused on going inside," Corbin said. "Teams can't stop [our] guys. There aren't that many bigs, and they're not used to playing over and over and over again."
At best, Utah's been 48 minutes of unrelenting power. Jefferson's team-leading 19.4 average points are often built off midrange shots; Millsap's ballhandling has allowed him to effectively play small forward. But it's the endless punch of the Jazz's Big Four that ultimately sets Utah apart.
Opponents have begun doubling either Jefferson or Millsap, while Big Al has been fronted as teams attempt to keep the ball out of his soft hands. Even when the veteran duo leave the court, the beastly Favors and bull-like Kanter — with only 39 years of combined age and 2.5 of experience — are ready to pound.
Jefferson and Millsap have spent 14 seasons in the league. Neither has played on a team this stacked in the paint. Both acknowledged having four legitimate bigs on one club is a luxury that long ago went out of style.
"We had some good big lineups in the past, but it's normally been a three-man rotation," Millsap said. "Now, it's more of a four and it's more in depth."
Jefferson went even deeper.
"Big Turkey and Derrick, in my opinion, are going to be starters in this league and some big-time players in this league. … With me and Paul, [Millsap] can play the 3 and 4. So, yeah, we are going to be a lot of trouble for teams if we get in [the playoffs]," he said.
Utah could've been even deeper if center Mehmet Okur hadn't been traded to New Jersey just before the season. But Jazz general manager Kevin O'Connor knew exactly what he was doing when he dealt the aging, injury-plagued Okur.
The move also offered a crucial hint about Utah's future.
Millsap and Jefferson will play under expiring contracts in 2012-13. They're Utah's best players, but they'll also command major money as free agents. Millsap's open to negotiating an extension, and talks can officially begin in July. Jefferson will make $15 million next season, and should again command top dollar with statistics comparable to Orlando's Dwight Howard and the Los Angeles Lakers' Andrew Bynum.
With Favors and Kanter nowhere close to their ceilings, Utah's biggest question moving forward is whether it can keep its Big Four intact.
O'Connor said everything from the 2012 NBA Draft and free agency to Kanter's summer development and Utah's use of the $10 million trade exception acquired for Okur will affect future decisions.
Jefferson knows what the Jazz have is unique.
He's also aware it might not last.
"Kevin got a tough job, because he got two promising young bigs that's going to be great in this league," he said. "I'd love to be here and be a part of it. But I'll just let that happen when it happen. … It's a good problem. There's going to be some big-time decisions made. But it's just an honor to be on the team with these guys, man."Next Page >
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Records » Magic 36-26, Jazz 33-30
Last meeting » Jazz, 117-105 (Dec. 10, 2010)
About the Magic » Center Dwight Howard (back) is out for the season, while forward Hedo Turkoglu (face) is inactive. … Orlando has lost three of five and eight of 12. … Glen Davis scored 27 points on 12-of-16 shooting during a 102-98 road loss to Boston on Wednesday.
About the Jazz » Gordon Hayward's averaging 18.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists while shooting 51.3 percent from the field and 52.5 percent behind the 3-point line during 10 games in April. … Utah closes its season by playing three games at home. The Jazz are 22-8 in Salt Lake City.
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I want to know what makes you happy. An activity or something of that sort. Something you always look forward to and that you could see yourself doing all the time. If this thing is NOT your job, then I am curious to find out your reasoning of why it is not. I'll read and respond to all answers. I'm a 18 year old kid about to go into college and responding would really help me out. Thanks.
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Apr 7 2013: im like Robert im the type of guy that can fix almost anything and when i have free time or if someone has an emergency i will help them. i dont take money. im kind of a conversationanist and i truly enjoy talking about things i have read learned or seen to others and hearing there take on it or stories about things from there life. but my accual hobby is hand crafting i carve on of a kind hand carved pens. its a wonderful feeling when each one is done and im left with a piece of are that has a use
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Eugenie Bouchard became the first Canadian to reach a Grand Slam singles final at Wimbledon on Thursday and will tackle 2011 champion Petra Kvitova in a title match-up few could have predicted.
LONDON: Eugenie Bouchard became the first Canadian to reach a Grand Slam singles final at Wimbledon on Thursday and will tackle 2011 champion Petra Kvitova in a title match-up few could have predicted.
Bouchard, the 20-year-old world number 13, reached the championship finale by beating Romanian third seed Simona Halep, the French Open runner-up, 7-6 (7/5), 6-2.
Kvitova swept into her second Wimbledon final with a 7-6 (8/6), 6-1 victory over fellow Czech and close friend Lucie Safarova.
Tall, blonde Bouchard, a marketing dream for the women's game with her photogenic looks, athleticism and confident, positive demeanour, will also rise to number seven in the world rankings, the highest position ever achieved by a Canadian player.
Halep, the highest seed left in the draw after the shock defeats of Serena Williams and Li Na, suffered a nasty fall in the fifth game of the opening set when she jarred her left ankle into the bone-dry Centre Court.
Play was also held up in the first set tiebreak when a fan was overcome by the 30-degree heat and had to be helped from the court.
But the distractions did not hinder Bouchard who achieved her first win over a top-five player at the sixth attempt although she needed six match points to get the job done.
"It was hard at the end. It took a lot of mental strength to get through that," said Bouchard, playing in her third Grand Slam semi-final of the year and watched from the Royal Box by Oscar winning actors, Colin Firth and Maggie Smith.
"It's my first Grand Slam final and probably my toughest match yet. I'm looking forward to the challenge.
"I never say I'm surprised because I put in a lot of hard work over the years. This has been a lot of years in the making. I expect a tough challenge in the final. She will go in prepared.
"It's going to be really cool. I'm glad I got to stay at Wimbledon for two whole weeks. I'm going to give it my best effort in the final."
Bouchard hit 20 winners to Halep's 13 with both players committing 23 unforced errors.
Kvitova won her only Grand Slam title at Wimbledon in 2011 and the sixth seed is one more victory away from lifting the Venus Rosewater dish for the second time after seeing off 23rd seed Safarova with 24 winners and eight aces.
The 24-year-old is back in a Grand Slam final for the first time since that surprise triumph against Maria Sharapova at the All England Club three years ago.
"It's great, definitely. I have a lot of emotion from this match," said Kvitova.
"It was a tough match mentally because she is good friend of mine and we know each other well on and off the court. I knew she would play her best tennis and she did. Happily I won.
"I tried to be focused in the tie-break then I broke early in the second set and served well after that."
As the only former Grand Slam winner left in the women's tournament, Kvitova knows she has a glorious opportunity to finally get her hands on some significant silverware again.
"I know that feeling when you have the trophy," she added. "I really want to win my second title and I will do everything I can on Saturday."
Kvitova has been in fine form over the last fortnight, dropping just one set en route to the final and was playing in her third Wimbledon semi-final.
In contrast, Safarova, 27, was making her Grand Slam semi-final debut at the 37th attempt.
Women's semi-finals:
Eugenie Bouchard (CAN) bt Simona Halep (ROM) 7-6 (7/5), 6-2
Petra Kvitova (CZE) bt Lucie Safarova (CZE) 7-6 (8/6), 6-1
Men's doubles quarter-finals:
Leander Paes/Radek Stepanek (IND/CZE) bt Nenad Zimonjic/Daniel Nestor (SRB/CAN) 3-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-3, 6-4
Vasek Pospisil/Jack Sock (CAN/USA) bt Alexandre Peya/Bruno Soares (AUT/BRA) 6-4, 3-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-4
Women's doubles quarter-finals:
Sara Errani/Roberta Vinci (ITA) bt Ashley Barty/Casey Dellacqua (AUS) 6-4, 2-6, 6-0
Timea Babos/Kristina Mladenovic (HUN/FRA) bt Alla Kudryavtseva/Anastasia Rodionova (RUS/AUS) 6-3, 3-6, 6-4
Andrea Hlavackova/Zheng Jie (CZE/CHN) bt Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova/Lucie Safarova (RUS/CZE) 6-1, 4-6, 6-3
Mixed doubles quarter-finals:
Daniel Nestor/Kristina Mladenovic (CAN/FRA) bt Bruno Soares/Martina Hingis (BRA/SUI) 6-4, 7-6 (7/3)
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Microsoft's profit dropped and its revenue was almost flat in its third fiscal quarter, during which the company replaced Steve Ballmer with Satya Nadella as CEO.
Revenue came in at $20.40 billion, down slightly from $20.49 billion in the same quarter last year. Net income was $5.7 billion, or $0.68 per share, down from $6.1 billion, or $0.72 per share.
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However, Microsoft's revenue matched the forecast of analysts polled by Thomson Reuters and exceeded their earnings-per-share estimate by $0.05. Sales growth for tablets and Windows helped Microsoft's results.
On a pro forma basis, which excludes certain one-time items, revenue increased 8 percent and earnings per share rose 5 percent.
"I sum up this quarter in two words: execution and transition," Nadella said on a conference call to discuss the results. "We delivered solid financial results and we took several steps to reorient Microsoft."
Nadella was appointed CEO in early February, before the quarter was halfway through, and sounded upbeat on his first earnings call since taking over.
He said the results reflect Microsoft's strengths and opportunities in a "mobile-first, cloud-first world," a phrase he has used constantly since becoming CEO.
Keeping the staff and products focused on that idea is one of his priorities, he said on Thursday.
Asked on the call if any significant strategy changes are in the works, Nadella didn't mention any particular area but said his philosophy is to have the company on a continuous cycle of planning and execution, and to revise plans as frequently as needed based on the market.
"We've picked up the pace on asking the hard questions," he said.
Nadella said he was particularly satisfied with the adoption of Microsoft cloud services, which he considers key for the company's long-term outlook.
He cited recent moves to boost the Office and Windows franchises, such as the launch of Office for the iPad, the update to Windows 8.1, the upcoming Windows Phone 8.1 upgrade and the decision to license Windows for free to hardware vendors making smartphones and tablets with screens smaller than 9 inches.
The shift from PCs to mobile creates opportunities for Windows and Office, according to Nadella, but requires a different approach to licensing, pricing and technology.
"We are committed to ensuring that our cloud services are available across all device platforms that people use. We are delivering a cloud for everyone on every device," he said.
The Devices and Consumer division's revenue grew by 12 percent to $8.30 billion, while gross margin fell 1 percent to $4.71 billion. Some highlights were a 4 percent revenue increase in Windows OS sales to hardware vendors, and a 50 percent increase in Surface tablet revenue, to $500 million.
Windows sales to hardware vendors weren't uniform. The regular consumer version of Windows saw revenue drop 15 percent, while Windows Pro, which ships with business PCs, posted a 19 percent gain. Microsoft attributed that growth to strong sales in developed markets and in enterprises, and higher penetration in small and midsized businesses.


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When you marry, it is common for a woman to change her last name, but same-sex couples in Tennessee are running into a problem they never expected."The state had no problems giving us concealed carry permits. We have a license to carry deadly weapons, but they seem to be scared to death to give us a license to be in love with one another," said John Stovall.Stovall and Herman Irby have been together now for 20 years.When they decided to marry in August in New York, where same-sex marriage is legal, and continue to live in Tennessee where it's not, problems began to surface.For legal reasons since the marriage, Stovall wants to change his last name to Irby on his Tennessee driver's license like any other married couple, but the state won't allow it.To pack up and leave Tennessee is out of the question."I have been here for five years. Tennessee is known to be one of the best places to retire in the nation. It has a great climate, not too hot and not too cold," Stovall said.They are stuck in a bureaucratic maze, a marriage recognized in one state but illegal in another.Since the federal government recognizes same-sex unions, Stovall was allowed a name change on his Social Security card. But as long as the couple remains in Tennessee, that is where the legality ends.Chris Sanders of the Tennessee Equality Project says because of sexual preference, the couple's civil rights are being violated."It's perplexing in a lot of ways, but it just is testament to the fact that we need to continue to work to overturn the marriage amendment in Tennessee," said Sanders.
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The Cherokee County Commission has endorsed a proposal to allow counties to ask voters to approve a fraction of a percent in its Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax programs.
The commission on Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution in support of a bill that's pending in the Georgia General Assembly that would allow counties to impose its SPLOST at less than one percent.
The change only applies to county SPLOST programs, not education SPLOST programs used by local boards of education.
Commission Chair Buzz Ahrens said the change provides "flexibility" for local governments as the legislation, if signed by the assembly and signed into law by Gov. Nathan Deal, would give the choice of choosing capital programs that don't need the full penny for funding.
For example, if the county needed projects over a six-year period that totaled $120 million, and the county's annual collections at $30 million per year, would bring in $180 million.
Instead of trying to use up the excess, the county could set the collection rate at less than the one percent.
The Cobb County Commission recently passed a similar resolution in support.
Along with more flexibility for SPLOST collections, Ahrens added he expects to see legislation introduced that could possibly allow a portion of SPLOST proceeds to be used for maintenance, but not operations.
He also said there could be a move to clean up ballot language voters see when they consider imposing a Homestead Option Sales Tax.
In other business, commissioners approved joining a class action that would recover unpaid transfer taxes based in foreclosures by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the Federal Housing Administration.
Cobb, Fulton and Gwinnett counties have all joined the lawsuit, County Attorney Angela Davis said.
"This type of case is springing up all over the country right now, I think, in large part due to the increased number of foreclosures in recent years," she said, adding these agencies claiming exemptions are "not holding water under applicable laws."
The group of lawyers working on the case would be paid on a contingency fee basis and are working to obtain a percentage of the recovery.
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The Orlando Magic waived reserve big man Solomon Jones after the team's 110-94 loss to the Miami Heat on Saturday night.
Waiving Jones, coupled with the decision to waive Hedo Turkoglu on Friday, leaves the Magic's roster at 13 players and gives the Magic some additional roster flexibility. (An NBA team may carry a maximum of 15 players on its roster.)
Jones' salary for the season was $1,186,459, but it was fully unguaranteed. If the Magic had kept him beyond the close of business on Jan. 7, his entire salary would've become guaranteed.
But finances did not factor into the team's decision.
The collective bargaining agreement between the league and the players contains a rule that encourages teams to sign veteran players with three or more years of experience; because of that rule, if the Magic had kept Jones beyond Jan. 7, the team would've paid him only $884,293 while a league-wide fund would've paid the remaining $302,166 of his salary.
Jones grew up in the Orlando suburb of Mount Dora and graduated from Mount Dora High.
He appeared in 11 games this season for the Magic.
Memories of Turk
Of all the people inside Amway Center on Saturday night, perhaps no one understands Turkoglu's value as a teammate better than Magic point guard Jameer Nelson and Heat forward Rashard Lewis.
Turkoglu, Nelson, Lewis and Dwight Howard formed the Magic's nucleus during the latter half of last decade, and the Magic's starting frontcourt of Turkoglu at small forward, Lewis at power forward and Howard at center created matchup headaches for opponents.
The Magic's decision to waive Turkoglu on Friday left Nelson and Lewis a bit nostalgic as tipoff approached Saturday between the Magic and the Heat.
"He just had a all-around game that was hard to guard," Lewis said. "It created a lot of problems, and it really helped us get to that next level."
Turkoglu appeared in 497 regular-season games for the Magic and played a key role in the team's run to the 2009 NBA Finals.
"He brought a lot to the team on and off the court," Nelson said. "He was a great person, and obviously has done a lot of great things for the organization. He's one that, I think, should go down in history here in the Magic organization."
It seems everyone who's been around the Magic for a while has a story to tell about Turkoglu. The memories revolve around Turkoglu's quirks and how Turkoglu managed to raise his game at key times during the 2009 playoffs.
"He's most definitely a funny guy," Lewis said, a smile on his face. "Sometimes you've got to kick Turk in the butt to get him going. Sometimes he gets a little lazy. But when it was gametime and when it really counted, that's when he really rose to the occasion and stepped his game up."
Turkoglu's accent and husky voice still prompt some laughs.
"I still don't understand when I talk to him," Nelson said. "I just talk to him over text.""Painful lesson"
Magic coach Jacque Vaughn said that Tuesday night's 87-81 overtime loss in Cleveland remains painful, but he thinks the experience will help the team in the future.
The Magic led the Cavs 78-68 with 1:21 left in regulation and 79-72 with 14.0 seconds left in regulation.
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Reuben is a member of The Motley Fool Blog Network -- entries represent the personal opinion of the blogger and are not formally edited.
United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS) recently called natural gas a "game changer" for vehicle emissions. That's true, and companies like UPS, Waste Management (NYSE: WM), and Clean Energy Fuels (NASDAQ: CLNE) are ahead of the curve.
Garbage collection relies on a large number of vehicles that perform the same tasks every day on a regular basis. Large numbers of garbage trucks are owned by individual companies and normally all end up in the same place at night. Everything about the movements of these vehicles is so finely scheduled, that it makes the cost of switching to natural gas worthwhile.
Environmental shift
Waste Management is the perfect example. More than 80% of this company's new garbage trucks are powered by natural gas. Its natural gas fleet has more than 2,000 garbage trucks. And it allows outsiders access to 15 or so of its around 40 natural gas fueling stations. For a company like Waste Management, using natural gas not only saves the company money, but it also helps improve its image as environmentally conscious.
The company's top line took a hit during the 2007 to 2009 recession, but has since gotten back on track. It earned more in 2012 than it did in 2008, its previous peak year. Earnings, however, have been more volatile. Margin compression over the last three years led to a bottom line drop last year and earnings still remain below pre-recession levels.
That said, the company is in the middle of an important industry shift toward green initiatives. It isn't surprising that Waste Management is experiencing some short-term weakness. That said, the company earned over $1.75 a share last year and has increased its dividend annually for a decade. With an around 3.4% dividend yield, environmentally-conscious income investors should be taking a look.
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Clean Energy is focused on providing natural gas for such vehicle fleets. It owns, operates, or supplies around 350 natural gas fueling stations in over 30 states. It started out focusing on fleet vehicles like garbage trucks, buses, and airport vehicles, which together represent a $5.5 billion market opportunity. Clean Energy, however, has its sights on a bigger prize, the long-haul truck market. It believes that's a $25 billion opportunity all by itself.
To tap into this market, Clean Energy has been building fueling stations along the country's interstate highway system. Although all of its sites aren't yet operational because of a lack of demand, that should change over time. For example, the company notes that 3% of garbage trucks sold were natural gas powered in 2008. By 2013, 60% of the garbage trucks sold used natural gas.
Clean Energy expects 35% of the long-haul trucks sold to be powered by natural gas by 2017. If that happens, Clean Energy is way ahead of the curve. That said, building out a fueling system without customers is costly. The company hasn't made money in seven years and probably won't make money in 2013. However, when the business turns profitable, it could be quick and in a big way.
Clean Energy is a pure play on natural gas as a vehicle fuel for more aggressive investors.
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If you question how important switching to natural gas could be, look no further than UPS. The company estimates that it could save as much as 40% on fuel costs by switching to natural gas. The big benefit will come from switching over its long-haul trucks.
Scott Wicker, the company's chief sustainability officer, recently told Bloomberg that "It's really the vehicles that are on the freeways that burn the most fuel." The company has plans to buy around 1,000 natural gas powered trucks over the next two years. This will be an integral part of the company's move to cut costs and improve margins in an increasingly tough market.
The company's top line has been on the mend since falling during the recession, but last year was a difficult one on the bottom line with earnings falling over $3.80 a share to about $0.80. The big problem that UPS faces is that customers have been shifting their delivery methods to reduce costs, cutting into UPS' profitability.
However, UPS is an industry leader and one of the most efficient operators. The shares yield around 2.8% and the dividend has been increased in all but one year over the past decade. The shares are expensive at the moment based on recent performance, but this is a company that should be on green investors' watch lists.
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Natural gas is going to be increasingly important in the transportation industry. However, it's the country's trucking fleet, both local and long-haul, that will be the first to switch. UPS and Waste Management are on that bandwagon. Waste Management looks worthwhile today, but UPS looks expensive right now. Money losing Clean Energy, however, could be the biggest beneficiary, as it is setting itself up to be the leader in the natural gas fueling space.
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Over the course of two decades, professors at ASU have fine-tuned a program to help families for free. It specifically helps those adjusting after a divorce.
Students learn about just every subject at the university level -- now families can learn about something pretty important there together as well.
"After every session I left with hope," says Melvin William.
Melvin William has finished a 10 week program with psychology researchers at Arizona State University. It's called New Beginnings and it's designed to help parents reconnect with their children before, during, and after a divorce.
William says he reconnected with his children.
"Not only am I going to survive this whole being divorced thing, but with hope that my kids won't repeat the mistakes I've made."
"They can share that oh yeah, this is happening, so they provide each other advice, support and feedback and also keep each other honest," says Dr. Erwin Sandler, ASU Professor of Psychology.
Dr. Erwin Sandler has been studying families who've separated for 15 years. He's found New Beginnings can be just that.
"we found that children whose parents who been in the program had lower levels of depression, lower levels of abuse, less involvement in the criminal justice system, higher grades and higher self-esteem," says Dr. Sandler.
Some help for families who really need it.
The National Institute of Health funded the program. ASU is now looking for parents to sign up for the classes.
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text: STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN (KDAL) - Hoping to emulate Sweden's bioenergy savvy, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton on Friday signed a pact to continue working on bioenergy research, technology and public policy with the country. Dayton and a Swedish government official signed the document in Stockholm while the governor was in town on a trade mission. Sweden generates 32 percent of its energy from biofuels, and Minnesota has been working with the country for several years in an effort to learn how. The 10-day trade mission will take Dayton and 35 Minnesotans to Sweden, Norway and Germany to promote Minnesota exports and encourage foreign direct investment into the state.


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Adding Pattern: 5 Terrific Tile Floors
What do these bathrooms have in common? They each have gorgeous tile floors that give them a lovely, unique feel.
- Eclectic tiles create a quilt-like effect in a black and white bathroom from Whiting Architects.
- A lovely bathroom that juxtaposes sleek fixtures with a busy, geometric floor pattern. From Bolig.
- An opulent, carefully-designed bathroom in France has all the right details, from the cabinet for towels to the beautiful flooring. From Marie Claire Maison.
- A clean-lined sink and vintage tub pair surprisingly well with botanical tiles at the American Trade Hotel in Panama City. From Yatzer
- Seafoam green walls add lightness and elegance alongside floral tiles in this London bathroom. From House to Home.
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LOVE the first one! (You would need to since it 's SUCH a strong pattern, it would be easy to get tired of it..)
the floor with the black tub is FABULOUS! I May just steal this idea for my renovation coming up.
Four out of five pictures here seem to be cement tiles. Can anybody tell me whether they will work outside in a mild climate (nights below freezing in winter, but days above)?
Thank you!
As someone who just put encaustic cement tiles in her bathroom can tell you: one word of caution. Be quite careful with color uniformity. Many of these tiles have drastic color varations, and they are highly prone to chipping and breakage. It is a wonderful aesthetic, but even if you order one style of tile and order them allat once, there can be heavy variations in color.
I love the look of these European bathrooms. It's such a breath of fresh air after seeing so many modern spa-like bathrooms in model homes I just visited.
Love the first and last most of all.
@Nyumba: three little word - under-floor heating.
Can you put cement tiles in a steam shower?
I do not know about modern cement tiles, but those from 20s-30s I had on the porch were perfectly frost resistant.


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The amount of any loan made under section 1511 (a) of this title with respect to a project described in that section shall not exceed 50 percent of the cost of such project; except that if the loan is made to a person proposing to make application of the resources of the reservoir involved primarily for space heating or cooling or process heat for one or more structures or facilities then existing or under construction, the loan may be in any amount up to 90 per centum of such cost. In any event no loan shall be made in an amount in excess of $3,000,000.
Source(Pub. L. 96–294, title VI, § 612,June 30, 1980, 94 Stat. 764.)
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Swords of Chaos, I'm not dead!
Feb 10 2012, 05:23 AM
Post #1
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
In a world on the brink of war, a young boy and his friends must discover the truth within the legends
Beta Demo 2.5 is now released.
Progress Log
*Will get a nicer looking progress log eventually*
Chara Develop Layout: 99%
Story Layout: 95%
Main Story Events: 15% (Yes, quite a long game)
Mapping: 15%
Side Quests: 20%
Enemies: 15%?
Items: 90%
Weapons: 95%
Armor: 95%
Fishing: 20%
In a world known as Somnium, there are 5 great cities known as Haruo, Natsuro, Akiro, Fuyuro, and Shizon. These cities once waged a great war long ago, and during this war, a huge, ominous tower emerged, from which a dark creature emerged, and razed many villages. 1 man from each city settled their differences, and teamed up to kill this creature at the cost of their lives. In sorrow over the lost of these heroes, the leaders from each city stopped fighting. For centuries, the cities lived in peace.... However, this era of peace slowly fades away as conflicts between the cities, particular Shizon and Haruo, progressively escalate. Eventually, Shizon City decides to send an army to Haruo City, much to their astonishment. They request help from Natsuro City, thus beginning Ryuu's journey...
Ryuu and his friends must deal with the political and warfare issues between the cities, but with the seeds of war sown, they also must conflict with a mysterious man who is intent on sprouting these seeds.
The world is called Somnium, and it has multiple continents, which most of them are centered around one of the 5 great cities mentioned above. Some cities have a very prominent social hierarchy, while others not so much. Every city does have a 'royal family', whose role is almost always serving as leaders of their respective cities.
In every part of the world, monsters are abound, who every now and then, invade small villages. Usually, the monsters are easily defeated by the average mercenary, but for some unknown reason, recently, monsters have become far more powerful than usual and are growing in numbers and have been getting increasingly more daring, even attacking the 5 great cities.
Additionally, in Somnium, there is a legend of 5 legendary swords called the "Demon Swords", which are very malevolent weapons that have very unusual powers. They have very specific appearance features too. They are named according to their abilities:
Reduction Sword - reduces its victims abilities
Illusion Sword - causes its victims to see illusions
Serpent Sword - twists and turns and can split into multiple blades
Calligraphy Sword - carves patterns into whatever it makes contact with
Hell Sword - creates darkness and cuts through anything
Other than general descriptions, these swords are mostly shrouded in mystery.
Gender: Male
Age: 17
Ryuu comes from the royal family of Natsuro City, but Ryuu simply brushes off this title as just a flashy name and he prefers that people refer to him casually. Although usually seen as a bit arrogant in terms of combat and cynical, he does deeply care for his friends and has a strong sense of justice. Has a bad habit of rushing into action when people are endangered. Ryuu has a younger brother named Tsura, who is a bit of a pervert (and tends to use words like "trolling", much to Ryuu's annoyance). Ryuu is sent by his father along with his 2 friends, Sho and Akina to help defend Haruo City from its invaders.
Ryuu specializes in using swords and fire and water magic. Many of his attack names have the word "dragon" in its name.
Gender: Female
Age: 16
Ryuu's level-headed friend. She is generally kind and caring to all, but gets annoyed fairly easily, especially by Tsura, as she is often the target of Tsura's perverted jokes. She tends to scold Ryuu for his bad attitude. Akina lives in Natsuro City with her uncle, a fairly wealthy businessman, as her parents died many years ago, and Akina's grandfather traverses the world to record the various monsters plaguing the world.
Akina specializes in using bows, but she also has some skill in healing spells. She has all around stats, and many of her skills are cheap and learned fairly quickly in comparison to other characters
Gender: Male
Age: 16
A very cowardly friend of Ryuu's. He is often the target of insults by Ryuu. Even though Sho at heart wishes to help his friends, his fearful nature often hides that. Sho's mother runs the inn in Natsuro City, as his father is no longer alive. Despite his weaknesses, Sho eventually agrees to partake in the journey. Sho seems to harbor secret feelings for Akina, although he is unsuccessful in hiding it from Ryuu.
Sho specializes in using healing magic and later, light magic. Great power in magic, low defenses.... your basic white mage
-Ziifee's Wait Gauge Battle System, making the battles real-time
-Many, many hours of gameplay
-Many different characters, of varying strengths and weaknesses in both personality, and combat
-There are 3 different endings: Good, Dark, and Neutral.
-There is a karma system, which is increased or decreased base on your choices in the game. The karma points will affect which ending you get
-You can choose from 4 different difficulty levels. You start out with normal and hard mode. The others are unlocked through beating the game
-Uses Modern Algebra's Reserve Party Script. All your party members will gain the same amount of experience, even if they are in the reserve
-Your party members will always join at the same lvl as Ryuu! No more worrying about getting under leveled party members!
-Can go up to lvl 250
-You can synthesize items
-Lots of sidequests, ranging from simple fetch quests, to intense, optional boss fights
-Fishing Feature
-Large selection of equipment, especially in terms of accessories
-You can change your windowskin
-Stunning shatter effects upon entering battle thanks to Modern Algebra's Shatter Transitions Script
-ALL open books are readable!
A forest maze shrouded in thick fog. Getting lost here can be deadly
Ryuu's "House"... More like Ryuu's Manor
A look at the main character's home, Natsuro City. Ryuu's Manor and the Natsuro Embassy can be found by crossing a bridge northwards. Heading south will lead to the marketplace.
Ah yes, the magical plant, durus. Immune to magic but falls to ordinary torches
Verdant Catacombs is the name of this glorious home of fungi and a variety of plants
One of the optional bosses of the game
A look into one of the 1st dungeons of the game. This villain seems to know his stuff when it comes to impeding our heroes with lava
Haruo City is an extremely large, Japanese based city. Thus, the Japanese tiles are appropriate. There's a variety of places to visit, including a tavern, greenhouse, and an inventor's home, just to name a few
A small, mountainous trail with a cave to explore
A colorful autumn-themed forest....... Hey, what the heck are those plants doing there?!?
Something is terribly wrong...
Blue flames, slightly transparent floor, spacial background...
A strange, fog-covered town...
Another forest... I'm beginning to overuse forests
yays, ice/crystal areas. A personal favorite of mine, as long as they don't have sliding ice puzzles
This is a beta map, and contains some mapping errors not present in the final version. sorry
Puzzles from hell!
Thanks to OriginalWiJ for that wonderful fixed pic script. Made this devilish puzzle possible
Fighting on a boat. Hoorays
The following images contain spoilers for the events in the demo
That Erven guy wasn't just a random nobody
New party member
Probably an expected interaction between those two
Remember that Blooid Incarnate Guy from Yokai Hill? He's back for another round!
lots and lots and lots of books
Interpret how you will
I have made a forum for my games. In addition to Swords of Chaos, it will include information on a new, much smaller side-project I will start soon
Come join here!
You, player, for taking the time to try out my game!
Akod, for his immense support, especially when it came to errors within the game.
Sprites/Faces/battler graphics
Midget Man
Mr G & W
And of course, all those excellent musicians, composers etc who made the music I will be using for this game (music from other games is used) (Although not specifically credited here to avoid spoiling the music that is going to be used, they will be credited in the game's credits of course )
This post has been edited by Issun01: Mar 17 2014, 05:43 AM
Feb 20 2012, 05:54 PM
Post #2
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Sounds interesting. Can't wait for the release! I'll be watching for it.
Mar 1 2012, 02:03 AM
Post #3
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Sorry for lack of updates lately. Although internet issues have prevented me from coming on here in a while, I've been rather busy with other stuff anyways. I will get right back to working on my game very soon. I'll do my best to get a demo up soon. It may take a while, as one of the biggest challenges for me is writing good dialogue, despite having character development and the story already planned out
Anyways, there will also be a fishing feature. Credit goes to Aindra for fishing pole template.
Oh and btw, Burning Fighting Spirit from Tales of Vesperia will be used as the main boss theme for the game
Mar 1 2012, 04:16 AM
Post #4
Snake Eater
Type: Writer
Alignment: Neutral Good
I have high hopes for a game like this. After reading the story, this can be one of the best gems in the VX collection once completed. I would love to see any more of the story when it's done.
"Yo pops, I'll have the stupid special."
(What makes a hero?)
(Man's desire is a curse.)
(All crave for fortune.)
Mar 5 2012, 02:42 AM
Post #5
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Sorry for lack of updates lately. Although internet issues have prevented me from coming on here in a while, I've been rather busy with other stuff anyways. I will get right back to working on my game very soon. I'll do my best to get a demo up soon. It may take a while, as one of the biggest challenges for me is writing good dialogue, despite having character development and the story already planned out
Anyways, there will also be a fishing feature. Credit goes to Aindra for fishing pole template.
Oh and btw, Burning Fighting Spirit from Tales of Vesperia will be used as the main boss theme for the game
I can't wait! I understand your issue with the dialogue, I have the same problem all the time. I'll be watching for the demo and will try to give you feedback ASAP.
Mar 12 2012, 02:01 AM
Post #6
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Here's some more screenshots. The first 2 depict a prototype of the farming village map I'm working on atm, hence the reason the buildings don't have windows or stuff like that. Sidequests will be abound in this village
The third screenshot depicts a sorta "campfire" scene. These type of scenes appear multiple times throughout the game.
The OP has been updated with these screenshots and updated credits
This post has been edited by Issun01: Mar 12 2012, 05:20 AM
Mar 12 2012, 01:43 PM
Post #7
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
It's looking good! Progress seems to be coming along nicely.
Mar 20 2012, 05:43 AM
Post #8
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Equipment design is well under progress. As said before, there is quite a large selection equipment. I estimate about 1/3 of the equipment is done. I will also get a progress log up soon.
I'm honestly quite surprised (and thankful!) of the attention this thread has gotten. Thanks to everyone who took the time to read this thread. I will definitely keep up the hard work
EDIT: Here's an updated version of an older screenshot:
*Can be viewed in the first post*
This post has been edited by Issun01: Mar 27 2012, 11:25 PM
Mar 23 2012, 08:23 PM
Post #9
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
My apologies for the double post, but.....
Major Update!
Demo is getting prepared for release.
-Quite a few hours of playtime is available in the story alone
-Meet 3 new party members
-Face an optional boss
-partake in a variety of sidequests by talking to various NPCs
-Fend off mysterious villains
-multiple scenes allow you to make a choice. Your choices affect your karma points, which a play a major role in the ending of the game
-Learn about the mysterious "Demon Swords"
In addition, there is a 2nd demo planned.
-In addition to the 3 met in the main demo, a 4th new party member that will appear in the final version will also be playable in this demo
-All party members will be at lvl 75
-Better equipment (not counting accessories)
-Sneak peak at some of the future battle themes that will be used
-Takes place in a small town that will probably not be used in the main game
And here's another screenshot, depicting one of the first dungeons of the game
*Can be viewed on the first post*
This post has been edited by Issun01: Mar 27 2012, 11:26 PM
Mar 24 2012, 04:44 PM
Post #10
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Awesome! I've been looking forward to this game demo for a while! I'll be sure to give you feedback once you upload the demo and I play through it.
Mar 31 2012, 05:38 AM
Post #11
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Unfortunately, due to personal issues going on, the demo's release has been delayed. I'm now back in action and I hope to have the demo release by the end of next week.
Mar 31 2012, 03:53 PM
Post #12
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Sounds good! We all have personal issues so no worries. I'll be watching for the release!
Apr 1 2012, 04:22 AM
Post #13
Type: Writer
Alignment: Unaligned
ehm, RTP graphic ? but actually it's good story and graphic it's dosen't matter just continue the progress
i will try the demo, i'll waiting untill it release
keep spirit bro/sist
Apr 8 2012, 07:16 AM
Post #14
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Demo is just about ready to released. I'm currently playing through it to try to find any bugs that need fixing, whether the enemies are too easy/hard on each difficulty, whether the dialogue needs refining, etc.
I hope the alpha demo will be enjoyed when its released! After the alpha demo is finished, I'll work on a beta demo in which I'll do a lot of work on the graphical part of the game.
I thank everyone for their support. Knowing I have people looking forward to the release of the demo gives me even more motivation to work my hardest The demo will be released soon, and I thank you guys for your continued patience.
Apr 8 2012, 03:16 PM
Post #15
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Awesome! I'll be watching for the demo upload!
Apr 19 2012, 02:29 AM
Post #16
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
The demo is finally here!!!
Please alert me of any bugs, glitches, or errors.
Or your thoughts on the game itself of course
This post has been edited by Issun01: Apr 21 2012, 09:01 PM
Apr 20 2012, 08:48 PM
Post #17
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Downloading now. I will tell you if I encounter any glitches as soon as I find them.
Umm...I'm having some issues extracting the game. Every time I get to "The Wilderness of Sadness.mp3" it freezes up. Would you mind trying to re-compress it or compress it into a .zip?
Thanks in advance!
This post has been edited by Akod: Apr 20 2012, 10:35 PM
Apr 21 2012, 09:07 AM
Post #18
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Downloading now. I will tell you if I encounter any glitches as soon as I find them.
Umm...I'm having some issues extracting the game. Every time I get to "The Wilderness of Sadness.mp3" it freezes up. Would you mind trying to re-compress it or compress it into a .zip?
Thanks in advance!
I just tried compressing it to .zip and downloading it myself, but the same error occured. I'm currently trying to figure out what the issue is
Apr 21 2012, 08:58 PM
Post #19
The chao is thinking, so stfu
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
This new link should work. I had to switch to a different site, as medifire wouldn't allow files larger than 200 mb.
Apr 23 2012, 12:39 AM
Post #20
Type: Designer
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
I've played it a bit and so far I've found things. Not glitches but things that make it look bad.
1. When you go to the Dojo and ask about Stats, it says "YOu"
2. When you beat a battle it says "300Gold were obtained" and you can fix this by adding a space before the word Gold in the terms tab and going into the script editor and in the Vocab section at the top change line 39 from (ObtainGold = "%s%s were obtained!") to (ObtainGold = "%s%s was obtained!")
3. After you leave the starting town if you go down and talk to the soldier, the word Trespassing is misspelled.
4. (I'm not sure if this is supposed to be like this or not) When you save, all the sprites look identical.
I died at the enemy ????? so I'm gonna grind a bit and try again now!
I've played some more now and I've found a few more things, including one issue.
1. The issue is once you get to Erven in his tower and take the hex back to the beginning, if you try going back up, you'll end up in a wall.
2. In the dragon tower the chest in the corner that contains the 500 gold says 500 Gald.
3. During the argument outside Erven's tower, Ryuu says "own" instead of "one".
4. The mayor says ahte instead of hate at one point.
5. While the elder is talking the word "I've" gets cut off a little along with the word "on".
6. While the elder talks about the first sword absorbing the Phoenix's power, a line is cut off, making it make no sense.
7. The elder says "a likely a survivor" when talking about the guy from the woods.
8. The guy who's pocket watch was stolen says "man with a bearded man".
9. When the old woman outside the shop in Natsuro talks about the shrine she says "The shrine collapsed 13 years for...".
So far most of your mistakes are just grammatical errors but that is common. Love the game so far, the plot is great and quite interesting. The dragon protecting the Crystal Egg was insane! I had to be very fast with my heals that battle but unfortunately right at the end Akina died and I realized that I didn't have any Life Potions so she missed the EXP. I still haven't decided if I should get rid of the poison I bought though. lol
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Sorry for my bad English, as you can see from the picture it's not my native language XD
I found this on one of those annoying "Otaku kawaii desu!" facebook pages. I had some doubts about the english translation when I saw the kanji for "to drink", so I asked some other japanese students and turns out I was right.The japanese sentence says "I really like to drink your sperm", which you can clearly see it's not what the english "translation" says at all.The admin of this weeaboo facebook page, knowing nothing of japanese, believed it meant exactly "I love everything about you", she was even kind enough to translate it to italian in the description. Needless to say s/he was VERY wrong.
And I just had to tell them.(They deleted the picture as soon as they noticed my comment, btw)
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