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There was a threat of snow this weekend, so we did our Sunday errands on Saturday night in the hopes that any snow would come & be gone before Monday morning, when I have to leave the house. Snow is a BIG DEAL here because they don't salt the
roads, and we live on mountains. That's right – no salt to melt the ice, just sand for a little traction. Many of the streets get closed when snow comes. Many people just stay home. People in Seattle don't know how to drive in snow, for the most part (people in Seattle don't really know how to drive, period; but that's a different post).
It's been raining a lot – surprise, surprise! – but it's that gentle Northwestern rain that doesn't stop any outdoor activity. Last weekend we explored a local park with a lovely trail along a small creek. This trail is probably ten minutes from our house (and that, only because there's a construction detour we weren't aware of) but it feels like you're in the middle of the woods. The ground is so saturated from the regular rains, it's hard to believe that until a few weeks ago, we were having a drought year. The past few weeks have made up for it to the point that if February continues the way it began, it will have been a normal s
now pack year in the Cascades. That's a big deal for us Puget Sounders, because our water (and our electricity, not to mention the electricity we sell to California) depends on the Cascades getting enough snow during the winter.
While everyone on the East coast, in the Midwest, and now lately even in the South getting deluged by terrible winter storms, we've been mild and snow-free enough to enrage the skiers. I have not ventured up onto the mountains for winter sports; maybe next year. I enjoy snowshoeing and wouldn't mind trying cross-country skiing, but the pictures of the roads getting to the ski areas has deterred me enough that I don't mind waiting.
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Frankenstein Created Woman(1967)
A tormented girl (Susan Denberg) drowns herself after her lover is framed for her father s murder and guillotined. Baron Frankenstein (Peter Cushing), experimenting with the transfer of souls, places her lover s soul into her body, bringing Christina back to life. With no memories of her past life, she becomes driven by a ghostly revenge and carries out a violent retribution on those responsible for both deaths.
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Starring: Peter Cushing, Susan Denberg, Thorley Walters, Duncan Lamont, Barry Warren, Derek Fowlds
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Hammer with a Soul.
Reviewed by Brian Orndorf, February 16, 2014
By the time "Frankenstein Created Woman" arrived in theaters in 1967, the series, from legendary horror factory Hammer Films, was already three installments into its run. Facing a new cinematic adventure, the producers elected to avoid coarse savagery of the flesh to travel within, sparking to a story concerning the trappable aspects of the human soul. Of course, some gore zone visits were required to please the fan base, yet, for the most part, "Frankenstein Creates Woman" is a movie with ideas, just no real sense of how implement them into a riveting feature. Lead work from Peter Cushing is reliably passionate and regal, and bombshell Susan Denberg makes an impression as an innocent vengeance machine, but the effort lacks a certain macabre zest present in other Hammer Horror endeavors. While it's digestible, with a handful of respectable scenes, the picture doesn't rise to the occasion, reaching its potential as a Frankenstein film with a minor in metaphysics.
As a young boy, Hans (Robert Morris) witnessed the execution of his father for the crime of murder. A decade later, Hans keeps busy assisting Baron Frankenstein (Peter Cushing), who, with the aid of Dr. Hertz (Thorley Walters), is attempting to perfect a process that could isolate and trap a human soul, permitting study and possibly a chance to revive the dead. Hans is in love with Christina (Susan Denberg), a disfigured girl who's ashamed of her looks, openly taunted by the locals, including fancy creeps Anton (Peter Blythe), Karl (Barry Warren), and Johann (Derek Fowlds). When the troublemakers team up to harass Christina's father, restaurateur Kleve (Alan McNaughton), the men end up committing murder, allowing Hans to take the blame. Sent to the guillotine for his crime, Hans is executed, with Christine opting to kill herself out of despair. Trying to make the best out of a bad situation, Frankenstein captures Hans's soul and places it inside Christina's body. Now refreshed and beautiful, the transformed woman teams with her new internal spirit to exact revenge on the remorseless dandies.
The marketing materials for "Frankenstein Created Woman" promise a feature of exposed females and dark science, playing into the pulpy standards of Hammer Horror as a home for cheap thrills. It's not that movie, finding director Terence Fisher ("The Hound of the Baskervilles") and screenwriter Anthony Hinds in a more reflective mood, attempting to elevate the material with big ideas on spiritual function. Not that "Frankenstein Created Woman" is a dissertation on the meaning of life and the essence of humanity, but there's a slight sense of wonder to the picture that makes it enticing, observing the character chase after the intangible, which is made a very real thing in the film, imagined as a glowing orb of light.
Of course, that soul of innocence has to go somewhere, with the second half of the picture devoted to Christina's rebirth with Hans's battery, triggering an appetite for revenge that leads the feature to more recognizable elements of bloodshed and terror. "Frankenstein Created Woman" misses the mark in terms of scares, with no real element of danger in place, but the movie carries rage well, properly motivating the killing spree by making the dandies utterly reprehensible characters who get off on humiliating others, making Christina and her facial woes their primary target. The production doesn't let loose, transforming the body count into a visceral experience, but the oddity of such a premise, with Christina a puppet to Hans's ethereal demands, is almost enough to sustain interest, especially when this Hammer chapter doesn't show much interest in sex appeal (Playboy Playmate Denberg is unexpectedly demure here) or outrageous gore, with shock shots reserved for a few beheadings.
While "Frankenstein" lacks dramatic firepower, it does have Cushing, who delivers his customary excellence in a lacking role, as the Baron almost comes off as a supporting player in his own movie. Making the implausible authentic, Cushing is fun to watch, emphasizing the character's thirst for scientific breakthrough, while bantering lightly with Morris, who has his moments as Hertz. The ensemble moves as instructed, with acts of bullying and fear on the menu, and while performances register as intended, "Frankenstein Created Woman" aches for more Cushing.
Frankenstein Created Woman Blu-ray, Video Quality
The AVC encoded image (1.78:1 aspect ratio) presentation hasn't been exposed to an exhaustive restoration for its Blu-ray debut, but the basics are handled adequately. Print damage is minimal, with a few blotches and some mild speckling. Filtering is employed throughout, with mild haloing and flatness of depth, but some fine detail remains, with passable facial particulars and fibrous costumes. Colors aren't lush, but they convey information as intended, best served with fabrics and skintones, which retain their cinematic appearance. Blacks are largely preserved, but instances of crush arise throughout the picture, solidifying distances and dark fabrics. Compression artifacts are spotted, but it's not a habitual display.
Frankenstein Created Woman Blu-ray, Audio Quality
The Dolby Digital 2.0 sound mix doesn't provide a weight that's appealing for this type of picture, with most of the listening experience on the harsh side, pushing shrillness during moments of intensity. Dialogue exchanges remain intact, with Cushing's commanding voice presented with clarity, while the rest of the cast and their dramatic choices are easily understood. Atmospherics are preserved but never adventurous, with a flatness that's matched to the score. While dutifully excitable, the music isn't full, leaving it more supplementary than commanding.
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Enjoyable if never outstanding, "Frankenstein Created Woman" is mild escapism from Hammer Horror, failing to develop its oddity into insanity, a land where all the great genre films reside. Although the proper ingredients are here, displaying loathsome baddies, a beautiful woman, and a hunger for vengeance, the effort elects a tonal mildness that doesn't get the juices flowing. Playing God shouldn't be this peaceful.
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Here you see one of the Mayor of London's flagship cycling policies, known as cycle superhighways. They're great, aren't they? They darn well should be. The first two cost £22 million. That buys a lot of blue paint.
Cyclists! Welcome to London!
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Oh dear!
There lies a problem, which I guess from the pictures, nobody is doing anything to tackle.
Isn't a mandatory lane as good as a double yellow line???
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Blue paint is very good for hiding structural problems.
Still, it's more than Ken ever managed with his chauffeur-driven limo.
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What about the blue CS7 squares in middle of road, does that mean we can cycle in middle of road without getting beeped by impatient white van drivers
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Boris has promised that the mandatory cycle lanes on Southwark Bridge Road will be enforced:
Can someone – a cycling organisation, or something (I know Resonance don't have a lot of money) – get some annoyingly large (15-20cm across) and difficult-to-remove stickers distributed, with something scathing or embarrasing printed on them?
A friend in Lyon carries stickers like that. Any time he sees someone parked in an antisocial manner, they get one slapped in the middle of the driver's side of their windscreen.
@Wilson: Thanks for your comment. What you suggest sounds like it might be counterproductive and run the risk of breaking the law (graffiti? defacement of private property?). This is a more subtle solution that gets the point across just as well.
http://www.cycletoworkcalculator.com Steve (from CycleToWorkCalculator.com)
Oh dear. This just demonstrates AGAIN how London authorities do not really see cycling as a valid and important means of transport in this overcrowded city.
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Back in 2008, McGuire Entrepreneurship Program venture team Cookie Fusion showed off its impressive prototype to the year-end competition judges: a selection of fresh-baked, gourmet cookies.
Cookie Fusion was one of three finalists that year, and team members Derek Jaeger, Adam Koven, and Nate Ransom went on to launch the venture, now called The Cravory, in San Diego.
"After we graduated from UA, we met with investors, but we only had a business plan for a brick and mortar location without a proven brand, product, or even concept," said Koven. "Many investors thought it was not the right time to be opening a storefront without an established model."
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"One of the reasons we launched the company in San Diego is demographics," Koven said. In addition to a large population base, the city boasts over 35 farmer's markets. "They are located all over town and happen on different days. By tapping into the farmer's markets, we have been able to test our product in different areas with unique demographics. Not only have we been able to establish our brand, but we have also been able to see where we would most likely succeed if we were to open a storefront."
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The federal agency responsible for policing tobacco sales had a "serious lack of oversight" and couldn't provide proper records for $127 million worth of cigarettes used in undercover operations, according to a new report from the Justice Department's Inspector General.
"(D)ue to inadequate documentation of cigarette inventories, when we reviewed records," said the audit of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, "we were unable to reconcile the disposition of 2.1 million of the more than 9.9 million cartons … purchased for [those] investigations." The report estimated that the retail value of the missing cigarettes was $127 million.
The report also alleged that local field offices often disregarded guidance about how to conduct undercover "churning" investigations, in which the ATF sold cigarettes to criminal targets, and sometimes "misused the proceeds." In one instance, said the IG's report, a confidential informant was allowed to keep more than $4.9 million of the $5.2 million generated by selling cigarettes as part of a churning operation.
"We found that the more than $4.9 million covered more than just the business expenses related to ATF activity," said the report, "including 100 percent of the confidential informant's total business operating overhead and more than $2.3 million in profit."
According to the report, the IG's office made 17 separate recommendations to the DOJ and the ATF on how to improve oversight of undercover sales operations. "ATF officials told us that ATF had begun to take corrective actions to address many of the deficiencies we identified," said the report.
In a response to the report, the ATF said it had recognized issues with how its income-generating investigations were conducted in 2011, and that had taken steps to address the problems: "Readers of the report may inaccurately conclude that these historical problems continue to the current day. They do not."
The ATF also objected to the IG's estimate of the value of the allegedly missing cigarettes. The ATF said it was able to account for 85 percent of the cartons that the IG report couldn't locate, and that it was misleading to use the retail value of the cigarettes to compute their cost, since they were generally sold at wholesale prices to black marketeers. The ATF said that its figures showed that under half a million cigarettes were undocumented, with a wholesale value of $7.3 million.
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Pairing: LarsxRhen DameonxRhen (OMG Did I really just put that?!)
Rating: T (in other words, PG13)
Warnings: Offensive language, angst, and some mature situations. I will definitely warn beforehand.
Planned Length: Long. Im going for a novel with this one.
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NOTES: This takes place nearly two years after the end of Aveyond, when Rhen decided to become Queen and wed Dameon.
The black steed flew up and over the berry bushes gracefully, his muscles tightening upon the grounds impact. His passenger laughed merrily, leaning forward and flinging her arms around the horses neck in a loving hug.
Ready to go again? Rhen asked the animal excitedly, rising back into position before taking hold of the reins.
I agreed to a quick horseback ride, a voice spoke, inducing Rhen to turn and face her red-haired companion, Not watch you two jump over bushes and hedges all day.
Rhen stuck out her lower lip in what she hoped to be a convincing pout.
But Mayonaka has to train or hell never be able to jump the hedge in the west garden! Rhen tried to reason, lightly bumping Mayonakas sides to get him moving.
Talia merely frowned.
That hedge is eight feet high. You shouldnt even be jumping over these little bushes! What if you were knocked off? Talia chastised, watching Rhen take position for another jump.
I have total confidence in Mayonaka here, Rhen spoke, patting said horses neck. As if to answer her, Mayonaka snorted in agreement, before Rhen flicked the reigns. After a short but quick take off, the bush was once again cleared.
Talia sighed, knowing she would get nowhere with the current topic.
Well youll have to train at a later time, Talia gave in, grabbing hold of her own horses reigns, We have to get you back to the castle. The Druids will be arriving soon and you must prepare.
Rhen immediately scowled.
I still dont see why we have to have this elaborate party.
Its your nineteenth birthday! Of course a ball is expected of the Queen, Talia responded.
But theyre boring! You just plaster on a fake smile, greet everyone in a sugar-sweet voice, and, worst of all, do so while desperately searching for oxygen when trapped in one of those complicated, attention-grabbing poofs of a gown!
Talia couldnt help but laugh at the young womans rant.
Unbelievable. Youve been the Queen of Thais for a little less than two years, Talia began, shaking her head back and forth in disbelief, and yet you still complain about these petty little things.
Hardly petty, Rhen grumbled, resigning to her fate and guiding her horse in the direction of the castle.
A rueful smile appeared on Talias lips, but those lips did not open. She didnt wish to get the young queen riled up before her birthday celebration.
And it was a good decision, for Rhen was incredibly grateful for the following silence.
This topic frustrated her to no end. No matter how hard she tried to adjust to the ritzy lifestyle, it never really clicked. She was so sure she would get used to the socials, the dresses, the whole formal-ness of it all, especially after nearly two long years!
But something always seemed to be missing.
It wasnt that she hated it; not at all! She loved her kingdom and adored her citizens but, somehow she knew if she didnt have Talis beside her, helping her through
If she didnt have Dameon
Oh, Dameon had most definitely helped her the most. He knew how to act properly, he knew the basics of running a kingdom, and he knew her. It was really great to have a true friend by your side.
A lover.
A husband.
Rhen glanced down at the golden band wrapped around her finger with a warm smile, and immediately shook her head in an attempt to get all those negative thoughts out of her hand. She had everything a person could ever want; she shouldnt complain, least she turn into one of the many snobby nobles who were never satisfied with anything.
Surely that wasnt what was becoming of her
She scoffed.
She would never stoop that low.
The back of the castle was in clear view now, and Rhen was mildly surprised to see the flags had already been raised. Didnt that mean
Oh my- theyve already arrived?! Talia exclaimed from behind her, confirming her thought, Take Mayonaka and Hiruma back to the stables! Ill go draw a bath for you!
Within seconds, Talia had jumped off her horse and was promptly pulling Rhen off her own.
Calm down! Rhen pleaded, watching the flustered woman run toward the castle. She was left unanswered.
Rhen sighed, tugging her two companions along with her on the way to the stables.
And taking her sweet time in doing so.
Its just a stupid ball! Rhen thought irritably.
The horses nuzzled her good-bye and she made sure the stalls were locked tightly before crossing the sun kissed grass of the back lawn to reach the back doors of the castle. She opened the doors, but did not yet go in as a thought hit her.
She turned around and scanned the area with a puzzled gaze.
Where were the guards?
Even the guards are probably asked to attend. Rhen thought, rolling her eyes, though she was still confused. If anything, she thought the guard would be increased today.
Shrugging, she made her way into the castle.
The soft clopping of her shoes was the only sound running down the empty hallways, and it was making Rhen anxious. There was still not a guard in sight.
Oh God they better not jump out yelling SURPRISE or anything, Rhen thought, looking down at herself with a frown, Im hardly presentable. Talia wouldnt even let them do something of the sort while I was dressed down.
She halted when her ears caught the sound of hurried footsteps growing near. Talia flew around the corner, eyes wide in panic upon catching her own.
You have to go! Talia exclaimed, giving no further explanation before grabbing Rhens arm and dragging her down the hallway. Rhen helplessly followed, frightened by the sudden attitude.
Talia?! Whats wrong?! Rhen asked, trying to ignore the pain of Talias fingernails digging into the soft skin of her arm. They would surely leave marks.
Somethings wrong they arent acting right, Talia spoke, her own words faltering.
Who?! Rhen yelled, frustration lining her confusion.
Talia yanked the door to the ballroom open with her free hand. Rhens throat constricted at the sight in front of her.
Bodies decorated the marble floors. Guests.
Her citizens.
And they were blackened; shriveled. As if their insides had been sucked out. Their shrunken faces of terror were visible, and Rhens eyes were glued to those of the nearest body to her; dull and lifeless.
Rhen brought a violently trembling hand up to cover her dropped jaw, her stomach twisting into tight knots.
She thought she would throw up, but a scream came out instead.
Talia quickly shoved her own hand closer to her mouth to muffle the sound, eyes wild as she turned Rhen away from the sight. She forced Rhens tearing eyes to lock onto her own.
Dont look. Run with me, Talia ordered, not even waiting for a response before pulling the young queen once more. Rhen followed numbly, stubbornly keeping her wavering gaze on the back of Talias head.
Why? Who..? Rhen mumbled helplessly, the tears beginning to escape down her cheeks.
Talia quickly stopped, nearly making Rhen run into her. Rhens heart jumped when she noticed a force field of purple lightening appear around the way out, and that very force field was soon surrounding every visible door.
Trapping them.
Talia clutched at her shoulders, and Rhen vaguely took note of her shaking hands.
Ill transport you, Talia spoke, her body being surrounded by a green glow. Rhen panicked.
Wait! Whats going on?! You cant just send me off!
A huge surge of bright light came from the right, and before Rhen could identify what it was, Talias hands were ripped from her shoulders. An agonizing cry echoed within the room as Talia was flung to the ground after being hit, burns searing the visible skin.
Talia! Rhen yelled, rushing to her fallen friend and dropping to her knees. To her intense relief, Talia was still breathing, though it looked painful to do so.
That bright light.
Shed seen it before.
Her head felt extremely heavy, but she managed to pick it up and look in the direction of attack.
She could hear her heart break when she saw Dameon standing there.
Why, why, why?!
What are you doing?! Rhen yelled hysterically, trying to keep her tears down so she could still see clearly. She felt helpless and utterly stupid to be sitting there, too confused to know what to do, what to say. Everything had just happened so quickly her mind was having trouble grasping it all. The man she loved had just attacked her best friend! The best friend who was trying to get her to safety! Her people were lying dead on the ground next to her!
There had to be a reason. God, let there be a good reason!
Let it be some terrible nightmare!
Ill go to the ball! Ill enjoy it, I swear! Just let me wake up! Rhen thought, but to no avail. Dameon stood emotionless, eyes staring straight through her.
And God, it hurt.
She found it hard to breath when Dameon began glowing again, eyes trained on spot next to her. Rhen looked down at Talia, who was now slowly trying to sit up.
If she was hit by that again !
Rhen scrambled to get in front of Talia right before the second attack was launched. She put her hands out in front of her, creating a shield. She grit her teeth together tightly as the immensely strong power hit.
Druids, Talia wheezed from behind her, catching Rhens attention, Theyre being controlled by something.
Controlled?! Rhen exclaimed, just as the attack finished with a final burst of power. Rhen let out a short scream as she was thrown back into Talia, who grasped the girls arms.
Tears streamed out of Rhens eyes as pain assaulted her senses. Her hands felt like they were boiling.
I feel Ahrimans power, Talia whispered, making Rhen jump.
He was dead! Gone!
She had defeated him with her own two hands!
Thats not even possible! Rhen screamed, turning her wet face around to look at Talia. The girl smiled sadly, and Rhens eyes widened when she noticed the green glow surrounding her. Dont se !
Her words were cut off as Talias image grew blurry. There was a whirlwind of colors, a rush of wind, and she suddenly found herself staring at a forest.
The air was heavy with humidity, something she hadnt felt in years. The bright sun was obscured by the canopy, and sounds of wildlife bombarded her ears.
A purple spider stood a few yards away, inspecting the new creature with curious eyes.
The Eastern Isle.
The minute she registered where she was, the fear, betrayal, confusion, and agony came back full-force. She doubled over, allowing her body to slump against the cool ground as her tears rolled down blades of grass. They were tears of silence; she didnt even have to energy to sob.
Eventually, her fatigue got the best of her, and she fell asleep, praying that when she woke up again, this really would all be a dream.
Something hard was pushing against her arm, succeeding in shaking her form.
Rhen pried her heavy eyelids open, and settled her gaze on the clouds above as she was slowly brought back to reality.
The hard thing that had been pushing against her was now gone, but so was her drowsiness.
Her eyes snapped open and she sat up as quick as a rocket, looking around desperately.
The trees, the grass, the dirt, the heavy air she was still on the Eastern Isle.
Then it wasnt a dream.
Oi! Are you a run-away slave or something?!
Rhen whipped her head to the left, body tense. A man stood a few feet away with one eyebrow raised in question, and a slight snarl pulling at the corner of his lips.
The voice was too real she could feel the grass beneath her fingertips.
Tears sprang to her eyes, uninvited.
The man standing next to her looked extremely surprised by the sudden show of tears.
Er hey, wait a minute! Rhen?
Rhen blinked, a tear escaping before she looked back up at the man in wonder. Firm build, shaggy dark brown hair, amber eyes
Hector? Rhen whispered hoarsely, frowning at her own voice. Her throat was extremely parched.
What the hell are you doing out here? They kick you out of your own country? Hector jibed with a smirk. Rhen swallowed harshly as the words nearly stung her physically. A sob escaped her, making her throat hurt worse.
The smirk fell from Hectors face, and he had the decency to look at a loss as he glanced around at nothing in particular, frowning.
My country, Rhen thought bitterly, I wonder whats become of my country God, I left Talia there alone! And Dameon Dameon
Look! Hector suddenly exclaimed, angered by the fact he felt so uncomfortable at the moment, Whatever it is, get over it! Its not like crying about its going to help anything.
Though the words were harsh, they clung to Rhen. Warning bells went off in her mind.
Hes right hes completely right! If the Druids are being controlled everyones in danger! I cant let others end up like them
Determined, Rhen quickly wiped her tears away and stood, not even bothering to brush off her dress before stalking toward Veldarah. Hector was caught off-guard at the attitude change, and dumbly watched her walk away before shaking his head and running after her.
Hey wait! Hector exclaimed, waiting until he was walking next to her before continuing, Where are you going?
Rhen spared him a glance.
I have to talk to the Empress, Rhen spoke.
Yes, the Empress. She had the power to warn other countries, which was exactly what they needed to do, before it was too late. But when would it be too late? How long had she even been sleeping there?
Youre going to see the Empress like that?! Hector asked, repulsed as he gestured toward her worn, dirty apparel and muddled hair. Rhen looked down at herself before tossing a glare his way.
Thats not important right now, Rhen replied as they walked through the front gates of Veldarah. Hector snorted.
Mind telling me whats so important, then?
Why the hell would I tell you anything? We werent exactly best buds, Rhen snapped sarcastically.
Humph. Still a bitch.
A bitch who now outranks you.
Hector flushed.
At least I was never a slave!
Now youre making excuses.
The bickering pair walked onto the castle grounds, growing quieter after the guards sent irritated looks their way. The guards were also shooting quizzical looks at her appearance, of which Rhen chose to ignore.
Youre actually going to follow me inside?! Rhen exclaimed as she approached the front door. Hector crossed his arms, and gave her a look that clearly read, duh.
You wont tell me whats going on, so Ill just find out myself!
Like you care, Rhen muttered bitterly, before swinging open the castle doors. Seeing the marble floors beneath her feet quickly brought back horrid memories, and she tried her best to shut them out. She began walking faster on instinct.
Empress! Rhen called, making herself known as her feet carried her closer to the throne. The Empress had apparently been talking to someone standing in front of her, who swiftly moved out of the way and turned around.
Rhen was mildly surprised to see Lars, whose eyes widened.
Rhen..? Lars asked in surprise.
But now was not the time to catch up with old friends. Her eyes locked on the Empress.
Thais has been taken over. You have to warn all the nations! Rhen exclaimed, inwardly relieved to pull the statement off without her voice breaking.
The Empresss expression grew grave at the news.
How has Thais been taken over? She inquired, gesturing to nearby guards to come closer to her. A weight settled in Rhens stomach, causing it to churn uncomfortably.
I dont theyre being controlled the Druids Dam.., Rhen stopped, not being able to say her husbands name. She held up her hand, examining it for the first time since she had protected Talia. The burn wasnt terrible, at least the skin was still intact. But her wedding ring, she noticed, had been damaged.
The urge to cry again was coming on strong, and she willed it back with all her might, not wanting to make a fool of herself in front of everyone. She wouldnt let herself become weak not when they needed her.
Rhen gasped when a hand took her own, and she was surprised to see Lars standing right in front of her. Had she zoned out ?
How injured are you? Lars asked, examining the burns on her hand with furrowed eyebrows. Rhen hastily pulled her hands back.
Im fine! Its Thais and its surrounded regions you have to worry about!
Larss eyes narrowed, dismissing the statement and grabbing hold of her hands again. A cool sensation flowed through her fingertips, and Rhen realized Lars was using his healing ability.
Ill send warning immediately, the Empress spoke, grabbing Rhens attention once again, I can see youre shaken. Rest for now, but I will want answers later.
Rhen nodded, not trusting herself to speak. She doubted she would be able to get any rest, but maybe she could collect herself.
Heh, rest where? Out in the forest again? Hector asked sarcastically. Lars looked up, as if noticing his friends presence for the first time.
In the forest? Lars inquired. Rhen sighed.
Dont ask. Ill just get a room at the Inn, its no problem, Rhen assured, pulling her hands away once the cold energy stopped. She breathed a sigh of relief, thankful she wouldnt have to be mindful of taking hold of things.
Lars rolled his eyes.
Youll come to Shadwood, Lars said before turning back to the empress, Well continue our discussion at a later time. Im taking her to the academy.
As the Empress nodded, Rhens cheeks puffed up in anger.
An order right off the bat, huh? Rhen asked, irritated. Lars looked surprised for a mere moment, like he hadnt even noticed he gave an order, before smiling.
You were expecting something different? Lars teased, grasping her shoulder to turn her toward the exit. Rhen scowled, stepping out of his hold and walking toward the exit. Lars sighed, staring at her back worriedly. Hector fell in step beside him, raising a brow.
The Druids being controlled? Is that even possible? I thought they were all-powerful or something, Hector inquired.
Which means whoever is behind this is extremely powerful. This is bad, Lars stated, his mind trying to come up with a source of such great power, but since Ahrimans defeat, he couldnt think of one powerful enough to accomplish such a feat.
I found her sleeping in the forest. You may want to ask her about it, Hector replied, to which Lars gave a short nod.
Go hunting or something.
Hector was caught off-guard by the out-of-context statement.
She wont talk to me if youre there, Lars explained at if it were the most logical thing in the world, Its what you were going to do when you found her anyway, right?
Hector scowled.
Oh sure, shove your best friend aside when the girl comes alo- OW!
Hector rubbed his sore head as Lars continued to walk as if nothing happened. In front of them, Rhen turned in question, merely smirking at the sight of Hector in pain. Hector scoffed, veering off on another path at the next opportunity to do so.
Not that Im complaining, but whatd he do this time? Rhen asked over her shoulder once Hector was out of earshot.
Nosy one, arent you? Lars asked with a smirk.
It was just a question!
The two made their way into Shadwood. Rhen looked around, feeling warm as the familiarity sunk in. She had truly gone far in life, hadnt she?
And it may be over soon.
The thought sent chills up her spine.
Follow me, Lars instructed, making his way toward the students rooms. A few people waved to Lars on their way, some even bowed, and Rhen looked on with interest. He was apparently well-respected in the place now.
Did you become a professor here? Rhen asked, watching as he turned his ear toward her, Youre getting a lot of greetings.
Im a professor, but I think the whole greeting thing is more about me being one of the people who defeated Ahriman, Lars replied, opening the door in front of him, Im just glad no ones really recognized you yet.
At the mention of Ahriman, Rhen started.
I feel Ahrimans power, Talia whispered.
Hes come back before could it be possible ? Rhen thought, dreading the answer. In front of her, Lars opened the door to an unoccupied room, and stepped aside to clear the path.
You can rest in here. And get cleaned up; youre a mess, Lars said, earning a glare from his companion.
Thanks, Rhen spoke dryly, walking into the room. The minute her eyes fell on the bed, relief flowed through her veins. She immediately plopped herself down on it, one arm dangling off the side as she sighed.
Rhen, Lars spoke, mildly irritating the girl who just wanted to sleep at the moment, Can you tell me what happened?
Rhens grip tightened on the sheets beneath her.
She hadnt heard him close the door, so that meant he was waiting to see if he was going to go or stay depending on her answer.
Did she want to talk about it ?
Ill tell you tomorrow, Rhen replied, her voice muffled by the pillows. There was a silence for a brief moment, and Rhen nearly thought Lars would ask again, but that thought was diminished by the sound of footsteps.
Upon the soft click of the door, Rhen knew she was alone.
Her heart beat sped up, a voice screaming in her head telling her she didnt want to be alone, especially at a time like this.
Lars is right out there, and so are a lot of people! Rhen berated herself in her mind, eyes fluttering shut. Even though she knew such a thing was futile, she couldnt help but once again wish all of it would disappear by the next time she awoke.
Lars woke up to the bright sunlight peeking through his window and the birds sweet morning singing.
He had no time to sit and enjoy it, though, as he flung himself back down on the mattress with an irritated sigh. He hardly got any sleep last night, his mind too preoccupied with thinking of the current situation.
Rubbing his drooping eyes, he got out of bed. Though he was tired, the urge to talk with Rhen was stronger. He found himself extremely anxious to hear about what happened, in detail. When she had brushed him off yesterday, he had almost wanted to refuse to leave until he got answers, but he couldnt bring himself to do such a thing when he remembered her anguished face in the palace throne room.
And why was she here, of all places?
If Thais had been taken over, she was undoubtedly a target. He couldnt think of any reason why a place like this would be a good hideout, especially because she had lived here before. And as far as getting someone to warn the nations, there were many more influential and powerful people than the Empress.
With these thoughts knocking at the back of his brain, he made his way into the Shadwood dining hall. It was crowded and loud, as it was every morning, and Larss eyes searched through the lines and seats for the familiar lavender hair, but to no avail.
Was she not up yet?
His eyes did catch sight of the Headmaster, however, and lingered.
Maybe he would know something!
Lars weaved in and out of the crowd until he was able to take a seat by the said person, whom looked up in greeting.
Good morning, Lars.
Morning, sir, Lars replied, giving a quick bow out of respect, I have a few questions for you, if you dont mind?
The Headmaster set his fork down and turned his full attention to his subordinate.
Rhe Miss Pen er, Miss , Lars frowned when he couldnt even recall Dameons last name, Rhen is here.
He figured itd be all right to refer to her with her first name around the Headmaster. Hed know exactly who he was talking about.
Sure enough, the Headmasters eyes widened.
She is? Whatever for? He asked curiously.
Thats the problem. I dont know many details, but Thais has been taken over. Rhen said the Druids were being controlled.
The Headmasters face grew considerably paler.
What has been done about it?!
The Empress has just sent word of warning to the nations, but other than that
The Oracle, the Headmaster interrupted suddenly, I believe she would be the one to talk to.
Lars had nearly forgotten about that old hag.
The two men looked up as Hector took a seat across from them, placing a full tray of food on the table.
Lars noticed the apprehensive look on the Headmasters face.
Dont worry, he knows, Lars assured.
Talking about Thais, Im guessing? Hector asked, buttering a roll, The queen has officially locked herself up in her room!
Lars looked alarmed at the news.
Didnt you try to get her out?
I told her Id make sure nothing was left to eat if she didnt hurry. I think she threw something at the door.
Lars smirked before standing and turning to the Headmaster.
Ill let her know of your suggestion, Lars said, leaving Hector to inquire what that suggestion was.
Lars let out a long sigh as he walked down the hallway. It had actually scared him when Hector mentioned shed locked herself in her room what if she had planned on hurting herself?
But the worry disappeared as soon as Hector said she threw something at the door.
After all, that was normal. So she was ok.
He wriggled the doorknob to find it still locked.
Rhen, Lars announced, tapping on the door, open the door already.
He heard some shuffling from inside and a definite click, before the door slid open.
Irritated blue-violet eyes met his own.
He is more annoying than you ever were, Rhen drawled.
Lars snorted.
Should I take that as a compliment or not? Lars asked, shutting the door behind him. He noticed the girl must have taken a shower, and she was now dressed in a sword swinger uniform.
I dont know, Rhen sighed, sitting on the bed and looking up at Lars sullenly, Youre going to make me talk now, arent you?
Lars raised a brow.
Im not going to make you do anything, but Id like to know, Lars responded.
Great! Then I wont say anything!
Rhen chuckled before her gaze fell to the floor. After a moment of silence, Lars was a little irked.
Fine. Ill talk to you, then, Lars spoke, getting Rhen to look up in surprise, The Headmaster suggested you go talk with the Oracle.
A dark cloud settled over Rhens eyes.
And what if shes being controlled as well? What if they planned for us to go to her?!
The thought hadnt crossed Larss mind, and he had to admit, it was a frightening possibility, but
What other choice do we have? Lars inquired.
Rhen bit on her lower lip, and Lars could practically see the gears in her head frantically turning for another way out.
They were unsuccessful.
But Id need food and weapons and transportation I couldnt possibly ask for all of that!
Youre a former student here, you defeated Ahriman, and youre the Queen of Thais. I highly doubt the Headmaster will refuse those things to you.
The word Ahriman made Rhen wince, and she was glad Lars didnt seem to make the connection.
But Rhen tried, but ended up sighing in defeat at Larss pointed stare.
Then its settled. Well leave for the Northern Aisle tomorrow morning.
Rhens head shot up in surprise.
Of course we. Like I could let a screw-up like you go alone, Lars reprimanded, hiding his smirk by turning around and walking toward the door. He heard a strange noise of frustration come from the girl behind him.
You are such a jerk!
The closeness of her voice told Lars she was following him.
I thought we established that a long time ago, Lars replied calmly.
The irritated groan turned into a small laugh.
Thanks, Lars, Rhen spoke in all honesty. Why Talia had transported her here of all places, she didnt know, but she was exceedingly glad she had.
The Headmaster wasnt hard to locate, being at the same spot he was before, Hector included. When the Headmaster spotted Rhen, he stood up and offered a warm smile and open arms.
Rhen, my dear, its been a long time, he spoke, encircling her. Rhen smiled and hugged him back.
This place hasnt changed a bit, Rhen remarked, trying to see through the unsettlement in his eyes. She didnt want pity.
So, are you gonna go see the Oracle? Hector asked, the plate in front of him now completely cleared, And whatd you throw at me this morning anyway?
The clothing chest, Rhen responded immediately, causing Hector to bust out laughing, You wouldnt be laughing if the door hadnt been there.
The new voice came from the left. A girl with hot pink hair done up in two buns stood gaping at the young queen.
It is you, isnt it?! Oh wow, I cant believe Im seeing you again! She gushed.
The Queen of Thais?
Oh my God, where?!
Well shit, Lars muttered, glaring at their quickly surrounding crowd. Rhen stood, flustered by all the newfound attention, and tried to paste a smile on her lips.
Ok, settle down everyone! The Headmaster exclaimed, making the room grow considerably quieter, Im sorry to say Miss Maurva does not have the time. If youll excuse us.
That was Dameons last name! Lars thought.
There were groans of disappointment as the crowd cleared a path to the front doors. Rhen threw a thankful smile to the Headmaster, and followed him out the door, sending a few apologetic looks to those around her.
Now we can speak without any interruptions, the Headmaster explained once outside.
Jeez, I dont see how youre that big of a deal! Hector exclaimed.
Why the heck did you even follow us?! Rhen retorted.
Anyway, Lars cut in, stepping between the two, Weve decided to go see the Oracle and we ask for the essentials and a boat.
We? Youre going with her? Hector asked, rolling his eyes.
A boat? The Headmaster inquired, furrowing his eyebrows, A boat would take too long. A dragon is what youll need.
But well be wasting time sailing a boat down to the Southern Aisle to get one! Rhen protested.
There are a breed of dragons that live on this aisle now, the Headmaster replied.
Around the forest, right? Lars asked, not believing the idea had not come to his head, If we leave now, well be able to get there before sundown.
But what about a rider? Rhen asked. To her disgruntlement, Hector grinned widely at the question.
Hector has ridden dragons before, Lars informed her, warily eyeing Hector. The guy was his friend, sure, but to let him go on a journey such as this
No. Way, Rhen gritted vehemently, pointing a finger at Hector, He is not coming with us!
Hmph! Then I guess youll just be little turtles then! Hector replied, crossing his arms. Rhen looked positively torn and downright annoyed.
Isnt there another dragon rider in Veldarah? Rhen pleaded to the Headmaster. But he merely shook his head.
Im sorry, but no, not that I know of.
Rhen groaned and chanced a look at Hector again, who was definitely enjoying himself. Oh, how she wanted to punch that smirk right off his face!
Hes not that bad, Lars tried to console, If you remember, you were completely against me joining you at first as well.
I wonder why, Rhen muttered dryly, and Lars frowned, actually a bit offended by the comment, Fine! Hell come, whatever! Lets just go.
Hector practically cackled, much to Rhens displeasure. Lars rolled his eyes at Hectors antics, knowing he was purposefully trying to rub it in.
Ill get your supplies ready in a jiffy, then, the Headmaster explained, heading back inside the academy.
Thank you, Rhen said before facing the other two, Im going to go around back so I can get my last few seconds of peace before we have to go.
The jibe was clearly aiming toward Hector, and he continued to smirk.
It wont take very long, Lars informed. Rhen nodded and turned on her heel. After she was out of earshot, Lars turned to Hector with a frown. You do know what you just got yourself into, dont you?
Yeah, some awesome entertainment! Hector exclaimed, quickly getting hit in the head afterward, Ow! What the hell?!
This is serious, Hector! Lars yelled, pleased to see Hector shrink back, Something that can control the Druids?! Do you know how much power well be up against?!
Hector muttered under his breath, pulling his crossed arms tighter.
I know, ok? Jeez, cant a guy have a little fun? Hector asked, looking in the direction Rhen had disappeared, And anyway, it gets her mind off everything for a while, doesnt it?
Lars was surprised at the confession. So there was an ulterior motive to all the bickering, huh?
It sounded a lot like what he did.
Why are you staring at me like I just had a baby?! Hector exclaimed.
Im wondering about your intentions.
Intentions. You know you sound like a father cornering a boy about to go on a date with his daughter, right?
Hmph. All Im saying is you hardly know her, other than when she was a slave. So Im wondering why youre being nice.
As if I didnt hear enough about her from you! Youre my friend; I know you care about her, so Im not going to push her off a cliff. Sound fair?
Lars looked a little embarrassed at the first half of that little speech, and huffed, making his way passed Hector and toward the school. Hector rolled his eyes, and turned to follow.
OK! =falls= I finally got this first chapter done, woot! So how was it? Im trying incredibly hard on this one ^^;
And I should really be working on my homework right now, so uh thanks for reading! =zooms off=
A few extra notes: If you don't remember Hector, he was one of the people standing with Lars at the beginning of the game when you're still Lars's slave.
The horses names mean 'Midnight' and 'Daylight.'
Posted on: 2008/9/1 19:47
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So hilarious and cute!
Rhen and Lars forever!!!
Posted on: 2008/9/2 1:01
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at some point i thought it was good idea 2 show her this stuff. what is wrong with me?
Posted on: 2008/9/2 3:05
dogs aren't the only ones who do it.
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Poor Rhen... She's got a lot on her hands, doesn't she? Sorry I didn't read this earlier... My schedule's insane at the moment.
I think you did very well, but that's a given. I understand the homework thing... I should be doing homework now myself.
Posted on: 2008/9/2 16:49
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@kaze_mizuki: o_o Wowzers, thanks for such an enthusiastic response! ^_^
@chloeclone: Not sure what you mean.. do you mean people betraying/dying on Rhen? Or something else entirely? XD
@Basset: I am right with you on the 'insane schedule' part X3
Posted on: 2008/9/3 7:26
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You're welcome, as for chloeclone's comment, she was referring to me!
I got into Rhen x Lars and is somewhat hyper...
So she's like this right now...====> -_-'
Posted on: 2008/9/3 21:44
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@kaze_mizuki: Ah, I see XD Thanks for clearing that up
Posted on: 2008/9/3 22:26
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ooh...another story from KikoAyumi! Such a treat! I like how you turned Hector into comic relief! What a trio; Rhen, Lars and Hector! Where did Ylitta go, I wonder?
I really love your story! Well, i loved all your stories anyway...
Posted on: 2008/9/4 9:58
Blindly rejecting what is mainstream is just as stupid as blindly following what is mainstream.
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cool story KikoAyumi!Rhen and Lars forever!
Posted on: 2008/9/4 10:36
Shoujo Maniac
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@gabriela: Ylitta will make an appearance XD
@phoenixalia: Agreed X3
Posted on: 2008/9/4 11:11
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i'm not like that! i'm like this '-_-
Posted on: 2008/9/4 21:42
dogs aren't the only ones who do it.
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You're welcome!
Not rushing you, but when is the next update?
Posted on: 2008/9/4 21:45
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@twitch: i'm not a mirror lady! i'm a lady mirror?
@kikoayumi: i forgot 2 mention, my favorite part is when hector asks lars why he's looking at him as he if he just had a baby
Posted on: 2008/9/4 22:52
dogs aren't the only ones who do it.
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fine! You're both a mirror lady and a lady mirror!!!
and that's my 2nd favorite part! My first is when Lars was worrying that Rhen might hurt herself!
Posted on: 2008/9/4 23:05
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That was great start to a story KikoAyumi!!Update soon!!
Posted on: 2008/9/5 6:58
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wow that story was really great... update soon! ^^
Posted on: 2008/9/5 7:22
plsss click my egg...
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@chloeclone & kaze_mizuki: I'm glad you two enjoyed both of those parts! That means that both my serious side (Lars worrying Rhen would hurt herself) and my humor side (Hector asking why Lars was looking at him like he'd just had a baby) are being enjoyed by the readers! ^_^ Thanks again~
@DarkPrincess & eanLUViya: Thank you~!
As far as updating goes, as it is said at the top, I don't have much time to sit and write anymore. But know that I'm trying! I'm actually outlining this story out before I write it, and the outline is already to chapter 4 because I write on it during school when the teacher's not looking XD! But in order to write the real thing, I feel more 'together' at home in front of my computer with music going, so..
Bear with me
Posted on: 2008/9/5 7:31
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Sure!Take your time!
Posted on: 2008/9/5 13:25
Shoujo Maniac
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Yes, like I said, not rushing you.
Posted on: 2008/9/5 19:13
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It's a great story! It's long for the first chapter, I have to switch between my parents' houses, and I always seem to read it right before I have to leave! It took my 3 days to finally find some time to sit and read the full thing!
Posted on: 2008/9/5 20:38
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The robot mode of Utopia has a head-to toe height of 42cm/17" tall (47CM/19" to antennas), and has excellent articulation. Oversized ratcheting mechanism enhances the stability of the figure's posture making him highly posable!
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Traveling 02/15/15 to the Woga Meet. Is there a gun range that is open to the public? Mom, Dad, and 10yr old boy. Need suggestions on fun things to do and what to wear (weather wise)!
I'm looking for an outside area that is safe during sunset in Waco to proposal to my girlfriend, any ideas?
Hoping someone can help me with the name of a store located on Gruene Road. It is one of the last stores, if not the last, on the right if you are going towards New Braunsfel, the same side as Gruene Hall. It has very eclectic metal art, signs, etc.; and I recall a wall of very inexpensive jewelry.
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I am from Detroit MI, and I just moved to Conroe, TX with family. I plan to relocate to Houston but I am unaware of what are good sides of Houston to stay on. I am 19 i work 2 jobs and college part time. I want something nice and cheap but not in a bad area. Please help !!
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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) -- State Sen. Jim Tracy has officially announced that he will run for the congressional seat held by embattled fellow Republican U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais.
Tracy, of Shelbyville, made the announcement on Wednesday in Murfreesboro.
DesJarlais, a Jasper physician, won a second term in Congress in November despite revelations he had sexual relationships with patients and once urged one of them to seek an abortion. DesJarlais has rejected calls for his resignation.
Tracy, who considered a congressional bid last year, has long expressed his concerns over the allegations against DesJarlais, saying Washington "requires someone of integrity and character."
Tracy also ran for Congress in 2010 before his county was moved from the 6th District.
Republican State Rep. Joe Carr is also considering challenging DesJarlais in the 4th Congressional District.
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Comment: Re:Time for medicare for all in the usa (Score 0) 171
Perhaps you're too busy just holding on to what you've got to realize that, statistically speaking you'll be joining those unemployed people on welfare sooner rather than later.
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Perhaps you're too busy just holding on to what you've got to realize that, statistically speaking you'll be joining those unemployed people on welfare sooner rather than later.
With the exception of the cosmic rays shooting through their eyes....
If nothing else, both companies desperately need better battery technology. Could be they were talking about swapping patents or joint R&D.
That's rewriting history slightly. Was it "rammed through" the Senate? Certainly. Though, if memory serves, the House was under Republican control at the time. Also, for the last goddamn time, the ACA is not a *leftist* law. The "left" is still pissed at Obama and Congress about getting knifed in the back over a public option. The ACA started life on the right at the Heritage Foundatrion in 1989. It's a testament to how hard the right worked throughout the '90s and the aughts to drag the country their way that the ACA became centrist enough for Obama to latch onto it like a limpet.
I watch their video stream at home. their coverage of human rights issues inside Russia is the darkest of comedies, and their skew on Syria is super obvious, but I'm in the market for a news source critical of my government, and they certainly fit the bill better than MSNBC or CNN.
If anybody other than Verizon had done this to somebody, they'd be in jail.
How about the people trying to route around them? Like Bitcoin? It's not just for goldbugs anymore....
It though it boiled down to "Pay attention to ME!!!!!!!!!!!!"?
The reasonable thing to do is just block everything from their domain or that includes their name.
However that's no fun. What is fun is whipping up a python script and using a service like Tropo to respond to every single message with a phone call to tell them that the email is unwanted. Of course, to ensure that they can effectively identify the offending mail, the script should read it to them in it's entirety and ask them to press a button to acknowledge that they've understood and will stop. If the call gets... disconnected for any reason, it should call back and start over until it gets it's acknowledgement.
If you have moral compunctions about blocking ads in general, Noscript is the way to go. Normal ads will get right through while flash and javascript ads won't be executed unless you whitelist it.
The Hurd has one thing going for it. It's design called for putting as much functionality as possible into client-server interfaces. This made it run horrifically slow. However, now that we're in the multicore era... It might actually be a path forward. Fortunately, BeOS went the same direction, and it's not quite dead yet.
If you've got an install with working X11, more power to you. I spent days trying to get it to work.
John Gilmore's quote was always an oversimplification. The net itself doesn't do anything but move packets. The people that use the net are the ones that find ways over, under, and around censorship. And this is censorship. We can argue about whether or not it's justified (and in the case of websites selling Chanel knockoffs as the real thing, it might be) but the fact the ICE and DHS have exerted control over ICANN is not good.
I'm a US citizen, born and raised here. The prospect of my government having the power to control the web scares me shitless. It's time to start working on a decentralized, cryptographically sound successor to DNS. It's also time to get serious about IPv6 and IPSec (encryption at the network layer) as a way to foil deep packet inspection.
Umm... Actually some "unofficial" Hero roms had this problem, and it was fixed. I can't remember exactly what the fix was, but a search of the XDA forums might be enlightening.
I'd suggest keeping an eye on it. Checkout is what Google is using for payments in the Android market, so you can bet they're busting their asses to get it up and running wherever their phones are. I know it's up in the UK....
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EVE Online: The title is on the verge of releasing a new expansion, with another one on the way for the spring. However, many players who may find EVE appealing are hesitant to take the leap out of a fear of being so far behind that there's no way of ever catching up with the crowd.
If this is you, then CCP is extending a rare helping hand to easing you into the hardcore world it has created. On October 19th in North America, the studio is releasing a new boxed edition of the game, titled EVE Online: Commissioned Officer Edition. The "commissioned officer" refers to an exclusive in-game item that comes with the package, a Cerebral Accelerator implant that will give a significant boost to new pilot skill development for the first 30 days.
Senior producer Arnar Gylfason sees this as a great way to knock down the barrier to entry: "The Commissioned Officers Edition is the best way for a new player to get a running start in the highly competitive environment of EVE Online."
The Commissioned Officer Edition also comes with a full month of game time and an EVE poster that has a slew of helpful hints and tips on it. This edition of the game will only be available in a physical form -- no digital download, sorry! -- and will hit European brick-and-mortar stores following the NA release.
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Posted: Oct 12th 2010 2:37PM relgoth said
In before catering to the casuals.
Posted: Oct 13th 2010 11:06AM (Unverified) said
Might get this retail box as well, even though I already play. The Collector's itch I guess!Reply
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 2:40PM distiler said
This is more of a psicological perk than anything. But it's ok, forums are full of ppl misleading telling ppl that one can't catch the veterans.
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 2:58PM DLemke said
You're right, newbies can catch up, if they wanna give CCP more money.Reply
Fyi to new players, you can buy characters and all the gold you want in game without breaking the EULA.
The sky is the limit depending on how much real life money you have. CCP takes a fee for those sales of course. You can buy your way to end game with vets with your mom's credit card.
Fyi to new players, you can buy characters and all the gold you want in game without breaking the EULA.
The sky is the limit depending on how much real life money you have. CCP takes a fee for those sales of course. You can buy your way to end game with vets with your mom's credit card.
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 4:05PM ChaosInc said
Unless you live in temporal pocket, new people can't. A 2+ year headstart on time based training won't be caught up to by someone who starts today. That's simple math right there. Someone obviously failed at learning the concept of progression over time.Reply
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 4:30PM Dblade said
This shortens the time it does take to catch up. It takes a long time to be able to use a T2 fit battleship, and those increasingly are the backbone of the game's fleets. It also helps newbies because not everyone is going to automatically know what they want to fly, or follow EVEmon religiously. This will give some wiggle room in case they decide they don't want to pilot a mining barge or run an interceptor.Reply
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 4:53PM (Unverified) said
No one uses T2 Battleships. If you were out in 0.0 you would know it is AHACS and Supers these days... Plus those damn Drake fleets!Reply
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 6:10PM anduz said
I wouldn't recommend any newbies to hurry into a battleship. Partly because you can't really turbo train for one but mainly because it'd be a pretty damn expensive way to learn pvp. ^^Reply
A tech 2 fitted battlecruiser on the other hand is pretty affordable, welcomed into almost any small gang and only takes a few months to train for.
A tech 2 fitted battlecruiser on the other hand is pretty affordable, welcomed into almost any small gang and only takes a few months to train for.
Posted: Oct 13th 2010 4:51AM (Unverified) said
@kasapina it may take a few months to get all of your core skills but at least you don't have to do hours of mind-numbing grinding for them. Eve skills train whether you're playing or not. Also, after a point, more time spent playing doesn't make you all that much better. Real experience is better than experience points in Eve.Reply
Posted: Oct 14th 2010 12:18AM Dblade said
I was thinking more long-term. There's no point to learn PvP in a BC hull or up, even that is very expensive for newbies and kind of overkill-thats when you use the frigs and cruisers. By the time you've sunk the months and SP in, its probably better to shoot for a BS unless you know for sure you like a specific role like HACs or HICs. Those take a lot of time to train too.Reply
When I played, it seemed a requirement for many things like wormhole corps and 0.0 was a T2 fitted battleship. Even militia was heading that way, with them quickly shipping up if not dropping caps on each other.
When I played, it seemed a requirement for many things like wormhole corps and 0.0 was a T2 fitted battleship. Even militia was heading that way, with them quickly shipping up if not dropping caps on each other.
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 3:07PM Lt Cobalt said
Seems strange, you already get a 100% skill training boost for the first 1.6m points
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 3:18PM (Unverified) said
This is the same thing just more apparent to new players. It's just a marketing thingReply
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 3:19PM (Unverified) said
People are never going to stay with the game with a UI that is broken as much as it is. Until CCP understands this they will keep shooting themselves in the foot. Maybe Incursion will fix a lot of this. I notice a lot of techie-type people play Eve. It makes sense with the type of game it is, but I also think it is in part cause the techie types tend to deal better with UI crap. Also, this marketing push would be better served AFTER Incarna release where you will have more to keep the newbs around.
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 6:19PM (Unverified) said
Hey, that's cool! So now newbs will get pwned at the higher levels instead of just the low ones. Maybe if they all joined together, they could do a newb rush on the vets!! lol
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 3:24PM Brianna Royce said
This is a news post about a new edition of an extremely popular game in an era when some games don't ever release boxes in brick-and-mortar stores period. When a game as old as EVE get a new box edition on two continents and includes pro-noobie bonus items for those who buy it, it's news.
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 4:05PM Javajunky said
Not a game breaking mechanic and sorry to all the nay sayers. This is a great way to help people get started in the game. If it's only for 30 days, that's cool by me. The first 3 months it's really a slog and people seem to forget those first days in the game.
It's has zero or little impact on gameplay except for the new people, I think a prudent move.
It's has zero or little impact on gameplay except for the new people, I think a prudent move.
Posted: Oct 12th 2010 4:17PM eNTi said
the card house is about to crumble... this is what you have to do, if your skill system is essentially flawed.
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J.D. Myers, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and best friend any one could have, was carried by the angles to heaven after bravely battling cancer for three years. The Lord took control Saturday, May 10, 2014, at Sky Ridge with his loving wife, Joyce and family by his side. With a big smile on his face and no more pain and suffering, he went home to be with His Heavenly Father.
He was a member of Short Creek Baptist Church in Athens. He retired from Bendix. He also worked at General Motors, Magic Chef and Wal-Mart.
He was born Oct. 15, 1936, to the late Robert and Lora Myers. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Irene Hudgins Myers; son, Mark Myers; brother, Bill Myers; sisters: Ann Swafford, Shirley Woods, and Faye Brock; and a special brother-in-law, Bobby Carter.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce; son, Ernie and wife, Stacy; stepchildren: Stacy and wife, Jeanetta-Baker, Tresa and husband, Jason Lovingood, Tonya and husband, Dee Parker; special sister-in-law, Carolyn Carter; friend, Bobby Stansberry; grandchildren, Mike, Kenny, Stacey, Chelsea, Caleb and Makenzie; great-grandchildren: Seth, Sy and Aiden; brothers and sisters-in-law: Ray and Marie Myers, J.C. and Juanita Myers and Willis "Cotton" Myers; and several nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday May 14, 2014, in the chapel of Ralph Buckner Funeral Home with Brother Bill Walker and Pastor Gary Sears officiating.
Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Mike Brown, Brent Carter, Mike and Kenny Myers, Jimmy Rhea and Bobby Stansberry. Honorary pallbearers will be Caleb Parker, R.J. Hicks and Aiden Myers. A white dove release ceremony will conclude the service.
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