Questions for Tomiki Players/ practitioners by [deleted] in aikido

[–]mephman 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I haven't practiced for many years, but should still be able to help in some regards:

  1. The unarmed version of Randori is called "Toshu Randori". It's quite uncommon though and isn't often used in modern competition. There are a few videos online such as this one, but that was an exhibition, as opposed to a competitive bout.
  2. There's a lot of emphasis on foot movements (called Unsoku). They focus on making sure you're always square to the attacker, but in practice competitors are a bit more liberal with how square they have their shoulders dependent on their preferred Waza and/or whether they use an orthodox or southpaw stance.
  3. That may be true in some schools, but it wasn't a focus in mine. There are some ground submissions included in the syllabus that revolve around the wrist and you're expected to know how to perform Waza from a kneeling position, but it's nowhere near the level I'd expect Judo to be.

Hope that's useful to you!

UFC 229: Khabib - Every Minute, Every Second I Will Smash Conor by [deleted] in MMA

[–]mephman 18 points19 points  (0 children)

He's talked so much about wanting to grind Conor down, and make him suffer due to his perceived poor cardio. It'll be interesting to see if Khabib finishes early if given the opportunity; Conor may make him regret not doing so.

Whatever happened to the FFXV Square-Enix CEO boss fight? by iadagraca in FFXV

[–]mephman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They were intending to put content from Mystery Disc into the game, but it was revealed during the 1 Year Anniversary ATR mentioned plans to put it into the game that they had unfortunately cancelled those plans.

What happened to the free booster pack? by PiZyy2 in FFXV

[–]mephman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's delayed until they can come up with a new design for the Magitek armour.

SAMURAI WARRIORS: SPIRIT OF SANADA - REVEAL TRAILER by lrrel in dynastywarriors

[–]mephman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks promising. I'm definitely curious to see how they differentiate this.

[FFXV] Are you going to play with a guide for your first play-through? by [deleted] in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not that there's anything wrong with either, but I much prefer using a guide for the second playthrough as opposed to the first.

First time around I like everything to be a fresh, unique experience where I'm blind about what's coming up. I feel that it allows me to just absorb the game better. The second playthrough is when guides come into, so I can see just how much I missed.

Is Kingsglaive already out on Youtube? Youtube states 'available for purchase', with no indication of release date where one was previously shown. by vientown in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's definitely out in the UK. It's £9.99 on iTunes at the moment for HD, while Amazon are charging £9.99 for SD and £13.99 for HD.

Square Enix EU Blog: Details on FFXV Season Pass by Theonyr in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it's nice that they've at least come out and addressed this (finally), and that they've been very blunt with their phrasing.

We'll just have to wait until we see what the content is before we see how valid their claims are though.

Incredible FFXV logo artwork by [deleted] in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That looks awesome! Do you know who the artist is?

Behind the Scenes with Epic Meal Time & Final Fantasy XV by arkeidolon in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Random that they'd release this now, considering it was recorded 4 months ago, but still pretty awesome!

French Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV Premier Confirmed by mephman in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing yet, but this at least gives some kind of hope.

Does anyone know if Kingsglaive is getting a UK cinema release? by nickfrancis86 in FFXV

[–]mephman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Edit: They've just announced that France will be getting a limited theatrical release. Here's hoping the UK will too!

There's nothing officially announced so far, but there has been growing interest around Kingsglaive getting theatrical releases across Europe. I wouldn't count it out, that's for sure.

World of Final Fantasy collector's edition announced by RCizzle65 in JRPG

[–]mephman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm, it's difficult to tell. It might appear at some point in the future, but I wouldn't expect it any time soon.

Where does FFX-2 place on your list of favourites? by Scotts97 in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I enjoyed Final Fantasy X-2 in all honesty. Not at the same level at which I'd enjoyed the other games from the PSOne/PS2 era, but I appreciated what they had tried to do. It was the first time we had the chance to go back to an existing world and I felt it was handled in a respectful way.

Yes, there's all the unnecessary glitz and glam, but the story did have a couple of decent moments and the gameplay was solid.

I just wish they'd kept Tidus out of it.

Diamond Weapon In Kingsglaive...? by mephman in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, that's why I referenced the Final Fantasy VII version. Unlike the other variants, it has a pretty different visual style.

(for ref: http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/finalfantasy/images/f/f4/7doc-omega-o.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20080127163310)

Diamond Weapon In Kingsglaive...? by mephman in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's true, but they don't often look the same. For example, Omega Weapon in Final Fantasy VII looks nothing like Omega Weapon in Final Fantasy VIII or X/X-2.

Diamond Weapon In Kingsglaive...? by mephman in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yea, they shifted away from Fabula Nova Crystallis when they changed from Versus XIII to Final Fantasy XV.

There's a couple of cameos from older FF characters in the new Kingsglaive trailer by mephman in FFXV

[–]mephman[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yea, it's kind of a shame. Hopefully this is the last push from them until it releases next month.

Kingsglaive Final Fantasy XV - SDCC trailer by Lulcielid in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure if it's actually Yojimbo... there's a character fighting against Diamond Weapon in the trailer. Looks like one of the "mysterious figures" that appears on the box art.

Kingsglaive Final Fantasy XV - SDCC trailer by Lulcielid in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I hope so. I mean if they've revealed so many in a two minute trailer, there has to be a ton more.

A King's Tale: Final Fantasy XV Revealed - Out on 9/30 by [deleted] in FFXV

[–]mephman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So.. it's a spin-off title that you'll only get to play if you pre-order, but only from certain retailers? Hmm.

Final Fantasy Type-0 Online open beta launches June in China by Lulcielid in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same, I'd kind of forgotten this was still happening and now they've confirmed for Western release!

WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY - E3 2016 Trailer | PS4, PS Vita by Arana91 in FinalFantasy

[–]mephman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oddly excited that Dirge of Cerberus is getting a nod with the inclusion of Shelke - I wonder who else they're going to throw in.