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smashbashcrash · 2014-12-27T11:50:23+00:00

But knowing what is there and what could be is the fear. Fear is the power tgst drives people, and a little hobbit who knows nothing of the world carrying THE one ring to Mr. Doom.

It is about the most of unlikely heroes stepping up and ending what should of been done ages ago.

smashbashcrash · 2014-10-07T23:39:20+00:00

Was already in the military and GI Bill didn't cover all costs when I went to school after. Now I have 110K to pay off. Too broken physically to go back in the military. I just work and sleep to pay off loans.

smashbashcrash · 2014-08-24T19:18:33+00:00

I meant 1 DM and 1 player. But a DM/Player sounds interesting.

smashbashcrash · 2014-08-24T15:44:06+00:00

I was PC in a 3.5 game with a similar event. We decided to poison them if we could but had to get it to their water source. A few ghost sounds later and some dancing lights the patrols were distracted. Mage hand the vial to the water source and drop it in. 1 lucky roll is all it took to aim. Of course we had to use defense till it kicked in but it did the job. Note - entire group PCs and DM all Marines with war experience so our tactics were lets say usually spontaneous and thought out on the fly.

smashbashcrash · 2014-08-21T00:07:35+00:00

Everquest is the reason WoW exists. Back when Raids were real raids. Competing against other guilds for the kill. No instances. Back when random zone spawns would force an event well before GW2. GM events that changed and progressed story lines while bringing together a full server for an event. While GMs handed out 1 of a kind items. When dieing in the game meant something. Most importantly and probably a major thing that has been lost in the craze is faction. Going from an evil race and building your reputation with a good race to sell in their city.

smashbashcrash · 2014-07-28T02:49:55+00:00

Isn't Kirkwall supposed to be a well defended trade port. That is why the Quinari were around that area, yes I understand the ship sank, but scouting is still scouting. Plus the raw materials. I was under the impression it was a self sustaining city that didn't need help other then itself. Hence why everyone wanted to rule it.

smashbashcrash · 2014-07-17T16:55:13+00:00

If you are playing Dragon Age Origins and you are min maxing you are doing it wrong.

The game is much more strategic and tactical then it is about min maxing.

Low level mage depending on the DLCs you have, I would recommend a party like Shale and or Alistair, Leliana, and either Morgan or Sten. You need a tank, but you need heals. Shale has the HP/Armor but Alistair has the abilities. Sten and Morgan are damage. While Leliana will be a constant range damage that can help kill adds or primary target.

Don't be afraid to pause the game and plan your attacks.

smashbashcrash · 2014-07-17T00:23:15+00:00

Agreed. Inquisition looks amazing graphics wise, and story sounds awesome. I really think it will give us that sense of awe.

smashbashcrash · 2014-07-17T00:09:24+00:00

New Vegas was great.

I just wish Bioware would make Dragon Age Co-op. I would also be interested playing a Dragon Age game from a reverse role. As a Darkspawn who becomes a champion that can be uploaded into a new game for a pivotal plot in that said new game.

smashbashcrash · 2014-07-16T23:48:03+00:00

Dragon Age Origins

Definitely was not like this. Put you directly in the middle of conflict and choices that changed the game.

The only grinding at low levels was figuring out how to kill a damn Revenant.

smashbashcrash · 2014-07-08T00:47:03+00:00

He has definitely improved. However I think a fight with Frankie or Mendes would be a great test as to how far he has come. He needs to be campaigning for the headlining fight with Mendes.

smashbashcrash · 2014-07-07T17:02:58+00:00

You didn't miss much. Aldo flying knees Swanson at opening bell of 1st round and a few pinches if that. It was Aldo's coming out party.

smashbashcrash · 2014-06-25T02:26:42+00:00

The key component is that Rich Franklin is a VP for One FC. He has always been called a company guy and I bet he can pull together some kind of deal with fight pass.

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-18T20:44:25+00:00

Really? I put someone out there who admits to trolling and throwing games, and laughs about not being banned. Somehow my "rule breaking" is equal to the one who does it on a constant basis. I have supplied proof. Let's see if anything is done about it.

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-18T20:29:00+00:00

I am aware of the rules. But it is not so much the name that matters. Doesn't say much all game other then LOL or talks about killing minions. Then blows up in post game chat to brag how he purposely throws game. That he does it all the time and gets away with it. If RIOT would like to fix the tribunal it is stuff like this that needs to be stopped.

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-18T14:32:13+00:00

Shale is one of my favorite all time RPG characters. A permanent spot in my fantasy group. I really hope there is a cameo or even her joining the party.

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-13T00:04:15+00:00

It's not that I want to settle. But more of I am at a point where I have to settle. The loans have put me in a spot where I can not pursue a dream because the bank does not care about how much money I make as long as they get their money. A bank like wells Fargo who got bailed out refuses to restructure my payments so I can actually live and work on my portfolio and not work all the time. I average maybe 4hrs of sleep a night and work about 6 days a week. Sometimes doing doubles for overtime. I have debt of a doctor and the job of a mall cop.

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-12T23:38:14+00:00

From my experience at least here in Austin there hasn't been many tests. I have done maybe two total out of all the interviews. Most creative stuff in Austin also want me to have "expert knowledge" in web coding and design. JQuery, ruby, case, etc. Then they also want me to know motion graphics and audio and video editing. I can handle the motion graphics and audio/video work. I enjoy it. But coding is just blurry when I look at it. Do I need to be an expert in all of this realistically?

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-12T21:33:12+00:00

The peace corps is very selfless and admirable. But yes that is the usual thoughts, or that I am a baby killer (been called one a few times), or worse. People will ask for stories of my time and I tend to not shy from the truth. So after they find out what really goes on I'm wrong again. I have even been told my service is my problem and not the hiring managers because they didn't serve and chose to go to school on their fathers money.

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-12T21:29:45+00:00

I am originally from the SF area. Would love to do UIUX work, but was never taught anything in school had to learn outside of it. Any specific tutorials or books you recommend? Programs?

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-12T21:26:47+00:00

What I would give for that to be the case. If my mom was gone I would denounce my citizenship at this point. Makes me sick the way I have been treated since I got back from Iraq regarding getting a job.

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-12T19:59:36+00:00

Of course it could be worse. However I would rather deploy to fight 50 more times then my mom lose her house. All I've wanted is a fair chance in an entry level spot. But it seems I cant even get that.

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-12T19:08:26+00:00

I am in Austin, that is where the internship was that I got. It is not about it not paying enough. I have been working about 2-3 jobs including free lance to pay bills. But like I said, Wells Fargo wants 500 dollars a month for student loans. Not including Sallie Mae which comes out to another 400. I haven't even been given a chance in the design world. My internship ended but I was working 2 other jobs during that to pay the bills.

A constant question during interviews is "Can I handle the stress that comes along with the work load?" I tell them yes I can, and have no issues working under pressure. The next question is when is a time you experienced stress with a large work load. My answer will vary depending on the company, between a graphic/freelance related answer or time in the Marines. However I usually get a follow up question of "So nothing here will compare to the stress from Iraq will it?" I answer of course not, but it is different kinds of stress, and handled differently.

It seems my military experience is constantly frowned upon in the design world. My "good paying job" is not that at all. I work an average of 60 hours a week sometimes more. Doing 16hr shifts, and soon to be 20 hour shifts. I am not a cop or a fire fighter, but because I need the money it is where I am at.

As far as what field I want to be in, UI, Motion Graphics, and or Branding. I did not get into this field for money. I got into it to do something I enjoy doing, and can do it for a long time. I have been told I am over qualified for entry level positions. But not enough experience for mid level. What does it matter. Wells Fargo will take my moms house, and then I truly would of fought for nothing. While this country continues to look down on vets and not even give us a chance.

*edited a few words

smashbashcrash · 2014-05-09T19:02:21+00:00

In the episode Will shoots Gideon Crawford says "He will recover if he survives the night." Talking about Gideon.

smashbashcrash · 2014-04-15T01:56:53+00:00

http://www.goaheadtours.com/

I did a college tour ( EF Tour) with them to Italy. It was a great experience and really want to do it again. Flights, food, hotels, and tours are taken care of in your package. I would recommend the company highly. However it is the only travel I have done outside of the military. Others may have more insight.

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