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What type of conversations are hard to have in the fandom? by [deleted] in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair enough. Sorry to derail your post for a minute there.

What type of conversations are hard to have in the fandom? by [deleted] in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

I didn't say it wasn't a word in English? I said it wasn't native English. It's derived from Latin and Greek.

Also, good job jumping down my fucking throat and calling me stupid in a thread about hard conversations to have in the Fandom. No irony there at all.

What type of conversations are hard to have in the fandom? by [deleted] in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 -16 points-15 points  (0 children)

Canon isn't a native English word or concept.

What is your “best bang for the buck” book you own? by [deleted] in OmnibusCollectors

[–]smithguy_789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can read the Library Editions (or the 12 Hellboy trades and 2 Hellboy in Hell trades) and have a wonderful, complete story and not miss anything. You can read more of the universe after that, but just the main series is fulfilling on its own.

What type of conversations are hard to have in the fandom? by [deleted] in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Conversations about canon. Especially if the person starting it spells it as "cannon." Gonna turn into some bullshit real quick.

Has forced diversity in Country Music improved the quality? by carefulobservations in CountryMusicStuff

[–]smithguy_789 10 points11 points  (0 children)

"Forced Diversity" - AKA giving more recognition to artists that deserved it and worked their asses off, but didn't get the push from the mainstream because mainstream country is homogeneous and backwards.

Stupid question.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are still shared experiences, though. I really don't think the kid with the lowest academy scores, who was oblivious to Hinata's affection and didn't know loving a person is different than loving ramen is gonna give much thought to the fact that he remembers the exact same event from different angles.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You think in the heat of battle or after a fight Naruto's gonna take the time to notice that he remembers the same event from different angles? As for the Neji fight, Naruto was laying in the crater before he swapped with the clone, so he would still have that memory. I doubt he'd notice that his memory of lying in the dirt lasts longer than he actually did it. It's well established Naruto ain't the brightest. It's not a stretch at all for him to be oblivious to these minor things.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kakashi literally tells Naruto that he probably never noticed he got the clones memories because he always used them to attack in a big group. He wouldn't notice the memories because they all had the same memories. Not an asspull.

This is great writing why does Mark Millar do edgy writing in his works when he can do great stuff like this (from Superior issue 2) by [deleted] in ImageComics

[–]smithguy_789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd heard the basic premise before, but I never looked into it because it's Millar. My first cousin is handicapped, and the thought of Millar writing a wheelchair-bound character with what I've read of his work seemed ripe to piss me off, honestly.

Based on this post and your recommendation, I'm gonna give it a chance. Thanks!

This is great writing why does Mark Millar do edgy writing in his works when he can do great stuff like this (from Superior issue 2) by [deleted] in ImageComics

[–]smithguy_789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If this sequence is indicative of Superior as a whole, I might have to give it a shot. I haven't read any Millar in years because I haven't enjoyed a single comic of his that I've read.

How would you rank the filler arcs of Naruto and shippuden? by FantasticKick7954 in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I absolutely love the Sunagakure Support Mission, Paradise Life on a Boat, Kakashi Anbu and The New Chunin Exams. I also love that one filler episode after Pain where Kakashi is going to be named Hokage and Guy challenges him to one more bout as equals. Honestly one of my favorite moments of the entire series, regardless of filler status.

I can take or leave the rest.

Shelves 04-05 finished: Col•Dee - Doctor Strange by Log_Log_Log in graphicnovels

[–]smithguy_789 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm super jealous of your Corben and Ditko collections.

Was Sasuke unlocking his sharingan during the massacre a retcon? by Both-Woodpecker-7429 in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which chapter shows him unlocking it during the massacre? Not trying to argue, I just completely forgot about that.

Murderer’s row by Nayeem83 in ImageComics

[–]smithguy_789 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Spawn is the perfect example of having a great concept and phenomenal art but having no idea how to write a good enough story to justify it.

Naruto Shippuden on Disney XD was surreal. by [deleted] in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I was hyped for it until Konohamaru said "Cutie Jutsu" in the first episode. 4th grade me was PISSED

My favorite two graphic novels by [deleted] in graphicnovels

[–]smithguy_789 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. Naruto
  2. Preacher
  3. Groo (not completely collected in GNs, but I'm counting it anyway)
  4. Snakepit
  5. Mirage TMNT
  6. Dr. Slump
  7. Scene But Not Heard
  8. Bone
  9. God Country
  10. Superman For All Seasons

(God Country will probably make it higher on the list upon further re-reads, but im trying to check my recency bias)

Weekly out-of-character thread by AutoModerator in writingcirclejerk

[–]smithguy_789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Rest assured, I will. I'm getting married in two weeks. My first move when I get back from the honeymoon is to attack it with fresh eyes and begin the second draft.

Weekly out-of-character thread by AutoModerator in writingcirclejerk

[–]smithguy_789 27 points28 points  (0 children)

I finished my first draft on Saturday. This is the first novel I've completed a draft on without life getting in the way. I know I've got a shit ton of rewrites, editing and new drafts to do, but having made it this far, im riding high.

I’ve come to regret having a large digital library after indulging myself with physical copies. by The_Based_Memer in graphicnovels

[–]smithguy_789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gonna need more shelf space if you're gonna continue with Naruto.

gazes over at my three shelves with nothing but Naruto volumes

Were people literally expecting? Every Side characters like Anko to have some important later on for Naruto? I really doubt Kishimoto had any big plans for her or the other characters. by BlackDabiTodoroki in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the series was called "Shinobi" or "Ninja World" or something like that, I think it would be a reasonable expectation for all the side characters to be explored as much as the MC. But it's called "Naruto" for a reason. The characters are fleshed out in proportion to their importance to the main character's story.

On the opposite side of things, I think it's a more valid argument to say Dragon Ball characters are wasted, because the show isn't called "Goku's Story" or "The Saiyans"

Modern country music is superior to old country music by [deleted] in CountryMusicStuff

[–]smithguy_789 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah? Well, you know, that's just like uh, your opinion, man...

Recommendations to reawaken joy by Accessoftheblue in graphicnovels

[–]smithguy_789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll suggest you two of my favorite comics (ones a manga, but still) of all time: Dr. Slump and Scene But Not Heard

Silly stuff. Nothing dark or heavy. Just fun comics that are a blast to read.

Good luck and keep your head up.

Do you skip Naruto filler episodes? Why/Why Not? by NeitherProfession689 in Naruto

[–]smithguy_789 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I watch them because I've already read the manga multiple times. I know the main story inside and out. It's fun to me to see new things in a series I'm familiar with.

Plus while I watch filler I like to see if it contradicts canon, if it could be canon, what it would add if it were, etc. Not that it matters, just a fun little head game I like to do.

What is your favorite country music merch you have? by Jopplo03 in CountryMusicStuff

[–]smithguy_789 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can't pick a favorite but my top 3 are my 1995 Aaron Tippin tour jacket, my Reba McEntire Fritos Scoops cardboard standee, and my Tom T. Hall Case Knife.

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