The New England Thread: Bears Warbling Outside My Igloo: A Polarizing Dilemma

[Mindgam3]

So, being one of two drivers and talking it over with the other driver, if we were to pick up a fair amount of people and then be responsible for driving them back, we would prefer if we slept before returning everyone from whence they came. I'm personally not a fan of driving tired, and I'm certain Why-Disciple is not as well.

[Fraga]

ok so, being hospitalized again sucks, probably going to miss NH casuals (new complications)

[Nuclear Cheese]

So, being one of two drivers and talking it over with the other driver, if we were to pick up a fair amount of people and then be responsible for driving them back, we would prefer if we slept before returning everyone from whence they came. I'm personally not a fan of driving tired, and I'm certain Why-Disciple is not as well.

Hmm ... unfortunately the best I can offer you is either you grab a couple hours of sleep while everyone is here, or you find a cheap hotel room nearby (I just checked, and there's like four within a couple minutes of me. Oddly enough, I never really noticed before. ). I understand where you're coming from with this, but I can't really offer space for a bunch of people to stay overnight.

As far as drivers - is it just you and Mike? I thought Glitch might be driving as well.

Anyways, assuming this doesn't become a deal-breaker, we're on for this coming Saturday (2012 Aug 04). Those driving should PM me for directions.

Also, it'd be nice if you could let me know who's planning on being here, so I have a decent idea of how much stuff I need to get.

ok so, being hospitalized again sucks, probably going to miss NH casuals (new complications)

Jeez, that sucks. Get better soon.

[Mindgam3]

Oh well, I'll manage. When is the earliest time on Saturday that we can arrive?

[kona]

I'd like to take part of this if someone's willing to give me a ride. I can throw down for gas money.

[WhyTheHellnaut]

I'd like to take part of this if someone's willing to give me a ride. I can throw down for gas money.

I can prolly pick you up on the way. Still living at the same place?

[kona]

Yessir. I do have a different number though. If you didn't get my text, PM me for it.

[agp24]

Anybody still have any room? I can pay for gas.

[Nuclear Cheese]

Why/Mindgame - I sent you two a PM with directions. Anyone else who's driving should PM me for directions.

As far as when you can show up, any time noon-ish or later should be fine.

I'd like to take a bit of space here to spell out a few things to keep in mind while everyone's here. If you're coming, please take a moment to read through. (I don't want to be a pain in the ass with all sorts of rules, but there's a few things that I want to make sure everyone's on the same page on)

• Since I live in an apartment building, please keep the volume in check. It doesn't need to be library-quiet, but just try to not get too loud please.
  
• My brother's cat is here. She typically shies away from strangers so it shouldn't be an issue, but of course don't harass the cat.
  
• Related to the cat again, since the cat is strictly indoors, please do not open any doors or windows (which could inadvertently let the cat out). If need be I'll open up a screened window or two but hopefully with two air conditioners that won't be an issue.
  

And a couple not-so-rule items to think about:

First - the mini-tournament I mentioned before. I'm thinking of running Twinkle Star Sprites, versus mode double elimination. Hidden characters (Dark Ran/Mevious/Memory/Sprites) banned, but all others allowed. Quick search shows the game does a best-of-3 for versus mode, so it'll be by usual tourney rules. Reminder - winner gets free dinner.

To clue you in on what this game is like - it's a versus shooter (like Touhou 9 PoFV), but without the danmaku, just lots of silly things and ~KAWAII~. ()

Second - I'm sure we'll all be wanting to grab food at some point. There is a Denny's near-ish (5 minutes or so up the highway), but I've never been there so I can't say if it's a good one or not. There's also an assortment of other restaurants and food places nearby, including (going from memory) McD's/BK, Subway, at least 3 pizza places, Lui Lui's (italian), Olive Garden, Longhorn steakhouse, ... probably a bunch of other stuff I don't even remember. Obviously we can decide what to get on-the-fly, but it might help to consider the options beforehand.

Finally, I'll be making a run to the store on Friday to pick up some sodas and whatnot. Any particular wants (cue Tales asking for all the root beer)?

[Mystic Eyes]

I unfortunately will be taking a small break from casuals for the time being as I get my career straightened out. My appearances to casuals will be by whim and random from this point forwards. ~nodnod~

[The Katz]

I unfortunately will be taking a small break from casuals for the time being as I get my career straightened out. My appearances to casuals will be by whim and random from this point forwards. ~nodnod~

You will be missed.

[Light_Nazgul]

Yay! I think I can go!

Cheese, are you still living across the hall from whence you once were? If not, could you PM me directions. I may acquire Genstov and Fatal Serenity also. Be safe all. See you Saturday!

[Nuclear Cheese]

Yay! I think I can go!

Cheese, are you still living across the hall from whence you once were? If not, could you PM me directions. I may acquire Genstov and Fatal Serenity also. Be safe all. See you Saturday!

OH SHI~! Hype just tripled! Nazgul is coming!

... er, ahem *cough cough*. Yes, I'm still in the same apartment building, across the hall from the previous apartment (where I previously had held casuals a couple years ago). If that's not enough, let me know and I'll PM you the details.

Also, you still have my cell number, right?

[WhyTheHellnaut]

I have one more spot in my car in case Tales wants it or if Katz or someone else wants it more. Also, just want to let people know that I'll only be staying til 11pm to avoid driving til 5am, but I'll try to be there by 2ish to maximize funtimes.

Also, Kona, check pms.

[The Katz]

Decided on sitting out.

I'd like to meet Nazgul. Tales, I challenge you to mortal combat.

[kona]

This should be interesting. I haven't hung out with you guys in a while lol. Also, I have a slightly strange request. Bottled water?

[agp24]

You are on, Katz. First to 5 in Guilty Gear?

Edit: Or you know, whatever. Something to decide who goes.

Edited August 1, 2012 by agp24

[The Katz]

We decided that Why could flip a coin to decide, since we have no real way of deciding on our own.

[Mindgam3]

The final roster of cool cats confirmed for the Mindmobil3 consists of LPT, DannySchme, Furok, and Crown.

We have no real way of deciding on our own.

I'll decide who goes. Tales and Katz, riddle me this. What has fans, a large chest, and a certain degree of buoyancy?

[agp24]

I'm gonna guess Litchi.

Edit: Is it fuujin or Mai?

Edited August 1, 2012 by agp24

[CrownEmpress]

How many setups are there going to be?

[LordPangTong]

yooo so much hype around this event! you know its good when legendary sages like Nazgul are scheduled to appear =D

I'm going to bring a setup consisting of a CRT and PS3 in the MindMobil3 as well as my Melty setup. Also I hope someone else has a laptop, because Juan requires one to stream MLG lol

[Fraga]

The final roster of cool cats confirmed for the Mindmobil3 consists of LPT, DannySchme, Furok, and Crown.

I'll decide who goes. Tales and Katz, riddle me this. What has fans, a large chest, and a certain degree of buoyancy?

Damn hospital, I was so close to coming to this. SO CLOSE

[Nuclear Cheese]

This should be interesting. I haven't hung out with you guys in a while lol. Also, I have a slightly strange request. Bottled water?

Not sure how bottled water of all things is considered "strange" ... I'll make a note to pick some up.

How many setups are there going to be?

I have here the following:

• Large LCD HDTV for computer/PS3/360 (never felt laggy to me - Rockband's autocalibrate says it's good too)
  
• CRT for PS2
  
• Second, small CRT my brother has for whatever
  
• Smaller LCD TV (also my brother's) for whatever
  
• Extra computer monitor not hooked up to anything important at the moment
  
  
  I plan on using the HDTV for the TSS mini-tournament, but mainly just out of laziness since that's what my computer is already hooked up to.
  
  LPT is also bringing a CRT setup, as he indicated above. Is anyone else bringing setups? I'd really like to know in advance so I can make space accordingly.
  
  
  While I'm making lists, I've got the following ("relevant") games here:
  
  • PS2 - GG, MBAA (not Current Code)
    
  • PS3 - KoF 13, BBCS (not Extend), Skullgirls, MK9 (no DLC), Arcana Heart 3
    
  • 360 - GG2
    
  • PC - lots of fun poverty (WanWan, E's Laf, etc)
    
  • PS1 - Inuyasha
    

  Feel free to bring other stuff, of course.

  So, it's looking like more people are coming than I originally expected (not complaining!) ... looks like we've got:

  [*]MindMobil3: Mindgame, LPT, SCHMEEEEEEE, Furok, and Crown

  [*]WhyCar - Why, 1/2 people I don't know who they are yet, Kona?, and Tales/Katz

  [*]Nazcar - Nazgul, maybe Fatal Serenity and Genstov

  [*]Outlaw Vinegar (no news on other people coming with)

  So, I count like fifteen people total will be here. Good thing I'm not still in my old apartment - there wouldn't have been enough room!

[The Katz]

Mai from KoF?