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by Andok
Tue Jun 13, 2006 10:28 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: The World of Yerth
Replies: 29
Views: 10110

My recent schedule has reduced me to occasional lurking, but I am still monitoring this thread for updates. Yerth needs more love :cool:
by Andok
Thu May 11, 2006 10:36 am
Forum: Swap Meet
Topic: Roommate?
Replies: 29
Views: 18626

I only know you from this board, but I can tell you’re a good guy. I wish I was in a situation where I could help.
by Andok
Thu May 11, 2006 10:33 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: The Banana Defense
Replies: 35
Views: 13882


[quote="Neuro"]they use Genesis 38:8-10[/quote]

I just looked up those passages on the Internet. Now I'm no bible scholar, but in that passage, Onan was clearly 'pulling out'.

by Andok
Thu May 11, 2006 9:50 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: The Banana Defense
Replies: 35
Views: 13882

[quote="Neuro"](I mean that like 'which statement are you talking about' not 'clearly everything you say is wrong, which part of it do you think was right')[/quote] This: [quote="Andok"]The way he handled the banana and opened his mouth for it was a little homoerotic. Other than that, it wasn't any...
by Andok
Thu May 11, 2006 9:45 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: The Banana Defense
Replies: 35
Views: 13882

As an aside, what Christians think that masturbation is a sin and what passage of the bible do they use to support that belief? The reason I ask is that when I was a teenager, I went to Catholic Church (I’m not Catholic, BTW). One night, I had to attend what was probably my most embarrassing exper...
by Andok
Thu May 11, 2006 8:56 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: The Banana Defense
Replies: 35
Views: 13882

[quote="J@ke"]Wow. Really? That's how you want to defend your statement? You really need more of a reason to disagree with me than simply not liking me. Because, really, that was one of the most retarded responses I've read in a long time. At no time did I state that there are only 2 types of banan...
by Andok
Thu May 11, 2006 8:46 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: Happy birthday to Skyman!!
Replies: 13
Views: 4240

Happy Birthday!
by Andok
Thu May 11, 2006 8:44 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: Soul-Mate?
Replies: 15
Views: 4852

[quote="Gotetsu"]The way I see it, when you find that person that completes everything you lack, and fills every void you have, then that is your soul-mate. And if they are taken from you in some way or another, that void is left open. Can it be refilled by another? Maybe. But I would venture that ...
by Andok
Wed May 10, 2006 3:24 pm
Forum: Debate
Topic: The Banana Defense
Replies: 35
Views: 13882

[quote="J@ke"]You're right, the banana argument holds as much water as all the papers published in the [url=http://www.blackwell-synergy.com/loi/jeb]Journal of Evolutionary Biology[/url].[/quote] Well, I was referring to arguments here (for example, ‘someone’...
by Andok
Wed May 10, 2006 2:13 pm
Forum: Debate
Topic: The Banana Defense
Replies: 35
Views: 13882

The way he handled the banana and opened his mouth for it was a little homoerotic.

Other than that, it wasn't any 'stupider' than most arguments on either side of this issue.
by Andok
Wed May 10, 2006 2:04 pm
Forum: Spam
Topic: Piracy costs Billions
Replies: 101
Views: 21841

Holy crap! I think I finally found common ground with Count Zero :surprised :razz: No matter how you try to justify piracy, it is still theft and not a victimless crime. I don’t believe the grossly inflated figures (6.1 billion) that the industries claim they are losing due to piracy, but they are...
by Andok
Mon May 08, 2006 11:46 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: The Fat Man Walking
Replies: 36
Views: 7746

by Andok
Mon May 08, 2006 8:37 am
Forum: Spam: Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Topic: X3: Fastball Special
Replies: 7
Views: 4349

I soo can't wait to see this movie!
by Andok
Mon May 08, 2006 8:31 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: Piracy costs Billions
Replies: 101
Views: 21841

[quote="smartmonkey"]And I buy that 6.1 billion figure like I buy KS's claim that Palladium was bilked of millions.[/quote] :word: I think the rising cost of energy is more responsible for Hollywood’s loss of income. Higher energy costs means that almost everything is more expensive (groceri...
by Andok
Mon May 08, 2006 8:20 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: al-Qaida's Funniest Home Videos
Replies: 12
Views: 3702

Haha! I love it! I especially like how Mr. I-hate-everything-American in wearing Nikes. Classic!
by Andok
Mon May 08, 2006 8:12 am
Forum: Other Games
Topic: Yeah, it's a lot like this
Replies: 1
Views: 4310

:lolup:
by Andok
Mon May 08, 2006 8:10 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: Bush press conference
Replies: 13
Views: 7137


[quote="Skyman"]Ok let me try this again...[url=http://www.stevebridges.com/video/wmv/bush/bush_WHCA_256k.html]Bush[/url][/quote]

:lolup:

by Andok
Mon May 08, 2006 8:06 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Tell the story...
Replies: 20
Views: 8632

My shortest lived character ever was in Traveler – he died in the character creation process. No kidding. Here’s one that happened to a friend – A while ago, I decided to take a break from DMing and one of my players stepped up and started his own campaign. Since we were all us...
by Andok
Mon May 08, 2006 7:28 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Is your spouse a Gamer?
Replies: 28
Views: 9866

The closest my wife has come to gaming is playing the Zelda games on Gameboy.
by Andok
Tue May 02, 2006 10:03 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: B B Q
Replies: 19
Views: 6171

Damn, that Giant Crouton is making me hungry; although I am a little hesitant to try it because it sounds like something I would turn into a giant ball of fire. [quote="Skyman"]Like BBQing red onions, [/quote] I love BBQing white onions. I cut them into thick slices and hold them together with smal...
by Andok
Tue May 02, 2006 9:26 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: B B Q
Replies: 19
Views: 6171

B B Q

I just bought a Big-Ass™ BBQ, so I am looking for ideas for simple BBQ meals. I am sure everyone will BBQ over the summer, so please share your favorite. First, my favorite is lame – BBQ hotdogs (Hebrew National, because while I love the Freudian food, I don’t want to eat ground-up animal dick...
by Andok
Thu Apr 27, 2006 2:59 pm
Forum: Spam
Topic: The Worst Satanist Ever.
Replies: 25
Views: 7861

[quote="Count Zero"]Please correct me if I am wrong, but it is more of a commentary on intrusive religion and culture than an actual religious text. The title is there more for shock value from what I understand.[/quote] It's been a very long time since I read it, so don't take this a gospel (hehe ...
by Andok
Thu Apr 27, 2006 11:49 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: The Worst Satanist Ever.
Replies: 25
Views: 7861

I actually read LaVey's book. I don't agree with it, but it was definitely not what I expected from the Satanic Bible.
by Andok
Thu Apr 27, 2006 11:11 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: Gas Prices vs. Approval Rating
Replies: 17
Views: 9843

[quote="J@ke"]But, it is worth noting that the chunk that goes to taxes stays the same and has been for quite some time. Plus those taxes get re-disbursed throughout the community. So it] Unless the shareholders are stuffing their profits in mattresses, the profits are being returned to th...
by Andok
Thu Apr 27, 2006 9:37 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: Gas Prices vs. Approval Rating
Replies: 17
Views: 9843

[quote="Count Zero"]You need to [url=http://mediamatters.org/items/200604260019]stop watching Bill O'Riely[/url]. He has the bad habit of being wrong. [/quote] I know this doesn’t fit with your stereotype of us evil conservatives, but I don’t watch Oâ&...
by Andok
Wed Apr 26, 2006 3:49 pm
Forum: Other Games
Topic: Gaming Sucks
Replies: 12
Views: 10504


[quote="devlin1"]Apparently not, smart ass.[/quote]



I deflect with my Invulnerable Coat of Apathy!

by Andok
Wed Apr 26, 2006 1:12 pm
Forum: Debate
Topic: Gas Prices vs. Approval Rating
Replies: 17
Views: 9843

Good article, although it fails to mention the government’s direct role in the cost of gas (taxes). The huge profits that ‘big oil’ is raking in is only about 6% of the price of gas, while close to 20% accounts for taxes. Our government (local/state/fed) is making over 3 times as much ‘profi...
by Andok
Wed Apr 26, 2006 9:38 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: Gas Prices vs. Approval Rating
Replies: 17
Views: 9843

[quote="Count Zero"]Hehe... probably just an interesting coincidence. At least I hope it is. It would be really sad if the only thing that drove our citizens political outlook was the pocketbook.[/quote] I don't think it's just a coincidence – a lot of people â€...
by Andok
Wed Apr 26, 2006 6:59 am
Forum: Other Games
Topic: Dungeons and Dragons Online
Replies: 20
Views: 14428

Online D&D, a childhood fantasy of mine, is finally a reality, and here I am with no free time to play. It’s all a cruel joke!
by Andok
Wed Apr 26, 2006 6:56 am
Forum: Other Games
Topic: Gaming Sucks
Replies: 12
Views: 10504


[quote="devlin1"]Some of us don't have to pretend.[/quote]

"Smart ass" isn't a superpower. :wink:

by Andok
Tue Apr 25, 2006 8:10 am
Forum: Other Games
Topic: Gaming Sucks
Replies: 12
Views: 10504


[quote="Gotetsu"]Hmmm...choices.



1) Sit up all night pretending to be a superhero.



or



2) Go to bed and have hot steamy sex that would rival a porn movie.





Tough decision! :sly:[/quote]


or



3) Pretend to be a superhero while having hot, steamy sex.

by Andok
Mon Apr 24, 2006 1:01 pm
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Acaeum
Replies: 9
Views: 4010

I'll have to crack open my 'old D&D stuff' box and see how bad/good it is. I doubt I would ever sell any of my old stuff, but it's fun to know if it's worth something. While I am at it, I can also find that old issue of the Dragon with Gotetsu's article.
by Andok
Mon Apr 24, 2006 11:35 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Acaeum
Replies: 9
Views: 4010

[quote="mordraine"]Which would that be? I have no 5's. I have a 4 and quite a few 3's. But no 5's.[/quote] I have the orange cover version of the Palace of the Silver Princess. I also have a few 4's (both Geomorphs, and AC5). I may have more, but I haven't looked in my OD&D box for many years. ...
by Andok
Mon Apr 24, 2006 7:17 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Acaeum
Replies: 9
Views: 4010

Out of all of my boxes of old D&D crap, I only have one '5'? What a waste of space. :neutral:
by Andok
Wed Apr 19, 2006 12:37 pm
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: How far will you travel for a game?
Replies: 26
Views: 8752

I answered 11 to 25, but I would be willing to travel farther depending on the circumstances (to game with long-time friends, if my wife wanted to travel to the same area (shopping, family visit, etc), etc).
by Andok
Wed Apr 19, 2006 11:00 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Another question
Replies: 23
Views: 7887

I am partial to #2 because I mainly play D&D. I think most people like rolling dice, so I'll pick whatever option uses the most dice rolls.
by Andok
Wed Apr 19, 2006 10:57 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Which comes first?
Replies: 33
Views: 10012

Another good option would be to make each into its own booklet – a rules book, and a campaign guide. That way, guys like me can have a rulebook for my setting, and GURPs fans can just put the campaign guide with their GURPs books.
by Andok
Wed Apr 19, 2006 7:03 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Which comes first?
Replies: 33
Views: 10012

I prefer to create my own campaign settings, so I voted 'Mechanics".
by Andok
Tue Apr 18, 2006 9:50 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: The World of Yerth
Replies: 29
Views: 10110

I like it! Just 2 quick proofreading finds (the small stuff is easy to ignore, but these are big enough to change): Paragraph 1, remove “they hit upon” from “It took them 20 years, but eventually they hit upon they agreed to create” Paragraph 2, change “nuance” to “nuisance”
by Andok
Tue Apr 18, 2006 7:12 am
Forum: Spam
Topic: Important Warning!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 1712

Love it! A new version of the classic Goodtimes virus parody. Here's the original: [quote]Goodtimes will re-write your hard drive. Not only that, but it will scramble any disks that are even close to your computer. It will recalibrate your refrigerator's coolness setting so all your ice cream goes ...
by Andok
Mon Apr 17, 2006 4:15 pm
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: RPG Nostalgia
Replies: 42
Views: 11089

[quote="Neuro"]I dunno, really. I was thinking of the Central Limit Theorem, when I wrote it, which isn't really... it's just not... I mean... it's not that cool. It's probably not cooler than a good book. It's just what does it for me, verus what does it for Tom.[/quote] Then I guess you're not to...
by Andok
Mon Apr 17, 2006 4:03 pm
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: RPG Nostalgia
Replies: 42
Views: 11089

By Neuro’s standard, I have never had a ‘sense of wonder’ from any game. I doubt most people have ever experienced anything that profound in an RPG (at least I hope not). I think that when most people say ‘sense of wonder’ in reference to RPGs, they just mean that ‘new feeling’ you had when you firs...
by Andok
Mon Apr 17, 2006 11:14 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: RPG Nostalgia
Replies: 42
Views: 11089

My play style has changed quite a bit since my early D&D days. While I had a lot of fun back then, I wouldn’t have fun in the same style of game now. I do have a certain bit of nostalgia for those early years, but my last campaign was equally nostalgic. That ‘sense of wonder’ that most peo...
by Andok
Thu Apr 13, 2006 10:36 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: Women Friendly RPG
Replies: 52
Views: 14302


[quote="Gotetsu"]And who says gay's don't wanna be macho? I mean, I imagine you gotta be some kind of badass (no pun intended) to take it up the wazoo...and enjoy it. I don't think I ever could.[/quote]

:lolup:

by Andok
Wed Apr 12, 2006 11:42 am
Forum: Debate
Topic: World's Smallest Political Quiz
Replies: 13
Views: 6602

World's Smallest Political Quiz

Here's the "World's Smallest Political Quiz". I took the quiz, and it says that I am a Libertarian!


http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz.html
by Andok
Tue Apr 11, 2006 12:25 pm
Forum: Spam: Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Topic: A class @ UC Irvine
Replies: 31
Views: 10919

[quote="Shin Kenshiro"]The amount of effort needed to ever get wood to "melt" without any outside chemicals (acid & the like) far outweigh any use for melted wood. Because of this, all you can do is theorize as no one in their right financial mind would ever sponsor the research needed to "melt...
by Andok
Tue Apr 11, 2006 11:38 am
Forum: Spam: Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Topic: A class @ UC Irvine
Replies: 31
Views: 10919

[quote="Neuro"]Actually, I think Jake is right.[/quote] The cellular structure of wood would break down before it got hot enough to turn to liquid; however, you could melt the elements in the wood (I would guess it's mostly hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon), but at that temperature the material would n...
by Andok
Tue Apr 11, 2006 11:18 am
Forum: Spam: Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Topic: A class @ UC Irvine
Replies: 31
Views: 10919


[quote="J@ke"]Yeah, I had a friend that took a physics of sci-fi class and got in a big argument with the professor about whether or not you could melt wood. He said yes the prof said no. [/quote]

The professor is right.

by Andok
Mon Apr 10, 2006 9:24 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: The World of Yerth
Replies: 29
Views: 10110

[quote="Gotetsu"]I did a similar thing for my home-brew world, in a way. The human religion was based heavily on Christianity. There is only one god, referred to as God, of course. But he had several agents who carried out his will called the Saints. These could be considered "lesser deities" and "...
by Andok
Mon Apr 10, 2006 8:46 am
Forum: RPG Discussion
Topic: The World of Yerth
Replies: 29
Views: 10110

Cool... I'm looking forward to reading it.

Also, I forgot to ask, are the Ittakken Thri-kreen?