Master Neverdead

Bumping this a little to respond to @Fatalysm and put some thoughts out there on this topic. First off, in regards to preservation/revival of the Realm and so forth, count me in! I can offer financial assistance as well as time and creative input for anything else that may be needed. I'm available to help. Second, there is a fascinating, lively community that persists and while I've not been diving in much or been considered an active part of that I'd be down to be a part of any plans to continue developing that in the near or far future. Just let me know how I can help or where I need to be in order to be part of the conversation and I'd be ecstatic to lend any aide within my means and capabilities.

You're definitely hitting this particular nail on its head, Yuan. These are historic events and we will be seeing some massive changes to the structure of the world's order very soon. This war has put a spotlight on Russia's informal structure of government and what might happen when Putin falls or is otherwise no longer in office. It's not as simple as dictatorships we've seen fall elsewhere. This isn't just a "next man up" situation. The various spheres of influence that exist are all so powerful that it seems destined for a modern, never before seen type of civil war. Gazprom, for example, is a gas company with its own private army, people representing them openly in the Duma, and territory that belongs to them. Will we see traditional armies led by people like Shoigu battling corporate entities like Gazprom as well? Is Wagner Group's little attempt at a coup about to become the norm in Russia? And of course there are all the vastly wealthy oligarchs and Putin lieutenants who have always been at odds and vying for more influence over the country. What a mess. And the Russian people will suffer as a result. I'm concerned that the state as a whole will fail and those at the top will continue to hold power over their own individual spheres while the average person is ground into dust. It's heartbreaking and complicated. Morality forces me to consider the human toll a failed Russia would take, but, as you so described, when you see first hand the suffering of Ukrainians its hard not to wish for such a collapse.

Oh my goodness yes! Keep posting your fakes, everyone! This is outstanding! I need more. MOAR!

Umm, someone lit a beacon? Sorry, it was very difficult to see from that far underground @Fatalysm and @Adam? but I did eventually spot it.

Sal? Back? Where!? I too am sort of dipping my toes into Old School. There was something special about that game.

This thread would still be alive....

Maybe playing RS again? We will see. :)

Yes, congratulations are definitely in order. This was and still is a fine piece.

HALO Reach was a fun game Breeze, not sure what you are talking about. But yes, HALO 4 seems awesome. I've been playing the Anniversary Edition HALO and if they use some of the graphics and textures that they used for that, then I am sure it will be one of the best looking shooters to date. Aside from that, Master Chief always gets my geek on.

Kind of is a daunting task after all on TCGplayer. But, it is well worth it. I've never been able to count and sort all of my cards so having this is nice because I can search my collection online to see if I have anything. Very cool.

Painkiller is an awesome cover. Here are two that I think are better however: The simplicity of this one is part of what makes it epic: And this one takes the cake as THE BEST ALBUM COVER EVER.... A weasel? Nice touch.

The rules are necessary Morte. My house games are to the letter, they just don't require anyone to have the latest cards. Bring whatever deck you like. Well, if anyone is close to Northeast Missouri or Northwest Illinois then you might be close enough to play with me. Other than that, I've taught some of my friends in the area how to play and a couple of them have really taken off with it and have decks that rival my own now. So that is one way to do it. Also, if you go to TCGplayer.com you can talk with people as well as view their entire collection (something I'm currently trying to finish....I wish I'd found this site back when I only had a few cards). But yes, my house is always open to gamers and friends. If you feel like making a road trip and hanging out for a couple days, let me know and we can work out the details. EDIT: To see my collection, http://store.tcgplayer.com/Collection.aspx?ID=18587 <----- Click! I have entered all of my M12 core set cards, but it will take me time before I get the rest (hundreds) of my cards added. Nevertheless, anyone from here who wants to trade should make an account there as well. It is fast and easy to enter your cards and trading is safe there. After you've done so, just let me know if you want to trade and I can make any of my cards available (the ones I'm willing to give up anyway :P ) Hope to be trading soon!

Un0, Sofee....howdy. :P Freelancing has paid off for me. I've got some incredibly promising work happening at the moment. My name should be out there really soon. :) Glad to hear that you are doing well. And never mind the college, I never finished either. :P One day I suppose I will, just to have that piece of paper that says I did. Ah, the wilderness. What a fun place. Do any of you remember the Cabbage game? I would send everyone in the clan who showed up into the wild with nothing but cabbages and the person to bring back the best items would win. What fun! I miss a lot of things about RS, but I could never gain the amount of time necessary to stage a comeback toward that end.

One of these days Yuan I am going to get you drunk and learn all of your secrets. :P I don't believe that I need a piece of paper to prove that I want to spend the rest of my life with a person either. However, the tax break is awesome. :) Sex does not require both male and female reproductive organs. However, the implied 'rule' for a girl that determines whether or not she is a virgin depends on whether or not she has a 'maidenhead' or hymen. For a male it is whether or not he has engaged in vaginal intercourse. But of course, that is a social implication as well.

Always hitting me over the head with technicalities. As usual though, you are right. :P Aratreak! Goodness I forgot how much I miss that dude. And 123man with his kid and the sunglasses for an avvy. :P You haven't gotten or considered marriage have you Yuan? Come to think of it, I don't really know that much about you personallu.