Lightning Flik

The problem with TEW is not the fact that it is involved, its the fact that you too many things are left up to you. Originally there was nothing in terms of storylines for players to use. You'd almost hafta create all of them. And creating the right one was annoying because you had to make it based on a certain amount of stats to be good. As soon as "no point" storyline (meaning anything goes) was introduced, I went with that myself during my trial. Because you could book it on the fly and you didn't need to have book that feud every show to maintain its overness (which was a problem with the other storylines). Add in too many unnecessary menus that complicated things when they needn't be, and you got a genuine mess. I'm still looking forward to see if TEW2 will be better than the original, but until then I'll play EWR myself.

For those of you who thought Lee Suggs was gonna be a Jet, he failed his physical so the trade of Suggs for Strait is now null and void. And with that, don't think the Browns can trade him for anyone now.

Personally, I go with buying my manga online through Indigo, but that's because they own the bookstore franchise in Canada known as Chapters. That and Chapters (the actual store) will order my books for me and deliver them to my home. Although, I need to go over like $50 worth, but it still is worth it. Its standard price, but the people I know at my Chapters store are the greatest of people so I always buy from there. Working knowledge is needed for basic terminology, but much will be explained at the back and front of the manga. Front of the manga contains the honorifics (-sama, -san, -kun, -chan), while the back explains things like White Day, Osaka, and stuff like that. However, you should at least know what the honorifics me (more -san, -kun, and -chan) because quite a few mangas use them (although, the older series don't really because it wasn't seen as needed). And don't worry about having to see any Japanese symbols and trying to figure them out. Most are only included because they'll be sfx, and even then there's a word on top like "pon" which is what the sound makes. Oh, and depending on the series, the anime may not diverse to greatly from the manga. Love Hina doesn't really diverse much from the manga, whereas Negima (original series) does. Speaking of Negima, the new series is called Negima!?. Its going to be based on the manga, but most likely not following it. However, the Spring and Winter OVAs that are coming out are supposed to be following along the storyline of Negima. Spring OVA has it preview released and will likely be out soon. The new series Negima!? is being done by the guys who did Poni Poni Dash!, while the OVAs are being done by SHAFT. Just in case anyone knows the animation groups. Also everyone who was there for the original series, will be back for Negima!? and the OVAs, sans Chao Lingshen's VA. She retired after getting married. So Chao's the only character who has a new VA for the OVAs and Negima!?. Actually, considering they didn't use all the material from novel 1, and did start with a little of novel 2; I could easily see season two be mostly novel 2 (specifically the Christmas part, and for those who read, know what I'm talking about, those who are clueless, go spoil yourselves if you wish), with a hint of one, and some of 3. And actually I bet you could put Haruhi on hiatus and still make a killing, considering it went from being a series that was "why do I even wanna bother" to cult phenom in Japan (and for everyone who watched it online). I would be alright with ADV, I'd personally prefer Geneon, but I'll kill someone if Funimation gets ahold of it. I hate Funimation.

In a discussion I had with someone who went to Otacon, Haruhi is being courted by everyone, but apparently there was a group (I forgot who, fuck), who said they had 3 series they were going to show off but didn't get to finish the contract till the day of the con, so couldn't introduce it the final. Probably likely this group got Haruhi (since they stated it was a big time anime). I'll get the name on the group and get back to you onto who. Only one last huge convention left that will likely be when Haruhi is announced. Probably gonna see a release by Winter for first DVD. And the animation is done by Kyoto Animation, or KyoAni. Same guys who are gonna be doing the remake to Kanon. Although, Kanon is based on a hentai game if I'm not mistaken, so expect that to be a romance/drama one. Also, word's going around that KyoAni has picked up a second season of Haruhi (which wouldn't surprise me). Have you noticed I'm pimping up Kanon? I wonder why. Can't be because a fansub group I know of has already stated they are doing it. Nah... Actually, considering how many series go for 24-26 lately and just blow a wheel somewhere inbetween, I think 13 was just right for Haruhi. Besides considering how Haruhi really is, they can get away with 13 episodes per season.

Yeah, Love Hina's theme is a pretty catchy, but definitely do not put it on repeat. It will cause your ears to bleed. Sentimential Generation of Sakuran Ni Gakki (School Rumble: Second Term) is just as catchy with less ear bleeding. Buy the whole set for Trigun its more than worth it. I don't own it, but I've seen it and it is worth it. Although it differs greatly from the manga considering the anime ends it and I believe Trigun is still running (but as Trigun: Maximum). Although, the ending doesn't disappoint. Oh My Goddess anime series that is still currently running. First season is 24, and so will be the second season from the looks. There's also two episodes that are on OVA (episodes 25, 26). However, you better be prepared because its nearly like the anime. Not that that's bad, but just letting you know. Oh and for all you Peorth fans, she doesn't show up till the second season.

How is that not out subbed or had a remake? It looks good, wp. Just curious, but is anyone going to be watching the remake of Kanon by Kyoto Animation? KyoAni, is the same guys who did The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, and since I'm a fan of what they did with Haruhi, I'm definitely picking this one up. And yes, I haven't watched the original Kanon, so I know next to nothing about this. But I'm hoping its just as good as Haruhi.

The thing I was refering to was the actual soundtrack that would have all the soundtracks as well as the arrange soundtrack (which IS a better version of the best of) and you can find it on a Japanese importing site. Though the arranged soundtracks usually come out awhile later. *shrugs* Geez. Admit to downloading anime so that you can at least keep up with the series and excited as it comes out, and everyone thinks you do it for everything so you get it for free. ...sorry if I was being a bitch earlier, but that isn't a good enough reason for me to pre-order it via NISA. That and the arranged soundtrack will be the same thing, only infinitely better.

We'll probably be #8 again this year. Just not going as far, unless Syvet becomes a stud on defense instantly and Schremp turns in the next Gretz. Honestly, we'll be in contention for making the playoffs, and that's all I ask of a team that really did overachieve last year by making the Cup finals. Everyone expects them not to make the playoffs, because they are overblowing the overachieving the whole team did and saying it was all Pronger. It wasn't just all Pronger. Roloson started playing like a #1 (or better, he played like Fuhr) , the rest of the defense showed up, Pisani finally came into his own (and hopefully STAYS there), as well as everyone else stepped up. That's more or less what's gonna make the difference next year. Is if Roloson can still play like he did, if Pisani shows up to play, and frankly if everyone else takes their game to a new level. And what the fuck is taking the Oilers so long in signing Lopul? I mean, this should've been done right off the bat.

I'm currently looking at a Wii itself. However, whichever way the RPGs go, is the system that will be my main system. So while I'll likely get the Wii first, if PS3 takes hold of the RPGs again.... Well, I'm getting a PS3. Hopefully Wii gets some legitimate RPGs so I don't hafta make that awful choice. ...maybe I can send in a protest letter to NISA to produce games on the Wii.

...wah... What exactly going on with Malkin? This is getting just weirder and wieder.

At the same time, you need to give that injury some serious reaction to actual game movement. So I think its not a bad idea, but any signs of trouble, I'd pull him.

The guy who springs up by 12 points is almost assuredily the guy who does so much of his position. Usually its awareness points. Thusly, yeah, that would be the guy you kept throwing picks to. ...I did the exact same with one of my CBs. Guy became my 2nd best CB after sitting at the bottom end of the CB pool the year before.

Geezus... What is with everyone and going overboard with what I say? I'm saying we've got the defense established already so that Sykora really doesn't hafta play defense all that much. Although while everyone says he'll be replacing Samsonov, I don't think he will. I think we're sorta stuck with our defensemen as is unless we move some of the rookies up. Then again, considering we're likely bringing up Schremp and Syvet, most likely we'll be offering some people up in a trade to get a d-man, I would think. And hopefully we sign Lopul soon. Not sure what's taking us so long on that one.

I think the only difference is you can sub in the guys on the first team. That's about it I think.

What...? I can't pick on someone for doing something wacky? Aw... We've got enough guys on the team that I'm confident we don't need Sykora playing this thing known as defense.

Considering you can just FIND the Soundtrack online, no thanks. I'll just get the full soundtrack.

Some of your keys not working today max? Not a bad pickup. Although we need more defensive upgrades, having the firepower stocked up isn't a bad idea other, if you can't stock up on the defensive side of things.

Why not use burst right off the bat? I'm now fairly curious. I hit the burst on the handoff, so wondering if I've been doing it wrong for so long now. I always try running up the middle first if the outside breaks down, but I usually try (with a fast back) try to break to the outside. I find better success. And should I rearrange the audiables to my own stuff or should I leave it at manual? Does it matter?

Out of curiousity, how exactly do you run the shit out of the ball? My 4 teams with decent backs can't run the ball for the life of them. I think my running average is like 50-70 yards per team. I'm throwing between 300-500 yards (which basically IS the total yardage) and praying that my defense can contain on the picks. And non of the backs have that great of break tackling skills, but I still can't get my West Coast offense to run the ball much.

Dear God, I mean I love the concept of getting a few bonuses and looking a little better but yeah. No Joe Montana. I just went from a 28-31 losing at the half against #6 Miami to beating them and winning 59-31. All because I got momentum back by the half and then took it at the start of the half by scoring the TD. My teams are the following: Conquerers 2-1, Blue Raiders 2-1, Wolfpack 2-1 and Knights 3-0. That's just ridiculous. Especially when the Knights beat #2 Texas, #8 Louisville, and #6 Miami. Although, I find it strangely ironic that the Knights are still unranked in the coaches poll due to whatever reason, yet are 17th on the media poll.

You see the problem with sliders is I remember a time when sports games didn't need sliders. When you could go to such and such level and it was just that. And my problem isn't the fact that it isn't hard, on the contrary I've had some good games. Its just the opposing team gets hit negatively for losing momentum. You should only award bonuses, not give negatories. Don't believe me, check the depth chart of your opponents. I seriously don't like it if my team gets "double" the points for momentum. I'm like Leena. I shouldn't hafta mess with the sliders to make the game "harder". I should be able to go "Heisman" and its fucking "Heisman".

No sadly, momentum meter is there and there's no way to turn it off. Honestly I wish it could be because right now that I figured out how to use the West Coast offense and the 3-4 defense, I'm able to trample teams with the added bonuses of momentum. Well, not trample teams, but I shouldn't be beating Ohio State by 50something to 28ish. Its still a good game, but momentum is starting to become painfully obvious in how broken it is.

After having a total of 7 pick in one of my 4 team dynasty games, I must say that the Spy Gold Cover (I think that's the name) of 3-4 Solid is the CHEAPEST play ever. You get good enough pressure to stop the run, and unless you do short passing plays, you ain't getting moving that ball and just laying up the pick. Reason I say this, is I just played that defense play for one game. Only call I made. And it resulted in the following: 7 sacks, 24 hurries, 7 INTs. That's not right. Also, momentum meter makes some pretty insane bonuses from it (up to 12 additional points). This wouldn't be a bad thing, except it makes even the mediocrest of players, stars. That's not exactly right.

Go to ESPN to find the link, but its looking like Dayne and Tatum aren't gonna be starter for the Broncos this upcoming season. Apparently undrafted running back Mike Bell has been turning heads and has been proclaimed the #1 heading into the pre-season opener. Now before anyone tells me, so what. Upon reading the TC reports, it is being reported that Mikey (as I'll call him) is currently turning a lot of heads right now and Coach Shanny has proclaimed him to be "just like TD". Now I don't know about you, but if Shanny's calling someone like TD, I would highly say that him having the starting job shows that Shanny might just make him the #1 period.

A good suggestion for playing zone defense is to play cover 3, or cover 4, or cover 2, that's found in the 3-4 defense. Its very effective against the pass, but it does leave you open to the running game. Now I recently started a new dynasty with 4 independant and only 1 star player on each team. The roster filled with decent players who have potential, but aren't gonna be ready for a season or two. I then booked A- schedules and let the fun begin. Houston Tech Wolfpack lost their opener in a very close game to #1 Ohio State 38-32. Down 33-10 before railing via the short game to the eventual loss. Then in what I must say was the most boringest game I've ever played, they beat (at the time) #2 ranked LSU 13-3. All points came in the first quarter, and then both teams defense took over. The rest of the game was the following: sack, fumble, drops, and punts. 300 yards offense was all that was done total (that's both teams, if we're lucky). Amazingly the only INTs came in the first quarter as well (3 in total). Next is Peoria State Blue Raiders. They first played then ranked #23 Georgia Tech and did pretty well. 24-6 was the score. But against PSU they got creamed 56-21. My third team: Ottawa College Conquerers started off against #3 LSU and got beat 38-17. They then turned around and beat up on #3 WVU 44-17. Key advice for WVU. They can't defend the long bomb at all. Cornerbacks suck. But my favorite team is the Toronto College Knights. They faced off against #2 Texas Longhorns and had a solid game in which they won 33-10. Don't let the score fool you. Only 1 TD for my offense, the rest was field goals and a defense TD. They then played #8 Louisville. I thought I was proud of the efforts for defense considering how shitty my teams are on defense, but this game made me smile. The offense was clicking: the backup halfback ran for 100 yards 2 TDs, main receiver gets 3 TDs and 200 yards, the defense comes up with quite a few turnovers (1 INT for a TD). It was just an all-out brilliance showing. Of course, next week I'll probably lose and it'll matter not. Playing bad teams and doing better than expected is awesome. However, I've now jinxed myself and will likely lose all my ranked team games.