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    Casual stroll

    in Advanced Roleplays

    @@Blitz Boom,

     

    With a sigh of relief, Alexander replied "The name is Alexander Thaddeus Tinker, though my friends call me Xander," he paused. "Well, they would if I had any," he added casually, as if there wasn't anything weird about not having friends. "As for this 'Stargazer' fellow, I'm afraid I've never heard of him, though I don't know many people around town." 

    Nintendo Fired Alison Rapp Allegedly over "GamerGate"

    in Media Discussion

    · Edited by Jellal Fernandes

    Also Nintendo has an American branch, which she worked for. I was using hyperbole.

     

    Nintendo of America is not its own company, rather a subsidiary. Nintendo itself is based in Japan, which also leaves it off of most, if not all of the American stock market. As for the hyperbole, I really just wanted to inform.

    Nintendo Fired Alison Rapp Allegedly over "GamerGate"

    in Media Discussion

    · Edited by Jellal Fernandes

    Especially since she worked for a fortune 500 company!

     

    Nintendo is not, and could not be, a Fortune 500 company, as one of the requirements is that it's a US company.

     

    Anyways...

     

     

     

    That is what I find most infuriating about this is the victim hood culture which the PC culture has created. What concerns me most about this sort of thing is that it may make it more difficult for people going through actual discrimination by creating a "boy who cried wolf" scenario. While I may hate this SJW crap I know that discrimination is still a thing and does happen and not just to women

     

    This is a tough issue, as many people nowadays (especially when the electronics industry is involved) instantly assume that it's a "boy who cried wolf," while, conversely, many people assume it to be completely true. As the above stated, discrimination is still a thing, it happens to most everyone. However, discrimination in "Silicon Valley" and in other areas of the electronics industry is very lopsided towards women in particular, with studies showing 60% of women working in Silicon Valley claiming to have been sexually harassed as of January 2016, and 90% experience sexist behavior from other company employees. Granted, Silicon Valley is a pretty terrible place to work altogether right now.

     

    Regardless of who is calling foul, it is important, in any case, not to let past judgments and other outstanding biases cloud one's mind and to focus on what is known in that particular case. I, personally, support Nintendo in firing her. A person with the position she had needs to be well-liked by the consumer base.

    Casual stroll

    in Advanced Roleplays

    @@Blitz Boom,

     

    One of Alexander's ears twitched as he heard a knocking on his front door. He made a few quick notes on the paper he was writing on to remind him where he left off for when he resumed working on it. He rose from his seated position and moved out of the room towards the front door. There he heard what he presumed to be a mare saying "Come on, I know you're in there!" The voice was unfamiliar to him, though he opened the door regardless. Perhaps this was the new mailmare that he had requested, the last one was so klutzy that she almost ruined his entire order of baubles! After opening the door, he was greeted by a mare with some odd looking sunglasses. "Are you the new mailmare?" he asked. Then another thought occurred to him, with a look of panic in his eyes, he quickly asked "Did I forget to pay the bills again? Are you here to take my designs?!?!" 

    The hatred for Batman v Superman shows people are brainwashed.

    in Media Discussion

    I appreciate the criticism. I'll continue to refine my argument with a few more points. While I did say Superman is "Invincible," I did say that when his out-of-nowhere weaknesses came into play, deus ex machina occurs, immediately resolving said problem. Batman's just a rich dude who can amass military grade weapons and arms via cash piles. He's not really special. His parents are dead, and he's pissed at the world. Superman is portrayed as being compelled to do good. It's just not normal. He's got no real motivation other than that it makes him feel good. Everyone that completes volunteer work, cleanup/rehab efforts, medical work, etc. has a story as to why they do what they do. Superman doesn't. He's a hero because he wants to be a hero. DC comics has crazed and outlandish stories, and while it makes thing entertaining, it's not for everyone. Marvel has taken a more real-world, down-to-Earth approach. From recent movies, they've portrayed very relatable characters. Star-Lord wants to protect people because he couldn't do it for his mother, and he also wants to find his father. He's also a bit mischievous and likes to cause a little mayhem when he can. People can relate to that. He's like the cool kid in school with a bad home-life who gets in trouble to get attention. There's Ant-Man, the ex-criminal who wants to do good for a change, the Punisher, who's basically a real-world version of Batman because he actually harbors a grudge against the world and kills because of it, and plenty other examples that I'm just to lazy to mention.

     

    This argument is really a matter of opinion, and it's one we don't share. I've had fun with Marvel's movies, but I don't feel that I need to see them. The characters felt bland and uninspired to me. I'm also more into dark and gritty, which is DC's thing. I respect that you prefer Marvel characters, but I don't share that with you. The one Marvel franchise that I've really enjoyed is the X-Men. While I've yet to see the movies and I haven't really delved into the X-Men comics, I've really enjoyed the shows. I do hope that you check out some of DC's more serious stuff like "Watchmen" and "V for Vendetta," my favorite work of fiction. I also hope you check out "Superman: Red Son." If you have any recommendations for me, I'll gladly check them out.

    The hatred for Batman v Superman shows people are brainwashed.

    in Media Discussion

    · Edited by Jellal Fernandes

    bjective. 

     

     

    I would argue the exact opposite, I don't really feel any emotion or sympathy for Marvel's characters. Batman is trying to save the city that refuses to be saved, he's a man among gods, fighting alongside the likes of Flash and Superman with just his brain. Superman owes the world nothing, yet he chooses to save it time and time again, he will never stop fighting until all of mankind is safe and free. Plus, DC has WAY better villains, and the fact that the films take a serious tone is something that the superhero genre desperately needs to become a more respected genre.

     

    Superman is also weak to red sun radiation and magic.

     

    I respect your opinion that you suggest Marvel characters are better, but to call out DC's characters is foolish and ignorant. I thought little of Superman's character until I read Red Son, I would highly recommend it.

    The hatred for Batman v Superman shows people are brainwashed.

    in Media Discussion

    @@C. Thunder Dash,

     

    It was based on the Frank Miller comic "The Dark Knight Returns" featuring an older, bigger Batman who relied more on strength than other versions, thus telling why they chose Ben Affleck as Batman.

     

    As a fan of DC, I will admit that I'm biased, but I REALLY enjoyed the film. It was everything I wanted. I suppose I could see why it was confusing, but I tend to think really quickly. Most people I've talked to who know DC's comics have really enjoyed the film, and I think you need to have an understanding of the comics.

    Casual stroll

    in Advanced Roleplays

    Alexander Tinker was seated in his "thinking corner," a room located just outside of the living room and next to the hallway which led to his bedroom. Alexander had had enough complaining from guests that they couldn't sit anywhere. It wasn't his fault that he had so many ideas that needed to be written down. Perhaps other ponies just needed to be more understanding of the importance of his schematics and blueprints. 'When I'm done with this one, they'll see what these things mean!' he thought. The invention he was working on would be revolutionary to Equestria. When he finished it, at least. It'll happen. Eventually.

    Casual Stroll - An Introductionary RP mainly around Equestria OOC [Open Entry For All]

    in OOC & Discussion

    @@Blitz Boom,

     

    Name- Alexander Tinker

     

    Age- Mid to late 20s

     

    Bio- Alexander was one of many talents from the start, adventurous, smart, and curious. Unfortunately, he could never seem to finish anything, leaving his room littered with half-finished projects, his floor and walls covered with schematics for inventions and maps of places he'd been. Alas, in his many dealings and interests, socializing wasn't one of them, and it always came as a struggle to Alexander, though he's become accustomed to his relative loneliness, hardly noticing it anymore. Perhaps one day he'll finally finish making something.

     

    Appearance- None yet. 

    Crimson Requiem (OOC & Database)

    in Everfree Planning, OOC & Discussion

    · Edited by Jellal Fernandes

    Name- Estiel

     

    Birthrune- Assassin

     

    Sex- Male

     

    Age- 17

     

    Bio- A young, stubborn man who only speaks when he is absolutely certain of what he is saying. Despite his stubbornness, he is clearly well-read and one can tell he possesses much knowledge. However, he thinks far too much and far too quickly, making him socially awkward and emotionally unstable, his mind moving in hundreds of different directions at once. Because of this, he occasionally goes into mental overload, unable to focus and unable to act, even to move, and causing severe pain. Due to this issue, many feared he would one day turn into a monster.

     

    Potential- Vampiric Manifestation: Estiel can turn into a cloud of bats in order to avoid an attack or to move quickly from place to place. While the cloud of bats can separate, all the bats must be together in order to return to human form.

     

    Weapons-

                     Great Blood Blade- A weapon summoned from intentional self harm, this longsword has a lustrous black blade, silver hilt, and red bindings around the handle. This blade absorbs the blood of those it has killed to sharpen itself.

                     Nightfall and Nocturne- A pair of chain sai that appear to lower the light level in an area, however it is just an illusion seen by those within a 15 foot radius of the wielder, leaving the wielder vulnerable to ranged attacks.

     

    Appearance- Tall and slender with milky skin, ice-blue eyes and short black hair. Has sharp, pronounced features such as nose, ears, and chin. No apparent facial hair. Wears black leather armor with little protection around parts of the body required for meticulous movement, such as the neck, shoulders, elbows, knees, and hips. Gloves are studded on the knuckles for increased damage in unarmed combat. Armor has thin leather hood. Wears light, easy to discard black robes over armor.

     

    @@Redeye, 

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