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Oh, travel. I don't mind air travel, in general, but there are always road bumps.
Oh, travel. I don't mind air travel, in general, but there are always road bumps.
OK, I admit it. I'm not the most active Cubs fan around. I wouldn't say I'm a fair weather fan (the Cubs don't have fair weather that often) but I don't follow the team that closely. Perhaps I should start doing so, because I think this may be our year.
No, it's not because this is the 100th anniversary of when the Cubs last won the World Series. It's because the Databases: TNG patch for Drupal 7 has finally landed.
And there has been much rejoicing.
Earlier tonight, I was commenting on a friend's blog. He was asking about web game programming, and the challenges of Flash vs. Java. For whatever reason, the first thing that came to mind was OpenLaszlo, which some fellow Drupal colleagues have been very big on lately, so I left a quick note to that effect despite, to be honest, not knowing much about the subject.
Wait, colleagues? It took me a moment to realize that I had indeed just written "colleagues", because I've never actually worked with the people in question.
Drupal 7 is shaping up to be the most modern Drupal ever! (Now there's a silly title if I ever heard one...) Not only are we upping the system requirements to PHP 5.2 and MySQL 5.0, but PostgreSQL users will now need PostgreSQL 8.1 at least.
Recently I've been talking up various ideas for pluggable subsystems in Drupal in IRC and the other usual haunts. Ideas have been percolating in my head, but so far I have been remiss in actually writing them down. Yesterday, however, I had an epiphany to solve the primary issue I was trying to work out, so I present a hopefully workable RFC (for real, not IETF version) for pluggable subsystems in Drupal.
I am posting this over to Planet PHP as well to invite commentary from those who aren't already embedded in the Drupal mindset. :-)
I have been running Mollom as my spam-fighter on this site for not quite two months now. It's been fairly effective overall. The nifty flash meter shows me just how bad the spam problem is (good grief, 593 blocked spam messages just on 15 May!), and I haven't gotten any spam in my comment list yet.
That is, until today, when a new form appeared.
Some time ago, on a lark, I wrote a Drupal module called Google Search. It was mostly so I could experiment with the then-new Forms API, and was one of those "one night" projects we all do from time to time.
At DrupalCon Sunnyvale 2007, Rasmus Lerdorf chided Drupal on spending over half of its request time on just the bootstrap process. As a GHOP Task , Cornil did a performance analysis of Drupal and found its two largest performance drains were the bootstrap process and the theming layer. Quite simply, Drupal spends too much time including code.
Drupal 6 has the beginnings of a solution. Page handlers, the most unused code in Drupal, can now be split out into conditional include files and the menu system is able to conditionally load just the file it needs for a given page request. Based on earlier benchmarks, just that code shuffling netted Drupal 6 a 20% performance boost. The downside, however, is that it does require the module author to explicitly specify file to be included, and the syntax for it is just a little bit annoying what with the file name and file path being separate keys on the menu handler.
Fortunately, Drupal 7's self-learning code registry system has just landed, which should obliterate most of the wasted bootstrap cost.
For those who haven't noticed yet, the latest in a expected long line of Drupal books for this year has been published: David Mercer's verbosely-named "Building Powerful and Robust Websites with Drupal 6". It is not a book for the experienced Drupaler; it's target market is people picking up Drupal, and the web for that matter, for the very first time.
Personally I think David has done a great job with it, but then I am biased; I was the tech reviewer for the book. :-) If you want an unbiased opinion, pick up a copy yourself and give it a read. Then you'll know how good it is. As an added bonus, 5% of all sales through Packt's web site are donated to the Drupal Association. Everybody wins!
By now you may have heard the news from Paris that a unit testing framework has landed in Drupal core. A huge shout-out goes to everyone involved. I particularly want to note the work that's been put in by former GHOP students and members of the GHOP team. It's amazing to see how far some people have come in a short time, despite still having homework to do. :-)
The next step, of course, is to make Drupal itself fully-tested. That poses a number of challenges, particularly for unit tests. Because I'm sure others will be singing the (well-deserved) praises of the testing team, I want to take a moment to focus on that next step and one important approach: Testable APIs.


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@danei know you enyoj your propolis very very much, but i'd advise you to stop this daily therapyes. and only because long term treatment creates higher immunity, which also creates immuner bacteria(or are they viruses?). anyway..i t's actually not wise, coz once you'll get sick, not a ton of propolis will help you, as oposed to people who don't use it daily.
Dane, that's a seriously strange looking kitty! :-D
Without some real, long-term research, I'm going to be hesitant about inhaling volatile oil mist into my lungs, regardless of the source. People used to think tobacco smoke was a cureall, too, until people did some serious research.
I just got back from out Skagit County Beekeeper's meeting and guess who our speaker was? Bradford Weeks, MD, who as been advocating Apitherapy for about 30 years. See: www.weeksmd.com He talked on the benefits of bee sting therapy, use of raw honey for treating wounds, burns, and infections; and when I brought it up, even the inhalation of Propolis vapors. All very interesting.Dr. Weeks has a medical practice on the south end of Whidbey Island (the next island south of mine) and is a beekeeper besides. If I remember correctly he said that chewing propolis was very benefical, that inhaling the vapors helped Asthma, Sinisitus, and other respitory problems.He did not recommend using it in a CPAP machine for the reason cited by CBEE.He seemed to indicated that it was hard to overuse apitherapy. I was the only one there who was using it--self prescribed and administered. I told everyone how it was working for me.
Dane, look what you have done!!!!! You create the most interesting topics that I can ever think of, yeah!!!!! Good for you, whenever I see your name coming up as a new posty thing, I know "something interesting this way comes". Yeah!!!!!Propolis sits in a little glass jar (actually getting bigger by the day) on my kitchen counter. I will begin to vapourize propolis, I have several apparatus for these kinds of things. BUT....until I get this part of my life together, I take a moment many, many times a day, to stick my nose right inside this little glass jar and go into the heavens of those warm summer days, sitting near the gargantuous pine tree in my yard, reeling in the scent of the warm pine pitch that falls to the ground, permeating the air with a scent that cannot be compared to.....oh yes, my little jar of propolis and going back to the beautiful dog days of summer. Have a wonderful day, I have to go and take a sniff of my propolis heaven, before I head off to the doctor. Have a wonderful and beautiful life and day, my best health wishes to us all. Cindi
Ok, so forget all the logistics of function-what did it feel like for you? I would like a little more detail on your experience and what this did for you. Personally i am pulling out the Volcano and trying it asap :-D


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It's the 4th day of the new year and at last MadAboutGenealogy has moved out of the cemetery !!! For those who haven't caught up on my posts since the 1st January they have been about cemeteries and graveyards. Oh well it's amazing what makes genealogists happy
Today I am posting about the new release of Manchester maps, great news for my friend Jill who has all her ancestors within 50 miles of Manchester, she is a neat and tidy person and likes to corral her family in a distinct area!
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Also available online are Commercial Street Directory maps dating from the 1750's and the Manchester Blitz maps.
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- Training Theory & Methods (http://www.germanshepherds.com/forum/training-theory-methods/)
- - Getting updated on training methods (http://www.germanshepherds.com/forum/training-theory-methods/404802-getting-updated-training-methods.html)
Getting updated on training methods
As I re-enter dog training after not really doing much of it for over a decade I decided I'd take the time to review current ideas. I am open minded and definitely interested in doing what is best to achieve a balanced and rock-solid-reliable and SAFE, SAFE, SAFE animal (particularly around children).
If you saw my intro post you'll know about Rocky and my early (about 15 years ago) navigation from being totally clueless to getting trained by an active Schutzhund competitor.
If I had to characterize the methods I'd say a combination of Monks (of that era) and compulsion/praise. I started with choke chain but ended-up with e-collars. The e-collar work was low-level avoidance style. In operant conditioning terms this would probably be a "negative reinforcement" approach.
No clicker training but still classical conditioning through verbal and physical praise means.
In reviewing what's out there from Leerburg to Ivan Balabanov to random web searches, I see a big push against compulsion training and, at the extremes, towards pure operand conditioning approaches. Of course, I get it, you are not going to teach a dog or a dolphin to do anything half-way complex by yanking them around through the behavior.
Then there are folks like Ian Dunbar (Ian Dunbar DVM - Google Search) who seem to be advocating an almost conversational approach to training dogs.
And then there's the whole pro and anti-Cesar Millan crowds.
I've never had to deal with aggressive, hard, rip-your-head-off, GSD's so I'll be the first one to admit I have no clue when it comes to that side of the world. I have, however, dealt with powerful 120 lbs males who without solid leadership can be a handful to manage. Rocky could be one of them. Not sure yet.
One theme that seems to repeat in my mind when I watch what I'll characterize as the Ian Dunbar school of thought is that not one of these training evangelists show you videos that start with a dog that would rip your head off if you look at it the wrong way. Every single video I've seen shows dogs that are your typical easy-to-train pet dog. Even when they show you correcting "aggressive behavior" I find that the dogs rarely exhibit what I would consider true aggressive behavior. Most issues seem to come from bad or weak leadership.
I know, without one iota of doubt, that there are a myriad of situations where there isn't anything (meaning food) I can put in front of one of my GSD's to lure them away from the situation. On the other hand, I know that a solid well-trained "out" will do the job. And, yes, sometimes tools such as prong collars or e-collars set to higher levels might be the only safe way to positively punish and reduce or stop the behavior.
My gut feeling is that some of the current trend is simply due to a politically correct movement of some sort. It's easy to be ill-informed and say that e-collars are "shock collars" and that prong collars are torture devices. It's far more acceptable to say you can have a conversation with your dog and use loving gentle praise for everything.
Just a few days I ran into a woman walking a little 25 pound dog at the park. Rocky (who's around 95 lbs now) was on my 30 foot leash free to smell and explore. He alerted me that she was coming way before I actually saw her come around the turn. Once I saw her I recalled him with a "heel". He ran to me and did an almost perfect (got a bit tangled) heel. As we passed she said "I wish I had that kind of control. Fluffy just doesn't want to walk. He pulls me all over the place. I don't know what to do!".
After a short conversation I decided she was going to put zero effort into real training. I told he to get a prong collar. Before I could explained how to use it (it isn't a torture device!) she almost yelled out "That is horrible! I would never do that to my dog!".
So this is what I did. I gave her Rocky's leash and asked her to walk him a little. She was kind of scared but did it. I watched as she effortlessly walked him back and forth.
I asked her: Did he pull? She said "not much". To which I replied: So, do you think the prong collar was being used to torture him into walking with you? She got it and we had a conversation. She's getting a prong collar and I'll teach her how to use it.
My point is that I think a lot of these "modern" methods are extreme reactions to people not understanding prong and e-collars in particular.
I'll admit that both of these can be dangerous in the hands of the clueless. A clicker is a far safer choice and it is probably hard for your average pet owner to royally screw-up a dog and cause seriously dangerous situations with a clicker. Much like a baby rattlesnake is worst than an adult rattlesnake, a newbie trainer with a prong or e-collar and no guidance is a dangerous thing. In that context I would definitely point someone to something like Ian Dunbar's method and wish them well.
Coming full circle, I am no interested in updating my approach in order to take advantage of more modern methods. Operant conditioning is number one on that list. I am not fully convinced that compulsory methods are completely out, yet, as I said, I am open minded and want to learn. At this point I am liking what I see from Ivan Balabanov. I am considering buying his complete video series to learn more about his approach. Frankly, I could spend thousands at the Canine Training Systems website just on videos from various trainers. I've already spent a bundle on Leerburg videos (although I find them a little long and repetitive).
I am also looking at the idea of getting updated through local trainers. I am going to see OJ Knighten (K9 Coach Dog Training) on Monday and have already met Michael Kempkes (Wustenberger-Land).
Any thoughts, opinions, ideas, links and suggestions?
(sorry for the long post).
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Something you didn't state is what your training goals are. Much more thought and care needs to go into training behaviors for a competition dog than a pet. Pet owners don't care about a tuck sit or lightening fast flip to finish.
IMHO, many methods of training are effective. Sometimes it is about what best fits the dog and trainer. A highly motivated dog with a lot of drive is easiest to train with positive reinforcement. A dog that doesn't care much for food or toys is best suited for escape/avoidance training. That being said, these situations can be reversed with good results if you manage the dogs drive by withholding meals (as an example). I feel the keys to effective training are, the handler understanding the training methods used, engagement with the handler, effective communication, consistency, and having a goal for the training. Classical conditioning works. Operant conditioning works (marker training). Freeshaping and luring both work. Koehler escape training works. What are you comfortable with? What finished product would you like to see in your dog?
All of the people you mention have successfully trained dogs. Their methods all work. There are complete systems available on DVD that take a dog from puppyhood through trialing. If you wish to educate yourself instead of mentoring under a trainer, I would suggest going with a system and sticking to it to avoid conflicting behaviors and communication.
If you decide to work with a trainer, I would find a trainer that you are comfortable with, that understands the system you are training in, and advocates the training principles used in the system.
I personally recommend the Michael Ellis system, as I agree with the principles of his training methods, I believe his videos are easy to understand, his methods are easily implemented by me as a trainer, and there is a great body of material available on his training methods.
I also use low level e-collar / prong collar training (which is not -R, but +P -P) escape training, combined with rewards to shape and proof behaviors. With pet and working dogs, this can lead to very solid obedience in a very short time.
Something that few training systems address is how to live with your dog. Deciding how you are going to shape and manage behaviors in your home is going to effect how you will ultimately communicate with your dog, and will determine your relationship and bond. If you apply heavy compulsion in house manners, that will bleed over into formal training and overall relationship with the dog. Your dog is learning every moment it is interacting with you, so consistency is important on and off the training field.
This is all just my opinion, and I'm sure you will receive other advice that is valid. I know this probably didn't help much, but I feel the more tools you have in your toolbox, and the better you understand those tools, the more effective trainer you can be.
In my opinion, the biggest predictor of success is the handler's understanding of, ability to correctly implement, and commitment to using whatever training system you prefer.
I highlight commitment because I think it is the most critical factor. Every training plan, and every team, is going to hit roadblocks and hurdles at some point. If you are predisposed to seeing these as signs that your whole approach is a failure, you will give up at that point.
Conversely, if you're committed to the approach, you might adjust your specific tactics in that moment, but you probably won't quit on whatever underlying emotions and beliefs led you to prefer that approach in the first place. And IMO that makes the difference between who can get a particular methodology to work for them and who can't.
Ditto on what david said but id go ivan over ellis but both are worth a long long look.
"It's far more acceptable to say you can have a conversation with your dog and use loving gentle praise for everything."
Isn't that the answer to everything this day and age .......LOLOL
Great post. I recently started a thread around different training methods for certain situations. There are so many methods out there.
I also agree with the others that said it depends on the level of training, the dog, and the handler on what methods work best.
In order to expand my knowledge in other training methods and after alot of advice from the board members here and some research on my own, I decided to order the Ivan Balabanov DVD set. I should be recieving them this week. I will let everybody know what I think of them after I watch the DVDs.
I am VERY pro-active about preventing problem behavior from the very beginning. I use NILIF, I impose structure and discipline, I control their access to what they value and make them work for it, even if that just means a sit and "watch".That doesn't mean my dogs are perfect, but the more motivational I can be from a young age, the more I can show my dogs that getting what THEY want means doing what *I* want, the more I can teach them to make good choices, to teach them to control their impulses, and to reinforce attention and other default behaviors, the less corrections I need to use down the road. I will make my dogs do things if I need to, but I also want them to WANT to.
I guess I am also saying that credibility would be boosted significantly if the feel-good trainers demonstrated their methods with challenging dogs.
Another aspect I seldom see is the dynamic once you start adding dogs to the mix. Scenario: You are walking two or three GSD's by yourself. On leash, of course. Something comes across --a dog, a cat, a rattlesnake, whatever. One of the GSD's goes off. The others trigger off this and go off as well. How do you deal with it? You are not going to get anywhere clicking away or shoving food in their mouths. On the other hand, between prong collars and e-collars and all of the training that went with them I know I can control the situation very quickly.
That's the kind of thing I don't see in these methods. I don't see real-life extreme cases. I want my seven year old kid to be able to walk two GSD's and have full control. This has nothing to do with training for competitions. This is just real life. I wish the Ian Dunbar's of the world would devote more time to such scenarios.
I am not saying that the operant conditioning methods don't work. I am saying that the guru's seem to go out of their way to only show easy student cases. I've been to the dog pound and seen dogs that launch an attack if you so much as look at them. I'd like to see one of these guys take such a dog and click them into behaving like a trustworthy and reliable pet and trust that same dog around their own kids. I have a feeling most of these trainers would be calling on the methods (or help) of someone like Cesar Millan very quickly.
If you watch dogs in a pack correct and "train" an unruly dog you know there's nothing nice or politically correct about it. It's pure animal communication. And they understand that very well. "Behave this way and I rip your head off" is what my older female tells Rocky when he gets out of control. And he stops. And he has been bothering her less and less. Within two weeks they were sleeping in the same pen. She didn't bring him food to reinforce good behavior. Or take away a toy to punish it. No, she growled, showed teeth and charged him as a last resort. I've seen this a million times. And it works. Of course, she is not trying to teach him how to open a refrigerator door. Different skills require different training methods.
Based on this my conclusion tends to be that there's a room for both approaches. There are things a dog is going to understand far quicker and far more effectively if you use language and methods he is wired by DNA to understand.
You can tell a kid not to touch the hot stove a million times. They touch it once and it never happens again. Two key points there: First. They still touch the darn thing. They eventually do. No matter how many times you told them not to. Two. One harsh self correction and the whole thing is over. Dogs are no different.
Now, if you are teaching what I might term "unnatural behaviors" then, yes, you need operant conditioning. You are not going to teach an Orca to jump through a hoop by forcefully hoisting her out of the water and through the ring. That much is obvious.
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My point, which is quite to the opposite of yours, is that the harder the dog, the less productive it is to try and make him do something. I don't want that fight. It is way easier to get reliable results, especially off leash, with a dog that trusts you.
I agree that before I allow inexperienced people to walk a dog, the dog should be proofed on leash manners. I do use +P to proof behaviors. There is a big difference in showing the dog there are consequences for disobeying a command through communication using verbal correction, light stim or leash pressure and hitting the dog with a level 7 prong correction. Lots of gray area there.
Something you don't see Cesar do is handle a KNPV trained Dutchie that will come up the leash if you are unfair. That dog knows he can hurt you, and isn't afraid of you at all. I understand that you aren't dealing with this. I only bring up this extreme because handling truly dangerous dogs has shown me the pitfalls of trying to dominate an animal to achieve compliance.
I personally took a very aggressive working dog and clicked our way to compliance. She is now safe around people, off leash, in drive. I'm not going to say there were no corrections involved, but most were verbal. Only 3 physical corrections were harsh at all. We even had a "Come to Jesus" because she attacked me coming out of her kennel, but that didn't mean that I had to physically dominate her in training. She learned how to get what she wanted through positive interaction with me, and eventually other people. She would have remained the aggressive jerk she had become had I did what every other trainer had done; try to correct away the behavior you don't want.
Look at it this way. Dogs are relatively dumb compared to humans. They have us beat in a lot of physical ways, but we have the brains. Why would I take the training advice of someone with the understanding and experience of a toddler? I am going to use my big brain and outthink my dog. Dogs use the tools they have, big teeth - little brain, to get the job done. Aren't I smarter than that?
Sure, we can learn a lot about dogs from observing their interaction, like how they react to certain stimulus. A dog that gets corrected all the time by a pack of dogs will shrink away in fear, constantly avoiding harsh punishment by avoiding doing anything new. I don't want my dog to do that. It will also steal things and run away to get what it wants. I don't want that either.
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Hello, i searched and tested, but i swear i don't see where the problem lies.
First method (with no clients connected):
1. Setup WEP open AP
2. Started Backtrack from Stick. Tested if my card supports injecting. i got 100%.
3. Started card in monitor mode with:
airmon-ng start wlan0 6 (my AP is on channel 6)
4. aireplay-ng -1 0 -e ASD -a 00:14:6C:7E:40:80 -h 00:09:5B:EC:EE:F2 mon0
I copied the APs MAC from: airodump-ng -c 6 -w /tmp/dump --bssid 00:09:5B:EC:EE wlan0
The aireplay-ng errors out with:
Waiting for beacon frame (BSSID: 00:14:6C:7E:40:80) on channel 6
No such BSSID available
=> what i concluded is: if no clients are connected to the AP the cracking does not work!
Second method:
1. connected 1 laptop to the ap and started Pinging google
2. started airodump-ng -c 6 -w /tmp/dump --bssid 00:09:5B:EC:EE:F2 wlan0
3. started aireplay-ng -2 -b 00:09:5B:EC:EE:F2 wlan0
It finds the package, i hit Yes, it starts injecting, but the IVs dont grow..
What am i doing wrong?!
I tried multiple locations multiple APs...
Any hints would be apreciated


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Review: 2013 NS Cobra, Raptor, Heritage, Premier F1 & Proto
The stars aligned and for some reason to top off a great powder day at Nozawa Onsen, the Japanese Never Summer rep was running a demo day with their whole 2013 arsenal to test. I couldn't resist that opportunity so I proceeded to test their more powder specific boards to get a good comparison between them. Being from Australia, I haven't actually seen some of the boards in person only read about them on here so it was a great experience to actually ride the boards on such a great day.
I figured I would write about my experiences especially comparing the Cobra to my SL which quite a few people have asked for in Snowolf's and Leo's Cobra review threads. Plus take the experiences from a punter who doesn't usually live near any snow and buys his gear blind based on online research and forums discussions. So far it that hasn't landed me too much astray, especially when I bought the SL a couple of years back. So take these opinions with a grain of salt.
Location: Nozawa Onsen, Japan
Weather: Overcast with changing visibility and medium to light snow.
Snow Conditions: 30cm of fresh snow, fresh powder (shin deep in places), tracked and choppy powder in trees, bumpy groomers, flat cat track sections
Time: Roughly spent 90 mins with each board
My Details and setup:
Age: late 20s
Height: 6'2", 188cm
Weight: 180 lbs, 82kg
Boot: Salomon Dialogues, US 10.5
Binding: 2010 Salomon Relay Series, with Burton Ultra Air Heal straps (same as on the 2012 Burton Prophecy)
Stance: Goofy, 23.6", 60cm, Front 15 Rear -12, centred on the binding wholes on each board
Rider info: Over 200 days riding in 10 years, riding generally done on annual 2 week holidays, although I'm currently finishing up my second full season with around 50 days on snow including ~15-20 powder days in Japan. I'm an all-mountain rider who uses the mountain as a playground jumping off things and searching for powder. I like to go high speed and lay down big carves on groomers when no fresh snow is around. I am dabbling in BC riding and love tree riding in powder especially at speed.
Freestyle wise I'm more of a beginner can hit up to 30ft kickers with a straight air or grab. 180s of smaller jumps, 50/50 rails, board slide boxes, not much interest in progressing further.
My Current ride: 2010 Never Summer SL 161
158 Cobra
Riding impression:
After all the hype on this forum about this board I had to try the Cobra first. They only had the 158 so I downsized from my usual 161 SL. Wow was this board light. Riding on the bumpy groomer the board felt stiffer than my SL, especially in the tail. Dampness was similar to the SL. Switch riding was a bit weird, almost a twitchy feeling, which I believe is to due to the tapered shape.
Like the SL the ride can be forgiving so you can get a bit lazy when riding this board without dire consequences. Edge was very good when laying down carves, but it felt slightly different due to the taper (this was the first time I rode a tapered board). The board did feel a bit twitchier at speed when carving than my SL but I think that was due to the smaller size.
Pointing the Cobra into the fresh powder is where it excelled. A slight weighting on the back foot and the tip would just pop out above the snow, floatation at this size was no issue for me. Charging through chopped powder was a bit easier due to the board sitting higher up in the snow compared to my SL. Launching of some natural kickers this board sank nicely on the landing then popped up the tip straight away.
The major negative is that this board isn't as versatile as the SL, especially when trying to ride switch. So potential buyers need to keep that in mind.
Rider in mind:
An all mountain rider with a one-board quiver that does see some regular powder. Don't kid yourself if you don't see regular powder on your trips just get the SL instead it will still handle the occasional powder day very well but it will be more versatile when playing around the mountain.
Other comments:
This is definitely my next board based on the riding I do. I would step up to the 161 just to get more stability when charging at speed on groomers, powder flotation wasn't an issue on the 158. I could get away with a 158 but I'm just used to the current 161 and I feel really comfortable at that length.
Graphics wise I'm not a fan of the snake but that red shadow is pretty cool and the board looks very good in person.
164 Raptor
Riding impression:
Wow what a bad ass board! They only had this size, so it was quite a bit of board to handle for me especially on the terrain I was riding. Definitely could feel the extra weight due to the bigger size. This board will get you in trouble quick. It feels as if it has afterburners on. You need to pay attention the whole time you're riding this board. Any wrong movements and the Raptor will spit you out. The board was definitely more stiffer than the Cobra and Heritage, but felt slightly softer than the Premier F1. The board was quite damp especially over any unexpected bumps yet still very responsive providing sufficient feedback to the rider. You almost felt comfortable on bumpy groomers especially at speed. Edge hold was just on another planet. Switch was doable but not recommended.
Pointing it into powder this board just floated straight through and accelerated even more. Riding it through trees it was pretty responsive but I could definitely feel the extra length. Ideally I would like to ride this board in the 160-162cm range. This board would just excel on a big mountain line
Rider in mind:
Big mountain rider or someone who just wants to haul ass the whole time.
Other comments:
I'd love to justify to have this board in my collection especially if I rode more big mountain lines. This a definite buy if I ever do an Alaskan Heli trip. I would get in a lot of trouble with this board but boy it would be fun.
158 Heritage
Riding Impression:
I've wanted to ride try this board for the last couple of years, it rode quite familiar when compared to my SL except that the Heritage was stiffer and more responsive as expected. Definitely less forgiving than the SL, you had to pay more attention to edge transfers. Compared to the tapered boards this was a more traditional feeling ride. It felt good in switch. Powder floatation needed similar back foot leaning as the SL, which was manageable but definitely less floatation than the Cobra.
Rider in mind:
Some one who wants a stiffer traditional riding board that's good all over the mountain.
Other comments:
I think after trying this board personally I would stick with the SL, that additional playful character of the SL makes it more fun without a significantly reduced response.
161 Premier F1
Riding impression:
The last board tested in the powder conditions was the Premier F1 in my preferred size. This board felt the stiffest out of all the boards. I found it quite hard to flex up the nose. Being of non-carbonium construction the board felt quite heavier, similar to my SL when strapped in. The Premier instantly felt very damp/dead when plowing over a chopped groomer. I was very surprised how little feed back the board provided. This meant that you didn't have to be as precise with the edge control with the Premier when compared to the Raptor. The edge was very good as expected. Due to the tapered shape powder floatation was very good with the nose easily poking up through a fresh powder line with a little extra weight on the back leg. Switch riding was surpassingly not too bad, definitely more natural feeling than on the Cobra.
Rider in mind:
Big mountain rider or someone who just wants to haul ass most of the time without much feedback provided from the board. Ie point and shoot without too much consequences.
Other comments:
This definitely wasn't a board for me. I didn't enjoy the lack of feedback especially in on the chopped groomer. The raptor definitely gets my pick out of these two for big mountain powder board.
Location: Nozawa Onsen, Japan
Weather: Blue bird
Snow Conditions: chopped powder with minimal 30cm fresh lines, soft groomers, icy groomers
Time: Roughly spent 90 mins with the board
160 Proto CT
Riding impression:
The following day I spent some time with the Proto. I choose the 160 to test so that I could make as direct comparison to my 161 SL as possible. The Proto was much lighter and straight away felt like a very fun versatile board. I would image it would make spins a lot easier. The flex felt slightly softer than the SL and there was more pop when I loaded up the tail. The proto also provided more feedback to the rider than the SL. However you had to pay more attention to the edge loading when trying to hold a big carve at speed, despite the fact that it had a longer effective edge than the 161 SL. Being a true twin, switch riding was excellent. Powder floatation was similar to the SL and Heritage, that is the weight needed to be shifted back to pop the nose above the snow.
Rider in mind:
All mountain rider that was more interested in playing around and some park riding than laying down big fast carves on groomers and looking for a board that could still hold its own in the powder.
Other comments:
I was definitely a fan of this board. It achieves perfectly the playfulness of an all mountain board without sacrificing too much carving ability and stability at speed. Definitely would be part of 2 board quiver for me.
Can't say I was too disappointed in the graphics, I thought the board looked very good in person.
Summary/personal preference for me:
One board quiver – 161 Cobra if you see decent amounts of powder, otherwise 161 SL
Two board quiver – 160 Proto CT playing around and general riding, 164 or maybe 159 Raptor for the fast charging and powder days.
Nice reviews:D
Glad i hold up and didnt buy the cobra as i have a 158 SL... i am 1.87m and 93 kg... i bought the 158 SL and i find it good:D
Do you think i would feel better in the 161?
Proto vs SL what do you feel better for all mountain riding but not doing rails or boxe?
Re Proto vs SL
Again it depends on what your version of all mountain is. The proto is definitely lighter and would be better if you play around a lot on the slopes doing spins and things along that nature. SL would be a bit better at more carving and going fast situations. Both boards can do what the other does but there is compromise.
Pretty sure the cobra is not tapered?
Quick question for you guys on the cobra....I have the opportunity to pick up a 155 now, or could pick up the 153 via preorder (and wait till the boards ship for next season).
Do you think there would be enough of a difference to wait for the 153? I prefer riding steeper terrain and tree runs, hitting kickers and smaller jumps. Rarely in the park.
WT: 140lbs
stance: 20.5", goofy, +18, -12
ah, yes...I knew I'd forget something in there. I'm rocking a hefty size 7 boot.
The waist width was the first thing that jumped out at me on the difference between the two, particularly with my desire to spend a lot of time in trees and wanting quick turn response.
Personally, I'd go 153 if I was you. I'm 5'11" 150 with size 10 boots, and I'm riding the 155. I have the 155 SL as well, and they're the perfect size for me for the type of riding you're talking about.
thanks...that's what I was thinking, but having that board in front of me was mighty enticing. Just needed someone to confirm that I should wait for the right board.
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Each year, some books are targets for attempted banning. Thanks to the efforts of librarians, teachers, and booksellers most are maintained in collections. BBW reminds us annually of the importance of our First Amendment rights and the power of literature, and draws attention to the danger that exists when restraints are imposed on the availability of information in a free society.
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On his April 30 radio show, Rush Limbaugh accused liberals of hating the military:
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|GM/Lictor Lane
Erastus 23 The last few days have been clear, dry, and unseasonably cool, making it a welcome respite from the usual summer heat. When she approached you today, you recalled you had seen her before, sometime in the last week.
It is early afternoon at The Drunken Devil. A woman approaches your table while you take in the usual chaos. She might be attractive if cleaned up, but wearing rough working clothes, she's all business. "I'm Janiven. Alarra, you've been doing a lot to make Westcrown a better place, But, I'd like to work with you to make Westcrown even better. I know you might not trust me, but feel free to check me out. Hells, I know you will anyway. Once you have, meet me at Vizio's Tavern tomorrow afternoon for an early dinner at 4 o'clock. You can bring tall, scarred, and handsome too." With that, she stands and quickly leaves the tavern through the crowd.
A soft knock comes at your door, just after sunrise. From outside, you hear the familiar voice of Mother Mudlumm. "Ari…er…Moondark, I need to introduce you to someone." When you open the door, you see Mother Mudlumm and a woman you've seen recently. She looks like she could be pretty, but with her rough clothing covering what looks like a chain shirt, she looks like the no-nonsense sort. Mother Mudlumm continues, "Moondark, this is Janiven. She's been of assistance to my clan a few times and says she has need of someone with your…talents." Mother Mudlumm pauses and Janiven picks things up, "Moondark, I know you share the fears of many in Westcrown. But, it doesn't have to be that way. I'm gathering a group of people similar to yourself. They have concerns over how things are today in Westcrown, but hope to see our city rise to be the better place it has been before. Please join us. We'll be meeting at Vizio's Tavern tomorrow afternoon for dinner at 4. I hope you can join us." With the request hanging in the air, she melts back off into Rego Cader.
It's mid-morning. You're in one of your favorite spots on the walls of Rego Laina when someone calling your name stops you in your tracks. Your turn to see a cute woman standing there in well-worn clothes, a glimmer of chainmail catches your eye. "Ilthad, I get the sense that there might be more to you than meets the eye. That certainly was a nice stunt you pulled on Aberian's Folly…sure would like to know how you pulled it off. If you'd like a chance to show up that fool of a mayor again, join me at Vizio's Tavern tomorrow afternoon at four o'clock. We'll have dinner and talk about a few similar-minded people I'm pulling together to work for a better Westcrown." With that, she drops off the wall with an easy way and walks off toward the canal disappearing quickly before you can think to follow her.
You arrive at The Broken Horn in late morning for lunch. Shortly after entering, Aerodius calls to you from his private booth in the back to join him. You walk back and see he's having lunch with a rough-looking woman that looks familiar. Aerodius introduces her, "Satinal, meet Janiven. She's an acquaintance from another group much like ours. She's come to me looking for help, and I think you're just the guy for a liaison with her organization. Janiven?"[/b] After watching her, you see that she might be prettier than you first thought. Janiven speaks, "Satinal, Aerodius has had some good things to say about you. I'm putting together a group to work together to make Westcrown a better place. If you'd like to join us, meet me at Vizio's Tavern for dinner tomorrow at 4, I hope you can make it." With that, Aerodius beckons you to leave the table, "Janiven and I have a few more things to speak of Satinal. We'll speak later."
Arienna pauses at the door a long while considering. Was there any hope for Westcrown? What did this Janivan mean? All Arienna had known since leaving the false security of her sheltered life at the Belialos vira in the Rega Laina was fear; fear of the shadowbeasts that stalked the night, fear of being found by the Dottari or Hellknights and taken back to the family that would damn their daughter just in the off chance of gaining the notice of the Thrice-damned House of Thrune, and fear of the devils that might show up to collect her. Someday she would make her parents pay for their selfishness and pride. Now, however, she was barely surviving; barring the door to her ruined cellar every night and peering fearfully into the darkness until she finnally collapsed in exhaustion.
But what did Janivan mean? And why would Mother Muddlum expose her? She couldn't be found out. The price was too high. Yet how long could she go on living this way? Maybe she would just listen.
The next afternoon a beggar boy wrapped in ragged robes squats in front of Vizio's Tavern, smudged face bowed and hidden under the hands raised and cupped as the boy mumbles, "please, just a copper for some food."
Disguise check 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (15) + 8 = 23
|Alarra Dayne
Knowledge: Local to see what, if anything, she knows about this woman: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23
Jo looks at Alarra a little confused which is not unusual.
"Jo seen lady around town. Not sure who she is. Jo got no plans for tomorrow. So I guess we go see her. How much you pay me anyway?"
"Jo hungry. When food coming!"
Jo looks around to see if he sees anyone he knows from The Pits. He is always wary of others who may try to force him back into ring.
He is also looking for bargirl with food.
Perception Check - 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6
"Where bar girl?"
|GM/Lictor Lane
Going to wait for the rest to catch up. Hopefully you won't be waiting too long
The name does it. You recall hearing of a woman named Janiven that has worked for several guilds and merchants, sometimes as a guard, but more often as a city guide and bodyguard for visiting merchants and business partners that the guilds want to keep out of trouble with local thugs and the shadow beasts at night. You particularly recall a colorful story about her dragging a charge out of a whorehouse half-dressed when he refused to return to a safer part of town before sundown. Everything you've heard has been positive.
There are so many people in the bar that Jo can't seem to focus his sight on anyone he's looking for, but a few minutes later a plump barmaid swings by the table and laughs out loud, "Whoa, you just finished a whole boar and you're looking for more food? Honey, I hope you have the coin to pay for this giant's appetite."
|Patrik Ström
|I'm Jo
Jo looks at the bar maid and grins a crooked tooth smile.
"Sign say All You Can Eat!" He then snickers to himself at his clever wit.
He looks over at Alarra and notices her concerned look.
"What's a matter? You not feel good?" he asks her.
"You gonna finish your taters?"
|Satinal Ulvauno
|Alarra Dayne
Watching Jo eat has deprived Alarra of any further appetite. She wordlessly slides her plate over to the ravenous giant before answering the bar maid. "Yes, I'll pay for it. I just wish someone had warned me how much he can eat," she says, grinning ruefully.
Turning back to Jo, Alarra says "How does five gold sound for you to act as my bodyguard tomorrow? I'd like you to come with me to this meeting. This Janiven woman has a good reputation, but I can't help feeling suspicious about such a strange invitation. After the meeting we can work out a more permanent arrangement. Is that acceptable?"
Once Jo finishes (assuming he ever does), Alarra will pay the bill.
Let me know how much gold I'm out for Jo's snack!
|I'm Jo
Jo stops licking his plate when Alarra mentions the gold.
"*BURP* Five Gold? For one day?? Heck, you have Jo for week for five gold!"
"You no worry. Jo protect you real good!"
Jo will escort Alarra to where ever she is staying for the night to protect her.
|Ithad Thrune
|GM/Lictor Lane
You arrive at Vizio's Tavern about half past two and hear the sound of hammering coming from the tavern as you walk up to the door and push it open. As you enter, the hammering stops and Janiven looks up from the bar.
"Welcome Satinal. I should have known from my talk with Aerodius that you'd be the first. Go ahead and have a seat at that table. Would you like ale while you wait? We'll have an early dinner and talk once everyone arrives."
You arrive at the tavern in early afternoon. It is another very reasonable day considering that it is summer and you have no trouble finding a comfortable place to watch Vizio's. It's obvious that the tavern is not yet open for business. The first person you see show up is Janiven. She looks around, but doesn't appear to notice you and proceeds to unlock the door and go in.
About a half hour later, you hear the sound of hammering coming from the inn. About that time, a cute half-elf walks up to the door. He has black hair and dark eyes and is wearing leather armor with a morning star attached to his belt and a shield strapped across his back. He doesn't pause at all and the hammering stops when he enters the tavern.
The waitress laughs responding, "Lady, that boy eats as much as an ogre, although he's certainly a bit cuter. Your bill is going to be one gold and five silvers. Please come by again soon."
The night passes uneventfully unless you all have anyplace you want to go before Vizio's
You recall that Vizio's is a tavern in Rego Scripta named for the family that used to run the establishment. You've heard it was once popular with merchant guards, but it closed a few months ago when the family patriarch passed away and the rest of the family moved to Corentyn. It has been empty since then, but you recall hearing that new owners purchased it a month or two ago- a half-elf man and a human woman. Now that you think of it, it does seem odd that you don't recall hearing of it re-opening yet.
Let me know if this changes your plans, otherwise, we'll proceed with your arrival at the tavern.
|Alarra Dayne
Alarra will endeavor to arrive at precisely 4 PM on the day of the meeting (although Jo may well delay our arrival, I have no doubt). If by some miracle they arrive on time, she will take a seat and make small talk until something interesting happens. In the rather more likely event she and Jo do not arrive on time, she will make her apologies to those kept waiting.
|I'm Jo
"Jo not make no trouble for pretty lady....Jo only be helpful!"
Jo will assist Alarra to Visio's if no tables are free Jo will "make" one free by finding a loner, picking him and his plate up and carrying them away from the table. Then like the polite gentleman that he is he will hold the chair for her.
|Ithad Thrune
|GM/Lictor Lane
Another half hour passes and a Chelaxian youth shows up wearing very stylish clothes if ill-suited for typical summer weather - a black sweater and pants with a coat. He too goes right into the tavern when he arrives. It is now about 3-o'clock.
Assuming you continue to wait...
A little over an hour later, two more people arrive, a tall, thin woman with long brown hair. She's wearing a short-sleeved blue shirt covered with a leather breastplate and a beige skirt. But, towering next to her is the biggest man you've ever seen. At least, you think he's a man, maybe he's part giant.
You proceed to Vizio's at 3-o'clock as planned. Arriving at the tavern, you see that your memory was correct. The tavern has not yet been re-opened for business. You proceed to the door and enter. Inside, you find the main room for the tavern with two people present - a half-elf sitting at a table and Janiven standing behind the bar. She greets you warmly, "Welcome Ilthad. Meet Satinal. Go ahead and get comfortable at that table. Think I have some lemonade in back if you'd like it while you wait. I'm going to keep working on getting dinner ready while we wait for the rest."
A Chelexian youth walks into the tavern wearing very stylish dark clothes. Janiven greets him and waves him over to your table offering a lemonade.
You make your way to Vizio's, angling to arrive at about 4-o'clock. And, if not for that pigeon that Jo decided to chase after about a block away from Vizio's, you would have been right on time. Instead, you're only a few minutes late when you arrive at the door and enter.
|I'm Jo
"I said I am sorry but that pigeon was all white. Jo never seen an all white pigeon."
Perception Check: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8
Geez hope my rolls get better.
Jo looks around and seeing nothing unusual, he opens the door of the tavern and allows Alarra to enter before him.
"Hope they serving something good. Jo's hungry."
|Alarra Dayne
Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 = 11
Seeing nothing amiss, Alarra will toss 5 silvers to the beggar before entering the tavern.
"Don't worry, I'm sure you'll find plenty to eat," she says to Jo.
"Hello everyone, I'm sorry we're late - we had some trouble with a bird."
|GM/Lictor Lane
Satinal and Ithad spend an hour making small talk with one another and Janiven waiting for the others to arrive. Janiven makes her way back and forth between the bar and kitchen, making sure you are both well-hydrated. Delightful smells begin to fill the tavern with odors of roasting chicken and tomatoes.
Just after 4-o'clock, a strange pair walks through the door. One is a tall, thin woman with dark brown hair. The other is a man so tall, his head nearly brushes against the ceiling...and this after he had to stoop to get through the door. They seem to be in a heated discussion about pigeons when the woman apologizes and the tall man stops in his tracks sniffing the delicious aroma filling the air.
A short time later, a third person walks in the door, a beggar boy that you recall seeing earlier outside the tavern.
Janiven calls from behind the bar, "Excellent, you're all here! Please go join Satinal and Ithad at the table. I'll have food out in a moment. In the meantime, would you like ale or lemonade?"
|I'm Jo
Jo smells the food and begins to salivate. His stomach growls like an angry bear.
"Der's not much people here. Strange for a tavern dats open."
Jo looks at the setup of the room and moves to the chair next to Satinal. He pulls out the chair to his left and offers it to Alarra.
"Jo take ale. Two!"
If Alarra takes the seat next to him, he sits after her. If not he sits near Satinal turning his chair so he has sight lines of the door. He puts his giant hammer next to him near the fireplace sitting hammerhead on the floor with the handle sticking up within easy reach.
|Ithad Thrune
|Alarra Dayne
"Lemonade, please," Alarra calls out, making her way over to Janiven and the bar. Once there, she whispers to Janiven, "Be careful - Jo will eat you out of house and home if you let him."
That finished, Alarra makes her way over to the table, where she makes a mock curtsy to the little boy before saying, "A pleasure to meet you too. But surely a real Thrune would have escorts, especially one so young as you?" She says, grinning slightly, before taking the proffered seat. "Anyway, my name is Alarra, and this young man is Jo," she says, patting the giant lightly on the arm.
|Ithad Thrune
Flashing a bright smile seemingly full of youth and innocence, "Then I gather you have not heard of me then." But then his eyes harden, the violet in his eyes darkening "I would not be so quick to judge by appearances, not everything is what it seems." And then Ithad is back to smiles and courtly grace, "But come my new associates, lets us break bread together and entreat on our host Janiven's exquisite cooking to transform us all into friends. I'm sure after dinner, her purpose in gathering all of us will be revealed"
|GM/Lictor Lane
Janiven whispers back to Alarra, "Hopefully, I came prepared after seeing him eating yesterday. Bought a little extra at the market this morning."
She pours a lemonade and two ales at the bar, then puts them on a giant platter that also holds a giant wheel of cheese and follows Alarra over to the bar while Ari finds a chair.
"Don't worry big guy, there's more coming. Go ahead and have some of this while I finish dinner. Feel free to talk while I finish getting things together."
She sets the platter down on the table, sliding the wheel to the center and passing a lemonade to Alarra and two ales to Jo.
"Anything for you dear?" she asks Ari.
Ari starts at the mention of Thrune and stares in disbelief at the boy.
"Anything for you dear?" she asks Ari.
Keeping her eyes on Ithad, one of her hands slips beneath her ragged beggar robes to a hidden dagger. "Yes, an explanation and quick. I want nothing to do with the Thrice-Damned House of Thrune!"
|Ithad Thrune
Picking up his drink, his grin widening even further, Ithad turns towards the beggar, "An explanation? For what? Our host has gathered us for a friendly dinner and some civil disobedience." He takes a sip from his glass before continuing, "And I am sure that with that stench my relatives feelings are mutual, but since they are not present I would not trouble myself. Now beggar, you seem to have us at the disadvantage, you have our names, but what do we call you?"
|GM/Lictor Lane
Janiven sighs and looks over at Moondark and Ilthad, "I must remember it's always hardest when groups first come together. Moondark, these people, like I, all share your feelings about the current state of Westcrown. You really should get to know one another. In the meantime, I'm going to bring the rest of dinner. After dinner, we'll talk more about why you're here."
She wheels and returns to the kitchen.
|I'm Jo
|Alarra Dayne
"She wants our help with something. She's playing the role of host to make us feel comfortable before she makes her proposal," Alarra responds. "Just relax and make yourself comfortable. I've heard good things about this Janiven - she has a reputation for behaving honorably and for protecting others. That she hasn't told us what she wants of us yet isn't necessarily a problem. After all, she may simply want to get to know us before she asks for our help."
|I'm Jo
"Okay if you say so. Dah food does smell good."
Jo looks at the others around the table and contemplates some of what was just said. As he bends over to whisper into Alarra's ear his chair cracks and stains under him.
"Psst, Alarra, what's a throon?"
|Ithad Thrune
|GM/Lictor Lane
Janiven pushes the door to the kitchen open again. The room fills with the smell of smell of chicken and tomatoes as she approaches with two steaming hot dishes and a stack of plates. She puts a delicious looking dish of roasted chicken covered in tomatoes and shallots down in the center of the table. The other she set in front of Jo. You can see it is two boiled rabbits. She then passes out plates to everyone and dishes out a serving to everyone, including herself.
"All right folks. Let's have some dinner. I'll start. I think all of you know I'm Janiven. I've lived in Westcrown for my entire life. For a long time, I put up with this city's problems. But, I made sure I learned my way with a blade and eventually I became a guard for various merchant interests around the city. I found they often had fellow merchants visiting from out of town who didn't know their way around the city and were at risk from thugs in the day or the shadow beasts at night."
She pauses to pour ale into a tankard and takes a drink.
"I learned one important thing during those years. Other cities don't have these problems, especially the shadow beasts. You're all here because you have similar concerns. You're not alone."
With that, she looks around the table and then starts cutting up her chicken.
|GM/Lictor Lane
Janiven replies, "You betcha Jo. I'll go grab it."
Janiven hops up and heads back to the kitchen. A moment later, the door swings back open and she returns with salt and pepper, handing it to Jo.
"What's the matter big guy. Never had boiled rabbits before? I heard from the market that they're delicious. And such nice large ones too. Must admit I've never cooked them before, but I figured I would have to get a whole coop of chickens otherwise."
Ari's caution is overcome by the delicious fare presented and she helps herself to the food. "Well, I'm sure lots of folks would like to do something about the shadowbeasts, but what? Do you have any idea where they even come from? I half expect certain noble families summoned them to keep us scared and locked in our homes at night instead of burning down their viras." She scowls at Ithad.
|GM/Lictor Lane
|Alarra Dayne
Alarra says to Jo, "'Thrune' is the surname of the ruling family of Cheliax. But why don't you ask our young friend here?" She motions briefly to Ilthad. "I'm sure he can tell you more."
After Janiven reveals her theory about the shadow beasts, Alarra says, "That's an impressive theory. Do you have any proof?" Alarra seems vaguely amused by all this.
"Anyway, do you know of a way to rid ourselves of the shadow beasts?" She asks, before adding as an afterthought, "Ways that don't involve getting incredibly drunk, that is?"
|Ithad Thrune
"Hell," Ithad begins in a somber tone, "Hell is the power of Thrune. An infernal pact brought this country to heel and ended the civil war and enforced law and order. Do these shadow beast do this, no, they spread chaos and confusion. I do not think the shadow beasts are infernal, and I do not believe they represent law or order."
Ithad takes a moment to spear a shallot on the tip of his knife and pop it into his mouth, "Delicious by the way. It could be possible that one of my relations released these shadow beasts, but I doubt to consolidate power here in Westcrown. Thrunes had been on the throne for a score of years before the first shadow beasts arrival. The Crown's only interest with Westcrown is as a port and a place to exile their embarrassments... Anyways; think about it, why put Arvanxi here? The man is an incompetent, if you were consolidating power, why would you weaken you stance with him? My relations carry plenty of sins, but laying this one at Egorian's door is a mistake."
|I'm Jo
Jo looks at the pot of rabbit. He is not sure what to do. He has never eaten rabbit before. "Maybe it's like rat" he thinks to himself. He has had rat plenty of times when things got tough while he was growing up.
He takes a rabbit leg out and sprinkles it liberally with salt and pepper. He likes spicy food. He takes a bite and is surprised how good it is. "This Jenaaveer or what ever her name is can really cook!" he thinks to himself.
He looks around at his table mates and contemplates what is being said. All this political talk makes his head hurt.
He looks at the Throon across the table. He is still not sure what a Throon is but he wondered if they were all tiny and pretty like this one.
He glances over at the begger boy. Wonders what he is doing here. He certainly doesn't like the Throon.
The Elf next to him has not said a word. He doesn't know what to make of him.
Heck he doesn't know what to make of any of them.
Alarra though, she's so pretty, and she likes Jo. Jo will make sure she is protected from everything!
They mentioned Shadow Creatures. Jo has bad memories of those. Being chased by them when he strayed home too late in the evening. How they kept The Pits well lit inside and out to protect the patrons at night. They even had hired fighters to make sure the guests were safe coming and going. He would like to get rid of the Shadow Creatures.
Jo has finish half the pot of rabbit while sitting there thinking. He starts to sweat profusely as he is eating.
|GM/Lictor Lane
Janiven takes another bite and rabbit looking thoughtful, swallows and then speaks again, "I have no proof, but think of how the government uses that threat to keep people in at night. They only light a few streets at night and keep all others dark. Supposedly to keep criminal activity from taking place since the Dottari are said to be too small to defend against both criminals and shadow beasts. Do you really think our supposed rulers that are all about law and order couldn't come up with additional troops to deal with the problem. No, instead they've left it here for years. They're worried about what this city could be again if they allowed it to be."
Sense Motive (Moondark) 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (6) + 0 = 6
Sense Motive (Ithad) 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (1) + 0 = 1
Sense Motive (Alarra) 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (19) + 0 = 19
Sense Motive (Jo) 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (5) + 0 = 5
Sense Motive (Satinal) 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (17) + 0 = 17
While the conversation and meal are taking place you notice that Janiven occasionally looks out the front window. She seems very forthright in what she is saying, but she appears to be very nervous about something.
|I'm Jo
"Jo see lots of high officials come down to The Pits to watch fights and gamble."
"What they doing there if they so high and mighty? Jahat always say games illegal but I see them high and mighty playing and watching."
"These high and mighty not so good in Jo's book."
Jo looks around to see what people think of what he said and he then goes back to polishing off his Rabbit.
"Rabbit good, lady!"
|Ithad Thrune
"I agree with you there Janiven, no one in the capital wants Westcrown to recover. So why expend valuable resources to fix a problem when instead you can exploit it. All we have is theories and rumors, but we are all avoiding the real question here – how do we stop the shadow beasts?" Ithad emphasizing this or that point while he talks with a little jab of his knife into the air. "And we need solid information, not just rumors to undertake this task. "
"Our gladiatorial companion is also correct, the shadow beasts are not the only trouble that plagues this city. Incompetence and greed does much to cripple Westcrown; although I am sure that I speak nothing new to each of you. There are more than just nobles benefiting from these shadow beasts, if we choose this course of action we would be wise to prepare for the inevitable collision."
|Satinal Ulvauno
|I'm Jo
Jo drains the second pint of ale and wipes his mouth on his sleeve.
"So lady, why you bring us here? We know streets dangerous at night. We know officials all bad. What Jo and these people can do about it?"
Jo stands and just misses hitting an overhead beam. He grabs one of his empty mugs.
"Where your ale at? No, sit. Jo get."


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Re: Waiting for Motivation
paigeg wrote:I'm pretty sure a shrink would argue with that. Terrific idea!
Hmm, maybe I'm sharing more than I thought!: http://drawsketch.about.com/cs/tipsandideas/p/doodle_marks.htm
Re: Lazy Kid
marvelous! me wants :p
Re: Pounce
kevlar, I love this design, but honestly, I am not really seeing the motivation here... care to point it out?
Re: NOT THIS PIG!
i love this design. would be so much fun to wear
taternuggets wrote:While you may argue that this is an "original" over-sized movie style dinosaur and not based on Godzilla, I'm pretty sure this is in violation of the no pop culture rule.
The rules are for everyone.
Oh oops I actually completely didn't realize this. I agree and will remove the entry
Re: Learning To Fly
Nice. +1.
Woot's printed a similar shirt before though:
Doesn't mean you're copying it or that your design will necessarily be reject, but it's something to be aware of.
It is also the doughnut from The Simpson's Movie.
Re: The Birthplace of Inspiration
I think this is just beautiful. I love the little birdies at the top left. gorgeous!
This is my favorite cat design that I've seen to date.
thatrobert wrote:Hmm, maybe I'm sharing more than I thought!: http://drawsketch.about.com/cs/tipsandideas/p/doodle_marks.htm
I love it... now that we have the link... care to interpret the meaning ;)
Spot on for my kind of thinking as well. Abstract, but fitting. While not obvious, easily explained. Motivation is different for different folks. Inspiration too.
Cool design. Good luck. I'm motivated to finish mine.. lol.
I really enjoy how the sky looks a bit like bacon! I'm sure done on total purpose!
theLordsarmy wrote:I really enjoy how the sky looks a bit like bacon! I'm sure done on total purpose!
the sky is a lie!
midgerock wrote:what text are you referring to?
Probably the "no bacon symbol" the "no sign" could be interpreted to text... but I don't think so.
gorgeous, inspirational, voted.
cptgone wrote:the sky is a lie!
haha yeah well... you know
theLordsarmy wrote:kevlar, I love this design, but honestly, I am not really seeing the motivation here... care to point it out?
survival for both really--the cheetah for food and the gazelles to not be food. it'll all be much more clear when the cheetah pounces in 3 seconds.
I think this is only way you could get Ron Swanson to do cardio...
I've been shirt wooting for a year or so now and I try and stay aware of other designs from the past. I checked that one out and I feel pretty good that mine is different. Mine is more of a baby bird learning to fly kind of thing.
Re: I Think I Can... I Think I Can
I don't understand this at all. What are those things?
Re: Motivation
Bacon is worth it, nice design as usual.
Re: Jump For It
Its stuff like this that makes me not want to try anymore, cause I know I can't do this type of stuff. ;_; So goooood.
Re: Slim Hopes
This is one of the most original designs I've seen on woot in quite some time .
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This is the kind of work I like seeing you do. GMV ... the unvote from last time can wait for another week.
I think he just looked at the Thumb. You have the whole presentation in there (grabbed the wrong file?), and it has text in it.
Re: Cosmic Carrot
great work Robbie
Re: RUN!
This is most excellent, sirs.
love it! more positive than my friend who eats bacon in the dark closet when depressed
I really dig this shirt, but I do wish it was a bigger design. I'm probably in the minority, however, as I'm a sucker for huge prints.
Outstanding work Ramyb. Great design!
I usually don't like the designs you do, but this one is excellent. Keep up the good work.
Re: Barking Orders v2
I thought I could do better...
Hope you all like!
Haaa this is super cute. I like it with the cat :D
Re: Just A Little Closer…
This makes me a little sad, but I still love it. Im just a giant rodent dork, so seeing little rodent skeletons makes me all wuaaahhh. Still very cute!
Also this is definitely pop-culture
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In the last derby there was a cute design of a monkey holding balloons trying to reach a large banana shaped moon... it was rejected for theme, I think that the artist (don't know who it was) should resubmit it for this derby, it totally fits, and I'd buy one!
Shouldn't the scale be going the other way?
Defiantly one of my favorites. I feel so bad for all those chunky televisions out there. Nice work.
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By APRIL GUILMET
Sunday News Correspondent | September 07. 2013 7:02PM
Okkervil River singer-songwriter and Plainfield native Will Sheff discusses a scene in the extended video for the band's newly released song "Down Down the Deep River" with actor Dustin Cournoyer of Londonderry during shooting in Plainfield this summer. (COURTESY)
Set in Meriden, a village in the small town of Plainfield, "Down Down the Deep River" tells a coming-of-age tale based on the real-life experiences of Okkervil River frontman Will Sheff, a Plainfield native, who wrote the song and is directing the film.
Several months ago, Mullen's daughter Kate, who directs the summer camp program, learned Okkervil River was seeking a preteen boy to star in the "Down Down the Deep River" video.
Further filming is planned for October and January.
His character, he said, is "being tormented by bullies and a monster is tearing his life away."
"My two favorite things right now are the theater and writing," he said, adding that he hopes to pursue a master's degree in literature while continuing to dance and act.
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