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Fly... by °Phill 2 months 1 week ago

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This wallpaper captures the urban essence that proliferated the art of Ghost in the Shell in every incarnation of the series. Phill does an amazing job of capturing a moment of surrealism.

While there are a few, stray building angles and shadows, you find that your eye forgives the minor details and instead focuses on the overall scene that is larger than life, with lights trailing off into infinity.

ShoutBox

~Dandoan 6 minutes ago
...Ah... X_X Guess who's not a smart cookie today? --->ME<--- Thanks guys :)

~azrai 8 minutes ago
ROF, whee~

~BlueShadowX700 11 minutes ago
So, dandoan is trying to post in groups eh. *sigh* be a member first before posting... Gee...

~azrai 11 minutes ago
... >.> coffee... okay i'll accept it >XD i'm Coffee MAster >XD

°akiranyo 13 minutes ago
Dandoan: some treads in groups reqires membership ;3

~win490 14 minutes ago
Good

~BlueShadowX700 14 minutes ago
Huh?1 User posted image

~Dandoan 16 minutes ago
So I finally find a forum thread that I wanna post at and it won't let me. It'll let electricbunny post a few minutes ago but for me? Oh no... This system has a personal vendetta against me. Make an anime on that! Computers against one man.. I'd watch

~BlueShadowX700 17 minutes ago
Nope! extra sugar in tea? o_O not a good reason... I'll stick with the COFFEE MONSTER AZRAI!!

~azrai 21 minutes ago
Ohh... that's hyper... it's because of the extra sugar i get from drinking tea with milk >.> then... Tea Master XD

AnimePaul's Comments

Devil May Cry 4

2 weeks 13 hours ago

"The only problem I had with DMC4 was the back tracking, dice game and repetitive boss fights."
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Mobile Suit Gundam 00

9 months 2 weeks ago

"For some reason Gundam 00 reminds me of Gundam Wing for so many reasons.

So far the characters are very cliched because they are the same type of character archetypes I have seen before in past Gundam series or Anime in general. Setsuna reminds me of Heero Yuy, Lockon resembles Duo Maxwell, Tieria not sure who, but his strict personality isn't very interseting, and Allelujah/Hallelujah with the double personality is so cliched. The supporting characters are swept aside with no real character development besides Queen Marina Ismail who reminds me of Relena Peacecraft when she was queen.

The Gundams themselves I like a lot and I wonder if all of them have a separate mode like Gundam Nadleeh/Virtue.

The story seems very much like the end of Gundam Wing when they fight off both Earth and Space Colonies, but in Gundam 00 Celestial Being is fighting off three factions or organizations this time.

Of course the series isn't over yet so their is still room for improvement. Even with all these criticisms I'm still enjoying the series so far."

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PSP 2000 aka Slim

1 year 2 months ago

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baldric
This new psp doesn't have the same batterie it's a poor 1200 mAh (the original is 1800 mAh), but I've heard that you can plug your old battery in the new to have better battery life. But maybe it's a stupid rumor. What about the firmware? I'm a bit curious...
Actually, it isn't a rumor the battery in the slim PSP is smaller then the one in the original PSP, power wise, but since the slim PSP runs more efficiently you get the same amount of run time as the old PSP. Like you said you can use the old PSP battery that gives you twice as much battery life, but the back cover won't fit. Sony said you can order an replacement cover if you want to use the old PSP battery."

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PS3 Price drop (most likely)

1 year 3 months ago

"I'm surprised that Sony decided to drop the price during the summer instead of waiting until Christmas time. This price drop will probably boost sales, but I wonder when Microsoft will drop the price of the 360. Sony dropped the price of the PS3 9 months since its release. Microsoft hasn't even dropped the price of the 360 and its been out twice as long. I have a feeling that Microsoft will announce a price drop at E3 to counter Sony."
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[Anime Chat] Devil may cry

1 year 3 months ago

"The first episode was kind of disappointing because I was expecting a lot more demon slaying, blood, and gore. The second episode was better with the appearance of Lady, but nothing worth noting. So far the series seems to be following the path of Cowboy Bebop with stand alone episodes that don't contribute to any type of story arc. I'm gonna keep on watching and hope it gets better because I'm a big fan of the video games."
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Tomb Raider anniversary (TR1 remake)

1 year 3 months ago

"Anniversary is a great game with its share of problems, mainly the camera, but isn't that much of a problem. I have never played the first game so this is a whole new experience for me. I picked this game up right when it was released because I enjoyed Legend a lot. "
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 3 months ago

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DreadAngel

GT4 and GT3 are a let down compared to GT2. Sure the graphics are better and the physics are arguably better, but the audio is boring (ie sound are relatively the same) and modifications that can be done are restrictive. After a run on FM1, you really get the sense that GT3/4 are sold more on its title's name than big advancements in the gameplay itself.

Drifting in GT3/4 are clumsy and look strange and fake. Stick with grip on GT with the occasional powerslide and you'll be fine.
Yeah, I agree there wasn't much improvement between GT3 and GT4, but then again there wasn't much to improve on anyways besides the graphics and physics. The sound of the game overall is great in my opinion. Every car sounds different and then you have the whoosh sound when your traveling at 215mph. The music in the game I like or even listen too, I just turn it off.

What do you mean by mods that can be done are restrictive? You mean things that you should be able to modify on car, but can't in GT4? I'm assuming your talking about customizing your car since your comparing GT4 to Forza 1.

I've watched a couple drift videos done in GT4 and it looks fine. Whats so strange or fake about it? I think your going to have to stick to grip in GT4 because drifting in a race just means your going to burn out your tires faster while going around corners slower. Drifting is for show not for racing.
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 4 months ago

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205ora05

And where is exactly the used car showroom??
Is the price really only 5000+
And does the side of the car really have a writing on it??

Really I think I come close to that with my red AE86

Well its on the world map just scroll through the icons until you see one that says Used Car Showroom. There are two Used Car Showrooms, I think one showroom sells 90's cars and the other sells more recent cars after 90s. The Shuichi Suigeno AE86 is a heavily tuned AE86 that has a racing engine that revs up to 10,000RPMs and has a custom suspension. So it is a one of a kind AE86 and also this 86 has a black carbon fiber front hood too. So you won't be able to recreate it with a plain 86, but the side does not have any lettering though. The price varies, but it is usually pretty cheap since it is a used car. Are you familiar with the anime Initial D?
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 4 months ago

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205ora05

How can you get Shuichi Suigeno AE86??
Is it the white AE86 If it is that good why is the price only 5076 I think

What is the weight to power ratio your honda S2000
Is the Nissan RS turbo 2000 any good ??
Anyone have tried using it??

The AE86 is only available in the Used Car Showroom and it is a Panda AE86 meaning the bottom half of the car is black and the top part is white with a black hood. Like this one:
User posted image

My Honda S2000's power to weight ratio is 2.637.
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 4 months ago

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205ora05

Anyway, What do you think is the best 80's car
In speed, power, and the difference between the car price with the usefulness of the car or Is it worth it

For me it's still AE86
for now
But is the Nissan RS Turbo 2000 Any good (80's car)
I accidentally buy it
My hand meant to get out
But I press O , cause I'm used to playing America RPG

And what car do you have that
Have the lowest power to weight ratio

Yeah, I'd choose the Shuichi Shigeno AE86 out of all the 80's cars. I mean the thing is heavily tuned that it performs great especially on the Nurburgring. My favorite car has got to be the Honda S2000. I didn't mess with the suspension, but I did upgrade every part of the car bumping it up to 403 horses.
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INITIAL D AnyonE ?

1 year 4 months ago

"Here is a little present for all you Initial D fans. A member from Initial D World.com bought Battle Stage 2 and he posted the two Keisuke races that were skipped in the series: Kawai Atsuro's R34 vs. Keisuke's FD3S and Smiley Dakai's DC2 vs. Keisuke's FD3S.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6c5Gk8-bx8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaQ8rRATYMg

Also, another member from Initial D World is going to sub it as well. So expect a sub in around 2 weeks. The raw of Battle Stage 2 was riped by the same person who provided the races on youtube, and available to download: http://idforums.net/index.php?showtopic=27983&st=300"

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PLAYSTATION 3, SINKING DOWN, LOSE EXCLUSIVENESS ON FFXIII

1 year 4 months ago

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SimplyX
Also, Grand Theft Auto was never announced as being a PS3 exclusive. People just assumed it would be so as the previous games were. DMC4 though I easily saw as being multi console as I recall it was being developed on middleware, that is developed so that it can be easily ported to whatever platform Capcom wished.
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas was never a PS2 exclusive either. Remember the X-box port?
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 4 months ago

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evilchris

fav cars fiat 500, honda city turbo and Suzuki Cappuccino

to bad its no good for drifting... also they do have some D1 cars but why bother when the game dose t allow for realistic drifting ) i really hope they add more drifting in gt5
Actually, you can drift in GT4 you just have to turn off all driving aids off and have some Sports or Standard tires equipped, but it takes practice to be able to perform the drift.
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PLAYSTATION 3, SINKING DOWN, LOSE EXCLUSIVENESS ON FFXIII

1 year 4 months ago

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froggy123

Check it out!! http://www.ps3center.net/story-394.html

The Playstation Console domain is ending, first check out the graphic of Xbox 360 in front of Playstation 3's Graphics:

http://www.gamespot.com/features/6162742/index.html

Check out Game comparison and Console comparison on this video:

http://biboz.net/videos/xbox-360-vs-playstation-3

Then the Xbox 360 is cheaper and incredibly better than ps3 on console technology.

And now exclusiveness on FFXi and Devil May Cry 3 and Gran theft auto 4 is already going to be released for Xbox 360

You misinterpret what the article says about Final Fantasy 13. Final Fantasy 13 just doesn't consist the numbered game that is part of the series, but also various spin offs that are based around the same world. Basically, Square-Enix is trying to create a game for every system based on that world, so no the numbered series isn't going to the 360. Also most of those pics from the comparison are from multiplatform games. Developers who aim for multiplatform games don't take full advantage of each system because they want the game to look the same over all platforms so it isn't a far comparison. Another thing the 360 isn't technologically superior then the PS3. The PS3 has a Blu-Ray drive and Cell Broadband Processor which are both state of the art. As far as PS3 exclusives are concerned there are still a lot of game franchise that are still PS3 exclusive so I wouldn't go that far and say the PS3 is doomed.
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Why people says "Anime is for only children"?

1 year 4 months ago

"If it is something colorful people automatically assume that it is aimed towards children and you can't really blame them for having this notion. When people think of animation they think bugs bunny and donald duck those classic characters, but Anime is different. Most Anime are colorful, but have very serious stories and characters that are not suited for children. Cartoons created in North America are all aimed towards children while Anime's age range is from children to adults. "
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 4 months ago

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es
AnimePaul - stock or modded or doesnt matter?
My Cappuccino is modded for more power. I got all upgrades for it including Turbo and Nitrous.
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INITIAL D AnyonE ?

1 year 4 months ago

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Ryosuke

Yes..i'm so excited tat someone announced it here..thanx paul..but, which country released 1st? Long time didnt got any latest news from ID aledi..

Its going to be released in Japan first. So let's hope someone rips it from the DVD so fansub groups can translate it.
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INITIAL D AnyonE ?

1 year 4 months ago

"Anyone besides me excited about the release of Initial D Battle Stage 2 at the end of this month? The cool thing is they show Keisuke's previously skipped battles Daiki with his Integra and Atsuro with his RWD R34. These two battles were never shown in the series so it is a kind of putting in the missing pieces. Note that it is being released in Japan, obviously, but lets hope someone rips it from the DVD and then fansub groups can translate it. "
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 4 months ago

"Anyone besides me find the Suzuki Cappuccino fun to drive? The car is so small, light and at the same time fast for its size. I drive with all upgrades including Turbo Kit with R3 tires. Since it is so light and underpowered you can pretty much floor it in most corners. I was kicking ass with it passing R34s and Evos in it, but I quickly lost position on the straights. I then added Nitrous that I use only on the straightways to even the odds."
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DOA´s fans here

1 year 5 months ago

"My favorite character is Helena because of her 12 hit combo that I can do quite well. "
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 5 months ago

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es


i like gt4, but, i was disappointed in it since i was expecting something more than a prettier gt3. photomodes addicting though.

my out right fastest lap time at nordschleife is a 5'07.8xx iirc in a fgt.

i dont drive too much anymore, just let bspec do the work so i can enjoy driving the ring. all ive left to do atm, is misc manufactor events, rallys and the missions. actually, i never that much in the first place. just enough to get a feel for it.

id rather play Tourst Trophy tbh.

Try going around the ring in a production car and tell me what your time is. How is Tourist Trophy anyways? I heard it was just GT4 with motorcycles with no changes or improvements.
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Gran Turismo 4

1 year 5 months ago

"This is just a thread for all you GT4 fanatics who can't get enough of this amazing racing sim. You can ask for help with car set ups and basically anything involving GT4. I guess I will start off first.

Anyone here besides me find Nurburgring to be really challenging besides it being a huge track. It is pretty challenging especially if you don't have the right set up for your car you can lose control in the high speed corners because of the numerous bumps on the track that literally pushes your car from left to right. Also there are a couple blind uphill corners that will take you for surprise if you don't know the track especially when coming into it at high speeds. Just memorizing each corner is quite a challenge because it is such a long track. My best time so far is like around 7 seconds with the Amuse S2000 R1 on R3 tires with 383HP. "

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INITIAL D AnyonE ?

1 year 5 months ago

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ichitaka05
Hm... Lowing the power to counter with more speed on the corner is good, but other way you can do is to improve your suspension system by making it custom and go back and forth fixing it up to the way you want. Of course, if you make suspension harder, it's good for the high speed corner. If you make it softer, it's good for tight corner with more traction. It's give and take system. All my cars in the GT4, I made it all custom suspension, gear ratio, braking pressure, and etc. If I remember it correctly, I have about 8 different S2k, for different types of races and courses (I haven't play it for almost year).
I'm trying to get a balance between the different speed corners for my S2000. The Amuse S2K beat my S2000 lap record at Suzuka Circuit by a second and a half and it only has like 380HP compared to 412HP on my S2000.
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INITIAL D AnyonE ?

1 year 5 months ago

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ichitaka05
I am guessing that, you like S2k's? They're good fun cars. In GT4, I like Amuse S2k the best. Why? Because, it's called the "Touge Moster" by Drift King and Max Orido!
I just bought the Amuse S2k in GT4 and man this thing brakes well, corners well, and accelerates well. This thing has the entire package and it was hard for me to admit that it was faster then my own S2000, but it really is faster then my S2000 which was hard to swallow. Amuse S2k is so much more stable then my S2000, while my S2000 has some understeer when hitting mid speed corners at like 85mph, when the Amuse S2k can clear them at like 95mph. Man the Amuse 2SK handles, accelerates, and brakes great. Its now become my favorite S2K, but I think I can still make some improvements on my own S2000. I'm thinking about lowering the power to counter the understeer.
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INITIAL D AnyonE ?

1 year 5 months ago

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ichitaka05
Thanx for the info... But I own all those DVD. I great to see those pro-driver do some of their skills
Do you by any chance know what video this comes from?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTj0tkrIP_I
Like volume? I'm pretty sure it is from Hot Version, but what volume?
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