Batman vs. Fanboys
July 4, 2014
I laughed. This was too good not to share. Happy Fourth!
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Wisdom Teeth Removal
June 24, 2014
This Friday, I am fortunate enough to get my wisdom teeth extracted. It’s been long overdue, but I’m not able to put it off any longer because the teeth are starting to hurt. I had an appointment last Friday for a consultation, and this Friday they are coming out. I have three of them, two … More Wisdom Teeth Removal
Nintendo Makes Game That I like to Play
June 22, 2014
Let me walk you through my experience at E3. And, as you can see by the title, you probably have some idea where this is going. If you’re not already racing to the comments section to tell me how much of a moron I am, read on. I can’t imagine I’m alone in my thoughts … More Nintendo Makes Game That I like to Play
Game of Thrones: Brady Bunch
June 20, 2014
Not gonna lie, this made me laugh more than it should have.
White Noise
June 17, 2014
Anyone else do this? Whenever I’m working on my novel, or blog posts, or reading a book, or whatever in a place that isn’t 100% silent, I have my headphones on. But instead of listening to music, I have white noise coming through the speakers. I’ve found it to be the only way I can … More White Noise
The Startling New Trend of the “Gameplay Experience”
June 15, 2014
E3, in addition to being the debut of many a new gameplay trailer, has also become a home for many a video game buzzword. Words like “innovation,” “gameplay experiences,” “social interaction,” and so on get tossed around to such an extent that they become a mockery of what they once meant. Suddenly, no one cant … More The Startling New Trend of the “Gameplay Experience”
Bayonetta 2 E3 2014 Trailer
June 13, 2014
E3 is a big deal for video games, a time when developers get to show off what they have been working on and build hype for the coming year. My hype is highest for Bayonetta 2. And after watching this trailer, you’ll see why. That action is so sublime.
Quick Book Review: The Liveship Traders Trilogy
June 10, 2014
I got myself hooked on Robin Hobb’s work with the Farseer trilogy, a series of books focusing on the land of the Six Duchies and one assassin attempting to navigate the violent landscape spread before him. The books had a strong focus on character development and world-building, with action generally quick or glossed over. Long … More Quick Book Review: The Liveship Traders Trilogy
Getting Possessive of Video Game Characters
June 8, 2014
I was playing Mario Kart 8 online the other day when I came to a startling discovery. I don’t like when other people play as Toad. You see, Toad is my Mario Kart buddy. He and I, we tight. We’ve been through some crazy tracks together, taken our fair share of red, blue, and to a … More Getting Possessive of Video Game Characters
Luigi Death Glares Rosalina
June 6, 2014
You may seen these death glare images and videos floating around online. They are from Mario Kart 8, where Nintendo gave Luigi (and to a lesser extent, Mario) really angry facial expression while they drive. There are numerous videos showing Luigi’s “Death Glare” floating on the net. This one is my favorite, because of the … More Luigi Death Glares Rosalina
Derek Pietras 