Monday, February 04, 2008
The 50th Running of the Daytona 500
We're less than 2 weeks away from the Super Bowl of Stock Car Racing. All BTBz's are invited over to my place for the event and the first race of the Draft and Play B Town Boyz Racing League. Make sure to sign up if you have been invited. The live draft will occur Sunday, February 10, 2008 at noon pacific time, 3:00pm eastern time, and 11:00pm Z time. If you are unable to attend the live draft, make sure to setup your pre-draft rankings so the computer will select your drivers from the list based on availability.
Saturday, February 02, 2008
Real Eyes Realize Real Lies
Bush alone made 232 of these statements, according to the report.
Here are some samplings:
"Simply stated, there is no doubt that Saddam Hussein now has weapons of mass destruction. There is no doubt he is amassing them to use against our friends, against our allies, and against us." Vice President Dick Cheney -- August 26, 2002.
"The Iraqi regime possesses biological and chemical weapons, is rebuilding the facilities to make more and, according to the British government, could launch a biological or chemical attack in as little as 45 minutes after the order is given. . . . This regime is seeking a nuclear bomb, and with fissile material could build one within a year." President George W. Bush -- September, 2002.
In July 2002, Donald Rumsfeld had a one-word answer in response to reporters who asked whether Iraq was connected to Al Qaeda terrorists: "Sure." The report adds "An assessment issued that same month by the Defense Intelligence Agency (and confirmed weeks later by CIA Director Tenet) found an absence of "compelling evidence demonstrating direct cooperation between the government of Iraq and Al Qaeda." What's more, an earlier DIA assessment said that "the nature of the regime's relationship with Al Qaeda is unclear.’”
"We found the weapons of mass destruction. We found biological laboratories," Bush -- May 29, 2003 in an interview with Polish TV.
"What we're giving you are facts and conclusions based on solid intelligence. I will cite some examples, and these are from human sources," Colin Powell to the United Nations Security Council -- February 5, 2003.
Friday, February 01, 2008
I've Never Seen One of THOSE Before
Jackie and I went out to eat Wednesday night at a local pizza place. When we got our bill we noticed something odd on it. We did have a taco pizza, but I don't remember ordering anything even slightly Asian.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Think Before You Name Your Site
Who Represents is where you can find the name of the agent that represents any celebrity. Their Web site is
www.whorepresents.com/
Experts Exchange is a knowledge base where programmers can exchange Advice and views at
www.expertsexchange.com/
Looking for a pen? Look no further than Pen Island at
www.penisland.net/
Need a therapist? Try Therapist Finder at
www.therapistfinder.com/
There's the Italian Power Generator company,
www.powergenitalia.com/
And don't forget the Mole Station Native Nursery in New South Wales,
www.molestationnursery.com/
If you're looking for IP computer software, there?s always
www.ipanywhere.com/
The First Cumming Methodist Church Web site is
www.cummingfirst.com/
And the designers at Speed of Art await you at their wacky Web site,
www.speedofart.com/
www.whorepresents.com/
Experts Exchange is a knowledge base where programmers can exchange Advice and views at
www.expertsexchange.com/
Looking for a pen? Look no further than Pen Island at
www.penisland.net/
Need a therapist? Try Therapist Finder at
www.therapistfinder.com/
There's the Italian Power Generator company,
www.powergenitalia.com/
And don't forget the Mole Station Native Nursery in New South Wales,
www.molestationnursery.com/
If you're looking for IP computer software, there?s always
www.ipanywhere.com/
The First Cumming Methodist Church Web site is
www.cummingfirst.com/
And the designers at Speed of Art await you at their wacky Web site,
www.speedofart.com/
There's a change on the horizon
The UFL as we knew it is gone. Everyone say hello to Draft and Play. Biggest changes are an automated draft where you rank the drivers that you want and are assigned them based on availability and we're also going from 6 teams to 8 teams. Also, points will be awarded for finishing position and qualifying position. We'll need a couple more people for the league. I vote for the return of Slingnuts and the addition of Wasko. Both will take the new league as serious as the rest of us. Registration starts tomorrow(Feb 1) at noon. Oh and yes it is free.
Update1: Private leagues are able to do a live draft similar to how we used to bid on drivers. Also, instead of 3 starters and 1 benched driver it is now 4 starters and 2 benched drivers.
Update2: I emailed Nascar.com to see if in fact the UFL was done and to see if it was replaced by Draft and Play. Their response is "The only fantasy games we have this year are the ones listed on the website."
Update1: Private leagues are able to do a live draft similar to how we used to bid on drivers. Also, instead of 3 starters and 1 benched driver it is now 4 starters and 2 benched drivers.
Update2: I emailed Nascar.com to see if in fact the UFL was done and to see if it was replaced by Draft and Play. Their response is "The only fantasy games we have this year are the ones listed on the website."
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Today is the day
Back in October, I posted about a new GRAW 2 co-op map pack that was to be released. Well after months of delays Ubisoft has finally posted that the pack will be available for download today. Official price has yet to be released, but it is rumored to be either 400 MS points or 800 MS points. More than likely the latter. There is also going to be a "More Guns Pack" released today that is free. The only catch with this is that the new guns can only be used in the single player campaign.
Update: The co-op pack sells for 800 MS points. It is available now on the Xbox Live Marketplace. Also, the "More Guns Pack" can only be used in the Single Player Quick Missions. Here's a list of the new achievements:
Caves (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Caves Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
RR Bridge (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Railroad Bridge Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
Battlefield (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Battlefield Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
Swamp Airfield (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Swamp Airfield Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
Plantation (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Plantation Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
2-Point Swing: 15 points In a CTF match with 5+ players, recover your stolen flag and score in a single run.
From Downtown: 10 points Kill exactly 3 enemies and no teammates with one grenade on a map.
Clever Retort: 10 points In a match, get a grenade kill while you are incapacitated or dead. Minimum 5 players.
Kickin' it old school: 15 points Complete a Co-op Mission without respawning, hard difficulty, and the Drone off.
Update: The co-op pack sells for 800 MS points. It is available now on the Xbox Live Marketplace. Also, the "More Guns Pack" can only be used in the Single Player Quick Missions. Here's a list of the new achievements:
Caves (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Caves Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
RR Bridge (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Railroad Bridge Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
Battlefield (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Battlefield Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
Swamp Airfield (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Swamp Airfield Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
Plantation (Co-Op) Perfect: 15 points Complete Plantation Co-op Mission without respawning at default or hard difficulty.
2-Point Swing: 15 points In a CTF match with 5+ players, recover your stolen flag and score in a single run.
From Downtown: 10 points Kill exactly 3 enemies and no teammates with one grenade on a map.
Clever Retort: 10 points In a match, get a grenade kill while you are incapacitated or dead. Minimum 5 players.
Kickin' it old school: 15 points Complete a Co-op Mission without respawning, hard difficulty, and the Drone off.
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Clint Likes Mass Effect, but...
...what does grandma think about it?
Apparently, there's this whole blog dedicated to grandma playing video games.
Apparently, there's this whole blog dedicated to grandma playing video games.
Friday, January 25, 2008
We're Still Dying...
With all the talk about the economy, stimulus rebate checks, Heath Ledger, and the 'idea' that Bush's "Surge" is working and nobody is dying and nobody has anything to report on the IED's or hostile attacks, nobody is talking about the War In Iraq anymore. Troops are still dying, civilians are still dying, the Bush's Com padres are still making a 'killing' there, and nothing is really being accomplished. If you have read '...the green pill' you will know that we didn't do anything much to increase the "surge" results, the Iraqis are mostly responsible for the decrease in violence.
NAME NOT RELEASED YET 4239 01/25/08 Not reported yet U.S. Army Multi-National Division – North Non-hostile Baghdad Not reported yet Not reported yet US
Sturdivant, Michael R. 4238 01/22/08 Sturdivant, Michael R. Sergeant 20 U.S. Army 431st Civil Affairs BN, U.S. Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) Non-hostile - vehicle accident Kirkuk Conway Arkansas US
Whiting, Justin R. 4237 01/19/08 Whiting, Justin R. Staff Sergeant 27 U.S. Army 3rd BN, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Mosul
Hancock New York US
Gluff, James M. 4236 01/19/08 Gluff, James M. Lance Corporal 20 U.S. Marine 1st BN, 8th Marine Reg, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force Hostile - hostile fire Al Anbar Province Tunnel Hill Georgia US
Burress, Richard B. 4235 01/19/08 Burress, Richard B. Specialist 25 U.S. Army 1st BN, 30th Infantry Reg, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Arab Jabour Naples Florida US
Schoolcraft III, Jon M. 4234 01/19/08 Schoolcraft III, Jon M. Specialist 26 U.S. Army 1st BN, 27th Infantry Reg, 2nd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Taji Wapakoneta Ohio US
Kimme, Danny L. 4233 01/16/08 Kimme, Danny L. Private 1st Class 27 U.S. Army 1st Squadron, 32nd Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire, grenade Balad Fisher Illinois US
Sharrett II, David H. 4232 01/16/08 Sharrett II, David H. Private 1st Class 27 U.S. Army 1st Squadron, 32nd Cavalry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire, grenade Balad Oakton Virginia US
Sigsbee, John P. 4231 01/16/08 Sigsbee, John P. Specialist 21 U.S. Army 1st
Squadron, 32nd Cavalry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire, grenade Balad (died in Pallouata) Waterville New York US
Lloyd, Keith E. 4230 01/12/08 Lloyd, Keith E. Private 1st Class 26 U.S. Army 1st Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment Hostile - hostile fire - IED Tall Afar Milwaukee Wisconsin US
Christensen Jr., Curtis A. 4229 01/11/08 Christensen Jr., Curtis A. Lance Corporal 29 U.S. Marine 2nd BN, 8th Marine Reg, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force Non-hostile Al Anbar Province Collingswood New Jersey US
Davis, Todd E. 4228 01/09/08 Davis, Todd E. Specialist 22 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Raymore Missouri US
Gaul, Sean M. 4227 01/09/08 Gaul, Sean M. Staff Sergeant 29 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Reno Nevada US
Sanders, Christopher A. 4226 01/09/08 Sanders, Christopher A. Sergeant 22 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Roswell New Mexico US
Pionk, Matthew I. 4225 01/09/08 Pionk, Matthew I. Sergeant 1st Class 30 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Superior Wisconsin US
Dozier, Jonathan Kilian 4224 01/09/08 Dozier, Jonathan Kilian Staff Sergeant 30 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Rutherford Tennessee US
McBride, Zachary W. 4223 01/09/08 McBride, Zachary W. Sergeant 20 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Bend Oregon US
Hart, David J. 4222 01/09/08 Hart, David J. Sergeant 22 U.S. Army 2nd BN, 327th Infantry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Samarra (died in Balad) Lake View Terrace California US
Merlo, Ivan E. 4221 01/09/08 Merlo, Ivan E. Private 1st Class 19 U.S. Army 2nd BN, 327th Infantry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Samarra San Marcos California US
Pannier, Phillip J. 4220 01/09/08 Pannier, Phillip J. Private 1st Class 20 U.S. Army 2nd BN, 327th Infantry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne
Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Samarra Washburn Illinois US
Hanson, Timothy R. 4219 01/07/08 Hanson, Timothy R. Private 1st Class 23 U.S. Army 1st BN, 15th Infantry Reg, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Salman Pak Kenosha Wisconsin US
Gudridge, James D. 4218 01/06/08 Gudridge, James D. Specialist 20 U.S. Army 4th BN, 64th Armor Reg, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Baghdad (southern part) Carthage New York US
Lemke, Jason F. 4217 01/05/08 Lemke, Jason F. Private 1st Class 30 U.S. Army 2nd BN, 23rd Infantry Reg, 4th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Ibrahim Al Adham West Allis Wisconsin US
Brown, Menelek M. 4216 01/04/08 Brown, Menelek M. Petty Officer 2nd Class 24 U.S. Navy USS Hopper Non-hostile - drowning Arabian Gulf Roswell New Mexico US
Olmsted, Andrew J. 4215 01/03/08 Olmsted, Andrew J. Major 37 U.S. Army Military Transition Team, 1st Brigade, 1st Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Sadiyah Colorado Springs Colorado US
Casey, Thomas J. 4214 01/03/08 Casey, Thomas J. Captain 32 U.S. Army Military Transition Team, 1st Brigade, 1st Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Sadiyah Albuquerque New Mexico US
Maseth, Ryan D. 4213 01/02/08 Maseth, Ryan D. Staff Sergeant 24 U.S. Army 1st Battalion, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Non-hostile Baghdad Pittsburgh Pennsylvania US
Anderson, Joshua R. 4212 01/02/08 Anderson, Joshua R. Private 1st Class 24 U.S. Army 6th Squadron, 8th Cavalry Reg, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack
NAME NOT RELEASED YET 4239 01/25/08 Not reported yet U.S. Army Multi-National Division – North Non-hostile Baghdad Not reported yet Not reported yet US
Sturdivant, Michael R. 4238 01/22/08 Sturdivant, Michael R. Sergeant 20 U.S. Army 431st Civil Affairs BN, U.S. Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) Non-hostile - vehicle accident Kirkuk Conway Arkansas US
Whiting, Justin R. 4237 01/19/08 Whiting, Justin R. Staff Sergeant 27 U.S. Army 3rd BN, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Mosul
Hancock New York US
Gluff, James M. 4236 01/19/08 Gluff, James M. Lance Corporal 20 U.S. Marine 1st BN, 8th Marine Reg, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force Hostile - hostile fire Al Anbar Province Tunnel Hill Georgia US
Burress, Richard B. 4235 01/19/08 Burress, Richard B. Specialist 25 U.S. Army 1st BN, 30th Infantry Reg, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Arab Jabour Naples Florida US
Schoolcraft III, Jon M. 4234 01/19/08 Schoolcraft III, Jon M. Specialist 26 U.S. Army 1st BN, 27th Infantry Reg, 2nd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Taji Wapakoneta Ohio US
Kimme, Danny L. 4233 01/16/08 Kimme, Danny L. Private 1st Class 27 U.S. Army 1st Squadron, 32nd Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire, grenade Balad Fisher Illinois US
Sharrett II, David H. 4232 01/16/08 Sharrett II, David H. Private 1st Class 27 U.S. Army 1st Squadron, 32nd Cavalry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire, grenade Balad Oakton Virginia US
Sigsbee, John P. 4231 01/16/08 Sigsbee, John P. Specialist 21 U.S. Army 1st
Squadron, 32nd Cavalry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire, grenade Balad (died in Pallouata) Waterville New York US
Lloyd, Keith E. 4230 01/12/08 Lloyd, Keith E. Private 1st Class 26 U.S. Army 1st Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment Hostile - hostile fire - IED Tall Afar Milwaukee Wisconsin US
Christensen Jr., Curtis A. 4229 01/11/08 Christensen Jr., Curtis A. Lance Corporal 29 U.S. Marine 2nd BN, 8th Marine Reg, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force Non-hostile Al Anbar Province Collingswood New Jersey US
Davis, Todd E. 4228 01/09/08 Davis, Todd E. Specialist 22 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Raymore Missouri US
Gaul, Sean M. 4227 01/09/08 Gaul, Sean M. Staff Sergeant 29 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Reno Nevada US
Sanders, Christopher A. 4226 01/09/08 Sanders, Christopher A. Sergeant 22 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Roswell New Mexico US
Pionk, Matthew I. 4225 01/09/08 Pionk, Matthew I. Sergeant 1st Class 30 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Superior Wisconsin US
Dozier, Jonathan Kilian 4224 01/09/08 Dozier, Jonathan Kilian Staff Sergeant 30 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Rutherford Tennessee US
McBride, Zachary W. 4223 01/09/08 McBride, Zachary W. Sergeant 20 U.S. Army 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Reg, 1st Armored Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack (house borne) Sinsil Bend Oregon US
Hart, David J. 4222 01/09/08 Hart, David J. Sergeant 22 U.S. Army 2nd BN, 327th Infantry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Samarra (died in Balad) Lake View Terrace California US
Merlo, Ivan E. 4221 01/09/08 Merlo, Ivan E. Private 1st Class 19 U.S. Army 2nd BN, 327th Infantry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Samarra San Marcos California US
Pannier, Phillip J. 4220 01/09/08 Pannier, Phillip J. Private 1st Class 20 U.S. Army 2nd BN, 327th Infantry Reg, 1st Brigade Combat Team, (Air Assault) 101st Airborne
Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Samarra Washburn Illinois US
Hanson, Timothy R. 4219 01/07/08 Hanson, Timothy R. Private 1st Class 23 U.S. Army 1st BN, 15th Infantry Reg, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Salman Pak Kenosha Wisconsin US
Gudridge, James D. 4218 01/06/08 Gudridge, James D. Specialist 20 U.S. Army 4th BN, 64th Armor Reg, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Baghdad (southern part) Carthage New York US
Lemke, Jason F. 4217 01/05/08 Lemke, Jason F. Private 1st Class 30 U.S. Army 2nd BN, 23rd Infantry Reg, 4th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack Ibrahim Al Adham West Allis Wisconsin US
Brown, Menelek M. 4216 01/04/08 Brown, Menelek M. Petty Officer 2nd Class 24 U.S. Navy USS Hopper Non-hostile - drowning Arabian Gulf Roswell New Mexico US
Olmsted, Andrew J. 4215 01/03/08 Olmsted, Andrew J. Major 37 U.S. Army Military Transition Team, 1st Brigade, 1st Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Sadiyah Colorado Springs Colorado US
Casey, Thomas J. 4214 01/03/08 Casey, Thomas J. Captain 32 U.S. Army Military Transition Team, 1st Brigade, 1st Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - small arms fire Sadiyah Albuquerque New Mexico US
Maseth, Ryan D. 4213 01/02/08 Maseth, Ryan D. Staff Sergeant 24 U.S. Army 1st Battalion, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Non-hostile Baghdad Pittsburgh Pennsylvania US
Anderson, Joshua R. 4212 01/02/08 Anderson, Joshua R. Private 1st Class 24 U.S. Army 6th Squadron, 8th Cavalry Reg, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Hostile - hostile fire - IED attack
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Don't Forget to Download Undertow
Just a reminder that XBox is giving away Undertow for free, now through Sunday. Go to Marketplace and look for Undertow under the "All Games" category. I'm sure the game will suck (I mean, they are giving it away), but nevertheless, free is free. I guess its got a pretty cool multiplayer, so who know? I'm downloading mine now. Let me know when you've got yours.
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UPDATE: 1.25.08
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I know I said free is free, but don't waste your time downloading this piece of crap. No wonder Microsoft is giving it away. I would feel robbed if I had to lay down even 100 measly Microsoft points for this steaming pile.
Here's my review...
I played the first (tutorial) level last night, and that was enough for me. The synopsis of the game is this... you are living underwater for some reason I could care less about, and the object is to take over the ocean by swimming to and standing in "control points". Its very similar to the territory control game in Halo. The first thing you notice when you start the game are the stunning graphics. I must say this is the ONLY strong point. The underwater level looked amazing, even on my SDTV. But that's what's so odd. The developers spent way too much time building an awesome 3D environment for a 2D game and obviously forgot to include the basics, such as fun. I want to stress that this is a 2D game! Even though it looks 3D and it wouldn't have been too difficult for the designers to make it 3D like we're all used to now, it's as friggin' 2-dimensional as PacMan. There is absolutely no depth to the game at all. I'm talking about strictly x and y axis play. You can swim right and left, and up and down. It's nice to see an X360 game (sic) that can be played on the 8 bit Nintendo. (Okay, okay... I realize it's an "ARCADE" game. But, I mean, give me a break. I want a little better game than this.)
From what I could tell, you are a little, tiny swimming figure and you swim around this board haphazardly shooting other swimming figures. The figures were so small, I couldn't figure out if I was actually hitting the damn things or not. I guess I was because some would explode, and some would just disappear. So while you're shooting these things, there are two numbers at the top of the screen, which I would assume would correspond with your life and your enemy's life. But shooting the enemy or getting shot did little to affect these numbers. And while the object is to take over "control points" to make your enemy lose "tickets," I could only figure out how to take over one "control point" even though the tutorial tells you exactly how to do it. Eventually, after five minutes of randomly shooting things that just don't stop coming, the game ended and I won the round with a bronze medal. Woooo Hoooo! I just wished I knew what the hell I did to win it.
Overall, this game is so bad, it literally made me bleed out of my ass! If you do want to waste your time downloading and playing it, be my guest. Maybe I'm just missing something and you can let me know what the hell is going on. It's ironic that Microsoft is giving this game away because of problems with LIVE, yet to make up for their mistake, they offer this one lousy game for free (maybe another mistake). I think they should have paid US to download this turd of a game.
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UPDATE: 1.25.08
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I know I said free is free, but don't waste your time downloading this piece of crap. No wonder Microsoft is giving it away. I would feel robbed if I had to lay down even 100 measly Microsoft points for this steaming pile.
Here's my review...
I played the first (tutorial) level last night, and that was enough for me. The synopsis of the game is this... you are living underwater for some reason I could care less about, and the object is to take over the ocean by swimming to and standing in "control points". Its very similar to the territory control game in Halo. The first thing you notice when you start the game are the stunning graphics. I must say this is the ONLY strong point. The underwater level looked amazing, even on my SDTV. But that's what's so odd. The developers spent way too much time building an awesome 3D environment for a 2D game and obviously forgot to include the basics, such as fun. I want to stress that this is a 2D game! Even though it looks 3D and it wouldn't have been too difficult for the designers to make it 3D like we're all used to now, it's as friggin' 2-dimensional as PacMan. There is absolutely no depth to the game at all. I'm talking about strictly x and y axis play. You can swim right and left, and up and down. It's nice to see an X360 game (sic) that can be played on the 8 bit Nintendo. (Okay, okay... I realize it's an "ARCADE" game. But, I mean, give me a break. I want a little better game than this.)
From what I could tell, you are a little, tiny swimming figure and you swim around this board haphazardly shooting other swimming figures. The figures were so small, I couldn't figure out if I was actually hitting the damn things or not. I guess I was because some would explode, and some would just disappear. So while you're shooting these things, there are two numbers at the top of the screen, which I would assume would correspond with your life and your enemy's life. But shooting the enemy or getting shot did little to affect these numbers. And while the object is to take over "control points" to make your enemy lose "tickets," I could only figure out how to take over one "control point" even though the tutorial tells you exactly how to do it. Eventually, after five minutes of randomly shooting things that just don't stop coming, the game ended and I won the round with a bronze medal. Woooo Hoooo! I just wished I knew what the hell I did to win it.
Overall, this game is so bad, it literally made me bleed out of my ass! If you do want to waste your time downloading and playing it, be my guest. Maybe I'm just missing something and you can let me know what the hell is going on. It's ironic that Microsoft is giving this game away because of problems with LIVE, yet to make up for their mistake, they offer this one lousy game for free (maybe another mistake). I think they should have paid US to download this turd of a game.
Roald Hoffmann's House O' Fun
Speaking of the B-Town Theme Musak... not only did I find Roald Hoffman's World of Chemistry theme music, I also found the site where you can watch ALL of your favorite episodes in their entirety.
The username is: btownboyz@cpomultimedia.com
The password is: bellaire
NOTE: If the video doesn't start playing, keep hitting the start button and it will eventually begin.
The username is: btownboyz@cpomultimedia.com
The password is: bellaire
NOTE: If the video doesn't start playing, keep hitting the start button and it will eventually begin.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Theme Muzac
Finally heard the theme muzac tonight... I don't have speakers at work. Anyway that is classic stuff. I can't believe Chump found it.
I need to do a top five list of Dunfee memories soon.
I need to do a top five list of Dunfee memories soon.
Mass Effect
I just finished Mass Effect and I have to say this is one of the best games I've ever played. Quick background: it's advertised as an RPG slash FPS. Think of it more as a movie where the plot is moved along by shooting bad guys. And that movie is pretty damn awesome. If you ever played Wing Commander III or IV, it reminded me a lot of those games. I played on medium and the FPS wasn't difficult at all, maybe too easy, but you really need to play this game for the story. I understand Halo is an online multiplayer FPS, but the story in Mass Effect makes the Halo story look like a comic book, and a poorly writen one at that. No need to read the crap on IGN to fill in the gaps for Mass Effect. In fact the game keeps a journal for you and alerts you when a new entry has been added... and there's all the detail you could want and then some.
One really new thing is that the achievements you earn can affect your character. For example, if you kill 150 organic enemies, you get a 10% boost to your health on top of the gamerscore points. Register 150 assault rifle kills and the next time you play, your character can use assault rifles no matter what class of character your choose.
And it's only the first part of the trilogy...
One really new thing is that the achievements you earn can affect your character. For example, if you kill 150 organic enemies, you get a 10% boost to your health on top of the gamerscore points. Register 150 assault rifle kills and the next time you play, your character can use assault rifles no matter what class of character your choose.
And it's only the first part of the trilogy...
Friday, January 18, 2008
Dateline: Dallas, Texas
A Texas museum which teaches creationism is hoping that an auction of a mastodon skull the size of a Volkswagen will fetch enough money to keep the museum owner, Joe Taylor, from going bankrupt. Heritage Auction Galleries estimate the value of the skull at 40,000 years old (though Taylor thinks the skull is 20 years old), and a value of $160,000.
Claims on the museum's Web site include that Noah took dinosaurs aboard his ark. The prevailing scientific wisdom is that humans and dinosaurs missed each other by TENS OF MILLIONS OF YEARS.
Isn't it ironic: THE CREATIONIST MUSEUM GOING EXTINCT!!!!!!
Claims on the museum's Web site include that Noah took dinosaurs aboard his ark. The prevailing scientific wisdom is that humans and dinosaurs missed each other by TENS OF MILLIONS OF YEARS.
Isn't it ironic: THE CREATIONIST MUSEUM GOING EXTINCT!!!!!!
FREE XBLA GAME
Microsoft is making the game Undertow the game that will be free for all because of the Live issues experienced over Xmas. Details of availability included in the article. Enjoy.
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Ideas for Chump's Bachelor Blowout 2008
With Z being in Egypt, Chump has asked me to plan his bachelor party. While talking to Chump on Sat. night we came up with a couple of ideas that I wanted to run by everyone and also get Z's input.
Option #1: Being in Columbus we have the ability to fly a few places using Skybus for around $200 round trip each. An idea we came up with is to fly to Ft. Lauderdale, FL for an extended weekend probably in March. I checked on Skybus's website and they have a flight leaving Columbus on March 7 and returning on March 10 for $220.00 each round trip. $125 to fly out and $95 to fly back. Skybus also flies out of Greensboro, NC so Big C would be able to make the flight from there to Ft. Lauderdale and back for $160.00. While there we can hit up the beach, clubs, and possibly hang with the infamous Jim Johnson, if he would like to put up with the B Town Boyz. I'll leave that up to Chump if he would like to discuss it with Jim.
Option #2: Roadtrip to Windsor, Canada. Windsor is notorious for troublemakers like the B Town Boyz. Plenty of bars, "clubs", and accomodations. Chump and I met a guy from Windsor, who was having a bachelor party in Columbus for one of his buddies, at Frog Bear and Wild Boar on Sat. night. He highly recommends Windsor and suggests going to Leopards and Cheetahs. We do not need passports to drive into Windsor, just north of Hockeytown USA, Detroit. You do need a passport if flying into Canada. Big C could fly into Cbus on Skybus for less than $100 and we could all load up into a vehicle or two and make the drive north. They have a Harrah's Hotel and Casino that might be a good idea for accomodations.
Let me know what you guys think of the two options we came up with or any other suggestions.
Option #1: Being in Columbus we have the ability to fly a few places using Skybus for around $200 round trip each. An idea we came up with is to fly to Ft. Lauderdale, FL for an extended weekend probably in March. I checked on Skybus's website and they have a flight leaving Columbus on March 7 and returning on March 10 for $220.00 each round trip. $125 to fly out and $95 to fly back. Skybus also flies out of Greensboro, NC so Big C would be able to make the flight from there to Ft. Lauderdale and back for $160.00. While there we can hit up the beach, clubs, and possibly hang with the infamous Jim Johnson, if he would like to put up with the B Town Boyz. I'll leave that up to Chump if he would like to discuss it with Jim.
Option #2: Roadtrip to Windsor, Canada. Windsor is notorious for troublemakers like the B Town Boyz. Plenty of bars, "clubs", and accomodations. Chump and I met a guy from Windsor, who was having a bachelor party in Columbus for one of his buddies, at Frog Bear and Wild Boar on Sat. night. He highly recommends Windsor and suggests going to Leopards and Cheetahs. We do not need passports to drive into Windsor, just north of Hockeytown USA, Detroit. You do need a passport if flying into Canada. Big C could fly into Cbus on Skybus for less than $100 and we could all load up into a vehicle or two and make the drive north. They have a Harrah's Hotel and Casino that might be a good idea for accomodations.
Let me know what you guys think of the two options we came up with or any other suggestions.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
GoldenEye might be dead but...
rumor has it that something else is on the horizon. All I can say is "Your face, your ass, what's the difference?"
Monday, January 14, 2008
Hardest Game EVER!
I'm not sure what makes this game better... the fact that it is a blatant rip off of Super Mario or the fact that the programmers made it almost impossibly difficult. The video is like 8 minutes long, but if you have the time, I laughed my ass off at the poor bastard playing it. It's like each time he figured out some crazy obstacle, there was another even-more-ridiculous one waiting.
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Dramatic Chipmunk
Well he's not actually a chipmunk, but a prairie dog. I've seen this clip several times on the internet, and I can't get enough of it. It comes from some crazy Japanese kids show. I just love the way that someone put dramatic music to the clip and the expression on the chipmunk / prairie dog's face. There's several more variations, but this is the original (albeit looped for a full minute). Check You Tube for more dramatic chipmunk videos. Below is one of my favorites.
Friday, January 11, 2008
It May Be Dead
From a Gaming Website:
Unfortunately, the reason GoldenEye for XBLA died came down to money. Our source close to Rare said the conversion was a mere two months from completion, but Microsoft and Nintendo couldn't agree on the financial side of things. The point of contention, as our source puts it: would Nintendo receive a one-time fee for the rights to the game, or a continuing cut of the XBLA revenues? The latter seems to make sense for everyone, but apparently it wasn't that easy.
From what we're told, the best way to get this port back on track is to show Microsoft and Nintendo how badly you want it.
Unfortunately, the reason GoldenEye for XBLA died came down to money. Our source close to Rare said the conversion was a mere two months from completion, but Microsoft and Nintendo couldn't agree on the financial side of things. The point of contention, as our source puts it: would Nintendo receive a one-time fee for the rights to the game, or a continuing cut of the XBLA revenues? The latter seems to make sense for everyone, but apparently it wasn't that easy.
From what we're told, the best way to get this port back on track is to show Microsoft and Nintendo how badly you want it.
B Town Gear?
To the B Town Nation, what do you think of getting some "official" B Town items made? Chump and I have both designed some pretty sweet shirts in the past (LQA and Big C's Haus of Homebrew). I actually thought about doing this for T's bachelor party but alas, I ran out of time. Also, I wanted it to be a collaboration so that everyone had a chance to provide some input and get excited about it, like Chump did with the blog design.
I'll tell you I don't know how much custom crap costs anymore. I did my shirt through zazzle.com in 2004 and it cost me about $25 for a long sleeved t-shirt with a pocket graphic on front and a full back graphic. This time though I was thinking more along the lines of something like a baseball jersey (the game jerseys, not the 3/4 sleeve t-shirts) or a bowling shirt (my first thought for the shirts I never made). Coincidently enough, the new B Town font would look totally groovy on the back of a bowling shirt. Not saying we have to use anything we already have though... just my thoughts. Also was thinking of having it embroidered instead of the dye sublimation printing we had on the t-shirts. Again, not sure of cost or options on that, just a thought. And it doesn't have to be a shirt. I'm sure we could do mugs, hats, panties, and toilet paper if we wanted.
Chump, obviously a lot of the graphic design would go to you in the end, so I guess I'm asking you first if this is something you'd be willing to put some time in. To everyone else, including contributors and readers, is this something we should look at doing? Let us know what you think.
I'll tell you I don't know how much custom crap costs anymore. I did my shirt through zazzle.com in 2004 and it cost me about $25 for a long sleeved t-shirt with a pocket graphic on front and a full back graphic. This time though I was thinking more along the lines of something like a baseball jersey (the game jerseys, not the 3/4 sleeve t-shirts) or a bowling shirt (my first thought for the shirts I never made). Coincidently enough, the new B Town font would look totally groovy on the back of a bowling shirt. Not saying we have to use anything we already have though... just my thoughts. Also was thinking of having it embroidered instead of the dye sublimation printing we had on the t-shirts. Again, not sure of cost or options on that, just a thought. And it doesn't have to be a shirt. I'm sure we could do mugs, hats, panties, and toilet paper if we wanted.
Chump, obviously a lot of the graphic design would go to you in the end, so I guess I'm asking you first if this is something you'd be willing to put some time in. To everyone else, including contributors and readers, is this something we should look at doing? Let us know what you think.
BTBz Blog... New and Improved
Alright... I've been working on the new BTBz blog for about a month, and I've finally uploaded the new template. I hope you enjoy.
The following is a list of the new and improved features:
1. Larger post area - holds more information to make embedding videos and larger pictures flow better with the layout.
2. Transparency - only available for Firefox and IE 7+ users. The post and link background will appear semi-transparent so that you can see through to the background (see #3).
3. Rotating background - a tricky little piece of coding that allows a randomly selected background to be displayed behind the posts and links. Current backgrounds include: Sunburst, Chevy, Bunnies, Tools, Cocktails, Hazard, Circuit, and Dots. Hit refresh on your browser to reload the background.
4. Updated Contributors - complete with profile picture, real name, and B Town title.
5. B Town Boyz Classics - It's just a quick link list (on the left) to some of the best of the BTBz. Thanks to T for suggesting this one.
6. Header change - I updated the header image and font (more groovy, I think) and removed the blog description.
7. Overall layout change - Updated fonts, spacing, layout, etc...
One thing I did leave out were the XBox Live Gamertags. I know T really liked these but they tended to clutter up the left side, and really, does anyone even care about them?
I didn't want to change too much. In fact I kept the basic blog (layout style and colors) exactly the same. Just wanted to modernize it a bit. Gave me something to do.
Let me know what you think. Constructive criticism would be greatly appreciated. Let me know if you don't like something or if you would like me to add something else.
The following is a list of the new and improved features:
1. Larger post area - holds more information to make embedding videos and larger pictures flow better with the layout.
2. Transparency - only available for Firefox and IE 7+ users. The post and link background will appear semi-transparent so that you can see through to the background (see #3).
3. Rotating background - a tricky little piece of coding that allows a randomly selected background to be displayed behind the posts and links. Current backgrounds include: Sunburst, Chevy, Bunnies, Tools, Cocktails, Hazard, Circuit, and Dots. Hit refresh on your browser to reload the background.
4. Updated Contributors - complete with profile picture, real name, and B Town title.
5. B Town Boyz Classics - It's just a quick link list (on the left) to some of the best of the BTBz. Thanks to T for suggesting this one.
6. Header change - I updated the header image and font (more groovy, I think) and removed the blog description.
7. Overall layout change - Updated fonts, spacing, layout, etc...
One thing I did leave out were the XBox Live Gamertags. I know T really liked these but they tended to clutter up the left side, and really, does anyone even care about them?
I didn't want to change too much. In fact I kept the basic blog (layout style and colors) exactly the same. Just wanted to modernize it a bit. Gave me something to do.
Let me know what you think. Constructive criticism would be greatly appreciated. Let me know if you don't like something or if you would like me to add something else.
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
Never Played It, But...
I remember going down to Athens one Halloween to see everybody crammed in 1 dorm room playing 'Goldeneye' for the N64. I never had a N64 myself, so I never partake d in the action (I only played it for about 5 minutes). But I can still sometimes hear of those times down Athens playing 'Goldeneye' for hours on end, sans studying and homework.
Well those fans of the old Bond game might like THIS.
Well those fans of the old Bond game might like THIS.
It Is A Rebuilding Year But....
This game should not have been this far apart. Sure, the Buckeye's were predicted to lose 4 or 5 games this year and be nowhere near a BCS game this season, but they made it to the national championship. What did they do? Absolutely Nothing!!!!!
Just like last year. They were overpowered by a team that deserved to be there. The real championship should have been USC vs LSU. Those were the best 2 teams in the country bar NONE.
Buckeyes got in because of their name. That name lost a little more credibility this evening. Sure, they are a young team who never expected to be here at the beginning, but they made it; they had a shot at winning, or, at least, keep the game close.
The game falls on 5 plays that determined the outcome of the game. 1 and 2: personal fouls against the Buckeyes that gave LSU their first TD of the game (in the same drive). 3: personal foul on a blocked punt that resulted in a LSU TD. 4: PERSONAL foul on the play after (3) that gave LSU better field position and led to the that TD. 5: every play OSU called (offense and defense). Coaching was the factor in every play this game (obviously) and LSU had the better to all but a few of those decisions.
Just like last championship game, OSU was OUT-COACHED!!!! OSU was on it's heels on D almost every play this game. Even in shotgun w/ 5 wide recievers, OSU didn't know if LSU would run or pass. That takes skill. The coaching kept OSU wondering what they were gonna run every play.
OSU, on the other hand, seemed to play in what LSU defensive plan was. When OSU lined up packed w/ 2 TE's, they ran. When they spread out, they threw. When they threw on first down, they ran on second (and the formation showed it). On third and short (when it might be goood to work the short slant or SOMEBODY over the middle), they went sideline downfield. Boeckman, instead of making quick decisions, paused too much which caused TO's and sacks. Where was the play-calling for short passes? They were around on second down but not for 3rd and short and 4th. Or Boeckman decided to do too much and not take the chance to rifle a pass on a slant and kept it too much. There was too much pressure on him to wait out a play to develop for more than a few seconds. He had to get rid of it sooner. He resorted to a fade pass down the sideline that may have been complete to a receiver against AKRON ,but not LSU. The are TOO FAST. YES SEC SHOWED THEY ARE FASTER THAN BIG TEN.
OSU was OutCoached and outplayed, but more OUTCOACHED!!!!! AGAIN!!!!! THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW. I DON'T THINK ANOTHER YEARS EXPERIENCE WILL HELP A TEAM THAT GETS OUTCOACHED IN THE BIG GAME (and i am not talking about 'THE TEAM UP NORTH')
Just like last year. They were overpowered by a team that deserved to be there. The real championship should have been USC vs LSU. Those were the best 2 teams in the country bar NONE.
Buckeyes got in because of their name. That name lost a little more credibility this evening. Sure, they are a young team who never expected to be here at the beginning, but they made it; they had a shot at winning, or, at least, keep the game close.
The game falls on 5 plays that determined the outcome of the game. 1 and 2: personal fouls against the Buckeyes that gave LSU their first TD of the game (in the same drive). 3: personal foul on a blocked punt that resulted in a LSU TD. 4: PERSONAL foul on the play after (3) that gave LSU better field position and led to the that TD. 5: every play OSU called (offense and defense). Coaching was the factor in every play this game (obviously) and LSU had the better to all but a few of those decisions.
Just like last championship game, OSU was OUT-COACHED!!!! OSU was on it's heels on D almost every play this game. Even in shotgun w/ 5 wide recievers, OSU didn't know if LSU would run or pass. That takes skill. The coaching kept OSU wondering what they were gonna run every play.
OSU, on the other hand, seemed to play in what LSU defensive plan was. When OSU lined up packed w/ 2 TE's, they ran. When they spread out, they threw. When they threw on first down, they ran on second (and the formation showed it). On third and short (when it might be goood to work the short slant or SOMEBODY over the middle), they went sideline downfield. Boeckman, instead of making quick decisions, paused too much which caused TO's and sacks. Where was the play-calling for short passes? They were around on second down but not for 3rd and short and 4th. Or Boeckman decided to do too much and not take the chance to rifle a pass on a slant and kept it too much. There was too much pressure on him to wait out a play to develop for more than a few seconds. He had to get rid of it sooner. He resorted to a fade pass down the sideline that may have been complete to a receiver against AKRON ,but not LSU. The are TOO FAST. YES SEC SHOWED THEY ARE FASTER THAN BIG TEN.
OSU was OutCoached and outplayed, but more OUTCOACHED!!!!! AGAIN!!!!! THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW. I DON'T THINK ANOTHER YEARS EXPERIENCE WILL HELP A TEAM THAT GETS OUTCOACHED IN THE BIG GAME (and i am not talking about 'THE TEAM UP NORTH')
Sunday, January 06, 2008
Saturday, January 05, 2008
No Need to Explain this One
...well maybe. Turns out when I resized the picture, it's difficult to read the sign on the front of the building. It says "The Beer Store." (Click picture for larger image.)
Thursday, January 03, 2008
I'm Not Tryin' To Be an Activist...
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Tuesday, January 01, 2008
Oh....My....GOD!!!!!!!
All I can say is .... WOW. I need me one of these to wear to St. John's Church one Sunday.
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Happy Blogiversary
I just wanted to say "Happy Blogiversary" to all the B Town Boyz. It was two years ago today (12.30.05) that this blog was created. Clint predicted the blog would die out in 10 weeks, and who'da thought it'd last this long? How things have changed... two years ago, the Buckeyes were set to play Notre Dame in the Fiesta Bowl (btw, final: OSU 34, ND 20), Clint just got an XBOX (not 360) for XMAS, Z was livin' it up in India, and T was preparing for his New Year's Eve performance of "Shake It Off."
Friday, December 28, 2007
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Anyone Up For Some Grifball?
I've got the game variant and the map downloaded. Looks like fun. Checkout the video below and go here for the rules.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Burnout Paradise
releases Jan 22nd. I think it is a more stripped down version of Burnout. I had the previous iteration of Burnout on the 360 and it was great. It had high replay value. All the different variations of the tracks and side games made the game different every level progressed (it wasn't like playing the same boards over and over and over and over and over and over again). I hope it is set for the force feedback steering wheel (all I need is Microsoft to sent me the return box so I can get my steering wheel fixed). Can't wait for it to come out. Gotta go (heading up to Michigan). The Red Wings play at home tomorrow night. Usually the owners take us to a local game if they are at home.
The Snappy Response Theory
I was talking with my friend Nathan (Lodar) last night, and he informed me of a theory he came up with. It didn't have a name, so I'm calling it the Snappy Response Theory. Here goes...
If someone asks you a question or makes a statement, you can respond EVERY TIME with one of the following lines:
1. "That's what she said."
2. "Because you're and idiot."
3. "Sounds like a plan."
Examples:
You: I think I ate too much meat.
Me: That's what she said.
You: Why is the sky blue?
Me: Because you're an idiot.
You: I feel like I'm going to throw up.
Me: Sounds like a plan.
If someone asks you a question or makes a statement, you can respond EVERY TIME with one of the following lines:
1. "That's what she said."
2. "Because you're and idiot."
3. "Sounds like a plan."
Examples:
You: I think I ate too much meat.
Me: That's what she said.
You: Why is the sky blue?
Me: Because you're an idiot.
You: I feel like I'm going to throw up.
Me: Sounds like a plan.
Monday, December 17, 2007
I Need Answers...
As part of the re-design, I need a few answers, specifically from those who view this blog the most (Z, T, Juddy, Clint, and Marie).
1. What browser do you use (including version)?
2. What is your screen resolution?
For example... I use Firefox 2.0.0.11 @ 1280x1024.
Tnank you.
1. What browser do you use (including version)?
2. What is your screen resolution?
For example... I use Firefox 2.0.0.11 @ 1280x1024.
Tnank you.
does this sound familiar to anyone?
has no one in the prison system ever watched "the shawshank redemption"? seriously. as much as i hate a man convicted of manslaughter on the loose, if our penal system is THAT retarded, he deserves it. so i'll help out the law enforcement officers... if you want to catch these guys, they are at the warden's bank right now, withdrawing all the warden's bribe money. go get 'em. hurry, the credits are about to roll.
JEEZ!
JEEZ!
more Crysis awesomeness
i can't get enough of this finite model element analysis (FMEA) stuff. i might just have to buy crysis for this reason. i can't believe that since i've been playing video games (maybe 20 years), we've gone from "asteroids" to this. seriously blows my mind.
Friday, December 14, 2007
Thanks for Nothing
Almost a week ago, I left a post that I wanted to re-design the BTBz Blog. I also asked for some input at to what you liked and disliked. I wanted all the BTBz to have the opportunity to have some say in what they wanted. And with the exception of Big C (who basically suggested more boobs), noone has suggested any ideas. So here's another opportunity to give me some input if you even give a shite. If I don't get some feedback this time, I'm going to assume 2 things:
1) You are completed apathetic and don't care what the fukk the site looks like or how it functions.
2) I am the BTB Gawd of web design and whatever I choose to do will be so absolutely perfect that there's no reason to question any decision I make.
Seriously though, I would like some ideas, or at least acknowledgment that you like something and would like to keep it. I'm even open to suggestions from non-BTBz that read the blog and have any ideas. I'm desperate here. I'm begging you.
Thank you.
1) You are completed apathetic and don't care what the fukk the site looks like or how it functions.
2) I am the BTB Gawd of web design and whatever I choose to do will be so absolutely perfect that there's no reason to question any decision I make.
Seriously though, I would like some ideas, or at least acknowledgment that you like something and would like to keep it. I'm even open to suggestions from non-BTBz that read the blog and have any ideas. I'm desperate here. I'm begging you.
Thank you.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Satellite Radio
I was one of those people who didn't understand why you'd pay 13 bucks a month to listen to music. Since I got the Trailblazer in August, I've been jonesing to activate the built in XM radio. A few weeks ago I broke down and bought a Pioneer Inno so I could also take it in my office. Long story short, I can now totally understand why you'd pay for this stuff. It's awesome. Here are my top 5 reasons you should consider satellite radio... I HIGHLY recommend you find and listen to these songs.
5. Afroman - Because I Got High
4. Dead Milkmen - Bitchin' Camaro
3. Glenn Tilbrook - [I'm standing here holding the] Genitalia of a Fool
2. Lounge Brigade - Heart Shaped Box (yes, the Nirvana song)
1. Richard Cheese - Rape Me (yes, again, the Nirvana song)
Wait! Not enough for you? Then this song will seal the deal (or creep the shit right out of you, especially if you are about to have a kid).
As heard on XM Kids channel... Uncle Jim - I've Got a Butt
5. Afroman - Because I Got High
4. Dead Milkmen - Bitchin' Camaro
3. Glenn Tilbrook - [I'm standing here holding the] Genitalia of a Fool
2. Lounge Brigade - Heart Shaped Box (yes, the Nirvana song)
1. Richard Cheese - Rape Me (yes, again, the Nirvana song)
Wait! Not enough for you? Then this song will seal the deal (or creep the shit right out of you, especially if you are about to have a kid).
As heard on XM Kids channel... Uncle Jim - I've Got a Butt
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
my 30th
so, where's everyone going to be on 23-dec? what's everyone going to get into? jules is going to be in town starting on the 20th, but we are driving to florida on xmas eve to visit her family who are visiting their in-laws. i was just wondering if we should make our way to florida from the valley if everyone is going to be there, or maybe we'll cruise on over to cbus if everyone will be there, so have a few drinks. can't stay out TOO late since i think we'll be leaving around 6AM for our 14-16 hour drive. get back to me as to where everyone will be, maybe we can have a mini-shindig.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Red vs. Blue: DIY
I've never seen these Red vs. Blue videos before, but this one cracks me up. Here they give you a peek at the new maps(Foundry, Standoff, and Rats Nest) available today for 800 MS points on Xbox Live for Halo 3.
Monday, December 10, 2007
Sunday, December 09, 2007
New Year's Eve Party
Amy and Alan have asked me to post on the blog that they are having New Year's Eve at their house this year. They also want to have poker that night. All BTBZ's and their significant others are invited.
Future Time Wasters...
Mass Effect is pretty well reviewed. So is Rock Band. This week, NCAA March Madness 2008 comes out (I bought 2007, and it was a good game). I may have to get it. In fact, I will. I haven't purchased a sports game in a LONG TIME. Next week is MX vs. ATV Untamed. Sounds cool. I will have to check out the review of the game.
Well. Gotta Go. Been out drinkin for NFL Games. Stared at a TV too long already.
Well. Gotta Go. Been out drinkin for NFL Games. Stared at a TV too long already.
Saturday, December 08, 2007
Does Anybody Recognize This Person?
I came across this picture by accident and damn-near lost my frickin' mind! Can anybody guess who the person in this picture is? I'll give you a hint... this person graduated from BHS in 1996, left B-Town to go to school in Cleveland, and once dated a 15-year-old Turkmeni prostitute. Any guesses?
B-Town Boyz Redesign
I've been throwing this idea around for a while and I'm interested to hear what you all think. I'm going to start re-designing the B-Town Boyz blog site. Not a complete re-design, but just an overhaul. I like the original design, but it's getting old and tired. Plus, I've been reading a book called "CSS Mastery" which has really given me some great ideas to add to the site. (If you don't know, CSS is a way to program styles, such as layout, tables, pics, etc..., into web pages and do some really neat things. CSS basically extends HTML from a strictly design point-of-view. If you've ever seen the back-end of Blogger, the whole set-up is purely CSS based.) Anyway, I think I'm going to start working on the updated site fairly soon, between work, sleep, and Halo.
Please give me some suggestions as to what you would all like to see. This is OUR blog and I really want input from everybody. If you don't know what you want, at least let me know what you like and don't like about the current blog. Let me know if you like the current layout (main content on the left and sidebar on the right) and what you think about the colors, logos, etc.
I already have a few changes in mind. First of all, I'm going to fix the bug that forces the right sidebar to jump to the bottom of the main content section if someone posts a video over 400 pixels wide. And I'd also like to change the link and post graphics (the arrows to the left of the link text and the arrowhead to the left of the post titles).
That's about it for now, I'll keep everyone updated with the progress and hopefully we'll have it ready to go by January. Be sure to post your suggestions and comments so I have somewhere to start from. Thanks.
Please give me some suggestions as to what you would all like to see. This is OUR blog and I really want input from everybody. If you don't know what you want, at least let me know what you like and don't like about the current blog. Let me know if you like the current layout (main content on the left and sidebar on the right) and what you think about the colors, logos, etc.
I already have a few changes in mind. First of all, I'm going to fix the bug that forces the right sidebar to jump to the bottom of the main content section if someone posts a video over 400 pixels wide. And I'd also like to change the link and post graphics (the arrows to the left of the link text and the arrowhead to the left of the post titles).
That's about it for now, I'll keep everyone updated with the progress and hopefully we'll have it ready to go by January. Be sure to post your suggestions and comments so I have somewhere to start from. Thanks.
Thursday, December 06, 2007
A n00b to pwn...
Guys, in about 9 1/2 months, we're going to have someone else to play Xbox with. We found out Monday that Amy is pregnant. I just hope it's mine... Either way, I am going to start laying the extra controller on her stomach so it can get used to the button layout as soon as possible.
First real Dr. appointment is next Thursday so we'll get an ETA then. I'll keep you posted.
First real Dr. appointment is next Thursday so we'll get an ETA then. I'll keep you posted.
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
This Game Should Be Good
I owned the original Ninja Gaiden for the Xbox, and it was, perhaps, the best game for that system. It was one of the only original Xbox games I still played on the 360. I can't wait for this sequel to be released (I sold the original one). The action and gameplay and originality will be top-flight, for sure. Day one purchase for me definitely.
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
On a Lighter Note...
Monday, December 03, 2007
Wow...
WTF is going on with this blog?
OK, there's this thing called the Internet. On this thing called the Internet, people often exercise their freedom of speech. Amazingly enough I nor anyone I know have been visited by Bush's stormtroopers yet. I digress. One might even create a web log (or "blog" if you will) on this Internet. These "blogs" are typically set up so that one or several folks with related interests and ideas (I hear they are called "friends") can share these ideas and common interests. In fact, this text has been posted on a "blog" set up by my "friends". Now the funny thing about these blogs is that anyone can read them, but they must type in a Uniform Resource Locator (URL for short) to view the content. This means no one is subject to content of "blogs" unless they type in a URL. This also means that while this "blog" was set up and intended for only a group of "friends" (BTBZ), it is viewed by others as well. Let's go back to the URL for one second. Unless I type in the URL, I cannot view the content and therefore cannot be offended by it. If I am frequently offended by the content posted at a particular URL, I probably shouldn't visit the site going forward.
However, there's a bigger issue with this situation. This isn't a random blog that is being visited. This is the BTBZ blog. I have no personal problem with the anti-everything posts that go up. In fact some of my own posts make the frequent shitting all over God and religion that occurs here look almost acceptable, but only because they were about shit, and they were about my shit, which can be nasty. But I can tell you I don't read a damn one of the anti-Bush, etc. etc. posts I'm damn sure not going to take up arms and try to kill God because of them. I'm not even going to vote. I have a wife who does that. If you want to change the world, posting a three page tirade on Bush, Catholism, and Jesus Christ isn't doing shit and won't ever do shit. Go start a rally. Volunteer for a campaign. Write your fucking congressional representative. I simply don't care about anyone's political or religious views. Your politics and religion or lack thereof are not why I like you people 90% of the time. Posting these rants on a blog, especially this one, with is about as useless as playing Halo 3, Forza 2, GRAW 2, Guitar Hero 3, or Ace Combat 6.
We're not children anymore. Offended? Don't visit the site. Want to make policy? Run for Congress or President. The BTBZ blog isn't anywhere near that powerful folks.
At the very least create a new blog so you don't piss off a "friend".
OK, there's this thing called the Internet. On this thing called the Internet, people often exercise their freedom of speech. Amazingly enough I nor anyone I know have been visited by Bush's stormtroopers yet. I digress. One might even create a web log (or "blog" if you will) on this Internet. These "blogs" are typically set up so that one or several folks with related interests and ideas (I hear they are called "friends") can share these ideas and common interests. In fact, this text has been posted on a "blog" set up by my "friends". Now the funny thing about these blogs is that anyone can read them, but they must type in a Uniform Resource Locator (URL for short) to view the content. This means no one is subject to content of "blogs" unless they type in a URL. This also means that while this "blog" was set up and intended for only a group of "friends" (BTBZ), it is viewed by others as well. Let's go back to the URL for one second. Unless I type in the URL, I cannot view the content and therefore cannot be offended by it. If I am frequently offended by the content posted at a particular URL, I probably shouldn't visit the site going forward.
However, there's a bigger issue with this situation. This isn't a random blog that is being visited. This is the BTBZ blog. I have no personal problem with the anti-everything posts that go up. In fact some of my own posts make the frequent shitting all over God and religion that occurs here look almost acceptable, but only because they were about shit, and they were about my shit, which can be nasty. But I can tell you I don't read a damn one of the anti-Bush, etc. etc. posts I'm damn sure not going to take up arms and try to kill God because of them. I'm not even going to vote. I have a wife who does that. If you want to change the world, posting a three page tirade on Bush, Catholism, and Jesus Christ isn't doing shit and won't ever do shit. Go start a rally. Volunteer for a campaign. Write your fucking congressional representative. I simply don't care about anyone's political or religious views. Your politics and religion or lack thereof are not why I like you people 90% of the time. Posting these rants on a blog, especially this one, with is about as useless as playing Halo 3, Forza 2, GRAW 2, Guitar Hero 3, or Ace Combat 6.
We're not children anymore. Offended? Don't visit the site. Want to make policy? Run for Congress or President. The BTBZ blog isn't anywhere near that powerful folks.
At the very least create a new blog so you don't piss off a "friend".
I got an hour to kill
To clear a few things up:
1. I'm not mad at anyone, I'm not avoiding anyone, nor do I consider anyone to be a dissenter.
2. I have no problem with anything that people post on this blog. That was the reason the blog was created.
3. I have no problem with the topics that are discussed in public by anyone I know.
4. I do have a problem when someone discusses something so much that another person may feel like they are being attacked for what they believe. Especially when the person that feels like they're being attacked is a person I love. Everyone is entitled to their own beliefs. Leave it that way.
5. Check out this cool Halo 3 screenshot of me and C severing some guy's arms.
crysis mass phsyics demo
man, this physics demo looks amazing. the plane flying through the boxes may have been a bit much, but other than that... WOW! i don't even know what crysis is about but with this kind of game control, it's gotta be cool.
Sunday, December 02, 2007
Because There's More...
than first-person shooters, I got bored with the same game and purchased some new Xbox 360 games. I picked up the venerable Guitar Hero III (Chad, I am ready for some co-op). Also, I will be having my Ace Combat 6 game with Flight Bundle delivered to my door tomorrow. Can't wait to mess with this new peripheral (since my steering wheel is broke awaiting my shipping carton). That is what HD gaming is all about: realistic simulation with accessories that put you in the action.
We're Going to THE GAME!
...with help from both the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Oklahoma Sooners.
I recorded this clip from the Pitt, WVU game. This is taken right after Pitt scored their final touchdown and are about to kick the extra point. Listen to the commentator during the crowd shot as the little boy drops his "New Orleans" sign. I laughed my ass off and HAD to post this. I hope everybody else can appreciate it too.
I recorded this clip from the Pitt, WVU game. This is taken right after Pitt scored their final touchdown and are about to kick the extra point. Listen to the commentator during the crowd shot as the little boy drops his "New Orleans" sign. I laughed my ass off and HAD to post this. I hope everybody else can appreciate it too.
Saturday, December 01, 2007
holy frickin' bluetooth
man, i really might have to get a macbook, or something or other and learn linux or something or other. i always had a feeling something like this could be done. actually when i was at the hotel bar last week, i recorded the awful country song renditions the guy was playing with my phone. i then searched for other bluetooth phones in the area, tried to connect (using '0000'), and seemingly connected to several other persons' phones. i sent them the recording to remind them to never go back to that bar again since that same fellow plays mondays, tuesdays, and thursdays. i'm not sure if it worked, but it said it transferred.
this guy goes one step further, how cool would that be? man i wanna learn this. FUKK THE SYSTEM!!!
Friday, November 30, 2007
Controversial Anti-Religious Commentary
...not really, but that seems to be the direction this blog is going.
I stumbled across this and thought it was funny. I don't even watch 24, but thoroughly enjoyed this video of the un-aired 24 pilot from 1994.
I stumbled across this and thought it was funny. I don't even watch 24, but thoroughly enjoyed this video of the un-aired 24 pilot from 1994.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Imagine the Conversation
Dad, did dinosaurs really exist?
Sure they did, son. The Bible says so. They didn't call them "dinosaurs" back then, but instead they were known as "leviathans" or "behemoths".
But, my science teacher says dinosaurs lived millions of years ago. Is that true?
Of course not, son.
Then how old are they?
Well, let's see. The Bible tells us [from Adam and Eve's family tree] that the Universe is only a few thousand years old. So dinosaurs had to have lived within the past few thousand years. That's simple logic, son.
Oh. So that means they were on Noah's Ark?
Absolutely! The Bible says two of every animal were brought [by God] to the ark. Dinosaurs were animals. So, using your logic again son, dinosaurs had to be on the ark.
Huh. So how come scientists say they're older than that? and died way before Jesus?
Well, son, they just make that up. Dinosaur bones don't have labels on them to tell how old they are. In fact, there is no proof whatsoever that the world and its fossil layers are millions of years old. No scientist saw dinosaurs die-
Dad!
No I'm serious. Scientists only find the bones in the here and now, and because many of them are evolutionists, they try to fit the story of the dinosaurs into their view.
That's sad. But I thought scientists were smart?
Sure, but they don't know everything. So they have to make stuff up to fit their beliefs. While you and I, we have the facts, straight from the Bible.
I don't want to be a scientist!
Ha! That's ok, son. It's better to be right, than smart.
Saturday, November 24, 2007
Alcohol Quizzes are Fun!
I followed a link of JHo's post and wanted to share my Death by Booze results.
It would take 23 shots of Jim Beam to kill me
Apparently I was nearly dead in Richmond... 32 oz. bottle divided by 1.5 oz. per shot = 21.33 shots. I was going to post my Vodka results (the infamous bean bag lugie incident) but that was also 23 shots.
It would take 23 shots of Jim Beam to kill me
Apparently I was nearly dead in Richmond... 32 oz. bottle divided by 1.5 oz. per shot = 21.33 shots. I was going to post my Vodka results (the infamous bean bag lugie incident) but that was also 23 shots.
Friday, November 23, 2007
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
That Bug ATE Me
Scientists have discovered a fossilized claw of a 390,000,000 (that's 390 MILLION YEAR OLD) sea scorpion. The size of the claw was enormous, even for really, really, really old standards. Below is the scale of this bug compared to man.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
My picks for this year's UFL awards show...
because I can't handle anymore creation vs. evolution debating. Calgon take me away!
(1)The Best History In The Making award goes to Big C. In the 5 years that we have been competing in the UFL Big C becomes the first to win back to back championships. Big C did you have JJ on your team last year? We know about Big C's 24-12 record this year, but lets take a look at his numbers for the Chase. He put together a 7-3 record in the chase and also scored 4,111 pts in the chase. Also never lost to Juddy or Z in the chase.
(2)The Worst History In The Making award goes to Big Z. I don't recall a time when the last place driver failed to post at least 10 wins. Big Z's 9-27 record may be the first. If anyone can remember another such event please let us know. His chase record was 2-8. Both wins coming against Chump.
(3)The Lee Corso "Not so fast my friend" award goes to Juddy. Let's take a look at an excerpt from a J Ho post on Friday, October 5, 2007:
"In my final analysis, J Ho pulls out the narrow victory. I say this due to the difficutly of the remaining opponents and the fact that J Ho only faces the other two leaders one time a piece."
Prediction of final records:
J HO 23-13
C 22-14
Red 21-15
What J Ho failed to realize was his 5-5 chase record with 2 wins coming against Red and Z. Thus, he eliminated Red, but was eliminated himself by Big C.
(4)The I pwned you award goes to Big C and Juddy for their group effort in pwning Big Z in every matchup this year. Big Z got beat so much by C and Juddy that it even caused his K/D ratio on Halo 3 to drop.
(1)The Best History In The Making award goes to Big C. In the 5 years that we have been competing in the UFL Big C becomes the first to win back to back championships. Big C did you have JJ on your team last year? We know about Big C's 24-12 record this year, but lets take a look at his numbers for the Chase. He put together a 7-3 record in the chase and also scored 4,111 pts in the chase. Also never lost to Juddy or Z in the chase.
(2)The Worst History In The Making award goes to Big Z. I don't recall a time when the last place driver failed to post at least 10 wins. Big Z's 9-27 record may be the first. If anyone can remember another such event please let us know. His chase record was 2-8. Both wins coming against Chump.
(3)The Lee Corso "Not so fast my friend" award goes to Juddy. Let's take a look at an excerpt from a J Ho post on Friday, October 5, 2007:
"In my final analysis, J Ho pulls out the narrow victory. I say this due to the difficutly of the remaining opponents and the fact that J Ho only faces the other two leaders one time a piece."
Prediction of final records:
J HO 23-13
C 22-14
Red 21-15
What J Ho failed to realize was his 5-5 chase record with 2 wins coming against Red and Z. Thus, he eliminated Red, but was eliminated himself by Big C.
(4)The I pwned you award goes to Big C and Juddy for their group effort in pwning Big Z in every matchup this year. Big Z got beat so much by C and Juddy that it even caused his K/D ratio on Halo 3 to drop.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
And I don't mean O.J.
Another black athlete has been indicted. This one is not surprise. I wonder why it took this long to come back with a decision? Almost everyone in this country knew the truth.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Our New Dog
Amy and I got a dog last weekend. Her name is Lady and she's an American Bulldog. We didn't name her, she's about 2 years old and the name carried over from her previous owners. They had to give her up due to moving. She's as strong as an ox and very 
quick. She's
an awesome frisbee dog. Here's a couple pics.
quick. She's
an awesome frisbee dog. Here's a couple pics.Queen... Lyrical Geniuses or Gay Potheads?
...YOU DECIDE
There was a time in the 80's where people believed that "the evil rock music" (such as was produced by Queen, Led Zeppelin, the Who, and the like) contained hidden messages when played backwards. The whole absurdity of this, of course, is that the music was intended to be played forward and the only people who heard the "hidden messages" were those that were playing the songs backwards with the intention of hearing those "hidden message." It's completely unrealistic to believe that anybody would write lyrics with the intent, that when played backwards, would convince the listener to "accept Satan", or "do drugs", or "join the Pepsi generation." Nevertheless, here's new evidence (actually I'm sure it's really old evidence) that Queen may have not been the lyrical geniuses that we all have grown to know and love, and instead are just a bunch of hippies trying to convince us all to "do the pot."
Listen Here to Queen's message.
Well, let me just say that I've never believed in this hogwash. I've always felt it's just some crazy people trying to bamboozle us with their paranoid tom-foolery.
That is... until today. This next clip undoubtedly confirms that the "play-it-backwards-for-hidden-message" theory is, in fact, real! Remember Britney back in the days when she was actually do-able? When you actually wanted to know what her vagina looked like? Before the days of Federline, shaved heads, barefoot public bathrooms, drunken rambling fits, and neglectful parenting? You know... the days of Britney's innocence?
There was a time in the 80's where people believed that "the evil rock music" (such as was produced by Queen, Led Zeppelin, the Who, and the like) contained hidden messages when played backwards. The whole absurdity of this, of course, is that the music was intended to be played forward and the only people who heard the "hidden messages" were those that were playing the songs backwards with the intention of hearing those "hidden message." It's completely unrealistic to believe that anybody would write lyrics with the intent, that when played backwards, would convince the listener to "accept Satan", or "do drugs", or "join the Pepsi generation." Nevertheless, here's new evidence (actually I'm sure it's really old evidence) that Queen may have not been the lyrical geniuses that we all have grown to know and love, and instead are just a bunch of hippies trying to convince us all to "do the pot."
Listen Here to Queen's message.
Well, let me just say that I've never believed in this hogwash. I've always felt it's just some crazy people trying to bamboozle us with their paranoid tom-foolery.
That is... until today. This next clip undoubtedly confirms that the "play-it-backwards-for-hidden-message" theory is, in fact, real! Remember Britney back in the days when she was actually do-able? When you actually wanted to know what her vagina looked like? Before the days of Federline, shaved heads, barefoot public bathrooms, drunken rambling fits, and neglectful parenting? You know... the days of Britney's innocence?
Monday, November 12, 2007
BACK TO BACK!!
Big C On Top Again
It's official. The news broken by JHo last night has been validated by nascar.com. Big C locked up the title this weekend. The title is Big C's second in as many years.
"I would like to congratulate all the competitors who make the UFL the most exciting form of fantasy racing based off a single auction draft held at the beginning of the year. Millions of fans around the world tune in each week to watch us compete, and that's what makes this championship so sweet."
When asked if he considered running the ESPN.com league next year, Big C stated that obligations to his sponsors and involvement in charity work prevented him from fielding teams in a competing league.
Annual Awards Dinner Set (Also Big C's 30th Bday Party?)
On the weekend before Christmas, plans are being made to honor the top six in this year's UFL competition. This may or may not be also for Big C's 30th. Please reply back if you'll be in town. Rumor has it this year's event will be held at the Roadhouse.
It's official. The news broken by JHo last night has been validated by nascar.com. Big C locked up the title this weekend. The title is Big C's second in as many years.
"I would like to congratulate all the competitors who make the UFL the most exciting form of fantasy racing based off a single auction draft held at the beginning of the year. Millions of fans around the world tune in each week to watch us compete, and that's what makes this championship so sweet."
When asked if he considered running the ESPN.com league next year, Big C stated that obligations to his sponsors and involvement in charity work prevented him from fielding teams in a competing league.
Annual Awards Dinner Set (Also Big C's 30th Bday Party?)
On the weekend before Christmas, plans are being made to honor the top six in this year's UFL competition. This may or may not be also for Big C's 30th. Please reply back if you'll be in town. Rumor has it this year's event will be held at the Roadhouse.
Sunday, November 11, 2007
The UFL is over!!!
I am announcing defeat at the sticky hands of Big C. C beat Chump by a total of 370-323. T beat Me (Juddy) by a score of 454-420. That puts C up by two with only one game to go. Next year, the victory will be mine!!!
Friday, November 09, 2007
Headed North To See Them Buckeyes
This is last years version, but it will still PUMP YOU UP for gameday.
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
guitar hero sucks...
6 Guys Beat Hardest Guitar Hero Level Ever - Watch more free videos
... but this is still kinda cool. i think everyone knows that i'm probably the only person who has heard of guitar hero who doesn't like it. still, this is pretty impressive. i'm not so impressed by the fact that in this video, they complete one of the hardest songs in the game, i'm impressed that SIX people can coordinate that well on one little plastic guitar. still, i think they wasted too much time practicing this when they should've been out trying to hook up or something. you can be excited about accomplishing something like this, but you can't shit-talk about this. that's my take. either way, this one is for juddy and T.
Bungie.net
Attention Halo 3 nerds: Go to bungie.net and sign in with your Windows Live ID (use the email addy you used when setting up your Xbox account). See all your stats. See all your friends' stats. Realize only JHo has a positive kill ratio in ranked matches. Check out the file shares. Witness my screen shot of the Valhalla Sniper Shot from 1/2 way across the board.
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Go Get Your Shine Box
Warning: The following video contains explicit language. Viewer discretion is advised.
Sunday, November 04, 2007
Thursday, November 01, 2007
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
And now your Phillip McGilton update
McGilton to drive in NCTS for Bill Davis Racing in '08.
HIGH POINT, N.C. -- Bill Davis Racing announced Monday that Phillip McGilton will complete the BDR NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series trio in 2008, with teammates Mike Skinner and Johnny Benson.
"Phillip has shown us his talent on and off the racetrack," said Mark Chambers, BDR's truck team manager. "He tested for us a few weeks ago at Caraway Speedway [Asheboro, N.C.] and ran incredibly well. He has shown his abilities in the ARCA RE/MAX Series over the last few years, and we are just very excited about the opportunities that he is bringing to the table."
The 29-year-old McGilton is a native of Marion, Ill., and has been around racing for a while. McGilton ran in the AMA Motorcross Series before competing on a limited basis last year in the ARCA RE/MAX Series. The 2007 season marked McGilton's first full season of ARCA competition. The season was highlighted by a ninth-place finish at Daytona International Speedway and a sixth-place finish in the championship standings.
"I am very excited about this opportunity," McGilton said. "I tested a few weeks ago at Caraway Speedway with the BDR folks, and things went great. I was a little nervous at first, but the truck was not much different from a car on the short track, so I felt that I adapted rather quickly. This is a great accomplishment for me to land with such a great team, and I can't wait to get the ball rolling."
McGilton will make his NCTS debut aboard the No. 22 Toyota Tundra at the 1.5-mile Homestead-Miami Speedway in November. He will then run the complete NCTS schedule in 2008.
Sunday, October 28, 2007
Red's 30th
When: November 17
Where: Our House
Time: 7:00 pm
Come hungry, and bring your favorite party beverage!
Where: Our House
Time: 7:00 pm
Come hungry, and bring your favorite party beverage!
Friday, October 26, 2007
Anyone Up For Sitting Outside The...
Wheeling Civic Center?!?!?!?!?!?!?OVERNIGHT!!!??!?!?!?!?!!!?
Soon, the Wheeling Nailers will be having a bobble-head night. I don't know how many they will produce (Answer: 2500), but I (and probably the rest of the B-Town Boyz) want one really, really bad.
Just Imagine this by your entertainment stand, or on your computer desk. Have a bobble of a 'valley original'. WATCH THE VIDEO TO THE RIGHT!!!!!
I will bypass Bristol Spring Race to be at the Civic Center (I mean, WesBanco Arena) on March 22nd. I REPEAT: MARCH 22ND!!!!!
Soon, the Wheeling Nailers will be having a bobble-head night. I don't know how many they will produce (Answer: 2500), but I (and probably the rest of the B-Town Boyz) want one really, really bad.
Just Imagine this by your entertainment stand, or on your computer desk. Have a bobble of a 'valley original'. WATCH THE VIDEO TO THE RIGHT!!!!!
I will bypass Bristol Spring Race to be at the Civic Center (I mean, WesBanco Arena) on March 22nd. I REPEAT: MARCH 22ND!!!!!
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
And now your video game update
FREE GAME(S)!
In what may become a new marketing strategy, The game Yaris was released for free download through Microsoft Arcade. Yes, it is the same Toyota Yaris from the commercials you know and love. By know and love, I mean know and hate with all your being. It's kind of like a combat racing game. You can buy upgrades to your car, new cars, stronger shields, etc. It's not great, but it is free and there are 200 Achievement points to be whored. I've got 15 of them.
Also, if you haven't already downloaded Aegis Wing from Microsoft Arcade (Chump), do it... also free. It's a side scrolling space shooter a la Gradius for the Nintendo... but with 4 player co-op. We played when it first came out and it was hours of fun. The best is when you all four link up and yell at T to get you a powerup. Go Voltron!
GRAW 2
There is a rumor, albeit not from a reliable source, that the latest DLC for GRAW2 is coming out next week. No word on the cost (if any). We are definitely going to need to take Chump through the co-op campaign. Also I need two more achievements to score the perfect 1000 on GRAW 2 and I'll need help. I need the Demo Expert and I've got to find 4 other people to play Team Mission with to get any progress towards it. The other is Solo Veteran and I actually may not try for it... I may ask for the assist in whoring that one.
In what may become a new marketing strategy, The game Yaris was released for free download through Microsoft Arcade. Yes, it is the same Toyota Yaris from the commercials you know and love. By know and love, I mean know and hate with all your being. It's kind of like a combat racing game. You can buy upgrades to your car, new cars, stronger shields, etc. It's not great, but it is free and there are 200 Achievement points to be whored. I've got 15 of them.
Also, if you haven't already downloaded Aegis Wing from Microsoft Arcade (Chump), do it... also free. It's a side scrolling space shooter a la Gradius for the Nintendo... but with 4 player co-op. We played when it first came out and it was hours of fun. The best is when you all four link up and yell at T to get you a powerup. Go Voltron!
GRAW 2
There is a rumor, albeit not from a reliable source, that the latest DLC for GRAW2 is coming out next week. No word on the cost (if any). We are definitely going to need to take Chump through the co-op campaign. Also I need two more achievements to score the perfect 1000 on GRAW 2 and I'll need help. I need the Demo Expert and I've got to find 4 other people to play Team Mission with to get any progress towards it. The other is Solo Veteran and I actually may not try for it... I may ask for the assist in whoring that one.
UFL Update - Separation Sunday
Not about Halo 3. Killing time and this could be a post that takes 2 hours to create...
SUNDAY SUNDAY SUNDAY!
Some thoughts and facts on the teams in the UFL with 4 races to go. Will the UFL Championship be determined this week? All we can say for sure is that there won't be a tie atop the standings after Sunday. Oh the drama. I've got goose bumps.
#6 Big Z - Currently 5 races and 657 points back of #5 Big T. Enough said. Sorry Big Z, no media attention when you secure last place.
#5 Big T - Currently 2 races behind #4 Chump, but 233 points ahead of #4 Chump. Big T suffered a big setback last week dropping the head to head against Chump, which ended a 7 race winning streak. He'll need to pull off some big upsets (next four races: Red, VJG JHo, Big C, and Big Z) and get some help to claim that #4 spot.
#4 Chump - Currently 3 races and 771 points behind #3 Red. Chump went a long way towards securing that #4 spot with a win over Big T last week, but he'll still be keeping an eye in the rearview mirror as he goes after Red. He has the same gauntlet of a schedule as Big T, so he may be content to hang on to #4.
#3 Red - Currently 3 races behind #1 VJG JHo and #2 Big C and 875 points behind #1 VJG JHo and 669 points behind #2 Big C. While the numbers don't look great for Red to move up, he has the advantage of one of the easiest remaining schedules (Big T, Chump, Big Z, and Big C). While not mathematically out of the championship hunt (Big C and VJG JHo go head to head next week, giving one of them at least a 3 race lead over Red with 3 to go), Red will be trying to catch the #2 spot. He finishes up the season with Big C at Miami Homestead, which could provide just the chance he needs. Otherwise he may be looking to help spoil Big C's chances at a championship. A win coupled with a Chump loss will lock up the #3 spot for Red.
#2 Big C - Currently tied with #1 VJG JHo and 206 points behind #1 VJG JHo. Big C faces the toughest remaining schedule, facing off against both VJG JHo and Red in the final four races, and don't forget about upset-minded Big T and Chump.
#1 VJG JHo - Currently tied with #2 Big C and 206 points ahead of #2 Big C. VJG JHo has a statistically easier schedule. After this week against Big C, he finishes out the season against the bottom three teams in the league. But, when you are number one, you have a target on your back every week. You can bet these teams will be gunning for VJG JHo.
What could be the most important matchup of the season will take place this week. It's #2 Big C against #1 VJG JHo. The winner will have sole possession of the top spot in the league and can control his own destiny. I am sure both managers will be watching (playing Halo 3) intently (drunkenly) as the laps wind down. You can bet this will be a great matchup between these two genius (drunk) managers. Will it be the high scoring offense (drunkeness) of VJG JHo or the consistency (drunkeness) of Big C that prevails? STAY TUNED SPORTS FANS.
SUNDAY SUNDAY SUNDAY!
Some thoughts and facts on the teams in the UFL with 4 races to go. Will the UFL Championship be determined this week? All we can say for sure is that there won't be a tie atop the standings after Sunday. Oh the drama. I've got goose bumps.
#6 Big Z - Currently 5 races and 657 points back of #5 Big T. Enough said. Sorry Big Z, no media attention when you secure last place.
#5 Big T - Currently 2 races behind #4 Chump, but 233 points ahead of #4 Chump. Big T suffered a big setback last week dropping the head to head against Chump, which ended a 7 race winning streak. He'll need to pull off some big upsets (next four races: Red, VJG JHo, Big C, and Big Z) and get some help to claim that #4 spot.
#4 Chump - Currently 3 races and 771 points behind #3 Red. Chump went a long way towards securing that #4 spot with a win over Big T last week, but he'll still be keeping an eye in the rearview mirror as he goes after Red. He has the same gauntlet of a schedule as Big T, so he may be content to hang on to #4.
#3 Red - Currently 3 races behind #1 VJG JHo and #2 Big C and 875 points behind #1 VJG JHo and 669 points behind #2 Big C. While the numbers don't look great for Red to move up, he has the advantage of one of the easiest remaining schedules (Big T, Chump, Big Z, and Big C). While not mathematically out of the championship hunt (Big C and VJG JHo go head to head next week, giving one of them at least a 3 race lead over Red with 3 to go), Red will be trying to catch the #2 spot. He finishes up the season with Big C at Miami Homestead, which could provide just the chance he needs. Otherwise he may be looking to help spoil Big C's chances at a championship. A win coupled with a Chump loss will lock up the #3 spot for Red.
#2 Big C - Currently tied with #1 VJG JHo and 206 points behind #1 VJG JHo. Big C faces the toughest remaining schedule, facing off against both VJG JHo and Red in the final four races, and don't forget about upset-minded Big T and Chump.
#1 VJG JHo - Currently tied with #2 Big C and 206 points ahead of #2 Big C. VJG JHo has a statistically easier schedule. After this week against Big C, he finishes out the season against the bottom three teams in the league. But, when you are number one, you have a target on your back every week. You can bet these teams will be gunning for VJG JHo.
What could be the most important matchup of the season will take place this week. It's #2 Big C against #1 VJG JHo. The winner will have sole possession of the top spot in the league and can control his own destiny. I am sure both managers will be watching (playing Halo 3) intently (drunkenly) as the laps wind down. You can bet this will be a great matchup between these two genius (drunk) managers. Will it be the high scoring offense (drunkeness) of VJG JHo or the consistency (drunkeness) of Big C that prevails? STAY TUNED SPORTS FANS.
Friday, October 19, 2007
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
New GRAW2 DLC is coming
New maps and achievements(for whores like C). Expected release is the end of Oct. to early Nov. on the marketplace. Not sure if it's free or not. It better be if Ubisoft wants to compete with the Halo 3 juggernaut. Check it out here.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
We need a new B Town Boy
and I think I know who it should be.
http://www.joeygalloway84.com
Yard getting overgrown? Yard burned out? When he's done catching passes, he'll renovate your landscape!
http://www.gallowaylandscape.com/
We need to do some kind of charity thing or something and get him to sponsor it... maybe he'll bring Herbstreit too.
http://www.joeygalloway84.com
Yard getting overgrown? Yard burned out? When he's done catching passes, he'll renovate your landscape!
http://www.gallowaylandscape.com/
We need to do some kind of charity thing or something and get him to sponsor it... maybe he'll bring Herbstreit too.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Various Ramblings...
1. I suck so bad at Halo 3 on Live it's not funny. Last night this guy was talking smack on me. Then he apologized, which was strange. He said his wife told him to say he was sorry. How embarrassing, for both of us.
2. In a related note, I almost can't stand the smack spewed on Halo 3. I cannot believe the difference between Halo 3 and GRAW 2. I've played Halo 3 online twice, 6 games in total. There has been a complete douchebag in three of six games, 4-6 players in a room. I've played an ass ton of GRAW 2 online (500+ human kills, do the math) and I've run into MAYBE 3 douchebags, with an average of 8-12 people in the room.
3. As much as I hate it, I have to drive back to NC on Sunday. I've got a shit ton (not as big as an ass ton) of work I have to finish up by Wednesday. Last time I drove to NC after a wedding was after Rob's wedding. At Rob's wedding, I crashed a party at 2:00 AM. The guy answered the door and asked who I was. I replied "That Guy!". The dude says "Who's That Guy?". I said "That guy who crashes your party at 2:00 in the morning looking for beer!". He says "Oh, OK! Well come on in and grab a beer!". All I remember is that most of the people were from Utah. Thank you. The next day on the drive back to NC I puked in a soft sided cooler whilst on the WV Turnpike and stopped puking somewhere near Winston Salem.
4. I hate most of the people I work with. I'm going to get fired because I tell someone they are a worthless piece of shit. I can see it coming any day now.
5. I'm leaving for OH tomorrow around 8:00 AM. Not sure if I'll be on Live tonight. If not I'll see you kids up there!
2. In a related note, I almost can't stand the smack spewed on Halo 3. I cannot believe the difference between Halo 3 and GRAW 2. I've played Halo 3 online twice, 6 games in total. There has been a complete douchebag in three of six games, 4-6 players in a room. I've played an ass ton of GRAW 2 online (500+ human kills, do the math) and I've run into MAYBE 3 douchebags, with an average of 8-12 people in the room.
3. As much as I hate it, I have to drive back to NC on Sunday. I've got a shit ton (not as big as an ass ton) of work I have to finish up by Wednesday. Last time I drove to NC after a wedding was after Rob's wedding. At Rob's wedding, I crashed a party at 2:00 AM. The guy answered the door and asked who I was. I replied "That Guy!". The dude says "Who's That Guy?". I said "That guy who crashes your party at 2:00 in the morning looking for beer!". He says "Oh, OK! Well come on in and grab a beer!". All I remember is that most of the people were from Utah. Thank you. The next day on the drive back to NC I puked in a soft sided cooler whilst on the WV Turnpike and stopped puking somewhere near Winston Salem.
4. I hate most of the people I work with. I'm going to get fired because I tell someone they are a worthless piece of shit. I can see it coming any day now.
5. I'm leaving for OH tomorrow around 8:00 AM. Not sure if I'll be on Live tonight. If not I'll see you kids up there!
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