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Kaldath’s Caption Contest #62

Posted on March 25, 2015 by | Comments Off on Kaldath’s Caption Contest #62

Ladies and Gentlemen it is once again time for our caption contest, however before we get started I have a bit of an announcement. I have decided to stop doing this contest as a weekly thing and instead will be returning to the format I had when I first started it. Starting with this one the caption contest will be bi-weekly from now on, meaning that I will be posting a new contest every other week with the contest winners being announced during the off weeks.

Now with that out of the way, it is time for all you machiners out there to give me your best dialogue for this image:

Beast boy 1

 

The normal rules apply, which are: You are limited to Three (3) entries which are due by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on Tuesday March 31st. Of course I as always expect you to keep your entries no worse than PG-13 in nature and that you follow all the normal rules of the forum when writing your caption for the above image. That being said I wish you all Good luck!

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Kaldath’s Caption Contest #61: Results

Posted on March 25, 2015 by | Comments Off on Kaldath’s Caption Contest #61: Results

Last week I asked you all to give me your best dialogue for this image:

Spider Gewen 1

and here are my top five from your entries:

Skoul 
What do you mean ‘they look like slippers’?
Herr D
Well? They don’t HAVE phone booths anymore!
KatmirStone
...... and this is where the “I <3 Peter" tattoo used to be.
Sabrina
Spider-Man reboot, huh? Well Spider-Gwen is getting “re-booted” as we speak.
Skoul
New orthopedic tights for super heroes – because while you’re saving the world, we’re saving you!
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And your winner is .........................

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Character Design Contest ♯114- On The Rogue Again

Posted on March 23, 2015 by | Comments Off on Character Design Contest ♯114- On The Rogue Again

For our penultimate Fantasy RPG class, we're going to be focusing on rogues. For anyone who doesn't know what that entails, you're basically looking at the sneaky characters. Thieves, assassins, ninjas are all fair game here, anyone who uses stealth and speed over raw power classifies. However, we're not looking at people who would be best suited to laying traps or dealing long range damage, that's for next week, you want to be as up close and personal, preferably without being noticed in the process. Bonus points go to anyone who can get onto the poll without me noticing. 😉

As per usual, no limits on entries this week and the contest will close at midnight Saturday (blog time). Please read the contest rules before entering, have fun and good luck.

Rules for posts, contests, and challenges that I am hosting: Original characters only, no copyrighted characters, no characters based on copyrighted characters, no characters based on RPG’s or other games. The characters must be your own design and not based on any character that might be copyrighted in any way. I have the right to delete any post that I believe crosses this line without warnings. Only post characters that you have either created for this contest specifically or you know for certain have never been entered to a contest before. If you aren’t certain, don’t enter it, because I’m not going to go back through all of the contests and check.

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Geek Quiz ♯16: Video Games II

Posted on March 19, 2015 by | Comments Off on Geek Quiz ♯16: Video Games II

So, as promised, here's the sequel to last weeks video games quiz. Don't worry, there's not going to be a third instalment to the franchise, so you don't have to worry about numerous disappointing endings or poor storyline tie-ups, I'm gonna quit while I'm ahead on this theme. Next week is going to be anime so you'd best brush up on that as well. And of course, if you have any suggestions for quiz themes, feel free to suggest them in the comments below.

As per usual, 10 questions with a total of 20 points to get. The answers will be below a jump from the post whilst on the main blog page, so if you don’t want to be spoiled, take a look at the questions on the blog first. And obviously Don’t Post Answers In The Comments.

1. What was the name of the human prince who became the Lich King in World of Warcraft? (1)

2. Name all of the characters included in the original Super Smash Bros. game; Super Smash Bros. 64 (1 point for each 4 correct answers. 12 answers total= 4 points)

3. Which of these characters does not appear in Final Fantasy VII? (1)

a) Aeris Gainsborough           b) Barret Wallace

c)  Locke Cole                            d) Zack Fair

4. Which of these heroes is not a playable character in the first Marvel vs. Capcom game? (1)

a) Captain America          b) Thor

c) Hulk                                  d) Wolverine

Bonus: Who is the final boss of the game? (1)

5. What year does the original Fallout game take place in? (1)

6. Who is the leader of the group of Disney villains in Kingdom Hearts? (1)

7. Which of these characters did not debut in the second game in the Spyro The Dragon series; Gateway To Glimmer? (1)

a) Bianca                         b) Hunter The Cheetah

c) Moneybags              d) Elora

Bonus: Who on that list makes the least amount of appearances in the series? (1)

8. How many playable characters are there in Injustice: Gods Among Us? [not including downloadable content, Ultimate edition additions or iOS/ android exclusive characters] (1)

Bonus: Which founder member of the Justice League is downloadable content/ Ultimate edition exclusive? (1)

9. What is the name of the Sith Lord who acts as the main antagonist in Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic? (1)

10. What are the top 5 best selling console games (not including Mobile or PC exclusive games) (5)

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Kaldath’s Caption Contest #61

Posted on March 18, 2015 by | Comments Off on Kaldath’s Caption Contest #61

IT'S BACK!! That's right folks it is the return of our weekly caption contest and this week I want your best dialogue for the following image:
Spider Gewen 1

 

The normal rules apply, which are: You are limited to Three (3) entries which are due by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on Tuesday March 24th. Of course I as always expect you to keep your entries no worse than PG-13 in nature and that you follow all the normal rules of the forum when writing your caption for the above image. That being said I wish you all Good luck!

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Character Design Contest ♯113- Getting Clerical

Posted on March 16, 2015 by | Comments Off on Character Design Contest ♯113- Getting Clerical

So, last week we did a nice and offensive RPG class, so this week lets take a step back and take on more of a support role shall we.  This weeks contest will see you take on the role of the Cleric, the healer of the group and general man of faith. Now, this class isn't as varied as the Mage or Fighter classes, but basically what you are looking for is a medic that heals using faith in some sort of god, so it doesn't have to be a Monk or Priest per say, Witch-Doctors and the like also count. It'll be interesting to see what participation is like on this one.

As per usual, no limits on entries this week and the contest will close at midnight Saturday (blog time). Please read the contest rules before entering, have fun and good luck.

Rules for posts, contests, and challenges that I am hosting: Original characters only, no copyrighted characters, no characters based on copyrighted characters, no characters based on RPG’s or other games. The characters must be your own design and not based on any character that might be copyrighted in any way. I have the right to delete any post that I believe crosses this line without warnings. Only post characters that you have either created for this contest specifically or you know for certain have never been entered to a contest before. If you aren’t certain, don’t enter it, because I’m not going to go back through all of the contests and check.

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Geek Quiz ♯15: Video Games

Posted on March 12, 2015 by | Comments Off on Geek Quiz ♯15: Video Games

So, last week I asked for suggestions on what quiz themes you guys would like to see and Skoul suggested video games, so that's what we're doing. We might do another one next week as well, because I have more questions than just the ten for this weeks quiz. Of course, if you have any suggestions for quiz themes, feel free to suggest them in the comments below.

As per usual, 10 questions with a total of 20 points to get. The answers will be below a jump from the post whilst on the main blog page, so if you don’t want to be spoiled, take a look at the questions on the blog first. And obviously Don’t Post Answers In The Comments.

1. What year was the original Pacman game released? (1)

2. In what game did Luigi first appear? (1)

3. What name was Amy Rose known by in her first appearance in the Sonic franchise? (1)

4. How many Legend of Zelda main series games have there been? (Not including re-makes and games where Link is not the main character). (1)

5. What is the name of the villainous religious cult from the Halo series? (1)

6. What was the first Pokemon ever created? (1)

7. In the Mass Effect series, what species is Garrus Vakarian? (1)

Bonus: What distinction does Liara T'Soni hold in the first game of the series? (1)

8. Name the playable character from Portal (1)

Bonus: Name the two robotic playable characters from the Portal 2 co-op (1)

9. What is the best selling games console of all time? (1)

Bonus: Name the rest of the top 5 (4)

10. What si the highest selling video game of all time, across all platforms (Console, PC, Mobile etc.)? (1)

Bonus: Grand Theft Auto V is currently the highest selling game on which 4 consoles? (4)

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Character Design Contest ♯112- Be A Pal-adin

Posted on March 9, 2015 by | Comments Off on Character Design Contest ♯112- Be A Pal-adin

So, onto our next Fantasy RPG category contest, this time covering the "tin can" classes. Your task is to create a character that fits into any of the fighter classes. So that's Barbarians, Knights, Paladins, stuff like that. So make sure your inventory is filled with the strongest armour,  the mightiest swords and the stoutest of shields. Physical strength is the order of the day here, so leave your traps and spells behind and get creating.

As per usual, no limits on entries this week and the contest will close at midnight Saturday (blog time). Please read the contest rules before entering, have fun and good luck.

Rules for posts, contests, and challenges that I am hosting: Original characters only, no copyrighted characters, no characters based on copyrighted characters, no characters based on RPG’s or other games. The characters must be your own design and not based on any character that might be copyrighted in any way. I have the right to delete any post that I believe crosses this line without warnings. Only post characters that you have either created for this contest specifically or you know for certain have never been entered to a contest before. If you aren’t certain, don’t enter it, because I’m not going to go back through all of the contests and check.

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Geek Quiz ♯14: The World Of Tolkien

Posted on March 5, 2015 by | Comments Off on Geek Quiz ♯14: The World Of Tolkien

Last week I stepped out of my comfort zone with the quiz, to allow all of you Trekkies out there to have a quiz all to yourselves. But this week I'm back in my element. Armed with A Guide To Tolkien, the internet, my personal collection of his books and my eclectic memory, this week I have devised a quiz on everyone's favourite fantasy world and its author. Have fun.

Also, if you have any suggestions for themes for the quiz you can suggest them below, or we could go back to doing non-themed mixed quizzes like the first few that we did on the blog.

As per usual, 10 questions with a total of 20 points to get. The answers will be below a jump from the post whilst on the main blog page, so if you don’t want to be spoiled, take a look at the questions on the blog first. And obviously Don't Post Answers In The Comments. We had a week off this rule last week because I know jack about Star Trek, but the rule is back in force.

1. What do the initials J. R. R stand for? (1)

2. Which University was Tolkien a professor of English Literature and Language at? (1)

Bonus- Which other famous author was a colleague and  literary group member of Tolkien's at this university between 1925- 1954? (1)

3. What does Melkor mean in the language of the Valar? (1)

Bonus- What does Morgoth mean in Elvish? (1)

4. Who was the first "King under the Mountain" of the Dwarves of Erebor? (1)

Bonus- Which kingdom did he rule previously? (1)

5. What are the four primary areas of the Shire collectively known as? (1)

6. Name the three "breeds" of Hobbit. (3)

7. What is the more recognisable name for the creatures known in the language of the High Elves as the Valaraukar? (1)

8. Which of these creatures of Middle Earth and the Undying Lands was created first? (1)

a) Spiders                       b) Trolls

c) Ents                           d) Eagles

9. What is the capital city of the kingdom of Angmar? (1)

10. Name the 5 Istari (5)

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Character Design Contest ♯111- A-Mage-ing

Posted on March 2, 2015 by | Comments Off on Character Design Contest ♯111- A-Mage-ing

I was talking to Vectorman316 the other day and he suggested doing a series of contests themed around fantasy RPG classes, since we haven't done them before. Pretty neat idea if you ask me, I don't know how I didn't think of it before. So that's what we're going to do. This weeks class is the Mage, because it is the best class (who doesn't want magic?). So your quest, should you chose to accept it, is to create the best Wizard, Warlock, Druid, Magi, Sage, Summoner, Necromancer or Magician you can. You must show proficiency in Heromachine wizardry to truly excel in this task, so make sure your mana is full and equip yourself with your most powerful tools, such as a good staff and a spell book containing such enchantments as the Masking Spell, and set forth. You must have completed your mission by the highest moon of the seventh day, to prevent the prize from falling into hands of your enemies.

(Incase you haven't noticed, I'm having way too much fun with this).

As per usual, no limits on entries this week and the contest will close at midnight Saturday (blog time). Please read the contest rules before entering, have fun and good luck.

Rules for posts, contests, and challenges that I am hosting: Original characters only, no copyrighted characters, no characters based on copyrighted characters, no characters based on RPG’s or other games. The characters must be your own design and not based on any character that might be copyrighted in any way. I have the right to delete any post that I believe crosses this line without warnings. Only post characters that you have either created for this contest specifically or you know for certain have never been entered to a contest before. If you aren’t certain, don’t enter it, because I’m not going to go back through all of the contests and check.

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