Games are meant to be fun. In general, they are distractions from the tumult and tedium of our daily lives, and interesting exercises in thought and interaction. You play them with your friends, to share an experience and grow closer. For the most part, at least. Some games, though, pit you mercilessly against your friends.… Continue reading Game Review: The Resistance
Brick & Mortar Questions
I’ve heard it said several times that brick and mortar bookstores are going the way of the dodo. And for a similar reason, as well: we’re killing them. Now, I don’t think that every single Barnes & Noble is going to lock its doors and shutter its windows tomorrow. I think brick and mortar stores… Continue reading Brick & Mortar Questions
Flash Fiction: Dead Girl's Island
Dark Island by Steve Carter This week Chuck at Terribleminds had us roll for our titles. The boat’s small outboard motor lost its place as the only sound when Jessica spoke. “I still don’t think this is a good idea.” Carl rolled his eyes. “Yeah, you’ve made that pretty clear. But we need you, Jess.… Continue reading Flash Fiction: Dead Girl's Island
Writer Report: Looming Quarter
Much like some malevolent giant peering over the wall of a nearly defenseless settlement, the dreaded Q4 is upon me at the dayjob. Expectations are high. Work is sure to come fast and furious (and without the benefits of Michelle Rodriguez or Jordana Brewster). I’m going to have to take extra steps to stay on… Continue reading Writer Report: Looming Quarter
I Like Big Bots (And I Cannot Lie)
The more I think about Pacific Rim, the more I like it. Yes, the characters can be somewhat stock, and the plot is fairly straightforward, but the scope and spectacle of the film are awe-inspiring. I think if you had told me even five years ago that big robots would be on the big screen… Continue reading I Like Big Bots (And I Cannot Lie)
Game Review: Mark of the Ninja
One of the reasons I thoroughly enjoyed games like Deus Ex and its sequel Human Revolution is due to the stealth elements. I’ve dipped my toe into Thief, and I also got a charge out of both of Rocksteady’s Batman games (Arkham Asylum and Arkham City). Stealth-based games need a few things to work well:… Continue reading Game Review: Mark of the Ninja
Mother, Should I Trust The Government?
You know, I had a nice, light post ready for today. I was going to talk more about big robots. Go into a little more detail about where my love of the genre comes from. Give Pacific Rim a bit more love. But I can’t in good conscience do that. Why, you ask? My government… Continue reading Mother, Should I Trust The Government?
Flash Fiction: The Voice of Anise
Courtesy Panoramio To conclude The Cooperative Cliffhanger I chose to finish the story started by Jessica called Counting Down. Time is relentless. The seconds never stop ticking away, inching us closer to our destinies. Anise reflected on this as her mental countdown towards the execution got shorter and shorter. Two minutes, ten seconds. She looked… Continue reading Flash Fiction: The Voice of Anise
Writer Report: Seasons Change
Unfortunately, I don’t have a great deal to report from the past week. I’m not sure why it’s been difficult to get myself out of bed this past week. Either it’s the change of the seasons, or a side effect of the medication I’m on. Which is more complex than whiskey, before that gets mentioned.… Continue reading Writer Report: Seasons Change
The Art of Commander
I have a lot of fun with Commander (EDH if you’ve been around a while). It seems to be my father’s preferred format for Magic, and my siblings always have decks with them. It’s been made clear to me that some of my decks have significant chinks in their armor. Both my Zedruu deck and… Continue reading The Art of Commander
