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Greetings fellow YCMembers. For those of you who are relatively new (aka joined within the last year), those of you with poor memories or those of you who live under a rock, I am attempting to bring back the YCMember Interviews. Just as the name suggests, selected members are asked questions (around 15-20 total), and their responses are posted for people to read. You get to learn a little bit about your fellow members.

In order to be selected for an interview, other YCM denizens have to vote for you to be selected (so don't go voting for yourself). I do this not just because everyone would likely vote for himself/herself, but also because it shows the members of YCM that you are most curious about. So, go ahead and vote for up to 5 different people. I'm putting a limit on votes atm so that this is more manageable. All it takes is 3 votes to be chosen, so get your friends to vote for you.

As always, if you do not wish to answer a particular interview question, or you just don't feel like getting interviewed at all, just let us know.

[spoiler=YCM Interviewers]1. GodWynn
2. Caeda
3. Broken
4. Fusion[/spoiler]
[spoiler=YCM Interview Selections]1. Contradanza (Formerly Mr. A) [b]-Done![/b]
2. Nathanael Darius Striker [b]-Done![/b]
3. Mihails Tals
4. METALMAXIMAL
5. Hina~ [b]-Done![/b]
6. Fusion X. Denver [b]-Done![/b]
7. finiteGunslinger (I'll keep you up here just in case you decide to change your mind)
8. Chaos Sonic [b]-Done![/b]
9. .Rai [b]-Done![/b]
10. Legend Zero [b]-Done![/b]
11. Cinnamon Star
12. Maxxion [b]-Done![/b]
13. Agro [b]-Done![/b]
14. American Machismo!!!
15. GodWynn [b]-Done![/b]
16. 'Night
17. Champion Iris (Caeda) [b]-Done![/b]
Not even on the list but ok. Dwarven King [b]-Done![/b]
18. Armadilloz [b]-Done![/b]
19. sicknastyKakashi
20. Flame Dragon
21. Rinne
22. Raine
23. Aisu
24. Bahamut Shark
25. Mugendramon
26. Rin-chan
27. Renji
28. ~British Soul~
29. Yankee
30. Dem the Magic Dragon
31. Sleepy
32. Comrade Tentasparkle
33. Snow Miser
34. Issun
35. DaWeirdGuy
36. Rapidfire
37. Double C4
38. Kyng
39. Atman Desiderius Seijo
40. Darklink401
41. jazzyTurtle
42. YCMaker
43. Gue'O VK
44. Beginning446
45. iCherry
46. Phantom Roxas
47. Mako
48. Marisa Kirisame-ze
49. Jake the Sage
50. Merciful Idiot
51. Colress
52. Zextra
53. Welche
54. Chris
55. TheFinalFan
56. Moog
57. Bringerofcake
58. Sterling Red
59. Oh my Amaterasu![/spoiler]
[spoiler=YCM Interview Candidates (3 votes to be selected)]-Bringerofcake (x2)
-MachinaGayhem (x2)
-.Exa (x2)
-Hydra of Infernals (x2)
-Larry Mudkipz (x2)
-Hatcher (x2)
-Gender-less Black Blood
-.:Blu:. (x2)
-Hotaru987 (x2)
-~ Epic Hero - Saber ~
-Cakey
-Neo
-DARKPLANT RISING
-Tentalus Therapist (x2)[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interviews][spoiler=Interview #1: Contradanza (Mr. A) (Interviewed by Wynn)][b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Please introduce yourself for the readers.[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=1]Hello fellow readers. I am Mr. A. Many people mostly recognize me by my infamous yet popular name Halubaris Maphotika. I am very known as one of the more infamous members of this site due to my troubled history here and my flip flopping. However, I like to be kind, generous, and helpful whenever I am needed. I mostly hang around General, [/size]Movies and TV Shows, and Any Other Cards. I am a movie critic and love critiquing film.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]You say that you're a movie critic. What kind of movies do you like to critique and why?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I can be picky with my movies. I mostly see a trailer for a movie and, if the concept looks nice, I will watch it. Sometimes I will purposely watch bad movies just for kicks. I mostly hang around Action and Thriller Mystery movies for their suspense and choreography.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]That's pretty interesting. Sometimes I like watching bad movies for kicks, too. Now, what would you say in your own opinion makes a movie "good"?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]A good movie has good acting, nice dialogues, good enunciation from actors and actresses, nice directing, great scenery, nice and steady pacing through scenes, and a rich storyline with no plot holes.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Seems like it takes a lot of effort to truly make a good movie. So, how did you discover YCM?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=1]Back in '09 my friend in New York told me there was a site where I could create my own YGO cards. I was astounded and quickly signed up to make my own cards. It was a fun experience but I was too nervous to spend any time on the forums. Eventually the account I made got old and [/size]the email I used became obsolete and I was forced to go make another account which is the one you see now.[/background]
[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]My original account was KIKKOMAN123 because I liked Kikkoman Soy Sauce. In fact, if you search the members area you can still find that account. I can no longer access it though.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In these past three years, how has this site changed you?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I have *Slowly* evolved into a more mature person as a whole. The people of YCM have been so tolerable of my insanity that over time I have eased up a little. Sure I can still be a pain in the butt from time to time, however not as much as I used to.[/background]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I have learned a lot from users like Crab Helmet and Mihail Tals. Mihail especially I credit for my political changes and my attitude changes.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It's quite admirable to admit how much certain people have influence you on this site. How do you feel your attitude and your politics have changed since finding YCM?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]When I first came to this site I was an extreme Conservative. I was Pro-Life, Anti-Homosexual, and I watched Fox News a lot. Heck, I didn't even believe in Evolution. However over time I learned a lot more about politics and things like such in general. I am now a Socialist, Pro-Choice, Pro-Gay Marriage, I believe in Evolution, and I stopped watching News in general.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]That's quite the extreme transformation there. How do you think this site has changed because of you being a member?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I created a very hostile environment since I joined this site. My attitude has denigrated the site's reputation through my controversy and gimmicks. I have insulted others and annoyed many a member. Although I feel YCM has positively influenced me, I truthfully feel I have in no way positively influenced YCM.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]What kind of controversy or controversies have you caused in YCM?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well first of all it was the religious controversy. I kept switching my religions back and forth after I realized I was slowly becoming Atheist. I was so afraid of being Atheist that I wanted to find something to believe in but I couldn't. I kept rubbing it off on YCM to the annoyance of many members. Then, when I DID become Atheist I became an Anti-Theist and started bashing all religions and being especially cold to many religious people, especially Dae who I think still hasn't forgiven me for that.[/background]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I started a 2012 crazy movement that went nowhere, and I flooded the Debate section with rude and obnoxious comments.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Quite the colorful history indeed. Looking back on your past 3 years on YCM, would you change any of it? Why or why not?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Everything. I wish I could take it all back and not have caused so much strife and conflict. If I could take it all back I would. I regret almost 90% of everything I have done on this site. I was an unproductive hindrance to this site and I wish I could go back in time and change it.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I can sympathize with that. Does this desire to make up for your past actions have anything to do with your reasons behind running for moderator of CC?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Extremely. One of the main reasons (Out of three) that I want to become Mod is because I want to feel for the first time that I did something productive for YCM, just once. Even if I fail miserably, I at least want the satisfaction of trying my best.[/background]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]The other two reasons.[/background]
[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]1. To help out Mihail Tals, who deserves help as well as most likely needs it.[/background]
[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]2. To save AOC.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]You seem to have your goals thought out fairly well. But, what do you think should be done to "save AOC?"[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In order to save AOC, reforms must be made to the rules and the format. It needs to become a place that is orderly and not chaotic. I want to create a system that avoids people trolling noobish topics and prevents noobish topics from getting yelled at when they do something wrong. It also needs to be established that AOC is a place for non YGO cards as well as YGO cards themselves.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]That's pretty interesting. Now, why do you think you are the man for the job? What would you say to those members of YCM who think you aren't the person to take charge?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]To those people who don't want me. I can't convince you or force you. If there was one thing YCM has taught me it is that persuasion is won through community and teamwork. I can't predict that I will be best and I don't want to. I have a set goal in mind and I am willing to do my best to save AOC and CC in all. I may not look it but I have admin'ed three sites before and although they died quickly due to troubles with the format and such I feel I could properly do it however, I won't pretend that will be good. I leave myself upon the stand to plead to the YCM'ers that I will do everything I can and that the future will predict my actions.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thinking back on your time here, if you could give any advice to the members of YCM, what would it be?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]"If you're going to f*ck up, do it early."[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Or, perhaps even better, don't. Don't worry, we are almost done, so time for a few introspective and probably cliche questions. If you were stranded on a deserted island and you could only have 3 things brought with you, what would they be and why?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Oh I really don't mind, this interview is really fun. And the quote was in case the screw up was inevitable XD[/background]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]The three things would be...[/background]
[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]A. A bottle of alcohol.[/background]
[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]B. A pistol.[/background]
[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]C. 1 Bullet.[/background]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Mostly so I can get drunk and shoot myself. I could never survive on my own.[/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]That seems like a part of the plot to Pirates of the Caribbean, except without [/background][s]Cthulhu[/s][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] Davy Jones trying to do you in. Now, Davy Jones might have been trapped on a ship for eternity, but where do you see yourself in 5 years?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Living a good life with the love of my life Evangeline and continuing to invest in movies [/background] :D

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Now, for one last question. Do you have anything you want to say to anyone or any group on YCM?[/background][/b]

[background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]To every person who has ever seen me or knows me. I know I am a narcissist and a jackass. However, I hope if YCM continues to treat me well and with the Toleration it has provided me, I will get better and better. I don't know if I will be a good mod. However, if you let me try, I will give my 100%![/background]

[b][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thank you very much for your participation, Mr. A![/background][/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #2: Nathanael Darius Striker (Interviewed by Caeda)][b]I suppose the beginning is a good place to start! How did you find YCM and what exactly drove you to join it?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]I found YCM by searching for a place to make your own cards using Google back in 2009. I initially joined to save the cards I made, but I became one of those people who forgot about the site. I found it again a few months later out of boredom and I guess it was my curiosity that drove me to become an actual member.[/size][/font][/color]

[b]Interesting answer! I can't say it's not something we haven't heard before, but still interesting! What are some of your interests around YCM? What has kept you here after you started being active?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]There are two sections on YCM that has kept me here for the last 3 years: C/O and CC. I started being active. Even though most of my not-so-shining moments took place in C/O, it is still apart of me, mainly because of the people I have met. CC was where I made a name for myself. It's a place where I can contribute to my full extent. TBH, I like making cards. I'm not that much of a creative person, but cardmaking has acted as a creative outlet for me.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]tl;dr: Community and cardmaking keep me here.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]That's actually interesting to hear! My next question was actually about Custom Cards! Many surely know about the election process of a new mod coming up in Realistic Cards, along with it being a democratic election. How do you feel about this turn of events?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]It's a shake-up, that's for sure. While similar elections have happened around YCM, they weren't truly democratic. To me, this is a second chance. It may be no surprise that I am running for CC modship, but it may be surprising that I was considered for the job before- something I have briefly mentioned once. Now, this election gives the section a voice in the entire matter. It also forces new ideas to be created. Sure, this will be stressful for everyone. However, it will be worth it in the long run. In short, I'm optimistic about these turn of events and can't wait to see how they turn out.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]You just mentioned you were considered for CC Mod before, you want to give us some details on that or is it classified? Why weren't you chosen?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]I don't know much about it myself. What I do know is that some of the mods were worried that the power would go straight to my head, most likely because of my past reputation. Others thought I simply wasn't ready for the job at the time. That's essentially all I know.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Well, if you WERE chosen this time, what would be some of the first things you would introduce into the Custom Cards section?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]The first thing I would do is impliment a mentorship program. I'm working on a draft for the program right now, but it is still in the early stages. I know I won't be fully able to do this on my own; this has to be a community effort. Another thing I would impliment is a contest series. Similar series have been held, but this would bring the community together and improve cardmaking through competition. Both of these proposals have one thing in mind: improving the cardmaking abilities of others. They may contradict each other, but they can work hand in hand for the greater good. Though, the mentorship would probably be first on my agenda.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Let's move away from Custom Cards for now, I think we spent a good while there. You mentioned Clubs and Organizations keeping you here. Well, what are some clubs you are currently interested in?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]I'm currently active in the YCMaker Hotel and The Treehouse Villa, both general clubs btw. I've always had an interest in general clubs since I've joined since thete akways seems to be something new to talk about. Also, I own The Treehouse Villa so I have a stake in C/O. It's a great club and it could use some more activity. That doesn't keep me down though, and I'm glad I'm apart of something.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]You used to be a member of the Newb Defense League, correct? What happened to it? I recall from personal experiences that many people were fairly hostile against it, what do you think caused that?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]I was, and technically still am. IMO, it wasn't the club itself that people were hostile towards, it was the person in charge at the time. Now, Max Darkness was my mentor during those days. From what I remember, people were hostile towards him because they thought he didn't know what the heck he was doing and had an ego, which lead to NDL being called "the Church of Max Darkness." The club is under new management, so the hostility has decreased dramatically even though the club itself is not a prominent as it used to be.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Well it's good to hear that hostilities have died down, I remember that wasn't a particularly fun time! Now, are there things you've seen happening on YCM that you don't necessarily agree with? Have there been any decisions as of late you've found disappointing? How do you feel about the mod team as of late?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]As of late, there is little to complain about. The mods are taking advantage of their new powers for the good of YCM. However, I kinda wish they were more accepting of democracy on YCM. Guess that'll be a struggle that will be going on for a bit.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Has there been anything on YCM that you have wanted to do outside of creating cards and clubs?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]I did a bit of RPing back in the day, but I was horrible bevause I god modded a lot. Black didn't like that, especially in the first YCM Club War. I may get back into that, but I doubt it. I alsomade a few stories in Creative Writing, but I have never finished any of them. I may continue working on my latest one if I get a new laptop. So, rping and writing are things I would want to try again.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]That's rather interesting to hear! Do you have any ideas for a story you could write you might like to share with YCM?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]Well, I may just finish the YCM City story I made back in August. Even though Admin powers have been found by the mods, I think the story would still be relevant. Thankfully, I still have it on Google Docs. For a new story, I may make one of those "Last Human on Earth" stories, but I'm not sure how and if I would do that.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Well, I'm sure we'll be looking forward to see something from you in the future! Before we end off, do you have anything you want to say to anyone on YCM?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]Yea, to CC as a whole and to someone I met in the last few weeks. CC, these are tough times that lie in front of us. There is no easy way out of this and one person is not enough to carry CC out of the trenches. TBH, we need to work together as a community. We need to set aside our petty differences and focus on things that will eep CC alive and allow it to thrive. If we don't come together and fail to act, then CC will get worse to a point where it will be irrepairable and sink in the trenches.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=2]And I want to give a shoutout to Rapidfire, who has taken the time to talk to me on Skype. TBH, I'm glad you do because I really need it since there are only a few people that I can naturally talk to without struggling to keep the conversation going. Thank you.[/size][/font][/color]

[b]Inspiring words and a heartfelt thank you! What more could you want? Everyone give a hand to Striker![/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #3: Chaos Sonic (Interviewed by Wynn)][b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Please introduce yourself for the readers.[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Sup! I'm Chaos Sonic, though I have nicknames that people give me and to which I'll answer to: Sonic, CS, or even Chaos(some occasions). I am a member since 2008 and well known in both the RP section and in the Clubs & Organization section.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]You said that you're well known in the RP section. What kind of RPs do you like to participate in? What kind of RPs do you like to create?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well I've been in countless RPs, too many for me to count to be honest. The ones I know I have participated in happen to be a couple of Pokemon, a few Digimon, and even RPs based off of an anime. For instance, Kyng's one RP entitled: "Yōkai Academy: Class Dismissed!", which was based off of the anime "Rosario + Vampire". Mostly anything to do with adventure or even [/background][/size][/font][/color]fighting[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]. As for what do I create, I happened to take the lead of Kyng and make one based off of an anime. The one I'm in charge of happens to be based off of the anime "Trigun", entitled "Devil's Dance". I have a few other RP ideas running through my head, but best not to tell EVERYONE.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Do you have any upcoming RPs that you would like to mention?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Weeell, just cause of the nice person I happen to be, I'll mention the main one I got in the works. Working on a title, however, so until then I'll just say that its a "Star Driver" based RP. Which means, giant mech fights and even A.I. units. It should be ready soon, but I'm not sure entirely.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In my opinion, giant mechs make everything better. But, I digress. Do you have any memorable experiences from your YCM RPs?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Memorable experiences...well I actually met countless friends through the RP section. Then meeting Kyng and Aisu, back then both of them being Dark Magician and Dark Magician Girl respectively, both of them actually helped me better my RP skills to the way they are today. Honestly, that is the best RP experience I could have. But besides that, I haven't had too many experiences other than that.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It's always good to make new friends, especially here on YCM. How do you feel that YCM has influenced you during your stay here?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Since 08, I have had a lot of fun, especially with the friends made through the things I've done. I've been a lot more talkative around here than I've been on any site. And as a couple of the guys from the Vongola HQ can tell ya, that's a new one for me. Not only that, I've been coming on this site a lot more than I should as well...a lot more than Facebook I can tell you that much. All in all, this site has become somewhat of a second home to me, and to meet all the friends I've made through 08 to now, I actually think they helped shape me into the member I am today.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I know I'm on here definitely more than I should be, so I fully understand. So, now for the reverse. How do you feel that you have influenced YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Me influenced YCM? I kinda chuckled a bit, but I digress. I haven't done TOO much for YCM except I have made and joined quite the number of RPs as stated before. I could say I've helped with the RP spectrum of the site, getting more and more members RPing and whatnot. Though I've also contributed to the site by bringing forth my only running organization in the C&O section: Vongola Headquarters. You don't see many Katekyo Hitman Reborn clubs or groups around there, so I suppose that would be considered bringing the wonders of that anime/manga to the members.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I have to say, I love asking that question because it is one that makes you think just a bit, and I always get good answers from it. So, as an older member, what advice would you give to a new member of the community?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]*Grabs a cane* You youngsters get off my lawn! XD[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]All joking aside, I would tell these young members to first off follow the rules of each section of the forum. I know, "Nobody reads the rules!" or "Rules are for chumps!", but here they actually keep you from being a total n00b that doesn't know anything or even a troll. They will help you out, trust me, I kinda had a hard time following certain rules too. Secondly, I would tell them, even though most people will tell them not to do something as in, "Don't make a card set like that, its stupid.", follow your creative thought. I've seen things happen with topics or ideas that weren't all together good, and members turned them into great ideas that everyone loved. So a short phrase that I came up with myself: "Never give up and keep your resolve strong!"[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Now, with it being the holiday season and all, if you could have or take part in any one thing, what would it be?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hmmm, this one actually is a tough one. Well I was hoping to have that C&O section "Decorate Your Door" contest like we had last year. I already fixed my organization to look its in a Christmas mood, so yeah. If not that, I'm thinking probably either a Holiday RP thing/Holiday Fic thing. Yeah I know you said one thing...but let's be honest, no one can actually just choose one.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]True enough. Do you have any goal or goals that you are trying to complete on YCM? How about in real life?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Goals in YCM, well I've met a couple goals: 1. Actually finish an RP, 2. Become a 6 Star member, & 3. A successful Club/Organization. I have a few more goals for YCM, the two main ones I have consist of me writing a successful fanfic which is almost as popular as Fusion X. Denver's "Trio of DEF", as well as one day to hopefully become a Mod. As for real life goals, for starters actually enter an official YGO tourney and win. I'm still working on the real life goals, though.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Real life goals always seem to take a lifetime to figure out, at least to me. What section would you like to be Mod of? Why?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I would have to say a Mod of RolePlaying, mainly cause of me being pretty active there now as it is. I could say Mod of C&O, but Cinnamon Star is doing a pretty awesome job, and besides Excalibur-sama is currently acting as her replacement, so yeah. I wouldn't mind being a temporary or even a replacement over in the RP section.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Where do you hope to see yourself 5 years from now?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hopefully finished with college and getting a job that pays nicely. And definitely still staying on YCM until I decide to retire from it, which isn't anytime soon.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]What kind of [/background][/size][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]career[/background][/size][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] are you interested in?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]A career dealing with computers, since I'm going for [/background][/size][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]a degree[/background][/size][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] to do that sort of stuff.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, in this age, the computer is an essential tool for nearly everything, so you should be able to find a good career. So, on a different note, if you were stuck on a deserted island and you could only have 3 things with you, what would they be and why?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]3 things...I would say a cellphone first. Let's be honest, no one wants to go anywhere without their phone. Second would happen to be a few [/background][/size][/font][/color]solar panels[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)], so I can figure out how to make it where they can charge my phone's battery. And finally, what deserted island would be complete without tons of manga! That's incase I start getting bored.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Now, YCM has seen a lot of things come and go. Who or what do you wish would make a return?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hmm, yet another tough one, as basically everyone I know and a lot of things I enjoy still happen to be here. Something I wish to make a return...yeah honestly I can't think of anything for this question. YCM is basically fine to me right now, though if something happens later, I'm sure I'd think of something quickly.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Now for my final question. Is there anything you'd like to say to your fellow members of YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]First off, it was a pleasure being interviewed, so thank you for this opportunity GodWynn. I would also like to give a shout out to those who voted for me in this, a huge thank you to you guys, it means a lot. Also, just to get this off my chest, please watch/read the anime/manga known as "Katekyo Hitman Reborn", why, cause it makes me feel good to hear about those who quickly become fans of it. Either way, thank you all for taking the time to listen/read me answering these questions! XD[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thank you very much for a good interview, Chaos Sonic.[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #4: .Rai (Interviewed by Wynn)][b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Please introduce yourself for the reader.[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hmm, well, I'm .Rai (or otherwise CR). Londoner, Brit, self-confessed tea drinker, and lover of the arts. I frequent Showcase, Music, Creative Writing, TCG and occasionally Custom Cards.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]As an artist, what is your focus? Where do you draw your inspiration from?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I'd probably say constantly improving myself within the community I have. Learning is so important, and I have a burning passion for learning graphics: especially with becoming a graphic designer as a genuine [/background][/size][/font][/color]career path[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]. YCM's little community is awesome and so are the members, so it's an easy task.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Inspiration-wise, I take from those around me and I look a lot at literature and music. All of the arts are closely connected.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So, are you considering graphic design as your career path? If so, where do you hope to go with your skill as a graphic designer?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I'm considering it. If not, it's definitely going to stay as an active hobby. If I do end up with a job in graphic design, working in game design or web design is one of the most rewarding jobs in the industry. Game design is especially awesome.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]That's quite impressive. How do you feel that YCM has influenced you, both as an artist and as a member?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Fascinatingly awesome community. As a member, I've matured. And I've learnt a depressing amount. I mean, seriously, this is a YGO website. Pretty hilarious site, even if it is fundamentally crazy. I could name various members - Night (definitely one of my big influences in the art realm), Matt, Rod and plenty of others that are great people. Hoping their greatness can rub off on me :3[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Now, let's look at the other side. How do you feel that you have affected YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Probably not much. Hopefully not much. Got a permanent graphic tutorial stickie, helped write out an essay for RC's revival, and occasionally I do random festive stuff for the community. Always in a festive mood in December. Anyway, I prefer to wach YCM go by than do anything. And, pfft, I've seen far too much.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]What kind of festive stuff do you enjoy doing for the community?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]At the moment, doing a 'Holiday Extravaganza' around the site. Born on Christmas, so it's my default mood. Holidays are always a chance for YCM to just bond a bit more.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]You were born on Christmas Day? How do you celebrate both your birthday and Christmas on the same day? Have you ever wanted them to be separate occasions?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Half presents, but never really cared. Like it the way it is. Life's too short to complain copiously. Also, it's Christmas in the morning, birthday in the evening. Simples.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Sometime's life really is too short. If you had the chance to compete or take part in any one thing, what would it be and why?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I always miss out on giant festivals in places. Super great fun. If anyone's heard of La Tomatina in Spain, hilarious. You know, getting hit by tomatoes evokes too many feels, bro.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I've actually never been hit by a tomato before, but if it is like being hit by pies, then I get the idea. So, how did you find out about YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Tomatoes, pies, same thing just about. YCM discovery is a generic story. Started off making cards, probably via some sort of bored Google search. Got to the forums, I think, by posting random Pokémon cards in Pop Culture.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, this being the festive holiday season that it is, if you could have any one thing, what would it be?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Any one thing? I'd invest in eternal world peace. Or, you know, Logic Pro or something.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]A grand investment indeed, either way. So, YCM has gone through a lot of changes since its establishment. If you could bring back one thing from YCM's past, be it an event or be it a member, what would it be?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]That's a tough one. In a biased way, Rodrigo, but I think I'd personally love to see 'The Coming of YCMaker' again. Probably I'm just asking for trouble.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]What advice would you give to a new member of YCM just starting out on the forum?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Liberally accept YCM's community, enjoy it, then run away as fast as you can.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]When you aren't perusing YCM, what activities do you like to do?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I swim a lot, but I do a lot of musical stuff too. Album maybe, who knows. I try to [/background][/size][/font][/color]stay[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] occupied, but I'm naturally lazy.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]The ongoing battle against laziness eh? My sympathies, I have the same problem. Now, where do you see yourself 5 years from now?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Still pretty young myself, so I guess uni with a [/background][/size][/font][/color]part-time job[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]. And hopefully trying to pursue graphics.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]And now, for my last question. If you could say anything to the YCM community, what would it be?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thanks for being the weirdest site on this side of the Internet. Hope everyone enjoys their time on YCM, members of present and future. Go support Showcase too. It's a cool section, guys.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Have fun.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thank you very much for your participation, Rai. :D[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #5: Legend Zero (Interviewed by Wynn)][b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Please introduce yourself to the reader.[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]'Sup guys! I'm sure most already know the semi-lurking General Mod. A little more in-depth intro would be that I'm currently a [/background][/size][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]college and[/background][/size][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] working man who still enjoys the community he found those long years ago in high school. I hang/post/lurk around Anime & Manga, TCGs, and General.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]What is your biggest goal to accomplish as a mod of YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I suppose that keeping the forum running smoothly is a big thing for every mod. Though if I had to pick one goal, it would be something that every mod only dreams of doing. That is right, I want to make it my goal to try and bring YCMaker back to the forums! (or at least fix the cardmaker) In all seriousness, I don't see anything that the mod team is not currently working on that would require me to make it my goal.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It would certainly be interesting to see YCMaker actually come back. How do you feel that YCM has affected you during your stay here?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Besides the obvious, "I matured during my stay", I would say that YCM helped me in a lot of common ways. My stay in RP improved my writing to an extent, Showcase got me well-versed in basic graphics (which has paid off in school and life), TCG has kept me interested in the game and in the 'know', and of course General has increased my knowledge on a numerous amount of things. To sum it all up, YCM has broaden my horizons. Of course I owe it all to the members.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Now for the flip side. How do you feel that you have influenced YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Honestly, I have never seen myself as someone who makes a difference. I guess I had an impact on YCM by hosting the first big (to my knowledge) Digimon Club and help introduce Cardfight Vanguard!! to YCM, but I don't really consider these influential.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]What advice would you give to a new member just starting out on YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]My best advice would be to not take anything too seriously. Every member comes to this site to relax and have fun, so there is no need to make your time spent anything more than that.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Good advice for life in general. Speaking of life, what do you like to do in your spare time besides occasional frequent the forum?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I go to school, work, keep up on current events, keep up on current card game stuff, hang with friends, watch anime, read manga, and then I come here or goof off online. At the time of doing this interview I [/background][/size][/font][/color][i]should[/i][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] be studying for finals, but I'm too easily distracted.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I've always found it harder to study during the holiday season myself. Where do you hope to see yourself 5 years from now?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Took me a while to think of an answer for this one, seeing as I don't usually think ahead. I would hope to have completed my Bachelor's Degree and have decided if I'm going to go for a career or get my Master's. I'm not going to set any expectations for my marital status. Also, unless something drastic happens, I still see myself checking in on this place if time allows. (in case anybody was worried =P)[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Perhaps this interview give you a better insight to yourself along with the readers. Now, let's switch focus a bit. What are you looking forward to this holiday season?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Like everyone else, time off from school. Still need to get a tree and finish hanging Christmas lights. That is usually a fun thing to do with the family.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In my life as it is, I've gone through many "end of the world" scenarios, but none quite as famous as The Mayan Apocalypse. What is your opinion on the so-called "end"?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]lol...that is all.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]lol indeed. So, if you were on a deserted island with only 3 things, what would they be?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Under the assumption that this island has [/background][/size][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]year-round[/background][/size][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] fruit to eat; my swiss army knife, a big pot or jug to keep water in, and a lot of Penicillin. I think I wrote these same things in class a few years back.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]You mentioned earlier that you would like to get your Bachelor's Degree and perhaps your Master's Degree. What [/background][/size][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]career[/background][/size][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] path do you think you want to follow?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well my current major is for [/background][/size][/font][/color]Computer[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] Engineer and Electrical Engineering with a minor in Programming, so that opens a lot of paths. My dream job would be with NASA, because what they do is so inspiring. I have a few other ideas on career paths, but the sky really is the limit with my degrees in this day and age.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]If you had the chance to work for NASA, what exactly would you like to do there?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Based on the steadily decreasing funds they receive, probably whatever is available. Of course I would love being able to help design the rovers and shuttles, but there are a numerous amount of "small" projects that are very interesting to me. There is the IRIS program, the constant updates to the ISS, anything dealing with Mars, ect..[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, that's definitely one of the few times I have heard someone say they want to work for NASA without mentioning being an astronaut. An impressive dream to be sure. But, the sky isn't the limit with NASA...it's just the beginning. So, what made you decide that you'd like to work there?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I believe it all started when I took an elementary school field trip, to the Challenger Learning Center. It really got me interested in outer-space and that has stuck with me ever since. As my majors and minor reflect, I'm also interested in programming and robotics. Basically, it is just a combination of two of my interest.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Pretty soon we will be celebrating the end of yet another year, or at least by the American calendar we will. What do you remember most about 2012?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Probably the Presidential election and of course the multiple loldoomsday prophecies.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Alright then, and now for my final question. If you could say anything to the YCM community, what would it be?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It is great to know that this community will always be a part of me, and that I owe who I am today to the members that I interacted with. I guess I just want to say thanks for hanging out with a guy like me online. [/background][/size][/font][/color][s]Since I'm not running for CC mod I actually mean it![/s]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thank you very much for your participation, LZ. ^^[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #6: Fusion X. Denver (Interviewed by Caeda)][b]I suppose a good way to start is to ask how you found YCM and what got you interested initially?[/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]It all started when this man in a gorilla suit abducted me from my high school and was foiled by my good friend Cortez who realized I was late meeting him that day and had the police track my cell phone and caught the maniac.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]So I spent the night at his house and you see, he's a bit of a Sonic fanboy. So we were talking about Sonic and stuff when all of a sudden, I see a Sonic Yu-Gi-Oh! card on his laptop.[/size][/font][/color]
[font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3]So I was all like[/size][/color][/font]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Wait, context.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]See, Cortez and I had recently started getting back into YGO a little before then when we realized the other also had cards, so we both made decks and dueled whenever we saw each other (how I miss the simple days of Yu-Gi-Oh!). So when I saw this custom Yu-Gi-Oh! card, I was very much intrigued and asked him about it. And he told me he looked up "yugioh card maker" or whatever and he found this site called Yu-Gi-Oh! Cardmaker that let anyone make any Yu-Gi-Oh! cards of their choosing.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]So I became totally pumped over the prospect of making these Yu-Gi-Oh! cards and I spent over an hour making them when I got home.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]"These Naruto cards are the tits" I thought, as I let my imagination and fingers flow. Yes readers, this was my actual thought process back then and I was indeed a nerd who had nothing better to do in his freshman year of high school, but screw you, you're here too >3>[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]These are some of the first cards I made:[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][img]http://i.imgur.com/35zFl.jpg[/img][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][img]http://i.imgur.com/FCg4X.jpg[/img][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][img]http://i.imgur.com/cZDLk.jpg[/img][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Pinnacle of beauty, amirite[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]But yeah, I got really immersed into Pop Culture Cards. My first 800 posts or so were practically all in there, maybe a few in Contests. I saw cool Pokemon cards and stuff by people like BT or Deustodo and I hoped I could get such praise one day. But that's all I really did until I got this PM from a guy named pokemon440 (or something like that, his main name since then is Aa'une's Apprentice).[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]And that was what led me to the Akatsuki of YCM and in turn to some of my closest friends on here.[/size][/font][/color]




[b]You mentioned the Akatsuki of YCM, care to tell us what happened there that drove you to meet people who you would one day consider friends? Where there any particular occasions you remember?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]In case the reader hasn't figured it out yet, I'm kind of a blabbermouth, maybe take this chance to make a hot chocolate and come back.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I was kinda nervous about posting in there because the members seemed chummy with one another and they all had 3-4+ stars and here I was being a noob with just 2 stars (amazing how you obsessed over the stupid things back then...or maybe that was just me). But whenever a new Naruto chapter came out, I posted my thoughts and read what other people thought.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]The one person I remember being active at that starting point was Darklink401 (who everyone knows as DL), and I believe it was him who made me feel comfortable visiting there. He's a good guy who you can talk to about just about anything. Another kid I remember who was there from the very start was Dranzer; he was a crude loudmouth who swore a lot, but he was a cool guy to talk to. And he was only 11 at the time. And one other guy I knew was JK (known mostly as Sakura Haruno) who was probably the most polite and upstanding member I knew at the time. He ran Club Espeon for a while, but I think he's moved on to bigger things in his life and that's why you don't see him anymore.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I met so many other interesting people once I started coming out of my shell and going to other clubs. Not only did it give me an outlet to express my thoughts and share what happened during my day without ridicule, but it also taught me forum etiquette. Stuff like typing with grammar (i litraly typd like i was on aim all teh time and i remember black telling me he cudnt stand reading my poasts when he 1st met me), what constitutes as spam, being able to carry out different types of discussions, stuff like that.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=[/size][/font][/color][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][b]I'll share a few stories, but I don't want to bog the interview down any more than I already am in case people get bored, haha[/b][/size][/font][/color][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]]Note: Expect lots of newbness[/size][/font][/color]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]One day we were posting in Akatsuki as usual when all of a sudden Phantom Roxas applied.
Like oh my god.
Phantom Roxas was joining our club!
To say we were enthused is putting it lightly.
Hell, even Ninjew, a guy who was usually laid-back and chill, he was like "Wow, a Super Mod in our midst" and after 4-5 posts of that, Roxas was just like "Um, I'm just a normal guy you know..."
One post after that and we didn't see him again until well over a year later.

Another day, the Akatsuki leaders (DL, El Make and I) had a daylong fight over whether our rank should be called the Shinto 3, the Sannin, or some other 3rd thing.
This was a full day and the entire club got split over the issue.
Back then, whenever we had "club business" to go over, we went all like "Guys seriously, this is serious business, meeting time, let's get serious, okay come on." and only people with a Jonin rank or higher could post and decide in what was going on.
And what's crazier is at one point, we only let Level 4 (maybe 3) or higher members join to keep the noobs out from cramping our style.

Ninjew's girlfriend joined the forum for a short period of time and I didn't want her joining as an exception to the Level 4 rule and he wore us down until we caved in.

Club rules are the stupidest thing, honestly. Just go by common rules: don't spam, and be amiable/accepting. No need for ranks or any of that other business bullish*t.

One more: there was this one day where a guy named Nathren, a longtime veteran in Chibi Knights, brought his friend Resona from another site about some online game. They were friendly enough, but then we had 3-5 other new members join a day later and apparently they were all friends of Nathren's and Resona's that just so happened to live together.
DL got along with them though, and these members pretty much spammed the club up and talked with one another there for a good week or so. I sh*t you not, we gained a 100 pages of posts when they were here, maybe even more. It's no wonder Mihail wanted to get rid of post count in clubs.
At one point, they were saying they'd bring their friends from the site they were from to come chill in Chibi Knights.
Apparently there were, what, 80 of them?
I remember Black, Creator and I were acting like this the whole week.
But they never came and soon those guys all disappeared, never to be heard from again. Apparently Resona got kidnapped by the mafia or something, hope she's doing alright.
Moral of the story: Thank God there's an Opal now. And Mugen.[/spoiler]
But yeah, Clubs was what cemented me into the community here and why I can't leave despite the numerous occasions where I've tried to.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]You should join clubs, guys. Best way to make friends after the Status bar.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Wow, after that story I'm almost afraid to ask anything else! Since I feel as though it's appropriate to ask, have you always been so vocal? You seem to enjoy telling stories quite a bit![/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I'm going to be one of those grandpas that sits their grandkids on his knee to tell a story and from there it'll be a race to see who falls asleep first.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]But uh, yeah, I guess I can talk a lot when it's something I can relate to.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Bring up anime, you'll have to fight to get a word in.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Bring up politics, I'll basically keep nodding my head and going, "Uh huh, yuh, so true".[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]And if a pretty girl talks to me[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][img]http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp24aijnGP1qlconpo12_r1_250.gif[/img][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]It's definitely easier to give an opinion on the internet, though. I remember this one English discussion where we were talking about this short story called "The Hunger Artist" and I felt tempted to speak about how the dude was actually a victim of the cruelest punishment of all: being ignored. But I felt if I opened my mouth, I might make it seem obvious that I had personal feelings on the subject and kept my mouth shut.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]That's what I hate more than anything, being ignored. I know it can't be helped sometimes and even I'll end up ignoring people depending on the circumstances, but it's a pretty crummy feeling. I remember saying hi to four different people during dinner that I'm kinda sorta friends with (definitely acquaintances at least) and they acted like they didn't see or hear me.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Course it's just possible they actually didn't notice me, but still. I always make sure to say hi back to people and whenever someone new comes into a club or thread, I'll try integrating them into the conversation because I remember having trouble getting comfortable to speak my mind and I want them to have as little difficulty as possible.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Being ignored is a terrible feeling, I can testify to that. Now, let's move ahead a little! Most people who know you view you as a talented writer. What drove you into writing? Do you truly enjoy it or is it just a way to pass the time?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Well[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I dunno if I'm that good a writer. People like Matt, Umbra, Rinne, Neo, DL, those guys are good writers.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]If anything, I'd say I have a knack for storytelling. Even when I made up the story of Trio of DEF as I went along each chapter, I think I managed to tie everything together decently enough by the story's end. [/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]And dialogue, not the best, but I'm actually a little proud of some of the interesting convos and zingy one-liners I had in some of my one-shots (reread them recently). Makes me wonder if I should go for working in television someday.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Didn't mean to sound like I was bragging there, but hey, modesty needs moderation too =P[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I've liked writing since I was a kid. Back in 4th grade, I had fun writing this short story about my class getting superpowers and of course everyone liked that one the best because they were all in it >3>[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]But I wrote a sequel to it, and my teacher actually submitted our stories to this website called "I Wrote That!" and they picked my story and one other out of the 10 to be posted on their website. You could actually probably find it if you Googled it, but it'd have my real name on it, so I won't link it.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]And even before that, I wrote a DBZ fanfic in 2nd grade (boy was I obsessed) and sold it at recess. Made a cool 20 cents before one of my two customers chased me demanding his money back.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]As for Trio of DEF, the reason I wrote that is because back in late 2010, I had a major bromance going on with DL and El Make and a joke was made that there should be a show about us.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]And believe it or not, DL said that he thought he'd get to making a fic about something like that one day. But he already had his own Naruto fic going on at the time among other things, so I kinda just gave in to temptation, went ahead and did it.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]He was cool with it though, and the story gradually evolved from the three of us and the rest of Akatsuki in general shenanigans to this war/post-apocalyptic-but-not-really world with action and shizz.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I had lots of fun writing it though. When I get excited about a story, I'll have fun writing it. But if it's something for English class like an essay or a story with guidelines, it's kinda hard to muster the same motivation >>[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Writing can be hard to get into for a lot of people, especially people like me. Do you have any tips for us on good ways to get the writing process going, or do you just sit down and start typing?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]What worked for me is making up characters before attending to the rest of the story, more so with a Naruto fic I started a little while ago rather than DEF since that had YCM members to work with, and for that story I just sat down and started typing. Other than that, I'd just say think of what the point of your story is. Why's it matter, what's it teach you, what themes do you want to show, stuff like that. Otherwise, just start typing and work off of feedback.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]To be honest though, I haven't written anything in a while, life's gotten way too busy with my first semester at college.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Interesting tips, I know I'll keep them in mind! Since you've been busy, have you wished you had time to write, or having you been enjoying your time at a collage a bit much to do that?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Sure I miss writing sometimes, I've actually felt those vibes a little more often than I have, but college has been a lot of fun.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I gotta say, college is way better than high school ever was. The freedom, the independence, the people you meet, it's all so interesting! If I had one complaint, it's that it always seems like I have something to do for someone, but overall it's such a good time.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I'm even liking the extracurricular stuff and I hated doing that in high school. Right now I'm looking to start a radio show at the start of next semester with my friend where we highlight some upcoming artists we really like amongst the Music Team's selection (which I also work for) and try to get their names up there. My dad actually did something similar with his career, so I guess you could say that has something to do with me wanting to try it out. [/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I wouldn't go into working for the music industry now though, it's nowhere near as prosperous as it was a few decades ago. Internet and iPod'll do that.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]But otherwise, I'm also part of our broadcasting television network and throughout the semester I've been learning how to film and work equipment and stuff alongside other freshman through this variety show we all have to do to learn the ropes and such.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Next semester I'm hoping to tackle other projects since the variety show thing kinda sucked, but even then I had fun.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I doubt I'd be able to do this soon, but I'd love doing my own show. Just need an idea...and a premise...and a crew.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Come back to me in a year or two, maybe I'll have a better idea then.[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]And at the risk of losing masculinity points, I'll mention that I took some ballroom dancing lessons for a few weeks here and there.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]I can rumba, waltz, samba and tango now =P[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Another thing about college is you really grow into yourself. I mean, I can still end up acting a bit socially awkward at some points, but overall I've gained a lot of confidence and I'm definitely feeling a lot happier with my life overall than my last few years at high school were.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Well, it's great to hear you've been enjoying your time at collage Fusion. Now, I think we should cover a certain topic that I THINK you might have been dreading, Trio of DEF. You told us about why you started writing it, but what led to the Life Takeover plotline after the relatively light beginning?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Honestly, it was a whim that popped right into my head before I wrote the chapter. I was always planning some sort of gang war with the Inactive and I was gonna have Akatsuki and FTK be rival factions that often butted heads while they both had the same goal.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Then I thought why not bring the whole world in on it and I was like, "This could be fun."[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Are there anythings in particular you wish you had done different in the plot of DEF, or do you feel it turned out as well as it could have?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Plotwise? Probably just make things more realistic and cut down on some of the fights that dragged the pacing.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Overall, do you feel like you did a good job with the story, or do you feel that you could do much better?[/b]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Sure, I could definitely do better. I had too big a cast and planning out everything would make story threads better organized than writing the story chapter by chapter.[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]All things considered though, I think it turned out okay, just about everyone seemed pretty satisfied when all was said and done.[/size][/font][/color]


[b]Well, before we end this off, do you have anything to say to YCM Fusion? If not, just say the most random thing you can think of.[/b]

[color=#00FF00][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][s]Fartknocker[/s][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Thanks for your time, everybody. Hope you all understand me a little better and I look forward to learning more about the rest of you![/size][/font][/color]

[b]Interviewer's Note: Should've tried to get Fuse to dance for the readers. Missed a good chance there.[/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #7: Maxxion (Interviewed by Wynn)][b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Please introduce yourself for the readers.[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hi, my name is Maxxion. I attend college full-time for [/background][/size][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]electronics[/background][/size][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] and medical technology repair, and in my free time I read fantasy books and play card games. I also enjoy karate, which I had done for six years before my disability but I sincerely hope I can return to it someday. I love musicals, Hayao Miyazaki movies, and all manner of video games.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So, are you looking to go into a medical field?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In a sense, yes, my career goal is medical-oriented. However, it is more of the technical side, working in hospitals to repair and maintain the machinery such as patient monitors, ECG machines, and imaging devices.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]You mentioned a disability earlier. What happened? Did it have any bearing on your decision to pursue a career in medicinal technology repair?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]When I was in high school, I developed an un-named disability with my back that prevented me from pursuing my passion in karate. At the time I didn't have any real ambition beyond graduation, but as my back deteriorated over the years I came to realize that I wanted to help people so that others wouldn't have to suffer, as I do. The biomedical technician field allows me to combine my love of electronics and my want to help people, which I feel is a very satisfying path I have set for myself.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I hope things work out for you then. So, where do you see yourself 5 years from now?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In five years, I hope to be working happily in a hospital repairing equipment, settled in a nice cozy home with my wonderful girlfriend.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So, how did you find out about YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I believe, after years of playing Yu-Gi-Oh, I had just decided to simply try and make my own, so I Googled "how to make your own Yu-Gi-Oh cards", and it led me here. My first two sets were based on old video games form my childhood, something I wanted to do for a long time.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So pretty much the "Google led me here story", eh? I can relate to that. So, how do you feel that the YCM community has affected you?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]YCM, in my experience, has had a lot of ups and downs. To put it succinctly, it re-opened my eyes to how people really are when the anonymity of a computer is present, and I'll leave it at that.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Ahh, the wonderful world wide web. Now, for the reverse, how do you think you have affected the YCM community?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Interpersonal interactions aside, I like to think I offer well-thought and constructive criticism to fledgeling cardmakers, since I know firsthand how hard it can be to get good reviews on your art.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Speaking of fledgling cardmakers, if you could give any advice to them, what would it be?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]My best advice would be to don't give up, even if it doesn't seem like anyone is paying attention, there are cetainly those out there who will appreciate your work.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]If you could be the mod of any 1 section of YCM, what would it be and why?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]If I could moderate any section, it would have to be Custom Cards. It feels as if all of the importance is put onto Realistic Cards, so artists like me who post in Written and Pop Culture don't get a lot of love, so to speak. Even if you may not know where a set of PC cards are from, the point is to rate on design, and if you need to ASK! It never hurts to learn about something new.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]One of the reasons I like doing these interviews is because I always learn something new. So, it has been quite the year thus far. What do you remember most about 2012?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]The most memorable thing that I can think of is the election. With all of the controversy surrounding the candidates, along with the philosophy of "the President is going to be the shiniest of two turds", it was certainly one that will stick in people's minds.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]What do you like to do in your spare time besides YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Video games. Lots and lots of video games.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]If you were stranded on a deserted island with only 3 things, what would they be and why?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]A stretch of fabric, to double as both shelter and a bed/blanket, oddly enough a piece of plastic-wrap, which can be use to collect condensated water for drinking, and a knife, to make tools necessary for survival.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Sounds very Bear Grylls to me. So, if you had the chance to do one thing over again in your life, would you do it? What would it be? Why?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I honestly cannot think of anything I would want to re-do, because the specific set of circumstances that have happened in my past have brought me to be who I am, and where I am. And I think where and who I am are pretty darn great.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Quite impressive. Is there anything else on YCM that you'd like to do (or learn how to do) aside from creating cards?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]At some point I would like to write my own fanfiction, something I haven't done in a rather long time. Yu-Gi-Oh just seems a particularly hard one to write an engaging story for without excessive descriptions of card games.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]And now, the final question. If you could say anything to the YCM community, what would it be?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Keep doing what you all do and don't take candy from strange men. And in case I don't see ya, good afternoon, good evening, and good luck.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thank you very much for your participation, Maxxion. ^^[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #8: Hina~ (Interviewed by Broken) (rated PG-13 for some rather risque scenes)][b][color=#5A5A5A][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Welcome ladies and gentlemen to, wait for it, [/background][/color][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size][/background][/font][/color][/b]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]I am the Snow Miser, and today we have here in the studio one Hina-chan, better known as Alice. Glad to have you here.[/size][/background][/size][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]*Blankly stares at the camera and then at Broken, double taking to the camera again, turning my whole body instead of just my face.*[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It's a very mixed feeling for me because of the negative reviews I've gotten from you, but it still feels exciting because we're going to go through so much tomfoolery.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So I'm glad to have you here today.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Good good, now then, let's start with some simple questioning. Well, this isn't honestly a question... hmmm. So, please, would you kindly tell our viewers a little about yourself, or a lot. Whatever floats your boat.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Online, while it wasn't the question, I'll mention how I stumbled upon this site, as well. I joined this site in 2010, as my profile says, because I was interested in Yu-Gi-Oh! with several friends from school at the time. Only one of those friends made an account but stayed in the card maker, never looking away from it while making overpowered cards as he had little grasp of the metagame at the time. I, considering I was already fond of joining forums, checked to see if the forum here was active. I was actually more active in the RP section before anything else, but my interest fell a few months after while I was still Borealis and only spoke to one person. Now I'm probably more known as Kitty's plaything, considering what she does to me in status updates, but that's mostly in the status bar. There's also being manipulative and selfish, which more than one person has told me they think of me.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I also enjoy harassing DL on Skype quite a bit, even though I'm actually a very introverted person.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Offline, as my profile states, I'm seventeen and studying Law in college, which I actually do enjoy much more than the incredibly culturally biased classes of high school and everything before it. I tend to spend most of my time alone reading on psychopathology, Pokemon's metagame, watching anime, playing various video games, talking on Skype/MSN or just following my brother around, since he's incredibly entertaining and I'm fond of him. The list of anime I've seen is actually on my profile, too. The games and series I enjoy the most in general are Pokemon, Kirby, Legend of Zelda, Tales, Final Fantasy, Fire Emblem, BlazBlue, Paper Mario, Kingdom Hearts, Digimon and Soulcalibur, of my immediate memory. Pokemon, Digimon, Kirby and Tales particularly above by far besides the other series. Not only because of X4B the Guardian, in Digimon's case.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Besides video games and anime, I enjoy listening to music. Mostly gothic lolita or visual kei bands like Asriel and Yousei Teikoku for the last four or so years on the gothic lolita side where Malice Mizer, Alice Nine and Versailles are my favorite in visual kei, though for not as long a time. My favorite song overall is Kyomu no Naka de no Yuugi by Malice Mizer, though I'm not exactly sure if the genre is a niche.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I also have to mention my love for you, dear interviewer. I'm actually honored to have such a ravishing gentleman as yourself questioning me like this, even though I allowed you to go off and interview somebody you like better. You are precious to me and I will continue to cherish every moment we spend together from your attacks of my intelligence to the intimate bonding we're experiencing together as I type this and think of all our times together. I will never forget you and I love you.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Yes, well, you're looking quite erotic yourself, even though you just made half of these cue cards worthless *tosses whole stack behind chair* Guess we'll just have to punch it up on the fly. Though, I will say that 17 and in law-school, very impressive.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Hmm, ah. There has/had been a lot of talk about the Alice for mod fiasco some months back; with a few accusations that you were leading those people on. Do you confirm or deny these accusations?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thank you very much. <3 I try very hard to please your discerning eye, dear Broken. I'll be sure to pick those up on the way out for you, so don't bother with them. Thank you for the good words, though. I appreciate them.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In terms of the Hina for mod incident a while ago, that ended up attracting much more attention than I thought it would while it was growing. I didn't expect Dementuo and Raine to make those topics advocating my promotion, though it certainly was interesting how the forum managed to have such commotion based around me. Then there were many problems with somebody who wanted a bit of attention and I had to stop in the sake of stopping the fury that person seeped. Otherwise, it probably would have continued for quite a while.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]About leading people on, I sincerely do not believe I consciously manipulated anybody. I don't very much care for what anybody else thought of my methods, but, until then, I had no idea people on YCM considered directly asking "would you support me?" as manipulation when the person in question knew as much information about the situation as I did, which is clear denial of what happened. I'm wondering exactly how the general consensus of me has changed due to that, but it's fine whether or not it rushed to the sky or fell into the ground as coldly as Kakashi on a bad day. Because of the confusion I underwent during that time, (many words were twisted to make a dysphemism out of me and certain people spread a ton of slander) I can't be sure of what anybody's opinion on my potential as a position of power is unless your username is Kitty.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Whether or not I ever do reach that position, I'm fine with Alfred as a moderator, of course, He's actually rather dashing, too. Nothing like you, of course. Nobody could even begin to conceive a world where your attractiveness can be equaled.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][font=georgia, serif]Miss Alice, I do believe you are seducing me. Though, considering Raine WAS indeed involved, getting blown out of proportion is a very likely occurence; something he would no doubt admit. [/font][/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][font=georgia, serif]Of course, you have somewhat contradicted yourself, via a vis the whole Striker-manipulation you freely admitted to. Or was that a mere frabrication?[/font][/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Is that referring to a few weeks ago or during the moderator incident?[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][font=georgia, serif]A few weeks ago. In fact, you were quite sinister when talking about it[/font][/background][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)].[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Oh, I remember that. Striker said I was manipulating his emotions because I refused to talk to him, sort of like what Desperado said was a good idea when I suggested "block him." For some time, I would talk to Striker once in a while if I wasn't busy or exasperated and he'd feel as if we were getting closer. I never felt very close myself to him, but as I was willing to listen to how he felt on occasion, he probably started believing I was convicted to helping him or that I had his trust, both of which I wasn't notified. The latter I may have been, but I had enough work for college around that time that what happened on YCM or Skype were unimportant in comparison. Because he felt as though he could confide in me and that I supposedly was obligated to consistently listen, he may have felt as though I just manipulated him and his feelings. The reality is that, assuming I did, I would gain utterly nothing for doing so. Why, if I wanted to manipulate somebody's feelings and then hurt them, I'd tell N he was the epitome of English as a whole. Or that Machismo was more rugged and American than anybody else in the country. I had simply become a bit tired of receiving five to ten messages in a few hours asking me to talk almost every day several times. I certainly am not much of a conversationalist, as you can tell, of course.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I also want to tell Phantom Roxas that he's as cute as a chibi Gallantmon.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Yes, he does get a bit overbearing with his constant 'woe as me' attitude doesn't he? [/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]But, I think now it be best to pull the topic away from such things. I've noticed that you have an, *coughs* extensive library of anime and other media in your profile. In your own opinion, what do you feel is your most favourite of anime? And, what part of it do you like the most? Be it: characters, story, music, etc.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]He certainly can get overbearing, but I'm sure you're right that we should pull away. Golly, Broken, you're so smart and knowledgeable. You probably even passed people like Dark. You're so amazing.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In terms of anime, I do have a rather expansive list of anime. Anybody who knows me well enough would know my favorite anime is on the list is Gosick. It's about a Japanese boy who is a transfer student at a school in a fictional French country. He meets a girl named Victorique de Blois, ergo an old username of mine, and they solve mysteries in an Edwardian time. It feels more Victorian, though. There certainly is character development and a notable level of drama, mixed with rather dark undertones, like rape or African slave trade for sugar and the generally macabre sensation of a Victorian environment. Violence, while limited, is existent and tends to be pulled off rather well. Specifically the first and last fights, as there were not many in between, if any. And Victorique, being the most important character, deserves another mention. I love her outfit, especially, but I usually just die that way she dresses. Precisely gothic lolita, rather than kuro lolita. If anybody every decides to watch it, take note the opening is riddled with symbolism, so it's interesting to watch more and understand the opening as you continue. I started watching the anime as a recommendation from Clair, as she kept telling me I was exactly like Victorique. It certainly was worth watching.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Music does not go to Gosick at all. For music, I would rather mention Digimon with X4B the Guardian, Gurren Lagann with the only rap song I like, though it's a bit of a meme, Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica also had fantastic music. Connect by ClariS and Kalafina's Magia are some of my favorite songs outside of Malice Mizer. My Soul, Your Beats as an obvious choice, considering I actually know the full lyrics and learned then rather quickly. As odd as it is, Code Geass and 11 Eyes both had very superior music overall. Code Geass' openings, Colors and World End against 11 Eyes' Arrival of Tears by Ayane and Sequentia by Asriel. I can say much more, of course, but it'd be better to get onto something you'd rather hear. <3[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][font=georgia, serif]It's not shameful to learn songs off by heart, even from an anime or a game *Looks away subtley*[/font][/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][font=georgia, serif]I've noticed, and by noticed, I mean like a train crash notice, which is of course, very, very, VERY hard to not notice that you tend to be quite flirtatious. This is a bit of a call back to a prior question I've asked in a ways, as you do have quite an extensive entourage, including many figures such as Kitty, Raine, Dementuo and others. Do you always have a tendency to use your charms to woo people? Or, say, use them for more sinister goals?[/font][/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]*Looks away as well, throwing a snowball at the back of your head.* I do it all the time. I mean remembering lyrics to songs. I've been trying Kumikyoku Nico Nico Douga, for the most part. Maybe Fukkireta for fun. We'll see if I can sing for ten hours in a row.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]That word reminds me of Cleopatra because of what she did to Julius Caesar to deter him from eliminating Egypt. She fully seduced him and had sex with him. The word I was referring to was "flirtatious." In terms of Raine, as of late, my playful interactions with him are merely that. And Kitty is the one flirting with me. She can easily beat me up if I resist, but she knows I wouldn't. I also do not remember fully flirting with Dementuo, if I ever had. The last time I spoke to him, we only had a casual conversation, though he did mention delight in my personality. In terms of the question itself, I'm surprised it looks like I have much charm, really. I didn't come across to myself as skills at seduction, but I can easily get people to my side through other means. Being flirtatious is for play now, though Kitty will eventually make it much more than that, surely. I also actually love flirting around like I usually do with certain people in specific because I love their unorthodox reactions to situations and find an interest in how they would react to odd behaviors. An example of this is flirting with Fusion (the biggest and hottest damn stud on YCM) or treating people everybody else hates for their idiocy as if they were formidable. It's like making a comment on Herman's profile and trying to flirt just to see how he would react. But that makes your question valid on one part. I have used this quality you state I have to mess around with people for entertainment and make them think I'm on their side if they're a fr00b being attacked by everybody and their mother. It's all in fun, though. [/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Don't worry, Broken, I haven't flirted with you at all! You're genuinely attractive and wonderful! Oh, I could never be mad at you! You're making me think of Armz, wh-[/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]*Punches Armz.*[/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Who was looking forward to reading your first interview very much! I'm glad I could punch him and make him feel involved! He is a part of all our lives and we all love him! Sisters 4ever Armz![/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]My, my, Broken. Sinister goals? Am I the main antagonist of YCM or something to the people without knowing it? [/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]No, I just enjoy conspiracy theories, they are quite amsuing, especially when you make one as a joke; as usually, you just make it more and more outrageous; also, good luck with the Kumikyoku. Though, I should add that charm isn't always sexual, it's merely a part of a personality that draws people to it, like PewDiePie; no one knows how exactly he's funny, but people are just drawn to him.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Though, continuing on from your statement, do you always tend to mess about with people with your charm, or do you have more deep rooted relations with certain members of YCM?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Of course I talk to people more than just charming them on YCM then never talking to them again. I've been talking to Miror since late 2010. He always helped me make decks around the time Blackwings still existed. We still talk every few days. DL, who was one of my first friends, if not the first, has kept contact with me since 2010 and we've been speaking often since then. We spoke today, yesterday and two days before that. I certainly talk to Rapid, Kakashi and Maxxion enough, too. I usually speak to each of them every other day to every day for the last several weeks, and I don't plan on stopping unless they do. The oddest case is with Lunar, because we would talk quite a bit for a period, completely stop for a bit then restart then stop. It would keep repeating, though I can probably not count how many times we stopped and restarted talking. I've had Burnpsy, Icy and Marisa in whatever IM I was using the most as soon as possible for over a year each, and I speak to each of them whenever I could. I recently got Dwarven King *Waves at Dwarven King* and Matt to Skype, and I talk to them every day. There shouldn't be a reason to stop. I also talk to Alfred absolutely as much as possible and used to talk to Yankee, Alfonso and Raine a lot more, but those went to a halt. I'm not sure where they'll go, because I actually have been talking to Alfonso for quite a long time and now I usually ask him how he's doing just to be sure once in a while. About your question, people tend to have the misconception I can't hold a friendship or any sort of relationship without crushing it in favor of personal advancement, but I've specifically been sure not to simply abandon people. People already think Hina is a sociopath.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]That they do, now then, I reckon a couple more questions should tie things together nicely. Now, let's see, ah, what is your personal opinion on the CC Mod election currently going on now, and, who do you feel is most deserving of the position? Do note that bias and favourtism are allowed in your statement, as that is how the election will basically go down.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Sorry. I just have an exam and an in-class essay I really have to study for tomorrow. I'll be able to answer almost absolutely freely after them, since this is the last week of the [/background][/size][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]semester[/background][/size][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)].[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]As you are, I can wait. [/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Meanwhile viewers, you can go on youtube and watch some commercials, especially japanese ones, as they are really freakin weird.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Are you sure you don't mind? I'm hoping there's no pressure on you to give an interview or anything to stress you.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It's fine, people don't mind waiting.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]If you say so, then.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKKT7zE_0Zg"][size=6][font=courier new,courier,monospace]-Commercial Break-[/font][/size][/url]



[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I'm not really paying attention to the election going on, despite the magnitude of the event. It's almost certainly because of lethargy and the section in question. I'd be much more inclined to look at an election for Multimedia in terms of personal interest, but I have been verifying how other people have been behaving about it. It's almost like a target audience of YCM is being put through a question of YCM-related philosophy. So much only the magnitude of Halubaris' hatred of Icy or Kakashi's intention of not hearing your sob story's power can rival it. Most people seem (KAKASHI IS KAWAII) to see it as a popularity contest, though, as you mentioned, which is what any election is.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In terms of personal preference, I can only look at your signature and deny the existence of any other entity besides Agro's occasional circular logic. Not only do you have the most dashing man of any I've ever seen for an avatar, but you're explicitly asking for support. You are an admirably assertive and courageous fellow. You're like a more powerful Dante with a more attractive avatar.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I don't really know who I'd support the most, though. I don't care much for that election nor whoever wins from it and my vote will be wholly biased and illogical otherwise, because Alfred would accept that, referring to his line on a Zimbabwean election YCM originally had not being an official election at the Desperado-esque Hatcher.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Honestly, I don't find Icy all that bad a person, having had the joys of talking him. Though, I do get a, 'me me me' vibe from him, but, that could just be me. I can understand your indifference to the CC Election of course, as a lot of people care little for threads they do not visit. But, glad to see support in how the election is and will be based on popularity. Though I'm sure you'll vote for who you feel is right in any case.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Though tell me, do you have aspirations beyond a law degree? Such as, perhaps, an art? Like music for example.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Oh, no. I don't hate Joshua whatsoever. I've actually been talking to him for a long time quite frequently. Certainly over a year. Halubaris hates him, but I love him, in contrast. He has helped me with many problems over IM, though he has become more of a cynic lately and wants the least stress to deal with, so I go to alternatives if there are any problems. I'd probably be dead right now if I hadn't met him. In terms of alternatives if I can't talk to Icy, maybe Maxxion or something. He's actually not too bad at talking to about problems.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I certainly do have aspirations beyond law. One isn't an aspiration as much as a suggestion. That's about going into literature on the side or in place of law in case I don't want it anymore. My current sociology teacher and last English teacher were both very supportive of the idea of my deciding to go into literature, though I've never seen myself as so eloquent, whether or not another insists it. Anyway, I'll probably take it into consideration after I have less to deal with in a few years. I actually have quite some experience in spriting (more so than graphics as a whole), though I never actually came out to YCM about it. I thought it would be interesting to create something out of that. Perhaps even the piano, as I know how to play it well enough. It essentially means I have no immediate idea but am intending to use the various abilities I've learned to some sort of goal or aspiration, whatever it may be. I actually always wanted to learn how to play the harp, and that's because Oracle of Ages, which is probably my favorite game of its generation, had a storyline built around the harp. Seeing how heavily the game integrated itself into my life at the time, the harp became my favorite instrument. My brother plays the drums, so neither piano nor harp expertise would go very well without some creativity.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]I wasn't implying that you hated Icy, far from it. It's just hard not to notice the animosity some people have for him. And, to tell ya the truth, the piano would be my first choice of an instrument, the second would be the violin. I just adore the mournful tune the violin produces.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]But, speaking of literature, I have spoken to many people, and many of them aspire to write a novel. Maybe just one, or many. Which always has me thinking about how people truly desire to leave a mark on humanity, to be remembered. Do you feel it more important to be remembered by humanity for one thing? Or to be remembered by those closest to you for the impact you've made on their lives?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I wanted to listen to classical music on the radio on rides to college, but my mother seems to have a thing against anything she can't fit into a stereotype. Otherwise I'd be able to identify much better with tunes the piano and violin create together. If you do enjoy then together, there's a certain channel on YouTube absolutely around such music, focusing on anime songs, to my delight. The violinist is absolutely amazing and plays very well. I've probably cried at some of the songs.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I can image what people think the answer of a nihilist would be to this question, and primarily those that magnify the importance of that quality of mine. While the importance of anything is fully subjective, I do not believe making an impact is important to life itself. To me, the only importance of life at all is to live it however one pleases, crafting their proper values and opinions their own way and allowing others the same opportunity without interfering them. As I received firsthand experience of somebody else forcing their values onto you out of belligerence and bigotry, I grew disgusted of forcing one's view(s) on others lest they demand it. In how that relates to being a nihilist, I believe that while there is no intrinsic value or meaning to life, any person can create their own significance of any entity. The period I last typed could sincerely mean the world to me if I really believed it. There is and never will be an inherent de facto of absolutely any degree of anything, whether or not it has empirical evidence.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Personally I feel you make meaning, as I don't believe life itself has any. But, it takes all sorts to make this world work, I guess that's why most of the cogs have stopped working. Also, I enjoyed listening to the classical music channel on the radio, sadly though, the place I moved too doesn't have one. Ho hum.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]But, on this note, I feel it best to close this interview off with one more question. If you had any choice of YCM member, what flavour would they be?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)](As a moderator or just their personality...?)[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]It's a joke question, not meant to make sense. It's commonly used in skit show interviews, such as sounding serious, then asking something silly like 'do puppies have christmas'. I guess it proved a little too confusing, but I digress.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Do you have anything else you wish to say to our viewers?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I feel that way, too. If it wasn't clear, I meant to say that while I don't believe there is any definite meaning, people can make their own meaning out of anything. The main point is that no person besides oneself can decide one's purpose, but that's just a reiteration of my last reply. Nobody can be absolutely nihilistic, either. Nihilism is not binary but scaled, because an absolute nihilist wouldn't even talk to you to tell you they were absolutely nihilistic.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]In terms of any last words, I want to mention several people in particular.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]You, Broken, for opening my eyes, being the most loving parent a child can ask for, always being there for me and dressing so nicely for this occasion. You truly are the best person I have ever had the fortune of meeting and I hope I can live in your basement someday. Thank you for being so wonderful.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Fusion, too. That horny frog, him. I just wanted to mention that I really like his personality and wish the best for that dirty-minded old man. But really, I hope I can get closer to him and would like to see him be more active within the community. I know he already is in relativity, but I enjoy seeing him. And hopefully he gets active on Skype if he can get either, because I'd love to talk to him there. Also his avatars and signatures.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Lunar wanting to be called a b****, so there. And a thanks for recommending Rammus, though I find Kha'Zix looks like a badass so I'll buy him when I can. Already got Rammus, though. Not sure if your team is bad when your Rammus has 22 of 32 of the team's kills, though.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I'm sure Dwarven King would appreciate a mention, since he seems to feel forgotten a lot. He's actually a better person than most who are more popular, so he deserves some sort of recognition. Delightfully open-minded, too.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I definitely have to talk about Alfred, since he has also helped me a lot. Whether or not he reads this, I'd like to say I appreciate our conversations very much and wish they were less sparse. Since my break started today, I have a month to continuously pester you. I'll be sure to do that as much as possible while discussing unorthodox topics. [/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]luv u afred bby <3[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Maxxion has also done quite a bit for me, despite knowing me for such a short amount of time. He initiates conversations with me more than anybody else, he's amazingly open-minded and doesn't seem as cold and hateful as other people when you talk to them about how you're feeling. Warmth is a very good trait, and I hope his situation with his family improves to the level of fabulous only Broken has reached this far.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I know I haven't spoken to Miranda much lately, but I appreciate her more than anybody else online, actually. She hasn't wavered from supporting me in the long while we've been talking, she's still a super kind and open-minded person, definitely intelligent and she helps a lot in more personal, emotional conversations. I think I've already told her I love her (platonically, of course), but I don't show enough appreciation to her sometimes. I also hope she ends up succeeding in whatever path she takes. Mostly the New York stuff, but you know.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][i]DL SUCKS[/i][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]And Daemon wants to marry me. Or we already have, but I couldn't tell yet. He's actually really sweet so I should kick myself for not trying to talk to him at all earlier. He also thinks I'm cute, oddly. I didn't think he would of most people, so that's why I'm mentioning it.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Alfonso deserves to be mentioned, too. Mostly because I used to look after him a bit then stopped, as I had quite a bit of stress to deal with myself. He's probably one of the nicest people I've ever met and I just love seeing him interact with other people. He has a really fun personality and I'm intending on talking to him to help him get out of a bad position. I'd hate to see him roughed up more than he needs to be. Thank your chest for taking the focus of anybody attracted to women with your avatar and turning them into horny zombies[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I actually really like DL. I don't mean it on a personal level when I say he sucks, but he does suck. You all know he does. But he's the first friend I have who I still talk to, beaten only by one person I spoke to for a few weeks when I first joined the site. Some people think he's a bad person, but he's actually fun to talk to unless you're a meanie like despradu. Also he has a thing for licking my cheek. It's actually pretty kawaii.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Roxas is actually an even more kawaii chibi Gallantmon. He doesn't get to be Crimson mode because he likes normal Gallantmon better. I'm thinking of calling him Takatomon just so he can feel like he really fused with Gallantmon, even though that makes me the Digimon half.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Tell Fusion I want his babies.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Okay, FU-SION! Alive wants your babies... I don't think he heard me, oh well. Thank you for being on the show Alice, you have been a charming and erudite guest. And for those viewers at home, I'll hope you join next time on, wait for it,[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4][size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size][/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4][size=6][size=4]Until next, have a pleasant say and lock your doors, Alice in on the loose.[/size][/size][/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4][size=6][size=4]*CLEAR! Drops smile*[/size][/size][/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4][size=6][size=4]Oh thank god. Still, I think I'm going to get my ass grated for a few of those remarks.[/size][/size][/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #9: Agro (Interviewed by Broken)][b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So, I was told that Caeda was interviewing you, but crapped out. Rather than get her pm to [/background][/size][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]continue[/background][/size][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] it, we're going fresh. Now Agro, I cordially invite you to take the guest seat on, wait for it,[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=6][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][font=georgia, serif]HEART BREAKERS![/font][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well this doesn't sound like it'll end well.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]But sure, go ahead.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]AAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL-RIGHTY viewers, it's time for another stirring episode of, wait for it,[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Today in the studio we have Agro, sometimes known by his monicker Dr. RED, on DN. Glad to have you on the show.[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Wellllll... Hi.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Good to be here. I think.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=1][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hmm, that's erudite.[/background][/size][/font][/color][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] Okay Agro, why don't you start about telling us a little/lot about yourself, [size=1]including when you touch yourself.[/size][/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well I'm Agro. I'm a college student. I've been on YCM for a little over a year. I spend a lot of time in TCG, Written Cards, Creative[/background][/size][/font][/color]Writing[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)], and General. I play video games, draw, and write, including 3 fics I have updating irregularly on here.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I, see. *Beat* Well then, next question. *Shuffles through cue cards* I saw you were one of the applicants for the CC Mod position, but then you dropped out during the Manifesto posting. Did you just get bored, or, were there other reasons?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I lost interest. I realized that if I wanted to be a mod, that I'd do better in another section. I just didn't have the energy nor patience to handle the CC, at least not at the moment. There seemed to be enough other good applicants for the position that will in all likelihood win the spot, so I'm satisfied enough. I suppose you could say I felt I only wanted to be mod to be a mod, and that wasn't enough of a reason to run for the spot. Especially not for CC.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Yes, that is indeed fairly true, though, you gotta admit that Raine makes for an amusing candidate, especially since Mihail took hir candidacy seriously, I digree mind.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I see you tend to be a regular of the TCG Section, what's your opinion on the people there? Do you feel that some of them take the game a little [i]too[/i] seriously?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Not any more, really. The majority of the people that I could say took it too seriously were either banned for being complete a******s or left of their own free will. Except for Byak, who shows up from time to time, but then again, sometimes I doubt he takes it THAT seriously.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Now while their departure probably improved the community in a sense that it's more welcoming, I wouldn't say the quality has improved. The majority of the people who took it too seriously still had good knowledge of the game. Without them being involved anymore a lot of the people that would normally be rebuked immediately and argued with got free range. Therefore, while their departure let the community improve, I wouldn't say that the community's skill levels were positively affected by the change.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Now don't take me wrong, I like a majority of the people in TCG. I just wouldn't take most of their advice as much as I would before.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I seem to recall Black going psycho mantis occasionally, oh well. So, since you don't visit TCG all that much, where is your major hangout now?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Oh no, I still spend the majority of my time in TCG. I just want to shift all that time to Creative Writing and General. Something I've been doing slowly, but haven't advanced far into.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Yes, I do recall proof reading your first chapter for that Digimon fic. So, going on a bit, are there any particular YCM members here you happen to have strong relations with? Or, dare I say, a relation... ship?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well I'd say my closest friends on YCM are Rapidfire~, Lunar (or whatever she goes by now), Larry and Mako, my PS3 buddies, Matt and Neo for writing and other such stuff, Striker on occasion, though the dude needs to give me his Skype at some point, Demmy, Raine, Zextra, Kyng Chaos Sonic, and Desu, if he'd get over himself.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Everyone else is more of acquaintance, though there are certainly more than a few I'd like to get to no better (and maybe a few I've forgotten to list previously).[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]And since you mentioned it, yes, I've had relationships with people on this site. But I'll leave knowledge of that to those that know about it.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][font=georgia, serif]Interesting *Writes something down on a notepad that was hidden in chair* [/font][/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Moving on now: People tend to know you quite a bit, do you feel yourself a popular member of this site? If so, any tips for other members to achieve such gratification.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Popular? I wonder if I'm rather walking a thin line between popularity and infamy. Just be active is all you really need. That and actually having a distinct personality. There's not much else to it, really. Everything else just comes with time. Just be yourself is all I can really say.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Hmmm, I see. *Scribbles something on notepad before flipping the page over, showing to the camera "Somebody PLEASE help me!"*[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Hmmm, you seem to be a bit of a good guy, are there ever times when you're, naaauuuuuggghhhhttttyyy?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Yes.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]*Smile drops* Right... you're really not getting into the spirit of this y'know? *Flips notepad, to reveal "He's murdering the joke, someone please stop him!"[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]I saw you made your own custom banlist a few weeks ago, what is your opinion on the 'Chance Format' that's been rolling around like a bad stink?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]My opinion? It kills a lot of decks, that's for sure. I learned that out the hard way. Some archetypes just can't be played with only 2 copies of each of their cards. It gives archetypes with an array of monsters, such as Mermails or Fire Fists, a complete advantage.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It's a nice thought to cut down on some of the s*** that goes on these days, but I prefer the real game nonetheless. (or, for selfishness sake, I'd definitely take my own banlist).[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hmm, what is your opinion on these new ZeXal archtypes that have been plaguing us? Inzektors, Wind-Ups etc, do you feel that they broke whatever delicate balance that 5Ds may have left us?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Yeah, it's almost like they're giving us a broken archetype per pack since Order of Chaos.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]ORCS: Wind-Ups & Inzektors[/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]GAOV: Hieratics[/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]REDU: Geargia[/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]ABYR: Merlanteans[/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]CBLZ: Fire Fists[/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]etc.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]The only thing is that there aren't many cards from each of those archetypes that are really an issue. And a few of them just break cards that were already poorly balanced before hand. The new FIRE cards abuse Rekindling. WATER abuses Salvage. Wind-Ups would be fairly alright [/background][/size][/font][/color]now[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] if we simply eliminate Magician. Inzektors: get rid of Hornet, Geargia: Geargiarmor, Fire Fists: Tenki and Chicken. Only Hieratics and Atlanteans can I truly suggest that perhaps, they are completely poor design. But even then, they're not that bad without Tefnuit, Dragoons, and Linde. (except Atlanteans, they still have issues)[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]The game isn't as balanced as certain times in 5Ds even after those changes, but it'd still be nice. I don't think it'll be fixed, though. Not soon, at least.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Well, not until next March at any rate. But, I do see why people complain about Linde so much. I mean, gets destroyed by any means and boom, Megalo out of there. You'd think the developers would look at those oversights, but then, we DO have Machina Fortress. Course, that's just power creep and BOY do we hate it.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]But, we're nearing the break now, so I'll have my next question back after a short message from our sponsors, the... Monarch... Assassination, Company?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[font=courier new,courier,monospace][url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbWAFu3H3rw&feature=youtu.be&t=21s"][size=7][color=#5A5A5A][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]-COMMERCIAL BREAK-[/background][/color][/size][/url][/font]


[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I'd like to note that I have absolutely no problem with Machine Fortress. And that Linde probably has better use going for Spike in most situations.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So what's for part 2?[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]And we're back. *Sighs* Remind me to find better sponsors next time, or at least less homicidal ones. If not someone's gonna get lynched.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]After some thought, do you feel that nostalgia should remain nostalgia, or do you feel reboots to older series are in order. And yes, this can refer to movies, games and ordinairy tv shows.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, it really depends on the reasons for rebooting something.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]As far as reasons go, I'd leave 2 as the best ones:[/background][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]1. To spread the nostalgia to a broader audience, get more people to know and like it (kinda like how everyone plays Pokémon). This is part of the reason that I don't mind Hollywood making Anime into live action movies. Since if they can actually do a good one, then more people will get into anime. Which is great, in my opinion, since anime like Cowboy Bebop, Evangelion, Code Geass, etc. deserve more attention by a broader audience than they currently have.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]2. To tell a new story. Take the new Spiderman movie. It was generally liked because it told a new story and was good in general. It was generally hated because it basically told a new story (and, probably more importantly, didn't give an expansion of viewership that #1 would make okay)[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So as long it's either telling a new story or giving a new experience, or is trying to find a broader fanbase, I'm fine with reboots.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]However, I should point out that even if your only going for #1, you still don't have to reboot. You can still just spread the fanbase by doing things to get more people to see or play something. And this can also help people to have nostalgic moments. (Game Grumps are a good thing for more than one reason, people)[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]*Is sitting upside on the chair* Wow, you even made that- Moving on.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Tell me something, out of of all the fine YCM broads on the site, who would you bone? Just off the top of your head. Btw, guys as well, if you happen to swing that way.[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I don't feel comfortable answering this question.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Of course you don't. I think it be best to wrap this up now,[/background][/font][/color][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=1][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] no use squeezing milk from a stone.[size=4] Okay, any departing words Agro?[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Yes. I lost the game. [/background][/size][/font][/color] ^_^

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]Well, that's just super, isn't it? To all you viewers at home, I am really, really, really, REALLY sorry. Catch you all next time on, wait for it,[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4][size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size][/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]*CLEAR!*[/size][/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=georgia, serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)][size=4]OH MY GOD YOU ARE SO BORING![/size][/background][/size][/font][/color][/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Interview #10: Champion Iris (Caeda) (Interviewed by Wynn)][b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Please introduce yourself for the readers.[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hey everyone! I'm Caeda / Kanade Otonashi / Kazooie / Nobody! If I had something to say about myself, this is where I would say it, but since I don't, next question please. :'D[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I'll stick to calling you Caeda lol. So, how did you find out about YCM?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]*Insert generic google-finding-ycm story here*[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Just add not having been on any forums and having some decent knowledge of the Yugioh meta before that and that's really my story.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]The only real big difference is that I knew my brother was a fairly respected member here, so I had an easier time settling in since I had someone to vouch for me. xD[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I should probably do away with that question or add it to another one, mostly because it's the same old story. But, my problems aside, what do you enjoy about YCM and what do you not enjoy?[/background][/size][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, I like... Um... SOMETHING.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif]][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]There are some people here I enjoy talking to, but honestly, nothing ever really stuck. I'm not active in Clubs, I don't make many cards, I barely post in TCG, heaven KNOWS I can't stick with an RP at all. I guess I just don't have anything in particular here. xD[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]And things I dislike? The attitude some people have, the idea that nostalgia is the best being so common, and just plain stupidity are my biggest problems with YCM.[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So basically you're an addict to this place like most of us. Well, nothing too wrong with that. So, aside from YCM, what do you like to do in your spare time?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I guess that's a fair way to put it, but that addiction is slowly dying down. Not near as active as I used to be.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, couple things, the first and foremost is spend time with Black. I'm never really happy unless I'm with him.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Second, I play video games. Minecraft, Pokemon, Mario, The Elder Scrolls, Portal, all kinds of things. I read too, but I've run out of things to read lately. xD[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Finally, I'm into competitive Pokemon, just don't really have anyone to play with, along with theory for Yugioh.[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Yeah, I know what you mean. When I'm active irl, I seem to lose my addiction to this place over time. Still, it is a nice place to visit. Now, w[/background][/font][/color][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]hat are you looking forward to this holiday season?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]The biggest thing I'm looking forward to is Christmas Break. I love to get out, and we hardly get any snow days here for the past few years. [/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Other then that, Paper Mario Sticker Star is out and I should be able to get it soon, so really looking forward to that.[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Since you said you were big into video games, what is your favorite video game or video game series and why? What do you think makes a video game "good"?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I don't really have a favorite game. I love Pokemon, especially Black /White 2, Minecraft, Mario games, The Elder Scrolls series, Fire Emblem, I can't even just limit myself to one series. xD[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]As for what makes a game good... It isn't just one factor. A lot of people say GAMEPLAY MATTERS MOST SCREW GRAPHICS. Then I see people go ALL THAT MATTERS IS HD GRAPHICS RETARDS.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It depresses me. I wouldn't want to play a game with great graphics if it was boring as s***, with no plot or character development. I wouldn't want to play a game with an amazing plot and a great gameplay idea if I can't tell what's going on because of graphics.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I like to have a good balance in my games. I guess that's why I adore Eternal Sonata or Minecraft.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Eternal Sonata was a great game with graphics, and while the gameplay wasn't SPECIAL, it was fun and had a few twists to it that I enjoyed.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Meanwhile, Minecraft is really kinda meh with it's base graphics, but I love how open ended it really is. I like having the options of what I can do.[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, when I first saw Minecraft, it reminded me of my childhood (I played a lot of 8-bit games). Speaking of which, what is a favorite memory of yours from when you were younger?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Honestly? I don't have a whole lot of younger good memories. Any good memories I can think of are from the last few years of my life. Hell, I don't remember most of my childhood.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I was a depressing child, I didn't go near people and I didn't talk much, and I still have a bit of that in me I guess. xD[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Um... The farthest back memory of mine that was actually good... Was when I moved to where I'm living now. It was about... ~5 years ago, so I wasn't much younger, but it's really nice to be away from what used to be my stepmother and biological dad.[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]But then you came here, you met the rest of us looney toons, and you started to break out of your shell. Or at least, I hope so. So, time for a bit of a philosophical question. If you had the chance to change something from your past, would you and why?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]There are some personal things I /would/ change, but... Black always tells me not to worry about that stuff. He says that if anything changed, it could easily mean I wouldn't have been with him, and... I wouldn't give him up for the world, so...[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Overall, at this point... No, I don't think I would change anything.[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, that could easily be true, but I probably shouldn't get into a debate over causes and effects. Something tells me most of the readers wouldn't enjoy my rants and lectures, especially if any of them find my interviews dry. ^^[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So, as we continue on our merry way, let me ask a question that has divided the country for a long time now. Is it soda or pop?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I grew up saying pop, I'll die saying pop![/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hallelujah, I'm a pop man myself. Mostly because I grew up that way. *high five*[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So, since this is an interview about you, and it gets boring if we don't learn anything new, what is a [/background][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]secret ambition[/background][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] that you have?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, I have a couple I guess. I would have loved to been a mod, but the job really isn't for me. Between being lazy and not actually being very active, I guess someone else would be better off with the job.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I've wanted to [/background][/font][/color][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#1e4371][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]win SOMETHING[/background][/color][/font][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)] during my time on YCM, but absolutely nothing has been won by me, so I kinda gave up on that. Losing too much sorta makes you decided to stop trying after a while. I learned my lesson there.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Other then that, there isn't much. xD[/background][/size][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Funny, those same reasons are why I didn't pursue a mod title myself. As for not winning anything, you did win an all expense paid trip to my interview booth for some question and answer session, so now you can say that you did win something. ^^[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]So, continuing along, who are the people you most respect, both irl and on YCM?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]It doesn't mean too much anymore, I gave up on winning anything. xD[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, on YCM, (active people) Arm is one of the first ones that comes to mind. He's hilarious and awesome almost 100% of the time.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)].Rai deserves a mention. He's a great guy who has an immense talent with what he does. I wish I had half the talent in anything that he has. I mean, I don't know if he would consider it a great work of his, but take a look at my signature. I can't help but think that tag is <3[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Hina too. She's had some tough times, and I respect her for how well she's handled them.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]BlindMonkey or whatever his name is now too. He's a bit like me, not too confident in himself, but he's a great guy and fun too.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I hate to say it, but I think Hatcher deserves some mention too. I'm not a big fan of her myself, but once she started doing things to improve the site, I can't hate her anymore.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Opal is nice too. She's done a great job with Clubs and her branching out with this YCM even thing she's doing was a cool idea.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]As for IRL... That's a lot harder. I can't think of any of the top of my head. xD[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Yes, the people who dabble in the graphic arts often impress me by their skill as well. But, part of the journey of life is finding out who you are and who you'd like to be. So, ideally speaking, who would you like to be?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Ideally? I would be more stable. I'm not really happy with myself at all. I don't really see any good in me. I don't have any special skills, I don't really do anything noticeable, I'm just there. It depresses me, and in a perfect world, I just wouldn't care I guess. xD[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, what do you feel is wrong with the person you are? You don't have to get too specific, since that's a little personal.[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well... I'm very easily upset and it takes so long for me to calm down after anything goes wrong. I guess I just feel like life doesn't want me going anywhere. Anytime I try to do anything, I usually end up failing and while it is disappointing, I don't really handle it well. I guess that's my problem, and really something I need to work on, but it's a bit tough. x-x[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]I think you would be amazed at how many people feel that way from time to time. I certainly know I have. And as tempted as I am to give advice, I have to remember that this is an interview and not Godwynn's Remedies for Broken Hearts and Empty Souls. So, along with the bad, you have to see the good. Where would you like to see yourself 5 years from now?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]5 years? With Black. I don't know specifics, I don't know where exactly, all I really know is in 5 years time, I want to be with him. ^^''[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, I wish you both the best in that. Long distance relationships are tough to begin with. So, now for a more modern question. What is your opinion of the supposed "apocalypse" that is quite near?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Well, that's kind of a split topic for me. Part of me is afraid of the end of the world and wants to avoid any discussion over it. The other part of me denies the thing will ever happen.[/background][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Overall, I think it's a bunch of bull. I don't see anything that directly supports it, and people have been preaching about the end of the world since, well... forever. I don't put much stock in it. When it happens, it happens, I can't stop it so I'm not gonna worry too much about it.[/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]And now we come to the final question. Is there anything you want to say to any of the denizens of YCM?[/background][/font][/color][/b]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Bye everyone, sorry the interview was boring! I'll try to be actually kinda interesting in the future if I can![/background][/font][/color]

[b][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][background=rgb(251, 253, 254)]Thanks very much Caeda. ^^[/background][/font][/color][/b][/spoiler]
[spoiler='Interview #11: Dwarven King (Interviewed by Fusion)'][color=#008000][b]Let's start off Wynn-style, tell YCM a little about the DK.[/b][/color]

A little bit about ol' DK, huh? Alright, I'll start off with some real life information. My real name is Brian, a simple name. I'm currently 19 years old and turn 20 next August on the 19th. As for height, I am a bit short. I stand at about 5'6", but only weigh just barely under 140lbs. I'm currently not in college due to finances being tight, but I do live in an apartment with my friend who I have known for about seven years now. We're currently looking for a third roommate as it's a three bedroom apartment. As for relationship status, I'm single. Have been for a little over two years now. I also enjoy playing Yu-Gi-Oh and play professionally.

Hmm...that's about all the generic real life things I can think of. But do feel free to ask more specific things. I'll try to be an open book! =D As for online me, well, most people know me already. But for those of you that don't, I'm the local Dwarf on YCM. My Dwarven Warhammer is the second strongest hammer on this site! The first being the Banhammer. :3

[color=#008000][b]Aha! That's where your name comes from, your height, amirite?
You sound like my short friend Tom, I like calling him a garden gnome, and he likes calling me a whiteass cracka.
Though I doubt you go crazy with the partying, smoking and drinking like he does.
ORR DO YOU?!
Tell me how you go about having a good time.[/b][/color]

Actually, my name comes form my love of Lord of the Ring and The Legend of Drizzt. Dwarfs being my favorite race due to Thorin, Gimli, and Bruenor.

As for what I do for a good time, I can tell you it's not drink and smoke. But I do have parties. Parties where lots of people come over and we have mini Yu-Gi-Oh tournaments, Halo Tournaments, Super Smash Bros. tournaments, etc. I also play a lot of video games and enjoys cooking. Plus, like I said, I play Yu-Gi-Oh professionally. Reading books and working on writing my book also finds a spot on my list of having a good time. ^^

Long story short, as long as I have something entertaining or I'm with friends, I usually have quite agood time.

[color=#008000][b]Dude, I really need to read the books so I can go see the movies like everyone else. Have you seen the Hobbit yet, heard it was pretty pro.

Those tourneys sound fun, I went to a Smash tourney myself at my school earlier this year and it was a great time, so I bet your friends are always having a blast at your place. Would you say that's your favorite game, or maybe Yu-Gi-Oh!?

And-
wait

YOU COOK?
What do you usually make? Best recipe?[/b][/color]

Yep! Saw the Hobbit opening night! It was freaking legit. Almost as good as the book itself. ^^

And yes, the tournaments are fun. But I only enjoy them when I'm with friends since I'm not the greatest at it. So I would have to say Yu-Gi-Oh is close to one of my favorite games. Constantly testing out new deck ideas at home and traveling to tournaments. Took a 14 hours drive to last year's US Nationals, and I have my invite for this year's US Nationals. But I would have to say that LOTR: Battle for Middle Earth II is by far the greatest game ever! It depresses me that they closed down the online servers for it though. .-.

As for cooking, yes I do. I've been creating delicious foods since I was 12. First few things I learned how to make were Pumpkin Pies, Apple Pies, and Banana Nut Bread. My grandma taught me. I also occasionally make Green Bean Tacos, which is something my stepdad taught me. But my best dish is a Chocolate Chip Amaretto Cheesecake that my grandpa taught me how to bake from scratch. I know it's hard to believe, but I can cook and I enjoy doing it. The looks on people's faces when I tell them this is priceless. xD

[color=#008000][b]Oh sh*t son, an invitation? I'm guessing you're good at the game, what decks do you usually run and is this your first tourney?
And how the hell did you get permission to drive 14 hours for a card game tourney, my parents said no when I wanted to go to a Pokemon convention in Texas >__>

Son.
I
LOVE
Pumpkin pie.
I'm astounded at your prowess sir, didn't even know green bean tacos were a thing.
You know, there'll be a girl/guy/whatever you're into that'll appreciate that some day.
If you don't mind me asking, how does the DK usually go about romance and such? Any advice for them lonely peeps like moi?[/b][/color]

Yep, an invitation. I've taken LIghtsworns, Ninja Lockdown, Chaos Stun, Mermanteans, etc. I used Wind-Ups with Soldier instead of Hunter on the first day of the current format to get my current invite. ^^ As for how I got to go, it's simple. I don't live with my parents. :3

And I'm glad you are astounded by my prowess. Hopefully it will be enough to impress the girl of my dreams. And yes, I am a hopeless romantic. .-.

As for advice, just be yourself! I have learned two very important things. The first is to never change who you are. If the person you are with should be willing to live with both your pros and your cons. So be yourself! And girls, the only thing a man should wanna change about you is your last name! ;D The second thing is to not rush it. I see a lot of people constantly looking around for someone to date. The moment the end a relationship, they just HAVE to find another one. I've also seen people, meet, date, and get engaged all in about two months. To me, that's rushing. Just take your time. Go out and meet people, yes. But don't just go up to random people and be like, "Wanna date me?". Make friends, get to know them, hang out. Or just ask them out on a simple date if you really feel like that person may be the one. But the rush the date either. Go see a movie, go get dinner, play mini-golf, etc. Just remember, take your time and get to know each other! =D

That's really about all the advice I can give. Anything else and I would have to know specific situations.

[color=#008000][b]Ha, it would be Winds Ups that'd do it.
Not that I'd know anything about that stuff, but I wish you good luck dude.

And that may be something we've all heard before, but dammit it's true.

Y'know, I've been thinking about my future lately after seeing a bunch of people I know start working towards their dream jobs or majors. Do you have any dreams for the future or any idea where you see yourself 10 years from now?[/b][/color]

I appreciate the luck. I'll need it! =D'

And I know. It's usually the most common knowledge that's the truth.

I haven't really developed much of a dream right now. The only thing I'm currently looking forward to is opening up a store with my friend. Past that, I guess you could say I'm still looking. ^^ As for ten years from now, I actually see myself raising an amazing family. A loving wife and beautiful twin daughters. Don't ask me why twin daughters as I don't even know the answer. I really don't know if that's where I will be in ten years. But if it is, I'm sure I'll be quite content. ^^

[color=#008000][b]That's cool man, what kind of store?
Does it have a black market :3[/b][/color]

[color=#008000][b]And hey, that's a fine family, like Eminem, but with less money and divorce involved.
Speaking of, do you listen to him, or what else?
I dunno about you, but I envy the way Eminem can freestyle and write with such flow, makes me wish I could do that.
There any art form/talent you respect/wish you could do?[/b][/color]

It will be a Game/Card/Prop store. In other words, we will sell games as old as Sonic, hold Yu-Gi-Oh tournaments (Konami has already agreed to send us Turbo Packs and stuff), and sell hand crafted props. Such as Keyblades, Hylian Shields, etc. We're looking forward to it.

Actually, yes I do. He's pretty much the only rapper I enjoy listening to. I also enjoy listening to Rock, Metal, Classical (such as Mozart), all forms of Techno, and I've recently discovered Lindsey Stirling. She plays a violin mixed with dubstep. I'll give you a link to a video of hers.

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sf6LD2B_kDQ[/media]

As for a talent, I just wish I could play the guitar. Like Slash. But, my fingers just can't move that fast and I always forget the exact placements for specific notes. *shrugs*

[color=#008000][b]That store actually sounds really awesome, any name ideas?
And dude, you've talked to Konami? And they said yes? How'd that work out?
And who the hell do you know that can make Keyblades and shields, that's f*cking awesome to be able to make by hand.
Maybe one day you'll have a Travis Touchdown saber =p

Lindsey Sterling's amazing, you know she was in the top 10 YouTube vids this year I think.
I'm in the same boat though, wish I could sing and play guitar.
And be famous.
Let's say you win it big one day and you're a millionaire, what would you do aside from obvious stuff like kids' education and stuff?[/b][/color]

Yep. It's going to be called "Joysticks". And my friend, the one who asked me to help him run the place, is the one who makes the stuff. His wife is helping out to and we should have the place open in about a month or two.

Talking to Konami is easy. Just get in contact with them through their website, tell them you're going to be running a store. Then you go through an application process and BAM!, you're a Konami certified store. ^^

Honestly, that's a tough one. After obvious donations, I would probably get a custom made mat, custom made deck box, and custom made sleeves. Then get a nice car with good gas mileage and a buy a nice house. After that, I'm not really sure. Probably put a nice sum in the bank to build up with interest. :3

[color=#008000][b]Wow.
Makes me want to open a tiny Konami stand o3o
I'm legitimately impressed man, good for you and good luck!
I think we're just about set here, thanks for your time.
Anything you'd like to say to the YCM masses?[/b][/color]

Oh, not a problem. Glad I could be of some entertainment. ^^

As for any last words, I only have this to say - "Baruk khazâd khazâd ai-mênu!"[/spoiler]
[spoiler='Interview #12: GodWynn (Interviewed by Broken)'][b]GOOD EVENING EVERYONE! It is I, the Snow Miser, in yet another sequence of, wait for it,

[size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size][/b]


[b]We have a very special meeting of fates as tonight, I will be interviewing, none other than GodWynn, WHOOOO *Flails Arms* Glad to have you on tonight Wynn.[/b]

It's great to be here, and please don't break my heart too badly...I may need it later.

[b]No promises, though, I'll TRY to be gentle. Now then, please, tell us either a little or a lot about yourself.[/b]

Well, I'm GodWynn, aka FTW, aka WTF, aka etc. and I'm just your average NEET who enjoys a healthy internet social life and a growing real life social life. I'm a jack-of-all-trades kind of person, never amazing at anything but good at almost everything. I'm a Sagittarius, I enjoy long walks on the beach and if you're real nice, I will give you my number later, dear readers. ^^

[b]Very nice, very nice. Now then, the million dollar question. Are you a dude or a chick? Seriously, it's hard to tell.[/b]

Well, when I look into my pants, it would seem to say that I am a dude. That's just in case you didn't notice the "God" part of my name. There are many reasons why GoddessWynn isn't as good a name.

You're pretty bold, aren't you? ^^

[b]I don't mean to brag, but I have asked people a certain, 'question' that some are quite reticent to answer. But I guess that's just me, saying whatever comes to mind jiggle jiggle, now then, fo-or the next question.[/b]


[b]Why did you choose to restart the YCM interviews?[/b]

I have asked people questions as well that have gone unanswered...I just don't tend to advertise those ones. lol

As for why I restarted this, there are a plethora of reasons, so I'll just name a few off of the top of my head.

1. It has been awhile since the last YCM Interviews.
2. It gives me something to do here on YCM.
3. I figured it would be of interest to the members of said YCM and perhaps even get some more activity, which it did for about a day or two.

[b]Indeed it did, and I can say with all humility that I brought in the bright ray of sunshine necessary.


Now then, how often do you touch yoursel- Ooop, that one's for the late shows. I'll just shuffle that one away. Now then, do you happen to have yourself a little, honey on the side? Nudge nudge wink wink.[/b]

I am right n- I mean, yes, I do have a girlfriend, which is rare for me to say.

[b]Heh heh, nudge nudge wink wink say no more. Now then, seeing as how you ARE on the YCM boards, do you often play the game, and if so, what decks do you gravitate towards?[/b]

I don't play the game at all anymore, and I was never overly involved. I live out in rural areas, far from card shops and tournaments, so I never fully learned the nuances and strategies of the game. Any time I duel, I tend to make mistakes, but I have a general idea of what is and isn't good.

People are going to hate me for saying this, but I fell in love with the Six Samurai. Now, before you all stone me to death or tar and feather me, I have good reasons for loving them. The Force of the Breaker sneak peek is the only official event I ever attended, and Six Samurai were my favorites back then, long before Shi En, Synchros, Xyzs and game breakers like Gateway of the Six. The good thing is that there are now a lot of "broken" archetypes that could beat them senseless. I also like Jurracs and Frognarchs when Formula and Fishborg were at 3. I ran a copy or two of Jinzo in my build of Frognarchs as well to make things more interesting. It actually worked pretty well.

I don't really have a modern deck right now, because I haven't played at all in over a year.

[b]I see, most intriguing. *Scribbles on a notepad, then tears it off and hands the page to Wynn. It reads: We'll let you out the back way.*[/b]


[b]Hopefully mitigating further questions that may incite riot within the studio, where do you suppose you'll see yourself in exactly 14 years, 8 months, 23 days, 5 hours, 54 minutes and 7 seconds?[/b]

I see myself living on the beach sipping a martini, reading a good book and otherwise relaxing. I have a career and maybe even a family, should I be so inclined.

That, or I'm in a padded room wearing a very tight straightjacket. Either way.

[b]I see, do you often feel you have the potential to go completely insane?[/b]

Not often, no. But, if I were actually crazy, I'd never know, would I?

These are crazy times, after all.

[b]Rather indeed so, now then, what do you suppose is the horniest bra size on a woman?[/b]

This will be from my own opinion, so if anyone gets offended, I'm not at fault.

Anyway, it depends on what you mean. If you mean the bra size of the horniest women, I'm going to go with a low bra size, and I'll try to explain why. Women with an A-Cup are as horny as anyone else to begin with, but they are also often insecure because they aren't as well-endowed as other women. This insecurity turns into sexual frustration, which amplifies horniness.

As for what makes men horny, a safe bet is usually bigger is better, up to an extent. A good bet would be something in the C or D range.

As for what I personally enjoy, my favorite character from Ed, Edd n' Eddy was always Edd for a reason. Dat name.

Somehow I think this interview will soon turn into a rousing game of "Let's See How Many People We Can Offend."

[b]We could try, if you want. Though, I did mean what bra size would arouse the most men before becoming a major turn-off, like fat chick boobs, especially with the... nevermind.


Returning to the realms of reality for a moment, are there any members on this site that just, rub you the wrong way?[/b]

I'm glad you didn't finish that, because I was just turned off for a second.

Well, to be honest, not very much. There are some members that annoy me at times, but they don't stick in my memory. I'm sure I annoy people at times, too. And, if you all want to know me better, you should probably know that there is no wrong way to rub me. :D

But, seriously, no. I'm pretty cool with everyone here.

[b]Then I guess everyone just rubs you the right way, eh, eh? Heh, say, what's your favourite type of soft drink?[/b]

Well, aside from now feeling like Aladdin's Lamp, I'd say my favorite soft drink is Sunkist Orange. I rarely drink it, but it's something that endures from my childhood.

[b]Intruiging... ly smooth. Do you have any future projects you'd might want to share with the group?[/b]

Nothing that really comes to mind. Right now, I am focusing on real life stuff and doing interviews. As for specific real life stuff, that would be things like dating, moving in with my best friend in Florida, 100% playthrough of Skyrim with DLCs, and other unimportant stuff.

[b]Speaking of movies, the Hobbit has come out recently, what do you think of it?[/b]

As a fan of J.R.R. Tolkien, I'd really like to see it. I read The Hobbit before I even knew about Lord of the Rings, and Sir Ian McKellen makes a very good Gandalf.

[b]Funny story, my eldest sister went to see it yesterday, but my little big sister was too afraid to see it because Gollum scares her. It's kinda funny, as she's also scared of E.T.


Hmm, what is it that frightens you Wynn?[/b]

Then it might be for the best for her not to see it, because Gollum was less humane in The Hobbit.

As for what frightens me, that would be heights, my future and remembering my freshman year in college, most of which is probably considered inappropriate to this forum. But, to give you some idea of why it frightens me, the very first thing that happened to me while living in a dorm is two people barging into my room and using my laptop to look for porn. I also remember the night that a friend of mine came out of the closet in my room. Good thing he was more attracted to my roommate.

[b]Good thing? Are you afraid of a little inter-gender role playing Wynn?[/b]

Far from it. I'm not gay, but I have no problem with what 2 guys or girls tend to do alone. I just didn't want to be the one he was trying to romance after having just come out is all. I could continue on with what happened in that story, but most people would misunderstand and misconstrue what I say.

[b][size=1]On purpose of course.[/size] Out of curiosity, WOULD you ever perhaps do a guy?[/b]

Well, let me put it to you this way. I would not knowingly do a guy. I try to avoid absolute phrases, because they tend to get people in trouble.

[b]I see, so traps are perfectly doable then.


Say Wynn, would you mind flapping you arms like a chicken?[/b]

Only if I'm too drunk to notice, which thankfully has yet to happen.

I don't mind, but if you want any eggs, you're on your own.

[b]Jolly good, now then, will you upgrade your houses to a hotel, or make your roll?[/b]

Alright, but with the way inflation is, either I need a raise or I need to pass go a lot more often.

Thank goodness for free parking.

[b]Y'know, I really am just waiting for you to realize that I'm just wasting time with incredibly pointless questions.


But, I think that about wraps things up here. Any choice words before we end the show Wynn?[/b]

I know that, but incredible pointless questions have a higher tendency to give out unique answers, so I went along with it. That, plus I have nothing better to do.

My parting words would be that I'm going to kick back and to a dry martini and eventually fall asleep. But, to you YCM, I bid a fond [i]au revoir[/i], and remember, never drink the worm.

[b][font=georgia, serif]Well, that's it for now, please, join me next time on, wait for it,[/font]

[font=georgia, serif][size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size][/font]

[font=georgia, serif]*CLEAR!*[/font][/b]


[font=georgia, serif]Well, that was alright.[/font][/spoiler]
[spoiler='Interview #13: Armadilloz (Interviewed by Broken)']
[b]Je vous donne la Bienvenue, ladies and gentlemen; to another, wait for it,

[size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size][/b]

[b]Today we have the master of memes, the perilous Pinkie Pie Ponyboy, the Tierce of Transformers, some other title and object of somewhat interest, Armadilloz! Delicious to have you in the studio Arm.[/b]

I'm now reading your text in either [url="http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Richard_Newman"]M.Bison's[/url] or [url="http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Clive_Revill"]Kickback's[/url] voice. Take your pick.
Aside from that, I'm grateful I could visit =D

[b]Most exquisite, now then, do tell our viewers a little, or a lot about yourself.[/b]

[img]http://wiki.teamfortress.com/w/images/6/67/Scoutava.jpg[/img]
Basically, kind of a big deal- *shot*

Ok, but seriously...
We all know I have a thing for silly stuff on the internet, and have a rather obscure taste at that.
Mostly I just goof around with Photoshop if/when the situation occurs, and will something humorous from it. That, or if someone really wants me to, I'll make something with Ms.Paint. NO. ITS NOT A SHAMLESS PLUG. NO, YOU CANT HOUND ME NOW, READER~ I mean.... [i]Hi![/i]
Just for the sake of this interview, I'll say: I'm some guy from Maryland. If you met me IRL, you would hardly know it was Me from YCM. Unless you got me started.
...
Nonsense aside~
I like card games, motorcycles are optional. I mostly blog in the TCG section, and I'm [i]PREEEEETY SURE[/i] I'm widely known on this site(as far as I know, but that's a stretch). I'm a fan of quite a lot of stuff, and will give something a chance if it interests me enough OR I see a lot of it going around the internet/sites I visit/IRL.
Dunno' why, but I like to be a little secretive from time to time, though, its silly for me to say this [i]NOW[/i].

[b]Indeed so, though, I very much expect you to spill your guts here on, wait for it,

[size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size][/b]

[b]So, what was it that got you into memes exactly?[/b]

...Honestly, I don't really know.
This might be because I tend to just laugh at goofy things, or can appreciate witty humor.
Either way, since a lot of it has to do with pop culture, it just came to me naturally, and I just gradually could remember stuff like that if/when I wanted to.
OR~
I'll just get an idea in my head, and it will somehow lead into something meme-based, [url="http://i.imgur.com/C9jYf.jpg"]Like my 'Giga-Drill-Cyclonus' comic[/url], for example.
Because Gurren Laggen is an awesome subject, nobody can go without thinking of it whenever they see a lot of drill-based action going on; with 'Who the Hell do you think I am?', which just so happens to be rather meme-ish. Plus, dynamic things usually lead to be being the most funny when given enough thought OR making it over-the-top. I think I did the later, with that creation of mine.
Usually, I'll have been chatting with some friends of mine, and he/she will mention/say something that just 'clicks' with me, and will end up getting an idea going. The above comic was deliberately going to be Gurren Laggen based regardless, because Blind likes Gurren Laggen, and the comic was mostly made because of him.
So not always will something of mine end up being meme-based, its just easier for them to end up that way in case I want to get a point across(and to make it a little light hearted), and I guess its just easier for people to recognize and/or familiarize.
Or something like that. I dunno', I might be rambling(a little), or just trying to give rhyme or reason to my methods.



[b]*Jumps with seat to get closer, before leaning in closely*[/b]
[b]So, Arm, what's your fav-writ scary moo-vee?[/b]

I'm not making popcorn, I have all my lights on, and ready to dial 911. So you cant pull a Scary Movie on Me. Nor can you claim your a Spy, because I actually spycheck in TF2.
[i]ALTHOUGH~[/i]
I'm the goofy idiot friend, and a guy, so that's 2 reasons why I would be dead in this scary movie.
...
WHELP, GG ME.

Though, to be fair, I'm not really a fan of scary movies.
Mostly... I get the science behind them, but like, common sense doesn't exist in them, and like, the movies make as much sense as playing [i]The Scary Maze Game[/i]. Nothing is truly scary, and its all shock and awe just to get people to jump out of their seats. But really, shock =/= horror.
Now a movie like Jaws, on the other hand~ [i]Literally[/i] scared people to swim. Why? Because we all know sharks can exist in the waters on beaches, and Jaws was a mean-ass shark that hunted people down. [i]That[/i] is how you do a scary movie. Pray on an existing fear that could potentially happen(shark attacks are rare as hell, but that's irrelevant), and exploit the hell out of it.
Virus/plague movies are a different subject.

So yea, guess I don't really have a favorite.

Though, I did get a kick out of the Saw series. Mostly, because its so over-the-top, its actually more funny then it is violent/thrilling.



[b]Intruiging, maybe one day you could be a director. Wouldn't that be enchanting everyone? I can see it now...[/b]
[b]Anywho, I notice that, whilst you have a tendency to be a bit of a Pinkie Pie, you use Spike quite a bit. Do you not feel that you would be of the Mane 6?[/b]

SPIKE IS BEST PONY~
Simple as that.

But of the 'Mane 6', Pinkie is my favorite.



[b]And I'll bet NO ONE saw that one coming, eh? Anyone, anyone? Eh, eh? Ahhh.[/b]
[b]Speaking of Ponies, what are your feelings on the .MOVs and their rather macabre content?[/b]

Depends.
Apple was hilarious from the start, and cemented the series as a whole. It also got people to get AJ's voice actor to quote the that series ;) Plus, Japplejack's "F' YOU I CAN EAT ALL THESE APPLES!!" is, to an extent, actually canon.
Dress.... Despite Egoraptor being Rarity in it~ Its just slow, and not really one of the better ones.
Shed- Oh god Shed... Shed has so many things wrong with it, that it ended up being really hilarious in the process. Mostly, because its such a dark take on Fluttershy, and how she tends to be that way in the actual show itself, its almost scary how such a thing could actually happen. Plus, it has great one-liners and all these little bits in it, that it just makes you smile at least once during that episode.
Spike was a gag episode, and keeps the viewer in suspense. Other then that, its nothing new.
Magic is funny for a few parts(Demon guy and Discord doing a bro-fist then wrecking the town [i]together[/i], for example), then just proceeds to be weird. I dunno', I'm just not really a big fan of that one.
Party is a train wreck. Which is a good way to summarize it.
Swag has yet to appear, as far as I know. But it has so much potential.

[b]I liked Shed.mov, the song was rather enchanting. I'm gonna sing a song for yo-ooouuu, and I'm gonna SHOW YOU a thing or tooo-oooo. So have a seat my dear, and if it's all the same; just sit back and relax WHILE I EAT YOUR BRAIN![/b]

[b]So, given your recent stream of Transformers Armada comics, you have given consideration to the idea of a Transformers Armzmada Abridged series. Will you go through with this idea?[/b]

I went off to YouTube to look at [url="https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=transformers+armada+abridged"]the competition[/url].
The ones currently existing just seem a little mediocre.
I mean, its more then just doing a dub-over, if you want something good. You have to incorporate your own little element into the show to make it your own. Yugioh and DBZ abridged each have their own little edits and add-ons to the series, and make it special. Thats what a series would need.
Me, I could probably manage something like that. I mean, It wouldn't be as good as the series I mentioned, but along the lines of it, since I could actually throw in some extras and even edit character movements to allow for added shenanigans. I have Photoshop and Premiere, and know how to use both. So it wouldn't really be all that hard. Plus, Armada was low budget to begin with. So that just makes it easier.
PROBLEM IS~
My voice is terrible, I lack the actual episodes for editing content, and have no voice/screen recording software.
So if anything, I would just be the editor(If I had the content) and/or potential writer.

So for the moment, I don't know if I will.
Would be fun, though.



[b]It has amused me though that some people are already crowding you to be VAs. *Winks* But, I feel you would make for quite an entertaining series if you DO go through with it. Also, please, for the LOVE OF GOD call is Arm'zmada.[/b]
[b]Being an avid fan of the Transformers series, do you feel Bay was respectful to the series, or did he just mess it up? Like that last one; Sentinel Prime being evil, what the hell?[/b]

I C WUT U DID THERE. I LIEK.
[i]Anyway...[/i]
People have to just understand that each TF series, unless otherwise stated and/or actually continues from an existing one, is its own canon and has nothing to do with all other existing ones. Because its that creator's own take on the series, and will portray it as such.
Say for example, TF Animated. The show was made by the same guy who did Teen Titans, so as such the animation/style will be [i]almost[/i] identical, and have it's own charm to it.
Another example could be TF Prime~ Prime follows the same concept as the Bayformer series in terms of trying to be realistic while still following the same concepts every other TF series has(human kid partners, silly moments, etc), but still manages to be its own thing because of how the series was created. DESPITE WHAT THE TF WIKI SAYS, I SWEAR, PRIME AND WAR FOR CYBERTRON/FALL OF CYBERTRON AREN'T RELATED.
So more or less its just the GEEWUNNERS and "Truefans" who get upset over things like that.
But really, its just someone else's version of the series. You don't have to accept it as official canon, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy it.

Really, despite Movie 2 having 2 Jar-Jars in it, I still enjoyed it for what it was getting at(Oh god, Devastator... Too beautiful), and could have a fun time with it.

[b]Bumblebee, stop lubricating on the man. Jesus christ. Though, I give credit to Prime, it's a pretty good series, and it had a competent Starscream. PROGRESS!

Now then, I think it's time for a,

[size=6]-COMMERCIAL BREAK!-[/size][/b]

[b]Today we're showing the pilot for the reboot of Grey's Anatomy. Let's [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhojbNTTudE"]watch.[/url][/b]

I didn't even need to click that link to know what it was.
Though, I clicked it anyway, since I [i]LOVE[/i] that skit.



[b]Well, that was, interesting... *Offscreen* Where are we getting these sponsors, seriously?[/b]
[b]You have been known to do some LPs, but, you haven't been doing them recently. Have you grown tired of them, or, is there some other reason?[/b]

LPs?
PHHHHHHHHHHHHT HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!
*Ahem*
My videos aren't exactly LPs. See, if they were LPs, I would showcase an entire game from start to finish. That Ps1 Beast Wars game is probably the closest thing I have to an actual LP, though, since I actually gave some info on the game itself while I was playing those(at least if I remember correctly). My Megaman X and X3 vdieos don't count, because I was just goofing around and not playing those seriously(Those were more of just playthroughs, and not true LPs).
I had a Spyro 2 one on my channel a while ago, but I deleted it because it just became too idiotic. Mostly due to my end, and how I kept saying the wrong thing at the wrong time, was getting things mixed up, etc, etc, it just didn't look right.
Other then that, my other videos that seem LP-ish, are just silly playthroughs from sheer boredom.
Though, I would love to do some kind of Gotcha Force LP, provided, I had a new (actual) tripod(my first one broke >__>).



[b]Hmm, if you ever find someone with similar interests you could totally LP, or, maybe just find a decent Voice recording system, it can't be [i]that[/i] hard.[/b]
[b]So, let's get into something a little, psychological. All these memes and photoshopped stuff. Do you honestly do it out of boredom, or is there some deeper part of you that simply wants attention?[/b]

[font=comic sans ms,cursive][b][i]HMMMMM.... GOOD QUESTION....[/i][/b][/font]
I guess one could see me as a bit of an attention whore, but I never do it intentionally.
I mean, yea, I could always come up with something funny every now and then, but thats just Me being Me, and not being all: "HEY GUYS I POSTED AN LOLCAT, +REPS PLZ!!111!1".
Really, I've had my moments when I posted something and only 1-2 people get the joke to it. But I don't instantly go off and find something better just to get Reps.
Also part of it might be because-
[img]http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120630122306/yugioh/images/thumb/5/5d/IV2.jpg/300px-IV2.jpg[/img]
I do it for the fanservice~
*shot*

But seriously, some of the pics I do, and I mentioned this before, were derived from moments I've had with my friends and/or just usual YCM shenanigans. So if I want, I try and immortalize that in some way, in an image I make.
Like, say for example, this image:
[img]http://i.imgur.com/YznMW.jpg[/img]
My profile also mentions how it came into existence, but I'll restate it here, hopefully, more in-depth~
Basically YCM went through a fad of making topics on this card over and over again, and would always come down to someone mentioning Rescue Cat, and would end up being a contrasting argument over which was more balanced. So near the end of the first wave of Rabbit topics, I made this image. Then whenever someone would mention something that "just so happened" to be able to be fueled by Rabbit, I would post said image. Reason being, the topic would just gradually end up being: "Hey guys, play Rabbit [do move mentioned in topic] declare game lol", or just any topic on Normals in general. Mostly as a quick summary of what the topic as a whole would just be, and leave it at that.
...........
I'm sure I have other reasons for some of the other pics I've done, though, a few of those were out of sheer request(That Alius comic, and the Wind-Ups "No Hand Anywehre!" image, as examples).

[b]Btw, what was with the Drifblim thing?[/b]

Simply put~
Drifblim is my favorite Pokemon.
Seriously, [i]everyone[/i] has a favorite Pokemon. Mine just-so-happens to be a [url="http://spyro.wikia.com/wiki/Balloonists"]purple blimp[/url].



[b]Purple blimps huh? Well, now I know your personal taste in women.[/b]
[b]Do you have any talents beyond very skillful photoshop technique?[/b]

Lol'd@Taste in women.
Guess that link is too vague, then *cough*

As far as talents go...
That depends.
NO. I'M NOT A BLANK FLANK- *shot*
Anyway, I would say I'm pretty well rounded at a lot of the things I do, so its hard for me to say what I'm truly amazing at, to justify it as an actual talent. I might be over analyzing this too much, and giving it too much thought, when I could simply say something like: "Im good at Megaman X games", and make a list like that(Then again its not that hard to get good at X games. Its just a matter of memorization)
...
Though, I wanted to say I'm pretty imaginative, but that just seemed a little cliche so I left that out.



[b]Not at all, being imaginative is quite a good thing.[/b]
[b]Due to being such an upbeat person Armz, do you at all foster a hatred for any other member on YCM?[/b]

Not really.
The times I've gotten annoyed from someone on YCM, I usually just forget about it the next day, and move on.



[b]Ah, if only some people could let go as easily as you. *Casual look at the camera*[/b]
[b]Tell me, considering each decade have their own styles, do you pefer television pre-2000, or post-2000?[/b]

You might want to hire a new camera guy, methinks, because that guy seems to be out to get you.

For Me... We all know I'm a 90s kid. But each era of TV always brings something new to the table. Some of it better then others.
I mean I always enjoy [url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwX0ZbVkPZU"]a good episode of Angry Beavers[/url] from time to time, but I have my fair share of newer and older shows that I love.
Megas XLR, Rocco's Modern Life, TF Animated, G1 Transformers, etc, just to name a few.
And with regards to subjective viewers who dislike a show just because "they can", and have never actually seen it and just making assumptions based on that 1-in-a-million "bad" episode a show might have had at some point, THAT DOESN'T MEAN THE WHOLE SHOW FOLLOWS THAT.
Really, just give a show a chance to see f you like it. If you do, then happily keep watching it. If you don't that's ok, That's your opinion, you don't need to get upset that everyone else likes it and you don't, or some other negative reason you came up with. Every show is bound to have its own fans, and will only go to show that it was well written and can appeal to a wide range of viewers regardless of demographic.
I mean come on, something like Powerpuff Girls will always be an awesome show regardless of how you look at it, while still having that [i]slight[/i] childish nature to it.



[b]It's funny how that last line somehow seems to comment upon the attititudes of some of the readers of the interviews.[/b]
[b]But, we're approaching the end of this interview, so, any final words Arm?[/b]

[i]MAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYBE[/i] I did that on purpose?
Who knows.

For a closing, I think I covered everything.
So I'll just use an image of Optimus Prime:
[img]http://tfwiki.net/w2/images2/thumb/a/ac/ROTF_360PS3_PC_G1OptimusPrime_DLC.jpg/800px-ROTF_360PS3_PC_G1OptimusPrime_DLC.jpg[/img]
Because why not.

[b]Why not indeed? Though, you probably broke the .img limit for the post, though, honestly they should be posted in a new post. Oh well. Thanks for joining us on, wait for it,

[size=6]HEART BREAKERS![/size]

We'll see you next time, and remember: Hot diggity dog ziggity boom what you do to me, it's new to me, what you do to me.

G'night everyone.[/b]


[b]*Clear*[/b][/spoiler][/spoiler]

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[b]UPDATE 12/15/12:[/b]You can now do an unlimited vote. This means that you can vote for any number of people you wish. It still takes 3 people to nominate you for an interview.

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1. GodWynn
2. Caeda
3. Rinne

I see this as an easy way to learn about YCMembers I don't know very well, but want to. Like Rinne.

Also, voted you two interviewers in because it's good to know about the people who are doing the interviewing.

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Time to bump this.

Also, and this is totally my fault for not saying this before, but could you please give out full (and current) names of members? It helps me immensely, saves me some time and it also helps other people who may not be familiar with the members.

Thanks guys. ^^

Edit: Also guys, you can vote for up to 5 people. It just takes 3 votes for them to be selected for an interview. Idk if I made that clear earlier, so just a reminder.

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[color=#0000CD]Seeing as how a good portion of currently selected interviewees actually make me sick to my stomach or are just so incredibly uninteresting in every way (a mixture of both for that bunch really) making me wonder what kind of sick joke it is to want to hear them actually answer some questions about themselves even though some already talk about themselves all the god damn time already I'll put some of my own nominations into the ring because otherwise I'd just seem like I had no solution to the problem whatsoever other than just complaining for a long ass time. So here are five people and whatnot. My opinion. Yadda yadda. Better than yours. Yadda yadda.[/color]

[color=#0000CD]1) Atman Desiderius Seijo[/color]
[color=#0000CD]2) Legend Zero[/color]
[color=#0000CD]3) jazzyTurtle (Don't you dare judge me.)[/color]
[color=#0000CD]4) sicknastyKakashi[/color]
[color=#0000CD]5) Aisu (Because Kyng's better half needs the spotlight every so often. And nobody tell her what a kismesis is.)[/color]

[color=#0000CD]By the way, as much as I love to talk voting for me is pointless. I've already decided to give the metaphorical middle finger to any invitation to ask me a bunch of silly questions in a humid closed room with Wynn.[/color]

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[color=#0000CD]3) jazzyTurtle [b](Don't you dare judge me.)[/b][/color]
[/quote]Too late on that, hun.

Gonna use my last 2 votes on [b]Chaos Sonic[/b] and [b]Flame Dragon[/b].

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