Monthly Archives: October 2008

We Aren't Unreasonable

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Kate

Just in time for Halloween, I wanted to share this lovely gem of a song with you. Jonathan Coulton has been known around the gaming community for his witty and geeky songs. I hadn’t heard the one below, but suffice … Continue reading →

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Rules for Survival

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Pete

Bring a gun. Preferably, bring at least two guns. Bring all of your friends who have guns. Anything worth shooting is worth shooting twice. Ammo is cheap – life is expensive. Only hits count. The only thing worse than a … Continue reading →

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The view from Indiana…

Posted on October 28, 2008 by Pete

…is quite nice, actually. I’m in a small town halfway between Indianapolis and Cincinnatti on business (a local chemical plant). The fall colors are pretty, and the drive down from Indianapolis was light on traffic.  I can’t help but compare … Continue reading →

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Great news for my bad genes

Posted on October 25, 2008 by Pete

One of my infamous natural tendencies could actually keep my blood pressure low. I wonder if the physiological mechanism is enough to counteract all the Mexican food and BBQ that I eat.

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Destroyermen: Crusade

Posted on October 24, 2008 by Pete

I mentioned in the review of Taylor Anderson’s first book, Destroyermen: Into the Storm, that I thought the work defied easy categorization. With its mix of science and military fiction, fantasy, and history, there’s a little something for everyone in … Continue reading →

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Words that make writers seem smart

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Pete

I’ve recently read some rather pretentious blog entries and periodicals that include some terms and phrases that make me think the writers are trying too hard to be cool. I enjoy a clever turn of phrase as much as the … Continue reading →

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A Star Wars MMORPG – Done Right

Posted on October 21, 2008 by Pete

Sony’s abysmal attempt at the Star Wars universe in an MMORPG setting was a failure spectacular not only in its inability to implement a key mechanic (becoming a Jedi), but also in it’s ludicrous skill system that forced players to … Continue reading →

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Short Review Catch-up

Posted on October 20, 2008 by Pete

I’ve torn through several books in the sidebar over there since we last talked. Ringo’s Last Centurion deserves a brief mention. If you’re a fan of conservative politics and the intimate details of a military campaign, pick this one up. Give yourself … Continue reading →

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The Politics Test

Posted on October 19, 2008 by Pete

Lies! I’m a libertarian! Click beyond the cut for more information on where I fall in the political scheme of things.

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The Random Update

Posted on October 18, 2008 by Pete

We haven’t done one of these in a while, but I feel like I need to bring some of you up to speed on a few things. First of all, I have transitioned into a new role with a new … Continue reading →

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