Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Minecraft Breaking News!
Okay, so Notch announced yesterday that the 1.7 update will be broken up into two updates since they really want to push pistons out (pun intended) and have a lot of work to do on the adventure update. This means the adventure update will be in 1.8 rather than 1.7. But he released some cool new information about the adventure update and will be releasing more as time goes on. The most exciting information to me is the future addition of NPC villages. Once the adventure update drops Notch says it's going to change the way minecraft is played, adding reward to what you do normally in game. For more information about this split of 1.7 and the adventure update check out Notch's blog as well as the minecraft wiki that details what features have been split between 1.7 and 1.8.
Nuzlocke update!
As I did last week, I will fill you in on my team and progress in my Soul Silver Nuzlock Challenge. Here's my team:
Muscle (level 33 Machamp) - this guy survived a Flail from Seaking when it was at like 1 HP (Flail does more damage when a Pokemon is at lower HP) AND a Swift from Starmie directly after. I am very proud of this Machamp.
Whirlygag (level 29 Politoed
Charr (level 30 Quilava)
Shinobi (level 25 Scizor)
Erinyes (level 25 Nidoqueeon)
Keese (level 15 Zubat)/Garuda (level 16 Pidgeotto)
As you can see, my general strategy was to get as many fully-evolved Pokemon on my team as possible. Whirlygag actually fainted at one point, but then I reset. Hopefully the Nulocke gods won't smite me down...
Boxed:
Rocky (level 19 Onix)
Byuuki (level 21 Dratini)
Togetaro (level 18 Togetic)
Catobleep (level 13 Tauros)
Oouroboras (level 11 Slowpoke)
My original intention was to use king's rock on my Slowpoke and evolve it into Slowking. Unfortunately, some cool trainers had other ideas. I was lucky enough to find a metal coat on a Magnemite, which I promptly attached to my Scyther and traded it to my Platinum, upon which it evolved into a Scizor. I traded my Poliwhirl to Platinum instead of Slowpoke to evolve it into a Politoed. Then my mom (in the game) was nice enough to give me a Moon Stone so I could evolve my Nidorina. I'm about to fight Chuck (I've been mostly grinding since the last post).
Muscle (level 33 Machamp) - this guy survived a Flail from Seaking when it was at like 1 HP (Flail does more damage when a Pokemon is at lower HP) AND a Swift from Starmie directly after. I am very proud of this Machamp.
Whirlygag (level 29 Politoed
Charr (level 30 Quilava)
Shinobi (level 25 Scizor)
Erinyes (level 25 Nidoqueeon)
Keese (level 15 Zubat)/Garuda (level 16 Pidgeotto)
As you can see, my general strategy was to get as many fully-evolved Pokemon on my team as possible. Whirlygag actually fainted at one point, but then I reset. Hopefully the Nulocke gods won't smite me down...
Boxed:
Rocky (level 19 Onix)
Byuuki (level 21 Dratini)
Togetaro (level 18 Togetic)
Catobleep (level 13 Tauros)
Oouroboras (level 11 Slowpoke)
My original intention was to use king's rock on my Slowpoke and evolve it into Slowking. Unfortunately, some cool trainers had other ideas. I was lucky enough to find a metal coat on a Magnemite, which I promptly attached to my Scyther and traded it to my Platinum, upon which it evolved into a Scizor. I traded my Poliwhirl to Platinum instead of Slowpoke to evolve it into a Politoed. Then my mom (in the game) was nice enough to give me a Moon Stone so I could evolve my Nidorina. I'm about to fight Chuck (I've been mostly grinding since the last post).
Monday, June 27, 2011
Poop, it's monday! Quick, Pull Together a Minecraft Monday!!!!
It's Monday, 10:00 PM!!! I have almost forgotten to post minecraft monday yet again! Not this time. Improvisation and briefness begin!
1.7 does not currently have a set release date, but it does contain a few interesting features I'm excited for.
It's officially the "Adventure update." No telling what the specifically means until the update drops, but Notch mentioned that it's an attempt to flesh out the game a bit more, make combat more interesting than it already is and essentially reward the player for exploring and gathering. We can expect a possible central quest involving gathering several ancient relics to defeat a boss. This is an idea he mentioned in an interview with Todd Howard of Bethesda.
Two big features to anticipate are Shears and Pistons!
Shears will allow the gathering of leaves, finally, as well as a non lethal way of gathering wool. Initially they were set to defuse TNT, but instead will be able to be picked up with your hands and will be set off with redstone devices only.
Pistons will model after the piston mod but will be much cheaper, and be crafted with wood and cobblestone instead of iron. They won't shoot you or sand into the air like the physics of the original mod, but they will still accomplish the movement of blocks as demonstrated by the mod.
Sticky pistons will be included as well and will offer the first craft-able use for slime balls. Sticky pistons hold on to the block they are moving, so the block moves with the piston.
Here is a video Mojang posted that introduces pistons and displays their physics.
These are going to be huge and will really change the game. The fact that they will actually be able to interact physically with the world will open up many different possibilites. I'm personally excited for lights I can turn on and off and secret book shelf doorways! :) Even a doorway like in the video is amazing to me.
In my opinion, 1.7 is going to be one of the biggest updates we've seen since the dispenser update. It may even be bigger than that update! Notch has been intentionally keeping it a secret, and I've only scratched the surface of what will be included. There is even going to be a new scary mob!
Time to huddle in my cave until 1.7 comes out, then I have to search for a new underground ravine, and defeat the evil monster boss thingy. Miner Tom is preparing to arm up, and pimp out his home with pistons.
1.7 does not currently have a set release date, but it does contain a few interesting features I'm excited for.
It's officially the "Adventure update." No telling what the specifically means until the update drops, but Notch mentioned that it's an attempt to flesh out the game a bit more, make combat more interesting than it already is and essentially reward the player for exploring and gathering. We can expect a possible central quest involving gathering several ancient relics to defeat a boss. This is an idea he mentioned in an interview with Todd Howard of Bethesda.
Two big features to anticipate are Shears and Pistons!
Shears will allow the gathering of leaves, finally, as well as a non lethal way of gathering wool. Initially they were set to defuse TNT, but instead will be able to be picked up with your hands and will be set off with redstone devices only.
Pistons will model after the piston mod but will be much cheaper, and be crafted with wood and cobblestone instead of iron. They won't shoot you or sand into the air like the physics of the original mod, but they will still accomplish the movement of blocks as demonstrated by the mod.
Sticky pistons will be included as well and will offer the first craft-able use for slime balls. Sticky pistons hold on to the block they are moving, so the block moves with the piston.
Here is a video Mojang posted that introduces pistons and displays their physics.
These are going to be huge and will really change the game. The fact that they will actually be able to interact physically with the world will open up many different possibilites. I'm personally excited for lights I can turn on and off and secret book shelf doorways! :) Even a doorway like in the video is amazing to me.
In my opinion, 1.7 is going to be one of the biggest updates we've seen since the dispenser update. It may even be bigger than that update! Notch has been intentionally keeping it a secret, and I've only scratched the surface of what will be included. There is even going to be a new scary mob!
Time to huddle in my cave until 1.7 comes out, then I have to search for a new underground ravine, and defeat the evil monster boss thingy. Miner Tom is preparing to arm up, and pimp out his home with pistons.
Top Ten In-Game Groups
Sorry for a lack of updating last week, I was busy visiting doctors all weekend and most of the week. Yeah, I'm gonna get healthier soon.
For this week we're gonna look at my top ten in-game groups. Of course there are many groups in videogames, but these are my ten favorite.
Number Ten: Vault-Tec Industries
Vault-Tec is the company that designed the nuclear shelters in Fallout. They also ran experiments on the inhabitants. Saving the world while also being evil geniuses? Vault-Tec wins a spot on the top ten.
Number Nine: Task Force 141
Americans and British kicking ass together. An elite squadron of fighters, led by a madman bent on aiding the beginning of World War Three. Yeah, another super cool yet super evil and good group.
Number Eight: The Rebel Alliance
Star Wars fans rejoice! The rebellion has made the top ten. Just from the history aspect the Rebellion is pretty neat, not to mention their cool ships and Princess... Yeah. In all Star Wars games I have played the rebel soldier/rebel heroes are always my best units. I rock with them, they're cool, they get on the list.
Number Seven: S.T.A.R.S.
Racoon City's finest officers join STARS (Special Tactics and Rescue Squad). They are home to some of the most kick ass videogame characters. Wesker? STARS. Chris Redfield? STARS. Jill Valentine? STARS. Rumors have it even Chuck Norris is a member of STARS. Anyhow, they are a cool cop squad.
Number Six: New California Republic (NCR)
NCR is pretty cool. A group of people dedicated the the values of democracy and rule of law AFTER the nuclear apocalypse. Yup, their dedication and similarities to today's democracy (that is, it is all run by money) makes me proud of NCR.
Number Five: The Normandy
The crew and ship itself are pretty cool. Joker is pretty sweet. Dr. Chakwas is awesome. Yup, Commander Shepherd's ship and crew are a fine specimen.
Number Four: United Nations Space Command (UNSC)
The first and last line of defense in space houses Master Chief, arguably one of the most famous videogame characters of all time. The UNSC is pretty bad-ass and Sgt. Johnson, Capt. Keyes and Chief make the UNSC that much cooler.
Number Three: Team Rocket
Two games feature Team Rocket and they appear in more places in the Pokemon universe than any other evil organization. Their constant annoyance and dedication to destroying one kid makes them a joy, a pain, and a laugh all at once.
Number Two: United States Army Rangers
Why wouldn't I hold a special place in my heart for the people who defend my homeland? The Rangers are and always will be one of the most kick-ass groups in gaming and the real world. Rangers Lead The Way.
Number One: Umbrella Corporation
They're Umbrella. What more do I need to say?
Honorable Mention:
- Shinra
- Apeture
Who else would make your list?
- Neezo
For this week we're gonna look at my top ten in-game groups. Of course there are many groups in videogames, but these are my ten favorite.
Number Ten: Vault-Tec Industries
Vault-Tec is the company that designed the nuclear shelters in Fallout. They also ran experiments on the inhabitants. Saving the world while also being evil geniuses? Vault-Tec wins a spot on the top ten.
Number Nine: Task Force 141
Americans and British kicking ass together. An elite squadron of fighters, led by a madman bent on aiding the beginning of World War Three. Yeah, another super cool yet super evil and good group.
Number Eight: The Rebel Alliance
Star Wars fans rejoice! The rebellion has made the top ten. Just from the history aspect the Rebellion is pretty neat, not to mention their cool ships and Princess... Yeah. In all Star Wars games I have played the rebel soldier/rebel heroes are always my best units. I rock with them, they're cool, they get on the list.
Number Seven: S.T.A.R.S.
Racoon City's finest officers join STARS (Special Tactics and Rescue Squad). They are home to some of the most kick ass videogame characters. Wesker? STARS. Chris Redfield? STARS. Jill Valentine? STARS. Rumors have it even Chuck Norris is a member of STARS. Anyhow, they are a cool cop squad.
Number Six: New California Republic (NCR)
NCR is pretty cool. A group of people dedicated the the values of democracy and rule of law AFTER the nuclear apocalypse. Yup, their dedication and similarities to today's democracy (that is, it is all run by money) makes me proud of NCR.
Number Five: The Normandy
The crew and ship itself are pretty cool. Joker is pretty sweet. Dr. Chakwas is awesome. Yup, Commander Shepherd's ship and crew are a fine specimen.
Number Four: United Nations Space Command (UNSC)
The first and last line of defense in space houses Master Chief, arguably one of the most famous videogame characters of all time. The UNSC is pretty bad-ass and Sgt. Johnson, Capt. Keyes and Chief make the UNSC that much cooler.
Number Three: Team Rocket
Two games feature Team Rocket and they appear in more places in the Pokemon universe than any other evil organization. Their constant annoyance and dedication to destroying one kid makes them a joy, a pain, and a laugh all at once.
Number Two: United States Army Rangers
Why wouldn't I hold a special place in my heart for the people who defend my homeland? The Rangers are and always will be one of the most kick-ass groups in gaming and the real world. Rangers Lead The Way.
Number One: Umbrella Corporation
They're Umbrella. What more do I need to say?
Honorable Mention:
- Shinra
- Apeture
Who else would make your list?
- Neezo
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Nuzlocke Tuesday!
Continuing with my Nuzlocke challenge, I will show you my progress thus far. This is my team:
Charr (level 27 Quilava)
Muscle (level 23 Machop) - this one was an in-game trade, that's why its name is so silly
Oouroboras (level 10 Slowpoke)
Erinyes (level 18 Nidorina)
Garuda (level 16 Pidgeotto)
I also have a Sudowoodo, but I'm planning on replacing it with an Eevee. I only wish Eevee wasn't so low in level when you get him. Boxed Pokemon are:
Togetaro (level 18 Togetic)
Byuuki (level 21 Dratini) - I am very sad about this
Rocky (level 19 Onix) - also an in-game trade
Morty KO'd all three. Dratini was KO'd by Gengar's Shadow Ball, but Togetaro KO'd it with like fifty Extrasensories. Haunter then came back and ate Togetaro's dream and KO'd it in ONE HIT. But strangely enough, it evolved into Togetic even though it was fainted. Rocky was also KO'd by Haunter's Dream Eater. Also, I'm proud of my haxing skills in beating my rival - I used paralyzed his Crocnaw and Smokescreened it like four times with my Quilava, and Quilava KO'd it with like ten Embers. Very nice. Next up: Gym Leader Chuck! Hopefully I won't be Focus Punched to death...
Charr (level 27 Quilava)
Muscle (level 23 Machop) - this one was an in-game trade, that's why its name is so silly
Oouroboras (level 10 Slowpoke)
Erinyes (level 18 Nidorina)
Garuda (level 16 Pidgeotto)
I also have a Sudowoodo, but I'm planning on replacing it with an Eevee. I only wish Eevee wasn't so low in level when you get him. Boxed Pokemon are:
Togetaro (level 18 Togetic)
Byuuki (level 21 Dratini) - I am very sad about this
Rocky (level 19 Onix) - also an in-game trade
Morty KO'd all three. Dratini was KO'd by Gengar's Shadow Ball, but Togetaro KO'd it with like fifty Extrasensories. Haunter then came back and ate Togetaro's dream and KO'd it in ONE HIT. But strangely enough, it evolved into Togetic even though it was fainted. Rocky was also KO'd by Haunter's Dream Eater. Also, I'm proud of my haxing skills in beating my rival - I used paralyzed his Crocnaw and Smokescreened it like four times with my Quilava, and Quilava KO'd it with like ten Embers. Very nice. Next up: Gym Leader Chuck! Hopefully I won't be Focus Punched to death...
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Nuzlocke Challenge
Has anyone done any of the following when playing a Pokemon game?
-Not use Pokemon Centers
-Battle only in "set" mode
-Capture only one Pokemon per route/area
-When a Pokemon faints, NEVER USE IT AGAIN (deposit it forever or release it)
I'm doing all of the above(!) in my current play through of Soul Silver. I'm thinking of scratching the first rule, as I am running out of PP. I treated myself to a level 1 Dratini from my Platinum Version. I'll keep everyone posted here as to how it turns out. Wish me luck!
-Not use Pokemon Centers
-Battle only in "set" mode
-Capture only one Pokemon per route/area
-When a Pokemon faints, NEVER USE IT AGAIN (deposit it forever or release it)
I'm doing all of the above(!) in my current play through of Soul Silver. I'm thinking of scratching the first rule, as I am running out of PP. I treated myself to a level 1 Dratini from my Platinum Version. I'll keep everyone posted here as to how it turns out. Wish me luck!
Monday, June 13, 2011
Munchlax Monday!!!
I am eating Miner Tom's Post today!!! Mwah ha ha ha ha!
Instead, we have MUNCHLAX!
Mmmm. Munchlax.
Instead, we have MUNCHLAX!
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