Usually a month before release, video games have gone 'gold' meaning they're all done and finished with and ready to be distributed. During that time, developers usually take a vacation period till the game's release, or more recent and commonly they continue working on DLC, patches or other such things to do with the game. As such, when they complete it before the game's release, it's likely they'll have patches or DLC ready for day one. I don't see it as a problem, the patches mean an improved gaming experience straight away and DLC can mean more content. Arguing whether the DLC was originally planned to as part of the original game or as further add on is impossible to conclude and will be speculation altogether. I see it as beneficial in a enough ways from enough publishers to warrant my support of it.
Optimism is powerful. And a single light still shines in the dark. In the meantime imma go rest.
Just wanted to remind you, is all.
/Merged\ Like before, Gender to me is a pretty common and useless label people use. I use them because socially they have more context than obscure and more foggy definitions of 'gender fluid', 'multi-gendered' and so on. I say I'm male, that's the label I put on myself. I probably am not the idea of male though, I am probably very much another type of gender. For arguments sake I am male. doesn't really matter what you label me as long ass I know who I am to myself.
I actually believe it's how much an agent can haggle or how much a show wants to encourage bigger stars to appear and get a cut. VA's and their agents sometimes see it as a way to make money in cons they aren't paid much for, or as a high profile piece of showmanship, you know 'you have to pay to own a bit of me, I'm important enough for that'. Whilst cons see it as a way that if they establish a price for all the VA's in their con contracts, they can take a cut of the profits made. Really depends, so many possible reasons for it. Ultimately, I've never cared for autographs, seeing someone write their own name on a piece of paper to keep is akin to keeping a piece of their hair in my eyes. And in that same respect, a name, a written signature, is like a part of that person and I think legally speaking, part of their identity. Giving something away that personal to me is just mad. But money is money for some people, and if it's part of the game of 'showbiz' then that's what you gotta do.
You should know Sara, it doesn't get better.... or does it? Hmmm. Makes you want to post more huh? Maybe you should? (no subtle persuasion attempts, at all, nope)
Props to Number 1, who sounds like they can clearly sing the language, ha! : P But i'm going with three, something about the singing and the song make me kind of drift in my thoughts. Good work.
Update. Made up a thread for people to volunteer in joining a podcast or search for help with your podcast. Also have a list of staff volunteers who can help in certain areas if approached. Hope that helps make things easier guys, can't wait for more proposals coming through.
If you don’t know what this Summer Mini Series is all about, look here. Getting a Group Together Here you guys can volunteer to want to be on the podcast, post you’re looking for someone, and so on and so forth to do with getting a podcast group up and running! Once you’ve got a group big enough I’d advise your group talking on Skype or in a Conversation about what you want to do, and then send me an application form (see Main Thread) so I can verify you’re good and you can get recording! : ) Meanwhile I’ll be posting some info here to help you guys along with the whole process. Staff Volunteers These guys are willing to help in certain areas they’ve volunteered to do. Please contact them asking for help in ONLY what they’ve volunteered to help with. And remember, staff members can only participate in TWO separate podcast groups, like everyone else, so first come first serve! Don’t forget they have the option to say no, for example, if they know nothing about the subject you’re discussing, don’t force them to try and do it, just ask politely! They can help with: Organising a group together Participating in a podcast Recording a podcast Editing a podcast These are the following categories some of what the staff have volunteered to help with: Chevalier – Organising a group together, Editing a Podcast Enzy – Participating in a Podcast, Recording a Podcast, Editing a Podcast Krowley – Organising a group together, Participating in a Podcast Jayn - Organising a group together, Editing a Podcast Llave – All Misty – All Also, if you have any questions or queries contact me or post in the main thread. I’ll reply asap!
~ I may not always love youBut long as there are stars above youYou never need to doubt itI'll make you so sure about itGod only knows what I'd be without you ~
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If you played Mass Effect 2 on Steam and not Origin, you should still be able to import your Steam ME2 save into ME3 with no problems. If that directory does not exist, then create the new directory. Under Documents\Bioware, near the Mass Effect 3 Folder, create a new folder and call it "Mass Effect 2". Inside this new folder, create another new folder called "Save". Inside, move your save files. Mass Effect 2 save files look something like this: John_10_Vanguard_110310 Jane_13_Soldier_100811 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Source If it's any consolation, you could buy ME3 off of Origin, go to a website where they upload Mass Effect saves, find one as close to yours as possible, download, import it in ME3, change the class and appearance of you Shepherd to what it was and then play on. The only work around i can think of so far. But you shouldn't need it.
Captain Kirrahe?
Hello to all fellow KHVidans! Is it starting to get hot here or is it just me? Well, the sun is beginning to shine high, the flowers are in full bloom and Sea Salt Ice Cream is now on sale, this can mean only one thing… we at KHV are holding our second KHVids Podcast Summer Mini Series! Here is where we give you the opportunity to let your voice be heard! What is the Summer Mini Series? The Summer Mini Series is a summer activity with the opportunity for all members of KHV to become involved with the KH-Vids podcasts. Members in groups have the ability to make their own podcast episode and which will be posted on KHV for all to hear! Based on last year, we will be keeping the Mini Series open and active from May to August. This means that the opportunity to hand in a podcast for Mini Series will run from now till 31st July, but may change depending on popularity and activity shown by members. This means after reading this thread all the way through, you can start organising and putting a group together to make a Mini Series podcast! I will post up a thread soon where member can organise groups, post interests and say if you’re looking to start a group or join one. This will NOT affect the official podcasts and is not a supplement for them, it is instead a way for members to participate in the community and talk with friends or even strangers for the first time on topics you find fun and interesting. What will I need to take part? You will need: A willing group of victims members (Min.: 3, Max.: 5) Registered KH-Vids members with at least 10 posts. A method of voice calling. (E.g. Skype) A voice calling recorder. (E.g. voipcallrecording or ifree-recorder) A program to edit the audio. (E.g. Audacity) Microphones for all participants, and clear enough for all to hear. A willingness to talk and listen to others! :] What topics can I talk about? Podcasts can include one topic that is discussed throughout the podcast or hold a wide range. They can be based around anything, you have total freedom in what you want to do (within the restriction of the Rules) but remember that you are recording for people to listen to. Try to not pick a very narrow topic that many people may not understand or take interest in, or that you have to explain what everything is all the time! XD However, you MUST contact Peace and War with the topic you wish to discuss, and the same topic cannot be talked about by the same groups (more on this in the Rules below). Summer Mini Series Rules Violating any of these extensively will mean your episode is not eligible for the Summer Mini Series, and will most likely NOT BE POSTED. Please read over them carefully. A member from each podcast group MUST contact Peace and War BEFORE recording an episode, informing about the members of the group and the topic(s) of discussion. Contact me through one of the methods listed in Contact Me! with the title ‘Mini Series Proposal - *insert your username here*’. One may not simply send in a podcast without telling me! : P Each Mini Series podcast must be comprised of different topics to one another. So, for example, two groups cannot talk about Doctor Who for a whole episode. The first group to get an approved Proposal will be able to pick a full Doctor Who episode (so first come, first serve deal). However, subsequent groups may talk about Doctor Who for a small part of their podcast but not the majority and must have other topics lined up as well. After you submit the Mini Series Proposal, I MUST confirm the topic is eligible for you to talk about it and record it. I will reply as fast as I can. The members in each podcast group are in control of their own episode: getting a group together, recording, editing, and submitting it to Peace and War. You may ask for help from others not in your group such as editing the podcast if you are unable but you MUST credit whoever helped you when you submit it. You may receive help from fellow members ONLY (talk to me if you cannot find anyone but make sure you post in this thread asking for help first off). Additionally, a number of Staff members have volunteered to help out in certain areas shown here. Only ask for help from them in the areas they've volunteered to help with, k? Each Mini Series podcast should be no more than 45 minutes. If this occurs, you must cut it down until it reaches 45 minutes, otherwise it will not be eligible and will not be posted. One member per podcast group. Per two podcast groups, if in a different podcast group. (For example: If I am in a group with members A, B and C, I cannot be in another group with any of those members again. However, I could be in one other group if it included members D, E and F). This goes for any participating Staff members, they'll do a maximum of two Mini Series Podcasts (unless they really want more!). The format of the podcast MUST in MP3 when handed in to Peace and War. No vulgar language, swearing must be kept to a minimum No use of sexual jokes, racial jokes, offensive terms. No bashing of other members or fan sites. Here are some guidelines to follow for the Mini Series: Participants may be any registered KHV members, from regular members to premiums and staff. Avoid inside jokes, try to talk with an audience in mind who may not understand your topic. If your podcast has spoilers about a TV series, game, movie, book, etc, you will NEED to mention so in the description when submitting. Try to stay on topic. If you go off topic, try to get back on the topic of the podcast. Plan beforehand with your group what you’ll talk about and make sure everyone has an equal turn in talking. Keep in mind throughout the Podcast recording how much time you have left before 45 minutes is up. If you need to, take a moment to re-focus mid podcast and edit it out afterward. Enjoy it, duh, this is meant to be something to enjoy! : D Recording and Editing - credit to Misty Spoiler MP3 Skype Recorder (Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8) Step #1: Download & install Head over to this page and click “Download latest version 3.1 - [BMP3SkypeRecorderSetup.exe[/B] (2.4 MB) (recommended).” Run the installer and open the program once it finishes. Step #2: Configure MP3 Skype Recorder In the window that opens, you’ll have a relatively simple user interface. If you want to change where your recordings are saved, you can click the folder button and choose a different one (default is the Desktop). I’d recommend setting your Recording Mode to Stereo and your Recording Bit Rate to 128. Close out of the program completely, for now. Check your system tray to make sure it’s not open in there. Step #3: Allow access to Skype Open up Skype and then open MP3 Skype Recorder. Skype should have a small notification towards the top asking if you’d like to allow MP3 Skype Recorder access to record. Allow it. In MP3 Skype Recorder, it should now say Connected to Skype at the bottom. Keep it open. Step #4: Start a Skype call & record it You can call a friend or make a Skype test call—either will work fine. Once the call has started, open up MP3 Skype Recorder and hit the Record button (red circle, furthest to the left). A window should appear telling you that a recording is in progress. Have a test call with you and the other person talking back and forth a bit. Once you’ve got an adequate test, you can either end the call via Skype, or hit the Stop button in MP3 Skype Recorder. The file will appear in whichever folder you chose to save to, and you should get a confirmation in the window that appeared earlier. Having trouble recording? No worries! Feel free to contact me with questions and I’ll do my best. There’s plenty of software out there that can do the same thing and even function similarly if you really can’t get it working. Here’s a few option—I haven’t personally tested all of them, but I can offer whatever help within my power. Messenger Plus (Windows & Mac) Download link: http://shop.skype.com/apps/Call-recording-audio-video/Messenger-Plus-for-Skype.html Callgraph (Windows) Download link: http://scribie.com/free-skype-recorder Warning: I’ve had trouble getting this program to work. Use at your own risk. Garageband, Soundflower, & LineIn (Mac) Downloads & tutorial: http://www.wikihow.com/Record-Skype-Into-Garageband-With-SoundFlower-and-LineIn (Supports Mac only) Warning: this is an advanced method and is not recommended if you don’t know what you’re doing! SkypeCallRecorder (Linux) Tutorial: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/SkypeRecordingHowto Got another program that works for you? Feel free to post and share it with others! Can’t get it working? Simply ask for help. If you really can’t get it working, though, contact me (Misty) and I can record for you. Editing your podcast You have your recording all done, but it needs some editing! Maybe you want to add an intro or cut out some chatter. It’s not hard! There are a lot of audio editing programs out there. Because you’ll probably just be doing simple edits, you won’t need anything fancy. Mac users will probably find GarageBand sufficient. Audacity is a fantastic program that’s available for Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. If you need help using it, check out their beginner’s tutorial. I personally use REAPER, and Jayn wrote up a great tutorial on using it. It’s more so for the Chorus than editing podcasts, but it’s worth a look if you’re really lost. As with recording, if you need help, feel free to ask! Tips Do test records before the actual recording! The worst thing out there is having a great conversation only to find that the recording didn’t work or you forgot to hit the button. Make sure everyone in the call is using a decent microphone. The recording will only be as high quality as the inputs—built-in microphones usually aren’t very good. There are a lot of cheap options out there. Make sure everyone uses headphones during the call. This is the only way to avoid echo! Edit the podcast naturally. Cutting out chatter is a good thing, but be forgiving—if the chatter is interesting or funny, leave it in, even if it’s not completely on topic. Submitting a Mini Series Podcast After your podcast has fully been edited and ready for submission you will need to contact me through any of the ways listed in Contact Me! below. All Members in the group, along with any help you had Link to the Podcast file (MP3 ONLY. Recommend uploading to Box.com) Description of your podcast topics that you discussed in the end, whether it contained spoilers and anything else of note. Once that's all done and I've had a quick listen over it, I'll post it ASAP for the community to hear and cheer about! : D Contact Me! Conversation me: here Through the email: podcast@khvids.net If you have any questions post them in the thread below, I will help clarify any problems you may have. All in all have fun and enjoy yourself, I was in your shoes last year and I loved taking part, so give it a go and I know you will too! : D Any questions or comments post them below. I'll post a link to the group volunteering thread ASAP. Thanks guys, keep on trucking!
In ME3? There is no post game in ME3. It's quite a final ending! XD Actually Lair of the Shadow Broker and Arrival are, timeline wise, post-Collector Base. I'd say get Lair of the Shadow Broker if you don't want to be jumped on in the next game, and Arrival if you really care about the story. In ME3, i HIGHLY recommend getting From Ashes, it adds a very lore exciting team mate, who is also an interesting character in himself, and is just good to have. HIGHLY recommend Leviathan as well, the actual DLC is quite fun, a bit of investigation along with a really eerie tone. And you learn about the Reapers a considerable amount Mind blowing. YOU MUST get Citadel if you are any sort of fn of this series and the characters in it. IT's considered fan service, but it's really the culmination of a great series and an appreiation of all the work you've done so far. I haven't laughed and cried in such a short space of time as I did when playing the DLC Actually if you just care about the lore of the Mass Effect universe, get those DLCs. Totally worth the money especially if you ever replay the games, so many choices.
Was a farce. I'm watching it, an episode behind the latest, but it's ok. Though I do seriously think that it could've better translated from book to tv show. It's the whole, stupidity of some characters. It feels just like most people are being aggressive or fighting for the sake of it. Plus, I hate politics, and this has too much of it. I like how no character is safe from dying, getting dismembered or betraying, keeps you on your toes. And DInklage is a great actor, glad to see he finally got a mainstream show and is becoming more well known. So it's an ok show. I like to see what will happen next, but there is a reason i'm an episode behind
Would've been better as a series of books.
