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Hurricane Irma
Posted 8 years agoHey folks!
Been a very good while. Not much to report at the moment. Work has been keeping me busy, and then I just keep to myself once I get home. Then, I find myself playing video games or watching some Netflix. Don't worry, I am still drawing. Just not as much as I would like to, and I hope to change that in the weeks to come. So if you happened to have come across my new FA page, stay tuned for content. As for this account, I need to upload pics and commissions I took from both FWA and Megaplex. Yeah, that's how slow I have been these days. ^^;
Anyway, I bring Hurricane Irma up because I happen to be in its path, but Orange County is most likely to get a good chunk of the outer portion of the storm. As of this post, we are to expect to really feel the force come 2pm or 3pm. I'm kind of hoping that we don't lost power because I really want to have my PS4 to keep me entertained. XD But if not, I'd best save some references on potential fan art ideas. I'm excited for that, and I recently got a couple of sketch books for the occasion. :) We shall see how that goes.
So I hope to give you guys a proper update once all of this blows over and once I find a good opportunity to tell everyone how I've been.
For my Florida watchers, please be safe out there! Thanks for reading. :)
Been a very good while. Not much to report at the moment. Work has been keeping me busy, and then I just keep to myself once I get home. Then, I find myself playing video games or watching some Netflix. Don't worry, I am still drawing. Just not as much as I would like to, and I hope to change that in the weeks to come. So if you happened to have come across my new FA page, stay tuned for content. As for this account, I need to upload pics and commissions I took from both FWA and Megaplex. Yeah, that's how slow I have been these days. ^^;
Anyway, I bring Hurricane Irma up because I happen to be in its path, but Orange County is most likely to get a good chunk of the outer portion of the storm. As of this post, we are to expect to really feel the force come 2pm or 3pm. I'm kind of hoping that we don't lost power because I really want to have my PS4 to keep me entertained. XD But if not, I'd best save some references on potential fan art ideas. I'm excited for that, and I recently got a couple of sketch books for the occasion. :) We shall see how that goes.
So I hope to give you guys a proper update once all of this blows over and once I find a good opportunity to tell everyone how I've been.
For my Florida watchers, please be safe out there! Thanks for reading. :)
Zombie-Wolf Sketch Commissions!
Posted 8 years agoHey folks!
The lovely
zombie-wolf is offering sketch commissions once again! =D Not sure what her prices are this time. I do want to say it's $15 like last time, but I would ask her just in case. :)
https://www.furaffinity.net/journal/8229322/
That's the journal to go to for all the information and examples needed.
Thanks for looking! =D
The lovely
zombie-wolf is offering sketch commissions once again! =D Not sure what her prices are this time. I do want to say it's $15 like last time, but I would ask her just in case. :) https://www.furaffinity.net/journal/8229322/
That's the journal to go to for all the information and examples needed.
Thanks for looking! =D
Blowing the Dust Off
Posted 8 years agoTesting 1, 2! Testing, testing! Is this thing on?
*clears throat*
Howdy everyone! It most certainly has been awhile, yeah? I don't have much of an excuse for my absence of any updates of late besides having not much of a drive of typing something up. This is probably why I have put off on ever doing video blogs on YouTube.
Let's get to it! The games! You know I love video games! Overwatch has practically taken over for me especially with the new event, Overwatch: Uprising, taking place at this time. And with special events come skins and other goodies for the heroes in the game. With that, I'm slowly getting back into playing with other friends that do have the game. But still, I tend to just play with random people with the mindset that it's myself against computer-controlled characters (yes, I know I'm playing online with others).
And when I have the chance I do get around to playing Yakuza 5. This was the series I had hoped to have finished last year, but I was never able to. I'm still playing it bit-by-bit, and it's become my favorite of the series! At this time, I'm playing as the ex-baseball player Shinada, and I came across a second trainer for him. He's immediately become a new favorite character to play as, and it was real refreshing to get to his chapter after playing Haruka and Akiyama in the previous one. As much fun as I had with those two, I kind of felt they overstayed there welcome. Then again, I'm that rare breed that will attempt at completing any and all side stories for the games. lol Still, I look forward to finishing that game before moving onto something else.
The year before I focused mostly on the PS2 GTA games, and last year it was all about the Yakuza series. This year I may attempt at focusing on Mass Effect 2 and 3 after I obtain any and all DLCs that were not included in the trilogy set I got for the PS3. They're sitting in my shopping cart on PSN with a total rounding about at $57. I'm not too thrilled about the cost, but it's something I will bite the bullet if I want to get the full Mass Effect experience. It's a good thing I finished the first game as I had forgotten just how slow it was when I played it the first time on PC. I can't wait to get to playing Mass Effect 2 again though. That one was a much improved game over its predecessor.
I know there will be a few friends of mine that will get after me to play Yakuza 0 as soon as I finish Y5. I will! Shoot, I plan on pre-ordering Yakuza: Kiwami soon especially for that steel bookcase. A nice little break will do after I finish Y5, and I'm just thinking what else I can do once my Mass Effect playthroughs are done. Maybe the God of War saga I have for PS3? I did finish the first game after all. Or maybe I'll settle for smaller games I have digitally downloaded just to get them out of the way. That is a thought. And once I get into the swing of things with games, I will look into tackling some RPGs. Aah, the never-ending struggle that is RPGs. After seeing Game Sack's episodes on RPGs, I really want to get into the Phantasy Star series since I do have them via Sonic's Genesis Collection. But first, I'll focus on what I have of interest and work my way through the smaller games.
Up next is art. For those that follow me either on Twitter or Fur Affinity will know that I have changed gears as far as the content I want to post. Now I do plan on using my original FA page especially for pics I've taken and art I've commissioned from conventions, but I have started posting new content on a new account. What is it? Well, you'll just have to look for it. ;) Yeah, that isn't fair of me to do that, huh? The reason for this is I want to start anew and really work my way up in gaining recognition. I have to say it hasn't been easy gaining some followers, but I will keep at it! I guess cyberpunk just isn't much of a thing for others. lol Still, it has been a nice change of pace from drawing Speedo and bikini pinups. That doesn't mean I won't stop drawing beach related things. I just want to go for more detailed oriented pieces with some story to go with them. For those that have found it, awesome! I thank you for the continued support! ^^ For everyone else, happy hunting!
That should wrap it up! As always I thank you for taking the time in reading this, and I hope everyone is doing well at this time!
Take care now! Eddie Santiago signing off!
*clears throat*
Howdy everyone! It most certainly has been awhile, yeah? I don't have much of an excuse for my absence of any updates of late besides having not much of a drive of typing something up. This is probably why I have put off on ever doing video blogs on YouTube.
Let's get to it! The games! You know I love video games! Overwatch has practically taken over for me especially with the new event, Overwatch: Uprising, taking place at this time. And with special events come skins and other goodies for the heroes in the game. With that, I'm slowly getting back into playing with other friends that do have the game. But still, I tend to just play with random people with the mindset that it's myself against computer-controlled characters (yes, I know I'm playing online with others).
And when I have the chance I do get around to playing Yakuza 5. This was the series I had hoped to have finished last year, but I was never able to. I'm still playing it bit-by-bit, and it's become my favorite of the series! At this time, I'm playing as the ex-baseball player Shinada, and I came across a second trainer for him. He's immediately become a new favorite character to play as, and it was real refreshing to get to his chapter after playing Haruka and Akiyama in the previous one. As much fun as I had with those two, I kind of felt they overstayed there welcome. Then again, I'm that rare breed that will attempt at completing any and all side stories for the games. lol Still, I look forward to finishing that game before moving onto something else.
The year before I focused mostly on the PS2 GTA games, and last year it was all about the Yakuza series. This year I may attempt at focusing on Mass Effect 2 and 3 after I obtain any and all DLCs that were not included in the trilogy set I got for the PS3. They're sitting in my shopping cart on PSN with a total rounding about at $57. I'm not too thrilled about the cost, but it's something I will bite the bullet if I want to get the full Mass Effect experience. It's a good thing I finished the first game as I had forgotten just how slow it was when I played it the first time on PC. I can't wait to get to playing Mass Effect 2 again though. That one was a much improved game over its predecessor.
I know there will be a few friends of mine that will get after me to play Yakuza 0 as soon as I finish Y5. I will! Shoot, I plan on pre-ordering Yakuza: Kiwami soon especially for that steel bookcase. A nice little break will do after I finish Y5, and I'm just thinking what else I can do once my Mass Effect playthroughs are done. Maybe the God of War saga I have for PS3? I did finish the first game after all. Or maybe I'll settle for smaller games I have digitally downloaded just to get them out of the way. That is a thought. And once I get into the swing of things with games, I will look into tackling some RPGs. Aah, the never-ending struggle that is RPGs. After seeing Game Sack's episodes on RPGs, I really want to get into the Phantasy Star series since I do have them via Sonic's Genesis Collection. But first, I'll focus on what I have of interest and work my way through the smaller games.
Up next is art. For those that follow me either on Twitter or Fur Affinity will know that I have changed gears as far as the content I want to post. Now I do plan on using my original FA page especially for pics I've taken and art I've commissioned from conventions, but I have started posting new content on a new account. What is it? Well, you'll just have to look for it. ;) Yeah, that isn't fair of me to do that, huh? The reason for this is I want to start anew and really work my way up in gaining recognition. I have to say it hasn't been easy gaining some followers, but I will keep at it! I guess cyberpunk just isn't much of a thing for others. lol Still, it has been a nice change of pace from drawing Speedo and bikini pinups. That doesn't mean I won't stop drawing beach related things. I just want to go for more detailed oriented pieces with some story to go with them. For those that have found it, awesome! I thank you for the continued support! ^^ For everyone else, happy hunting!
That should wrap it up! As always I thank you for taking the time in reading this, and I hope everyone is doing well at this time!
Take care now! Eddie Santiago signing off!
Commissions and Adopts!
Posted 9 years agoHey folks!
This is not by me, but here are a select few that could use a boost. :)
zombie-wolf
Witch YCH - http://www.furaffinity.net/view/21305216/
runestone
Discounted Commissions - http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/7891277
Character Adopts - http://www.furaffinity.net/view/21311381/
siobhan
Commissions - http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/7891751/
And that's about it. :) Thanks for looking!
This is not by me, but here are a select few that could use a boost. :)
zombie-wolfWitch YCH - http://www.furaffinity.net/view/21305216/
runestoneDiscounted Commissions - http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/7891277
Character Adopts - http://www.furaffinity.net/view/21311381/
siobhanCommissions - http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/7891751/
And that's about it. :) Thanks for looking!
29 Years
Posted 9 years agoWhere does the time go?
Like before, all that’s been happening for me is work, work, and more work. And when I’m not busy, I’m found just lounging in front of my laptop when I should try to do something more productive. I honestly never thought that what I do could be so draining, but hey, that’s how life goes, right?
There just isn’t much to say about what’s been going on these days. All I do is just go to work, push buttons, come back home, and sleep. Wash, rinse, repeat. These days I have been doing a lot of reflecting on what I’ve done thus far, and that’s something I really shouldn’t do. Why? When one is left to his/her own thoughts, a lot can pop up in one’s mind. That’s been the case with me these days. It’s not fun, and I know others have had similar issues. It can really bring a person down to the point of self-doubt.
Next year, I’m going to be 30, and I feel like I really haven’t accomplished much. I’ll even admit that I make excuses for my shortcomings when I should be the one owning up to them. I need to make a change before I find myself in a place I will regret for the rest of my life. I’ve come this far, and I want to see where a few ideas may take me. I can’t really say what they are at this time. This is all for me to know. As much as I have enjoyed working among with people at Disney World, there have been a couple of signs shown to me that maybe I need to focus on something else. Whether it be looking into a path along Disney or a personal goal, it’s all up in the air.
It’s interesting that I say this now when it’s mostly motivation for me. It’s unwise to tell myself all this or else I’ll be in over my head. I just need a different change of pace before I start to feel comfortable with where I’m at. Granted, I feel a bit accomplished for living off of my own with a bit of help from home here and there, but it’s time that I push myself to be more than just content. A few ideas that I’ve shared with my fellow peers has helped me realize what I need to do if I want to be out of this rut. So we shall see what will become of that and hope this will lead me to something worthwhile.
At this time, I would like to thank those that have taken the time to wish me a happy birthday. Although I did get to do much today, it really put a smile on my face to have people close to you wishing you all the best. I may not be as sociable as many people I know, but I appreciate all the wishes I received. And shoot! I got a couple of awesome birthday drawings! So, there is still something special that happens when it comes to birthdays. Call me a kid at heart, but I like to try to cherish birthdays despite growing older and treating it like any other day.
There was more I wanted to say, but I think I will end this here. Next journal may go in more depth on how I have interacted with other people over the years. You’ll see what I mean whenever I get a chance to type it up. It’s more in-depth of what I mean when one is left to his/her own thoughts.
Anyway, thank you guys once again for wishing me birthday wishes on Twitter, Facebook, and other places.
Have a good one now.
Like before, all that’s been happening for me is work, work, and more work. And when I’m not busy, I’m found just lounging in front of my laptop when I should try to do something more productive. I honestly never thought that what I do could be so draining, but hey, that’s how life goes, right?
There just isn’t much to say about what’s been going on these days. All I do is just go to work, push buttons, come back home, and sleep. Wash, rinse, repeat. These days I have been doing a lot of reflecting on what I’ve done thus far, and that’s something I really shouldn’t do. Why? When one is left to his/her own thoughts, a lot can pop up in one’s mind. That’s been the case with me these days. It’s not fun, and I know others have had similar issues. It can really bring a person down to the point of self-doubt.
Next year, I’m going to be 30, and I feel like I really haven’t accomplished much. I’ll even admit that I make excuses for my shortcomings when I should be the one owning up to them. I need to make a change before I find myself in a place I will regret for the rest of my life. I’ve come this far, and I want to see where a few ideas may take me. I can’t really say what they are at this time. This is all for me to know. As much as I have enjoyed working among with people at Disney World, there have been a couple of signs shown to me that maybe I need to focus on something else. Whether it be looking into a path along Disney or a personal goal, it’s all up in the air.
It’s interesting that I say this now when it’s mostly motivation for me. It’s unwise to tell myself all this or else I’ll be in over my head. I just need a different change of pace before I start to feel comfortable with where I’m at. Granted, I feel a bit accomplished for living off of my own with a bit of help from home here and there, but it’s time that I push myself to be more than just content. A few ideas that I’ve shared with my fellow peers has helped me realize what I need to do if I want to be out of this rut. So we shall see what will become of that and hope this will lead me to something worthwhile.
At this time, I would like to thank those that have taken the time to wish me a happy birthday. Although I did get to do much today, it really put a smile on my face to have people close to you wishing you all the best. I may not be as sociable as many people I know, but I appreciate all the wishes I received. And shoot! I got a couple of awesome birthday drawings! So, there is still something special that happens when it comes to birthdays. Call me a kid at heart, but I like to try to cherish birthdays despite growing older and treating it like any other day.
There was more I wanted to say, but I think I will end this here. Next journal may go in more depth on how I have interacted with other people over the years. You’ll see what I mean whenever I get a chance to type it up. It’s more in-depth of what I mean when one is left to his/her own thoughts.
Anyway, thank you guys once again for wishing me birthday wishes on Twitter, Facebook, and other places.
Have a good one now.
I wish...
Posted 9 years agoEver have times where you are left to your own thoughts? At my work place, I tend to do a lot of thinking, and thinking can be good sometimes. However, I find myself going into very deep thoughts that tend to make me overthink aspects about myself. I know I'm a very flawed individual among many others, and there are many things I'm very thankful about. But there are just certain things I wish I could improve as a person. Could this be about trying to please others? Perhaps... That is one of many things I need to work on, and I really shouldn't worry about what others think. I'm my own person after all, yeah?
Anyway, these are what tend to pop in my head time and again. Be warned that some subjects may come off a bit dark. I wish...
-...I wasn't so self-conscious. I am a very apologetic person for no apparent reason, and I tend to be that way over the smallest of things including stuff that was in no way my fault. Sometimes I think it's just easy that I take the blame. I don't know why... It's just how I have been for awhile.
-...I didn't have intrusive thoughts. I can't say that I suffer from depression. I mean I can get depressed, but part of that may have to do with lack of sleep and stress from life and work. There have just been times where I think of some pretty dark things. I won't say how dark they are, but it's stuff that I could never bring myself to do. I did share something with a very close friend of mine, and I figured it wouldn't hurt to share an example of what I mean. Many of you know that both my grandfathers had passed away two years ago, both six months apart, and witnessing one of them passing away kind of stuck with me. Before I go to bed, I scare myself by thinking what would happen if my life ended right then and there. Where would I go? Who would miss me? What would it feel like? It's scary to think about, and I know better than that. It's just as bad as thinking what would happen if I were shot in the head. If not worse...
-...I could speak up for myself. Being nice is a great feeling, and I like to think I do my best in being considerate to others. There does come a time where I wish I had a strong sense of being perceptive on who might be trying to take advantage of my courtesy. I have to be honest that I can be a pushover and very, very oblivious in my surroundings. Many times I crave to have a backbone so I wouldn't have to put up with people's nonsense and call them out on it. Seriously, that would be a great feeling to stand up for myself and feel like I've done myself right.
There are more, but I may have to call this finished for now. It's rare that I type this and share it with you guys, but it's been something that I've wanted to vent out for quite some time. Just so you all know that I'm all right. These things come and go, and I'm the only one that has to overcome these. I wouldn't want anyone to share some of my dwellings, but I do appreciate any concerns you folks might have.
Thanks for taking the time to read this. Hope you all have a great rest of the weekend.
Anyway, these are what tend to pop in my head time and again. Be warned that some subjects may come off a bit dark. I wish...
-...I wasn't so self-conscious. I am a very apologetic person for no apparent reason, and I tend to be that way over the smallest of things including stuff that was in no way my fault. Sometimes I think it's just easy that I take the blame. I don't know why... It's just how I have been for awhile.
-...I didn't have intrusive thoughts. I can't say that I suffer from depression. I mean I can get depressed, but part of that may have to do with lack of sleep and stress from life and work. There have just been times where I think of some pretty dark things. I won't say how dark they are, but it's stuff that I could never bring myself to do. I did share something with a very close friend of mine, and I figured it wouldn't hurt to share an example of what I mean. Many of you know that both my grandfathers had passed away two years ago, both six months apart, and witnessing one of them passing away kind of stuck with me. Before I go to bed, I scare myself by thinking what would happen if my life ended right then and there. Where would I go? Who would miss me? What would it feel like? It's scary to think about, and I know better than that. It's just as bad as thinking what would happen if I were shot in the head. If not worse...
-...I could speak up for myself. Being nice is a great feeling, and I like to think I do my best in being considerate to others. There does come a time where I wish I had a strong sense of being perceptive on who might be trying to take advantage of my courtesy. I have to be honest that I can be a pushover and very, very oblivious in my surroundings. Many times I crave to have a backbone so I wouldn't have to put up with people's nonsense and call them out on it. Seriously, that would be a great feeling to stand up for myself and feel like I've done myself right.
There are more, but I may have to call this finished for now. It's rare that I type this and share it with you guys, but it's been something that I've wanted to vent out for quite some time. Just so you all know that I'm all right. These things come and go, and I'm the only one that has to overcome these. I wouldn't want anyone to share some of my dwellings, but I do appreciate any concerns you folks might have.
Thanks for taking the time to read this. Hope you all have a great rest of the weekend.
Tumblr
Posted 9 years agoYep! I have it! I plan to use it for future WIPs and sketches. And since the site seems to cater towards certain fandoms, you can expect fan art to be posted like Undertale, Star Fox, and the like. :)
http://eddie-the-wolf.tumblr.com/
Thanks for taking a look!
http://eddie-the-wolf.tumblr.com/
Thanks for taking a look!
FWA and Yakuza (April 2016 Update)
Posted 9 years agoGreetings!
It’s that time again! No, I’m not trying to be a Yakko Warner with a Wheel of Morality scrolling up next to me. Stuff like that doesn’t happen in real life, but that would be neat to see! I wonder what the moral of today’s story might be… Right, that’s enough of Animaniacs for now. Thank you, Netflix, for bringing a bit of my 90s childhood back! Now I understand the appeal of binge watching when people talk about sitting down and breeze through an entire season (or series in certain cases) of a show. You have to really keep me intrigued enough to watch a show for a long period of time. I’ll take to movies any day of the week when it comes to Netflix. :)
And now onto the updates! At the beginning of April, I attended Furry Weekend Atlanta for the second time. It’s probably the only out-of-state furry con that I can make a 6-8 hour trip by car. There is Texas Furry Fiesta which would take me up to 12 hours to get there, but it all depends on when both that and FWA will take place. If anything, I would love to travel to Texas to see a few close friends of mine. Only time will tell. Anyway, I digress. The trip to Atlanta was hell with road construction, bad weather, and accidents. There was even a point I wanted to call it quits and just turn back around even though I did pay for my part of a room. Still, I pressed on in hopes that all that driving would be well worth it. And it was! I had a complete blast like I had before, and it was great seeing many people I met last year including a few new faces I came across via Twitter, FA, etc. With the announcement of next year’s theme being video games, I’m really looking forward to attending next year. Shoot, I would love to create a standee or two for the occasion! Now to get my inspiration up and running and get a few ideas on maybe selling prints and or sketch commissions while I’m there!
Remember last year I tackled the Grand Theft Auto trilogy on PS2 (GTA III, Vice City, and San Andreas)? This year I have been focusing on the Yakuza series. For those that aren’t familiar with it, Yakuza is a Sega published and developed series that features an open-world setting with RPG elements and beat ‘em up gameplay. It’s starting to become one of my favorite series in video games and with good reason! Three years ago, I finished the first game on PS2 and never got around to playing the rest until around the beginning of January or February of this year. When I did start off Yakuza 2, I found myself hooked, and I knew what series I wanted to tackle for this year. I might even do a bit of a trend here after I finish the latest game being Yakuza 5. As of now, I’m on Yakuza 4, and this game allows you to control three other characters outside of the main protagonist, Kazuma Kiryu. The Yakuza series is definitely one I would recommend in a heartbeat for those that love well-rounded characters, continuing story, and rich locations. You can own the localized main games on PS2 and PS3. Be mindful that the first two might be hard to find. Also, here is a video that best describes the series as a whole. :)
I normally don’t share personal things about my life as I tend to talk to close friends from time-to-time on what I’m going through. Lately, work has been stressful now that summer is fast approaching. This has kind of caused me to reel back and not be as active as I usually am. Shoot, I haven’t picked up my pencil in a good while to draw anything! There are a couple of sketches I have done, but that’s really about it. It annoys me at times when I feel like I’m not all that productive… There are just so many ideas I want to get around to drawing that just refuse to be put on paper. Like I’ll pick up my pencil and have my sketchbook ready but just stare at it wondering what will be the first shape. When I do have something in mind, the next thing I know it’s either almost time for bed or the start of my work shift or the end of a break. Speaking of, I even tried reading, and it worked for a good while especially on breaks. These days books have become much more difficult to jump into, and I love to read! Yes, these are just small things, but I think there may be something deeper than that. Perhaps I just need a new change of pace with my work situation. The attraction I work at is good and all, but I think it’s time I look into another location with the same area. Once I have that squared away, I should try to focus my attention to some books I have that will hopefully help me understand how to develop a video game.
For now, I’ll be all right. This is just stuff that has been building up, and I need to vent it off somehow. It’s not everything that’s going on in my life, but this is a good portion of what’s been on my mind. I want to create many things and better myself in some areas, and it all comes down to me. I need to make that change in my life if I am to get anywhere.
This will be a good stopping point for now. There is this interesting little documentary I’m currently watching on algorithms on Netflix, and I’m halfway through it just as I’m finishing up with this journal.
Thank you all for reading! I hope everyone is doing well at this time. Tell me about what you guys are up to
Until next time!
It’s that time again! No, I’m not trying to be a Yakko Warner with a Wheel of Morality scrolling up next to me. Stuff like that doesn’t happen in real life, but that would be neat to see! I wonder what the moral of today’s story might be… Right, that’s enough of Animaniacs for now. Thank you, Netflix, for bringing a bit of my 90s childhood back! Now I understand the appeal of binge watching when people talk about sitting down and breeze through an entire season (or series in certain cases) of a show. You have to really keep me intrigued enough to watch a show for a long period of time. I’ll take to movies any day of the week when it comes to Netflix. :)
And now onto the updates! At the beginning of April, I attended Furry Weekend Atlanta for the second time. It’s probably the only out-of-state furry con that I can make a 6-8 hour trip by car. There is Texas Furry Fiesta which would take me up to 12 hours to get there, but it all depends on when both that and FWA will take place. If anything, I would love to travel to Texas to see a few close friends of mine. Only time will tell. Anyway, I digress. The trip to Atlanta was hell with road construction, bad weather, and accidents. There was even a point I wanted to call it quits and just turn back around even though I did pay for my part of a room. Still, I pressed on in hopes that all that driving would be well worth it. And it was! I had a complete blast like I had before, and it was great seeing many people I met last year including a few new faces I came across via Twitter, FA, etc. With the announcement of next year’s theme being video games, I’m really looking forward to attending next year. Shoot, I would love to create a standee or two for the occasion! Now to get my inspiration up and running and get a few ideas on maybe selling prints and or sketch commissions while I’m there!
Remember last year I tackled the Grand Theft Auto trilogy on PS2 (GTA III, Vice City, and San Andreas)? This year I have been focusing on the Yakuza series. For those that aren’t familiar with it, Yakuza is a Sega published and developed series that features an open-world setting with RPG elements and beat ‘em up gameplay. It’s starting to become one of my favorite series in video games and with good reason! Three years ago, I finished the first game on PS2 and never got around to playing the rest until around the beginning of January or February of this year. When I did start off Yakuza 2, I found myself hooked, and I knew what series I wanted to tackle for this year. I might even do a bit of a trend here after I finish the latest game being Yakuza 5. As of now, I’m on Yakuza 4, and this game allows you to control three other characters outside of the main protagonist, Kazuma Kiryu. The Yakuza series is definitely one I would recommend in a heartbeat for those that love well-rounded characters, continuing story, and rich locations. You can own the localized main games on PS2 and PS3. Be mindful that the first two might be hard to find. Also, here is a video that best describes the series as a whole. :)
I normally don’t share personal things about my life as I tend to talk to close friends from time-to-time on what I’m going through. Lately, work has been stressful now that summer is fast approaching. This has kind of caused me to reel back and not be as active as I usually am. Shoot, I haven’t picked up my pencil in a good while to draw anything! There are a couple of sketches I have done, but that’s really about it. It annoys me at times when I feel like I’m not all that productive… There are just so many ideas I want to get around to drawing that just refuse to be put on paper. Like I’ll pick up my pencil and have my sketchbook ready but just stare at it wondering what will be the first shape. When I do have something in mind, the next thing I know it’s either almost time for bed or the start of my work shift or the end of a break. Speaking of, I even tried reading, and it worked for a good while especially on breaks. These days books have become much more difficult to jump into, and I love to read! Yes, these are just small things, but I think there may be something deeper than that. Perhaps I just need a new change of pace with my work situation. The attraction I work at is good and all, but I think it’s time I look into another location with the same area. Once I have that squared away, I should try to focus my attention to some books I have that will hopefully help me understand how to develop a video game.
For now, I’ll be all right. This is just stuff that has been building up, and I need to vent it off somehow. It’s not everything that’s going on in my life, but this is a good portion of what’s been on my mind. I want to create many things and better myself in some areas, and it all comes down to me. I need to make that change in my life if I am to get anywhere.
This will be a good stopping point for now. There is this interesting little documentary I’m currently watching on algorithms on Netflix, and I’m halfway through it just as I’m finishing up with this journal.
Thank you all for reading! I hope everyone is doing well at this time. Tell me about what you guys are up to
Until next time!
Sony PlayStation Portable (and Retro Revival Week)
Posted 9 years agoHey folks!
As the title suggests, I am now a proud owner of a PSP. :) I found one on eBay for $80, and I love it to death! As of now I have three PSP games (Lumines, GTA: Vice City Stories, and Jeanne d'Arc) with three more on the way thanks to my good buddy HartKnight (Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles, Daxter, and Every Extend Extra). In the meantime, I plan to invest in an 8 GB memory stick I found on Amazon for $20. It was the one thing that was lacking when I got the system. Another issue is that it doesn't charge internally, but a separate charger and an extra battery were included in the package. It may be a bit of an annoyance, but I'll manage.
So why a PSP at this time? When the system came out, I was solely interested in the DS. There were a couple from the high school I attended that had a PSP, and I recall seeing Lumines played. As cool as the game was, it wasn't enough to warrant an interest in one. Then again, I just never cared for anything PlayStation related until the PS3. Then a couple of weeks ago, I listened to a podcast from Retronauts, and they reminisced over Sony's handheld. Listening to them talk about it made me very interested in getting one, and there were plenty of games for it. When they mentioned about how easy it was to crack the PSP's firmware for emulators, a thought had occurred to me! If I look at the system more closely, it's practically a Sega Dreamcast handheld! XD Oh man, I can imagine the eyes rolling by this statement. Even though it lacks a right thumbstick, I'm sure to work around it especially with the observation I made with the handheld. lol Plus, I have a Phantasy Star itch to scratch as there were only two Phantasy Star Portable games developed for the PSP.
If you folks are curious, here is a wish list of the games I hope to purchase for the PSP. It looks like I'll have my fill of RPGs, and that's fine by me. :) I think RPGs are well-suited for handhelds especially for those long road trips. And if you have any recommendations, feel free to send them my way!
PlayStation Portable Wish List
Anyway, that's about it with the PSP. I'm still keen on doing this Retro Revival Week business I had mentioned in the previous update. I plan to go over some of the details with a couple of friends who have participated in it a long time ago. There isn't anything new at this time but stay tuned for more info in the weeks to follow. :) I project to start this Monday, March 21st. Here's hoping this goes well. ^^
Anyway, that's all for this small update. PSP awesome stuff abound! =D
Thanks for reading, guys! Eddie the Wolf signing off!
As the title suggests, I am now a proud owner of a PSP. :) I found one on eBay for $80, and I love it to death! As of now I have three PSP games (Lumines, GTA: Vice City Stories, and Jeanne d'Arc) with three more on the way thanks to my good buddy HartKnight (Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles, Daxter, and Every Extend Extra). In the meantime, I plan to invest in an 8 GB memory stick I found on Amazon for $20. It was the one thing that was lacking when I got the system. Another issue is that it doesn't charge internally, but a separate charger and an extra battery were included in the package. It may be a bit of an annoyance, but I'll manage.
So why a PSP at this time? When the system came out, I was solely interested in the DS. There were a couple from the high school I attended that had a PSP, and I recall seeing Lumines played. As cool as the game was, it wasn't enough to warrant an interest in one. Then again, I just never cared for anything PlayStation related until the PS3. Then a couple of weeks ago, I listened to a podcast from Retronauts, and they reminisced over Sony's handheld. Listening to them talk about it made me very interested in getting one, and there were plenty of games for it. When they mentioned about how easy it was to crack the PSP's firmware for emulators, a thought had occurred to me! If I look at the system more closely, it's practically a Sega Dreamcast handheld! XD Oh man, I can imagine the eyes rolling by this statement. Even though it lacks a right thumbstick, I'm sure to work around it especially with the observation I made with the handheld. lol Plus, I have a Phantasy Star itch to scratch as there were only two Phantasy Star Portable games developed for the PSP.
If you folks are curious, here is a wish list of the games I hope to purchase for the PSP. It looks like I'll have my fill of RPGs, and that's fine by me. :) I think RPGs are well-suited for handhelds especially for those long road trips. And if you have any recommendations, feel free to send them my way!
PlayStation Portable Wish List
Anyway, that's about it with the PSP. I'm still keen on doing this Retro Revival Week business I had mentioned in the previous update. I plan to go over some of the details with a couple of friends who have participated in it a long time ago. There isn't anything new at this time but stay tuned for more info in the weeks to follow. :) I project to start this Monday, March 21st. Here's hoping this goes well. ^^
Anyway, that's all for this small update. PSP awesome stuff abound! =D
Thanks for reading, guys! Eddie the Wolf signing off!
March 2016 Update: Retro Revival Idea!
Posted 9 years agoHey folks!
Not really a whole lot to report. I mean who wants to hear me go on and on about how work is. Anyone? Anyone? ...Bueller? ...Bueller? I didn't think so. Haha! Guests are just guests, and there's the usual bad experiences that outweigh the good. If you ask me, it seems that a lot of them are growing more impatient with each passing moment. It's not a pretty sight when you are dealing with them. There have been many, many times where I wanted to turn around and say, "This was your choice. You wanted to ride this ride, and it will take you this long to wait. Probably even more depending on what's going on with the ride."
Anyway, that's enough of that. I got back into Netflix for myself after my dad cancelled his subscription to it. Right now, I am doing the free month trial which I have it set to have the premium stream service (stream up to four devices at once) and the DVD service. Once that trial is up, the monthly fee should be around $20, and that's not too bad. I included the DVD service because Netflix's Instant Watch tends to rotate their movies around in place for others. Plus, there are a BUNCH of movies not shown on Netflix that I've been very, very curious to see. At this time, I have over 500 things on the DVD queue, so I should be set to go through the list for a good while. I don't know how much I have saved on my Instant Watch queue, but I know it's just as plentiful. The system I am going to shoot for when going through my Instant Watch queue is start off with one movie and then watch a few episodes for each day. We shall see how that goes. I'm rather excited to have this service for myself!
Games! All the games! Actually, there are just two to mention at this time, and they are still Yakuza 2 and Tales of Symphonia. I have made plenty of progress in both games even though the latter has proven to be quite a chore. I know I have said this many times before, but I will reiterate it. I do mean what I say that I don't recall ever doing a lot of grinding in the Gamecube release. However, I just played it straight through and never bothered to gain almost all of my characters' abilities. Plus, I'm following a guide this time for the PS3 release, and that's where the grinding comes in. I never realized how many abilities my party has, and it's hard finding stronger enemies to battle to get more EXP. Still, I will plow on through knowing that I've clocked in over 50 hours of gameplay. lol
And now we have Yakuza 2. I believe I'm on the tenth chapter of the game, and the story is getting really, really good! I think I'm enjoying more than the first game, and that's probably for obvious reasons. With that said, I have clocked in over 40 hours of gameplay, and part of that has to do with a select few side missions. Anyone that has played this game might be familiar with the "Adam" Host and Marietta side missions. I realize now that I should have done a bit of multi-tasking in between these missions instead of waiting around before I got a notification to continue with either one... Still, I look forward to finishing the game rather soon. :)
That should do with all the updates at this time. There is an idea I want to share with you all, and I recently thought of it. A few of my gaming buddies might know of this, but there was a user that would host a thing called Retro Revival Week. The premise was dedicating a week of your time in playing old school video games and sharing with others what games you had been playing then. The rules usually consisted that you didn't go beyond the N64 and PS One era, and you were allowed to play PC games prior to 2000. I didn't participate much in it, but I had a lot of fun the one time I did it. So I'm thinking about reviving this idea and making it just a bit longer. Maybe a week and a half or two? I was thinking about a month, but that would be a bit too much after thinking about it a lot. When I came back from home the other day, I did type up a small draft of the rules if I did revive it.
Rules:
- Games that were released prior to the Xbox, Gamecube, and PlayStation 2 are applicable. This includes games prior to the Game Boy Advance.
- PC games made prior to 2005 are applicable.
- Game compilations (i.e. Sonic’s Ultimate Genesis Collection, Midway Arcade Treasures, Metal Slug Anthology, etc) are applicable.
- HD Remasters of PS2/Xbox games and re-releases of 8-/16-/32-/64-bit games are applicable. NO REMAKES, REBIRTHS OR REMIXES POST 2005!!!
Again, this is only a draft, but I do plan on getting in touch with a few sources to help me refine this before I go with this. :) I'm excited about it! It'll be nice to revive this soon. To go with this, I am thinking of periodically posting journals regarding this and have open discussions on topics such as multiplayer experiences, favorite game of all-time, game series growing up on, etc. So stayed tuned on any further development on this in the weeks to follow. The tricky part is setting a good time frame to do this. It would make sense to do it during a time when there wouldn't be a whole lot of new video game releases, but I would hate to put it off until then. The sooner I can get this going, the better the chances I have in getting some involvement from all you fine folks. :)
All right, this is a good stopping point. I need to get to bed or else I'm not going to have much rest for work. That's a bad habit I really need to curb. As always, thanks for taking the time to read this post! I hope everyone is doing well out there. :)
Until next time! Eddie the Wolf signing off!
Not really a whole lot to report. I mean who wants to hear me go on and on about how work is. Anyone? Anyone? ...Bueller? ...Bueller? I didn't think so. Haha! Guests are just guests, and there's the usual bad experiences that outweigh the good. If you ask me, it seems that a lot of them are growing more impatient with each passing moment. It's not a pretty sight when you are dealing with them. There have been many, many times where I wanted to turn around and say, "This was your choice. You wanted to ride this ride, and it will take you this long to wait. Probably even more depending on what's going on with the ride."
Anyway, that's enough of that. I got back into Netflix for myself after my dad cancelled his subscription to it. Right now, I am doing the free month trial which I have it set to have the premium stream service (stream up to four devices at once) and the DVD service. Once that trial is up, the monthly fee should be around $20, and that's not too bad. I included the DVD service because Netflix's Instant Watch tends to rotate their movies around in place for others. Plus, there are a BUNCH of movies not shown on Netflix that I've been very, very curious to see. At this time, I have over 500 things on the DVD queue, so I should be set to go through the list for a good while. I don't know how much I have saved on my Instant Watch queue, but I know it's just as plentiful. The system I am going to shoot for when going through my Instant Watch queue is start off with one movie and then watch a few episodes for each day. We shall see how that goes. I'm rather excited to have this service for myself!
Games! All the games! Actually, there are just two to mention at this time, and they are still Yakuza 2 and Tales of Symphonia. I have made plenty of progress in both games even though the latter has proven to be quite a chore. I know I have said this many times before, but I will reiterate it. I do mean what I say that I don't recall ever doing a lot of grinding in the Gamecube release. However, I just played it straight through and never bothered to gain almost all of my characters' abilities. Plus, I'm following a guide this time for the PS3 release, and that's where the grinding comes in. I never realized how many abilities my party has, and it's hard finding stronger enemies to battle to get more EXP. Still, I will plow on through knowing that I've clocked in over 50 hours of gameplay. lol
And now we have Yakuza 2. I believe I'm on the tenth chapter of the game, and the story is getting really, really good! I think I'm enjoying more than the first game, and that's probably for obvious reasons. With that said, I have clocked in over 40 hours of gameplay, and part of that has to do with a select few side missions. Anyone that has played this game might be familiar with the "Adam" Host and Marietta side missions. I realize now that I should have done a bit of multi-tasking in between these missions instead of waiting around before I got a notification to continue with either one... Still, I look forward to finishing the game rather soon. :)
That should do with all the updates at this time. There is an idea I want to share with you all, and I recently thought of it. A few of my gaming buddies might know of this, but there was a user that would host a thing called Retro Revival Week. The premise was dedicating a week of your time in playing old school video games and sharing with others what games you had been playing then. The rules usually consisted that you didn't go beyond the N64 and PS One era, and you were allowed to play PC games prior to 2000. I didn't participate much in it, but I had a lot of fun the one time I did it. So I'm thinking about reviving this idea and making it just a bit longer. Maybe a week and a half or two? I was thinking about a month, but that would be a bit too much after thinking about it a lot. When I came back from home the other day, I did type up a small draft of the rules if I did revive it.
Rules:
- Games that were released prior to the Xbox, Gamecube, and PlayStation 2 are applicable. This includes games prior to the Game Boy Advance.
- PC games made prior to 2005 are applicable.
- Game compilations (i.e. Sonic’s Ultimate Genesis Collection, Midway Arcade Treasures, Metal Slug Anthology, etc) are applicable.
- HD Remasters of PS2/Xbox games and re-releases of 8-/16-/32-/64-bit games are applicable. NO REMAKES, REBIRTHS OR REMIXES POST 2005!!!
Again, this is only a draft, but I do plan on getting in touch with a few sources to help me refine this before I go with this. :) I'm excited about it! It'll be nice to revive this soon. To go with this, I am thinking of periodically posting journals regarding this and have open discussions on topics such as multiplayer experiences, favorite game of all-time, game series growing up on, etc. So stayed tuned on any further development on this in the weeks to follow. The tricky part is setting a good time frame to do this. It would make sense to do it during a time when there wouldn't be a whole lot of new video game releases, but I would hate to put it off until then. The sooner I can get this going, the better the chances I have in getting some involvement from all you fine folks. :)
All right, this is a good stopping point. I need to get to bed or else I'm not going to have much rest for work. That's a bad habit I really need to curb. As always, thanks for taking the time to read this post! I hope everyone is doing well out there. :)
Until next time! Eddie the Wolf signing off!
Seeking FWA Roommates!
Posted 9 years agoHey folks!
Looks like con season is about to start for me real soon with FWA at the end of next month. The thing is I'm going around asking folks I know if they need any more roommates, and it turns out that some of them are all set. ^^; So I'm putting this journal out in hopes that I might get lucky enough to go.
All I can say is that I'm looking to room with those that are really not into partying and are well kept. Yes, I'm that stingy when it comes to wanting to room with others. I mean drinking is okay as long as you don't do it excessively or are obnoxious about it. With that said, I'm not one to room with someone who smokes.
As for me, I am okay with sleeping on the floor, and I can bring my own things to accommodate for that. :) Just so I don't take up a whole lot of space. lol I can abide by any and all rules that are set especially if there are those that set a curfew. I don't want to disrupt anyone that is sleeping if I accidentally come back late at night. I'm big on courtesy.
I think that about covers it. I might also bring in a few game consoles with me, but that is up in the air.
So if you know of anyone that is seeking for an extra person, don't be afraid to send them my way! I will filter out some that I might not want to be around with, but we will see how this goes. Thanks!
Looks like con season is about to start for me real soon with FWA at the end of next month. The thing is I'm going around asking folks I know if they need any more roommates, and it turns out that some of them are all set. ^^; So I'm putting this journal out in hopes that I might get lucky enough to go.
All I can say is that I'm looking to room with those that are really not into partying and are well kept. Yes, I'm that stingy when it comes to wanting to room with others. I mean drinking is okay as long as you don't do it excessively or are obnoxious about it. With that said, I'm not one to room with someone who smokes.
As for me, I am okay with sleeping on the floor, and I can bring my own things to accommodate for that. :) Just so I don't take up a whole lot of space. lol I can abide by any and all rules that are set especially if there are those that set a curfew. I don't want to disrupt anyone that is sleeping if I accidentally come back late at night. I'm big on courtesy.
I think that about covers it. I might also bring in a few game consoles with me, but that is up in the air.
So if you know of anyone that is seeking for an extra person, don't be afraid to send them my way! I will filter out some that I might not want to be around with, but we will see how this goes. Thanks!
It's 2016, where have I been?
Posted 10 years agoHey folks! Once again, it’s been awhile, and I’ve been meaning to do an update ever since the last one. So here we go as we just jump right into things!
The Christmas season just wasn’t there for me. I couldn’t get into the holiday spirit as things at work were super stressful and tiresome. There were many times I just wanted to keep to myself even though I longed to be in the company of others. So this past holiday just wasn’t the best for me. I didn’t get a whole lot that would warrant my annual video post of Christmas goodies. All I can say was I got three books (all Star Wars related), a movie (Princess Mononoke on Blu-ray), a game (Tales of Xillia which I ended up trading it in for the sequel), a model of the DeLorean from Back to the Future to put together, and a handful of t-shirts from Tee Fury. I know it’s not really about the gifts and more about being with family. Maybe that was what I had missed the most even though I knew I had to work through those holidays. Sure, the paycheck looked great, but I was more concerned about my well-being more than anything around that time.
Now that we have moved into the new year, there are plenty of things I would like to try to accomplish on a more personal level. For starters, I really want to do my best in not stressing over the littlest of things. I’m 28, and it’s time that I shouldn’t let things get the best of me or worry over stuff that wouldn’t benefit me. I really need to learn to appreciate and love myself more because one should really try to focus more on oneself before anything else. From what I have seen of others that have done similar methods, they seem to be more content with their lives, and that’s something I need greatly. I will say that there are certain aspects of myself that I have improved on, but there is always room for more improvement. We are all human beings after all.
As always, I want to try to get into being more active whether it be swimming or walking. I think what I should try to limit myself on how much soda I consume and see if that does reduce my weight. I really want to aim for a bit of a beach body as silly as that may sound. In all seriousness, I would like to have a more lean form even if it means sacrificing on certain things. Not having this gut of mine would be a big blessing. So we shall see what happens. Other goals in mind include improving on my art, setting aside some time to work on my video game idea, and, as always, work at my backlog of video games I have sitting here.
Speaking of games, I’m happy to report that I have completed the PS2 Grand Theft Auto trilogy! I finished San Andreas I believe around the middle of December, and I have to say that I had a much more pleasant experience playing the game this time around than I did when it first game out. Mind you that I had borrowed the game from a friend back in Tennessee for the original Xbox. I just couldn’t get into the game because of how foul it seemed to me, and I wasn’t a fan of its control schemes and dialog. Now that I have matured enough and have played GTA III, Vice City, and San Andreas, I can see the appeal and historical achievement these games tried to accomplish. San Andreas is without a doubt technically superior of the three games in this collection. The world was bigger than III and Vice City combined, and there was a lot one could accomplish if given the time to uncover everything it had to offer. Driving is actually a joy this time around especially with how terrible it was to get around GTA III’s setting. Even the missions are much more varied and fun despite a handful of them being a pain in the butt… Believe it or not I did enjoy the game’s soundtrack this time around! However, Vice City’s soundtrack tops anything any day of the week. The biggest thing that makes San Andreas stand out from the collection is that there are NO load screens when going in-between areas. For a 2004 PS2 game of this scope, I have to say that’s really pushing the limits of what a game can do on a system. Vice City is still the best game in the series with my score of 10, but San Andreas comes real close with a 9.5. It shows that either of the games deserves to be in any greatest games of all-time list compared to GTA III. Seriously, that one really hasn’t aged well…
Another game I got around to finishing recently was Undertale via Steam. For a short game, it left such a big impact. It’s definitely a quirky game for folks that love very off-beat humor and a heavy dose of well-developed characters. That’s something I know I need some work on with my very own characters. I have to say that Undertale has probably set a very high bar as far as indie games are of concern, and I highly recommend checking this gem out if you have a few hours to spare from your daily life. So there will be some fan art of this game very, very soon. Be on the lookout for that!
With those games out of the way, I jumped right into Yakuza 2 for PS2 ever since Yakuza 5 came out for PS3’s PSN store. That has my mention these days, and it’s quite an improvement over the first game particularly how improved combat is along with the game’s pacing. I understand that a few fans that follow me will shake their heads when I say that I’m also doing some of the game’s side missions this time around. I know it’s not all that important to the game, but I am one that wants to get the most out of my game. However, there are some that are just absolutely ridiculous and would probably make one throw his/her controller against the wall especially with how demanding some of these side missions can be. I kid you not! I probably spend a good portion of the game’s fifth chapter doing a couple of dumb side missions. With that said, there was one in particular I actually grew fond over, and it happens to be Japanese mahjong (YouTube it if necessary). Now I won’t say that it has made me a fan of this particular game, but I can appreciate the basics and wouldn’t mind giving it a try if the mood strikes up. So far, I’m having a blast, and I hope to have it done soon.
The other game I’ve gotten back into is Tales of Symphonia. I have played the Gamecube version of it, and I’m using a guide to see what else I might have missed this time around with the PS3 version. I never realized just how much grinding there was to do. Then again, this is a J-RPG, and that is to be expected. But man! Grinding in this game is a bit ridiculous at times. However, I have experienced grinding much worse than this (Final Fantasy II via Dawn of Souls), and the guide has been helpful for the most part on what my characters will gain in the long run. I guess once I get either Yakuza 2 or Symphonia done I would like to dedicate a month on a couple of original Xbox games based on what you guys would like have me play in a voting session. Stay tuned for more on that in a future post.
This might be the part where I’ll try to wrap things up as I would like to have this journal out of the way. All I can say is that I am drawing when I can, and I will do my best to share what I’ve drawn on my Twitter account. There is a project I am working on examples for, and I would like to offer a few spots for commissions in the near future. About five of them have been sketched out, but I want to sketch out a few more before I begin to ink and color them. For those that follow my art accounts, stay tuned for more on that.
Other ideas I want to come up with are journals for discussing on certain topics in general. In a few days I may do just that in hopes of sharing some of my favorite video game songs and remixes of late. The way I would do it is title the journal as if I were making a mixtape based on a theme or a mood. We’ll see how that goes as the year progresses. The same can be said on any books or movies you guys can recommend depending on the genre I’m in the mood for. Lately, it’s been science fiction, and I’ll be sure to type that up a few days after I post some music favorites. I’m kind of excited about it because I want to try to be a bit more active even if it means that it’ll be awhile before I post anything art related on my art accounts.
With that said, I think this will do for this journal update. I hope you guys have an awesome 2016! Lots to do and accomplish! Go out there and make the most of it!
Thanks for reading, guys. And thank you to those that have helped me along the way. You have no idea how much I really appreciate some of the support and advice I have received.
Here’s to the new year!
Eddie the Wolf signing off!
The Christmas season just wasn’t there for me. I couldn’t get into the holiday spirit as things at work were super stressful and tiresome. There were many times I just wanted to keep to myself even though I longed to be in the company of others. So this past holiday just wasn’t the best for me. I didn’t get a whole lot that would warrant my annual video post of Christmas goodies. All I can say was I got three books (all Star Wars related), a movie (Princess Mononoke on Blu-ray), a game (Tales of Xillia which I ended up trading it in for the sequel), a model of the DeLorean from Back to the Future to put together, and a handful of t-shirts from Tee Fury. I know it’s not really about the gifts and more about being with family. Maybe that was what I had missed the most even though I knew I had to work through those holidays. Sure, the paycheck looked great, but I was more concerned about my well-being more than anything around that time.
Now that we have moved into the new year, there are plenty of things I would like to try to accomplish on a more personal level. For starters, I really want to do my best in not stressing over the littlest of things. I’m 28, and it’s time that I shouldn’t let things get the best of me or worry over stuff that wouldn’t benefit me. I really need to learn to appreciate and love myself more because one should really try to focus more on oneself before anything else. From what I have seen of others that have done similar methods, they seem to be more content with their lives, and that’s something I need greatly. I will say that there are certain aspects of myself that I have improved on, but there is always room for more improvement. We are all human beings after all.
As always, I want to try to get into being more active whether it be swimming or walking. I think what I should try to limit myself on how much soda I consume and see if that does reduce my weight. I really want to aim for a bit of a beach body as silly as that may sound. In all seriousness, I would like to have a more lean form even if it means sacrificing on certain things. Not having this gut of mine would be a big blessing. So we shall see what happens. Other goals in mind include improving on my art, setting aside some time to work on my video game idea, and, as always, work at my backlog of video games I have sitting here.
Speaking of games, I’m happy to report that I have completed the PS2 Grand Theft Auto trilogy! I finished San Andreas I believe around the middle of December, and I have to say that I had a much more pleasant experience playing the game this time around than I did when it first game out. Mind you that I had borrowed the game from a friend back in Tennessee for the original Xbox. I just couldn’t get into the game because of how foul it seemed to me, and I wasn’t a fan of its control schemes and dialog. Now that I have matured enough and have played GTA III, Vice City, and San Andreas, I can see the appeal and historical achievement these games tried to accomplish. San Andreas is without a doubt technically superior of the three games in this collection. The world was bigger than III and Vice City combined, and there was a lot one could accomplish if given the time to uncover everything it had to offer. Driving is actually a joy this time around especially with how terrible it was to get around GTA III’s setting. Even the missions are much more varied and fun despite a handful of them being a pain in the butt… Believe it or not I did enjoy the game’s soundtrack this time around! However, Vice City’s soundtrack tops anything any day of the week. The biggest thing that makes San Andreas stand out from the collection is that there are NO load screens when going in-between areas. For a 2004 PS2 game of this scope, I have to say that’s really pushing the limits of what a game can do on a system. Vice City is still the best game in the series with my score of 10, but San Andreas comes real close with a 9.5. It shows that either of the games deserves to be in any greatest games of all-time list compared to GTA III. Seriously, that one really hasn’t aged well…
Another game I got around to finishing recently was Undertale via Steam. For a short game, it left such a big impact. It’s definitely a quirky game for folks that love very off-beat humor and a heavy dose of well-developed characters. That’s something I know I need some work on with my very own characters. I have to say that Undertale has probably set a very high bar as far as indie games are of concern, and I highly recommend checking this gem out if you have a few hours to spare from your daily life. So there will be some fan art of this game very, very soon. Be on the lookout for that!
With those games out of the way, I jumped right into Yakuza 2 for PS2 ever since Yakuza 5 came out for PS3’s PSN store. That has my mention these days, and it’s quite an improvement over the first game particularly how improved combat is along with the game’s pacing. I understand that a few fans that follow me will shake their heads when I say that I’m also doing some of the game’s side missions this time around. I know it’s not all that important to the game, but I am one that wants to get the most out of my game. However, there are some that are just absolutely ridiculous and would probably make one throw his/her controller against the wall especially with how demanding some of these side missions can be. I kid you not! I probably spend a good portion of the game’s fifth chapter doing a couple of dumb side missions. With that said, there was one in particular I actually grew fond over, and it happens to be Japanese mahjong (YouTube it if necessary). Now I won’t say that it has made me a fan of this particular game, but I can appreciate the basics and wouldn’t mind giving it a try if the mood strikes up. So far, I’m having a blast, and I hope to have it done soon.
The other game I’ve gotten back into is Tales of Symphonia. I have played the Gamecube version of it, and I’m using a guide to see what else I might have missed this time around with the PS3 version. I never realized just how much grinding there was to do. Then again, this is a J-RPG, and that is to be expected. But man! Grinding in this game is a bit ridiculous at times. However, I have experienced grinding much worse than this (Final Fantasy II via Dawn of Souls), and the guide has been helpful for the most part on what my characters will gain in the long run. I guess once I get either Yakuza 2 or Symphonia done I would like to dedicate a month on a couple of original Xbox games based on what you guys would like have me play in a voting session. Stay tuned for more on that in a future post.
This might be the part where I’ll try to wrap things up as I would like to have this journal out of the way. All I can say is that I am drawing when I can, and I will do my best to share what I’ve drawn on my Twitter account. There is a project I am working on examples for, and I would like to offer a few spots for commissions in the near future. About five of them have been sketched out, but I want to sketch out a few more before I begin to ink and color them. For those that follow my art accounts, stay tuned for more on that.
Other ideas I want to come up with are journals for discussing on certain topics in general. In a few days I may do just that in hopes of sharing some of my favorite video game songs and remixes of late. The way I would do it is title the journal as if I were making a mixtape based on a theme or a mood. We’ll see how that goes as the year progresses. The same can be said on any books or movies you guys can recommend depending on the genre I’m in the mood for. Lately, it’s been science fiction, and I’ll be sure to type that up a few days after I post some music favorites. I’m kind of excited about it because I want to try to be a bit more active even if it means that it’ll be awhile before I post anything art related on my art accounts.
With that said, I think this will do for this journal update. I hope you guys have an awesome 2016! Lots to do and accomplish! Go out there and make the most of it!
Thanks for reading, guys. And thank you to those that have helped me along the way. You have no idea how much I really appreciate some of the support and advice I have received.
Here’s to the new year!
Eddie the Wolf signing off!
From Birthday to Halloween with Great News!
Posted 10 years agoHello once again folks! It’s your beach lovin’ guy, Eddie the Wolf, coming at you with a life update! =D
Let me ask you this: Are you guys ready for Halloween? Yeah? What plans do you all have for the occasion? I want to know! ^^ For me, I will be working, but I hope to get some Halloween gaming done with Resident Evil 4. I also hope to have a couple of drawings done in time since I want to be able to do a piece for the upcoming holidays. Lots to do between now and the end of the year drawing wise! The idea I have in mind this time will feature four of my characters dressed up as video game characters: my fursona along with my samurai, Raul Xi, will be dressed in my take on the Gunstar Super Heroes outfits while my lioness, Lucy Martinez, and my tigress, Jane Hanzawa, will be R. Mika and Cammy respectively from the Street Fighter series (particularly the outfits shown in Street Fighter V).
Since I did mention gaming, I recently finished Demon’s Souls via co-op sessions with Usagi704 and JiibayDan. I had hoped to do some with HartKnight, but I’m sure we will at some point. :) I look forward to doing so again. Since they have been playing this every year when the game first game out, it got me inspired to play it! I will say that the game does not let you leave without many of its punishing difficulty, but that is mostly due to human error. It was best that I played it with others because I think I would have given up on the game real easily knowing myself. lol For the most part, I had a lot of fun and had to laugh at myself for all the mistakes and blunders I made during my sessions. I do thank the fine folks I co-oped with for their patience. It was a tough game to swallow, but I am glad to have played it all the way. :) If I feel like it, I may even play the New Game + myself, but it really depends on how I feel about it. Still, I’m up for more co-op sessions for the New Game stuff if you guys are. And, I might even consider continuing with the Souls series. I liked it that much, and I always welcome a challenge! I can even see why you guys would play this series for Halloween. A lot of the bosses you face certainly would send chills down any gamer’s spine.
So the question is how would I score Demon’s Souls? I think it gets an 8.5 out of 10. The game is very challenging, and I appreciate that greatly! The game would otherwise be a 9 if it weren’t for the difficulty. Yeah, I’m going to be that guy. XD Still, the way the game integrates the hint messages is a big welcome and very innovative adding great depth to the game’s lore. It’s really refreshing to see something like that in video games these days. It’s definitely a game to look into for those wanting a good challenge. And I mean a really good challenge. ;)
Next up will be Resident Evil 4. Now I’ve played it once on the Nintendo Gamecube, and I had a complete blast being freaked with certain situations with it. I picked up the HD version on the PS3 while there was a sale going on awhile back via PlayStation Store. No doubt I’m going to have similar unnerving experiences throughout, but I’m sure to have loads of fun. :) After I’m done with that and Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy for
thecarminek9's YouTube channel, I plan to go back to GTA: San Andreas which will conclude the PS2 trilogy set I purchased earlier this year. After that, I will continue to play more of Tales of Symphonia and Xillia on the PS3.
Speaking of the Tales of series, I plan on knocking away at my backlog which includes Tales of Phantasia. I know I keep saying that I will, but I will do my best to get to it. ^^; I’m sure many fans enjoy the game, but I’m playing the GBA version of it. If I had my hands on the SNES or PS1 version, I probably would enjoy it more for the fact that combat looks and plays out real smooth compared to how sluggish it is on the GBA. :/ That’s really why I’ve taken so long to beat it. Plus, I’m stuck in one section of the game where it’s a maze. The last thing I want to do is start all over. I WANT TO BE DONE WITH IT! DX If you look at my backlog, the games you see in my “Now Playing” section is what I plan to focus on before trying to tackle other games. After that, I hope to get to other games I have been in the middle of for quite some time. I don’t know… There’s just a lot I really need to play through. ^^; Maybe I will have a month dedicated to a theme and focus on a handful of games based on what you guys choose. :) We’ll see how that pans out! I need to give it a try at some point with my current “Now Playing” section real soon.
That’s enough about games right now. Let’s move on to how my birthday went! It was an awesome three-day weekend! =D The day before my birthday I went with
tartii and thecarminek9 for Epcot’s Food and Wine festival. We got to try out a lot of food samples that were offered (within our budget, of course). I think that I had a much better experience this time around since I had others to share the occasion with. The day of I went to a Halloween furry gathering in Sarasota where I met 
poim and 
kalibri, who I’ve known for some time, and it was fun. I did a small art trade while I was there, and it goes to show that I really need to work on drawing more females. Why must they be so difficult to draw? Why?! Always how the hips are. Always! DX Anyway, the day after I spent indoors just watching some football, and it was mostly a relaxing time. As for the presents, I got plenty as you can see here in this picture.
Hmm… I think that about covers everything that’s been going on. :) Now there was something that happened recently that I need to share. As of this update, I found out that I will be full-time status at Disney World on November 1st! I was caught by surprise when I was asking for help on how I can get full-time. I remember going on their website to transfer to other places with hopes of going full-time then. Since people have transferred out of my area, it seemed that my chances of going full-time were high. And so, this just happened. lol I can’t complain! Now I don’t have to worry about picking up hours. ^^ With that, I may be a bit quiet as far as gaming and art updates go.
Speaking of art, I hope to have some ideas drawn up between now and when the new year rolls around which include reference sheets for my characters (they desperately need them) and a commission examples of an idea I really look forward to doing soon. But first, I want to accomplish the Halloween ideas I mentioned earlier. They might be a bit rushed, but I look forward to finishing them real soon. So stay tuned on that!
Anyway, that should do it! Thank you all for reading and to any and all that wished me a happy birthday. I really appreciated them. ^^
Take care, everyone! And have a great rest of the weekend.
Eddie the Wolf signing off!
Let me ask you this: Are you guys ready for Halloween? Yeah? What plans do you all have for the occasion? I want to know! ^^ For me, I will be working, but I hope to get some Halloween gaming done with Resident Evil 4. I also hope to have a couple of drawings done in time since I want to be able to do a piece for the upcoming holidays. Lots to do between now and the end of the year drawing wise! The idea I have in mind this time will feature four of my characters dressed up as video game characters: my fursona along with my samurai, Raul Xi, will be dressed in my take on the Gunstar Super Heroes outfits while my lioness, Lucy Martinez, and my tigress, Jane Hanzawa, will be R. Mika and Cammy respectively from the Street Fighter series (particularly the outfits shown in Street Fighter V).
Since I did mention gaming, I recently finished Demon’s Souls via co-op sessions with Usagi704 and JiibayDan. I had hoped to do some with HartKnight, but I’m sure we will at some point. :) I look forward to doing so again. Since they have been playing this every year when the game first game out, it got me inspired to play it! I will say that the game does not let you leave without many of its punishing difficulty, but that is mostly due to human error. It was best that I played it with others because I think I would have given up on the game real easily knowing myself. lol For the most part, I had a lot of fun and had to laugh at myself for all the mistakes and blunders I made during my sessions. I do thank the fine folks I co-oped with for their patience. It was a tough game to swallow, but I am glad to have played it all the way. :) If I feel like it, I may even play the New Game + myself, but it really depends on how I feel about it. Still, I’m up for more co-op sessions for the New Game stuff if you guys are. And, I might even consider continuing with the Souls series. I liked it that much, and I always welcome a challenge! I can even see why you guys would play this series for Halloween. A lot of the bosses you face certainly would send chills down any gamer’s spine.
So the question is how would I score Demon’s Souls? I think it gets an 8.5 out of 10. The game is very challenging, and I appreciate that greatly! The game would otherwise be a 9 if it weren’t for the difficulty. Yeah, I’m going to be that guy. XD Still, the way the game integrates the hint messages is a big welcome and very innovative adding great depth to the game’s lore. It’s really refreshing to see something like that in video games these days. It’s definitely a game to look into for those wanting a good challenge. And I mean a really good challenge. ;)
Next up will be Resident Evil 4. Now I’ve played it once on the Nintendo Gamecube, and I had a complete blast being freaked with certain situations with it. I picked up the HD version on the PS3 while there was a sale going on awhile back via PlayStation Store. No doubt I’m going to have similar unnerving experiences throughout, but I’m sure to have loads of fun. :) After I’m done with that and Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy for
thecarminek9's YouTube channel, I plan to go back to GTA: San Andreas which will conclude the PS2 trilogy set I purchased earlier this year. After that, I will continue to play more of Tales of Symphonia and Xillia on the PS3.Speaking of the Tales of series, I plan on knocking away at my backlog which includes Tales of Phantasia. I know I keep saying that I will, but I will do my best to get to it. ^^; I’m sure many fans enjoy the game, but I’m playing the GBA version of it. If I had my hands on the SNES or PS1 version, I probably would enjoy it more for the fact that combat looks and plays out real smooth compared to how sluggish it is on the GBA. :/ That’s really why I’ve taken so long to beat it. Plus, I’m stuck in one section of the game where it’s a maze. The last thing I want to do is start all over. I WANT TO BE DONE WITH IT! DX If you look at my backlog, the games you see in my “Now Playing” section is what I plan to focus on before trying to tackle other games. After that, I hope to get to other games I have been in the middle of for quite some time. I don’t know… There’s just a lot I really need to play through. ^^; Maybe I will have a month dedicated to a theme and focus on a handful of games based on what you guys choose. :) We’ll see how that pans out! I need to give it a try at some point with my current “Now Playing” section real soon.
That’s enough about games right now. Let’s move on to how my birthday went! It was an awesome three-day weekend! =D The day before my birthday I went with
tartii and thecarminek9 for Epcot’s Food and Wine festival. We got to try out a lot of food samples that were offered (within our budget, of course). I think that I had a much better experience this time around since I had others to share the occasion with. The day of I went to a Halloween furry gathering in Sarasota where I met 
poim and 
kalibri, who I’ve known for some time, and it was fun. I did a small art trade while I was there, and it goes to show that I really need to work on drawing more females. Why must they be so difficult to draw? Why?! Always how the hips are. Always! DX Anyway, the day after I spent indoors just watching some football, and it was mostly a relaxing time. As for the presents, I got plenty as you can see here in this picture.Hmm… I think that about covers everything that’s been going on. :) Now there was something that happened recently that I need to share. As of this update, I found out that I will be full-time status at Disney World on November 1st! I was caught by surprise when I was asking for help on how I can get full-time. I remember going on their website to transfer to other places with hopes of going full-time then. Since people have transferred out of my area, it seemed that my chances of going full-time were high. And so, this just happened. lol I can’t complain! Now I don’t have to worry about picking up hours. ^^ With that, I may be a bit quiet as far as gaming and art updates go.
Speaking of art, I hope to have some ideas drawn up between now and when the new year rolls around which include reference sheets for my characters (they desperately need them) and a commission examples of an idea I really look forward to doing soon. But first, I want to accomplish the Halloween ideas I mentioned earlier. They might be a bit rushed, but I look forward to finishing them real soon. So stay tuned on that!
Anyway, that should do it! Thank you all for reading and to any and all that wished me a happy birthday. I really appreciated them. ^^
Take care, everyone! And have a great rest of the weekend.
Eddie the Wolf signing off!
The ABC Meme!
Posted 10 years agoI've been seeing this pop up here and there. It's time I give it a go. =P
A – Age: 28!
B – Biggest fear: Not seeing my dream through...
C – Current time: 2:32pm
D – Drink you last had/are having: Water
E – Easiest person to talk to: So many people... Has to be
catinyourcloset along with a few others like 
stangwolf, 
megawolf77, and zombie-wolf. They're just the best. :)
F – Favorite song: Hmm... "The Grid" by Philip Glass
G – Ghosts, are they real: The Holy Spirit, yes
H – Heritage: Puerto Rican from my mom's side, German from my dad's side.
I – In love with: Video games! Who needs reality? =P
J – Jealous of: Those with a significant other. Hoping someone comes my way...
K – Killed someone?: Nope! Unless you are referring to video games. Oh, the stuff you can do in the GTA games. XD
L – Last time you cried?: When my grandfather (mom's dad) passed away. I deeply miss him to this day. His advice and encouragement right now is greatly needed.
M – Middle name: Austin
N – Number of siblings: Two younger sisters.
O – One wish: To be able to stand up for myself at times and not be a doormat.
P – Person who you last called: Disney Deployment to see if I could come in early for work.
Q – Question you’re always asked: Any cute girls at your job? Yes, but most of them are either too young or already seeing others... Never fails...
R – Reason to smile: Friends, family, drawing skills, and living.
S – Song last sang: "The Face of Love" by Sanctus Real
T – Time you woke: 10:30am
U – Underwear color: Dark olive base color with a light olive rectangle and diamond pattern. Probably my favorite of the bunch I have. XD
V – Vacation destination: Puerto Rico. Would love to visit the UK and Japan soon
W – Worst habit: Probably chewing the inside of my mouth.
X – X-rays you’ve had: My teeth showing four cavities... Was not a fun time...
Y – Your favorite food: Mom's cooking
Z – Zodiac sign: Libra
Journal update to come soon! =D
A – Age: 28!
B – Biggest fear: Not seeing my dream through...
C – Current time: 2:32pm
D – Drink you last had/are having: Water
E – Easiest person to talk to: So many people... Has to be
catinyourcloset along with a few others like 
stangwolf, 
megawolf77, and zombie-wolf. They're just the best. :)F – Favorite song: Hmm... "The Grid" by Philip Glass
G – Ghosts, are they real: The Holy Spirit, yes
H – Heritage: Puerto Rican from my mom's side, German from my dad's side.
I – In love with: Video games! Who needs reality? =P
J – Jealous of: Those with a significant other. Hoping someone comes my way...
K – Killed someone?: Nope! Unless you are referring to video games. Oh, the stuff you can do in the GTA games. XD
L – Last time you cried?: When my grandfather (mom's dad) passed away. I deeply miss him to this day. His advice and encouragement right now is greatly needed.
M – Middle name: Austin
N – Number of siblings: Two younger sisters.
O – One wish: To be able to stand up for myself at times and not be a doormat.
P – Person who you last called: Disney Deployment to see if I could come in early for work.
Q – Question you’re always asked: Any cute girls at your job? Yes, but most of them are either too young or already seeing others... Never fails...
R – Reason to smile: Friends, family, drawing skills, and living.
S – Song last sang: "The Face of Love" by Sanctus Real
T – Time you woke: 10:30am
U – Underwear color: Dark olive base color with a light olive rectangle and diamond pattern. Probably my favorite of the bunch I have. XD
V – Vacation destination: Puerto Rico. Would love to visit the UK and Japan soon
W – Worst habit: Probably chewing the inside of my mouth.
X – X-rays you’ve had: My teeth showing four cavities... Was not a fun time...
Y – Your favorite food: Mom's cooking
Z – Zodiac sign: Libra
Journal update to come soon! =D
The October 2015 Update
Posted 10 years agoHey guys!
It's your beach lovin' wolf, Eddie, coming at you from the state of Florida! Work has, of course, kept me busy! Nothing much to report other than the usual guest crowd, but I manage. :) Anyway, I'm going to be a bit brief.
Since this month has started, I plan to play two maybe three games dedicated to the Halloween season: Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy, Demon's Souls, and Resident Evil 4 HD Edition. The first game I'm going to be playing it with thecarminek9 who happens to have a YouTube channel for his Let's Play sessions.
Furst Edition YouTube Channel
He started it earlier this year, and I'm helping him out whenever possible. Plus, it's fun to revisit one of my favorite games on the GameCube. ^^ Too bad a sequel was never made. It really begs for one.
Demon's Souls I plan to play with a few other folks via co-op. I understand how challenging and frustrating this game is from many others, but I'm willing to play through it. :) It's given me quite the beating, but playing it via co-op has been loads of fun so far. I know I'm going to be asking my buddies a lot to play through this since the game seems to encourage co-op along with a few other morbid things. XD So far, I seem to be enjoying it with them!
Finally, it's Resident Evil 4. I played this game on the GameCube when it first game out. Lots and lots of memories playing it at a friend's house and dying plenty of times. The game put me on edge throughout, and that was what I loved about it. I'm sure I can squeeze some time in to play it. Hopefully, it will be near the last week of this month. :)
Anyway, I am posting this because next week I'll be 28, and I enjoy posting birthday wish lists. This time around it's going to be a bit short. I honestly can't think of much, and that's fine! Not even any games this time around. XD Yeah, that is going to hold off until I try to finish a good portion of what I have. ^^; So here we go!
-Princess Mononoke (Blu-ray)
-Spirited Away (Blu-ray)
-Qatsi Trilogy Criterion Collection (Blu-ray)
-Mad Max Anthology (Blu-ray)
-Gargoyles Season 2 Vol. 2 (DVD)
-Art featuring a few of my characters
-subscription to the WWE Network (weird request, I know)
-Back to the Future 30 Anniversary Edition (Blu-ray)
-Life Itself by Roger Ebert (book)
-Wrestling For My Life by Shawn Michaels (book)
-Armada by Ernest Cline (book)
-Neuromancer by William Gibson (book)
And that should do it. Just more books and movies this time around. XD And as of now, there is a package here that was sent by my mom, and I plan on opening it probably midnight or later in the day of my birthday. It's so tempting not to open it since it's sitting next to my small TV stand begging me to be unwrapped.
Anyway, I hope you guys have been doing well! Like I said, just a brief update and nothing more.
You guys take care and have a great Halloween season!
Eddie the Wolf signing off!
It's your beach lovin' wolf, Eddie, coming at you from the state of Florida! Work has, of course, kept me busy! Nothing much to report other than the usual guest crowd, but I manage. :) Anyway, I'm going to be a bit brief.
Since this month has started, I plan to play two maybe three games dedicated to the Halloween season: Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy, Demon's Souls, and Resident Evil 4 HD Edition. The first game I'm going to be playing it with
thecarminek9 who happens to have a YouTube channel for his Let's Play sessions. Furst Edition YouTube Channel
He started it earlier this year, and I'm helping him out whenever possible. Plus, it's fun to revisit one of my favorite games on the GameCube. ^^ Too bad a sequel was never made. It really begs for one.
Demon's Souls I plan to play with a few other folks via co-op. I understand how challenging and frustrating this game is from many others, but I'm willing to play through it. :) It's given me quite the beating, but playing it via co-op has been loads of fun so far. I know I'm going to be asking my buddies a lot to play through this since the game seems to encourage co-op along with a few other morbid things. XD So far, I seem to be enjoying it with them!
Finally, it's Resident Evil 4. I played this game on the GameCube when it first game out. Lots and lots of memories playing it at a friend's house and dying plenty of times. The game put me on edge throughout, and that was what I loved about it. I'm sure I can squeeze some time in to play it. Hopefully, it will be near the last week of this month. :)
Anyway, I am posting this because next week I'll be 28, and I enjoy posting birthday wish lists. This time around it's going to be a bit short. I honestly can't think of much, and that's fine! Not even any games this time around. XD Yeah, that is going to hold off until I try to finish a good portion of what I have. ^^; So here we go!
-Princess Mononoke (Blu-ray)
-Spirited Away (Blu-ray)
-Qatsi Trilogy Criterion Collection (Blu-ray)
-Mad Max Anthology (Blu-ray)
-Gargoyles Season 2 Vol. 2 (DVD)
-Art featuring a few of my characters
-subscription to the WWE Network (weird request, I know)
-Back to the Future 30 Anniversary Edition (Blu-ray)
-Life Itself by Roger Ebert (book)
-Wrestling For My Life by Shawn Michaels (book)
-Armada by Ernest Cline (book)
-Neuromancer by William Gibson (book)
And that should do it. Just more books and movies this time around. XD And as of now, there is a package here that was sent by my mom, and I plan on opening it probably midnight or later in the day of my birthday. It's so tempting not to open it since it's sitting next to my small TV stand begging me to be unwrapped.
Anyway, I hope you guys have been doing well! Like I said, just a brief update and nothing more.
You guys take care and have a great Halloween season!
Eddie the Wolf signing off!
Mini Artist Feature - ZiggyJ101
Posted 10 years agoHey guys!
Just a small feature for a good friend of mine. ^^ I encourage you guys to check out
ziggyj101. Really awesome guy and artist. Check out what he did for me! :D
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/17909073/
Love this piece to death. He captured this situation really well. :) Give him a watch! He deserves them all. ^^
Thanks for looking guys!
Just a small feature for a good friend of mine. ^^ I encourage you guys to check out
ziggyj101. Really awesome guy and artist. Check out what he did for me! :Dhttp://www.furaffinity.net/view/17909073/
Love this piece to death. He captured this situation really well. :) Give him a watch! He deserves them all. ^^
Thanks for looking guys!
The Amazing Lei-Lani!
Posted 10 years agoHey folks!
This is just a signal boost for the ever-so-talented writer,
lei-lani! I've been watching her ever since I saw her otter lass floating about FA, and I have taken a liking her literary works. I must say that her stories would rival even today's authors. Seriously, some of the works put out on bookshelves are much to be desired.
Anyway, she is trying to get an audience on her SoFurry page, and I am here to promote her latest story!
https://www.sofurry.com/view/900828
The story is NSFW, but reading it makes me want to visit the pool sometime soon (I have all this energy to burn off).
Lei-Lani is a very sweet person with wit and words on her shoulders. :) I plan to do a couple of pics for her with one of them being a sketched cover for a story I am anticipating! =D
Thank you all so much for reading, and I encourage you guys to spread the word for her. ^^
Take care!
This is just a signal boost for the ever-so-talented writer,
lei-lani! I've been watching her ever since I saw her otter lass floating about FA, and I have taken a liking her literary works. I must say that her stories would rival even today's authors. Seriously, some of the works put out on bookshelves are much to be desired.Anyway, she is trying to get an audience on her SoFurry page, and I am here to promote her latest story!
https://www.sofurry.com/view/900828
The story is NSFW, but reading it makes me want to visit the pool sometime soon (I have all this energy to burn off).
Lei-Lani is a very sweet person with wit and words on her shoulders. :) I plan to do a couple of pics for her with one of them being a sketched cover for a story I am anticipating! =D
Thank you all so much for reading, and I encourage you guys to spread the word for her. ^^
Take care!
From Here On Out: The Future of Uploads
Posted 10 years agoHey folks!
This is just a small journal update in regards to the content I will upload on all art sites I am involved. Any and all color pieces will be uploaded across the board while sketches will strictly be for Deviantart and Fur Affinity. The reason for this is that I would like to have my Weasyl and Furrific accounts gain some viewing traffic with colored pieces. Plus, it can get a bit much when trying to cross-post the same image on multiple sites. It's not much of an update, but I wanted to give everyone a head's up. That way people won't think that I'm not active. lol
With that out of the way, I do plan on drawing two group YCH pieces similar to the lifeguard pic I posted. I hope to have them out of the way before the summer season is over. After that, I would like to shift gear and actually on another theme outside of the beach. Have I gained your attention? =P As fun as drawing beach related things is, I would like to try out cyberpunk/sci-fi related things out. It'll be small though, but I hope to gain a grasp of what outfits would be appropriate for this venture. Who knows? I might offer commissions/YCHs out of this. :) Just keep your eyes peeled on my FA page since these will be exclusively on there.
Thanks for reading!
This is just a small journal update in regards to the content I will upload on all art sites I am involved. Any and all color pieces will be uploaded across the board while sketches will strictly be for Deviantart and Fur Affinity. The reason for this is that I would like to have my Weasyl and Furrific accounts gain some viewing traffic with colored pieces. Plus, it can get a bit much when trying to cross-post the same image on multiple sites. It's not much of an update, but I wanted to give everyone a head's up. That way people won't think that I'm not active. lol
With that out of the way, I do plan on drawing two group YCH pieces similar to the lifeguard pic I posted. I hope to have them out of the way before the summer season is over. After that, I would like to shift gear and actually on another theme outside of the beach. Have I gained your attention? =P As fun as drawing beach related things is, I would like to try out cyberpunk/sci-fi related things out. It'll be small though, but I hope to gain a grasp of what outfits would be appropriate for this venture. Who knows? I might offer commissions/YCHs out of this. :) Just keep your eyes peeled on my FA page since these will be exclusively on there.
Thanks for reading!
Megaplex 2015 and More!
Posted 10 years agoHey guys! It's your friendly Eddie the Wolf here!
Around the end of July going into August, I had the chance to go to Megaplex, and I had an absolute blast! What made the experience awesome was being able to participate in the con's Artist's Alley. It was chance for me to see what it was all about so I could potentially do this for future cons. While I may not have taken that many, earning three commissions made it worth taking the chance!
So I have an idea on what to do for next time for FWA next year, and I look forward to that! :D
Big thanks to
citrinelle along with her bf and cousin for an awesome time too! ^^
Anyway, working at Disney has been going all right. While it feels like I never left, it just doesn't feel the same. The College Program group I came with felt so right. It was as if I found my group of people. Now that some of them have dispersed about the parks, I feel like I should do the same once I have been with the company for six months (again). I am currently eyeing on Test Track at Epcot since that would be the closest thing to how safety critical Toy Story Midway Mania is. And now that there's been an announcement with expansions to Hollywood Studios, there will be opportunities abound. :)
And now for gaming! Well, I've taken a bit of a break from GTA: San Andreas. Or rather I haven't touched it much lately, and I've switched my focus a bit towards Tales of Xillia. I've had my eye on it for some time now, and I'm having some fun with it. I kind of wanted to play another Tales game, and it felt refreshing to play one again. The last one I really played was Symphonia for Gamecube, and I've not touched Phantasia for GBA in quite awhile (I need to finish that...).
For now, this will do for an update! Right now, I have been watching some Netflix chopping away at the movies and shows I have been wanting to see while I work on drawing. :) So I hope you guys are having a great summer! I will catch you all another time!
This is Eddie the Wolf signing off!
Around the end of July going into August, I had the chance to go to Megaplex, and I had an absolute blast! What made the experience awesome was being able to participate in the con's Artist's Alley. It was chance for me to see what it was all about so I could potentially do this for future cons. While I may not have taken that many, earning three commissions made it worth taking the chance!
So I have an idea on what to do for next time for FWA next year, and I look forward to that! :D
Big thanks to
citrinelle along with her bf and cousin for an awesome time too! ^^Anyway, working at Disney has been going all right. While it feels like I never left, it just doesn't feel the same. The College Program group I came with felt so right. It was as if I found my group of people. Now that some of them have dispersed about the parks, I feel like I should do the same once I have been with the company for six months (again). I am currently eyeing on Test Track at Epcot since that would be the closest thing to how safety critical Toy Story Midway Mania is. And now that there's been an announcement with expansions to Hollywood Studios, there will be opportunities abound. :)
And now for gaming! Well, I've taken a bit of a break from GTA: San Andreas. Or rather I haven't touched it much lately, and I've switched my focus a bit towards Tales of Xillia. I've had my eye on it for some time now, and I'm having some fun with it. I kind of wanted to play another Tales game, and it felt refreshing to play one again. The last one I really played was Symphonia for Gamecube, and I've not touched Phantasia for GBA in quite awhile (I need to finish that...).
For now, this will do for an update! Right now, I have been watching some Netflix chopping away at the movies and shows I have been wanting to see while I work on drawing. :) So I hope you guys are having a great summer! I will catch you all another time!
This is Eddie the Wolf signing off!
Meet the Artist!
Posted 10 years agoI have been seeing this going around, and I want to participate! There will be a Megaplex journal soon, but I want to do this first. :)
Basics
Name: Eddie
Nickname: Eddie actually. Edwin is my real name though
Location: Orlando, FL
Age: 27
Height: 5’11"
Zodiac sign: Libra
Pets: All back in TN
Favorite thing about yourself: I'm a dreamer. I like to share my thoughts to others when I feel very excited about something.
Worst habit: Worrying. There are many times where I worry and overthink things. I need to fix that especially on what others may think about me...
Fun Fact: I played tuba from middle school all the way through college!
Identity, Sexuality & Personality
Gender identity: Male
Sexual preference: Heterosexual. Yes, even a straight guy like myself can wear Speedos. Forget what society says!
Romantic preference: Loving, caring, intelligent, funny, witty, strong-willed, overall best bud
"Kinsey Scale" score: I guess 1? I don't know this stuff.
Relationship status: Single *sighs*
Myers/Briggs type: ENFJ-T
Hogwarts house: It was Ravenclaw when I took some test. But really, I am a Jedi.
Routine
"Early Bird" or "Night Owl": I think I conditioned myself to be a night owl. lol Whoops.
First thought in the morning: Wow. I slept how long?
Last thought before falling asleep at night: I gotta work tomorrow? Bleh...
School/Work
Do you work or are you a student: I am currently an attractions cast member at Walt Disney World
What do you do well: I enjoy drawing when it cooperates with me. lol
Where do you see yourself in 5 years: I hope to have an indie game either in the works or already done. I just need to set aside some time for that.
Habits (Do you…?)
Drink: Not really. Although I will have something when I feel like it just to cool off or be in the company of others that are responsible enough.
Smoke: Never.
Do Drugs: Unless it's medicated, nope.
Exercise: Swimming when I feel like it. Although, I need to make that as a routine thing.
Have a go-to comfort food: Lifesavers mints. My ultimate weakness. ^^
Have a nervous habit: I tend to ask someone that doesn't look too well if everything is all right. Almost like I have to make sure they're okay. Probably to the point where they get stressed out by me. ^^;
What is your favorite…?
Physical quality (in yourself): I have a young face lol
In Others: Slightly well-built
Mental/emotional quality (in yourself): I do my best to try to help others because the world needs supporters every now and then.
Food: Pizza. Always pizza
Drink: Milk is my water
Animal: Wolves all the way!
Colors: Red, Blue, Green, Black, Brown
Artist/Band/Group: Huey Lewis & The News, Coldplay, Steven Curtis Chapman
Author/Poet: Brian Jacques and Ernest Clive
TV Show: The A-Team, Twilight Zone, Sonic the Hedgehog (Saturday morning show)
Video game: Sonic 2 and Gunstar Heroes
Movie: Star Wars; Raiders of the Lost Ark; Goldfinger; Disney's Robin Hood; Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Well, this was fun! =D Probably the best meme I've taken. lol
Basics
Name: Eddie
Nickname: Eddie actually. Edwin is my real name though
Location: Orlando, FL
Age: 27
Height: 5’11"
Zodiac sign: Libra
Pets: All back in TN
Favorite thing about yourself: I'm a dreamer. I like to share my thoughts to others when I feel very excited about something.
Worst habit: Worrying. There are many times where I worry and overthink things. I need to fix that especially on what others may think about me...
Fun Fact: I played tuba from middle school all the way through college!
Identity, Sexuality & Personality
Gender identity: Male
Sexual preference: Heterosexual. Yes, even a straight guy like myself can wear Speedos. Forget what society says!
Romantic preference: Loving, caring, intelligent, funny, witty, strong-willed, overall best bud
"Kinsey Scale" score: I guess 1? I don't know this stuff.
Relationship status: Single *sighs*
Myers/Briggs type: ENFJ-T
Hogwarts house: It was Ravenclaw when I took some test. But really, I am a Jedi.
Routine
"Early Bird" or "Night Owl": I think I conditioned myself to be a night owl. lol Whoops.
First thought in the morning: Wow. I slept how long?
Last thought before falling asleep at night: I gotta work tomorrow? Bleh...
School/Work
Do you work or are you a student: I am currently an attractions cast member at Walt Disney World
What do you do well: I enjoy drawing when it cooperates with me. lol
Where do you see yourself in 5 years: I hope to have an indie game either in the works or already done. I just need to set aside some time for that.
Habits (Do you…?)
Drink: Not really. Although I will have something when I feel like it just to cool off or be in the company of others that are responsible enough.
Smoke: Never.
Do Drugs: Unless it's medicated, nope.
Exercise: Swimming when I feel like it. Although, I need to make that as a routine thing.
Have a go-to comfort food: Lifesavers mints. My ultimate weakness. ^^
Have a nervous habit: I tend to ask someone that doesn't look too well if everything is all right. Almost like I have to make sure they're okay. Probably to the point where they get stressed out by me. ^^;
What is your favorite…?
Physical quality (in yourself): I have a young face lol
In Others: Slightly well-built
Mental/emotional quality (in yourself): I do my best to try to help others because the world needs supporters every now and then.
Food: Pizza. Always pizza
Drink: Milk is my water
Animal: Wolves all the way!
Colors: Red, Blue, Green, Black, Brown
Artist/Band/Group: Huey Lewis & The News, Coldplay, Steven Curtis Chapman
Author/Poet: Brian Jacques and Ernest Clive
TV Show: The A-Team, Twilight Zone, Sonic the Hedgehog (Saturday morning show)
Video game: Sonic 2 and Gunstar Heroes
Movie: Star Wars; Raiders of the Lost Ark; Goldfinger; Disney's Robin Hood; Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Well, this was fun! =D Probably the best meme I've taken. lol
The July 2015 Update
Posted 10 years agoYo!
I will be brief about this. As much as I want to go into details with things. I have things I want to take care of today. I doubt I will get as much accomplished, but I feel this is necessary to share with what's been going on with this wolf. lol
First off, I am no longer at Busch Gardens anymore. I'm thankful to be out of there working wise. Don't get me wrong! It's a very pretty park to go to, and I would place it higher than Animal Kingdom any day. That is until Pandora is fully built at Animal Kingdom, and only time will tell how I will feel about both parks. Despite how convenient Busch Gardens was, the working environment just wasn't for me. Even after working there for a few months, I still felt like an outsider among favorites. That was until I told my superiors about wanting a two weeks notice. All of a sudden, they were a tad nicer to me! Ridiculous, huh? But still, I did get along with a few people that worked the culinary services at the park.
As of now, I am back at Walt Disney World as a part-time cast member. And guess what? I am actually back at the Toy Story Midway Mania attraction at Hollywood Studios! I originally applied for a full-time lifeguard position, but the person that interviewed me was looking for someone with experience. So the next option on the list was park operations, and it just so happened that the area where my attraction was located had an opening. And so things just fell into place. What's next? I may inquire what I need to do to be a full-time cast member. Also, I will be in an apartment in the upcoming month! Yay for adult responsibilities...
Fellow gamers! Who watched E3? I know I did! =D I have to say it was a very impressive conference overall! Lots of promising titles coming out along with a select few shown at Sony's conference that I never thought would see the light of day! That was such an awesome week. :) I look forward to seeing more of what's in store for us when we hear more development on our most anticipated games.
A month or so ago, I did finish Vice City. Man, that was such an awesome game. ^^ It got many things right over GTA III such as mission variety and structure and a more balanced difficulty. Art direction, gameplay, soundtrack, and writing were all suberb across the board. I can't remember what score I gave it on Twitter, but I will say this game deserved a 10/10 in my book. :) Definitely earns a spot as one of my greatest games of all-time. Right now, I'm playing San Andreas among other games like Kingdom Hearts 1.5, Okami HD, and a few others I can't think of. I gotta focus on one game at a time so that I'm not lost after putting it off for so long. ^^; When will I learn, huh?
Anyway, GTA: San Andreas is surprisingly fun after putting a lot of time into it. When I played it on a friend's Xbox, I didn't care much for the game's initial urban setting. However, I find that it's much more than just fighting for CJ's 'hood. lol The game is massive compared to GTA III and Vice City combined. The biggest step with San Andreas is that there are no loading screens when going in between areas. For a 2004 PS2 game, that says a lot. :) So far, I've clocked in at least 30 hours of gameplay and playing the Las Venturas missions. Plenty of improvements over Vice City as well with more improved gameplay, a strong art direction with its early 90s flair, and a fantastic soundtrack with a wide variety of genres and songs. Now I can respect why it's the best of the GTA PS2 trilogy.
Let's see... Been drawing here and there. :) That game idea I have is still in my mind. I just need to set aside some time to actually draw more characters for it and flesh out what I want to accomplish with its setting and story. Other than that, Megaplex is just around the corner, and I'm really looking forward to it! =D
With that, I will stop here. I think this is a good enough update for now.
Hope you guys are doing well!
Until next time!
This is Eddie the Wolf signing off.
I will be brief about this. As much as I want to go into details with things. I have things I want to take care of today. I doubt I will get as much accomplished, but I feel this is necessary to share with what's been going on with this wolf. lol
First off, I am no longer at Busch Gardens anymore. I'm thankful to be out of there working wise. Don't get me wrong! It's a very pretty park to go to, and I would place it higher than Animal Kingdom any day. That is until Pandora is fully built at Animal Kingdom, and only time will tell how I will feel about both parks. Despite how convenient Busch Gardens was, the working environment just wasn't for me. Even after working there for a few months, I still felt like an outsider among favorites. That was until I told my superiors about wanting a two weeks notice. All of a sudden, they were a tad nicer to me! Ridiculous, huh? But still, I did get along with a few people that worked the culinary services at the park.
As of now, I am back at Walt Disney World as a part-time cast member. And guess what? I am actually back at the Toy Story Midway Mania attraction at Hollywood Studios! I originally applied for a full-time lifeguard position, but the person that interviewed me was looking for someone with experience. So the next option on the list was park operations, and it just so happened that the area where my attraction was located had an opening. And so things just fell into place. What's next? I may inquire what I need to do to be a full-time cast member. Also, I will be in an apartment in the upcoming month! Yay for adult responsibilities...
Fellow gamers! Who watched E3? I know I did! =D I have to say it was a very impressive conference overall! Lots of promising titles coming out along with a select few shown at Sony's conference that I never thought would see the light of day! That was such an awesome week. :) I look forward to seeing more of what's in store for us when we hear more development on our most anticipated games.
A month or so ago, I did finish Vice City. Man, that was such an awesome game. ^^ It got many things right over GTA III such as mission variety and structure and a more balanced difficulty. Art direction, gameplay, soundtrack, and writing were all suberb across the board. I can't remember what score I gave it on Twitter, but I will say this game deserved a 10/10 in my book. :) Definitely earns a spot as one of my greatest games of all-time. Right now, I'm playing San Andreas among other games like Kingdom Hearts 1.5, Okami HD, and a few others I can't think of. I gotta focus on one game at a time so that I'm not lost after putting it off for so long. ^^; When will I learn, huh?
Anyway, GTA: San Andreas is surprisingly fun after putting a lot of time into it. When I played it on a friend's Xbox, I didn't care much for the game's initial urban setting. However, I find that it's much more than just fighting for CJ's 'hood. lol The game is massive compared to GTA III and Vice City combined. The biggest step with San Andreas is that there are no loading screens when going in between areas. For a 2004 PS2 game, that says a lot. :) So far, I've clocked in at least 30 hours of gameplay and playing the Las Venturas missions. Plenty of improvements over Vice City as well with more improved gameplay, a strong art direction with its early 90s flair, and a fantastic soundtrack with a wide variety of genres and songs. Now I can respect why it's the best of the GTA PS2 trilogy.
Let's see... Been drawing here and there. :) That game idea I have is still in my mind. I just need to set aside some time to actually draw more characters for it and flesh out what I want to accomplish with its setting and story. Other than that, Megaplex is just around the corner, and I'm really looking forward to it! =D
With that, I will stop here. I think this is a good enough update for now.
Hope you guys are doing well!
Until next time!
This is Eddie the Wolf signing off.
Megaplex Meme!
Posted 10 years agoStealing this from citrinelle! Figured it was time to do one as Megaplex approaches. =P
Where are you staying?
The con's main hotel
Who will you be rooming with?
I'll be staying with
pivv, citrinelle, and 
pencewolf.
How is the best way to find you?
I'll be around! The best way to know how to find me is by following me on my Twitter account, SonicHomeboy. I may aim to be a part of Artist's Alley this year! So we shall see! =D
Are there any panels you might be attending?
I might depending on what is offered during the con.
What do you look like?
Let's see... I'm a Puerto Rican male, 5'11", bit of a belly, curly hair, and normally in gaming t-shirts.
Will you be suiting?
Don't own a suit...
Do you do free art?
I do gifts when I feel like it, but I offer trades and commissions.
Do you do trades?
I will offer them, but I will be the one to ask first.
Do you do badges?
Nope
What is your gender?
Male
How tall are you?
5'11"
Can I talk to you?
Of course! I enjoy a good chat!
Can I touch you?
Handshakes are good. Hugs are for those I feel more connected with.
Can I buy you drinks?
Sodas are fine! If it's alcohol, a hard cider is good enough for me.
Can I give you stuff?
Depends on what you offer.
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Only if I know who you are really. lol
Are you nice?
I want to say that I am. I mean I want to treat others the way I prefer to be treated.
Will you be going to parties?
Nope!
Will you be performing?
Nope!
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
A simple "Hey Eddie!" will do. :)
Where will you be most of the time during the day/s?
I hope to be around the Artist's Alley during my time at the con. But most likely I'll be walking around visiting other artists at the alley and in the Dealer's Den.
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
If you want! I might go with others if it comes to eating though. lol
Can I look in your sketchbook?
Ask please!
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
If you want to, sure! Just ask please. :)
Can I take your picture?
I don't mind! Ask once more. lol
And that should do it! Hope to see some of you guys there! And I look forward to it! Megaplex was a fun con for me last year, and I hope to have a blast once more! =D
citrinelle! Figured it was time to do one as Megaplex approaches. =PWhere are you staying?
The con's main hotel
Who will you be rooming with?
I'll be staying with
pivv, citrinelle, and 
pencewolf.How is the best way to find you?
I'll be around! The best way to know how to find me is by following me on my Twitter account, SonicHomeboy. I may aim to be a part of Artist's Alley this year! So we shall see! =D
Are there any panels you might be attending?
I might depending on what is offered during the con.
What do you look like?
Let's see... I'm a Puerto Rican male, 5'11", bit of a belly, curly hair, and normally in gaming t-shirts.
Will you be suiting?
Don't own a suit...
Do you do free art?
I do gifts when I feel like it, but I offer trades and commissions.
Do you do trades?
I will offer them, but I will be the one to ask first.
Do you do badges?
Nope
What is your gender?
Male
How tall are you?
5'11"
Can I talk to you?
Of course! I enjoy a good chat!
Can I touch you?
Handshakes are good. Hugs are for those I feel more connected with.
Can I buy you drinks?
Sodas are fine! If it's alcohol, a hard cider is good enough for me.
Can I give you stuff?
Depends on what you offer.
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Only if I know who you are really. lol
Are you nice?
I want to say that I am. I mean I want to treat others the way I prefer to be treated.
Will you be going to parties?
Nope!
Will you be performing?
Nope!
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
A simple "Hey Eddie!" will do. :)
Where will you be most of the time during the day/s?
I hope to be around the Artist's Alley during my time at the con. But most likely I'll be walking around visiting other artists at the alley and in the Dealer's Den.
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
If you want! I might go with others if it comes to eating though. lol
Can I look in your sketchbook?
Ask please!
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
If you want to, sure! Just ask please. :)
Can I take your picture?
I don't mind! Ask once more. lol
And that should do it! Hope to see some of you guys there! And I look forward to it! Megaplex was a fun con for me last year, and I hope to have a blast once more! =D
Busch Gardens, FWA 2015, and GTA III
Posted 10 years agoOh look! It's a new update from yours truly! I should really get to doing more of these, huh? That's what happens when I drop off of the face of the earth. I don't have any excuse for that besides work and being generally tired. The latter is mostly my doing since I have developed a bad habit of staying up later than I really should. ^^; But oh well!
I am sure plenty of you have been curious what I have been up to these days. If any of you follow my Twitter account, I tend to be more social on there than I normally would anywhere else. So if you guys are really that curious (even though it sounds creepy), just follow my Twitter. I talk about my life here and there, gaming stuff, art things, mini-rants, etc. Just know that I may or may not follow you back. It all depends if I know you or not.
BUSCH GARDENS
How has Busch Gardens been for me? Well, it's really come to the point where I'd much rather be working at Walt Disney World again. I miss it. I really do. It all comes down to where most of my friends are and who I'd much rather hang out with than being by myself in this house. Yes, the hours may be a hit or miss with Disney, but at least I would be in a far better working environment among co-workers I can get along with.
The reason I say that is because I feel like I'm reverting back to my older self in which I feel like I'm distant and anti-social. Working at Disney helped me overcome those challenges, and I felt great about myself. At Busch Gardens, not so much. Yes, I do talk to the employees, and there are a few I feel I can get along with just fine. However, I still feel like I'm an outsider among favorites.
On top of that, it's a much tougher environment. That mostly has to do with the guests that come into the park. Now I don't mind a park that is more for grown ups, but it's the attitude that they bring. The park is located in a slightly tough neighborhood, and the guests can get irritated over the smallest of things. Say that I make a small mistake for not seeing someone's All Day Dining wristband which guarantees them free refills on their souvenir cups, I may find myself getting cussed out by that guest.
And it's not just that! I've had a lady talk down to me about the policy of team members having to check ID when it comes to serving alcohol. She said that most people don't carry around that sort of stuff, and that I should be able to tell she looks older. Now there are those that being asked to see ID take it as a compliment, and they get a smile on their faces!
Eventually, I will have to look into another work location in the park so that I may have a better attitude towards working at Busch Gardens. But it may just be sticking it out until my seasonal time is up with them and start looking at places to stay near the Orlando area so I can work with Disney again. We shall see what happens in the next couple of months. Things may slowly improve over time, but you never know.
FURRY WEEKEND ATLANTA 2015
Around the beginning of this month, I had the pleasure of attending one of the few furry conventions I wanted to go to. This was my very first time going to Furry Weekend Atlanta, and I didn't know what to expect. I had an idea that it was a large con, and it was going to be much bigger than the small fur cons I've attended. It was great seeing a lot of people I've only known online for the very first time, and I got to see a few familiar faces I haven't seen in quite awhile.
And because it is a furry con, it's not complete without a fursuit parade!
Plenty of awesome fursuits I saw! Makes me wish I had one for myself now. lol
If there is one thing I've enjoyed about going to fur cons, it's the ability to actually find a bit of time to draw for yourself and do small trades with other artists. It was great because it helped me find a bit of my muse to want to get back into drawing more. I have done so a bit since then, but I plan to push myself to accomplish what ideas I want to put on paper.
As Monday came, it was time to say my goodbyes as I left for home. Well, things went a bit downhill from there. Outside of Byron, GA, I got pulled over for speeding. I admit I was going very fast, and I should have known better since Georgia is pretty nasty with their cops on the highways. Just recently I found out that I have to pay $210 for that ticket... I wasn't too happy about that the other day, and I am going to end up paying for my stupidity and someone's paycheck.
That evening, I arrive home, and things just got "better." After taking a shower, I had a bit of energy in me that I jumped about, and then I feel a big pop in my left calf. After that, a sharp pain sprang when I tried to walk with my left foot. It was even a struggle walking with it the next day at work. It turns out that I was probably dehydrated after coming back from the convention. That made sense since I pretty much ate out while I was at the hotel and didn't drink as much water as I should have. My leg is better now, and I can walk properly. I will just have to be more careful next time I decide to let off some energy. =P
GRAND THEFT AUTO III
Someone is going a bit old school, huh? Well, not that old school but still. I month or so ago I picked up the Grand Theft Auto trilogy set for the PS2 at a Walmart for $20. You can still find this along with the Diablo II Battle Chest for the same price at any Walmart today. What was the reason for it? Well, the set had Vice City included, and that was the only reason why I wanted to pick it up. GTA III I didn't get very far the first time I played it, and I didn't care much for the game then. The same can be said when I tried San Andreas on a friend's Xbox. Its urban setting just wasn't my thing, and I couldn't get into it like he did.
Few years later, I would get GTA IV, and I would play a good portion of it. I actually enjoyed it more than I thought I would! However, that's become one of those games that I would put off indefinitely... And now I have the GTA trilogy for the PS2 leading me to play through all of GTA III.
For the most part, I enjoyed the game. I can see what the appeal was back then, and why it was groundbreaking for its time! Unfortunately, the game shows its age. Outside of the graphics being horrendously outdated, the gameplay felt a bit rusty. I could see where Rockstar was going with it when they made the jump to the 3D universe. That is something I would never overlook, and I can appreciate what they managed to accomplish.
As I mentioned, the game does show its age. Although the missions are varied in their goals, it seemed that the difficulty was a bit unbalanced at times making missions harder to accomplish than they should. The targeting system is laughable when trying to shoot an enemy and could have used some more polish. Fortunately, I didn't have to do much of that, and that saved for any frustration I may have had with the game.
Driving around the city isn't so bad. It's probably the game's biggest highlight. However, it would have been nice if there was a map in the pause menu. Plus, it would have been most helpful if certain landmarks like a Pay N' Spray were shown on the map provided in the bottom left corner which caused me to memorize where certain places were on all three islands. I can see it adding to the aesthetic of being a part of Liberty City and knowing the layout of the area without the use of a map. Still, the use of a map in the pause menu would have made things much, much better.
Speaking of driving around, the game's radio stations do add a sense of depth when you enter a car. That is something I really admire since if gives that feeling of being in Liberty City. However, the appeal doesn't last long as you find yourself listening to the same songs and dialogues repeatedly. There came a point that even Chatterbox (the station I frequented) became very dull. It also didn't help that I couldn't recognize any of the music, and all Flashback FM ended up being was songs from the Scarface soundtrack. And I can't tell you how many times I was informed about pets being shipped overnight, Pogo the Monkey game, and Fernando's services on saving your marriage.
Overall, GTA III provided plenty of fun for what it was. As mentioned before, i can see how this game explored new areas that games back then didn't and even sparked a lot of controversy with its content. If this were to have been released now, it might not have had that shock value as it did back in 2001. And so I give this game a solid 8 out of 10. Even though it shows its age, Grand Theft Auto III still provides a lot of fun and is a good example of what defined a new type of genre in gaming.
Before completing the game, I went ahead and gave both Vice City and San Andreas a go. Oh man... Both games feature significant improvements in gameplay and art direction. Right now, I'm loving Vice City a lot, and I am aching to go back to playing it after I finish this up. lol
What else is there for me to do now? Well, I do have a much overdue commission I need to take care of along with a few other things. After that, I hope to work on my game idea some more. :)
With that, I will go ahead and wrap this up. I do thank you all for taking the time to read this! I know this was quite lengthy, but it's not to share what has been going on. That way others know that I'm still here. lol
I hope everyone is doing well so far! Catch you all soon!
This is Eddie the Wolf signing off.
I am sure plenty of you have been curious what I have been up to these days. If any of you follow my Twitter account, I tend to be more social on there than I normally would anywhere else. So if you guys are really that curious (even though it sounds creepy), just follow my Twitter. I talk about my life here and there, gaming stuff, art things, mini-rants, etc. Just know that I may or may not follow you back. It all depends if I know you or not.
BUSCH GARDENS
How has Busch Gardens been for me? Well, it's really come to the point where I'd much rather be working at Walt Disney World again. I miss it. I really do. It all comes down to where most of my friends are and who I'd much rather hang out with than being by myself in this house. Yes, the hours may be a hit or miss with Disney, but at least I would be in a far better working environment among co-workers I can get along with.
The reason I say that is because I feel like I'm reverting back to my older self in which I feel like I'm distant and anti-social. Working at Disney helped me overcome those challenges, and I felt great about myself. At Busch Gardens, not so much. Yes, I do talk to the employees, and there are a few I feel I can get along with just fine. However, I still feel like I'm an outsider among favorites.
On top of that, it's a much tougher environment. That mostly has to do with the guests that come into the park. Now I don't mind a park that is more for grown ups, but it's the attitude that they bring. The park is located in a slightly tough neighborhood, and the guests can get irritated over the smallest of things. Say that I make a small mistake for not seeing someone's All Day Dining wristband which guarantees them free refills on their souvenir cups, I may find myself getting cussed out by that guest.
And it's not just that! I've had a lady talk down to me about the policy of team members having to check ID when it comes to serving alcohol. She said that most people don't carry around that sort of stuff, and that I should be able to tell she looks older. Now there are those that being asked to see ID take it as a compliment, and they get a smile on their faces!
Eventually, I will have to look into another work location in the park so that I may have a better attitude towards working at Busch Gardens. But it may just be sticking it out until my seasonal time is up with them and start looking at places to stay near the Orlando area so I can work with Disney again. We shall see what happens in the next couple of months. Things may slowly improve over time, but you never know.
FURRY WEEKEND ATLANTA 2015
Around the beginning of this month, I had the pleasure of attending one of the few furry conventions I wanted to go to. This was my very first time going to Furry Weekend Atlanta, and I didn't know what to expect. I had an idea that it was a large con, and it was going to be much bigger than the small fur cons I've attended. It was great seeing a lot of people I've only known online for the very first time, and I got to see a few familiar faces I haven't seen in quite awhile.
And because it is a furry con, it's not complete without a fursuit parade!
Plenty of awesome fursuits I saw! Makes me wish I had one for myself now. lol
If there is one thing I've enjoyed about going to fur cons, it's the ability to actually find a bit of time to draw for yourself and do small trades with other artists. It was great because it helped me find a bit of my muse to want to get back into drawing more. I have done so a bit since then, but I plan to push myself to accomplish what ideas I want to put on paper.
As Monday came, it was time to say my goodbyes as I left for home. Well, things went a bit downhill from there. Outside of Byron, GA, I got pulled over for speeding. I admit I was going very fast, and I should have known better since Georgia is pretty nasty with their cops on the highways. Just recently I found out that I have to pay $210 for that ticket... I wasn't too happy about that the other day, and I am going to end up paying for my stupidity and someone's paycheck.
That evening, I arrive home, and things just got "better." After taking a shower, I had a bit of energy in me that I jumped about, and then I feel a big pop in my left calf. After that, a sharp pain sprang when I tried to walk with my left foot. It was even a struggle walking with it the next day at work. It turns out that I was probably dehydrated after coming back from the convention. That made sense since I pretty much ate out while I was at the hotel and didn't drink as much water as I should have. My leg is better now, and I can walk properly. I will just have to be more careful next time I decide to let off some energy. =P
GRAND THEFT AUTO III
Someone is going a bit old school, huh? Well, not that old school but still. I month or so ago I picked up the Grand Theft Auto trilogy set for the PS2 at a Walmart for $20. You can still find this along with the Diablo II Battle Chest for the same price at any Walmart today. What was the reason for it? Well, the set had Vice City included, and that was the only reason why I wanted to pick it up. GTA III I didn't get very far the first time I played it, and I didn't care much for the game then. The same can be said when I tried San Andreas on a friend's Xbox. Its urban setting just wasn't my thing, and I couldn't get into it like he did.
Few years later, I would get GTA IV, and I would play a good portion of it. I actually enjoyed it more than I thought I would! However, that's become one of those games that I would put off indefinitely... And now I have the GTA trilogy for the PS2 leading me to play through all of GTA III.
For the most part, I enjoyed the game. I can see what the appeal was back then, and why it was groundbreaking for its time! Unfortunately, the game shows its age. Outside of the graphics being horrendously outdated, the gameplay felt a bit rusty. I could see where Rockstar was going with it when they made the jump to the 3D universe. That is something I would never overlook, and I can appreciate what they managed to accomplish.
As I mentioned, the game does show its age. Although the missions are varied in their goals, it seemed that the difficulty was a bit unbalanced at times making missions harder to accomplish than they should. The targeting system is laughable when trying to shoot an enemy and could have used some more polish. Fortunately, I didn't have to do much of that, and that saved for any frustration I may have had with the game.
Driving around the city isn't so bad. It's probably the game's biggest highlight. However, it would have been nice if there was a map in the pause menu. Plus, it would have been most helpful if certain landmarks like a Pay N' Spray were shown on the map provided in the bottom left corner which caused me to memorize where certain places were on all three islands. I can see it adding to the aesthetic of being a part of Liberty City and knowing the layout of the area without the use of a map. Still, the use of a map in the pause menu would have made things much, much better.
Speaking of driving around, the game's radio stations do add a sense of depth when you enter a car. That is something I really admire since if gives that feeling of being in Liberty City. However, the appeal doesn't last long as you find yourself listening to the same songs and dialogues repeatedly. There came a point that even Chatterbox (the station I frequented) became very dull. It also didn't help that I couldn't recognize any of the music, and all Flashback FM ended up being was songs from the Scarface soundtrack. And I can't tell you how many times I was informed about pets being shipped overnight, Pogo the Monkey game, and Fernando's services on saving your marriage.
Overall, GTA III provided plenty of fun for what it was. As mentioned before, i can see how this game explored new areas that games back then didn't and even sparked a lot of controversy with its content. If this were to have been released now, it might not have had that shock value as it did back in 2001. And so I give this game a solid 8 out of 10. Even though it shows its age, Grand Theft Auto III still provides a lot of fun and is a good example of what defined a new type of genre in gaming.
Before completing the game, I went ahead and gave both Vice City and San Andreas a go. Oh man... Both games feature significant improvements in gameplay and art direction. Right now, I'm loving Vice City a lot, and I am aching to go back to playing it after I finish this up. lol
What else is there for me to do now? Well, I do have a much overdue commission I need to take care of along with a few other things. After that, I hope to work on my game idea some more. :)
With that, I will go ahead and wrap this up. I do thank you all for taking the time to read this! I know this was quite lengthy, but it's not to share what has been going on. That way others know that I'm still here. lol
I hope everyone is doing well so far! Catch you all soon!
This is Eddie the Wolf signing off.
Furry Weekend Atlanta Meme
Posted 10 years agoHey folks! I know it's been awhile, but here is a little Furry Weekend Atlanta meme as I will be going this weekend! :D
But first! Here are some folks to look into!
talkstodogs is a wonderful artist to work with. She has adopts and YCH auctions available, and they are not to be missed! Highly recommended. :)
raletheotter is looking to get some commissions under his belt. Give this guy some attention! You won't be disappointed! =D
link2004 deserves the watches right now. I got my first commission from him, and I'm super impressed.
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/16205004/
Seriously! What talent! =D
luminosion has started a Star Fox fan fiction and has been coming up with art work for it. Fantastic talent and one of the few that has done Krystal great justice. Mega props to her!
Anyway, that's all the shameless plugging for now. lol I do plan to post an update soon, and I hope to knock a commission before I head on out to Atlanta. Seriously gotta buckle down on it...
Without delay, here's the meme! =D
CON STUFF
Q: Where are you staying?
A: Marriott
Q: When will you be arriving and leaving?
A: I plan to be there Thursday afternoon/evening, and I will be leaving on Sunday.
Q: Who will you be rooming with?
A: Xepher Sicarius, Lord Fenrir, and a few others
Q: Where will you be most of the time during the day/s?
A: Probably wandering about seeing friends for the first time in real life.
Q: What/where will you be eating?
A: Hmm. Not sure really. Although it may be fast food unless I get invited to go somewhere.
Q: Will you be having a room party?
A: I sure hope not. lol
Q: Will you be drinking and/or getting drunk?
A: I may have one hard cider. Not really one for drinking personally.
PERSONAL STUFF
Q: What is your gender?
A: I'm a dude.
Q: How tall are you?
A: 5' 11"
Q: If I approach you, will you chat with me?
A: Of course! All I ask is that you be courteous and polite to me.
Q: If I see you, how should I get your attention?
A: Eddie is perfectly fine. =P
Q: How many furry conventions have you attended?
A: A handful.
Q: Do you own a fursuit?
A: I wish I did...
PERMISSIONS
Q: Can I hug or snuggle with you?
A: Hand shakes are fine unless I know you very well. Otherwise, no.
Q: How can I find you?
A: I will be wearing gaming shirts throughout the con. And I will where badges that have "Eddie" in the name with my wolf fursona displayed.
Q: Can I buy you drinks?
A: Ooh! Eh, not really. I don't plan to drink while I'm there. Sodas are okay although I should really lay off of them. lol
Q: Can I look in your sketchbook?
A: As long as you ask.
Q: Can I take your picture?
A: Ask please before taking one with me.
MISCELLANEOUS STUFF
Q: Do you do do free art, trades, commissions, badges?
A: I may do a trade here and there. Otherwise, I will be drawing for myself along with any gifts I can squeeze in.
Q: Do you have a table in the Artist Alley / Dealer's Den or a panel in the Art Show? If so, what are you selling?
A: Just wandering around.
Q: Do you plan to volunteer?
A: Would be something. But no
Q: What's your goal for the con this year?
A: Just to have a blast with friends and experience what FWA is like. :)
But first! Here are some folks to look into!
talkstodogs is a wonderful artist to work with. She has adopts and YCH auctions available, and they are not to be missed! Highly recommended. :)
raletheotter is looking to get some commissions under his belt. Give this guy some attention! You won't be disappointed! =D
link2004 deserves the watches right now. I got my first commission from him, and I'm super impressed.http://www.furaffinity.net/view/16205004/
Seriously! What talent! =D
luminosion has started a Star Fox fan fiction and has been coming up with art work for it. Fantastic talent and one of the few that has done Krystal great justice. Mega props to her!Anyway, that's all the shameless plugging for now. lol I do plan to post an update soon, and I hope to knock a commission before I head on out to Atlanta. Seriously gotta buckle down on it...
Without delay, here's the meme! =D
CON STUFF
Q: Where are you staying?
A: Marriott
Q: When will you be arriving and leaving?
A: I plan to be there Thursday afternoon/evening, and I will be leaving on Sunday.
Q: Who will you be rooming with?
A: Xepher Sicarius, Lord Fenrir, and a few others
Q: Where will you be most of the time during the day/s?
A: Probably wandering about seeing friends for the first time in real life.
Q: What/where will you be eating?
A: Hmm. Not sure really. Although it may be fast food unless I get invited to go somewhere.
Q: Will you be having a room party?
A: I sure hope not. lol
Q: Will you be drinking and/or getting drunk?
A: I may have one hard cider. Not really one for drinking personally.
PERSONAL STUFF
Q: What is your gender?
A: I'm a dude.
Q: How tall are you?
A: 5' 11"
Q: If I approach you, will you chat with me?
A: Of course! All I ask is that you be courteous and polite to me.
Q: If I see you, how should I get your attention?
A: Eddie is perfectly fine. =P
Q: How many furry conventions have you attended?
A: A handful.
Q: Do you own a fursuit?
A: I wish I did...
PERMISSIONS
Q: Can I hug or snuggle with you?
A: Hand shakes are fine unless I know you very well. Otherwise, no.
Q: How can I find you?
A: I will be wearing gaming shirts throughout the con. And I will where badges that have "Eddie" in the name with my wolf fursona displayed.
Q: Can I buy you drinks?
A: Ooh! Eh, not really. I don't plan to drink while I'm there. Sodas are okay although I should really lay off of them. lol
Q: Can I look in your sketchbook?
A: As long as you ask.
Q: Can I take your picture?
A: Ask please before taking one with me.
MISCELLANEOUS STUFF
Q: Do you do do free art, trades, commissions, badges?
A: I may do a trade here and there. Otherwise, I will be drawing for myself along with any gifts I can squeeze in.
Q: Do you have a table in the Artist Alley / Dealer's Den or a panel in the Art Show? If so, what are you selling?
A: Just wandering around.
Q: Do you plan to volunteer?
A: Would be something. But no
Q: What's your goal for the con this year?
A: Just to have a blast with friends and experience what FWA is like. :)
A CatInYourCloset! Like Seriously!
Posted 10 years agoGuys!
I don't really do these journals much, but I highly recommend checking out catinyourcloset! She is a real sweetheart, and I love her to death!
Give her all of your love and support! Tell her how lovely her art is!
Thanks for looking! =D
I don't really do these journals much, but I highly recommend checking out
catinyourcloset! She is a real sweetheart, and I love her to death!Give her all of your love and support! Tell her how lovely her art is!
Thanks for looking! =D
