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  1. Jedi Master J.
    Parugi!
     
    Congrats! I'll be sending you a PM shortly to request where to ship it to. I hope you like it.
     
    Oh, and thank you all for participating in this little giveaway. Maybe we can do this again sometime. XD
     
    ***
     
    In other news, I have made up my mind about those summer plans that I mention here previously and well, I decided I am going try to attend BrickFair VA in full this year (We will see how well that goes. At very least I'll have story to tell. XD).
     
    So I have started the registration process for it today and well, here's what I decide my Brick Badge thing will be. (Credit goes to Takuma Nuva for second Brick Name).
     
    Alright, that's enough from me for today. Thank you all for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great weekend. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2015
  2. Jedi Master J.
    Entry Period is closed now. I should have results up in a bit.
     
    ***
     
    Hey, folks. I thought pop in today and let you all know that I have a GameCube Controller Adapter up for grabs (Mostly because the friend, that I brought it for awhile back, doesn't need it actually since they manage to find one themselves.).
     
    So yeah, if you want it, leave a comment in this entry. Oh, and to be fair about it, I am going pick who will get it from a random number generator. Also you have till midnight on Friday night (AKA February 28th [saturday], 12:00 AM EST) to leave a comment here.
     
    ***Entry List***
     
    1) Avohkah Tamer
     
    2) Ballom
     
    3) TNTOS
     
    4) Obessionist
     
    5) Parugi
     
    6) Pomegranate
     
    7) Major Alex Louis Armstrong
     
    8) Baltarc
     
    9) Brappy Hour
     
    10)
     
    ***
     
    That's all I got to say for this entry. Thanks for taking the time to read this and may the odds ever be in your favor. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2015
  3. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I pop in share some thoughts here today. It’s mostly thoughts about summer actually. XD
     
    Yeah, I realized it is a bit early to be thinking about summer. But well, these thoughts will probably required some planning (Such saving money, ect.), so I think it is good to be thinking about them now rather than later.
     
    So what about summer am I thinking about? Well, if you recall my New Year’s entry, I mention there that I was going to try to check out BrickFair VA a day again this year.
     
    Well, I been thinking about it lately and I am kind considering maybe attending the whole event. Although I am still kind on fence about it, so I thought I should post an entry to hear your advice or thoughts on the matter.
     
    I mean transportation is going to be bit of issue, if I do consider it, as I can't really drive myself there. So it kind leaves two options really, traveling by plane (Which is something that I never before and probably will be a bit scared about the idea) or traveling by train (Which will required me figure out a bus route to actually get to the convention or hotel itself.).
     
    So yeah, that gives me a bit of pause. But maybe it will be worth the trouble of having to figure stuff like that out.
     
    At this point, I am kind leaning toward by plane option since while it is more money (And honestly looking at the price makes wonder how people from faraway places (Like the West Coast) than me make there every year as man, it is expensive.) than a train trip, arranging transport seem like it would be easier there than at train station.
     
    I say this because the train option has me having the figure out the public transportation system. Additionally at least according to Google, it seems like I can't even get to a bus stop without a car, so getting off the train and preceding to walk the route to bus stop would likely take me through a highway or something (Either that or Google just didn't factor in walking in this Public Transportation route because it would be a lot of walking. *shrugs* I might have play around with that some more to see if that might be case.).
     
    There also time as factor as one of train stations (Which is closest one to there.) only has one route down there and I won't get there till 5:30 PM, which means I would have figure out public transportation there at night and add like two to three hours to the trip (Meaning I wouldn't get there till like 8 PM.). So yeah, not sure about that option, unless I go for station a bit farther down (Which has at least three train route options to choose from with some being in morning hours, so it could be a better route. *shrugs*).
     
    So yeah, I am leaning toward the plane option due to those factors. But then again, maybe I shouldn't even think about it. XD I don't know. It's just a thought and like I said in beginning though, I am interested to get your viewpoint since most of you know more about this traveling thing than me.
     
    With that said, I think that's about it for this entry. I would appreciate any advice that you folks might have to offer. And thank you for taking the time to read this. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2015
  4. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I pop in again and give a little update since it been awhile since my last entry.
     
    Uh, I am not sure where to begin. I mean I hadn't been up to much really. I guess I'll just talk about my weekend since it still on my mind.
     
    So yeah, I managed to finished Star Trek: Voyager this weekend, which I was sad to see end as I did enjoy it for most part (Although I feel like it could been better.). Oh, and I can't say it replace Deep Space Nine as my favorite (I don't know how to explain it outside I just felt the story arcs involving characters were handle much better in DS9 than Voyager. *shrugs*). But anyway, I would ramble more about my thoughts on Voyager, but I don't want bored you folks.
     
    Before I move on though, with Voyager done now, I only got the Star Trek films, the Original series (+ Animated series), and the Enterprise series left to watch. I am probably not going to watch them all right a way as I don't want burn myself out on the series (That and well, once I finished them all, it means I have no more Star Trek to watch, which would be sad as I like the universe.).
     
    So with that said, I guess I should mention here that I am open to suggestions for checking out other TV shows (Preferably ones I can watch on Netflix since that where I been binge watching Star Trek.), so feel free to do that if you want.
     
    Alright, moving right along, I also managed to do some MOCing this weekend (Which if you follow my Twitter, you probably saw pictures of already.). I didn't make anything too fancy really. I was mostly experimenting with gears since the theme for BZP convention circuit mention lights and action. And well, I don't have any light bricks (Outside of Skakdi eyes, which doesn't feature an on / off switch), so I can't do anything with that.
     
    I do have two motors though from an old Dinosaur LEGO set, so I end up experimenting with those motors to see what I could come up to include a motor in a BIONICLE based creation. Honestly I can't say I had much luck with that as you can see in these two videos. XD
     
    I kept messing around with it though and eventually I start getting something that I kind liked as shown in this video (Even though what the gears did was kind of meaningless as all they did was spin. XD). Eventually it became something that kind looks like maybe a dragon's head (Here's a video for more a detail look of it.).
     
    So yeah, that was what built this weekend. No doubt you all have build much better than this as I am pretty terrible at this MOCing business. Oh, and I should note that I am not done with this "Dragon's Head" MOC. I plan on trying to build a body for it and maybe ship it out on the convention circuit, if I can get it to look good enough.
     
    Alright, I think I rambled enough here. I am sorry if this was boring entry for you to read. Thank you though for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. I'll talk you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2015
  5. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought pop in really quick and let you folks know that I finally got around to building those BIONICLE Protectors sets, I got awhile back.
     

     
    And well, I think they are pretty good little sets. I really like how the armor looks on them (Although I am not a fan of the lack of back armor on the Protector of Fire and the Protector of Earth.). Also they all have some neat looking weapons (Although the weapon of the Protector of Water is difficult to pose with.).
     
    If I had to think of any complain about them really, it would be lack of a name for the Protectors. *shrugs* I don't know. I just find it a bit awkward to have refer to them as Protector of "Whatever Element," so someone can know which one I am talking about.
     
    I should note I don't really know anything about BIONICLE Generation 2 story as I have yet to watch or read any of media. So yeah, I am pretty clueless about that stuff.
     
    But if I had guess the lack of name for them is probably because the Protector sets are just supposed to be generic villager characters (Meaning they could be any villager in the tribe or whatever it is in this story.). *shrugs*
     
    Again, I don't really know. Its on my to do list to check out the story eventually. I just hadn't got to it yet.
     
    With that said, I like 2015 BIONICLE sets so far. I am hoping to maybe get a Toa at some point. I don't know which one I'll get. Probably Tahu, although I am open to suggestions from you folks, so feel free to do so.
     
    In other news, I thought I should mention here that if anyone wants a 3DS demo code for Monster Hunters 4 Ultimate, I have at least three codes that I could give to some folks here. So yeah, if you want it, let me know and I'll sent you a code. Well, I am out of codes now.
     
    Alright, well, that's all I really have to say here. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day today. I'll talk you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2015
     
    *goes back to watching Star Trek: Voyager*
  6. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I should take opportunity today to basically look back on this year and give you folks my thoughts on it.
     
    Hm...I am summarized this year with a pros and cons list since I think its best way to address the entire year without taking too much of your time. Although I make no promises that I won't ramble about certain things. XD
     
    But anyway, let's begin...
     
    Pros
     
    - I still have my job. This pro is kind of given as obviously I am going to be happy to still be employed. XD
     
    Especially since I am not in college and at this point, I really don't know if I am going back as honestly I don't feel like I am smart enough. And I feel like language and speech courses will destroy me. XD
     
    But yeah, I am happy to still be employed at this company (I been there about four years now.) and well, business seems to be doing good. Not sure what else to say here, so I guess I'll move on.
     
    - I met Black Six for the first time at Philly Brick Fest back in April. That was pretty cool. Although looking back I wished I didn't have a little panic attack after I signing the Logbook.
     
    You see I accidentally knock something over and try to put it back how it was. That was dumb of me as obviously I shouldn't of touch it. *sigh*
     
    I imagine I gave Black Six such a bad impression of me there, especially trying to hide behind my phone (It's my camera) when we first reach the table...
     
    - I also met some BZPers (AT, Sumiki, Takuma Nuva, Xaeraz, Zatth, ect.) during my brief BrickFair VA visit. That was pretty awesome, although I don't think I did the greatest job introducing myself there as I did miss Lyichir, Aanchir, Meiko, and vary of others there.
     
    I think the biggest highlight of that day though has got be DeeVee calling me over to him when I was leaving for my late lunch (I still have not sure how he knew who I was. I guess Black Six told him. *shrugs*). Kind of wish I wasn't so awkward around him though.
     
    That and I kind of regret not doing that comic signing idea as it would been awesome to have had him sign it.
     
    - Book 3 & 4 of the Legend of Korra series was pretty great, if you ask me. I mean yes, there is elements of it that I wish they could of done better. (Like it would been nice to have seen the Red Lotus group in Book 3 more fleshed out as characters, ect.) But overall, I like the series and I am sad to see it go as Avatar universe is pretty awesome.
     
    - I got to go to the Pokemon Symphony and that was pretty awesome (Although I did throw up in parking lot...). I also finally got to meet Lyichir and Aanchir since they were there too. =D
     
    So yeah, that was pretty cool event. My sister and I are actually thinking about maybe going to one in Baltimore next year.
     
    - BIONICLE returns with GEAR FUNCTIONS! Obviously it is happening next year, but the news was released this year, so I am counting it as part of 2014. =P
     
    - My family and I are mostly in good health. I don't think anything major happened to any us this year health wise. However my grandmother did pass away earlier this month...
     
    - I managed to host a little giveaway here back in June and surprisingly enough it went pretty well. I hope the people that got the LEGO Movie DVDs enjoyed it. I might do something like that again in the future here.
     
    - Like last year, I still have my one real life friend, so I hadn't completely been engulf with feelings of loneliness (Although I will admitted I did have a few moments of this at vary points in the year. But eh, that's life of someone that is terrible with people.).
     
    - Lastly, I have continued to make donations to vary charities and stuff throughout the year.
     
    Cons
     
    - As mention above, my grandmother died earlier this month, so that definitely has brought this year down some for me... =(
     
    - I still don't have driver's license, which isn't surprising as that been trend for past few years now. Hopefully next year I can change that.
     
    - Legend of Korra ended... (For what it's worth, I did like the ending to the series.)
     
    Especially since it means we probably won't see Avatar universe again in the future. Although the comic series does seem to be continuing next year, so there is hope.
     
    ***
     
    That's all that comes to mind when I think 2014, so I guess it was mostly a good year for me.
     
    I guess next I'll talk about "goals" for 2015. Here are my goals for new year (They are pretty similar to last year's. XD):
    - Get into better shape / Lose Weight
    - Try to get my driver's license
    - Get some MOCs ready to ship out to some of LEGO conventions
    - Maybe try and visit BrickFair VA again for a day
     
    That's about it for my goals as well, I am kind of drawing a blank on any other possible goals. XD
     
    But anyway, I have kept you folks here long enough. I hope you all have a great new year and thank you for taking the time to read this. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    Oh, and Happy New Year, BZPower!
     
    - JMJ 2014
  7. Jedi Master J.

    Happy Holidays!

    By Jedi Master J.,

    Hey, BZPers. I thought I should pop in really quick and wish you all a Happy Holiday this week (I probably should did this yesterday, but I was kinda busy celebrating the holiday with my family, so I wasn't at my computer much.).
     
    So yeah...Happy Holidays. BZPower! I hope you all have a great week.
     
    I guess, while I am here, I'll share what I got yesterday. Its not much really, but I don't really need anything.
     
    Here's what I got:
    - Three pairs of Sweatpants (Blue, Light Grey, Dark Grey) (Which I think is a pretty nice gift as I could use more sweatpants.)
    - A Grey Short Sleeve Shirt
    - Winter Gloves (Which will be useful for shoveling snow next year. XD)
    - A Light Green Pair of Work Pants (Again like the sweatpants, I certainly don't mind having more of those.)
    - A flashlight and some candy (From a co-worker, who is literally the nicest person I know as she had gifts for everyone at my workplace!)
    - A bonus check from work (You don't need to know how much that was. =P)
    - A Target Gift Card from work (Which is 25 dollars...I have no idea what I am going to use it on.)
    - Some cash from family
     
    That's pretty much everything I got. And well, I have a pretty good holiday with my family yesterday (Mashed Potatoes are best!).
     
    Not sure what else to say really, so I guess I'll call this an entry and post it. Thanks for taking time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
     
    P.S. - I still have Steam Keys up for grab for these games. Let me know if you want any of them.
  8. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I pop in today and let you all know that I am on holiday break from work now. That's pretty cool. It means i have more time to check out stuff here (Such as BIONICLE 2015 stuff, which I only really taken a brief view of.) and do other stuff (Video Games, ect.).
     
    But yeah, you might see me around here a bit more. *shrugs* To be honest, I don't really have definite plans for my free time this week. Like right now, I just been watching a bunch Star Trek: Voyager on Netflix (I just finished season 3 and I am currently on season 4, episode 4.). XD
     
    Hm...I probably should continue my Pokemon journey through Omega Ruby, which I hadn't played since the week...my grandmother passed away...
     
    But yeah, uh... I probably should continue that. Oh, and for those wondering how much progress I made in it before that week, I was only up to second gym. So yeah, not a lot of progress. I am pretty sure all of you have beaten it by now. XD
     
    Speaking of games, last weekend I decided to continue Ace Attorney: Investigations. I ended finishing Case 3 and I am probably going start Case 4 this week. And who knows, maybe I'll beat the game this week too. XD
     
    That would be nice. It give me a reason to update my Backloggery. Of course, buying games for myself in the Steam Sale isn't exactly helping that backlog. XD
     
    Speaking of Steam games, does anyone want these Steam keys:
     
    - Bridge Constructor
    - Magicka + Dungeons and Daemons DLC
    - Magicka: Wizard Wars - Yogscast Tippin' Unique Item
    - Cities in Motion 2
    - Ace of Spades: Battle Builder > Sent to Meiko
    - Thomas Was Alone (I actually I have played this one before. And if I am not mistaken, I did beat it. Its pretty cool simple 2D platformer. I recommend if you like platformers and it seems like it could run on most computers. It ran on my old one and that just have standard graphic card from 2008)
    - Mark of the Ninja > Sent to Burnmad
    - Montas (Early Access)
    - Stronghold Crusader HD
    - Swords and Soldiers HD
    - NiGHTS Into Dreams > Sent to Kohaku
    - Strike Suit Infinity > Sent to ~Shockwave~
    - Call of Juarez
     
    I got the keys from the Humble Bundle for "Yogscast Jingle Jam" this month and well, I didn't really donate for games, so I thought maybe you folks might want them. If you do, let me know and I'll sent you over a key code through PM here.
     
    Moving on, my last gaming thought is I am probably going start KH II.5 this week since well, I been itching to play it (And well, it also helps that I finally beat Dream Drop Distance recently. Yes, I know what took me so long to do that. I really don't have any good excuse for not beating it sooner.). Oh, and I'll try to play some Smash as I have been neglecting it. XD
     
    So yeah, I guess I have some ideas on how to use my free time this week. I doubt I'll do all of them, especially since I am sure I can think of plenty of other stuff. But well, we will just have to wait and see.
     
    Alright, well, that's all I really have to say here. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day today. I'll talk you later, BZPers.
     
    Oh, and Happy Holidays to those that are celebrating a holiday this week.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  9. Jedi Master J.
    UPDATED 12/12/2014: Well, I got my other package today!
     

     
    Its the Gamecube Controller Adapter! Looking forward to playing around with that this weekend. Maybe I can even convince my brother to try out the new Smash, if he is not too busy. =P
     
    ***
     
    Hey, folks. I thought I pop in really quick and share some loot that I got today. So yeah, here's what I got in the mail today.
     
    Woot!
     
    So as today, I have all of the First Wave of Amiibos (DK, Link, Mario, and Kirby are here. I gave Pikachu to my sister.), which is pretty cool. XD
     
    Hm...I am not sure yet if I am going collect the second wave of them (Although looking at second wave preorders does make me a bit worried that I won't find any of them, which kind stinks as I would like get at least Pit.). I probably I will collect them, to be honest.
     
    Oh, and I won't be keeping them in the packaging like this as I would like to use them (After all, they do give me someone to play Smash with when I don't have my siblings around.).
     
    Oh, and before I forget to mention I also got my copy of KH II.5 today (as shown above). Admittedly I probably will not be able to play it though until my brief winter break later in the month. XD I wish there was more time in the day as I would love to revisit KH II now (If you been following my blog for awhile now, you know I love overusing this line from it, "Looks like my summer vacation is...over.").
     
    Oh, well. It gives me something to look forward to during the break (And gives me chance to use that line again when that "vacation" ends. XD)
     
    Alright, well, that's all I really have to say here. Hm...I probably should note that I might be bumping this entry tomorrow as I do have one more package coming this week. I want make sure it works before I get too excited about it. But yeah, I probably update this tomorrow.
     
    With that said, thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day today. I'll talk you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
     
    P.S. I'll try to get a Pokelog up this weekend. I kind of forgot I was going to write one last Sunday, so I am sorry about that.
  10. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. Sorry, its been awhile since my last entry here. I been having a bit rough week as well, my grandmother (Mother's side) passed away this Monday...
     
    Its first time that I have lost a love one (Well, technically I lost my grandfather [Father's Side] before this, but I don't really count that as I was a 4 month old baby when that happened.). So like I say, it been kind of rough week for me.
     
    For those wondering, the funeral was yesterday. I thought it went pretty well for most part and it was a good sent off for my grandmother. Thankfully I didn’t have any stomach issues. Although I did feel quite emotionally drained after the service… Saying goodbye to my grandmother was very difficult.
     
    My only regret from the service yesterday was that I didn't wear my winter coat as that church and burial site was freezing. XD
     
    Also random note about yesterday, I think my grandfather, my brother, and I were like only people in my family that bother to wear an actual suit to service. I kind hope I don't have to wear a suit like that again anytime soon as man, wearing a tie and suit jacket is uncomfortable. It especially made moving the coffin difficult as suit jacket kind restricted my arm movements.
     
    But anyway, I am alright. You don't need to worried about me. Oh, and I should have a PokeLog written up about my progress last week later (I hadn't played it at all this week.). Probably I'll have that up tomorrow.
     
    Alright, that's all I got to say about this week. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day today. I'll talk you later, BZPers.
     
    And lastly, RIP Grandmom (September 1st, 1938 to December 1st, 2014). You are missed… =(
     
    - JMJ 2014
  11. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I am popping back into today to give you a status report on my progress through Pokemon Omega Ruby yesterday. To be honest, I didn't get much done (If anything, a lot of you folks are probably finished by now. XD).
     
    And as the title suggests, I actually play the beginning of this game twice as I kind decided to take advantage Pokemon Bank and use it to get all three Hoenn starters. XD I only had to erase my file once since I already have Torchic from giveaway during X & Y release. And well, I had bred like a bunch of Torchic in my X game, so I just sent a baby one over once I had bred other two starters in my X game.
     
    So yeah, I have three Hoenn starters now. =D Yeah, I know it is not that much of achievement really (Especially to you folks that have actually caught all 719 Pokemon before.). But well, I thought it would be cool to try out all three starters since to be honest, Generation 3 was probably the Generation of Pokemon that I remember least of (Probably doesn't help that it came after my original favorite Generation 2.). So in some ways, this play-through feels new to me. XD
     
    Really that's about it for what I played yesterday. I mean I hadn't really decide on a team yet, outside playing around with the three starters. I guess I'll mention really quick who is in my party:
     
    - Torchic, Level 9
    - Beldum, Level 6 (Nintendo Network Giveaway one)
    - Treecko, Level 16 (He was at Day Care when he got to level 16, so he didn't evolve)
    - Mudkip, Level 13
    - Surskit, Level 5
    - Poochyena, Level 5
     
    And yes, I hadn't nicknamed any of my Pokemon. I should probably do that when I find the Name Rater. Oh, and I almost forgot to mention that I met Wally (He is such a cutie.). Actually I guess it is a given that I have met him. XD
     
    But yeah, that's about it for my first day in Pokemon Omega Ruby. I am not sure if I am going to be playing it today, especially considering I decided to start watching Star Trek: Voyager today.
     
    Hm...I don't know if I have mention here, but I finished Deep Space Nine last month. I thought it was pretty good and its currently my favorite Star Trek series. But anyway, to get back on topic, the next Pokelog probably won't be up till Tuesday, assuming I played it on Monday.
     
    Alright, I rambled enough here. I am sorry if this was boring entry for you to read. Thank you though for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. I'll talk you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  12. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. It been awhile since I wrote a blog entry, so I thought I would pop in today and give a little update. Really there's not much to update you folks on since not a whole lot been going on with me. I just been working and doing the usual stuff (Reading stuff on BZP, watching videos, and playing video games).
     
    Oh, and I don't think I mention here, but I am excited for BIONICLE 2015 (GEAR FUNCTIONS! Oh, how I missed them.). I will admit I am a bit behind of some news about it though. But it is on my to do list to watch all BZPower videos about BIONICLE 2014 during my holiday break next month. So hopefully I'll be up to speed by then and maybe I can comment in more detail about it. XD We'll see, I guess.
     
    But anyway, as the title of entry say, I got my copies of Super Smash Bros for Wii U and Pokemon Omega Ruby today. And I must say I am excited to play them (lol And yet here I am writing this entry rather than just play them already. XD). Hopefully maybe I can play a match or something with some of you folks at some point.
     
    EDITED: Oh, and I am bring back Pokelog on here, so expected to see entry about the start of my journey through Pokemon Omega Ruby tomorrow.
     
    Speaking of that, if you hadn't added me on the Wii U or 3DS, here's my friend code and Nintendo ID in case you want to do that:
     
    3DS Friend Code
     
    5412-9992-6542
     
    Wii U - Nintendo Network ID
     
    BZPJMJ64
     
    ***
     
    Alright, I think I rambled enough here. I am going off now to go play Smash. So thanks for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. Talk to later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  13. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I am just popping in to finally share my pictures from my BrickFair VA visit. Sorry, it took so long.
     
    Apparently I had more pictures than I thought I did. I had like 797 pictures total. And I ended up throwing away 426 of those pictures, so I now only have 371 pictures. So yeah, that was a lot of pictures to look through and I didn't have time during the week to do so.
     
    But anyway, enough rambling, here are the links to the albums:
     
    *** NOTE: My pictures aren't that great and I did miss quite a few MOCs.***
     
    - Bionicle
    - Castle
    - History
    - Micro
    - Mixed
    - Robotics + Technic
    - Space
    - Steampunk
    - Towns
     
    ***
     
    Alright, that's all for this entry. Thanks for taking the time to check this out and I hope you all have a great day. Talk to later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  14. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I should pop in and let you all know how the Saturday visit went. I actually meant to get this up sooner.
     
    But well, I was exhausted on the way back (Constantly thirsty for water), so I went to bed almost as soon as I got back from the trip. And on Sunday, I spent the almost all of my day reviewing photos before realizing that I had 641 of them to review and yeah, there was no way I could review all these in one day.
     
    So yeah, my pictures probably won't be up till this weekend (9th or 10th). I might be able to get Bionicle pictures up earlier than that though since I do have most of them organized in a folder already and I just need to do secondary review of them.
     
    But anyway, I guess I’ll start off by mentioning that I technically start the day off at 4 in morning. Yeah, I know that’s rather early. But well, I guess I couldn’t help it due to excitement as it is not everyday I get to visit another state. Of course, I didn’t actually get out of my bed at 4 AM. I waited till it was like 6 AM to head downstairs and get ready to go. And well, I was feeling pretty good like I wasn’t really nervous about the trip at all. So that was a good sign to start the day.
     
    Of course, it wasn’t to last as soon as it got two minutes from my friend’s arrival, I began to have the all too common stomach issues that I have whenever I go on trips like this. It happened at BrickFair VA 2012, Philly BrickFest April 2014, Zelda Symphony, Nintendo E3 demos. It always happens. Like at times, I have to wonder if my body plots against me whenever I get excited about something. It honestly something I need to get look into at some point. And well, it does play a bit of role in my fear of meeting some of you folks as I am worried that I might make a bad impression by possibly vomiting in front of you or worst…
     
    But anyway, after dealing with that (Which made me a bit later coming out) and taking some medicine to help ease it a little, I went out and met my friend in his car. Not much to say about the car ride up, beside that we took the toll routes this time around (Last time we manage to avoid tolls in their entirety.) and I was feeling like I might barf a few times during the ride up. I was actually kind of worried that I might barf when I saw AT since he did said he would meet us, while I was waiting in line. So it was a relief that barf-ness disappeared when we actually got to convention center.
     
    Speaking of our arrival, I got say I wish I was able to convinced my friend that eating lunch at 2 PM was a terrible idea and we really should have just ate lunch as soon as we arrived like we did in 2012 (We ate lunch at the Subway in Walmart last time).
     
    Oh, and I think we drove by someone cosplay-ing as MetalBeard, whom I think was a BZPer since I seem to recall someone here saying that they would be doing that. I didn’t actually meet them, but their cosplay was pretty cool.
     
    But anyway, after finding a parking spot (Which was actually almost the exact same spot, we parked last time) and running over to Walmart to use the bathroom (Again, we really should of ate there when we had the chance.), we walked over to the line for people that order tickets online and well, waited there for about an hour, I guess.
     
    Oh, and AT literally appear like six or so minutes after we got in line. I guess that's not surprising though since I did tell him that I would be there around 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. So yeah, I met AT. I guess I made an alright impression (My handshake was probably terrible.). *shrugs* I probably should of introduce him to my friend. I am bad at this social stuff. Speak of my friend, he actually thought I had met AT before since well, I knew who he was instantly. XD I had to explain him that was first time I have met AT in person and well, why exactly AT thanked me. The "why AT thank me" conversation was interesting one to explain. XD
     
    Alright, so moving on from that, when we finally got in, we decided to go straight to Bionicle table since AT said the others would be waiting for me there. Of course, I didn't go directly over to them as I want to stay close by my friend since I didn't want to make him think I was going to abandon him to hang out with BZPers here (That and well, I'll admit was kind of nervous.). So yeah, I just follow along with him and took pictures of what was on display.
     
    Eventually we got over to Sumiki / Zatth group and I think either Sumiki or Zatth start the conversation (My memory is a bit fuzzy, I admit. And it was kind of loud at the time, so it was hard to hear.). And well, I greet them back and just continue on my way. I probably should of been more conversational and well, introduce my friend to them. But again, I didn't think about that, so I must come off as very rude. *sigh*
     
    I also should of I said hello to Meiko and Aanchir when I was passing by them to go toward Sumiki / Zatth group. But again, I wasn't thinking and just walk by them (Well, admittedly I was hoping they would notice I was here when conversation with Sumiki group started.).
     
    Oh, and I didn't give them the comic to sign since at that point, I was having second thoughts about that idea. (I also brought a bunch of TNG Miru in a Toa Mata Canister to give to anyone that sign it.) *shrugs* I don’t know… I thought the idea wasn’t going to work too well, especially if those pens, that I brought, weren’t readable on the comic.
     
    That and well, I may have been slightly worried about repeating what happen at Philly BrickFest by accidentally knocking something over when trying to hand over the comic. So yeah, I was kind trying to avoid making any contact with table this time. That’s also why I didn’t sign the Logbook right away (I didn’t sign it until it was time for me to leave.).
     
    Alright, I should get back on track. XD So after meeting Sumiki / Zatth group (Their group needs a name. How about Team Farm Animals? =P), we continued along the table till we met Black Six (for like second time this year.).
     
    He basically said to me, “JMJ, you can’t hide this time.” (I should have hid behind my friend or bag as a joke. XD Also technically I wasn’t hiding in 2012, I was there in plain slight. I just didn’t say anything and wait to sign the book at 3 PM, which was around the time we left. UPDATED: I just realize he was referring our April meeting at Philly BrickFest since I was kind of hiding behind my phone/camera. You win this round, Black Six. =P)
     
    Black Six then proceed to tell the group behind Bionicle table with banner that I was here. They greeted me and I said hello back. After that, I just went on my way and continue taking pictures of stuff.
     
    Really not a whole lot to mention after we left the Bionicle Table. I mean not say that other tables don't have cool stuff, they do have cool stuff. I just mean all I was doing at that point was just taking pictures, so I doubt that describing that in detail will be interesting. XD
     
    There definitely was a lot of cool stuff to look at. After all, I somehow have 641 pictures from this event. Its crazy and we didn't get to all the tables since our deadline to leave was like 2 PM (Last time we left at 3 PM. My friend wanted to leave earlier this time since last time we run into traffic on the way home. Of course, technically it was his fault since he was one that want to see a movie afterwards, so we likely would of avoid some of that traffic if we had left Virigina at the time we said we would.).
     
    Oh, I just remembered we did run into Black Six again briefly since apparently he decided to give me my reward for supporting BZPower BrickFair LaserTag thing. I am glad to see it was just the shirt. Thanks again for that, Black Six. (I'll note here that I did have another interesting conversation explaining to my friend, why Black Six thank me and gave me the shirt. XD) I hope you folks had fun at that LaserTag thing.
     
    Alright, so when it got closer to 2 PM, we start get ready leave since by then, our hungry and thirsty were getting pretty bad. Especially mines since I was so thirsty for water that I drank from that terrible water fountain again (It still the worst water fountain I have ever drank from.). So yeah, like I said, waiting to have lunch at 2 PM was not best idea, especially when the last time you had something to eat or drink was a light meal at 7 AM.
     
    Of course, before we could leave, I had to make sure that I sign the Logbook, which I did make my friend aware of. But I think when we did decide it was time for us to get going, there was misunderstanding as he had straight for the exit. I did try tell him to wait, but he did not hear me. So knowing that once I went out that door I could not come back in, I had to stop myself from following my friend.
     
    And well, I went over to Bionicle table one last time and sign the Logbook (I also drop my bag on the floor because I thought it would get in the way of signing it.). While I was doing that, Takuma Nuva came over and briefly ask how I was. I was honest with him and told him that I was dehydrated, but follow it up by mentioning that we going to lunch now to dismiss any possible worries.
     
    And well, I thought that was it for conversation, so I said good bye to Takuma Nuva and awkwardly wave at him. I mean it would probably would been nice to have maybe a longer conversation, but I knew my friend was going call me soon. Before I get away though, someone call me back over the table. It took me a bit by surprised, especially when I notice who it was.... It was DeeVee.
     
    Yeah, I totally wasn't expecting that. Although I guess I should of since I guess Black Six told him about my comic signing thing that I originally mention on my Twitter. *shrugs* But anyway, he introduce himself to me and I kind awkwardly said hi. I mean I wasn't really sure what else to say to him, so once it seems like he was finished what he want to say, I said my goodbyes and quickly rush for the exit.
     
    My friend call me just as I got there, so it was good timing on my part. After we reunited outside, we headed to car and check our 3DSs for streetpasses. We didn't get a lot this time around. I only got about 10 Miis for Mii Plaza (I later got seven more on the way home.). And I'll be honest we spent an hour messing with our 3DSs in the car rather than just go to lunch. XD
     
    And when we did go to get lunch (at 3 PM), we went to a Subway that was in a shopping center nearby rather than just go to one in the Walmart nearby. XD We really did a terrible job of following that leave time deadline. If it is any consolation, traffic wasn't too bad heading home.
     
    Our problem going home was more toll related than anything else since for some reason the way back had five tolls (The way there only had three tolls and they cost about $12 total) and they cost about $21 total. Well, to be specific, it was one toll really. We ended up in a coins only toll by mistake and of course, we didn't have enough coins to pay it (The toll was $1 in coins; we were 4 cents off.).
     
    So yeah, that wasn't great. We have been told that fine could be waved if we explain the situation in a letter after getting the fine papers in the mail. (For those wondering, I have told my friend that I am willing to give him the funds to pay the fine, so if it comes to that I will.) So yeah, that moment did spoil the ride home a bit. It definitely taught me to bring a bunch of coins with me, if we ever do a trip like this again.
     
    Along the way home, my friend explain to me what Data on my phone was (Note: My Phone is a TracFone.) and I got say I am kicking myself for not figuring that out sooner as that would of been useful to let people know when we actually arrived at BrickFair VA. So yeah, another lesson for future trips, I guess.
     
    Alright, the last interesting part of that day was that we stop by a Best Buy in Delaware since my friend want to pick up a copy of Ni-No-Kuni: Wrath of The White Witch (Unfortunately they didn't have a copy.). I ended up picking up a copy of HD Collection of ICO and Shadow of the Colossus (I got it for $4.99 since I had $15 rewards thing from Best Buy) since there wasn't any 3DS games available.
     
    And well, that was our trip. After we were done in Best Buy, we headed home and I pay for my friend's gas (Remind me never to get a Ford Explorer. Geez...Gas for that thing is expense. It was $54!). Not much else to say really.
     
    Well, actually I guess there is this question. Will I be checking out next year's BrickFair VA? Maybe. We hadn't made any plans for it yet. I mean I can't go by myself since I don't have a vehicle (Maybe I'll have my license by then. But still that's a bit of big trip to do when you are new with a driving license.). Beside that, I feel more confidence when I am around people that I am familiar with, so I don't think going alone is ever the best idea for me. *shrugs*
     
    Alright, that's all for this entry. I apologize for writing such a long-winded entry. Thanks though for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. Talk to later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  15. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought pop in today and just remind you folks that I'll be checking out BrickFair VA tomorrow during the visitor's hours. It should be fun trip.
     
    Uh, I guess I'll tell you how to spot me, I should be the guy wearing a red BZPower shirt with thick glasses and an old Penn State bag (I have the bag to carry my umbrella since according to weather news reports, it going rain tomorrow. Its going be fun standing in a line in the rain. XD).
     
    I'll try my best to say hello, if I see any of you folks. EDITED: Oh, if I meet any of you folks, I probably ask you to sign this Bionicle comic.
     
    Oh, and I'll be sure to take plenty of pictures to share here later.
     
    Alright, that's all for this entry. Thanks for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. Talk to later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  16. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I would pop in today and give a general life update since it has been awhile since I have done one.
     
    I guess I'll start by mentioning how my job been going. Its been going pretty good, I think. I mean I still have it, so obvious that's good. XD And well, business wise we have been getting plenty of work this year (It is a bit slow this month, but that usually how it is in July since the company does have a little two week shut down at start of it.). So yeah, it been good.
     
    I could probably ramble a lot about my job here, but I doubt it be that interesting for you folks to read. I don't really do anything exciting. I am just an office worker that handles database and planning stuff for the manufacturing of helicopter parts (Mostly hogout and sheet metal parts) in our machine shop. So yeah, probably not most interesting job to ramble about here. XD
     
    Alright, so moving on, I guess I could mention here that I finished Star Trek: The Next Generation last weekend. I got say after watching it, I can definitely see why people like Star Trek. It's a great series. I must admit though I was sad to see TNG end though. I am going to miss Picard and his crew. Speaking of Star Trek, I just started watching Star Trek: Deep Space Nine this weekend and I got say I am liking it so far. (I am currently watching it as I write this actually. XD I am on Season 1, Episode 11.)
     
    Okay, I think I ramble enough about Star Trek here. Hm...Let's see what else can talk about. Well, Book 3 of Korra has been pretty good so far. I am a bit disappointed that Spirits hadn't been involved in this book's plot though. I mean I would expected them to play a bigger role in story since Harmonic Convergence occurred.
     
    That being said, I like the storylines for this season, especially the backstory about Lin's family. I would ramble more about Korra series, but I don't want to end up accidentally spoil something for people that I hadn't watch the latest season yet.
     
    So moving right along, uh... I was going talk about video games. I hadn't really play much this week, outside of Animal Crossing: New Leaf (Which I mostly went on to clean up Redbrook since I planning to try and get back into the game.).
     
    Hm...I probably should finish 999 at some point. I only like two ending away from 100% it. Oh, and I probably should start Edgeworth's Ace Attorney at some point. XD So many games to play yet so little time.
     
    Alright, I think I rambled enough about stuff here. It was probably a boring read really. I am sorry for that. Uh...I guess while I am here, I might as well wish BZPower a belated birthday since anniversary week ends today. Happy Birthday, BZPower! I hope the site lives to see another 13 years. Hopefully I'll still be around to see this great site continue to grow with time.
     
    Thanks for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. Talk to later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  17. Jedi Master J.
    BUMPED 07/24/2014: Bumping since the AMA fad is back. XD So yeah, asking me anything, if you want.
     
    ***
     
    Hey, folks. As the title says, this is the third entry for asking me anything (See 2nd here and 1st here.). Basically you folks just ask me questions here that you want me to answer.
     
    Okay, that's all I really have to say for this entry. So go ahead and ask me some questions, if you want. And well, if you don't want to, thanks for at least reading this entry.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  18. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I would pop in today and ask you all a quick question.
     
    Basically I want your opinion on whether or not I should ship these MOCs to BrickFair VA this weekend. Should I?
     
    I am mostly asking because well, I would like to hear your folks' thoughts on them before I decide ship anything out. Thanks in advance to those that take the time to provide with some feedback, ect. Oh, and if you want me to provide more photos of them, please do let me know.
     
    Alright, I guess that's it for this entry. Thanks for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. Talk to later, BZPers.
     
    Update 07/19/14: I thought I should pop back in and let you know that I shipped out the package today. I did take out one of them though (If you are wondering, its unnamed Ga-Turaga.) since I thought fishers64 did make a good point that it was kind of simple.
     
    I guess since I am here, I might as well share some "better" pictures (I say better in quotation marks because obviously my pictures are not going be that good since I am using a cellphone camera to take them.) of the MOCs that I did sent. So yeah, here's some pictures of my MOCs:
     
    Unnamed Le-Matoran with Bat Wings
    - Iso
    - Front
    - Side
    - Back
     
    Spaceship
    - Front
    - Side
    - Front with Stand
    - Side with Stand
     
    Ussal Crab
    - Front
    - Side
     
    Unnamed Po-Koro Rahi
    - Front
    - Side
     
    ***
     
    Well, that's it for this update. I guess you can comment on them, if you want. I know they are not that great.
     
    Hm..You know it is going be weird seeing them during my Saturday visit of BrickFair VA. Here's to hoping they doesn't look too bad with other better MOC displays there.
     
    Alright, that's enough from me. Thanks for taking the time to read this and I hope you all have a great day. Talk to later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  19. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I should pop in today and share what I brought from Summer Steam Sale this year. So without further ado, here's my list:
     
    For Myself:
    - The Wolf Among Us, Sale Price: $8.49 (Normal Price: $24.99)
    - The Walking Dead, Sale Price: $6.24 (Normal Price: $24.99)
     
    Total spent on self: $14.73
    Total saved on self: $35.25
     
    For others (Gifts):
    - The Witcher: Enhanced Edtion (2 Copies), Sale Price: $1.99 X 2 = $3.98 (Normal Price: $9.99 X 2 = $19.98)
    - The Witcher 2 (2 Copies), Sale Price: $3.99 X 2 = $7.98 (Normal Price: $19.99 X 2 = $39.98)
    - Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Legendary, Sale Price: $13.59 (Normal Price: $39.99)
    - Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance (2 Copies), Sale Price: $14.99 X 2 = $29.98 (Normal Price: $29.99 X 2 = $59.98)
    - The Wolf Among Us (2 Copies), Sale Price: $8.49 X 2 = $16.98 (Normal Price: $24.99 X 2 = $49.98)
    - The Last Remnant, Sale Price: $2.49 (Normal Price: $9.99)
    - The LEGO Movie Video Game, Sale Price: $7.49 (Normal Price: $29.99)
     
    Total spent on others: $82.49
    Total saved on others: $167.40
     
    Max Total Spent: $97.22
    Max Total Saved: $202.65
     
    ***
     
    Well, that's pretty much everything that I brought for this Steam Sale. Yeah, I know I brought more stuff for others rather than myself. I can't help it. XD
     
    In other news, I am on vacation from work this week (Like usually since we always have a couple of shut down weeks in July.). I can't say I have any plans really, outside of work on making something for BioniLUG display for BrickFair VA. That and well, driving practice since I would like to try to get my license by November this year.
     
    Speaking of BrickFair VA, I don't think I mention this here yet, but I did buy visitor tickets for that. So you folks might see me on the Saturday visitor day (Assuming nothing comes up.). I try my best to say hello, if I do end up being there.
     
    Alright, that's enough from me. I hope you all have a great day and thank you for taking the time to read this. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  20. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. Its time to announce the winners of my giveaway here. You all excited?
     
    Well, here are winners:
     
    - fisher64
    - Kohila
    - SkullKid
    - Sumiki
     
    ***
     
    Alright, if you are one of those winners, you should expected a PM from me asking for address information, so be on the lookout for that.
     
    Oh, and I should be able to get these DVDs out by next week, so hopefully it won't take too long to get you.
     
    Well, that's all I have to say really. Actually since I have you all here, thank you to everyone that decide to take part in this.
     
    I really appreciate that since I'll admit when I first posted this, I wasn't expecting many people to enter. That mostly because I thought this giveaway was going end up like November Raffles, which not a lot of people enter in. (I imagine that article on front page definitely help this, so thank you to BZP staff for getting word out about it.) So yeah, thank you all for entering really.
     
    And well, who knows maybe I do another one of these at some point since this went well. Hm...It probably be a bit different though as I really like to make something more forum interaction and contest like than a plain old giveaway. XD
     
    Speaking that, do you folks have any thoughts or criticism on how I handle this giveaway? I would appreciate any tips on improving how I handle these things, so don't be afraid to share them here. Thanks in advance to those that do.
     
    Alright, that's enough from me. I hope you all have a great day and thank you for taking the time to read this. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  21. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. As many of you probably know already, the LEGO Movie was released on DVD & Blu-Ray today. And naturally I thought a day like this deserve something special. As such, I am hosting a little giveaway here to celebrate the occasion.
     
    So without further ado, here is what I am giving away today:
     
    - Four copies of the LEGO Movie DVD
     
    Note: The DVD copy of the LEGO Movie does not contain Vitruvius minifigure. That's only available with Blu-Ray copy of the movie.
     
    ***GENERAL RULES***
     
    1) To enter, all you have do is leave a comment here stating "that you want in on the giveaway" and you will have an entry in it.
     
    2) Please follow all BZPower Rules and Guidelines in your conduct for this.
     
    3) The giveaway winners will be determine by random number generators or pulling a name out of a hat.
     
    4) The entry deadline is June 24th, 2014 at 11:00 PM EST.
     
    5) Post all questions & comments here.
     
    ***QUESTIONS***
     
    1) Is there a restriction on what BZPower members can enter? Like do they have to be from U.S. or Canada?
     
    Unfortunately this time around I think I will have to put in a restriction since I believe DVDs are region locked, so people from other countries, beside the U.S. or Canada, wouldn't be able to play these DVDs.
     
    So unless I am mistaken, this giveaway will be U.S. & Canada affair only. Apologizes to the members in other countries.
     
    UPDATE 06/21: It has come my attention that it is possible for people from other countries to play US region locked DVDs (See JrMasterModelBuilder's comment below). As such, I am updating my ruling here to say that if you have the means to play US region locked DVDs, then feel free enter in this.
     
    2) Why are you giving away DVDs? Blu-Rays would of been better choice, especially since it has that Vitruvius minifigure.
     
    My reasoning for choosing to giveaway DVDs instead Blu-Rays mostly has to do with the fact that I was worried that someone might not be able to play a Blu-Ray disc, so I thought a DVD giveaway would be safer choice as it wouldn't exclude anyone.
     
    **ENTRY LIST**
     
    1) dotcom
     
    2) The Xinlo
     
    3) fishers64
     
    4) Bambi
     
    5) Voltex Oblige
     
    6) Ehks
     
    7) Vorahk1Panrahk2
     
    8) Kohrak Kal17
     
    9) The Malicious Phantom
     
    10) Ahktu
     
    11) NuparuTheArchvisit
     
    12) Bluest-of-Jayys
     
    13) Lord Oblivion
     
    14) kopaka's kool kompanion
     
    15) Kohila
     
    16) The 10th Rider
     
    17) Indigogeek
     
    18) ~ The 1st Shadow ~
     
    19) Click Removed from entry list as requested.
     
    19) Regicidal Kaiser Manducus
     
    20) CrunchbiteNuva
     
    21) Kayru
     
    22) Kapak Toa of Space
     
    23) bluefish
     
    24) SkullKid
     
    25) powerjala
     
    26) Eredar
     
    27) Observance
     
    28) Toa Smoke Monster
     
    29) Renzari
     
    30) TNTOS
     
    31) PyroLizard Prime
     
    32) Agent Fusion
     
    33) CeeCee
     
    34) Meso Zehvor
     
    35) ~Shockwave~
     
    36) Liopleurodon
     
    37) Toa of Dancing
     
    38) Sniver
     
    39) Kughii
     
    40) TwistedLego
     
    41) Sumiki
     
    42) V-N
     
    43) Meiko
     
    44) Infamous Ironic Iguana
     
    45)
     
     
    ***
     
    - JMJ 2014
  22. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I would pop in and give a little recap on how my visit to Philly BrickFest went. And well, show you my photos from the event. Although I should note that I am not good photographer. So if you expecting quality photos, wait for BZP Staff coverage of it.
     
    But anyway, I guess I'll start by linking to my photos since I am sure most of you don't want to read my rambling about it here. So yeah, here are following albums that you can check out:
     
    Bionicle Photos
     
    DelVaLUG Photos
     
    PennLUG / Trains Photos
     
    Sci-Fi Photos
     
    Snail Photos
     
    Vehicle Photos
     
    Other Photos
     
    Videos
     
    ***
     
    Alright, with that out of the way, I guess I can begin with recap of my visit. I am not sure where to begin really. I mean a lot happen that day. Although I doubt everything will be interesting for you folks to read. Oh, well. I am sure you will just skim read this anyway.
     
    So to begin, I guess I mention that my visit took place on a Saturday (April 26th). I was very excited for it, especially the night before. And well, that excitement was enough to make me wake up at like 5 AM (Which is quite rare for me as I don't like the morning.). Of course, I didn't leave for the place at 5 AM. That would of been crazy early and my friend wasn't even up yet.
     
    Of course, I didn't actually leave my bed until it was like 6 AM. I then went downstairs, made breakfast, text my friend, chill on Twitter, ect. After a couple of hours, my friend arrived at my house to pick me up (It was around 8 AM.).
     
    Hm...I am not going to talk about car ride since it rather uneventful. After all, we got to Expo center around 8:50 AM.
     
    Now initially, we got a bit confused since apparently there was two lines for the place (One for people that brought tickets beforehand and one for people buying it at the door.).
     
    I got say that was kind of annoying, especially considering nothing on their website even seem to suggest that public passes were purchasable online. I mean I did a website search beforehand and I found nothing but AFOL registration tickets. So yeah, no idea how those people knew where to look.
     
    But anyway, after being corrected, we stood in line waiting until they open the doors to public, which was around 10 AM. However my line didn't get to go in until a bit later since obviously the other line take priority as they have tickets already (Nothing wrong with that, although there were plenty of irritated people in my line about that.).
     
    Oh, I forgot to mention that while waiting for doors to open, we got a map, some sort of Clone Wars Poster, and two sort of ad things from the event's sponsors, I guess.
     
    The map was rather small and not very useful. I mean it didn't have many callouts for a lot of tables. Most just said MOC table, which is rather obvious considering this is a LEGO event. It made finding the Bionicle Table, not an easy task (BrickFair VA has it beat in this regard as Bionicle Table was extreme easy to find there or at least it was during my visit.). I also end up throwing it away since I got it wet. Not going to explain how that happen since it rather embarrassing, so let's leave it at that.
     
    As for the poster, my friend threw his away since he doesn't like Star Wars. I also threw mines away, but only because I had nowhere to put it. I probably should worn that backpack I left in the car with an umbrella. It especially would of help me carry my hoodie easier as I had to juggle it through the event in my hands since I got way too hot to wear it. So if I learn anything from this, its that I should pick a bag with me.
     
    Lastly, the sponsor ad things, I kept those for some weird reason. I guess it was just because it was easy to fit in my hoodie pockets.
     
    But anyway, after they let our line head in and we brought tickets, we join the line of people entering the main Expo Hall. And man, there was a lot of people there. I guess the LEGO Movie airing this year might be part of reason for this. Not that I am saying these events don't get a lot of people. I mean my visit to BrickFair VA had a lot people there too.
     
    For some reason though, this place felt extra crowded though. But then again, I guess this Expo center is bigger than one that hosts BrickFair VA (I could be wrong though as my memory is kind fuzzy. I mean my visit to BrickFair VA was back in 2012.), so naturally more people can get in.
     
    Speaking of the LEGO Movie, this place was filled with spaceship MOCs. Benny would been proud. And he was actually there to see it too (I don't mean just Benny Minifigures. They had someone dress as Benny there to take photographs with fans. That poor person in that costume must of been awful hot.).
     
    But anyway, we basically start going all over place taking the pictures that you see in the albums above. I should note that I did a miss a couple tables since I was having camera trouble at the beginning. I was trying to figure out how to get my father's camera to work without picture staying on the screen until I click a button. So all photos that you see above were instead taken from a Phone camera, so the pictures might not be that great. Sorry.
     
    While I was taking pictures, I was, of course, on the lookout for Bionicle Table. I didn't actually get to it though until the end of our visit. However I did find where it was before then (The table was packed with people at the time.) and I stare at Black Six from afar like I had before at BrickFair VA (Because I am weird.). XD
     
    I guess the question now is: Did I say hi to Black Six? The answer is yes, I did greet him after he remark about me trying to hide behind my camera. I even shown him the sticker note that I prepared for the occasion. So I would say that it went better than expected, although it probably helps that I had a friend with me.
     
    Of course, as well as greeting Black Six went, my anxiety decided to appear as I went over to sign BZP Logbook for event. It got triggered when I accidental knock over one of MOCs near the book and instinctively try to fix my error when I should known better than touch the MOC. It got worst when Black Six remarked, "Was I trying to break it?" I get it was done in joking fashion, but my brain at the time begin to worried that I might of broken it when I try to fix it.
     
    After that remark, I try to shift my focus to just signing the logbook as quick as I could before I cause more damage. Of course, I had stupidly start to write my real name under the username line, so I end up trying to scribble that out and write my username over top of it (I should of use the pencil, I brought.).
     
    Embarrassed from those two moments, I try to move away from the table and well, I start to shake a little as I reflected on my actions and worried what Black Six must think. This was kind of the reason there isn't a lot of Bionicle pictures as this silly little anxiety made it hard for me to focus the camera while I was there. I am sorry about that.
     
    But anyway, outside of my failures in a social situation, I did manage to get a Prototype piece from Black Six (Its same as one that I got before, so I got two now. =D). I actually did mean to give Black Six something back (I brought some TNG Miru to give to anyone that I may of met there.), but he unfortunately disappeared after fixing the railing for Bionicle Table (I guess to go have lunch.).
     
    Speaking of things I brought with me, I had my BIONILUG brick in my pocket. I am not sure why I brought that really. I guess I want to use it as Attorney Badge or something. XD
     
    Alright, so after we have finished getting pictures of Bionicle table, we decided to head out and get some lunch. We drove up to King of Prussia Mall and had something to eat there (I had grilled cheese like I always do. See I wasn't lying when I said I always ordered grilled cheese at restaurants). I pay for our meal there. We were going to try and split it, but I decided it would be easier to pay the whole thing. Beside, it was a way to pay my friend back for driving me up here.
     
    And well, that's about it. I mean we pretty much just drove home after that. I don't really have much else to really say about our visit really. Well, I guess it worth mentioning that we did get some streetpass stuff, while we were there. I think my friend beat Find Mii for first time there. As for me, I am very close to beating final boss in Find Mii II (I still got three Miis from that day that I need to use, so I might end up beating it next time I turn my 3DS on.).
     
    Oh, and my friend and I were talking about future hangouts for us and there is slight possibility that we will be doing a day trip to BrickFair VA again (Assuming nothing comes up this time like a surprise wedding. =P).
     
    Okay, that's enough from me for today. Overall it was a pretty fun trip and I definitely would do it again, if I could. I apologize if this was kind of boring read. I hope you all have a great day and thank you for taking the time to read this. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  23. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I pop in and share how my B-Day went today.
     
    Really there is not much to say. I didn't exactly do anything special. I mostly just treated it like a normal day. Well, I should say a normal weekend day as otherwise I would been at work for most of the day.
     
    But anyway, I basically I just watched a lot of Star Trek: The Next Generation today (I am currently on season 3.). So yeah, I wouldn't say it is very productive or eventful day. Not that I am complaining though as I like chill days like this.
     
    Hm...What else should I mention? Well, I got some cards from relatives and I also got two gifts from a friend of mines. Uh...I had some cake with my dinner. I unfortunately don't have a picture of it though. It basically looks like an Easter Egg, if you really that curious. Oh, and I have some chocolates too.
     
    That's all I really have to say about my birthday. As a side note, yesterday was my 4th anniversary of being employed. I don't really anything say about that, beside obvious that I am rather graceful to still have this job.
     
    In other news, it seems that next Saturday (April 26th) my friend and I are going to check out the public day for Philly BrickFest, so that I should be a fun little trip (Its much shorter trip than one to BrickFair VA.). I'll be sure to take a bunch of pictures from that to show you folks. Oh, and if you are also going, I probably be wearing my BZPower shirt, so I probably be easy to notice (Whether or not I can buck up courage to introduce myself to anyone is the real question.).
     
    Alright, that's enough from me for today. I apologize if this was kind of boring read. I hope you all have a great day and thank you for taking the time to read this. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  24. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I pop in really quick before I head to bed to let you all know that I have been playing 999 since some of you said I should last entry (I am taking a break from Apollo Justice. I'll probably get back to it next week.).
     
    And well, I am loving it. I definitely don't regret picking up this game. So far I have gotten three endings in it ("Coffin Ending," "Sub Ending," and "Ax Ending") and I am planning on trying and do the "Safe Ending" and "True Ending" after work tomorrow (I plan on doing the "Knife Ending" after those two since my desire for answers is too strong. XD).
     
    But yeah, that's what I been doing all this weekend. Not sure what else to say really. Hm...I guess I could share more of my thoughts here on it later after I have gotten all the endings, if you folks want me to. Let me know if you do (Obviously though, I am not going to talk too indepth about it as I don't want spoil anything for anyone.).
     
    Well, I should probably head to bed. Thanks for taking the time to read this and I hope all have a great day. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
  25. Jedi Master J.
    Hey, folks. I thought I pop in and share my loot for this month. So yeah, here's a picture of my loot.
     
    Alright, so now you seen, I guess I'll talk about it a little here. Well, the plushie I don't really have anything to say about, beside that I thought it would be cool thing to have.
     
    As for Ace Attorney Investigations, I decided to pick that one since chronologically it occurs before new Ace Attorney game on 3DS. That and well, I like Edgeworth, so I thought it would be interesting to see things from his side of the court. Of course, I won't be playing it until I beat Apollo Justice, which actually shouldn't be too much longer since I am on case 3 now.
     
    Hm...While I am on subject of Apollo Justice, I must say I am enjoying so far. I mean yes, I do have a bit of mixed feelings about some things in the game. But overall it been a fun experience. Oh, I especially like Apollo, Trucy, Prosecutor Gavin, and Detective Skye.
     
    Alright, moving right along, the last thing that I brought this month was a copy of Professor Layton and the Eternal Diva film. My reasoning for buying that has to do with the fact that I kind want to tackle this game series next after I have finished all US released titles for the Ace Attorney series.
     
    And well, I didn't find any affordable copies of Professor Layton games yet. But I noticed that film was rather cheap, so I decided to pick it up. I got say I thought the film was pretty good and it makes me kind of want break my promise to myself by continuing play Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask (I brought a eShop copy of that awhile back.). *shrugs*
     
    Well, that's pretty much it for this entry. Actually I guess while I am here, I could show this. Its DS game that I found while doing some cleaning.
     
    I think I must of brought it last year. I don't recall my reasoning for getting it. Although I think some of you folks might of been talking about it here at one point, so I may decided to get it to see what it about. Of course, I never did check it out. XD
     
    I guess I could play it after I done with Ace Attorney series. *shrugs* What you folks think? Just wondering.
     
    Alright, I rambled enough for today. I apologize if this was kind of boring read. I hope you all have a great day and thank you for taking the time to read this. Talk to you later, BZPers.
     
    - JMJ 2014
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