http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/ Discuss non-anime movies, games, and more! en Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:41:59 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/ http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25495-riichi-mahjong.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:44:53 GMT I recall a random GAD thread a while back that turned up a few mahjong players, and I've been playing quite a bit lately so I figured I'd try making a thread for it here ^_^

For those unfamiliar, mahjong (real mahjong, not solitaire) is a game somewhat similar to rummy, using mahjong tiles instead of playing cards of course. There are several variations, but the one seen in anime like Akagi or Saki is the Japanese "riichi" version. (which imo is the best version anyway)

Though there is obviously a luck element to the game, there's also a good deal more strategy than may initially meet the eye, in things like reading your opponents' discards, deciding when to open your hand, playing with the score in mind, etc. A good site to learn the game and try it out is Mahjong Time. If you're just starting, it may be best to play a few Hong Kong games to get the general feel of it, then read up on riichi and switch to that. Riichi rules can feel a bit overwhelming at first, but once you get the hang of it it's a very solid game.

So, has anybody out there been playing lately, or is interested in trying it out? ]]> Entertainment Cetonis http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25495-riichi-mahjong.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25493-rosenkreuzstilette-fraudenstachel-delayed-again-_.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:01:19 GMT

Gah! First pushed to Comiket 77 and now to an unknown date in 2010 (probably C78). :crying:

Don't know what Rosenkreuzstilette Fraudenstachel is? Still?

YouTube - RKS Freudenstachel Webtrial Gameplay - part1/2
YouTube - RKS Freudenstachel Webtrial Gameplay - part2/2

Well, if they can make the game good. At least it's better than the few years and unknown date of release since 9thNight released its Es demo . . .

YouTube - Es Trial Edition Beta - Stage 1 and 2 ]]> Entertainment purplemo http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25493-rosenkreuzstilette-fraudenstachel-delayed-again-_.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25464-thanksgiving-specials.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:03:53 GMT Can anyone think of a list of thanksgiving related tv specials? I'm primarily thinking about american tv specials, but anime ones would be ok too.

The ones i can think of:
garfield thanksgiving
snoopy thanksgiving
peanuts historical thing, thanksgiving episode
an old bugs bunny special
"the first thnksgiving" or "the thanksgiving that almost wasn't" (not sure the exact title, a special about a squirrel & some kids during the first thanksgiving & how it almost didn't happen)

That's it. Pretty paltry compared to the assload of xmas & halloween specials. ]]> Entertainment Drahken http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25464-thanksgiving-specials.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25396-video-full-nostalgic-win.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:35:04 GMT YouTube - The Golden Age of Video - By Ricardo Autobahn

Someone had brilliant idea. Warning: watching this vid can make your "want to rewatch" list super long. ]]> Entertainment Uriel http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25396-video-full-nostalgic-win.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25395-new-music.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:47:37 GMT What do you think of new music? (as in stuff from 08-09)

All of my favorite bands are currently on hiatus, or not having any albums until 2010. The only band I like that I know that's active right now is RHCP (Red Hot Chili Peppers), who came out of hiatus this year. ]]> Entertainment UltimateKurosakiX http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25395-new-music.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25376-thirst.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:40:40 GMT I can't really recommend this to anyone who doesn't like arthouse films, as it's a tad slow and low-key in places, but generally I found it a fun, dark, amusing and altogether worthwhile vampire romance film.

Quite probably because it isn't romantic in the slightest. It's by the same director as Old Boy, but it's not quite as accessible as that film.

Anyone see this/wanted to see it? ]]> Entertainment valondar http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25376-thirst.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25371-dragon-age.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:21:56 GMT Figured I'd start this thread for this game since I have a question...

Where in the hell do I train my specializations at? I can't find any info whatsoever... And I'm already lvl 10 or 11 on 3 or 4 characters. ]]> Entertainment Quizap http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25371-dragon-age.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25358-v-new-series.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:32:55 GMT Anyone watch it?
Anyone watch the old series?
Anyone still think it is the 80's?

So, I liked it, it condensed like half the mini seires from the old show into like a 1 hour pilot.
looks as if they are going to focus on other parts of the show [spoiler] like the resistance [/spoiler]
Anyhow, if this dies I will know how sad this show is and how sad I am for watching it :baka: ]]> Entertainment Funkgun http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25358-v-new-series.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25339-american-mcgee-back.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:50:13 GMT YouTube - American McGee's Alice 2 Teaser Trailer


I may have soiled myself a wee bit...

Edit: [spoiler]from the sheer excitement that another installment of this great game is coming [/spoiler] ]]> Entertainment Uriel http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25339-american-mcgee-back.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25308-avatar-james-cameron.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:45:59 GMT All I can say is WOW. I'm surprised no one has started a thread on this yet. It looks absolutely amazing with a not so unique storyline but still looks good regardless of that. Today's the first time I've seen any type of preview for it.

Avatar trailers and video clips on Yahoo! Movies ]]> Entertainment Quizap http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25308-avatar-james-cameron.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25251-cod-mw2-not-buying-anymore-preorder-cancelled.html Sun, 25 Oct 2009 14:24:58 GMT Well, I found out yesterday that I won't be getting this anymore. I don't own a console, nor will I get one any time soon (probably not for another 3 to 5 years).

The PC version of the game will not have dedicated servers anymore like the prior CoDs which is the main reason I play FPS' to begin with. I prefer looking for a server and finding one I like, not being matched up with a few people and whammo, I'm in a game of "similar" stats players. It really takes the fun away and the challenge of playing against better geared players. ]]> Entertainment Quizap http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25251-cod-mw2-not-buying-anymore-preorder-cancelled.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25242-live-action-ghost-shell.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 16:20:25 GMT article on randomwire.com What exactly is the definition of human in a society where a mind can be copied and the body replaced with a fully synthetic body? Where is the boundary between human and machine when the differences between the two become more philosophical than physical? Ultimately... article on randomwire.com

What exactly is the definition of human in a society where a mind can be copied and the body replaced with a fully synthetic body? Where is the boundary between human and machine when the differences between the two become more philosophical than physical? Ultimately how do we define what it is to be human?

I’m not going to try and answer this today but these are the philosophical questions that form the basis of the futuristic manga and anime series ‘Ghost in the Shell‘ created by Masamune Shirow (first published in 1989). Whilst being nearly 30 years old the franchise is still alive and well with three movies, a TV series, game and trilogy of novels being spawned from it along with many aspects having slowly percolated into popular culture (it heavily inspired The Matrix).

With such a strong pedigree it’s rather worrying that Production I.G has sold the rights for a live-action movie to DreamWorks under the direction of none other than Steven Spielberg. For fans this is a pretty worrying development. Whist there is no denying Spielberg’s talent it’s an altogether different proposition when applying it to something like this, the main fear being that it will be severely dumbed down for a Hollywood audience.

If they can respect and stay faithful to the original maybe this has a chance but then again the likelihood of that is pretty low – the precedent is already pretty well established for ruining Asian cult classics.

Ghost in the Shell Live Action ~ Spielberg Takes on a Challenge ]]> Entertainment r-18 http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25242-live-action-ghost-shell.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25235-best-comics-movies.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 07:27:44 GMT Like the title says, I'm just wondering what people think are the best comic-based movie's are?

My top would be

1. The Dark Knight
2. X-Men
3. Batman Begins
4. X-2
5. V For Vendetta

That would be my top until someone would change my mind otherwise.


EDIT:
Oh yeah, I forgot abot V For Vendetta. That would take my #5 spot from Iron Man. And Sin City would take my #6 ]]> Entertainment Kenikki http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25235-best-comics-movies.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25231-danish-mother-i-am-father.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 02:18:35 GMT For those who haven't heard about the danish tourist stunt:
BBC NEWS | Technology | Denmark pulls 'promiscuous' video

And here the father: YouTube - Danish Mother - I am the FATHER! ]]> Entertainment Ketsuron http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25231-danish-mother-i-am-father.html http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25226-fallen-earth-free-trial.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:47:33 GMT New mmo that came out. Classless, post apocalyptic game, supposedly supposed to feel a lot like Fallout 1 and 2. I don't know a lot about the game to right up an essay on it, but I figured it looked pretty cool and how perfect is it that a free trial came out today.

Fallen Earth | Welcome to the Apocalypse

And to get a key, go to either www.mmorpg.com, Ten Ton Hammer | Taking You to the Next Level! - Massively Multiplayer Online Game Info, or Massively. ]]> Entertainment Xennon http://www.anime-planet.com/forum/entertainment/25226-fallen-earth-free-trial.html