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| And it freshens your breath, too - October 8, 2000 - Andrew Kaufmann
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed within this column are those of the participants and the moderator, and do not necessarily reflect those of the GIA. There is coarse language and potentially offensive material afoot. P. Don't say we didn't warn you. I couldn't think of an intro, so I went to Andrew Vestal to give me one. And he came through in a major way! "Mints are a good way for people who don't smoke to meet each other. If you ever watch movies, you'll realize that smokers have it made when it comes to initiating social contact. Lend someone a cigarette, give 'em a light; hell, give 'em a cig AND a light and you're set for the evening. "Meanwhile non-smokers sit around, lonely, trying to figure out how to bridge the awkward silence that separates them. So bring a box of Altoids with you wherever you go! Everyone likes mints, and they actually make your breath smell *better*, meaning you'll have more of a chance after the initial mooching period has passed." Brilliant, isn't he?
Grandia 2 is looking pretty swank, man. Nothing wrong with being a graphics whore. I like graphics, too. I didn't play much of the original Grandia, but I'm hearing good things about the second installment.
True, true, you are very correct. I guess what I meant, but didn't actually say, is that my perception was changed by Amano, since I played the game before I saw the artwork. I didn't say that though. I biffed. My bad. I still give Amano props though for pretty cool artwork, if... weird.
Actually, believe it or not, I'm getting neither. I sold my Nintendo 64 ages ago, and I'm not going to be getting a PS2 at launch. Not enough money, and not enough games that interest me at launch to make me want to really work hard to get the money. Everyone will be having fun that day, but to me, it'll just be another day... I'm jealous!
Hey man, I'm not going to call you names! In fact, I almost agree with you. I think Amano's character designs usually translate well into games, even if I think they're weird in print. I think FFVI was pretty darn awesome too, and I loved the characters. I'm slowly developing a new take on the old sci-fi vs. fantasy thing. I think I've been wanting a return to a fantasy because I like what Square did in the games with that setting. But I think it's less about the setting and more about what's done within the setting. I think old-style fantasy is more "charming," but I don't require charm in a good game. It's about what you do within the setting. I think that's my new mantra.
Mmm mmm. If getting a Dreamcast would preclude you from ever getting a PS2, then I'd say wait for the PS2. But, if getting a Dreamcast only precludes you from getting a PS2 at launch, I might just go after the Dreamcast. The PS2's RPG library is going to be pretty slim for a while, while the Dreamcast's RPG library will likely be hitting its peak. If you can swing getting both in the long run with an immediate DC buy, I'd go for that option. But if a DC means no PS2 ever, then I'd exercise patience.
Ah yes. The guy in the background of this picture is definetely me, back in my bleach blonde days (you can see my black roots coming in. That black thing in my arms is my favorite guitar, my Rickenbacker 330. The pic is a one that Brian Glick skillfully doctored on a feature article about where the GIA staff will be in 10 years. Uhoh... not sleeping until I put the column? Sorry if causing you to lose some sleep... it's 4:15 and I'm not quite done yet. Sorry! Closing Comments: Tomorrow is Chris time again. Take care! -Andrew Kaufmann |
