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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 18, 2010, 09:50:49 AM »Question: Is it so wrong that today I started imagining David Yost as X?
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Entertainment / Re: GENERAL COMIC BOOK THREAD (MANGA NOT ALLOWED)
« on: November 18, 2010, 12:03:47 AM »
Bizarro is Supes' twisted clone. His portrayal in the Animated series was excellent, but he can sometimes be written really annoyingly. He's not so much a villain, but he's dangerous cause he's just as powerful as Superman, but like a child.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 17, 2010, 11:46:09 PM »
No problemo. T'was my pleasure.
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Fan Creations / Re: Quickie's Stuff.
« on: November 17, 2010, 07:23:53 AM »It has a background!
And my name's signed on the top crate. Hid it in the graffiti.
Absolutely incredible.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 17, 2010, 04:47:28 AM »NO. After the way he dissed the frog, he doesn't deserve to be BLACK.
Besides, I never really accepted him having what was Zack's color in the first place. To me, Adam is ZEO RANGER 4: GREEN!
Haha, fair enough. Zeo was my favorite season anyway!
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Gaming / Re: Gundam Musou 3 (Dynasty Warriors: Gundam)
« on: November 17, 2010, 04:46:31 AM »
Setsuna's a step ahead of you, Ben! 
But yeah, nice to see the Heavyarms!
But yeah, nice to see the Heavyarms!
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 17, 2010, 04:37:53 AM »And well, as for Flash and Lantern and all of that, I admittedly didn't know at first (a few years ago) that they had multiple Flashii or multiple Lanterns. And all the extra lore that went into it and how it evolved, etc. etc. So, yeah, while the stuff isn't my speed, I still find that much interesting. Also, I am interested in your thoughts on Superman. Do tell.
Here you go!
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Entertainment / PB's interpretation on Superman
« on: November 17, 2010, 04:36:56 AM »Alrighty, your loss then
Finished all the issues that are out so far... man, they don't hold back. Always hooked me in for more though. I watched the show, and there's quite a few changes so far, but not in a bad way. It's clear that they didn't want it to be a carbon copy of the comic, and it's probably better that way.
Well there's not that many episodes left, I think. LoL, I can hold out!
Posted on: November 16, 2010, 03:00:14 AM
This was actually brought up on an ATOP THE 4th WALL discussion board, discussing whether or not Clark Kent was "Superman's mask" so to speak. You've probably heard it before about how Clark Kent is Superman's secret identity, about how he acts clumsy and such as his disguise, and that Clark Kent is "Superman's interpretation on the whole human race" as said by Bill in the Kill Bill movies. Keep in mind that this is essentially all just interpretation on a fictional character, but I'd just like to tell you what the character overall represents to me.
For starters, I'll quote Superman: TAS in which Clark Kent was killed in which he tells Ma & Pa Kent "But I am Clark. I need to be Clark. I'd go crazy if I had to be Superman all the time." Why I'm such a fan of the animated series stem from lines like this. Lines like this is what, to me, make Superman special. This is what separates Clark Kent from characters like Bruce Wayne, IMO. Clark Kent is Superman, but Batman is Bruce Wayne. Bruce Wayne is Batman's mask. Bruce stopped being Bruce when he began his mission. Batman is the mission. However, Clark Kent is not like that.
He has been written differently throughout the years, much as any comic book character has been. Pre-Crisis, Superman had the power to move planets. Back in the day, he really was just the whole "Truth, Justice, and the American Way" speech. Obviously the whole "American Way" thing can be taken or thrown out of context, as it has been in American history pretty much forever. This is why most writers focus more on the "Truth & Justice" part of that iconic phrase. However, this is not what makes the character truly special, in my eyes.
Overall, after everything is said and done about Superman or Clark Kent, throughout the history of the character, there is one overlying factor that makes the character of Clark Kent one of the greatest written characters ever (at times) and what, to me, is the true message of Superman, and that message is about good parenting. I've always believed that one's personality & character are based upon the experiences they've had through life, with both family and friends. To me, Clark Kent is the epitome of why I truly, truly, TRULY believe good parenting to be so important in a child's life. Superman is the extension of the kindness and love of both his parents, from his biological parents, Jor-El & Lara for saving him from Krypton's destruction, to his adopted ones, Jonathan & Martha Kent, who raised him to be the man he is today.
Because of how the Kent's raised Clark is why Superman exists. This is why Clark Kent is not and never will be the mask. Superman has no mask. The reason he doesn't wear one is because he is a symbol of hope, a symbol that any man can do great things and help out their fellow man to the best of their ability, a symbol of what all people should strive to do, with or without powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men. That, to me, is what the S on his chest truly represents, which is why Martha Kent sowed it onto his chest. Superman is how the Kent's raised Clark to be, and I think if more parents did that, the world would be a much better place.
This is why, despite my not really liking the Superman movies as movies, I absolutely loved Christopher Reeves as Superman, because he really did portray Superman as an overall nice guy, saying "so long" and waving goodbye to people. One thing I actually did love about the earlier episodes of Smallville is the fact that they captured the whole idea of parenting very well, with both Clark Kent & Lex Luthor, and how both characters developed because of it. Like I said, Superman is just a fictional character, and he can be interpreted in many different ways, and he will be continued to be written differently, just like in the recently released graphic novel Superman: Earth One. However, above everything else, I really just believe that the message of Superman is how good, honest, decent parenting can not only make a difference in one child's life, but many lives around that child as well.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 17, 2010, 03:52:42 AM »Perhaps, but Superman's image itself has become an Icon of sorts, even if his in universe character doesnt specifically represent that. (Just a superhero with a heart of gold)
Actually, id argue Superman became more an icon than Cap was. At least, it feels that way.
Of COURSE Superman's image has become an icon. He is an icon. His S is one of the most recognizable symbols in the world. That's because for a lot of people, comic books are modern day myths and legends, much like the Greek Gods of ancient times.
And yes, Superman is more of an icon than Cap. Superman is the most iconic superhero of all time. A close 2nd is Batman.
Oh! Well yeah, I knew that much. There's more to Flash than he runs fast, after all.
There's more to the Green Lantern than... well, a magic ring. I know a bit about that one myself and the myriad of off branching and what have you. There is more to peanut butter than Jiffy. I can think of a buncha different variants and flavors and the interesting history behind peanut butter.
Anyway. I accept that then, I wasn't entirely sure where you were going with that at first, after all.
Oh well. I still think Captain America is a douche. >_>
Also, he has balls too, given I wouldn't be caught dead in his outfit. Anyway, carry on, gaiz. That's my piece, I don't plan to get too involved after all.
Well I can tell you that you're not wrong, so to speak, regarding Flash & GL, as well as most superheroes. In the past, especially with DC, they weren't much more than what you said, being a guy who runs fast & a guy with a magic ring. It's why Marvel was so popular when they came along, because to them the person was more important that the powers, and it changed comics forever.
LoL, and listen I insult Cap ALL the time. I clapped when Tony used his shield to prop his device up in Iron Man 2!
If you or anyone is curious as to my take with what Superman TRULY represents, in my eyes, I'll copy & paste a post I made on another forum regarding the subject.
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One last question, what IS the name of the current VA for Zero? I think I missed it. I really like him, seems better than Lucas personally. Don't haet me.
His name is ADAM, THE BLACK RANGER!
And to be honest, I like him a lot as Zero's VA too!
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 17, 2010, 03:39:06 AM »While you have more knowledge and immersion into the fandom, I have mere observational skills. Sometimes that is all it takes.
That said, while The Cap'n is well... blatant, Superman is more "subjective" in opinion.
American Invincibility, Good guy always wins (mind you, I realize that isn't always the case in the comics/movies/cartoons/etc.), color scheme and style... it screams America. To me, an outsider.
As such, I can only go off of what I see right in front of me and what little experience I do have. Which is probably more than you might assume, given I didn't grow up in Japan or grow up during the Toonami phase or whatever and actually have more experience with American Cartoons than Japanese Anime, for example.
Just my two cents really. They both scream America. No, not the real one. The imaginary one in every hardcore Patriot's mind. Yeah, that one.
All I'm trying to get across is that your judgment is based on limited observation, so you don't see the full picture nor know the history of said characters. It would be like me discussing RPG's or JRPG's with someone. I don't know much about the stories or characters of these games, so I couldn't have a real discussion about the subject matter.
The point I'm trying to get across is that there is more to both characters than that. I could go into a long drawn out explanation on what both Captain America & Superman represent, but I won't because I doubt you really want to hear it. All I'm asking is that you try to believe me when I say there is so much more to both of them than what you think.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 17, 2010, 03:16:02 AM »I'm not the only one who sees that... right? >_>
<_<
Ugh. *walks away*
Just keep in mind that I have far, FAR more extensive knowledge about the character than you, since you're not into Comics like I am.
You can make an argument for Cap, yes, as the purpose of his original creation was literally political propaganda during WWII. The core of the character of Steve Rogers could be put into question as well. However, it's just something you don't know much about.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 17, 2010, 03:08:25 AM »They're just walking pieces of patriotic propaganda. I can't respect that, sorry. They're not interesting or amusing and their designs are murder on my eyes.
Not to mention pretentious, like most Pro-America oriented things.
LoL, Superman a walking piece of patriotic propaganda?
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 16, 2010, 10:36:48 PM »
Ooof. Spidey knows those Cap beatings alllllllllll too well!
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Fan Creations / Re: The Gonzo has art.
« on: November 16, 2010, 08:52:34 PM »
I believe in Gonzo & Radix.
Princess Void will know the feeling of justice & honor.
Princess Void will know the feeling of justice & honor.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 16, 2010, 08:31:51 PM »Not a big fan of his X2 theme, to be honest. I would almost say they should have gone with a remix of:
I love his X2 theme. I just don't really care for the MVC3 remix of it.
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Fan Creations / Re: Quickie's Stuff.
« on: November 16, 2010, 09:31:21 AM »
That's just simply in-[tornado fang]ing-credible.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 16, 2010, 09:30:17 AM »Don't give up. Maybe Megaman will get a protoman skin.
BAH! NOT THE SAME.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 16, 2010, 05:38:08 AM »
Siiiiiiiiiigh
No Blues, Firestar, or Iceman!
No Blues, Firestar, or Iceman!
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 15, 2010, 11:35:23 PM »Bastards. Maybe the property going back "home" to Saban will indeed be for the best...
Get Wasserman to do the soundtracks again, and I think it'll be okay!
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 15, 2010, 10:15:55 PM »In his most recent appearance, he got a spiffy morphing sequence, but NO classic "Go Go Power Rangers" them to go with his Black Ranger outfit. Zordon's Death affected his link to the Morphing Grid! His power has been reduced!
I saw that cool new morphing sequence. And from what I heard about that, they actually could've used the original theme, but they chose not to because they're just jerkfaces like that.
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 15, 2010, 08:19:22 PM »I mean, I don't know Gilbertson's background, but Bosch to say the least is actually a competent martial artist.
Not to mention he has access to the Morphing Grid!
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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)
« on: November 15, 2010, 07:40:30 PM »
Zero & She-Hulk. Kick ass. Lou will be super happy, as she really wanted She-Hulk I think. Hopefully she has a lawyer outfit and a FF outfit as well.
Also, after listening to it the first few times, I'm not that fond of the X2 remix with the MVC3 instrument/techno choice.
Also, after listening to it the first few times, I'm not that fond of the X2 remix with the MVC3 instrument/techno choice.
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Gaming / Re: Gundam Musou 3 (Dynasty Warriors: Gundam)
« on: November 15, 2010, 07:37:20 PM »
Game still looks incredible.
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Fan Creations / Re: Quickie's Stuff.
« on: November 15, 2010, 08:11:00 AM »
Whatever you're doing to it, keep on doing it!