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Posted on Feb. 27, 2015, 12:54 p.m. by PreZchoICE1
fresh start. GO
I would like to submit a conspiracy theory without words. :P
March 16, 2015 9:30 p.m.
I might say that math is more fun than history, but it's only rather easily accessible up until calculus. Have fun teaching yourself complex analysis out of a book, haha.
March 16, 2015 9:31 p.m.
@fluffybunnypants L O L
On another note... Was looking up price for finishing my main deck and someone buys out all 12 of the FNM promo Kor Firewalker... I hope that isnt an omen of crippling price.. :(
March 16, 2015 9:37 p.m.
CanadianShinobi says... #8
How the American Occupation Changed Japan
Perhaps one of the curiosities of history that is often glossed over when studying Western Civilization is the American Occupation of Japan after World War Two. While formally acknowledged as an Allied occupation, the Occupation was generally handled by American military forces. This was for various reasons, but the fundamental ones were to due to America's focus on the Pacific theater and to promote Japan as a purely democratic country. This fact in particular is notable because America wished to avoid a similar situation that had occurred with Germany when the Soviet Union occupied the eastern half.
The aims of the Occupation were straight forward: to rebuild Japan into a democratic nation which would be loyal to American and by extension, Allied policies. This was a direct attempt to counteract both Chinese and Soviet ideologies within the East. However, this goal was severely misinformed. Firstly, it must be noted that prior to WWI Japan, while an Empire did possess democratic traits. In deed, Japan fought as part an ally of Great Britain in the First World War, securing German colonies in the South Pacific. It was only because of American and British arrogance and exclusion that Japan became increasingly hostile towards the Allied powers. Because of this, Japan became increasingly conservative politically during the interwar periods. Though internal problems also contributed to this, it is largely held that these problems stemmed from feelings of diplomatic isolation that the West created.
The Occupation also wished to abolish Japan's militaristic tendencies. This was largely accomplished due to the peace treaties which restricted Japan immensely in terms of military power. However, it is erroneous to view Japan as a purely military society. WHile the tenets of Bushido are still practiced today, the majority of Japanese society was (and is) beholden to Zen Buddhism. A religion known for its peaceful meditation and contemplation. Largely the American aims were arguably imperialistic in nature. The Occupation led to a shift in Japanese culture, including how Japan reflects upon its militaristic past during the early 20th century.The American Occupation also introduced stringent censorship laws, which created the roots of modern censorship and notions of censorship today.
While Japan ultimately thrived economically, and still possesses a distinct and vibrant culture today, it is erroneous to believe that the Occupation did not leave its scars.
March 16, 2015 9:55 p.m.
VampireArmy says... #9
I've got 1 promo firewalker I'm willing to let go of huehue
In reality i have 3 but idk. Maybe I'll he'll you out?
Regular ones work the same for me anyways
March 16, 2015 10:09 p.m.
FAMOUSWATERMELON says... #10
I just read through the full 671 pages of these threads.
What can I say other then "Welcome to T/O".
Holy fucking lord is this site weird.
March 16, 2015 10:16 p.m.
How the fuck do you have that much time? I don't even bother to catch up two or three pages if I miss them.
March 16, 2015 10:17 p.m.
FAMOUSWATERMELON says... #12
I've been reading since like December after I saw this on the Illuminati deck. That thread is like game of thrones pornified times 300. And that's putting it lightly.
March 16, 2015 10:19 p.m.
VampireArmy says... #13
Mock salute a monument to our sins that thread was
March 16, 2015 10:22 p.m.
Femme_Fatale says... #14
And once again, no matter which iteration of Kor Legions I play, I always slaughter pure control decks.
Always.
March 16, 2015 10:39 p.m.
bijschjdbcd says... #15
Control decks perform best when they know what you are doing, Once a metagame matures better control decks are made and tuned.
I would probably say that is a contributing factor.
March 16, 2015 11:01 p.m.
What are everyone's favourite bands/musical artists here? Mine personally are Five Finger Death Punch and Corey Taylor.
March 16, 2015 11:03 p.m.
Femme_Fatale says... #17
- Bodhi Jones
- Darren Korb
- db Soundworks
- Eiichi Kamagata
- SOIL and PIMP SESSIONS
- Steve Conte
- Suga Shikao
- The Seatbelts
Those are the ones that I can think of off the top of my head...
March 16, 2015 11:05 p.m.
ThisIsBullshit says... #18
Def Leppard
Bon Jovi and Europe ain't bad
Sabaton
Random other bands. I don't really define music by the band but rather the type.
March 16, 2015 11:08 p.m.
GoldGhost012 says... #20
I have discovered I love sacking Mox Opal to Shrapnel Blast when you have another Opal in hand. I'm imagining my opponent's "WTF?" face as I ditch my Opal for 5 to the dome.
March 16, 2015 11:21 p.m.
CanadianShinobi says... #21
-Of Monsters and Men
-Mumford and Sons
-Our Lady Peace
And then a few others I can't recall off the top of my head but those are the top 3.
March 16, 2015 11:21 p.m.
VampireArmy says... #22
Alesana
We Came As Romans
Sleeping With Sirens/Pierce the Veil (they are extremely similar)
I also love a band by the name of Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows
D.R.U.G.S. for short :3
March 16, 2015 11:27 p.m.
Va aren't most of those bands going to warp tour this year?
March 16, 2015 11:28 p.m.
VampireArmy says... #24
No idea. not like I could go anyways.
worth noting Drugs was a side project and was disbanded in 2011
March 16, 2015 11:31 p.m.
Yea I wasn't referring to them being at warped tour but more like sleeping with sirens and We came as romans. Also it sucks when our favourite bands break up. R.I.P My Chem.
March 16, 2015 11:34 p.m.
VampireArmy says... #26
I'm glad they did. Gerard way was going over the deep end.
I have a HUGE fuckin list of rock that i listen to anyways
March 16, 2015 11:36 p.m.
VampireArmy says... #28
Indeed. They're pretty nice. Very technical and from what I understand, one of the best at what they do
March 16, 2015 11:40 p.m.
ThisIsBullshit says... #29
Guys I'm going to a 2hg prerelease on Sunday, how do you 2hg well
March 16, 2015 11:42 p.m.
Ohthenoises says... #30
First link I posted on the last page. Forsaken. Such a good listen.
Also, Honor thy Father. That drum work...
March 16, 2015 11:42 p.m.
@VA yea true. After the black parade the music just changed, also about the same time he dyed his hair I believe.
March 16, 2015 11:46 p.m.
As for music - currently listening to at work.
As for 2HG, is it 60 card or commander? And I second VA's and NOISES' comments.
March 16, 2015 11:47 p.m.
ThisIsBullshit says... #37
It's prerelease, so 40 card.
I'll see what i can do. The two buddies I wanted to team with ended up going with each other so I'm with a different guy who's cool but I don't really know him well in terms of how good he is.
March 16, 2015 11:51 p.m.
GoldGhost012 says... #38
Get together and start playing with him then if you can.
March 16, 2015 11:52 p.m.
ThisIsBullshit says... #40
Well he's going selesnya and I'm going rakdos so that doesn't seem too difficult lolol
March 16, 2015 11:55 p.m.
VampireArmy, I agree that they work just as well.. (2 pages ago, was out buying grocieries lol..)But.. when whoever had already bought out all the normals weeks ago and keep buying em out. A
All I can say is.. Grr..
March 16, 2015 11:59 p.m.
VampireArmy says... #44
well fuck me sideways. All of the primers online want Niv to be a wheel deck and that's no good for Duel Commander. Looks like i'm entering blind....
March 16, 2015 11:59 p.m.
I think Im gonna go azorius.. not for winning cause I of horrible RNG with pulls.. Just hoping to pull a fetch and something good out of the myriad good things white seems to be offering. :3
March 17, 2015 midnight
ThisIsBullshit says... #47
Fuck you sideways? How on earth does that work?
March 17, 2015 12:01 a.m.
VampireArmy says... #48
Ryotenchi i'd trade them to you no probs if i could
March 17, 2015 12:01 a.m.
VampireArmy says... #49
seems straightforward to me.
Lay on side > Commence fucking
March 17, 2015 12:03 a.m.
VA - you should run Eye of the Storm. Play your entire deck in one turn.
bijschjdbcd says... #1
And I'll claim it for...um...ugh.
March 16, 2015 9:29 p.m.