the "Ask Otaku" thread

[otakuapprentice]

Dear Dr. O,

It seems I have a few "YOU FAIL DO BETTER" GIFs from the Bday/CTF gathering.  Should I post them in its respective gathering thread, create a "YOU FAIL/HUZZAH PIC THREAD" at the /b/ forum, or possibly forever wait for appropriate posts to post one?

Much Hugs and Kisses,

Georgio
i say place it in its respective thread

i has a question...
what day you getting to the con?
well, i got in touch with heather last night to find out when you would all be checking in on thursday. i kinda thought you would be there a little earlier than 9, but i'll manage. im gonna get there around 4 or 5 on thursday to help volunteer. when you guys all check in that night, hit me up on my cell and let me know so i can go dump my things off and pay you.

[Barnes]

Now for some OzzFest 07 stuff, I'm trying to go this year:

-Will you going this year? I understand that tickets are free. :)
-How will I get from the Mountain View Light Rail station to Shorline? Its like two miles away.
-How much will parking cost at Shorline?
-Anything I should know about OzzFest before I go?

Fanime 07 stuff:

-Did you enjoy your volunteer shift?
-Did you earn a refund on your badge?
-Or did I mistake someone else for you at the gaming room?
-Do you think I could do that job if I wanted to next year? (Checking for badges at the door.)

[otakuapprentice]

Now for some OzzFest 07 stuff, I'm trying to go this year:

-Will you going this year? I understand that tickets are free. :)
dude, when i did some research after seeing your post, i almost crapped my pants. tickets are indeed FREE. go to the ozzfest webpage for details on how you can get free tix.
-How will I get from the Mountain View Light Rail station to Shorline? Its like two miles away.
well, you can get up to two tickets max., so find someone with a car who wants to go also and offer the second ticket in exchange.
-How much will parking cost at Shorline?
for most venues, parking is $6; it may be higher depending on what is happening.
-Anything I should know about OzzFest before I go?
take a good amount of money in case you plan on buying food and if you plan on getting cd's for the bands to sign; oh, and this is critical: bring sunscreen.

Fanime 07 stuff:

-Did you enjoy your volunteer shift?
yea, pretty much. it was a little boring the first two days, but that sunday night made up for it all(Hentai Room vol FTW!)
-Did you earn a refund on your badge?
damn skippy.
-Or did I mistake someone else for you at the gaming room?
nope, that was definitely me, unless the rovers found a way to clone me without me knowing.......if that's true, then im in trouble.
-Do you think I could do that job if I wanted to next year? (Checking for badges at the door.)
i'll say this: if i can do it, so can you.

[otakuapprentice]

*shameless bump*

well, its summertime kids, and you all know what that means: having to peel the burned skin off your back because you forgot to put on sunscreen.

i kid, i kid.

anywho, this is the time for everyone to get out and have some fun. another way to have fun, and this time at my expense??

RANDOM CONTEST!!!

yes, its a contest, and its not the ones where you could win *insert car name here* or *insert cruise to someplace here*. no, this one you could actually win*.

the prize? .....uh, i dont know yet. i'll figure it out soon.

the objective? figure out the secret. whats the secret, you ask?

here's a clue?

its far away, but not too far. think local.

PM answers, plz.
good luck!

*note: those that already know the secret beforehand are not eligible. no purchase necessary, except when necessary.

[mDuo13]

If you had one word to describe Akatsuki's mom (see: my signature) what would it be?

also, for the secret thing: is it... the San Jose Convention Center?

[~~Loktera~~]

Is it the San Francisco Bay?

Why is it things like Doujinshi and things that are like Doujinshi (Like Fan-Conventions ^^'') are typically sometimes better than the actual stuff that the copyrighted companies and big corps put out?

[Kazegami]

What's a hypotenuse?

Also, is it Fanime?

[BP!]

Also, for the prize: Is it The Second Annual Fanimafia Summer Barbecue Thing?

[gmontem]

Is it the Kwik-E Mart?

[otakuapprentice]

If you had one word to describe Akatsuki's mom (see: my signature) what would it be?
one word, eh? here it is: damn!
also, for the secret thing: is it... the San Jose Convention Center?
no, its not the con center.

Is it the San Francisco Bay?
nope, its not the bay.

Why is it things like Doujinshi and things that are like Doujinshi (Like Fan-Conventions ^^'') are typically sometimes better than the actual stuff that the copyrighted companies and big corps put out?
because the companies and big corps mostly care about profits, while the fans care about the fans. thats why fanime rocks so hard!

What's a hypotenuse?
turn to your mathbook, chapter 3, page 138.

Also, is it Fanime?
it ain't Fanime, although thats a good guess.

look in the thesaurus under 'chuck norris'.

Also, for the prize: Is it The Second Annual Fanimafia Summer Barbecue Thing?
another very good guess, but incorrect.

next clue: its related to what we usually do.

the prize: 5 dollars.
Not 5 disney dollars, not 5 internet dollars, not 5 dollars in the form of shiny beads or wampum; 5 actual dollars that can be used in the everyday stores and retail establishments that you see and frequent.

Good Luck.

[Kazegami]

What is the secret thing?  =D

Also, I guess the Fanime Forums.  O_O

[otakuapprentice]

What is the secret thing?  =D
if i told you, then it wouldnt be a secret now.
Also, I guess the Fanime Forums.  O_O
good guess, but wrong again.

[Kazegami]

Kuso, thought that would've worked.  >_>

Where is a suitable place to find some decent asian art for personal ownership?

Is the secret thing you (otaku)?

[zoupzuop2]

Raging Waters?

[otakuapprentice]

Raging Waters?
another very good guess, but still wrong.

you guys are getting better with the guesses.

next clue: its happening within a three-week timeframe of raging waters.

take the previous clues and try to piece it together.

[Barnes]

Is the answer about the Friday gatherings at Tap-X?

Have you seen the movie "Throw Momma From The Train"?

[otakuapprentice]

Is the answer about the Friday gatherings at Tap-X?
it aint the fri. night thing, but you hit somethin' on the head there.
Have you seen the movie "Throw Momma From The Train"?
nope, not yet, but i've been meaning to see it.

[~~Loktera~~]

Is man not a miserable pile of secrets?

wai du n00bs cht liek dis?

Can I have a cheeto? Maybe... a Do-Ri-To?

Why does Ginger Ale + Energy Drink = FAILS SO HARD?

[otakuapprentice]

Is man not a miserable pile of secrets?
man is alot like costco: we have a family-size pack of secrets packed into just one.
wai du n00bs cht liek dis?
bcuz teh n00bz tink tey be the $hit.
Can I have a cheeto? Maybe... a Do-Ri-To?
mmm, cheetos....damn, no i want some. CURSES!!!
Why does Ginger Ale + Energy Drink = FAILS SO HARD?
its known that trying to mix energy drinks with anything will probably result in fail. its actually printed on every energy drink you see in the stores....it's just that the disclaimer is so damn small you cant see it.

[Kazuko]

x: is anyone suprised that I came back?

x3 Why is GMing on a RO server like babysittings

D: will I ever get a ride