DA ECCHI STARS

10-year-old’s cover of Lady Gaga hit sweeps web

2011-02-20T01:55:00.000+08:00

Another filipino kid who can sing, Maria Aragon. She isn't pitch perfect but hey, she's only 10 years old. Give her a few more years and she'll be the next Charice Pempengco.

Click to read more about little Maria

Happy Saint Valentine's Day

2011-02-13T13:38:00.000+08:00

Love is in the air...

It's a day of celebration not just for the couples, but also for friends. A list of programs for those who are distance away from your love ones...

Webcam dinner date - Buy some wine/beer to go with your main course.
Online movie date - Pick a movie title and watch it together while sipping your favourite drinks.
Ballroom dancing - Login to Audition and dance to a few ballads before kissing each other goodnight.

Enjoy and I wish everyone a Happy Valentine's Day!~

The Return of Da Ecchi Stars

2011-01-30T14:51:00.001+08:00

After a long hiatus for almost 2 years, Da Ecchi Stars is officially back! The true spirit of ecchi stars remain in those who have never forsaken this family. Kudos to those who hang on till this day for the family to be active again!

6 months ago, I posted a depressing post saying that I had decided to quit the virtual world. However, my heart has never left those who have already left footprints in my heart... After much thoughts, I have decided not to let one big rotten apple and a few roaches to affect my love for the fam. Therefore, I have decided to make a come back!

In case you are reading this, those who had forsaken the fam, and those who had wrongly accused me or even took my kindness for granted, the WinterFairy now is different from the WinterFairy back then. I remember there were these ex-members from the fam accused I had changed and became a different person. Back then, I was still the same WinterFairy. I realised that being kind and forgiving to others ended up hurting myself. This time, things have changed.

WinterFairy has evolved. I will not tolerate members to come and go as they wish. I will not easily and simply accept ex-members just when they feel like coming back. This fam is not a fair weather family only. Members should not just join the fam during fair weather days, and leave the fam when there is a rainstorm. Such members are not needed in Da Ecchi Stars. I couldn't care less for those who are reading this and cursing at me right now. If you can't accept the hard truth, I can only say that you are still very self-centred and don't think that the world revolves around you and only to what you like and want. Grow up and get a life!

I cannot promise that I will be playing almost 24/7 like I did in the past. But I will make an effort to login at least an hour a day, unless otherwise. I have been logging in and buying channels for the past 1 week. I'm doing this is only because for those who have stayed strong and loyal to the fam since the day they joined till now. That few have never left the fam despite it being inactive. Their genuine love for the fam is something that pushes me to stay on, and continue to login to run this family and blog.

We have created a Facebook account for Da Ecchi Stars. For those who like to follow what's going on in the fam, and what's going on in my life, you can add us @ecchis@hotmail.com. Ex-members who wish to join the fam again, we will decide based on your attitude and sincerity. If you will eventually leave the fam again, don't waste our time and your time.

Brown Eyed Girls Are Hot!

2010-08-19T23:54:00.000+08:00

Goodbye Virtual World

2010-06-27T10:55:00.000+08:00

After been through so many things online, I have decided that it is time for me to say goodbye to virtual reality. WinterFairy will be a history to AuditionPH from today onwards.

WinterFairy is just an avatar of me in virtual reality. The person behind the avatar is here if you need me. Those who are dear to me know where to contact me. I'm never far from you if you need me my dear friends.

Those times I spent online, are bitter sweet memories to me. I will never forget how we used to joke and laughed together, those sleepless nights chasing FP together and the times we got into misunderstanding and cried our hearts out over silly matters.

Also, I am leaving behind the legend of WinterSaint and WinterFairy. Sadly, the couple ring is no longer there. If you were to ask me do I feel sad over it? My answer is, yes. Our love story wasn't a smooth one right from the start even till the very end. Perhaps it is meant to be this way. WinterFairy existed and had stayed on so long in AuditionPH was all because of WinterSaint. He will be the only love WinterFairy has. Though he had brought her heartache and tears, she will never forget that they were once deeply in love.

Saying goodbye is never easy. It breaks my heart to leave for I have sincerely give my heart to all of you, especially you. However, the betrayals and lies are something I can no longer withstand and hence this decision. By doing so, I will be able to move on with my life and forget about that someone who had broke my heart. He may have thought that I no longer care or love him, but till today I still do.

This blog will be a passage for me to continue talking to all of you. Forget me not for all of you have already imprinted in my heart forever...

Ecchi Spirit Forever!

2010-06-11T02:05:00.008+08:00

Last week, I received a text from WinterSaint and found out that our fam got hacked! How could this be happening to us? All these years our fam was safe till I handover the fam to someone in the fam temporarily.

The guy claimed that his account was hacked and it had nothing to do with him. I took his words and gave him a benefit of doubt. It had happened and I had no wish to push the blame to anyone else but myself. This wouldn't have happened if I had never entrusted the fam to someone else.

I was appalled by the law in Philippines, unless I was mis-informed by my members. It is known that hacking is a crime, plus extorting for a sum of money. Cyber theft plus extortion is enough to put one into jail. Yet these hackers who hacked and extorted money from us in order to give us back our fam are still out there roaming around freely and perhaps now are busily aiming their next victim. No wonder more and more Filipinos are leaving the country for a better living. The law does not protect the citizens from the unlawful ones. Just the other day I was buying something from this pharmacy, a sales started a conversation with me. She comes from Philippines and is currently working in Singapore. Her brother and his family are already a permanent resident and she too, is hoping that she can get her PR here. She told me that Philippines is not a safe country, and many people are jobless. She does not want to go back to Philippines and hope that her family members can join her here one day. She also told me that she will never be out on the street after 8pm in the Philippines. Unlike here, she feels safe even if she is to go home late at night.

Through this incident, I saw the loyalty of the old members. The kids were especially concerned and worried over what had happened to our fam. Though the fam is now inactive due to everyone is busy with their own lives, but that doesn't mean we forget that we are ecchi stars. The members were asking what next and so on when our fam was hacked. They did not abandon this sinking ship.

Due to my poor judgement on people, our fam was hacked and I had caused grieve to my members. I am sorry dear members. In order not to risk being hacked again, the fam is now passed on to Mimi as fam master on temporarily basis. I will take back the ownership once I can online again. Members who are reading this now, kindly apply back to the fam.

I would like to thank 3 persons for helping us to get back the fam; AJ, Kyon and especially to WinterSaint.

At the end of the day, what matter is, we Da Ecchi Stars spirit will go on and on even if all of us eventually quit this game. Our story may be ending in Audition, but a brand new chapter is waiting for us in the real world - eternal friendship. I'm still here waiting for you guys to come visit me. Don't forget your promises to me Kyon, WinterSaint, and my bebeh WinterCandy.

"Hello Da Ecchi Stars"

2010-04-11T15:58:00.000+08:00

"Hi all. My name is Shena and I was born on April 9th, 2010 at 3:17am. My mommy is Winterfairy and many people said I am a photocopy image of her. What do you think?"

A Brand New Chapter

2010-03-30T19:14:00.002+08:00

From AuditionSEA to AuditionPH, gave me the chance to meet and befriended many people. This so called online friendship comes and goes like a wind, constantly changing and moving. It won't stop for anyone, not even me.

Online romance is the same. It makes me realise that one should never set his/her sights online, but should look around at the people around you. It doesn't work no matter how much effort you put in. Over time, the person you thought you started to know and understand, turned out to be a different person. Trust is the basic fundamental of everything; be it family, friendship or relationship. The person I put my trust in has never trusted me and I ended up being a jail bird to her own imaginary world of untrust. To me, that is my worst nightmare during my 3 years with Audition. I'm glad I have closed that chapter in my life. At the same time, I have to thank her. If not for her, I won't realise how lucky I am to have the best guy in my life. He is always there for me, forever giving and never complains even when we were at our worst time.

I haven't been online for a month. During this period, it makes me wonder how many family members still feel the same about me. Or that their warmth have turned lukewarm? And there are more months to come that I won't be free for my online friends the day I become a mother, which isn't that far away from now. Will they wait for my return and understand my absence during this period?

I had disappeared from the family for 7 months before. This time, I will not know when I'll be free to be back online and join everyone again. One thing I am sure is that, my feelings for everyone and this family will not change. No matter how busy I am with my life, even if I am not online on game, I'll drop by this website to update everyone on my life and my soon to be added family member. She will be the focus of my life once she joins us in this world. When? I do not know. She is too eager to see the world that I have to take medication to stop her from joining us too soon. Hope she's willing to wait for another 2 weeks at least.

I sincerely wish everyone in the family good health and happiness. I miss each and everyone of you. Out of sight doesn't mean out of mind for my case. Till the day we meet online again, I sincerely hope that our hearts are still bonded together under the same rainbow sky...

*An early hello from baby Shena to the family. Not very clear but still can see her cute chubby face =)

Happy Valentine's Day!

2010-02-14T16:35:00.000+08:00

I did these wallpaper for last year's Valentine's Day and posted in our family forum. Somehow not many of you register or visit the forum.

I'll post it here and share with all of you again, including visitors to this website. Wishing everyone out there a Happy St. Valentine's Day!~

Where is Fisbol???

2010-02-01T01:31:00.001+08:00

Hint : He was wearing a red color top ^^

What I'm watching...

2010-01-14T23:03:00.001+08:00

Thursday night at 10:55pm and sleepless me, don't really feel like playing Audition tonight. Checking out what's new and what's old on YouTube, decided to share with all of you a few MVs that I like.

The first MV is by Super Junior & SNSD. Those who are fans of these 2 korean groups are in for an eye feast. Second MV is none other than Charice Pempengco, the girl who makes all Filipinos proud. Third MV is a Taiwanese singer and since most of you don't understand Mandarin, just enjoy the melody and MV then.

Sit back, relax and enjoy!~

Happy New Year 2010 Da Ecchi Stars

2009-12-31T20:36:00.000+08:00

Another year has passed and we are entering a brand new decade. We have come so far, and I know that there are still many years ahead of us that we will still be connected somehow, someway... under the same rainbow sky - the rainbow connection. Happy New Year Ecchis!~

The Rainbow Connection

Why are there so many songs about rainbows
And what's on the other side?
Rainbows are visions but only illusions
And rainbows have nothing to hide

So we've been told and some choose to believe it
I know they're wrong, wait and see
Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers and me

Who said that every wish would be heard and answered
When wished on the morning star?
Somebody thought of that and someone believed it
Look what it's done so far

What's so amazing that keeps us stargazing
And what do we think we might see?
Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers and me

All of us under its spell
We know that it's probably magic

Have you been half asleep and have you heard voices?
I've heard them calling my name
Is this the sweet sound that calls the young sailors
The voice might be one and the same

I've heard it too many times to ignore it
It's something that I'm supposed to be

Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers and me

Changing Partners

2009-11-09T14:04:00.005+08:00

I knew that my younger sister and her boyfriend, who was in States, had broken up, but I thought maybe they’d get back together.

The signs. She started to have more phone calls from guys. She hardly talked to him on the phone. She wrote him emails, from a daily routine to once a week affair.

One night, Lizzie brought him home, her new boyfriend. She said that when she first met him, she didn’t even like him at all. I thought, Yeah, but I was horny for him.

Alone together at last, I said, “I thought you really loved him.”
“I did,” she said. “Craig’s great.”
“I liked him,” I said.

She nodded. Then she said, “There were too many of differences in value between us.”

It sounded to me like “better course selection”, and I gave her a look to say so, but she pretended not to see and went to join her new boyfriend.

That night, I couldn’t fall asleep. I looked out of the window, only one house had any lights on, and the light was just the blue of a television set.

I tried to understand how Lizzie could give up on someone who loved her so much, whereas I was the one who was given up by the other someone. The whole situation was ironic. She could have gotten what she wants, but she threw it away. I wanted so much to be loved wholeheartedly by my ex-boyfriend, but I wasn’t given that chance. It scares me to think that my sister had failed at loving someone. I had no idea what I should expect from a guy, if I ever fall in love again someday.

*The guy I loved for years, who was my first true love, ended up bailed on me after being together for 3 months. 2 years later we were back together. The irony part is, this time I was the one who took the run... & till today, it's the biggest regrets in my life that I didn't end it in a better way.

Hard Gay and Tomy

2009-10-18T18:17:00.000+08:00

Hard Gay’s Guide to Product Development
1) Think of a great concept
2) Do your market research with your customers
3) Analyze and search out the decision maker in yours, or your client’s organization
3) Pitch your concept to that decision maker
4) Work closely with R&D and the engineers to ensure that the design intent is maintained
5) Test the prototype and refine teething problems
6) Launch product through established channels

Hard Gay & Tomy - Part 1

Hard Gay & Tomy - Part 2

Studio Ghibli-animated DS Game - Ni no Kuni

2009-09-26T21:42:00.000+08:00

Trailer for Ni no Kuni, the Studio Ghibli-animated DS game from Level-5. The revered studio’s contributions are the main attraction, so that makes up the bulk of this TGS video, but the brief gameplay clips are also exquisite!

Outside of the animation, the game is a traditional JRPG with Dragon Quest-style turn-based combat, except you can project soldiers (nicknamed “Imagine”) from your soul aid you in battles. Seems like they’re just re-interpreted summons, but it’s still kind of a neat idea.

Eden of the East

2009-08-22T00:27:00.002+08:00

How's everyone in the family & fellow auditioners? It's been a while so I don't expect many to actually read this. I haven't completely solved all of my real-life issues and my niece has been keeping me busy and some other issues. I don't think I'll be able to go back to blogging week by week like I used to though. I know it's pathetic but I guess I just don't have the same enthusiasm for it due to everything else that's going on in my life.

Anyway, there are 2 persons I wanna wish them happy birthday to. Arlie, HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY!!! Not forgetting my mahal ko, Happy Birthday Mahal!~

I especially like this one because the design is clean and simple and the character design reminds me of Honey and Clover. Akira looks like a Morita clone while Saki is like a younger, less miserable version of Yamada. The background is stunning and I'm impressed with the way Production I.G handled it. I had finished watching this some time back on YouTube. Watch it, and you won't be disappointed in this anime. From what I understand, there will be a movie version of this anime to close up the chapter.

Story - Based on Ep.1

A Japanese girl called Saki visits DC for the first time and want to make a wish by throwing a coin into a fountain located within the White House. One would think that since the US government is nervous about terrorism, a foreigner like Saki would be aware that this is not a good idea. I'm sure that she's been subjected to finger printing and all of the fun immigration things when she first entered that country. But then again, Japan is also all for finger printing and photo taking so maybe being treated like a criminal at the immigration feels natural for her. Anyway, she's quickly scolded by two burly guards who actually speak proper English words. Kudos to the producers for casting people who can actually speak English to play the Americans. Before she can get apprehended, however, pervert Morita-lookalike crosses the street stark nekkid and holding a gun.

In this POV, a man is seen talking to a voice on the phone about how he's disappointed with number 9. Judging from the convo, it seems Morita-lookalike has been programmed to achieve a task but for some reason went berserk and ended up stark naked on the street while holding a gun. After the man left in his car, Morita-lookalike gets a phone call from his expensive-looking mobile. Upon hearing a tone, he gets deactivated from whatever trance he was on. He realizes that he's stark naked and holding a gun. See, most people will throw the gun in haste and go and find a place to hide. But not this guy. He crosses the street waving the gun stark naked. I suppose he can at least he can plea for insanity if he had gotten caught.

The two guards see him, thinks he's dangerous, but then a truck passed by. The guards think fake Morita latched onto the truck so they go after it. As it turns out, he was hiding behind the street pavement. Obviously Saki is nervous when she sees a naked man coming to her with a gun in his hand. However, she decides to be nice to him and teach him some modesty by giving the guy her hat, muffler, and jacket. The two then part and fake Morita calls his mobile and gets the same voice. He wants to know if the voice knows his identity since he can't remember it at all. The voice claims that since his memory has been erased and his next assignment is not available yet, she can't tell who he should be. Awkward. Because of this, fake Morita has no choice but to go back to the home that is pointed on the map in his mobile. Meanwhile, Saki realizes that her passport was inside the jacket she gave to fake Morita.

She spots the guy somehow persuading a businessman to give up his trousers. The biggest mystery is when he enters the apartment and all of a sudden his neighbor can understand what fake Morita is talking about even though he's speaking in Japanese.

Fake Morita enters his room and finds out that he has a lot of firearms and bomb-making materials. Yeah, he's a certified terrorist, all right. He also has a lot of fake passport. I'm disappointed that one of the fake names is not Shinobu Morita. Another item of interest is a picture of him posing against the background of many nekkid guys. Maybe they were about to have annual meeting for Japan Bukkake club? Anyway, Saki knocks on the door, asking if he can return her jacket since it has her passport in it. Fake Morita checks the passport and finds out that her name is Morimi Saki. Elsewhere, the "We want to marry anime characters" group rejoice when they find out that Saki is 20 years old while pedobears everywhere sulk and yell "too old!". Fake Morita feels that he's the same age as Saki so he flips through fake passport to find one that has similar year of birth. And with that he becomes Takizawa Akira.

Meanwhile, a policewoman comes to the apartment to inspect the suspicious couple. Akira, however, throws her off by showing off his massive package, proving that unlike the guy in the pic, he's comparatively well-endowed. Pics or it didn't happen, animators! And oh, this policewoman is definitely an anime fangirl. She can even understand Akira even though this time around his speech is more complicated than the one he used on his neighbor. Anyway, the two then run away from the apartment since Akira has set it on fire. The two go to the airport and they talk about how Japan is no longer self-sufficient anymore. This is why Saki wanted to make a wish, hoping it'll bring some changes. The two then joke around until they witness a news about how there's a missile attack on Japan. It feels weird to see a serious political drama with Honey and Clover characters in it.

First look: What a weird 'Wonderland' Burton's made

2009-08-19T00:00:00.000+08:00

You might have gone down the rabbit hole before. But never with a guide quite as attuned to the fantastic as Tim Burton.

GALLERY: Meet the inhabitants of 'Wonderland'

PANORAMIC PICS: See more exclusive art from 'Alice in Wonderland'

Those who have grown curiouser and curiouser about what the offbeat reinventor of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory might conjure up in his version of Alice in Wonderland can feast their eyes on this array of concept art and publicity images, due to hang in movie theaters this week to promote the March 5, 2010, release.

"It has been Burton-ized" is how producer Richard Zanuck describes the director's vision of the Lewis Carroll classic. Many elements are familiar, from the enigmatic Caterpillar (Alan Rickman) to the fierce Jabberwock (Christopher Lee). But none has been presented in this sort of visually surreal fashion.

"We finished shooting in December after only 40 days," Zanuck says. Now the live action is being merged with CG animation and motion-capture creatures, and then transferred into 3-D.

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The traditional tale has been freshened with a blast of girl power, courtesy of writer Linda Woolverton (Beauty and the Beast). Alice, 17, attends a party at a Victorian estate only to find she is about to be proposed to in front of hundreds of snooty society types. Off she runs, following a white rabbit into a hole and ending up in Wonderland, a place she visited 10 years before yet doesn't remember.

Among those who welcome her back is the Mad Hatter, a part tailor-made for Johnny Depp as he collaborates with Burton for the seventh time. "This character is off his rocker," Zanuck says.

Aussie actress Mia Wasikowska, 19, best known for HBO's In Treatment, has the coveted title role. "There is something real, honest and sincere about her," Zanuck says. "She's not a typical Hollywood starlet."

There is the usual Burton-esque ghoulishness (Helena Bonham Carter's Red Queen, whose favorite retort is "Off with their heads," has a moat filled with bobbing noggins), but Zanuck assures most kids can handle it. "The book itself is pretty dark," he notes. "This is for little people and people who read it when they were little 50 years ago."

Optimus Prime's Top Ten List

2009-07-16T17:33:00.000+08:00

David Letterman managed to invite Optimus Prime to appear on his talk show. I love his No. 1 list wahaha...

Departures, Best Foreign Firm of the Year. Must Watch!

2009-05-16T00:00:00.000+08:00

Yojiro Takita's Departures (Japanese title is Okuribito) won the Oscar for Best Foreign Film this year, and if you watch the movie you'll instantly know why. It is a stunningly raw exploration of death—I went to a screening of it this afternoon, and was blown away by it. It's about a cello player who loses his job, moves back to his hometown, and gets a highly unusual new gig as a corpse dresser-upper.

This movie will make you think about death. It's something many of us are uncomfortable talking about. I volunteer at an AIDS hospice once a week, and the experiences I have there are constantly reshaping my perspective on it, and the way I cope. I think Takita is brave to address death so directly in a movie and also to bring dignity back to the controversial Japanese funeral system.

Masahiro Motoki (aka Mokkun), the now-45 year old former boy band star, does an amazing job in the lead, and Ryoko Hirosue is charming in her role as his wife.

tokidoki screensaver

2009-05-01T00:00:00.003+08:00

I've always been a tokidoki fan and owned a number of tokidoki stuff such as bags, tees, etc. tokidoki has come out with their screensaver and I gotta say, IT'S SO KAWAII!!!

Click here to download tokidoki screensaver

Utada Hikaru - Come Back To Me

2009-04-18T00:00:00.003+08:00

If you are a J-Pop fan, you should know the Japanese-American pop singer-songwriter Utada Hikaru. “Come Back To Me” is the 1st single taken from her 3rd English studio album “This Is The One”. Awesome lyrics and nice melody. Enjoy!~

Track List:
01 Come Back To Me (The Seamus Haji Remix (Radio Edit)
02 Come Back To Me (Main)

Lyrics | Come Back To Me lyrics

1 Hit Wonder?

2009-04-10T10:00:00.001+08:00

Are these girl groups set to rock and stay in the music industry or are they just a 1-hit wonder? Time will tell...

Wonder Girls

The Wonder Girls debuted on February 14, 2007 on MBC's "Show! Music Core", singing "Irony", the hip-hop single from their debut mini-album, The Wonder Begins. The mini-album sold 11,454 copies in 2007.

Each of the five original members were selected through auditions. Debuting in early 2007, they became popular in the fall of that year with the song "Tell Me."

Since then they have scored 3 consecutive #1 hit singles with "Tell Me", "So Hot", and "Nobody", and in 2008, won two Daesangs ("Artist of the Year" Awards). They are oftened compare to the girl group FIN.K.L.

Kara

They debuted as a 4-member girl group on March 29, 2007 with "Break It" on M! Countdown. Their first album was called The First Blooming, and they debuted with the mature, independent, "strong-female" image and they focused on singing and music, instead of appearing on variety shows. 1 of the girls left the group suddenly due to parental pressure, as her participation in the group was contingent on the maintenance of her grades.

KARA's comeback as a 5-member group was on July 24, 2008 with "Rock U" on MCountdown. They made their comeback with the "cute" concept.

BoA's Debut Album To The US Market

2009-04-04T00:00:00.003+08:00

BoA, which stands for Beat of Angel, is a Korean singer, active in both South Korea and Japan. BoA’s multilingual skills have contributed to her commercial success in South Korea and Japan and her popularity throughout Asia. On September 2, 2008, BoA’s label officially announced that BoA would be entering the US market under their subsidiary label. And here comes her debut album “BoA”, released by NiSHiNO.

For the album, BoA worked with well-known music producers such as Bloodshy & Avant, Brian Kennedy and Sean Garrett.
Track List:
01. I Did It For Love (Feat. Sean Garrett)
02. Energetic
03. Did Ya
04. Look Who’s Talking
05. Eat You Up
06. Obsessed
07. Touched
08. Scream
09. Girls On Top
10. Dress Off
11. Hypnotic Dancefloor

20th Century Boys (20世紀少年)

2009-03-28T00:00:00.019+08:00

PLOT: A screening of the live-action version of Naoki Urasawa’s manga series, set to be the first in an epic fantasy trilogy. Inspired by the T.Rex song of almost the same name, the film follows a young man as he attempts to unravel the secret of the sinister conspiracy known as ‘Friend’. The globe-hopping plot builds up to a spectacular showdown on the eve of the new millennium - man versus machine against the backdrop of bustling Shinjuku.

Part I & II were already released. I am waiting for the last part of the trilogy. A movie not to be missed if you're a fantasy, mystery and sci-fi fan.

20th Century Boys (20世紀少年) I The Decent

20th Century Boys (20世紀少年) II The Last Hope

Teen Had Sex With Girl, 10

2009-03-22T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHEN they met on the internet in December two years ago, he was almost 17 and she had just turned 10.

After three months of calls, SMSes, one date and a Valentine's poem that made her 'feel love', they became an item.

Eight months later in November 2007, their relationship turned sexual. The young lovers engaged in sex on three other occasions before they were found out last January.

The girl's mother had noticed a change in her daughter's behaviour, and reported to the police.

On Thursay, the teen Xia Yun, now 19, pleaded guilty to two counts of carnal connection.

Two similar charges were taken into consideration.

The court heard that the girl had met Xia on a multi-player online gaming site AuditionSea sometime in December 2006.

They exchanged handphone numbers and kept in constant contact via SMSes and calls. Then on Valentine's Day in 2007, they met for the first time.

As Xia, is still under 21, Judge Soh Tze Bian called for a pre-sentence report to find if he was eligible for probation. This will be decided next month.

If Xia is not granted probation, he faces jail of up to five years and a fine of up to $10,000 on each charge.

* Althoug this incident happneed in Singapore, that doesn't mean it won't happen in Philippines. This acts as a warning to everyone of you to be careful with who you befriend with, especially in virtual reality.

100 Days, 100 Songs, 100 Locations, 100 Dances

2009-03-17T00:00:00.000+08:00

BOOMBOX from Ely Kim on Vimeo

100 Songs:

001. Heart of Glass / Blondie
002. Jimmy / M.I.A.
003. Deceptacon / Le Tigre
004. Im on Fire / 5000 Volts
005. Je Veux Te Voir / YELLE
006. The Way I Are / Timbaland
007. Too Young / Phoenix
008. Over And Over / Hot Chip
009. Stick It To The Pimp / Peaches
010. Say My Name / Destiny's Child
011. Pin / Yeah Yeah Yeahs
012. Geremia / Bonde Do Role
013. Let Me Clear My Throat / DJ Kool
014. Point Of No Return / Expose
015. Bubble Sex / The Seebach Band
016. Pump Up the Jam / Technotronic
017. Let's Make Love And Listen To Death From Above / CSS
018. Hella Nervous / Gravy Train
019. Me Plus One / Annie
020. Don't Go / Yaz
021. Bootylicious / Destiny's Child
022. Electric Feel / MGMT
023. Boys Don't Cry / The Cure
024. Lose Control / Missy Elliott
025. Ride The Lightning / Evans And Eagles
026. Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough / Michael Jackson
027. Hearts On Fire / Cut Copy
028. Tainted Love / Soft Cell
029. Between Us & Them / Moving Units
030. It Feels Good / Tony Toni Tone
031. Polaris (Club Mix) / Cyber People
032. You Never Can Tell / Chuck Berry
033. Huddle Formation / The Go! Team
034. Pump That / FannyPack
035. My Love / Justin Timberlake
036. Hung Up / Madonna
037. Justice - D.A.N.C.E (MSTRKRFT Remix) / Justice
038. Cybernetic Love / Casco
039. Creep / TLC
040. When I Hear Music / Debbie Deb
041. B.O.B. / Outkast
042. Bubble Pop Electric / Gwen Stefani
043. Miss You Much / Janet Jackson
044. You Spin Me Round / Dead Or Alive
045. Slide In / Goldfrapp
046. Kelly / Van She
047. Mine Fore Life / The Sounds
048. Disco Heat / Calvin Harris
049. Nighttiming / Coconut Records
050. Club Action / Yo Majesty
051. Pogo / Digitalism
052. Lip Gloss / Lil Mama
053. Heartbeats / The Knife
054. Enola Gay / OMD
055. Goodbye Girls / Broadcast
056. Kids In America / Kim Wilde
057. Kiss / Prince
058. Tenderness / General Public
059. Push It / Salt N Pepa
060. Circle, Square, Triangle / Test Icicles
061. Day 'N' Nite (Crookers Remix) / Kid Cudi
062. Shadows / Midnight Juggernauts
063. Paris (Aeroplane Remix) / Friendly Fires
064. Out At The Pictures / Hot Chip
065. Me Myself and I / De La Soul
066. AudioTrack 10 / Diplo
067. Girls & Boys / Blur
068. Heater / Samim
069. I Wanna Dance With Somebody / Whitney Houston
070. Hands In The Air / Girl Talk
071. Limited Edition OJ Slammer / Cadence Weapon
072. Meeting In The Ladys Room / Mary Jane Girls
073. NY Lipps / Soulwax
074. Lex / Ratatat
075. Gravity's Rainbow (Soulwax Remix) / Steve Aoki
076. Once In A Lifetime / Talking Heads
077. Leave It Alone / Operator Please
078. Half Mast / Empire Of The Sun
079. Hardcore Girls / Count and Sinden feat. Rye Rye
080. Dance, Dance, Dance / Lykke Li
081. Never Gonna Get It / En Vogue
082. Blue Monday / New Order
083. Crazy In Love (Featuring Jay-Z) / Beyoncé
084. 10 Dollar / M.I.A.
085. Love To Love You Baby / Donna Summer
086. Steppin' Out / Lo-Fi-Fnk
087. Karle Pyar Karle / Asha Bhosle
088. Love Will Tear Us Apart / Joy Division
089. Straight Up / Paula Abdul
090. My Drive Thru / Santogold, Casablancas, NERD
091. Like A Prayer / Madonna
092. Freedom 90 / George Michael
093. Black & Gold / Sam Sparro
094. B-O-O-T-A-Y / Spank Rock and Benny Blanco
095. Great Dj / The Ting Tings
096. In A Dream / Rockell
097. Don't Stop the Music / Rihanna
098. Hong Kong Garden / Siouxsie & The Banshees
099. It's Tricky / D.M.C.
100. Bizarre Love Triangle / New Order

Ponyo on the Cliff By the Sea By Hayao Miyazaki

2009-03-07T12:00:00.001+08:00

The latest film from the veteran Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki was a major phenomenon in Japan. The long-awaited follow-up to Spirited Away and Howl’s Moving Castle has already taken over 10 billion yen at the box office, which translates to over 8.43 million tickets sold in just over a month on release, promising a final figure which seems likely to break records by the end of its run. At the age of 68-year-old, Miyazaki still knows how to capture the hearts of the audience.

Ponyo On The Cliff By The Sea is loosely inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s " A Little Mermaid " , transposing the story to a gorgeously realised contemporary Japan and replacing the mermaid with a bolshy little goldfish who decides that she wants to be human after she is rescued by a five-year-old boy called Sosuke.

I am a big fan of Miyazaki and had watched all of his work. Though this is not my favourite as compared to his others work, nonetheless, it is still a pleasure to watch this animation.

Biography of Hayao Miyazaki

Below is a music video "On Your Mark" he did for Japan's pop duo Chage & Asko in 1995. The first time I saw this music video was at Chage & Aska's concert in Singapore. The played this during the interval. I wonder why Miyazaki didn't make it into a movie for the storyline seems good.

F*** My Life

2009-03-07T12:00:00.000+08:00

Today, my group of friends, my girlfriend, and I were playing 'never have I ever.' My girlfriend's turn came up and she went with, 'Never have I ever had an orgasm.' - by skeletor

Today, my girlfriend and I had sex for the first time. When I was on top of her, she asked me if it was in yet. I said yes. She sighed. - by ramenluver

Today, I finally hooked up with a boy I really liked. We were lying in bed and my panties were already off when he asked me : "Would you also have sex with me if you weren't drunk?". I responded "Yes!" and asked him the same question, at which he responded : "No, probably not." - by Dannylover

Today, I finally gave the guy I was with for over a year a blowjob. Right after he tells me "I don't want a girlfriend but I want you to be my best friend." by LALALA3

Today, my religious girlfriend of 8 months finally lets me have sex with her. She invites me over, and just when we are about to do it, her dad comes home from work 3 hours early. She said it is a sign from God that we have to wait. - by naynay007

Today, I looked on my sister's phone. There was a text from her boyfriend: "Let's go camping again, I bought more condoms so we won't make a big mess this time." Last time they went camping, they borrowed my sleeping bag. - by NeverCampingAgain

Today, I was going down on a girl. When I looked up she was texting. - by alhummel21

Today, I heard my sister masturbating in her room. I took the dog around the block to get out of the house, and I came back to see her exiting her room....my electric tothbrush in her hand. - by misc

Today, my virgin guy friend told me he wanted me to be his first. I'm a guy. - by DC

Louis CK - FTW!!!

2009-03-01T00:00:00.016+08:00

Friday the 13th - Valentine's Day Event

2009-02-21T00:00:00.000+08:00

Not that horror sequel movie I am talking about duh!~ It was the date that our Valetine's Day event was held.

Though during this event, some of our family members couldn't make it, those that attended had a great time. Prior to the start of the event, was my Love Party. Yeah!~ Finally changed ring after 2 months. What a GAH!!!

At the end of the night, everyone logged off with something in their gift box, even for those who did not win any game. Our one and only guest who is coupled with our family member Zero, Yuki, received a gift too for attending our event. The big time winner of that night's event was WinterSonata who logged off with 4 prizes in his gift box. Congratulations!

Below are some screenshots as a recap on that night's event.

Family members and guests who attended our Love Party.

Bulletin to wish everyone in Audition a Happy Valentine's Day.

Start of the event. First battle mode : Couple Dance

The gays in our family in action again.

On game wearing our uniform. Proud to be an ecchi!~

We end the event with Ballroom mode. Anak and bebeh were so chamba! =p

Did You Know 3.0 (Full Version) - Latest Edition

2009-02-16T00:00:00.001+08:00

After watching the video, I sat here feeling both amazed and shocked by the statistics. Kinda scary at the same time. The song is awesome too and is perfect for this video, Fatboy Slim "Right here, Right now".

Tune up the volume of your speaker before you start watching this video. It describes the macro look at the future. You won't regret spending 5 minutes of your time watching this.

Monkey Waiters In Japan

2009-02-16T00:00:00.000+08:00

Amazing! And these monkeys are so clever and cute!!! Wish I own one too kekeke...

Let's All Lovey Dovey On Our Valentine's Day Event

2009-02-09T00:00:00.005+08:00

As February 14th is approaching, we can "smell" love is everywhere. As the family event organizer, how can I not have a party for Valentine's Day?

Calling out to all family members and your couple even if they are not from our family.

Venue : AudiPH
Date : February 13th
Time : 8pm sharp!
Dress Code : Family Uniform for single members
Couple outfit for those who have a couple

Before the start of the event, both Saint and myself invite all of you to join us at our Love Party. Please take note that only 10 slots are available. Hence, this will be first come first basis.

Let's spread our wings of love on that night, shall we?

Movies To Look Forward To In 2009

2009-02-08T00:00:00.007+08:00

Below are a list of movies to be released this year and to look out for. I personally can't wait to watch Transformers 2, Avatar, Confessions of a Shopaholic, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Astro Boy. There are a few more great movies that are not mentioned here for the trailers are not out yet.

At the same time, I would like to wish everyone in the family and our friends in both AudiSEA and AudiPH a HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!

X-Men origins: Wolverine

Underworld: Rise of the Lycans

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra

Fast and Furious 4

Star Trek (2009)

The Watchman

Avatar: The Last Airbender

Dragonball Evolution

Street Fighter: The Legen of Chun Li

Tekken (No movie trailer out yet. Click to view cast)

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Confessions of a Shopaholic

The Pink Panther 2

Friday the 13th (2009)

Astro Boy (2009)

Ice Age 3 - Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Coldplay - Life In Technicolor II

2009-02-01T00:00:00.000+08:00

This is so effin' genius!!! One of the coolest MTV I've seen in a long time! 2 thumbs up for the song too.

My Walkman Was Murdered!

2009-01-25T00:00:00.003+08:00

Today I was in a very bad mood, extremely bad mood.

That super irritating, pain in the neck brother of mine spoiled my Walkman. My dad gave the Walkman to me because I got ninety percent for my Mathematics exam.

He could actually put the greatest invention of the decade into the water, saying that he wanted to test if the person who speaks in the Walkman could hold his breath for how many minutes. Oh my god! In this world, could there be any other more terrifying creature than a “brother”?

Ruining my Walkman was like ruining every hope of my life. Because of this, for a long time I wasn’t able to exchange the latest album with my classmates. I thought, Not very long I’d lose my reputation as DJ Pink. Perhaps I wouldn’t even have the chance to become a singer one day.

I reported this disaster to my mom, hoping that justice would be done, or at least gave my brother a piece of mind. Instead, she said the same old thing to me again, “Who asks you not to keep your things properly? Your brother is still young. You have to give in to him and guide him properly.”

I decided that next time I would teach him how to bang his head at the wall.

After that, mom gave brother what she felt was the worst punishment, glaring at him for twenty seconds and said, “You’re like a barbarian! If you do it again, I’m going to give you a good spanking.” The funny thing was, there would always be a next time.

The adults always say, “Being the elder sister should not bully your younger brother.” But why is it that younger brother can always bully the elder sister? Every time when dad and mom gave me a spanking, they would say it was for my own good. But why was it that when I hit my brother it wasn’t for his own good? I took his Transformer and had to return to him immediately; if my brother took my Barbie doll, mom would force me to let him played for a while.

If I was being a big bully, then wasn’t mom being a big bully as well?

This let me come to a conclusion: All adults are the same, like to be the judges for others, but never like to be their own judge and stick to the rules.

Forget it, there are parents everywhere. When will it be my turn to become a parent?

*This happened when I was still studying in Primary school.

Lexy

2009-01-18T00:00:00.004+08:00

My mahal ko loves this song Rookie by Lexy, so do I. AuditionSEA has this song. Too bad AudiPH doesn't have.

The second MTV, Lexy changed her image and had a boycut hairstyle. She purposely behaved like a tomboy and my goodness, she really can pass off as a lesbian. A handsome one of cos lol...

Well, I'm off for a 4 night cruise with Royal Caribbean from Jan 19 - 23. I'll be back online on Friday. Seeya ecchis!~ Stay ecchi!!!

Lexy - Rookie

Lexy - Up To The Sky

Memoirs of WinterFairy

2009-01-18T00:00:00.000+08:00

Memoirs of WinterFairy bring the readers into the past, present and future of my memories. Every story tells a funny, moving and sparkling portrait of myself. The characters in my stories are true and honest.

My notorious childhood, one that drives any mother crazy. My disinterest in education, struggles with friendships and a home I used to dread to going back.

From my father's infidelity, I become an unblinking observer. Watching the love affair evolved, I struggled to understand what goes on between lovers, and how relationships work - and fail to work. Then, as I step into adulthood, I have my own push-and-pull relationships, and the lessons in love are just as bewildering: how younger guys seem to be attracted to me, and my failure in having a long term relationship. I, a woman maneuvering her way through love, sex and relationships, and learning when to fish … and when to cut the baits. I've finally learned that in love there is neither pattern nor promise and there are never rules.

Based on true stories, parts of the stories are fiction in order to intrigue my readers. The names have been changed to protect my friends, love ones and family. The readers will get to discover the inner world of my thoughts and memories.

So, do look out for my series of short stories which I will be posting it up soon.

Sunburn & Lombok

2009-01-13T00:00:00.005+08:00

Date : January 8 - 12
Venue : Imaj Villas (Lombok, Indonesia)

I'm back!!! I miss all of you so much while in Lombok. Below is a brief recap on my trip.

My 2nd visit to Imaj since last year March 2008 with my family and friends. I was at their 3-bedroom villa again since the package was purchased a year ago and expiring in February this year. I bought it for US$600 for 5 days 4 nights last year. Recently, Imaj had this promotion and their 3-bedroom villas was selling at US$40 per night only!!! @#$@#$@#@#$@@$#@#

Anywa, since I'm just back from my retreat, I'll briefly summarize on what I did. The photos below are the villa I was staying (forgotten to take a photo of the bedroom I was sleeping in). And not forgettig me sunbathing... and came back with sunburn. OUCH!!!

1 of my dinner, I invited the chef to cook at my villa. While they were busy preparing my dinner, I went to peep on how they prepared the food and penned it on my notebook. I will use it for one of my cooking class ho ho ho...

I took some photos of the place as well. Not a thorough photo tour, but at least better than nothing?

Due to me and my sunburn, I couldn't have a body scrub at the spa. I ended up with a full body massage, strawberry mask and milk (body), anti-agiing facial and pedicure. I took their Christmas & New Year special package which included 3 course dinner and a bottle of red wine. All these for only Rp960, 000!!! SO CHEAP!!!

On my last night in Lombok, I went to this seafood restaurant recommended by the staff at Imaj. They said the seafood there is not only fresh, but cheap as well. Verdict: GREAT GOOD, NICE AMBIENT AND SUPER CHEAP!!! 1 Lobster, 4 King Prawn, 6 sticks of Calamari, 1 whole Red Snapper, a plate of vegetables and rice and beer : Rp291, 000.

Some of the food I had while in Lombok, too layz to take picture for all my meals there =p

Not forgetting my cute pinkystreet doll. I was so lazy that only took a few photos for Yoshiko.

I was kind of unlucky. My 3rd night there I got sting by a bee on my nose, 4th night by an unknown insect on my right foot and ended up still swollen till now.

I didn't buy anything when in Lombok since the place isn't a shopping paradise. It is more for relaxation, spa, watersport, scuba diving and cheap and good seafood. I ended up spending quite a fair amount on tipping the staff at Imaj.

This will be a busy week for me for I'll be away again next week for cruise from Monday - Thursday. And after that will be Chinese New Year. Gosh! So many things to be done by this week!!!

Love Is By Rain/Bi

2009-01-07T12:00:00.008+08:00

Before I head for my holiday at Lombok, Indonesia, I will leave you guys with this awesome song by Rain (also known as Bi). The song is from his latest album, Ranism. This is my favourite from the album, Love Is (Track 5). Enjoy and I shall see all of you when I return the following Tuesday. Until then!~

Love Is -Romanization

nayege sarangira-neun gon modeun-gol chugobad-neun
yishiggwado gateun got
kipogamyon galsurok paboga dwibori-neun
hangosman bara bol su bakke om-neun aigateun moseub
so-neul noye so-neul jabko isseumyon nan
sesang modeungoseul gajindeushi yes
paralgoshi obso nan nol
nol manjyojulkkoya nol aggyojulkkoya
noye dwiye isseulkke noyi gyoteso nol
yong-wo-nhi jikyojulkkoya non sarang badaya ha-neun-gol
nowa a-chi-meul maji hago shipo
nae nu-neul -bwa LOOK AT ME , MY BABE
pyongsaen-geul hamkkehandan mareul hago in-neun gol
ibeul maj-chwojwoyo I DO rago haejwoyo
ije shijagiget-jyo midgiji a-nhneun
geu ttolli-neun mogsoriro
so-neul noye so-neul jabko isseumyon nan
sesang modeungoseul kajindeushi yes
paralgoshi obso nan nol
nol manjyojulkkoya nol aggyojulkkoya
noye dwiye isseulkke noyi gyoteso nol
yong-wo-nhi jikyojulkkoya non sarang badaya ha-neun-gol
nowa a-chi-meul maji hago shipo
Everyday Everynight
nowa nan hamkkehalkkoya
Everywhere Everytime
niga wonha-neun geugot odideun kalkkoya
niga wonhandamyon nan sarangyi soya-geul ha-neun-goya BABY
nol manjyojulkkoya nol aggyojulkkoya
noye dwiye isseulkke noyi gyoteso nol
yong-wo-nhi jikyojulkkoya non sarang badaya ha-neun-gol
nowa a-chi-meul maji hago shipo
yes hehe hwo~ How you feel baby ?

Love Is - English Translation

To me, love is
Giving and receiving everything,
Having the same thoughts
As you fall deeper, you turn into a fool
You can’t help but look to one place
You become more childish
When my hand is holding yours,
It feels as if I’ve got everything in the world. Yes~
I want nothing else

(Chrous)
I’m going to touch you
I’m going to treasure you
I’m going to be behind you,
By your side, protecting you forever
You need love
I want to see you in the mornings

yea yea yea oh~ Look into my eyes
Look at me~ My babe
We say that we will spend the rest of our lives together
Press your lips against mine
Please say I do
This is the beginning,
With the trembling voice I can not believe
When my hand is holding yours,
It feels as if I’ve got everything in the world Yes~
I want nothing else
–(Chorus)–
Everyday, every night,
I’m going to spend it with you
Everywhere, every time,
I will take you to the places you want to go
If you want
I will make a pledge of my love Baby~
–(Chorus)–
Yes. How do you feel, baby?

Final Fantasy Versus XIII (Extended Trailer)!

2009-01-05T00:00:00.000+08:00

A must watch for FF maniac!!! Awesome trailer!!! So much hype on FF13 & FF13 Versus. To be released this year. Looking forward to it.

Latest Extended Trailer - Final Fantasy Versus XIII

Stepping Into Year 2009

2009-01-01T00:00:00.005+08:00

Most people would set New Year resolutions for themselves, so do I. The problem is, how many of us can actually keep to our resolutions?

It's odd how most of us see the new year as a time to start over. And while many feel compelled to review what we've done with our time on earth over the last year, few will actually commit to making any real changes, and of those who do, even fewer will actually succeed.

I believe most people make resolutions with the very best of intentions. Either way, the heavy hand of everyday life has such a grip on us that it becomes virtually impossible to break out of that rut and truly start life anew.

My first draft of this posting, I wanted to set resolutions for our family. Half way through, I decided not to and deleted everything. If you haven't noticed, I have quit from being the family master. I am saddened by a few things I notice that has been going on in the family. I cannot help but feel disappointed in some of the family members. I especially feel sad that both myself and the family are being taken advantage of, or rather, take for granted...

The irony part is, I am not even sure how many of the family members actually make an effort to keep up closely to the posting here. In a family, cohesion would be defined as the feeling of being loved, of belonging to the group and being nurtured by it. Although closeness is good in a family unit, there must be a balance between being together and being separate. A few things that bring a family together are the commitment of other family members, and the spending of time together.

Ever hear the saying, “What we have here is a failure to communicate?” A lack of communication can rip a family apart and destroy them. Things that facilitate communication are the things mentioned so far -- family closeness, flexibility, time spent together, spirituality. All members must feel a freedom within the group to express themselves freely.

Do we have these qualities in our family? Are we bonded together or are we behaving as an individual? Do we communicate enough? Do we think and act what is best for our family?

If any of you do read this, ponder on what are said here. If you do not agree with any of these, we will move on without you.

A new year marks a new start for everyone of us and a new Da Ecchi Stars. Have a safe, happy and prosperous new year!

Our First Christmas Party : A Big Success!!!

2008-12-29T21:00:00.002+08:00

OMG! Unbelievable success for our first Christmas Party on last Saturday, December 27th. We had so much fun. The party started late. Instead of 8pm, it started at 9pm and ended at almost 2am!!! What a night!

Here's a brief recap on the eventful night:

After waiting for 15 minutes, Kloinzell was the only one who managed to enter the locked room with the correct answer to the question "Which month and day is Da Ecchi Stars formed?".
Fellow Auditioners joined us at the party too. ~Ai~PrincesS won one of the Q&A and got Event Pass as her prize.
MyamChi won "The Most Spastic Look of the Year".
Kloinzell won "Back to 80s" with his rectro outfit.
Myamchi admitted to the family that he's a gay by winning "The Most Gay of the Year". *poor Chi...
J3r4n won "The Most Gwapo of the Year".
XxXuEeRxX won "The Most Maganda of the Year".
Myamchi & MyamChi's submission for "The Most Ecchi Couple of the Year" were so X-Rated that no other couples dare to contest. Click to view their submission.
All family members who attended the party, went home with a prize.
The big time winners of the night were none other than our Ecchi couple. Myamchi had won 5 prizes and MyamChi won 4 prizes.

First Christmas Together As Da Ecchi Stars

2008-12-25T00:00:00.005+08:00

Christmas is finally here! A festive of joy, to be spent together with your family, that special someone or with friends. This is the first year that all of us come together and celebrate the birth of Christ together as a family in Audition. 2 more days to our first Christmas party and no words can describe my excitement right now.

The day of our event, it also mark my 6 month anniversary being in Audition PH. I remember clearly that very first night I played in AuditionPH, June 27th. Half a year has past like that, and during this period I have found and made some good friends, and some that broke my heart. Since that fateful night, AuditionPH has become my home instead of AuditionSEA. It is because of all of you. Yes! You, you and you... It is because of you that I am here. We had good times together, and we had our bad times too. We are still here, together as one, as a family.

I love you, my Ecchi Stars. May all your dreams come true. Be happy and remember always, you are not alone... I'm here.

"Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Others stay awhile, make footprints on our hearts and we are never, ever the same." - Anonymous

2008-12-24T00:00:00.000+08:00

World War - 3D Animation @ University Of Hertfordshire 2008 from Digital Animation Herts Uni UK on Vimeo.

World War was created by Vincent Chai for his final degree project whilst studying 3D Animation at the University Of Hertfordshire.

Vincent Chai portfolio:
vincentch20.co.uk/

Da Ecchi Stars First Christmas Party

2008-12-05T00:00:00.009+08:00

After the blazing success of our first family event, looking forward to... A CHRISTMAS PARTY!!!

Gear up for contests such as "The "Gay"est of All", "Spastic 100%", "Back to the 80s" and "Androgenous of The Year". For the dance battle contest, Family Master will create a room with password. The Family Master will reveal the question via family chat and whoever knows the answer will enter the room. As for the dance battle mode and song, it will be decided by the Family Master.

Every family member can only take part in 1 contest, except for the dance battle mode. For example, if you register for "Spastic 100%" contest, you are not entitled to take part in "Back to the 80s". However, you can still take part in the dance battle mode. You are required to submit which contest you are signing up for by December 15th. Those who fail to do so, will not be qualified to participate in the contest.

Family members are expected to turn up wearing the family uniform for the Christmas party. If you are not gifted the family uniform, you are expected to purchase it. Family members who failed to wear the family uniform, will not be entitled to participate in any of the contests. The family uniform result is out. Although the closing date is December 7th, but the number of votes for "The Pumpkin Set" is obvioused by now that this will be our family uniform for the other 2 sets have zero vote.

Winner of each contest will stand to win 1 indefinite EP item. Prizes will be decided by the Family Master. Requests for other EP items by the winner WILL NOT be entertained.

Show us your fashion sense or your best dance moves at the the party. Let's have another funfilled and wicked time together. Cos... Da Ecchi Stars rock!!!

Rules and Regulations of Da Ecchi Stars

2008-11-30T00:00:00.001+08:00

From a humble starting of 4 family members (Bizenghast, October, WinterFairy, WinterSaint), our family has grown to the current size of almost 30 family members. The bigger we are, problems will start rolling in. To avoid any bad attitude or unhappiness in our family, I have come out with Da Ecchi Stars Rules and Regulations. Kindly take your time to read through and abide to the rules.

The following Rules and Regulations will apply to all family members of Da Ecchi Stars. The Rules and Regulations are subjected to change and amendments without prior notification.

1. Respect the other family members

Please treat others the same way you will want to be treated.

Please keep all personal conflicts to yourself and have discussions, not arguments. If you disagree with another family member, talk it out calmly so other can understand your point and feelings. Do not insult the intelligence of the other family member. If a family member gets on your nerves, do not go out of your way to insult them.

No family member shall personally reprimand any other family members. A family member may report unsatisfactory conduct of the particular family member to the Family Master.

2. Regulations for being Da Ecchi Stars

All family members must make an effort to mark his/her attendance daily. If you are not able to go online and mark you attendance, kindly inform the Family Master your reasons for not being able to do so.

Family members who are inactive for more than 2 weeks, shall be kicked out from the family. This is to avoid bad attendance check. If you wish to join back, write in and appeal. It will be determined by the Family Master to re-accept you into the family.

Family members should always greet one another whenever login or logout in Audition.

Family members should try to spend time and play a few games together. You are not obligated to play with the family. However, it would be nice to see family members playing together at least for a few games before joining your own friends. Those who always act as a lone ranger, disciplinary action will be determined by the Family Master. If you like to be a lone ranger, do not join a family.

Family members should always try to play at the Family Channel that is being purchased. It is not compulsory for you to do so. However, it will be much appreciated if family members can try his/her best to play at the Family Channel.

3. Family uniform

It is COMPULSORY for every family member to own the Family uniform. You are expected to wear the Family uniform for events.

NOT ALL family members will be gifted the Family uniform. Family members who are inactive will not be gifted the Family uniform. Family members who act as lone ranger will not be gifted too.

Family members who joined before December 1st, 2008 will stand the chance to be gifted the Family uniform for free. Those who joins after December 1st, 2008 are required to purchase the Family uniform at their own cost.

Family members who have failed to purchase the family uniform, will be kicked out from the family. Wearing the family uniform is a symbol of being Da Ecchi Stars, something that every family member should be proud of.

It is to the discretion of the Family Master to gift the Family uniform.

4. Miscellaneous

Offenses involving the following will result in severe consequences:
- Attempting to defame, discredit or challenge Da Ecchi Stars Family Master or Co-Founders.
- Attempting to threaten Da Ecchi Stars Family Master or Co-Founders.

Family members may be expelled or suspended for any unacceptable conduct, , or willful violation of the rules and regulations. Disciplinary action will be determined by the Family Master.

If you feel that the expells seem unjustified or are made in bad judgement, please leave your appeals at Da Ecchi Stars Forumites > Feedback and Suggestions.

Koda Kumi - Stay With Me [MV]

2008-11-27T00:00:00.000+08:00

I am on a role with low ratings. I’ve never been a huge fan of Kuu’s ballads. I find her voice too harsh for them, but I do love the emotion that she oozes when she sings and she compliments it with her acting. ^^ It is great to see something released from her. It hasn’t been long since Taboo was released, but I was already feeling withdrawal symptoms lol ^^

Credit -> okashi_tomodachi @BJJ

"Last Angel" is her 38th single and is a collaboration with Korean boyband DBSK which was released on November 7, 2007 in Japan. Worth watching as well. Enjoy!~

A Blazing Success For Our First Family Event!

2008-11-22T05:00:00.010+08:00

Wow! Recovering from our first family event which from my perspective was a great success…but even more importantly, from the participant’s perspective, it was a great event! So many family members who were there told me that they enjoyed and had a great time which was very appreciated.

One of the reasons that drove me in organizing this event was the desire to bring each and everyone in the family closer. I know that some of the family members had never met or barely know each other. And last night everyone at the event was having a great time, cracking jokes and pulling each other's leg! That was nice…but even better was the feeling that I created something and did something that I was PROUD of for the first time for this year! So thanks to those who were a part of it, and I look forward to seeing MORE family members at a future event!

Also, 2 of our family members had their wedding after the event. My blessings to them and may they stay a pair of ecchi couple. To myam and chidorisora : "Don't forget I'm waiting to be your kids fairy godmother. So work hard, ecchi everynight ok!!!"

Below are some screenshots to recap the eventful night.

First group of contestants for Individual battle event. Top 3 winners got to move on to the next round were ------KiTCaT, grez & myam.

Second group of contestants for Individual battle event. Top 3 winners got to move on to the next round were J3r4n, October & chidorisora.

The finalists for Individual battle.Congratulations to grez for winning the Individual battle event! He had won 120EP. Good job!

Preliminaries round for first group of contestants for Team battle event : WinterSaint & bHieShiNichi vs October & grez. October & grez won with the score of 2 - 0.

Preliminaries round for second group of contestants for Team battle event : ------KiTCaT & Hime vs J3r4n & -AnGeL-AbbY. ------KiTCaT & Hime won with the score of 2 - 0.

Preliminaries round for third group of contestants for Team battle event : Bizenghast & WinterFairy vs chidorisora & myam. chidorisora & myam won with the score of 2 - 0.

Semi-finalists for Team battle event :------KiTCaT & Hime vs October & grez. Winner for this round were October & grez.

Finalists for Team battle event : October & grez vs chidorisora & myam. chidorisora was disconnected halfway through the competition, and to the approval from the winning team, both teams had a rematch. Congratulations to October & grez for winning the Team battle event. Both had won 120EP each. Good job!

Not forgetting our very own ecchi couple who wedded after the event. All the guests who attended the wedding must be either in black or white. A requirement by the family master, that would be myself hahaha... A few screenshots for that special moment. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEWLY WEDS! BE ECCHI EVERY NIGHT!!!

By the way, those 2 lovebirds couldn't wait to get ecchi and went for their honeymoon right after the wedding. I have a screenshot of them going on honeymoon as proof! Wahahaha... SO ECCHI!!!

I'm hoping that with this success can lead to more! So reach out and tell me what kind of competition you’d be interested in such an event. I am opened to suggestions. Our next family event will be a... ... CHRISTMAS PARTY!!! So what are you waiting for? Start sending in your suggestions now via our family forum. I will start a topic on it.

Modern Powerdressing

2008-11-20T00:00:00.001+08:00

Modern Powerdressing - From Ivanka Trump to Sarah Palin and Michelle Obama (CLUSTER)

(TREND HUNTER) Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump, has made quite a name for herself. Rather than just relaxing in a cushy life provided by her business tycoon and real estate developer father, Donald Trump, at only… [More]

Woman jailed after 'killing' virtual husband

2008-11-20T00:00:00.000+08:00

By MARI YAMAGUCHI,Associated Press Writer
AP - Friday, October 24

TOKYO - A 43-year-old player in a virtual game world became so angry about her sudden divorce from her online husband that she logged on with his password and killed his digital persona, police said.

The woman, who has been jailed on suspicion of illegally accessing a computer and manipulating electronic data, used his ID and password to log onto the popular interactive game "Maple Story" to carry out the virtual murder in May, a police official in the northern city of Sapporo said Thursday. He spoke on condition of anonymity because of department policy.

"I was suddenly divorced, without a word of warning. That made me so angry," the official quoted her as telling investigators and admitting the allegations.

The woman, a piano teacher, had not plotted any revenge in the real world, the official said.

She has not yet been formally charged. If convicted, she could face up to five years in prison or a fine up to US$5,000.

Players in "Maple Story" create and manipulate digital images called "avatars" that represent themselves, while engaging in relationships, social activities and fighting monsters and other obstacles.

In virtual worlds, players often abandon their inhibitions, engaging in activity online that they would never do in the real world. For instance, sex with strangers is a common activity.

The woman used login information she got from the 33-year-old office worker when their characters were happily married to kill the character. The man complained to police when he discovered that his online avatar was dead.

The woman was arrested Wednesday and taken 620 miles (1,000 kilometers) from her home in southern Miyazaki to be detained in Sapporo, where the man lives, the official said.

The police official said he did not know if she was married in the real world.

Bad online behavior is usually handled within the rules set up by online worlds, which can ban miscreants or take away their virtual possessions.

In recent years, misbehavior in the virtual world has in some cases had consequences in reality.

In August, a woman was charged in the U.S. state of Delaware with plotting the real-life abduction of a boyfriend she met through the virtual reality Web site "Second Life."

In Tokyo, a 16-year-old boy was charged with stealing the ID and password from a fellow player of an online game in order to swindle virtual currency worth US$360,000.

Christmas

2008-11-16T00:00:00.000+08:00

Christmas (IPA: /krɪsməs/), also referred to as Christmas Day or Christmastide, is an annual holiday celebrated on December 25^[2] that marks and honors the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.^[3]^[4]^[5] His birth, which is the basis for the Anno Domini system of dating, has been determined by modern historians as having occurred between 7 and 2 BC. The date of celebration is not thought to be Jesus' actual date of birth, and may have been chosen to coincide with ancient Roman solar festivals that were held on December 25.^[6]
Modern customs of the holiday include gift-giving, church celebrations, and the display of various decorations—including the Christmas tree, lights, mistletoe, nativity scenes and holly. Santa Claus (also referred to as Father Christmas, although the two figures have different origins) is a popular mythological figure often associated with bringing gifts at Christmas. Santa is generally believed to be the result of a syncretization between St. Nicholas of Myra and elements from pagan Nordic and Christian mythology, and his modern appearance is believed to have originated in 19th century media.
Christmas is celebrated throughout the Christian population, but is also celebrated by many non-Christians as a secular, cultural festival. The holiday is widely celebrated around the world, including in the United States, where it is celebrated by 96% of the population.^[7] Because gift-giving and several other aspects of the holiday involve heightened economic activity among both Christians and non-Christians, Christmas has become a major event for many retailers.

Christmas Eve, December 24, is the day before Christmas Day, the celebrated birthday of Jesus Christ.

Gift Giving
It is also seen as the night when Santa Claus or his international variants make their rounds giving gifts to good children. In the Czech Republic and Hungary, where St. Nicholas (sveti Mikuláš) gives his sweet gifts on December 6, the Christmas gift-giver is the Child Jesus (Ježíšek in Czech and Jézuska in Hungarian), also known to most as Christkind. In Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Norway, Iceland, Argentina, Poland, Portugal and Quebec, Christmas presents are opened mostly on the evening of the 24^th, while in Italy, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, English Canada, South Africa, and Australia mostly on the morning of Christmas Day. In Finland Joulupukki personally meets children and gives presents in the evening of Christmas Eve. In most parts of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland Christmas presents are opened in the evening of December 24th ('Bescherung') and are brought by Christkind or Christchild, who leaves the gifts but is never seen doing so. In Spain gifts are traditionally opened on the morning of January 6, Epiphany day ("Día de Los Tres Reyes Magos"), though in some other countries, like Argentina and Uruguay people received presents both around Christmas and on the morning of Epiphany day; there are also some countries, like the rest of Latin America, where people stay awake until midnight, when they open the presents.

Regional Traditions
Philippines
Further information: Christmas in the Philippines

In the Philippines, the predominantly Roman Catholic Christian country in Asia, Christmas Eve is usually celebrated by attending the "Rooster's Mass or Misa del Gallo which is celebrated hours before the clock ticks 12 A.M. signifying the arrival of Christmas Day. After attending church, Filipino families usually hold a feast named Noche Buena to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. A great variety of food is eaten during this feast, an event that usually is done with great preparation. Foods being prepared include the famous lechón, quezo de bola, jamón (Christmas ham), roast chicken (turkey did not gain much popularity in the Philippines), barbecued meats, pancit, among many others. Despite the fact that some families are poor, they still find a way to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ through eating, family time and merry-making.

Santa Claus, also known as Saint Nicholas, Father Christmas, Kris Kringle, or simply "Santa", is the figure who, in Western cultures, is described as bringing gifts on Christmas Eve, December 24^[1] or on his Feast Day, December 6.^[2] The legend may have its basis in hagiographical tales concerning the historical figure of Saint Nicholas.
The modern depiction of Santa Claus as a fat, jolly man (or gnome) wearing a red coat and trousers with white cuffs and collar, and black leather belt and boots, became popular in the United States in the 19th century due to the significant influence of caricaturist and political cartoonist Thomas Nast.^[3] This image has been maintained and reinforced through song, radio, television, and films. In the United Kingdom and Europe, his depiction is often identical to the American Santa, but he is commonly called Father Christmas.
One legend associated with Santa says that he lives in the far north, in a land of perpetual snow. The American version of Santa Claus lives at the North Pole, while Father Christmas is said to reside in Lapland. Other details include: that he is married and lives with Mrs. Claus; that he makes a list of children throughout the world, categorizing them according to their behavior; that he delivers presents, including toys, candy, and other presents to all of the good boys and girls in the world, and sometimes coal or sticks to the naughty children, in one night; and that he accomplishes this feat with the aid of magical elves who make the toys, and eight or nine flying reindeer who pull his sleigh.^[4]^[5]
There has long been opposition to teaching children to believe in Santa Claus. Some Christians say the Santa tradition detracts from the religious origins and purpose of Christmas. Other critics feel that Santa Claus is an elaborate lie, and that it is unethical for parents to teach their children to believe in his existence.^[6] Still others oppose Santa Claus as a symbol of the commercialization of the Christmas holiday, or as an intrusion upon their own national traditions.^[7]

*Extracted from Wikipedia

Paradise Kiss : Series Info

2008-11-12T00:00:00.001+08:00

The purpose of this review is to give you a general impression about the series in the hope that it'll attract people to the series. Well, not that this particular series actually needs it since it already has installed loyal fanbase thanks to the manga (and I'm one of them haha... ). In the manga, George is more of a jerk for the way he treats Yukari. However, in the anime itself he seems a much nicer person.

Original Manga
Original Title: 「パラダイス　キス」 (Paradise Kiss)
Authored by: Yazawa Ai
Serialised in: Zipper magazine

Broadcast information
Starting date: 13 October 2005
Station: Fuji TV
Animation Studio: MadHouse
Character Designer: Nobuteru Yuki

Opening Theme
Lonely in Gorgeous Clip
Performed by Tommy february6

Ending Theme
Do You Want To Clip
Performed by Franz Ferdinand

About the series
Created by Yazawa Ai, the author of the popular Nana series (I love Nana too!!!), Paradise Kiss is essentially about a group of 5 students who struggle with their love life and their future in the fashion design industry. The lead character, Hayasaka Yukari, started out as an ice-queen type of a character who wanted nothing to do with the other students when they ask her to become a model for their design. She, however, quickly becomes entangled with the group when the group's leader and main fashion designer, Koizumi 'George' Jouji, shows a personal interest in her. Jouji somehow gives me a deja vu feeling of Travis.

Despite what some people might expect, however, this is actually quite different from its Noitamina predecessor, Honey and Clover. Honey and Clover takes a much relaxed approach to its story-telling and most of its characters are actually likeable despite their flaws. Paradise Kiss, on the other hand, features a faster-paced storyline and characters that at times border on unlikeable but capable of creating conflicts and melodrama. Whether or not the series is as good or as enjoyable as Honey and Clover is subjective to what you prefer in a storyline. As for me, I hate the ending. It's just so sad...

Characters (SPOILER!!!)
Yukari "Caroline" Hayasaka [早坂紫] / Voiced by: Yu Yamada
Yukari is the heroine of the story, a high school student who is tired of the meaningless and repetitive life that has been forced upon her by her uptight mother. She eventually models for Paradise Kiss after being "kidnapped" by Isabella and whisked away to Paradise Kiss' "atelier". She is often referred to, inexplicably, as "Caroline" by Miwako.

Yukari begins the series as a pretty faced, yet rather unattractive in personality, high school senior that studies dutifully for university entrance exams. When she meets the ParaKiss crew, she begins to discover new depth to her personality and life. Her passionate and sometimes destructive relationship with George is key to this self-discovery. Yukari is competitive, quick to blame others, and desperately wants to experience more; George often points out the flaws in her personality, but admits that he finds them alluring, claiming that she was "born into this world to drive [him] crazy." At the end of the series, Yukari ends up marrying her schoolmate, Hiroyuki Tokumori. (Although this is revealed during the last volume of the manga, the last episode of the series only hints at their marriage.)

George Koizumi [小泉譲二] / Voiced by: Kenji Hamada
George is an eccentric, handsome, and extremely charismatic student of Yazagaku who has extraordinary talent with a gift for fashion design, haute couture in particular. Despite his cold demeanor, he has extravagant ideas on everything, most of which are not accepted by the general public. He wants Yukari to become an independent woman, as well as a girl that will take responsibility for her own mistakes. He considers himself bisexual, or as he says, "an equal opportunity lover"; he also makes constant reference to how good he is with knots, and offers to tie people up repeatedly. His appearance is loosely based on Brian Slade of Velvet Goldmine, and several references to the film are made by him in the manga. He has distinctive blue hair and eyes, making Yukari humorously question if he is an alien. George can come off as cold and manipulative--Arashi warns Yukari that he is "not a man that will make a woman happy"--but he deeply cares for Yukari. George is the one to steal Yukari's virginity, even mocking her for it during sex. The lifestyle that he lives is top-notch; he lives in a loft apartment and drives a vintage Jaguar, but because his mother was merely a mistress, he rarely sees his father. Regardless, his mother dryly complains that he looks and acts just like him. At the end of the series, it is shown that he has designed the costumes for a Broadway show.

Miwako Sakurada [櫻田実和子] / Voiced by: Marika Matsumoto
A student of Yazagaku who works with George to run their own brand, Paradise Kiss. She is the younger sister of the Happy Berry brand's creator/president, Mikako Kouda, who is the protagonist in Ai Yazawa's Gokinjo Monogatari work. She is exceptionally sweet and cute. Miwako tends to act in a rather childlike manner, both in her Lolita style dress and unique vocabulary. She owns a cat named Josefine. At the end of the manga, Yukari and Hiroyuki talk about Miwako, who is married with Arashi and they have a daughter named Erica, who looks more like him.

Arashi Nagase [永瀬嵐/ / Voiced by: Shunsuke Mizutani
Arashi is a student of Yazagaku with a taste for punk style, piercings, and alternative music. He is Miwako's boyfriend, they have both known each other--along with Hiroyuki Tokumori--from childhood. Miwako later reveals that she "chose" Arashi over Hiroyuki when the three of them began high school. Even though Arashi has a generally cynical, sometimes abrasive personality, he does care deeply about those around him. When the members of ParaKiss engage in outrageous behavior, Arashi is usually the voice of reason. He is the son of a musician, Kanzaki Risa, who is a good friend of Mikako Kouda. (Both characters appear in Gokinjo Monogatari.)

Daisuke "Isabella" Yamamoto [山本大助] / Voiced by: Chiharu Suzuka
Isabella is the mother figure to the members of ParaKiss. This tall Yazagaku student is the epitome of high class and femininity. Isabella inspired George's very first dress during childhood, and often had the habit of taking every piece of clothing that he finished. Isabella encourages Yukari when she needs it the most, whether it be regarding George or her abandoned studies. Notably, Isabella is actually a crossdresser, and she is mortified when anyone refers to her as 'Daisuke', her birth name.

Hiroyuki Tokumori [徳森浩行] / Voiced by: Noriyuki Uchino
Yukari's classmate, an intelligent and handsome young man who happens to be the object of Yukari's affections at the beginning of the story. Hiroyuki was once in love with Miwako, but Arashi forbade her from seeing him. He eventually falls for Yukari, who foolishly assumed that he'd never date a girl like her. The two later marry. Son of Gokinjo Monogatari character, Hiroaki Tokumori ("Toku-chan").

Kaori Aso [麻生香] / Voiced by: Miho Saiki
A former Yazagaku student who is now studying abroad. She has romantic feelings for her old friend George, but knows that he is not the type to make a woman happy.

Paradise Kiss official site from Zipper magazine

Our First Family Event

2008-11-06T09:00:00.007+08:00

Da Ecchi Stars was formed on 24th August 2008. From the initial startup of just 4 family members, the word "expansion" did not come into my mind. Along our journey, we met and found friendship in fellow auditioners who ended up joining our humble family. Now, Da Ecchi Stars has a total of 21 family members.

"Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don't walk behind me, I may not lead; Walk beside me, and just be my friend." - Alber Camus

Now, let's come to the plus point of having a bigger family. We can have... EVENT!!! The moment that you and I have been waiting for, our first family event. The family event will be held on 21st November @8pm.

Please standby at Undaground server @8pm sharp. I will PM all family members on the exact channel on the day itself via Fam Chat. For guests, kindly look out for bulletin.

Cool EP prizes await you in our family event! Will you be the lucky one to win one of these prizes?

Each winner will receive an indefinite avatar worth 120 EP (except for the pet which will only be for 30 days). Winners can choose from 1 of the options below.

Individual Battle Mode

Fam Master will create individual rooms with password in undaground channel, inviting family members + guests.
Game shall start when Fam Master indicates she is ready in observer mode, with both teams ready.
Players will play a total of 1 song. Family Master Selected Mode & Song: Random Mode - Dream Machine. Chance Mode - Random.
Players in top 4 positions will advance to the next round.

Team Battle Mode

2 vs 2 team battle will be set-up.
Fam Master will create individual rooms with password in undaground channel, inviting family members + guests.
Game shall start when Fam Master indicates she is ready in observer mode, with both teams ready.
Players will play a total of 3 songs.(1 selected by own team, 1 by opponent team, 1 by Family Master) Family Master Selected Mode & Song: Dance Battle 4 - Can Can. Chance Mode - Random.
Team who wins 2 out of 3 songs will advance to the next round.

For Team Battle Mode, family members are to submit their team members to me latest by 9th November.
Click to view posting in family forum

The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya : Series Info

2008-11-03T00:00:00.002+08:00

I've always loved The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi and have been compiling everything that I know about the series onto this page. I ended up looking through Wikipedia entry of Suzumiya Haruhi and from various websites for the review. If you haven't watched the anime and hate spoiler, skip past the Characters Information and Glossary of Terms.

General Information
Official Site: http://www.haruhi.tv
Original Title: 「涼宮ハルヒの憂鬱」(Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuu-utsu)
Alternate Title: The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya
Created by: Tanigawa Nagaru 「谷川流」
Original Character Design: Itou Noizi 「いとうのいぢ」
Original Serialisation: Sneaker magazine's light novel
Animation Studio: Kyoto Animation

Cast
Sugita Tomokazu 「杉田友和」： "Kyon" 「キョン」
Hirano Aya 「平野綾」： Suzumiya Haruhi 「涼宮ハルヒ」
Chihara Minori 「茅原実里」： Nagato Yuki 「長門有希」
Gotou Yuuko 「後藤邑子」： Asahina Mikuru 「朝比奈みくる」
Ono Daisuke 「小野大輔」： Koizumi Itsuki「古泉一樹」
Kuwatani Natsuko 「桑谷夏子」： Asakura Ryouko 「朝倉涼子」
Matsuoka Yuki 「松岡由貴」： Tsuruya-san 「鶴屋さん」
Shiraishi Minoru 「白石稔」： Taniguchi 「谷口」
Matsumoto Megumi 「松元恵」： Kunikida 「国木田」
Ogata Kenichi 「緒方健一」：　Shamisen 「シャミセン」
Aoki Sayaka 「あおきさやか」： Kyon's sister 「キョンの妹」
Shiratori Yuri 「白鳥由里」： Kimidori Emiri 「喜緑江美里」

Episode Guide
Episode 1: The Adventure of Asahina Mikuri - Episode 00
Mikuru is a combat waitreses from the future who's come to protect a boy who posesses ESP power from the clutch of evil and alien Witch called Yuki.

Episode 2: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi I
Kyon, the narrator of the first episode reveals his first meeting with Suzumiya Haruhi, a girl who's only interested in talking to Aliens, time travelers, and people with ESP powers.

Episode 3: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi II
Haruhi mentions her interest in getting a mysterious transfer student. In order to achieve this, she blackmails the computer society members and forces Mikuru to wear a Bunny outfit while handing out leaflets. Meanwhile, Kyon is informed by Yuki that she and Haruhi are not normal humans.

Episode 4: The Boredom of Suzumiya Haruhi
Haruhi drafts the entire SOS-Dan members and their friends to play Baseball against college teams. She, however, becomes upset when her team is losing and may endanger the world due to her unstable emotion.

Episode 5: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi III
Mikuru and the newly recruited member, Koizumi Itsuki, reveal to Kyon that they have agenda of their own for joining SOS-Dan.

Episode 6: The Lone Island Syndrome I
SOS-Dan goes to a secluded island together for holiday but end up getting involved in a murder mystery when the owner of the island is found dead.

Episode 7: Mysterique Sign
A girl asks SOS-Dan to look for her missing boyfriend, who turns out to be the President of Computer Society Club that got blackmailed by Haruhi.

Episode 8: The Lone Island Syndrome II
Kyon and Haruhi fall from a cliff while attempting to find the truth behind the murder of the island owner from episode 6.

Episode 9: Someday in the Rain
SOS-Dan enjoys quiet and uneventful period after the completion of The Adventures of Asahina Mikuru film.

Episode 10: Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu IV
Kyon receives a note from someone asking him to meet this person inside the classroom after the school period ends.

Episode 11: The Day of Sagittarius
The President of the computer society club challanges SOS-Dan to compete in a networked games called The Day of Sagittarius.

Episode 12: Live A Live
During the school's festival, Haruhi decides to help out a band member called ENOZ when their lead singer and guitarist can't perform on the stage.

Episode 13: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi V
Haruhi forces Kyon to investigate the disappearance of Asakusa Ryouko. Later on, Itsuki shows Kyon something that is out of this world.

Episode 14: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi VI
Haruhi becomes increasingly restless and unhappy with the world that she lives in especially after she sees Kyon and Mikuru flirting with each other.

Chronicle Timeline
April to May

1. Episode 2: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi I
2. Episode 3: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi II
3. Episode 5: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi III
4. Episode 10: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi IV
5. Episode 13: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi V
6. Episode 14: The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi VI

June

7. Episode 4: The Boredom of Suzumiya Haruhi

July

8. Episode 7: Mysterique Sign
9. Episode 6: The Lone Island Syndrome I
10. Episode 8: The Lone Island Syndrome II

November

11. Episode 1: The Adventure of Asahina Mikuru - Episode 00
12. Episode 12: Live A Live
13. Episode 11: The Day of Sagittarius
14. Episode 9: Someday in the Rain

Asahina Mikuru no Bouken Opening Theme

Koi no Mikuru Densetsu 「恋のミクル伝説」
Performed by Gouto Yuuko 「後藤邑子」
YouTube

ミ　ミ　ミラクル　ミックルン　ルン
Mi, Mi, Mirakuru Mikkurun-run

ミ　ミ　ミラクル　ミックルン　ルン
Mi, Mi, Mirakuru Mikkurun-run

素直に好きと言えない君も
Sunao ni suki to ienai kimi mo

勇気を出して (Beam Attack!!)
Yuuki wo dashite (Beam Attack!!

恋のマジナイ　ミクルビーム　かけてあげるわ
Koi no majinai mikuru bi-mu kakete ageru wa

未来からやってきたおしゃまなキューピー
Mirai kara yatte kita oshama na kyu-pi-

いつもみんなの夢を運ぶの
Itsumo minna no yume wo hakobu no

夜は一人　星達に願いをかける
Yoru wa hitori hoshitachi ni negai wo kakeru

明日もあの人に会えますように‥‥
Ashita mo ano hito ni aemasu you ni

Come on let's dance !! Come on let's dance !! Baby
Come on let's dance !! Come on let's dance !! Baby

涙をふいて　走り出したら
Namida wo fuite hashiri dashitara

Come on let's dance !! Come on let's dance !! Maybe
Come on let's dance !! Come on let's dance !! Maybe

空のかなたへ Special Generation
Sora no kanata e Special Generation

（いつになったら大人になれるのかな）
(Itsu ni nattara otona ni nareru no ka na?)

恋のマジカル！ミックルンルン！　アッー!!
Koi no Majikaru! Mikurun-run! Ah!!

Opening Theme

Bouken Desho Desho 「冒険でしょでしょ」
Performed by Hirano Aya 「平野綾」
YouTube

答えはいつも私の胸に...
Kotae wa itsumo watashi no mune ni...

なんでだろ　あなたを選んだ私です
Nande daro anata wo eranda watashi desu

もうとまらない　運命様から決められたけど
Mou tomaranai unmei-sama kara kimerareta kedo

I believe 真似だけじゃつまらないの
I believe mane dake ja tsumaranai no

You'll be right! 感じるまま感じるだけをするよ
You'll be right! Kanjiru mama kanjiru koto dake wo suru yo

冒険でしょでしょ！？　ホントが嘘に変わる世界で
Bouken desho desho!? Honto ga uso ni kawaru sekai de

夢があるから強くなるのよ　誰の為じゃない
Yume ga aru kara tsuyoku naru no yo dare no tame ja nai

一緒に来てくださいっ
Issho ni kite kudasai

どこまでも自由な　私を見てよね
Doko made mo jiyuu na watashi wo mite yo ne

明日過去になった今日のいまが奇跡
Ashita kako ni natta kyou no ima ga kiseki

つかもう未来を
Tsukamou mirai wo

I believe you...
I believe you...

Ending Theme | Full Dance Version

Hare Hare Yukai 「ハレ晴レユカイ」
Performed by Hirano Aya 「平野綾」, Chihara Minori 「茅原実里」, Gouto Yuuko 「後藤邑子」
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ナゾナゾみたいに　地球儀を解き明かしたら　
Nazo nazo mitai ni chikyuugi wo tokiakashitara

皆で何処までも行けるね
Minna de doko made mo ikeru ne?

時間の果てまで
Jikan no hate made

ワープでループなこの想いは
Wapu de rupu na kono omoi wa

何もかもを巻き込んだ想像で　遊ぼう
Nani mo kamo wo makikonda souzou de...a-so-bo-u!

ある晴れた日の事　魔法以上の愉快が
Aru hareta hi no koto mahou ijou no yukai ga

限りなく降り注ぐ　不可能じゃないわ
Kagirinaku furisosogu fukanou ja nai wa

明日またあう時　笑いながらハミング
Ashita mata au toki warainagara hamingu

うれしさを集めよう　簡単なんだよ　こんなの
Ureshisa wo atsumeyou kantan nanda yo konna no

追いかけてね（追いかけてね）　つかまえてみて
Oikakete ne (oikakete ne) tsukamaete mite

大きな　夢　夢　好きでしょ？
Ooki na yume yume suki desho?

Characters (SPOILER!!!)
"Kyon"「キョン」 / CV: Sugita Tomokazu 「杉田友和」
The main protagonist and the narrator of the story. A first year student at the school and one of the five members of the SOS team. His family consists of a father, mother, and younger sister. Kyon's real name is not known at the moment. Personality-wise, he's a knowledgable and compassionate person on whom the role of Haruhi's overseer is thrusted by others. This, however, usually ends with him saying his one liner, "yare yare". Although Kyon looks like an ordinary human being, he is considered important by both Koizumi Itsuki's and Nagato Yuki's superior authorities/boss.

Suzumiya Haruhi 「涼宮ハルヒ」 / CV: Hirano Aya 「平野綾」
A first year student at the school as well as the head of the SOS team. She is in the same class as Kyon and sits right behind him. Although she is a bright student and has attractive face and figure, she has a self-righteous and arrogant personality. She also lacks general common sense and is difficult to have a conversation with. Haruhi has the power to transform the world but she is not aware of this power and therefore ends up doing this unconsciously. Rumour has it that 3 years ago she created a rip in the space and time continuum.

Nagato Yuki 「長門有希」 / CV: Chihara Minori 「茅原実里」
An ex-member of the literature club who was around when Haruhi secured their room as SOS base. She is devoid of any expression most of the time and has a very high physical strength. Yuki is actually a humanoid interface created by Integrated-Data Sentient Entity in order to observe Suzumiya Haruhi. In the beginning, she is often seen wearing glasses but recently she has decided to take it off. Nowadays, she also has less and less interest in contacting the organisation in which she belongs as her emotions becoming more humane. At one point, she even sealed her ability to synchronise her thoughts with sentient-entities.

Asahina Mikuru 「朝比奈みくる」 / CV: Gotou Yuuko 「後藤邑子」
A second year student who's abducted by Haruhi to become SOS' Mascot character due to her Lolita charm as well as her huge bazoomas. She originally belong to the calligraphy club but Haruhi forced her to quit that club so she can become SOS' Maid/Mascot. Even though she is often objected to Haruhi's many cosplay idea, she seems to enjoy her position within the team and occasionally buys tea leaves for the team out of her own expense. Mikuru is actually an investigator from the future who's been sent to investigate the reason behind the rip in time/space space-time continuum which has prevent them from time travel any further past that point.

Koizumi Itsuki「古泉一樹」 / CV: Ono Daisuke 「小野大輔」
A mysterious transfer student who is invited to join the SOS-team by Haruhi after he moved into the same school in May, which is an unusual time for students to transfer into a new school. Itsuki belongs to an organisation called Kikan, a group of people with supernatural power who's capable of supressing the sealed dimension that is sometimes produced by Suzumiya Haruhi's mental instability. They also have the power to prevent a giant creature called Shinjin from performing destructive activities within the sealed dimension. Itsuki has the tendency to smile almost everytime but tends to give out a long and drawn-out explanation or commentary. Although he loves playing chess and card, he is quite unskilled at it. Itsuki also has the tendency to present himself in a formal manner.

Asakura Ryouko 「朝倉涼子」 / CV: Kuwatani Natsuko 「桑谷夏子」
A first year student who is actually a backup humanoid interface for Nagato Yuki. Despite her seemingly calm manners, her action turns out to be quite radical. At one point, she tries to murder Kyon so that Integrated-Data Sentient Entity can achieve a 'possible evolution' through Suzumiya Haruhi's emotional reaction. Her existence is eventually terminated by Nagato Yuki and other students simply assume that she has transferred to a school in Canada.

Glossary of terms
Sealed Dimension
A space which will appear if the mental condition of Suzumiya Haruhi becomes unstable.

Shinjin (God-people)
The blue giant which appears in the sealed dimension. It is believed to be the embodiment of Suzumiya Haruhi's stress/nervousness and will appear if the unhappiness within her heart reaches its limit. It is believed that by performing large-scale destructive activities in the sealed dimension, the figure allows Haruhi to relieve her stress.

Integrated-Data Sentient Entity
Lifeforms with high intelligence which exist in the sea of information system throughout the universe. Since this lifeform doesn't have any substance/body, it merely exists as information and therefore does not have the ability to observe. 3 years ago, however, the possibility of an evolution was found to be possible for the lifeform thanks to the data outbreak which was caused by Suzumiya Haruhi. Because they do not have the language nor the body to communicate with an organic life directly, they created a humanoid interface for its personels, which include Nagato Yuki and Asakura Ryouko.

TPDD (Time Plain Destroid Device)
The device used in order to call upon the existence of Asahina Mikuru and others from the future.

Links
Novel translation
Haruhi Fanclub
Weekly Online Radio Program
Kyoto Animation's Suzumiya Haruhi website
High-res OP/ED

Girls' Generation

2008-10-27T00:00:00.006+08:00

Decided to blog about this Korean girl group after I saw a new family formed in AuditionPH, known as -GG- (Girls Generation).

"On the other hand, I, the leader who loves korean pops, gained an insight which came to a bright idea! The GIRLS GENERATION will be motivated by kpop girls who shows interest in singing and dancing. Kpop girls are graceful in their gestures. Girls Generation is here to show each sister's unique personality. Being a princess doesn't require castles and tiaras... being your amazing self is already being a princess! <3" - ~EXO~Aya

I've uploaded the album to imeem and have created a playlist. I bought their album when it was released. Not that I am a big fan of theirs, I have the habit of buying albums instead of downloading it from the internet. I wouldn't say it's a fantastic album. It's one of those typical girl group kind of music. Their second album is scheduled for a November 2008 release.

Girls' Generation 1st MTV - Into The New World

Girls' Generation (Hangul: 소녀시대; Hanja: 少女時代) is a South Korean nine-member girl group formed by SM Entertainment in 2007. International Girls' Generation fans usually refer to the group as SNSD, the acronym of the group's Korean name So Nyeo Shi Dae as well as their Chinese name, Shao Nü Shi Dai.

Member profiles
Yoona
* Stage name: Yoona (Hangul: 윤아; Hanja: 允兒)
* Birth name: Lim Yoona (Hangul: 임윤아; Hanja: 林允兒)
* Date of birth: May 30, 1990 (1990-05-30) (age 18)
* Position: Vocalist
* Discovery: 2002 SM Saturday Open Casting Audition

Prior to debut and after, Yoona has appeared in several music videos, such as in The Grace's "My Everything", Super Junior's "U", "Marry U", as well as TVXQ's "Magic Castle". She also appeared in The Grace music video, "My Everything" with Super Junior member Kim Kibum. She has also appeared TVXQ's Rising Sun concert. She gained a minor role in the Korean drama, 9 Ends 2 Outs (9회말 2아웃) and won a major role in a new drama, You Are My Destiny. In the new drama, Yoona portrays a girl who was once blind. You Are My Destiny has the highest rating and number of viewers for daily dramas in its time slot, beating other per popular dramas from major Korean networks, MBC and SBS.

Tiffany
* Stage name: Tiffany (Hangul: 티파니; Hanja: 蒂芬妮)
* Birth name: Stephanie Hwang
* Korean birth name: Hwang Miyoung (Hangul: 황미영; Hanja: 黃美英)
* Date of birth: August 1, 1989 (1989-08-01) (age 19)
* Position: Vocalist
* Discovery: 2004 Casting System (Los Angeles, California)

Tiffany was raised in Diamond Bar, California. She was discovered in the SM Starlight Casting System 2004 in Los Angeles and began her training under the label until the debut of Girls' Generation. Along with Seohyun and Jessica, she released a brand new single, "Bad Brother" (오빠 나빠) and Mabinogi [It's Fantastic!]. Before coming to Korea, she attended Diamond Bar High School in Diamond Bar, California.

Yuri
* Stage name: Yuri (Hangul: 유리; Hanja: 侑莉)
* Birth name: Kwon Yuri (Hangul: 권유리; Hanja: 權侑莉)
* Date of birth: December 5, 1989 (1989-12-05) (age 18)
* Position: Vocalist
* Discovery: 2001 SM 1st Annual Youth Best Contest

Yuri joined the label when she took 2nd place in the 2001 1st SM Youth Best Dancer Contest. She appeared in TVXQ's "Beautiful Life" music video and had a small role as a ballerina in Super Junior's first movie, Attack on the Pin-Up Boys. She also had a small role in a television segment, "The King's Boyfriend," which was part of the 2005–2006 KMTV Super Junior documentary, Super Junior Show. Yuri also played a part in the sitcom Unstoppable Marriage alongside Sooyoung.

Hyoyeon
* Stage name: Hyoyeon (Hangul: 효연; Hanja: 孝姸)
* Birth name: Kim Hyoyeon (Hangul: 김효연; Hanja: 金孝姸)
* Date of birth: September 22, 1989 (1989-09-22) (age 19)
* Position: Vocalist
* Discovery: 2000 SM Casting System

Hyoyeon is regarded as the best dancer in the group as she once attended a hip hop dance school that specializes in waving, popping, locking, and animation. Prior to debut, Hyoyeon traveled to Beijing, China in 2004 with Super Junior's Siwon to learn Mandarin and more about Chinese culture.

Sooyoung
* Stage name: SooYoung (Hangul: 수영; Hanja: 秀英)
* Birth name: Choi Sooyeong (Hangul: 최수영; Hanja: 崔秀英)
* Date of birth: February 10, 1990 (1990-02-10) (age 18)
* Position: Vocalist
* Casted: 2002 Korea-Japan Ultra Idol Duo Audition

Before Sooyoung's addition to Girls' Generation, she made a brief debut in Japan as a singer in the group called Route φ. She first debuted with Marina Takahashi with the song start. While in Japan, she became close friends with BoA and Sunday from The Grace as they too were working in Japan as singers at the time. She was previously a DJ of Reckless Radio along with Sungmin of Super Junior. However, she was soon replaced by Sunny due to schedule conflicts. Sooyoung also played a part in the sitcom Unstoppable Marriage alongside Yuri.

Seohyun
* Stage name: Seohyun (Hangul: 서현; Hanja: 徐賢)
* Birth name: Seo Joohyun (Hangul: 서주현; Hanja: 徐珠賢)
* Date of birth: June 28, 1991 (1991-06-28) (age 17)
* Position: Vocalist
* Discovery: 2003 SM Casting System

Seohyun is the youngest member of the Girls' Generation. She is a very high leveled pianist and along with Tiffany and Jessica, they released a mini-group singles "오빠 나빠" ("Bad Boyfriend/Brother") and "Mabinogi (It's Fantastic!)". She is also into the show and character, Keroro Gunsou.

Taeyeon
* Stage name: Taeyeon (Hangul: 태연; Hanja: 泰姸)
* Birth name: Kim Taeyeon (Hangul: 김태연; Hanja: 金泰姸)
* Date of birth: March 9, 1989 (1989-03-09) (age 19)
* Position: Vocalist and leader
* "Discovery:' 2004 8th Annual SM Academy singing competition

Taeyeon is the responsible leader and the oldest member of Girls' Generation. She is currently a DJ of Good Friend Radio with Super Junior member Kang-In and was the first member to release a solo track "If" for the drama "Hong Gil Dong". Taeyeon was further involved in Lee Bul's Music Video called 영원(Forever) and has also sang "Can/Do You Hear me...?" in the "Beethoven Virus" OST soundtrack. Taeyeon was the winner of the SM Academy singing competition in 2004.

Jessica
* Stage name: Jessica (Hangul: 제시카; Hanja: 潔西卡)
* Birth name: Jessica Jung
* Korean birth name: Jung Sooyeon (Hangul: 정수연; Hanja: 鄭秀姸)
* Date of birth: April 18, 1989 (1989-04-18) (age 19)
* Position: Vocalist
* Discovery: 2000 SM Casting System

Jessica was born and raised in California. She moved to Korea when she was 11 for training. She released 2 singles alongside with Seohyun and Tiffany: "오빠 나빠" ("Bad Boyfriend/Brother") and "Mabinogi (It's Fantastic!)".Jessica also stars in Jo Han Kim's music video "Love is Late, I'm Sorry".

Sunny
* Stage name: Sunny (Hangul: 써니; Hanja: 珊妮)
* Birth name: Lee Sunkyu (Hangul: 이순규; Hanja: 李順圭)
* Date of birth: May 15, 1989 (1989-05-15) (age 19)
* Position: Vocalist
* Discovery: 2007 SM Casting System

After several months of training under SM Entertainment in 2007, Sunny quickly debuted as a member of Girls' Generation that same year. She is the niece of SM Entertainment's CEO, Lee Soo Man. Her father was once the manager of the disbanded K-pop girl group Sugar. She was a co-DJ of Reckless Radio along with Sungmin of Super Junior until the broadcast ended on the 30th of July.

Discography
First single - 다시 만난 세계 (Into The New World)
* Released: August 2, 2007

First album - Girls' Generation
* Released: November 1, 2007

Links
Girls' Generation Official Website
Girls' Generation - Girls' Generation
Girls' Generation - Baby Baby
Girls' Generation - Kissing You
Girls' Generation - Touch The Sky
Jessica, Tiffany, Seohyun (SNSD) - Bad Oppa

Gallery

Preview of Audition Online Dance Battle Season 2

2008-10-20T12:00:00.005+08:00

AuditionKAU is already in Season 2 for months. AuditionSEA's next patch will be upgraded to Season 2 as well. The new season will have a new mode call "Beat Rush". I'd tried it and it's fun!!! I wonder when will it be AuditionPH's turn. I really can't wait...

Angels Brought Me Here... My Ecchi Stars

2008-10-20T12:00:00.004+08:00

Angels Brought Me Here - Guy Sebastian
[Verse 1]
It's been a long and winding journey, but I'm finally here tonight
Picking up the pieces, and walking back into the light
Into the sunset of your glory, where my heart and future lies
There's nothing like that feeling, when I look into your eyes...

[Bridge]
My dreams came true, when I found you
I found you, my miracle...

[Chorus]
If you could see, what I see, that you're the answer to my prayers
And if you could feel, the tenderness I feel
You would know, it would be clear, that angels brought me here...

[Verse 2]
Standing here before you, feels like I've been born again
Every breath is your love, every heartbeat speaks your name...

[Bridge 2]
My dreams came true, right here in front of you
My miracle...

[Chorus]
If you could see, what I see, you're the answer to my prayers
And if you could feel, the tenderness I feel
You would know, it would be clear, that angels brought me here...

[Bridge 3]
Brought me here to be with you,
I'll be forever grateful (oh forever Faithful)
My dreams came true
When I found you
My miracle...

[Chorus]
If you could see, what I see, you're the answer to my prayers
And if you could feel, the tenderness I feel
You would know, it would be clear, that angels brought me here...
Yes they brought me here...
If you could feel, the tenderness i feel...
You would know, it would be clear, that angels brought me here...

What Is Online Friendship Or Friendship In Audition?

2008-10-17T00:00:00.006+08:00

I learned a lot about online friends when I started playing Audition. In this virtual world of friendship, who can you truly call your friend? Who is genuine and sincere? Who is a poser and just pretending to be your friend?

I learned that a friend is someone I trust to be with me when I am at my weakest and most vulnerable. It’s not about whether you are trustworthy, or whether you are friendly, it’s the actual act of trust that is the basis of friendship. If I trust you to be truthful, then you’re a friend. If I find I must be careful on how I say things, then it’s something other than friendship.

Friendship is not a state of mind, it’s an act. It’s something you do. It's not about whether you’re good or not and it’s not a reflection of you. It is a balanced relationship between people. That doesn’t mean it’s always balanced at every moment. Sometimes you “need a friend” and other times it’s the other way. It’s a trust that is being returned.

There’s a world of difference between being a friend and being a fan. I’ve heard from people who I’ve never met say we’re friends. And then of course when I do something they don’t like, I’ve betrayed the supposed friendship. They’re living in a dreamworld. The more popular my character in Audition has become, the more people have this dream. Of course that’s not friendship, that’s torture.

Recently, an incident that happened to my couple triggered me to write this article. This group of "friends" accused him of betraying them, and threatened their friendship to him by forcing him to make a decision - to choose our family or them.

“When a friend changes you can find the bond that’s connecting you at a deeper level. The surface stuff isn’t a good thing to depend on. Physical bodies change as they grow. So do emotional bodies and intellectual ones. Take a deep breath. People move, life is more like a wild dance than a ceremony. You just can’t tell what’s coming next.” - Dave Winer

This group of "friends" were trying to coerce WinterSaint into not changing. That is not friendship, that is coercion.

One of the hallmarks of a person who is more likely to be a friend-that-was than a friend-for-life, is that person quotes anonymous people who say they were my friends but I betrayed them. That’s such a huge turnoff, that usually wakes me up in an instant. A friend would never even consider saying something like that, because it’s so objectifying, so impersonal, so unfair, so un-friendly. In a court of law you’re entitled to cross-examine your accusers. Same in the court of friendship.

I am thankful to meet my couple WinterSaint, and family members - Bizenghast, October and WinterHeart. They are the people who, no matter how painful it is to see, are willing to be with me when I am so helpless and weak. Thank you for being my friends and being there for me when I was at my lowest. Thank you...

Bobby Lee On American Idol?

2008-10-15T00:00:00.000+08:00

LMAO!!! Damn, they are good!

S.A - Special A : Series Info

2008-10-10T12:00:00.002+08:00

This review is to promote S.A - Special A series which I've finished watching recently. Saw the Promo Trailer of this anime at Crunchyroll months ago but it was only 3 days ago that I started watching it. It is still not uploaded at Crunchyroll. However, you can watch the compelete series at YouTube. To make it easier for those who are keen in this series, I have posted up all the links to the 24 episodes in a separate posting. I love the color palette that the animators choose and some of the characters look insane which is a plus in my book. This review is filled with snippets of the animation that we'll see in the series, and basically an introduction of the 7 main characters of the series. I have also posted the links for all 24 episodes of the series under "S.A - Special A : Links for the series" posting.

S.A. - Special A Promo Trailer

About the series
Hikari Hanazono has always been second to Kei Takishima. When they were six years old, their pro-wrestling loving fathers introduced them to each other. Assuming that she was the best in wrestling, young Hikari challenged Kei to a wrestling match only to be thoroughly defeated by him. Ever since that fateful incident, Hikari swore to beat Kei in school grades, sporting events - anything. To do this, she has enrolled in the same school as Kei since elementary. Now she attends Hakusenkan, an ultra elite school, that costs her carpenter father a lot of money. Hikari and Kei are the top two students in the school, with Kei holding firmly to that number one position. While Hikari considers Kei to be a rival and important friend. The story primarily focuses on Hikari and her constant attempts to defeat her one and only rival, Kei.

Characters (SPOILER!!!)
Hikari Hanazono [華園光] / Voiced by: Yuko Goto
Hikari is the protagonist of the story and is ranked 2nd in the school. She is energetic and kindhearted, but rather dense when it comes to love. She is the daughter of a carpenter. When she was six years old she experienced her first defeat and humiliation when she lost to Kei Takishima in a pro-wrestling match. In order to beat Kei, Hikari convinced her father to allow her to attend Kei's prestigious elite school and strives to defeat Kei at anything, from academics to athletics.

Kei Takishima [滝島彗] / Voiced by: Jun Fukuyama
Kei is Hikari's rival and holds the 1st position in the entire school. He is good at everything he does and is always a smooth winner. He is the son of the CEO of Takishima Corporation. Kei has been in love with Hikari since they were children, but Hikari has been too dense to realize his feelings for her. He maintains a stoic and cool facade most of the time, except for when Hikari is in trouble.

Jun Yamamoto [山本純] / Voiced by: Tsubasa Yonaga
Jun is ranked 3rd in school and is the son of a music producer and a talented vocalist. He is a nice guy and is usually quiet like his twin sister, Megumi. Like Megumi, he is very possessive of Ryuu and seems to worry Ryuu as much as he worries about the two of them. Jun is rather shy around girls, which resulted in a split personality who is able to charm women effortlessly.

Megumi Yamamoto [山本芽] / Voiced by: Ayahi Takagaki
Megumi holds the 4th position in school and is the older twin sister of Jun. She and her brother are very close to Ryuu, whom they have known since they were children. Megumi refuses to speak so as to preserve her singing voice and writes what she wishes for people to know on a sketchpad. When she sings, her voice is so devastatingly powerful that everyone ends up dazed and disoriented afterward.

Tadashi Karino [狩野宙] / Voiced by: Hiro Shimono
Tadashi ranks 5th in school and is the son of the school's director. He suffers from a bit of wanderlust, likes to travel alone and do whatever he wants or sees fit. He enjoys eating sweets, especially food made by Akira. He seems to end up as the character most comically attacked (frequently by Akira and Kei) because of his careless comments or reckless behavior.

Akira Toudou [東堂明] / Voiced by: Hitomi Nabatame
Akira holds the 6th position in school and is very fond of Hikari; as a result, she is very protective of her. She loves afternoon tea and is very fond of cute girls. Akira apparently is in love with Tadashi and she never seems to hold back when hitting him. She is the daughter of the owner of an airline company.

Ryuu Tsuji [辻竜] / Voiced by: Kazuma Horie
Ryuu ranks 7th in the entire school cohort. He is the son of the CEO of a sports company and one of his family's clients is Yahiro's family. He is an animal lover and is very good at handling children. The twins, Megumi and Jun, are unusually close to him, because they have been together since childhood. It is hinted that perhaps he is smarter than 7th place, but spends the majority of the time during exams worrying about Jun and Megumi, who tend to become bored or sleep during tests.

Music
1st Opening theme
"Special Days" (episodes 1 - 12) Clip
Performed by Yuko Goto, with S.A (Hitomi Nabatame and Ayahi Takagaki)

1st Ending theme
"Hidamari no Gate" (陽だまりのゲート) (episodes 1 - 12, 24) Clip
Performed by Jun Fukuyama, Hiro Shimono, Tsubasa Yonaga, Kazuma Horie

2nd Opening theme
"Gorgeous 4U" (episodes 13 - 24) Clip
Performed by Jun Fukuyama, Hiro Shimono, Tsubasa Yonaga, Kazuma Horie

2nd Ending theme
"Special Gyutto Good Luck!" (スペシャル☆ギュッとGood luck!) (episodes 13 - 23) Clip
Performed by Yuko Goto, Hitomi Nabatame, and Ayahi Takagaki

Links
S.A. - Special A Official Site
Special A - Episodes 1 - 24 (Complete)

S.A - Special A : Links for the series

2008-10-10T11:50:00.000+08:00

I hope you will enjoy this anime as much as I do. Enjoy!~

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Vampire Knight : Series Info

2008-10-06T20:00:00.008+08:00

Between this and Special A, I have no idea which one is the better anime. I personally love both of them. It's actually quite funny and the animation/characters design are gorgeous. I'm very impressed. The OP theme Futatsu no Koudou to Akai Tsumi, really fits the atmosphere of this series. The same thing can be said about the ED theme Wakeshima Kanon, which is quite eerie. Anyway, this is another impressive series that everyone must take a look.

I seriously don't like Kaname and find him a creep since the start of the story. I just think that between him and Zero, it's obvious for me who is the one to root for. One of the things that the anime does a better job more than the manga is emphasizing the individuality of the vampires. I am talking about Hanabusa Aidou, Akatsuki Cain, and Luca Souen. In the anime, however, they stand out a bit more for some reason than in the manga. Maybe due to the voice acting or because of the way the scenes were directed. The three characters that do stand out in the manga, however, are Takuma Ichijou, Senri Shiki, and Rima Touya. I think design-wise, they look very cool and their personality are interesting as well.

In the actual story, Zero is all about pushing everyone away from him because he's the king of pain and angst. There are, however, occasions where he reaches out to Yuuki in the series. It's this kind of humanity that makes him a much better character than Kaname because despite himself, he tries to be his best for Yuuki. Kaname, on the other hand, always seem to care about Yuuki's wellbeing. However, he does it in such a cold and possessive manner that most of the time, it ends up being creepy. At least Zero's personality is transparent. One can see easily when he's angry or sad or feeling protective. Kaname, on the other hand, never reveals any of these emotions.

I think at this point, you should know which pairing is my preference. If you have the choice, which pairing will you root for? Zero/Yuuki? Kaname/Yuuki?

Opening Theme - Vampire Knight ~Guilty~ Season 2
Rondo clip
Performed by ON/OFF

Characters (MAJOR SPOILER COS YOU'LL KNOW THE STORY OF SECOND SEASON!!!)

Day Class

Yuki Cross [黒主優姫] / Voiced by: Yui Horie
Yuki Cross is the adoptive daughter of the headmaster of Cross Academy. She is a first year student, a member of the school's disciplinary committee and in that capacity acts as a Guardian for Cross Academy monitoring and protecting the Day Class. Yuki carries the anti-vampire weapon, the Artemis Rod. Yuki is generally a cheerful and comedic character, but has a fear of vampires that means she rarely leaves the Cross Academy grounds on her own.

When Yuki was approximately 5 years old, Rido Kuran attacked the Kuran family seeking to take Yuki. To protect her daughter, Juri sacrificed herself to seal Yuki's vampire side and erased her daughter's memory. Yuki's first memory is that of Kaname saving her from a vampire. Yuki grew up harboring deep feelings for him and the two had a close relationship. Yuki had troubled nightmares nightly until 4 years ago, when Zero joined their household and Yuki formed a strong attachment to the boy. Yuki's relationship with Kaname became distant after she witnessed his vampire nature as he feed on a vampire classmate and as a human, Yuki believed she had no chance with Kaname and began to fear him a little, but her attraction to him remained.

Following her discovery of Zero's awakened nature as a vampire and his subsequent struggles with bloodlust, Yuki chose to allow Zero to feed upon her in secret. In order to prevent Zero running away, Yuki promised that she would be his ally and that she would kill him when he became a level E vampire. She also attempted to bargain her humanity for Zero's life when Shizuka offered her a deal, but Zero prevented her from becoming a vampire.

Troubled by the gap in her memory, Yuki attempted to ask Kaname to reveal what he knew. Kaname bargained the answer in return for her becoming his lover. Yuki admitted she loves him and agreed to his proposal, but when she didn't get an answer, she attempted to remember on her own, causing herself waking nightmares, at one point almost suffocating Zero. Kaname then bit Yuki and re-awakened her as a pureblood vampire and drinking his blood brought back the complete memories of her past. Yuki was reunited with Kaname as his sister and his possible fiancee.

Returning to her vampire self, Yuki exhibited the uncontrolled return of her vampire powers return and physical changes also occurred. Yuki chose to break her friendship with Zero, aware of the new antagonism between them, however Yuki retained her friendship with her best friend, Yori. Yuki began to sense the danger of Rido's revival and Kaname attempted to remove her from danger. Yuki refused to leave the school, but convinced Kaname to leave and continue his mission after kissing him on the lips and promising him that she'll return to his arms. Yuki's ignored the Artemis Rod's attempts to reject her vampire nature which caused it to morph into a new weapon as a scythe.

Yuki finally confronted her uncle Rido and almost fell prey to his words. Zero interrupted them attempting to kill Rido. Yuki reconfirmed her vow to be Zero's ally despite being called his enemy. Though Zero attempted to remove her from the fight, Yuki managed to score the killing blow on her uncle. With Zero now intending to kill her, Yuki stands ready to defend herself.

Zero Kiryu [錐生零] / Voiced by: Mamoru Miyano
Zero Kiryu is Yuki's close friend and the only other Cross Academy Guardian. Zero is descended from Vampire Hunters and was trained as a Vampire Hunter by Toga Yagari. Zero carries an anti-vampire gun named "Bloody Rose," given to him by Kaien Cross. Four years ago, Zero was taken in by Kaien Cross as the sole survivor of a murderous attack on his family by the Shizuka Hio. Zero was bitten during the attack and has spent the last four year resisting turning into a vampire. Zero was tattooed with a symbol on his neck that helped suppress the vampire transformation.

Due to the attack, Zero developed a deep hatred and distrust of vampires. Zero kept his vampire secret even from Yuki until bloodlust overwhelmed him and he bit Yuki. Zero attempted to run away, stopped by Yuki, who pledged to kill Zero should he fall to level E. Following Zero's awakening as a vampire, his tattoo was used by Kaien Cross to allow Yuki to tame Zero. Zero's body rejected the blood tablets used to sate a vampire's thirst, thus Yuki convinced Zero to continue drinking her blood.

Zero harbored romantic feelings for Yuki, however he supported Yuki's feelings for Kaname Kuran. Zero prevented Yuki from becoming a vampire when attempting to trade for Shizuka's blood that would have saved Zero. He fought his master's compulsion and shot Shizuka to stop her biting Yuki. Zero swears he will never let Yuki become a vampire. Zero is prevented from drinking Shizuka's blood finding her already dead. In order to gain control and delay the fall into madness becoming a level E vampire, Zero was convinced to drink the blood of the pureblood, Kaname Kuran. Following Zero's discovery that Yuki is actually a pureblood vampire, Zero severed his friendship with her and likewise Yuki told him her vampire side "ate" her other side.

Though Zero regained his sanity, the Hunters Association have him locked up, arrested by Yagari. Kaname revealed that his purpose in strengthening Zero was in order for him to protect Yuki and defeat Rido Kuran. Zero is shot by his twin brother and finally completed the Twin Hunter fragment after he is convinced to "eat" the dying Ichiru. With this act, along with being a twin vampire hunter of excellent lineage who has become a vampire, within Zero is the blood of three purebloods, Yuki, Kaname and by proxy Shizuka, making Zero one of the most powerful characters in the series and saving him from becoming a Level E.

Zero's new powers are shown to be manipulation of vines within his body that are an extension of the Bloody Rose, which is capable of stopping Yuki's evolved Artemis Rod. Zero declared Yuki his enemy and attempted to keep her out of his fight with Rido. When Yuki struck the deadly blow to Rido's heart, Zero completed the destruction. Zero then turns the Bloody rose on Yuki and reveals his intention to kill all pureblood vampires including her.

Sayori "Yori" Wakaba [若葉沙頼] / Voiced by: Kana Ueda
Sayori Wakaba is Yuki's dorm-mate and best friend since junior high. Yori is portrayed as a very perceptive girl who finds the aura of the Night class to be scary. Yori is one of the few girls who is not interested in the Night Class, she also is not intimidated by Zero and joins Yuki in teasing him, although she maintains that Yuki is the only one capable of dealing with him. Yori discovered that Yuki is a vampire during the attack on the school, but accepted her and appeared to be more worried over that fact that she would lose her best friend.

Night Class

Kaname Kuran [玖蘭枢] / Voiced by: Daisuke Kishio
Kaname Kuran is a pureblood vampire who saved Yuki from an attack by another vampire when she was five years old. Kaname is the class president of the Night Class, both feared and respected by the other Night Class students. As a pureblood Kaname is capable of controlling lesser vampires, he chooses not to exercise his powers earning the respect of the noble vampires. He shares the Chairman's hopes for a peace between vampires and humans. He worked with the Chairman to create the Night Class at Cross Academy and with his presence allows the Night Class to be kept in check despite Zero's distrust of him.

Kaname is normally a stoic and authoritive individual, thus his kind and gentle attitude with Yuki has puzzled his fellow vampires. He expresses discontent with Zero for biting Yuki and endangering her life. Kaname tells Zero that he only allows Zero's existence by Yuki's side to ensure her safety and is envious that he cannot protect her himself. It is said that Kaname is in love with Yuki, he tells her so in chapter 30.

Kaname kills Shizuka Hio, promising her that he will destroy that which destroyed the ruined the destiny of the purebloods. He drinks her blood in order to gain power to protect Yuki, but leaves some of her blood to save Zero. Kaname asks Yuki to become a vampire and live with him for all eternity by his side, but manages to stop himself from biting her. When Yuki starts to press Kaname for information about her past, he instead asks Yuki to become his lover. Shortly after this, Kaname bites Yuki in order to awaken her as a vampire and feeds her his blood in order to revive her memories as a Kuran, she remembers Kaname is her brother. Kaname reveals to Ichijo that he is not Yuki's brother, but was actually resurrected by Rido Kuran, who thus became his 'master'. Kaname was actually the first king and the founder of the Kuran family. Juri and Haruka Kuran raised Kaname as Yuki's brother, in place of the son that Rido took. Yuki and Kaname planned to marry as children, following the example of Juri and Haruka who were also brother and sister and married. Kaname convinces Zero to drink his blood to stave off insanity, slowing Zero's decent to a Level E vampire. He reveals that he has been preparing and strengthening Zero so that he can kill Rido and free Kaname from Rido's curse.

Kaname planned take Yuki away from Cross Academy, fearing for Yuki's life. Yuki's refusal to comply with his plan upset Kaname, but she kissed him to console him and convinced Kaname to leave her and complete his mission. Kaname went to the vampire council, where he summoned the vampire council members and killed all of them except Asato Ichijo.

Takuma Ichijo [一条拓麻] / Voiced by: Susumu Chiba
Takuma Ichijo is the vice-president of the Night Class, he is a noble-class vampire nearly as powerful as Kaname, whom he is close to and respects. Takuma appears very un-vampire like with his cheerful and enthusiastic demeanor, he lacks the dark atmosphere that surrounds most vampires, making him appear more like a human. His favorite reading material is manga. Takuma maintains a close friendship with Senri Shiki, whose great grandfather is also a member of the council. He is also good friends with Rima Touya.

Takuma's grandfather educated him and has high expectations of him. His grandfather asks him to spy on Kaname, but he refuses out of loyalty and attempts to break free of his grandfather's mold. Takuma attempts to protect the possessed Shiki Senri, forced to go against Kaname in order to protect all his friends. Following Shiki's freedom from Rido's possession, Takuma has rejoined Kaname's side, where he appears in time to stop Kaname from killing his grandfather and instead insists on being allowed to handle the issue. It is strongly hinted at that Takuma intends to end his life along with his grandfathers, saying "Together, let us put an end to the Ichijo line."

Hanabusa Aido [藍堂英] / Voiced by: Jun Fukuyama
Hanabusa Aido, nicknamed "Idol" by the Day Class girls, he along with his cousin Akatsuki Kain, Hanabusa Aido is known among the Night Class as "Kaname-sama's right hand" and has a fierce admiration for Kaname that borders on zealousness. Aido is a noble-class vampire and possesses the ability to conjure and control ice. Though he appears cheerful and friendly one moment, he can quickly become vindictive and cruel the next. Though loyal to Kaname, he has a tendency to overstep his boundaries, which results in Kaname punishing him if discovered. Aido figures out Zero is a vampire, though he keeps this information to himself without any hidden agenda.

Aido is not overtly fond of Yuki and dislikes the attention that Kaname gives her. He is temporarily troubled when he witnesses Kaname's killing of a fellow pureblood and runs away from the Moon Dormitory and imposes himself on Yuki and Zero. Agreeing with Yuki's assertion that he would remain loyal to Kaname even if betrayed by Kaname, he returns to the vampire's side. Aido has difficulty adjusting himself to referring to Yuki in a formal manner following the revelation of her true nature when he is appointed as one of her protectors.

Currently Aido joins the night class in protecting the day class students.

Akatsuki Kain [架院暁] / Voiced by: Junichi Suwabe
Akatsuki Kain is Aido's cousin and another one of "Kaname-sama's right hand". His laidback attitude and his association with Aido sees him get into trouble alongside his cousin. His nickname is "Wild", despite the fact he is actually mellower than Aido. He also refers to Kaname as their "gang leader"[3]. He is incredibly perceptive and is frequently sensitive to others' feelings, most particularly with Aido and Ruka's. He first suspected Zero of killing Shizuka, but almost instantly realized that was not what had happened. Kain seems to have feelings for Ruka. Kain's ability is the opposite of Aido's which is the ability to conjure and control fire.

He is last seen with Ruka Souen, fighting the vampires who are attacking the day class.

Ruka Souen [早園瑠佳] / Voiced by: Junko Minagawa
Ruka Souen is A female vampire popular with the Day Class students and one of those who are the most faithful and protective of Kaname. She seems to dislike Yuki because Kaname loves her. It was expressed in a flashback that even before she met Kaname, she had always had feelings for him to the extent of wanting to give him her blood. Although Ruka has strong feelings for Kaname, he does not reciprocate them. He only drank her blood one time to protect Yuki from his urge to bite her, and has since politely refused to drink it. She becomes upset with the fact that Kaname chose Yuki to be his lover, but finally accepts Yuki when she discovers Yuki is Kaname's pureblood sister. She even gives Aido shoes to give to Yuki to wear. She seems much more mature and level-headed now, recognizing the foolishness of her obsessive feelings for Kaname, though she still shows just as much dedication to him as before but with a new calmness.

Currently Ruka alongside Kain, works to defend the Day Class girls.

Senri Shiki [支葵千里] / Voiced by: Soichiro Hoshi
Senri Shiki is One of the youngest Night Class members. He works as a model with Rima Touya. When the Night Class is given orders to hunt down a level E vampire, Shiki is usually the one we see out hunting the level E vampires. He has a whip-like weapon which develops from his blood. His father is Rido Kuran, making him Kaname and Yuki's cousin, and his mother's uncle is part of the council. His mother was also a former actress, making the Shiki family well known. Shiki's body is currently possessed by his father's soul, who is supposed to be dead. Though possessed by Rido, Rido claims that having Shiki regain conscious is easier than he had let on. During his fight with Rima, Shiki awakened within himself and is seen trying to regain control.

After Rido's revival, he regained consciousness and after recalling the events that had taken place, apologizes to an unconscious Rima for letting Rido use his body and embraces her. He then protects Rima from a servant of Rido's. He carried Rima who is now conscious away from the building before it collapsed, seeing his father one last time before Rido's death.

Rima Touya [遠矢莉磨] / Voiced by: Eri Kitamura
Rima Touya is One of the youngest Night Class students. She works as a model alongside Senri Shiki. Her exact relationship with Shiki is unknown, though they are almost always seen together. She cares deeply for Shiki and possesses a personality similar to his. Rima possesses either lightning or electricity powers.

After suspecting Shiki has changed upon his return to school, she confronts Rido and tells him to leave Shiki's body since she can tell that he is not Shiki. She is wounded by Rido, but is saved by Takuma. She tries to convince Shiki to snap out of his state and calls him an idiot for letting Rido control him. Badly wounded, she is sent back to the Moon Dormitory by Takuma. Protected by Shiki, she later awakens and they are forced to leave because of the building's collapse.

Seiren [星煉, Seiren] / Voiced by: Risa Mizuno
Seiren is A student of the Night Class, she is Kaname's unofficial bodyguard. She is usually the first to defend Kaname from anyone she regards as a threat. She barely refrains from killing Zero when he threatens Kaname with the Bloody Rose.

Others

Headmaster Kaien Cross [黒主灰閻理事長] / Voiced by: Hozumi Goda
Headmaster Kaien Cross is Yuki's adoptive father, who also took Zero into his home for several years. Headmaster Cross dreams of peace between humans and vampires, and established the Night Class to promote understanding between the two races. Cross is shown to have a habit of provoking Zero and is eccentric in some ways, but he has a serious side as well. It is revealed in Chapter 27 that he is a former vampire hunter. He also seems to be close to Kaname, and knows Kaname's parents (both of whom are dead and founded the Cross Academy peace treaty), since he is indebted to them. He has always known that Yuki was a pureblood vampire, but chose not to reveal it.

In Chapter 39, it is revealed that his vampire hunter weapon appears to be some sort of a sword.

In Chapter 41, he refuses to kill any vampires and only intends to protect the Night Class who are protecting the day class. He also has no intention of letting the hunters have Yuki.

Ichiru Kiryu [錐生壱縷] / Voiced by: Mamoru Miyano
Ichiru Kiryu is Zero's younger twin brother. When they were younger, they were both taught by Toga Yagari to become vampire hunters. Ichiru, however did not seem to share Zero's natural ability and was often ill. Zero and Ichiru were very close as children, although later Ichiru claims to have hated Zero after overhearing that his parents preferred Zero over himself.

Shizuka let Ichiru drink her blood to strengthen him and cure his chronic ill health, although she did not turn him into a vampire and he remains a human. He now attends Cross Academy as a Day Class student by the orders of Shiki's father, Rido Kuran (and by Zero's permission). It appears Rido has promised Ichiru that he will kill those who killed Shizuka Hio, which is probably the main reason why Ichiru is working for Rido Kuran.

When Zero was locked up by the Vampire Hunters Association, Ichiru visits him and appears to have shot him due to hatred. However, it is revealed that Ichiru was terribly wounded because he tried to kill Rido, the person he was truly after because of his role in Shizuka's death. After he shoots his brother, he convinces Zero to drink his blood so they could finally become one as they were originally supposed to be. Ichiru stated that he was happy that he was not dead in Zero's heart and when they hug, he says that he feels comfortable to be in his arms, recalling a time when the brother's slept in the same bed often and were loved equally by their mother.

Toga Yagari [夜刈十牙] / Voiced by: Hiroki Yasumoto
Toga Yagari is The current top ranked vampire hunter, Toga Yagari, formerly trained Zero to be a vampire hunter. He lost his right eye trying to save Zero long ago. He showed up once at Cross Academy serving for a short while as a Day Class substitute teacher, also teaching Ethics to the Night Class, and to decide whether Zero is considered dangerous or not. He appears briefly in volume five, when he appears shocked about the Council of Ancient's decision to punish Zero. He also appears in the near end of chapter 36, giving the Bloody Rose to Zero. He joins Chairman Cross's side in protecting the Academy.

Yagari appears alongside the Chairman, and seem to be willing to help fight against Rido.

Shizuka Hio [緋桜閑] / Voiced by: Fumiko Orikasa
Shizuka Hio is The pureblood vampire who bit Zero; even her fellow vampires are uneasy around her. She is called "Madly Blooming Princess" by her fellow vampires. A manservant whom she loved (a former human vampire, falsely classified by the Hunter's Association as Level E) was assigned to be killed by a Kiryu vampire hunter. Enraged and vengeful, she attacked the Kiryu family, killed Zero and Ichiru's parents, turned Zero into a vampire, and took Zero's twin, Ichiru, in as a devoted servant. Shizuka's blood can prevent Zero from falling to Level E, and thus Yuki risked her life for Zero to be able to drink Shizuka's blood. However, to protect Yuki, Kaname kills Shizuka and drinks her blood, leaving only a small amount for Zero to drink. Unfortunately the blood was drunk by Ichiru who arrived at the scene first. Before dying, Shizuka warns Kaname that he will live in darkness and has summoned a sinister future for himself. She was Rido Kuran's fiancée, they never married due to his disappearance and finally her death.

Maria Kurenai [紅まり亜] / Voiced by: Mai Nakahara
Maria Kurenai is A very distant relative of Shizuka Hio. She allowed Shizuka to possess her in exchange for being allowed to drink Shizuka's blood, which would strengthen her sickly body. Due to Shizuka's untimely death, this promise was never fulfilled. Maria has returned to her family after the Shizuka incident, but has asked Yuki to tell Zero that if he sees Ichiru, to tell him Maria wants to see him again.

Asato Ichijo [一条麻遠]
Asato Ichijo is Takuma's grandfather and a member of the Vampire Council. He wanted to become Kaname's guardian after the death of Kaname's parents, but Kaname did not accept. He has allowed Takuma to attend Cross Academy for the purpose of spying on Kaname. His age and demeanor brings fear to many vampires, though Aido and Ruka openly confront him when Asato implies his desire to drink Kaname's blood. Many people call him Ichiō-sama (First Elder).

Rido Kuran [玖蘭李土]
Rido Kuran is a pureblood vampire, Senri Shiki's father, elder brother to Haruka and Juri Kuran. Shizuka Hio is his fiancée. According to Asato Ichijo, he is the true head of the Kuran family. Ten years ago, seeking to take the Kuran princess, Yuki- Rido killed his brother, Haruka. Kaname attempted to kill Rido, but found he was unable to and a triumphant Rido revealed that as the one who revived Kaname, he is Kaname's master[5]. Instead Kaname reduced Rido to the state where he required another pureblood vampire's blood in order to revive fully.

Secretly aided by the Ancient Vampire Council and the Hunters' Association, Rido manipulates events from the shadows by transferring his soul to other bodies and taking control. Rido possesses eyes of two different colors (crimson and blue), and when his soul is transferred to a different body, that body has eyes of two different colors. Rido's takes possession of his son's body and returns to Cross Academy. After a brief confrontation with Kaname and later Rima, Kaname gives his blood to Rido's body in order to restore Rido to his original body.

Ichiru reveals that Rido is the one who added Shizuka's ex-human lover to the list of Level E vampires to be liquidated by the Hunter's Association. Following his true body's revival, Rido's vampires sense his revival and begin to attack the school students, in order to capture prey for Rido to feed on. Ichiru attempts to kill Rido as revenge for Shizuka, but instead is mortally wounded by Rido. Rido attempts to compel Aido to feed upon him, but is thwarted by his niece. Seeing Yuki's resemblance to her mother, Rido changes his original desire from eating Yuki in order to gain power to instead taking Yuki as his lover as a replacement for Juri[6], who never wanted him. Rido's life comes to an end when he is defeated by Yuki and Zero.

Juri Kuran [玖蘭樹里]
Juri Kuran is Yuki's mother and a pureblood vampire who resembles an older version of Yuki. Juri was the wife and sister of Haruka Kuran. Ten years ago when Rido Kuran (her oldest sibling) appeared, she erased five years of Yuki's memories because she wanted her to live a normal human life at the cost of her own life. Headmaster Kaien Cross stated that he is in debt to her. Her last wish was for Kaname to look after Yuki. It is also revealed that she is the sister of Haruka Kuran and that it is not uncommon for pureblood vampires to marry their siblings.

Haruka Kuran [玖蘭悠]
Haruka Kuran is Yuki's father and a pureblood vampire. Haruka was killed by his older brother, Rido Kuran, in his attempt to stop Rido from killing Yuki ten years ago. He revealed that the Vampire Council is trying to use pure blooded vampires status and the powerful blood to serve itself. He is the brother and husband of Juri Kuran. Before his death, he hugged Kaname and said that as a loving father, he did not want his child to enter the fight. It was stated that Haruka had been alive for nearly 3000 years and has known Juri for almost as long.

Vampire Knight Official Site

Honey and Clover : Series Info

2008-10-05T00:00:00.001+08:00

As you can see from my email address, I'm a big fan of "Honey and Clover" anime. I thought I might as well re-organise all of the informations about this series from various websites since I have the time. Plus, since Anime Festival is coming soon, why not blog about anime for the next couple of weeks?

Honey and Clover does a brilliant job depicting daily life without making it boring. The anime isn’t as much about romance as it is about dealing with rejection, and the fear of rejection. The cast have real personalities, affected and often hindered by real emotions. To keep this show from being an angst-filled melodrama, the series keeps the raging emotions suppressed and maintains a cheerful atmosphere lightly layered with melancholic brooding. Despite strenuous circumstances, the characters maintain their sense of humor and refuse to relinquish their bright smiles. By the end of the series, it is hard not to relate with at least one character. It wouldn’t be surprising if you relate with all of them; they are just that human.

Hachikuro has received a lot of coverage from various anime magazines. Newtype seems to be very keen about the series. So far it has given its reader 2 two-page spread of the series in the past two months. Animage and Animedia seems to be interested as well although so far neither magazine has bothered to give a 2 page spread. That seems to be reserved for series such as Tsubasa, Eureka 7 and Sousei no Aquarion.

Promo Trailer

Original Manga
Original Title: 「ハチミツとクローバー」 (Hachimitsu to Clover)
Authored by: Umino Chika
Serialised in: Young You magazine

Broadcast information
Starting date: 14 April 2005
Station: Fuji TV
Animation Studio: J.C.Staff

Opening Theme
「ドラマチック」 (Dramatic)clip 1 clip 2
Performed by Yuki

Ending Theme
「ワルツ」 (Waltz)clip
Performed by SuneoHair

2nd Ending Theme
Mistake clip
Performed by The Band has No Name

Episodic Insert Songs
Episode 1 - 「ハチミツ」 (Hachimitsu)
Performed by Spitz
Episode 2 - 「８月のセレナーデ」 (Hachigatsu no Serenade)
Performed by Suga Shikao
Episode 3 - 「月とナイフ」 (Tsuki to Naifu)
Performed by Suga Shikao
Episode 4 - 「波光」 (Nami Hikari)
Performed by Suga Shikao
Episode 7 - 「多摩川」 (Tamagawa)
Performed by Spitz
Episode 10 - 「魚」 (Sakana)
Performed by Spitz
Episode 13 - 「そろそろいかなくちゃ」 (Sorosoro Ikanakucha)
Performed by Suga Shikao
Episode 14 - Y
Performed by Spitz
Episode 15 - 「夜を駆ける」 (Yoru wo Kakeru)
Performed by Spitz
Episode 18 - 「ユビキリ」 (Yubikiri)
Performed by Suga Shikao
Episode 19 - 「黄金の月」 (Ougon no Tsuki)
Performed by Suga Shikao
Episode 22 - 「月に帰る」 (Tsuki no Kaeru)
Performed by Spitz
Episode 23 - Room 201
Performed by Suga Shikao
Episode 24 - 「スピカ」 (Spica)
Performed by Spitz

Cast Lists
Takemoto Yuuta: Kamiya Hiroshi
Hanamoto Hagumi: Kudou Haruka
Morita Shinobu: Ueda Yuji
Yamada Ayumi: Takahashi Mikako
Mayama Takumi: Sugita Tomokazu
Hanamoto Shuuji: Fujiwara Keiji
Harada Rika: Oohara Sayaka
Morita Kaoru: Takewaka Takuma
Nomiya Takumi: Hamada Kenji
Yamazaki Kazushi: Tsuchida Hiroshi
Teshigawara Miwako: Neya Michiko

About the series
Takemoto Yuuta is a poor art college student sharing an apartment complex with other equally poor students, Mayama Takumi and Morita Shinobu. Because of their poverty, the guys often find it hard to get a decent meal on a day to day basis. Of all the three, Shinobu seems to be the only person who actually has a job. The thing is, no one in the apartment actually knows the kind of job that he does. An eventual meeting with a talented art prodigy called Hanamoto Hagumi makes the guys realise that they have no idea what kind of career they want after graduation. The series basically then follows these characters' ups and downs as well as their love life.

Literally translated as Honey and Clover, Hachimitsu to Clover was a winner of the 2003 Kodansha Manga Award. One of the things that makes the series good apart from its humour is the real life problems that the characters face on a day to day basis. It is fair to say that the problem of being a college student is pretty universal and applicable to almost everyone.

Gallery

Gay Aiken

2008-10-03T15:00:00.002+08:00

The American Idol runner-up, Clay Aiken is gay! He has finally admitted to his sexual orientation in the newest issue of People magazine!

I'm sure there will be many Aiken fans who don't approve of his lifestyle. But hey, give the man some credits for being honest about it. I can imagine how hard it is for him to come face to face with bigotry and hatred. That has got to be tough!

I have always rooted for you back then when you were one of the contestants in American Idol, and will continue to be. Way to go Clay, and baby Parker!

Anime Festival Asia - November 23 - 24, 2008

2008-10-01T15:00:00.001+08:00

Who's going? Wanna go with me? =D

Singapore Formula1 Grand Prix

2008-09-29T12:00:00.013+08:00

The first night race in history for F1 Grand Prix and it was held in Singapore! I couldn't be any more proud than being a Singaporean. From internet to newspaper, so many positive reviews on the way we organized the event. Even myself overhead some tourists giving thumbs up on how organize and smooth the way Singapore ran the event.

I arrived pretty late (about 4pm), to avoid being under the sun the whole day. It was a night of excitement for me, with adrenalin pumping through my veins.

Last night's race had so many accidents. The joker of the night, Felipe Massa who was ahead of rival Lewis Hamilton at the time after 15 laps, was given the green light to leave the pits but the fuel hose was still attached as he accelerated away, spraying petrol and knocking over one of the pit crew. This comical error had him dearly, who had to settle being 13th after the race.

It was a miserable night for Ferrari with defending world champion Kimi Raikkonen ramming his car into the barriers with just four laps left. At the grand prix itself, I saw so many Ferrari fans wearing the red color Ferrari Polo tee. I could imagine their disappointment.

I'm a fan of little Lewis Hamilton. Last night wasn't his best performance. He started off from 2nd place, after the the first accident, came in 8th place and from there slowly climbed back up to 6th, 4th and finally finished off the race coming in the 3rd place.

And who would have thought that Spain's Fernando Alonso, who started 15th on the grid after a mechanical problem in qualifying, won his first race in a year at the Singapore Grand Prix last night.

Managed to take some pictures and made it into a slide show. Enjoy!~

What a difference a day make
"The race is lost. You can't overtake here and I'm starting from 15th, so I will be going out just to lap the track, but it's over already."
Race winner Fernando Alonso, after his car developed mechanical problems during qualifying on Saturday night.

"Fantastic. The first podium of the season and the first victory. I can't believe it right now, I need a couple of days to realise that we could win a race this year..."
Alonso, after claiming his first win of the seaon last night.

Reports from today's newspaper
Foreigners vowed to return next year, charmed by what they had seen. Said Briton Simon Crosse, 44: "This is my first visit, and I've been overwhelmed. I've been to about 15 other Grands Prix, and this is the best. The night atmosphere, the organisation, it was just fantastic."

The sport's supremo, Bernie Ecclestone, called Singapore the "jewel in the crown of F1".

Writing in London's Sunday Times yesterday, columnist and former race driver Martin Brundle called the Republic a "world-class venue". Of night racing, he added, "all of the senses are heightened, and the atmosphere...was electrifying".

Said championship leader Lewis Hamilton: "The most impressive thing for me is what an amazing job they have done here in Singapore to prepare the circuit. I think they did a tremendous job."

DBSK 4th Korean Album

2008-09-27T20:00:00.015+08:00

Click to view "Mirotic" music video

Voted as 2008’s most anticipated group, Dong Bang Shin Ki (DBSK) has made a comeback with their 4th Korean album, after a 2-year break from "O" album! Successfully entering the Japanese market, after a year of extreme hardwork to top the Oricon charts, the boys had finally returned home to Korea. Over 300,000 copies of DBSK's new 4th album have been pre-ordered causing the official release date to be pushed back for two days to Sept 26, 2008.

“Mirotic” is the title track for DBSK from their new 4th album. Origins of the song are international. Danish songwriting team, Remee/Troelsen helped to write. The duo incidentially also had a hand in Boa’s new salaciously titled track, “Eat you up”. And Kenny Wormald, who has worked with Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera and Chris Brown will do the choreography.

The title is actually derived from the Chinese character or Hanja, “miro’ which means labyrinth and the English suffix “tic.”

I am totally in love with their new image. So drop dead gorgeous and handsome!!! Watch the music video and you'll know what I mean. *Drooling... ...

Mirotic - English Lyrics
From the start
You were sweet & simply attracted to me
You'd stay always like that
You said when you first walked up to me
All the possibilities opened up
Oh~
What is love? What!
Right now it is red ocean
I'm breaking my rules again
You know it's getting boring?
You do get hurt a little bit
It's all right oh~

Chorus
You want me, you've fallen for me
You're crazy for me
You can't break out, I got you~
Under my skin
You want me, you've fallen for me
You're crazy for me
You are my slave
I got you~
Under my skin
*Repeat chorus

It nests in your head
The sharp stare it's not me
My unmoving chrome heart
This is your choice
Oh~
Flowing through your veins running
Through you are millions of my crystal
Finally the end of the transformation
This must be love?
Oh~

*Repeat chorus 2x

Rap
With a single kiss
The day revitalizing
A powerful pull
The second kiss
It sent a blow to your heart and it feels hot
Yeah~ I have you
You know you got it
Yeah~

Come on! Come on!
I got you~
Under my skin
In your dreams
I order you under my magic spell
You want to do it again
I got you~
Under my skin
My devils ride
You now don't have a place to breathe
Let's have fun now that
I have you~
Under my skin

*Repeat chorus 2x

The Cuppy Cake Song

2008-09-27T01:00:00.001+08:00

The song below is dedicated to everyone in the family because all of you are so dear to me. This is taken from the cartoon "Strawberry Shortcake - The Cuppy Cake Song". The singer is a three-year old girl (dono how old is she by now) name Amy Castle.

Oktapodi

2008-09-25T15:00:00.006+08:00

This amazing video was done by some students, not from Pixar Studio. Frankly speaking, Pixar should hire them! The place that is featured in the animation is called Santorini, one of the Greek Island. One look at it and I could tell it's Santorini, cos of the architectures. I love Santorini!!! I was supposed to go there for a holiday this October? Oh well, something happened, and I ended up am not going anymore. Sob sob...

Anway, one word to describe the animation: BRILLIANT!~

Happy One Month Anniversary

2008-09-24T12:00:00.004+08:00

This video is 2 days late, well... cos of something you did piss me off (you know what it was).

Better to be late than never right? Choose this song for you by my favourite Korean boy band. Audi Korea and Audi Taiwan both have this song but it is in Korean version. This song has 4 versions!!! Chinese, English, Japanese and Korean. If only Audi PH has it too. Still, I just wanna say to you...

HAPPY 1 MONTH ANNIVERSARY FOR BEING MARRIED BABY!!!

DBSK - HUG (English Version)

Once I say I love you
I think you would be gone
Oh baby
Cause we're too young to love
So I can say later on
Hold you in my arms
But I will be waiting for you
To say you want me to be with you
I'll live in your love in your dream forever, and ever. Oh~

Whenever you look in my eyes
There are so many smiles and tears
I was born to love feel so deep inside
If you need me I'll be your man
I'll be your man~
Whenever you look in my eyes
I don't want to show you my love
I'll make up my mind make your dreams come true
Nobody can stop me to say
I love you~

How can I ask you girl
Still I'm looking for other words
Oh baby~
Since love seems to make me blind
I try to find all day long
But I can't at all

We talk on the phone every night
And so came closer day by day
I touch you and kiss you then hold you
To feel but in dream

Whenever you look in my eyes
There are so many smiles and tears
I was born to love feel so deep inside
If you need me I'll be your man
I'll be your man~
Whenever you look in my eyes
I don't want to show you my love
I'll make up my mind make your dreams come true
Nobody can stop me to say
I love you~

In my arms, in my soul
I want to hold you baby
You don't know how much I love you
Do you baby
Like the sun rising up
I can't stop loving you
Can't hold back any more

Whenever you look in my eyes
There are so many smiles and tears
I was born to love feel so deep inside
If you need me I'll be your man
I'll be your man~
Whenever you look in my eyes
I don't want to show you my love
I'll make up my mind make your dreams come true
Nobody can stop me to say
I love you~

The Muppets - Mahna Mahna

2008-09-24T00:00:00.005+08:00

I was looking at Favourites Folder in my YouTube account and came across this old video. When I first saw this video more than a year ago, boy was I addicted to it. I kept on replaying the video again and again, and the music kept on playing in my mind. Taken from "The Muppets - Mahna Mahna".

"mahna mahna, du du du du du..."

3D Of Singapore Grand Prix Race Track

2008-09-23T00:00:00.009+08:00

History will be made at the Singapore Grand Prix when the first Formula One is held at night, providing a new dimension and challenge for racers. It is also the first city circuit in Asia. I have been waiting for the event since 3 months ago when I first bought the tickets. I do not remember how much it cost exactly, should be around S$280 for each ticket.

For those of you who are not able to participate in this event, click on the link below for a 3D walk-through on the street circuit. Enjoy!~

History will be made at the Singapore Grand Prix when the first Formula One is held at night, providing a new dimension and challenge for racers.

Hanky Panky

2008-09-22T12:00:00.010+08:00

The picture below seems like a normal picture of a building right? Wrong!

Someone decided to zoom in the picture and guess what is being discovered?

Can you see it yet? Let's zoom in a bit more...

and more!

This is why you should never have sex openly, thinking that you would not be seen! You just never know when there is a camera around somewhere...
Hahahaha...

Urban Jazz Crossover

2008-09-21T15:00:00.013+08:00

quasimode Official Website
quasimode Official Website (English)

As part of the Grand Prix event, which will be starting next weekend in Singapore, the Singapore River is having "The Singapore River Festival 2008, 19 - 28 September".

Spanning a range of jazz notations and set amid the backdrop of the stunning skyline of Clark Quay, Urban Jazz Crossover promises soulful orchestration of artists, and features one of Japan's most talented jazz connoisseurs, quasimode.

The night started with Cosa Nostra and followed by Azzucar, with each performance lasted for an hour. The first performance was a mixture of Cuban and Salsa, whereas Azzucar delivered smooth tempo music that you would get when at a chillout bar or lounge.

Last to perform was the one I had been waiting for the whole night, quasimode. They delivered a two-hour performance. As expected, a highly energetic showcase of jazz from the Land of the Rising Sun where magical freedom awaits ended my night with me sitting there, totally mesmerized by their performances. My favourite is the bassist. He is so handsome and last night he was so cool!!!

I was there since 8:00pm where the event started and it ended at 12:15am. Nice dinner with wine, great music varies from chillout, salsa and urban jazz by the river. C'est la vie!~

The New M2M?

2008-09-20T00:00:00.007+08:00

Remember M2M? One blonde and one brunette, both really pretty with sweet voice? Look out for Karmina, a sisters band who were featured in the latest episode of 90210 with the song "The Kiss".

I've inserted MTVS of both bands for your comparisons.

So guys, blonde or brunette?

M2M - Pretty Boy

Karmina - The Kiss

Danny and Jimmy Choo on CNN

2008-09-19T16:54:00.006+08:00

Danny Choo, son of Jimmy Choo who is the shoe designer of stilettos that easily cost US$800 for a pair. I've always wanted to own one but the price is kind of *gulp... The most expensive pair of heels I had paid for cost me US$500 and already made me feel sinful.

Back to the Danny topic. After looking at the video, I was like "This guy rocks!" I would never expect Danny to be this goofy. Way to go Stormtrooper!~

Photo Of The Day

2008-09-18T12:45:00.006+08:00

I'm a flying jumong??? WTF!!!
DON'T LET ME CATCH YOU GUYS MAKING ME THE JOKE OF THE DAY AFTER SEEING THIS OK!!!
HMPH!~

E-Lover By Stephanie Sun

2008-09-17T23:50:00.006+08:00

This song is dedicated to all online lovers out there! I'm not a professional translater so try not to be picky yah >.<

雨天想著我們不曾碰面望著你的照片
Raining, thinking of we have not met before while looking at your photo
你問我台北好嗎? London陰著天
You asked me how's Taipei? London is cloudy
兩個城市雨綿綿
2 cities followed by rain
深夜收到你的生日卡片
Late at night, received a birthday e-card from you
E-mail祝福信箋
Blessings via email
問侯裡夾藏釵淺淺的思念
In the greeting, filled with missing thoughts
就是不見真實愛戀
Somehow feel the love's unrealistic
等你說 I love you
Waiting for you to say I love you
互動的心再遠也能感應
The interaction of both hearts, is strong even though are far apart
指尖一遍一遍說著想愛的心
Finger tips keep talking about the hearts in love
雖然害怕一樣相信
Though scared, but still believe
寧原用時間讓證明
Rather let time to prove everything
Don't you know I love
Don't you know I love
愛我請試著瘋狂一些
If you love me, please try to be crazier
不聽不管不問就算是種危險
Even if refused to listen, care or ask is a kind of danger
不再害怕裡足不前
Not afraid of not moving forward anymore
愛個人就該相信直覺
If you love someone, believe in your intuition
請相信直覺
Please believe in your intuition

Insomnia And Fed Up With Blog Making

2008-09-17T11:50:00.005+08:00

Mentioned to Kalel about making a family blog.Said goodbye to him at 2:45am and ended up waking up at 4:30am after I had failed to fall asleep again for the second time this week. I hate the fact that I suffer from insomnia. Why can't my body just go to sleep when it needs some rest? So I decided to start working on our family blog and oh man, it took me hours to figure it out and came up with this current result. Anyway, I'm opened to feedback but kindly bear in mind that I am not an expert and prior to this, I have never touched html or java script at all. So do give me some credits as a beginner lol...

Hope all of you like what I did so far and time for me to rest my brain. Nope, if you are thinking that I'm going to bed then you are so wrong. I am just going to do some other stuff, taking a break from this web thingy.

LOVE ALL OF YOU, MY ECCHI FAMILY!
PEACE!

Our Very Own Blog!

2008-09-17T04:37:00.003+08:00

First we created the family. Next we raised den and bought the rest house, clock, sun, and the information board. So how can we not have our very own family blog?

I sincerely wish our family will stay united forever and that everyone in this family knows that we are not alone cos we have one another to care and look out for. I love you, Ecchis!