"The only vagina a Star-Wars geek will ever see in his life is his mom's"
- Triumph the Critic Dog.
I laugh everytime I remember that quote. I love science fiction movies, and I also enjoy reading. The novels that I like aren't like those Encyclopedia-thick books that Siew Li brings to class for show(-off), but rather pages below 1000 but still much more interesting. I love fictions, like chick romance, fantasy, and most of all sci-fi. Does that make me a Super Geek? Hmmm..., well anyway, I've finally finished reading my Star Wars Republic Commando : HARD CONTACT, and am ready to write a review on it.
I love this book. For only RM32.90 at MPH, it's damn worth the cash.
The story takes right after Episode II: Attack Of The Clones. It revolves around 4 special clone commando's and a padawan Jedi called Etain. The commando's (Niner, Fi, Atin and Darman) are only 10 years old each, but with accalerated growth look like young 20's. Niner, Fi, Atin and Darman are all sole survivors of their previous Squads. Each with the haunt of losing all their brothers(they have trained with them since they were born) and being the only survivor, the Kaminoians placed these 4 together to form the OMEGA squad.
Niner is their serious leader. Fi is a joke cracking ass who's inconsiderate at times, and Atin's a very silent bad-ass commando. He's hobby is collecting scars, rejecting bacta spray so that the scar will remain. The fourth commando is Darman, but I'll talk about him later.
On a flight mission in the farm planet Qiilura to stop a deadly nanovirus project, their ship was shot down. Fi and Atin jumped out first, but Niner stayed back on the ship while it was crashing, barking orders at Darman to abandon the equipment and bail out. Darman refused, saying the equipment was vital for their mission. He pushed Niner out of the cock pit first and heard one last profanity from Niner untul he was out of sight. After getting all the equipment he could hold, Darman jumped out of the ship just in time, and blacked out. Here's where our story begins.
I liked this book so much was because it revealed so much of the enclosed world of the Clones which Lucas did not show in the movies. Sure, they have cool armor and equipment, but we don't really know how they're bred, trained, and feel, do we? This book does it all.
My favourite part is when Darman first meets up with Etain. He was fascinated by his first encounter with a female human, and the description of it was just amazing. Taking a paragraph from the book:
Etain leaned closer. "Clones?" Darman nodded. "I'm a clone. The whole Grand Army is composed of clones, millions of us, all commanded by Jedi Generals."
Her face was a study of blank surprise. It was also fascinating in a way he could'nt define. He had never seen a human female this close. This real. He was astonished by the dappling of small brown dots across the bridge of her nose and cheeks, and the different strands of colors in her long, unkempt hair- light browns, golds, even reds. And she was as thin as the locals. He could see blue veins at the back of her hands, and she smelled different from anyone he's even shared space with. He wasn't sure if she was pretty or downright ugly. He just knew she was utterly alien and utterly fascinating.
A clone's life is sad. From the day they were born from their fake woumbs, they had to go through hazardous training every second of their lives. Most died before they even reached the battlefield. A clone who was tested for a non 20/20 vision was never seen again. A clone who missed more than 2 shots on target practice was never seen again. A clone who asked questions was never seen again. It's a sad life. And they're bred to die. Bred to kill. And bred to live for only 20 years. They die by two ways: Killed in battle, or killed by their masters once old and weak.
Definitely a fascinating book to read. I finished it in about 3 days. 300 pages long, small fonts.
Go get it.
Another one you should read is The Hobbit. If LOTR is too long and draggy for your tastes, this is probably a better read.
I also like reading true novels written by ex-US soldiers from the frontlines. They tell how these things are done the dirty way.
On a totally different note, a Christian friend of mine has said that the way their religion is spreading its influence on the youth these days are through the young media like rock bands and stuff.
"Jesus is cool, dawg." - Hip hop Christian friend of mine
Bands like Planet Shakers are a perfect way of reaching out to the youngsters. I'm not a christian, but I must say their songs are quite good. Cut the lyrics, but the melody is just nice. Sentimental. I think that their geniuses. Keep up with the times, if you wanna stay in the game.
What's next, rapper priests?
Or rapper gangsta buddhist monks.
"Yo dawg. Amitaba your shawty(gf) outta my sight. I'm still a virgin, ya see? No need no dirty temptations. I need tuh keep muh street cred in favuh with them celestial beings from above if i wanna be high high up. And I don't mean drugs, dawg. Amitaba, players."
6.09am:Strange. This isn't something I usually do. But I've been reading the Star Wars novel I just bought last night all the way will 6am(it's really interesting. Might write a review on it soon. Maybe later in the afternoon.)so I cant exactly go to sleep now. I mean, why waste a perfectly good time to blog? I remember during the end year holidays of 2004, I never slept and would play the PC all the way till 5am, in which I'd then start blogging the day's entry. Then maybe an hours nap in the afternoon, and back to more activities for me.
That would explain the dark shadows under my eyes.
Did a silly quiz(as shown above) from MYC's blog for sheer entertainment. Decided to post the results...something very rare of me. Alright, I think I'll hit the showers now. Dreadful Sunday has started. I hate Sundays.
9:46pm:
HATE HATE HATE SUNDAYS. SCHOOL TOMORROW. BAH.
Nothing to blog about, and i can't write a rewview on the book yet as I'm still reading it. Some people have taken to using my blog to advertise their stuff. No, not spammers, just friends. Like Zak(points to my tagboard) with his new handphone. Those with his number please send an sms to him because he lost all his contacts.
Next up, Aaron Yap is selling second-hand handphones. If you're interested, please contact him at steo_862@hotmail.com. His moto is "cheap, cheap, veli the cheap."
Sean Lee is also selling any anime you want. Here's how it works. 8 episodes into one cd, for the price of only RM20. He's motto is "Sick of buying stupid quality's from 'original' shops? Tired of the lagg from downloading? Don't waste your bandwith! Call me NOW!" you can contact him at seanlee371@hotmail.com.
As for those that are voming for Amanda's party, please note that u should pass RM10 to Zakwan as a contribution to funds for the party. And those that are helping out with the potluck section, PLEASE make sure you cook it! Party starts at 7pm at saufi's house.
Hmm...maybe I should open up a classified's section. =/
I hate blogging in Saturdays. I just hate it. But...there're pics to be shared, and things to be said, so even after a mind numbing 4 hours at the the SS15 Cyber Cafe's, I'm back home, and back in front of a computer. Again.
Yesterday was the YE party for the Japanese students. It was held at June's new house in Ara Damansara. Really nice house and beautiful place. Zak's bro Shah was able to fetch us there, though we were a little lost most of the way. I wonder if he made it home after droppping us off...
June brought us into the kitchen, where the Japanese students were making Japanese rice. =)
They don't speak much english. In fact, not at all. It was hard communicating with them, but we used hand signals and single simple words like 'food' and 'vegetarian'.
Heh.
The only Jap guy. I couldnt help but notice that he had eye liner on.
Malaysians. Jia Jun damn cute hor?
Dont ask. He's just damn huggable.
June's dog Spots.
It's just adorable! I had to keep playing with it.
The Japanese rice the girls were making.
Very tasty! Itaka-timas!
I wonder what's with the "PEACE" sign.
In Rome, do as the Romans do. Peace.
AwWwwWWw....it's only 3 months old.
Zakhren. hmm...what's he up to now?
Vanilla Sabrina.
Sorry. Making it a fast entry. So I can't say much...many reasons.
I'm part of the organizers for Amanda's farewell party. There're phone calls coming from Zakwan about our budget, and essay sms's from manda's mom asking how things are going, an I have to make sure that the people who are contributing food for that night actually do it.
It was rather hurting when Saufi told me Khe Chun and some of the chinese girls didn not like me being around. So...I guess I've ran out of people to talk to...and decided to just spill out a little.
Basically, most of the chinese people in my class don't like me. I'm sorry if I cant be as entertaining as Boon Heng, Nima, or any other guy in our class. I'm sorry if I cant be as joyful as you guys, because i dont seem to be liked by you guys, and that just makes me sad and lonely.
I'm sorry if I sit by myself at times and cry, because there are times when I feel so distant from you all that I can't bear it anymore.
I have feelings. And if you're not going to care, at least please let me have a small moment to leak out a few tears.
I wished to be back in form 3. There, at least I could mix around with people. But I cant in this class. Colin ben and boon are just one trio and move away when I try to be near. She just doesnt want anything to do with me. The chinese girls think I'm not as entertaining as the others, and dont bother about me. They even dislike me.
I'm so depressed. I've tried to mix along, but it doesnt seem that I can fit in with them.
I hate myself. I hate myself for liking her so much. I hate myself for being so emotional and angry at the slightest thing. I hate being lame. I hate losing my post in LEO to some form 3 girl out of nowhere. I hate it now that I'm no longer very involved in the club. I hate it that they didn't even consider me when Jonathan quit his post. I hate it that I myself know Boon Heng is a darn nice fellow who's friendly and joyful, everything I'm not. I hate it that because of this, I'm afraid of him too. I hate it that I can't put the fact of him being close to Amanda aside and be friends with him normally. I hate the fact that Amanda's such a nice person, and everyone seems to be able to get near her, except me who would get nervous and scared when she talks to me. I hate the fact that I stammer so much when its just one sentence that i have to say to her. I hate it that I'm so mesmerized by the way she looks when waiting for me to finish my stupid sentence. I hate the fact that she's so beautiful.
I hate it. I'm giving people advices and help at times, yet when it seems im down, there are very few around.
Loneliness isn't bliss. It's torture, and my heart is breaking.
Talking to Amanda last night reminded me that we would be surprising our class teacher, Puan Christina, with a birthday cake(Blackforest. My fav next to Cheesecake).
My blogging instincts told me that this would be a great opportunity not to miss, so I decided to bring my camera along and take some snapshots of my school
Enjoy:
the dotards: Rooben, Marcyus and Sean discussing noob tactics.
Heheh. Best of friends. Poh Nee, Elaine, Pei Yi and Shereen. These 4 are always seen together.
Zak, the contributor for my last entry. Well, 'HIS' entry.
Nimalan, and behind him is Saufi and Adi.
Hijaz and Saufi sharing a laugh while Jo looks on.(sorry no naughty comments today. am tired)
something tells me this is going to Saufi's msn display picture.
saufi and zakhwan
just a snapshot of my classmates. This isn't my class though. We're a floating class, which means our lessons are held in other classes.
just more snapshots. I can recognize Jamie by her hair on the lower right.
Misliah, our BM teacher. We'll celebrate your birthday next year k, teacher?
Jo, Hijaz and Saufi.
top: Julianna, Hui Yin and Khe Chun
some of the chinese boys
colin and ben
Puan Christina's class was to be held in the lab, so we all rushed there before she did, so that we could present the cake.
In the lab
Colin, Ben's back, and Boon Heng. Like pei yi and the rest, these 3 are also always together.
Jamie, Hijaz, Colin and Saufi. Behind is Adi. heh Heh.
added on: khe chun, julianna, and Adi(behind hijaz and colin)
Khe Chun and Jamie
Hui Yin, Khe Chun, Amanda and Jamie. Fooling behind is Zakhwan while Hijaz laughs.
4 girls: Hui Yin, Khe Chun, Amanda and Jamie
4 guys: Zakhwan, Saufi, Colin and Hijaz
Probably the female version of Ooi Hong, Ben and Boon. The inseparable trio.
Jo and Amanda.
Another retake. I still don't understand why girls are never happy with their pics.
Oh. I'm not sure if Amanda reads this blog, but, if YOU do, here's the pic you requested, manda. Click here for it
Puan Christina with her cake. Most of the surprise moments were captured on video, so I can't post it on this here bloggy.
The cake Amanda bought. The whole class pooled on RM2 each, which came up to about Rm80.
She was very happy.
Yay, finally a good pic of Adi. That ribbon is the cake's...
Hijaz, Amelia and Saufi
Not a good pic, but it looks funny so I posted it anyway.
Another crappy shot. Amanda, Boon Heng and half of either Jo or Vei Vern
Want some cake?
The class of 4 Sigmas are savage. Look how they brutalized the poor cake! The funny thing was, on that day, Puan Christina was on a liquid diet! Haha.
Heh Heh. They asked me to take a pic of them feeding each other.
Hmm...let's see. Judging from her skin color, this is probably Vei Vern.
Another inseparable duo of our class. Amanda and Li Ching.
Amanda and Puan Christina
I like this picture. My dad has taught me on taking pictures from a slanted angle, and this is the result you'd get. Very nice, eh?
We're gonna take a class picture. This one's just a test shot.
The class of 4 Sigma. Everyone's here. Definitely going into our Senior Page next year, this pictures.
I used very high quality shots for the class pics, so you can view the full quality pics by clicking on pic1 and pic2.
Our class's favourite game of "throw 3 chalks on the board and see who has to play a game"
I cropped this pic out of request from some people. I don't know why, but this angle gives me some weird...uh...look.
The next lesson had no teacher, so I went to visit 4 Beta for more pictures.
And I was lucky enough to get this pic. Albert and Nabilah together!?!?
No la. It's Aaron Yap with his new haircut. That donkey on top of his head is called 'Dahlia', according to Fern(the one holding it).
BWAHAHAHA the first thought I had for this pic was: A donkey on a patch of black grass. BWAHAHAHAHAAA.
"I want my hair back..."
"Why? It looks so cute!!!"
Awwwwwww....touching.
Michelle sleeping. She just opened her eyes as I took this shot.
Fernleaf Milk.
Pic of the day:
Our LEO Ye students from Japan. Poor thing, they were sitting alone. I decided to ask them for a pic. We'll be seeing them at June's party this friday. Can't wait!
Hi! Luzzio is too lazy to post... yah so he sent me to do the work... well umm... what should I talk about eh? Well i started studying recently! Ya'all should start too! Don't be lazy!...
Well that was boring... I guess i'll post my recent photoshop editings! Luz i know you want one... but give me a clearer pic. Maybe I lend you my cam and take a nice evil one eh?
Well I made the background on a pic of me white and Luz said I looked like an angel. Now I was just messing around but this came out :
Wakakakaa!... Cool eh? This was actually a form 3 pic taken after/before a Leo meeting. I took out the ahem... hair cuz who want a hairy angel eh?...What's so funny? Like you dont have hair... lol... Well I like it. Now don't you all get all religious on me now. It was just for FUN.
this is luzzio editing. when zak said he took out his hair, he meant the armpit hair. notice how clean shaved it is? ha! i'll post the original pic tomorrow.
Well after I made this I got a request from Fern to do an evil one of her bf, Leon. Aha! I got some ideas and well take a look! :
AHA! Nice no? I changed the shirt, nametag, wristband and all! Weee~ Elven writing too! I hear it's good. You can comment on it over at that buttun at the bottom of this post. Constructive critisism is good.
I guess if you guys want one I could try make one? If I have time anyway... And if i'm not too lazy at the time. I'll take it up as a challenge! lol...
Well I guess that's all for now... Kinda strange posting an entree on someone elses blog... Well I dont have my own. Start one? I dont think I could keep up with it... Well this is prolly my only post on this blog. So i'm showing of my work here haha.
Maybe can give me a thumbs up for my work eh?
Guess that's it for now!
MY pic of the day!! :
Be afraid~... And also follow my zombie's advice! Smile!! =D
Sorry for the pun, but I seriously couldn't help it. Heh heh.
I don't know. I just felt like posting about it. The way the characters find out about their supernatural powers was lame, the way Doctor Doom dies is lame(frozen stiff. hahahah?), and how they've copied so many things from other Marvel hero movies is lame.
I'd have more fun looking at a picture of myself for 1 and a half hours. Add manda and it'd be 5 hours.
=) tmr's a monday. back to school. and sorry for the short post. just felt like saying something...
Pic of the day:
I'm such a lazy arse these days. I've not updated my sister's blog for 3 days. I've not worked on Amanda's Project for a week, and my ratio of eating to excercising is 10:0
For once, I think my blog will be used to help people.
Alright, to those that play in The Blue Server, you've probably heard that MegaBlue has violated some rule and the sponsor has revoked him right? Well, that's utter bullshit. Someone had hacked into the Blue Server.
Now, MegaBlue has a much better server. You can stop playing at the fake server which has a latency of 355-1000. The new server, has only a latency of 26. Nice? I think so too.
Now, a clan only requires a 6 people to create one. Better yet, you can now have a maximum number of 100 people in your friends list! W00t!
So go to http://theblueserver.hopto.org NOW! And download. You don't have to create an account in the website. Once you've entered the Blue Server,(which loads damn fast) you can create an account from there!
As ironic as it is, Boon Heng's comment actually brought me down to tears. Something about him makes me feel inferior, me being the immature, un-understanding and hot tempered side. While him, the calm, gentle, and caring one. Yeah, he's liked by people for a good reason I guess.
...it just sucks when you can't get near to the person you like, while somebody can just easily do it.
It's like no matter what I do, no matter how hard I try...I just can't do it.
No flamer on this comment board will probably hurt me more than his comment...i mean, sure, he didn't say anything nasty, but...just his honesty itself shows. That I'm the one in the wrong.
Tears falling as I type this.
Interact Installation today. Almost all the clubs(32 according to someone) around Selangor(and possibly other states) were having their Installation at the same day, so attendance was very small. I didn't even see any BOD's from other schools, except little kids. Nothing much to say...so I'll just post pics.
Pei Yi and Jia Le look very beautiful in this picture. And the sunlight gives it that nice touch.
A more candid shot.
I have no idea how this pic came about. They were probably toing with it when I wasn't looking.
Li Ming gives his last speech as the President of SMKSU Interact.
There're lots of empty seats.
Cass.
I don't know why I took this pics while resting on my bed. Just...felt like it.
...it's just that when that special someone you like doesn't think much of you, the whole world feels gloomy. Everyone's a threat. And you feel alone.
The original title I wanted to use was not Harry Potterism but Harry Pottism. The latter sounded vulgar though, so I changed it.
Anyway, after reading the 6th Book(which is presently being borrowed by Ooi Hong), I can't stop thinking about the magical world of Harry Potter!
Mugglenet is a GREAT webpage to check out if you've got a thirst for more Harry Potterism/Pottism to quench. THe best part of it would be their compilation of wallpapers. Here're my few personal fav's. You can click on them to see a larger view. Slow connections might lag abit.
Disclaimer: These wallpapers do not belong to me, but were found from www.mugglenet.com. All rights belong to them, not me.
My favourite one(which is also the one i'm using) is the left cornered one on the lowest lane. Dumbledore's Army...w00t.
I'm going crazy over The Boy Who Lived at the moment. Been visiting a few fan websites...and...uh...I have to say, alot of writers out there seem to like the idea of Draco and Ginny being together.
I was really planning to have a bitch long entry, but Derek, Saufi and a few others are flooding my MSN. Bye.
