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Anime Central Update
A quick update before I lose myself in another game.
Which series grabbed you from the start?
An oldie but a goodie, and I'm pretty sure I haven't posted it here before (*crosses fingers*). What it really makes me curious about, though, is why we keep watching anime that don't grab us from the start. Some of the most rewarding shows I've seen didn't do much to capture me until they were practically over. But when I think back to them and how awesome they ended up being, I still have a hard time remembering what kept me going early on.
Thread of the Week
Sorry for the lateness with this one, guys. I've been moving house for my parents and I'm moving my own house in two weeks' time. So there's no home internet set up and it's all quite hectic at the moment!
Yet there's still time for some notable threads at OB. 
Rate the Avatar/Signature Above You
New member boothten has started a campaign to reinvigorate the Art Studio forum. And he's begun with the above thread, which is pretty self-explanatory.
We've had a thread like this before, but they are always popular. And they're a great opportunity to show off your signature (especially if you have a shiny new one).
I'm sure you will see more Art Studio-specific updates appearing shortly!
Thread of the Week
Another week, another thread. Or two.
So, what exactly makes a nerd? Are you a nerd? Does being called a nerd offend you?
It's the age old debate and it remains suitably crazy.
Which anime deaths have really affected you? It's quite amazing how an animated show (or movie) can actually be highly emotional - just as emotional as any live action film.
Anime Central Update
Yep, it's been a while. I'd like to say I got Geass'd into forgetting, but... anyway, here's a quick roundup.
My Mama Always Told Me Stupid is as Stupid Does...
Cryptic title, amusing thread. Encounters with anime-bashing in all its forms are old hat for many fans, but the article discussed here comes equipped with its own special brand of willful ignorance. Well, I got a kick out of it, at any rate. On a not entirely unrelated note...
Hey, look, the conversation's already turned to tentacles!
Death Note Movie (live action) has been given a limited theater release in May 2008.
Anyone planning on trying to see this? Personally, I dunno--I love Death Note and all, but somehow I always got the sense that the trailers alone would be more than enough to satisfy me in the live-action (plus CG Ryuk) department. I suppose I'll see if the promo that's supposed to run in front of Iron Man does anything extra to really inspire me.
Thread of the Week
I just had to start with this:
I think this is quite possibly our first actual theme song. Pretty unique stuff. 
I have very little experience with this. When I was in Primary (Elementary) School, I knew a kid who had a tabletop game involving a Dungeon Master and other players (although it wasn't Dungeons & Dragons or anything - I totally forget the name!)
It was pretty cool, although I haven't tried anything like this since. How many of you are tabletop gamers? And what is your favourite tabletop game? 
