R2 Preparation Week-Day 2

I was going to hit the highlights of Geass S1. I still am, I'm just contemplating on how to do it. So, instead, I guess I'll post my hopes and expectations for R2!

First off, I hope for a lot of character development to occur. That might be a little too much to hope for, with how big the cast has gotten. Not only do we have the remaining original cast, but now we have Rollo, Li, and the Knights of the Rounds to tend with. I'm sure some of the newer characters are going to be canon fodder; some of the original cast as well. Still, I really hope to see the side characters fleshed out more. This goes for the main characters, as well, but we all know how much I like the side characters. ^_^

Next, I'm interested in how the Black Knights will get back together. From what I've heard, Ohgi and Tamaki are still loyal to Zero. Chiba doesn't sound like she is, Tohdoh could probably care less, and I have no idea on Minami or Sugiyama. The latter I'm inclined to believe will have the most reluctance, if he decides to stay at all, after what happened to Inoue. (Ah! I hope he stays! If anything, Sugi's good to look at.) I'm hoping that there will be a big jailbreak scene where Zero comes in, frees the Knights, and gives one of his speeches.

Time for relationships! Yeah, everyone seems divided between Lulu/C.C. or Lulu/Kallen. Both pairings have their strengths and weaknesses. Personally, I like both of them; but I think Lulu/Kallen could be the one we end up with. It sounds more plausible, as long as Lelouch manages to survive. Suzaku, I'm not so sure about. If he manages to hook up with one of the KOR girls, then fine. I'm really hoping that Ohgi and Villetta manage to rekindle their relationship. I still think they were cute together. If Villetta gets over her lust for status and her prejudice, I think it can work out. Of course, my favorite pairing is Lloyd/Cecile, but I'm starting to get skeptical of it. He's engaged to Milly (Though it's more like he got engaged to Ganymede and she was a bonus! XD), and she has some sort of hang-up over someone that she's using Suzaku as a replacement for. Not to mention that both their seiyuu have stated that there isn't any romance between them. If Milly doesn't marry Lloyd, I want her to end up with Rivalz. The kid deserves some sort of happiness. And I hope that we see some Cornelia/Guilford. I think they make a great Princess/Knight pairing, as well as battle partners.

I hope that the situation with Rollo manages to end quickly. I'm still giving him the benefit of a doubt; but from what I've heard about him in the Lost Colors game, he could have a link to V.V. I kind of wonder if he is V.V. taking on a male form of Nunnally. It's just too strange for Lelouch to suddenly have a brother that looks like Nunnally. I still call "Mad Sprict" on the situation!

Orange-kun, I don't really care about. He served his purpose, and isn't even human anymore. Though if he were still around, I wouldn't mind more orange abuse.

Now, what about Schneizel? I've said many times that I think he's Akio Ohtori v2.0. He might act like a gentleman, but he has this aura that screams "I'm evil.". At the same time, I wouldn't be surprised if he really is a good guy. He can go one of two ways. Still, I don't really trust him.

And now for miscellaneous stuff. I hope that someone managed to straighten Nina out somehow. (No pun intended!) She's researching for Schneizel, and that gets me worried. I don't think it'll be too much of a loss if she did bite it, though. Yeah, I feel for her; but it might be for the best. Shirley, I think, still needs to grow up. Now that I think about it, I think I would like to see her get with Suzaku in the end. All I know is that I don't want her to end up with Lulu. She's too much of a thorn in his side. Diethard and Rakshata, I'd like to see more of them. Diethard needs to survive in order to show the world Zero's greatness. Rakshata, on the other hand, I'm interested in seeing what happened between her, Lloyd, and Cecile.

And speaking of Lloyd and Cecile, I'm interested in how their relationship with Suzaku will fare; since they're actually working for him, now. I'm sure Cecile will be worrying over him constantly; while Lloyd goes about business as usual. I would like to see more of Lloyd in his "subdued" mode, like in 25 when he's talking with Cecile when she's suiting up. And I would like to see him lose his cool, somehow. I still think it would be epic if he punched Suzaku. Still, I'm sure we'll see his "facade of indifference" fail him. (Hey, it worked with Tieria in G00!)

R2 Preparation Week-Day 1

Okay! Welcome to R2 Preparation Week! I know, I know. I mentioned some of the highlights of what I'll be doing this week, last night. One thing that I didn't mention was that I'm going to join some CG-related fanlistings. I'm in the process of doing that now. There's just so many sites to remember, coding, etc! Damn my fangirlish loyalty! I'm also thinking of changing my icon, soon. I have some nice Lloyd-related ones, but I don't know which to choose! Maybe I should split the difference and find a good one of Cecile.

I'm not really sure how many times I plan to update, during the week. I know I have three major topics to address:

-Go over S1, again (Just hit the highlights.)
-My hopes/expectations for R2 (What I'd like to see happen, but probably won't.)
-What I hope doesn't happen (And what probably will.)

I'm also considering doing what I did to celebrate 24/25. Only this time, instead of actual oranges, I'm thinking of buying some citrus-flavored wine coolers. That one I had at New Year's was pretty good. We're actually making pizza sometime this week; so I guess I'll be watching ep 21 that night. "Hey! Where's the World's Largest Pizza?" And, of course, I have to get some pudding! It would be a crime if I didn't!

I think that about covers it, for today. I'll update later this week, possibly tomorrow.

Gyah~! This Just Bites!

I'll get to the G00 finale rant in a minute. First, I just have to say that I am in pain! Yes, that kind of pain! I don't get it! I was so lucky for a while, and then boom! Last year, I started getting really bad cramps! It usually lasts about a day, but it hurts, goddammit! >_<>

Okay, enough with the TMI! Now, I haven't exactly seen the episode, but I have seen screenshots. I don't know much, but there are a few points of interest for me. First off, Ali is alive (I knew it!) and so is Patrick (Not too fond of him, but yay for our Orange-kun!). There is a 4-year time skip, and Tieria now sports Lockon's hairstyle. Huh, I guess he really did fall for him, after all. Then again, Lockon turns people gay; it's his secret power! Graham lost his Overflag (Aww~!), but also gained a mask...a very stupid looking mask! But we do have our Char clone, now! ^_^ I still think he was destined for that role from the very beginning. And speaking of clones, Ribbons now has a cloned-bishie brigade. He also screwed Alejandro over, no big surprise there. Halle's gone, and I don't know what became of Alle. I hope he's all right; I don't want to lose both of my favorite Meisters. Setsuna's MIA, and I'm guessing he's hiding out near Azadistan. (Just a wild guess!)

So, I guess I'm satisfied with the finale. I'm still kind of miffed that Ali is still alive, but I also expected it. It gives Setsuna (and possibly the other Meisters) more of a reason to go after him. But I'm glad that the bloodbath is over, for now. I'm really happy that Graham made it out alive, though I'm doubting he'll live through the next season. H/Alle mentioned that he knew Soma, and called her "Marie". I'm hoping to see something good come from that. Despite that I'm "on the fence" about Wang, I hope to see more of Hong Long next season. I don't know why, but I just love Hong Long! And we need to clear up everything with Sumeragi and Katagiri, too. And I'm really hoping to see Feldt as a Meister, in rememberance of Lockon. She's had plenty of development, and I think she has more than enough reason to become one. We shall see in October.

Well, I'd drink to the end of the first season tonight, but I really don't feel well enough to. (That and I don't have anything good to drink.) So, I guess I'll watch the G-Festival video again. And, while I'm thinking of it, next week is officially "R2 Preparation Week". I'll talk about my hopes for the new season, what I don't want to see happen, and some other stuff. (Yeah, like I don't fangirl over that series enough as it is!) So, be ready for it!

EDIT: It seems as though that the Tieria that was with Louise in the ending, wasn't really Tieria. Female clone, perhaps?

Preparing For What's To Come

Okay, let's get the depressing stuff out of the way first. Tomorrow ends the first season of G00; which, I have mixed emotions about. On one hand, I'm going to miss it, until October. On the other hand, I'm glad that we're having a break, because it's gotten really depressing. Still, it's been quite a ride, up to this point. It's even gotten me interested in some merchandise. I have got to get that Mascot Robot Haro! After seeing a PV and Miki-san with one in a G-Fest video I saw, I really want one. I'd like the chibi voice i-dolls and an Overflag gunpla, as well; but that's a given. Thinks to self: if they make another set of i-dolls, they have to make one of Katagiri!

Second depressing rant-JAM Project is going to Otakon?!? GYAAAHHH! I wanna see them! I freaking love JAM Project! Two of my friends really like Masami Okui in particular, being Utena fanatics and all. And also, it looks like not only Kumiko Watanabe is going to that one convention, but Takeshi Kusao AND Kotono Mitsuishi as well. Great! Two frog-related seiyuu, who are also intertwined with Rose Duels. Kumiko was C-ko, Kusao-san was Saionji, and Mitsuishi was Juri. Now, I mention Utena every now and then, but I freaking LOVE Juri! Sure, she's better known as Sailor Moon, but Juri...God! -attempts to regain composure- Okay, enough with the depressing stuff!

Next, the more obviously exciting stuff! Next week is going to be torture, for me! Too long! It's been too long! I've waited since the end of July for the Sunday after this coming one! And it just has to be a week longer to wait! ERRGH!!! Then again, I think I set myself up for frustration by looking at fanart. Yeah, I've been looking at fanart to hype myself up for R2. I'm still planning on doing coverage of the episodes. I must, my fans have come to expect it! I'd put up screencaps, but I'd rather not waste too much space. However, like I said before, I will have at least one per episode. I could put more up if something totally epic happens, though.

Continuing on the Geass rantings, I've heard some stuff about the Lost Colors game. If the information is accurate, I might have to invest in importing the game. In other words, according to what I've heard, there is indeed a Lloyd route! Diethard and Milly have routes, as well. (But what about Cecile-oneesan? -frowns-) Still, if Lloyd and Diethard really are obtainable, that's good enough for me. Hell, I even said back when the game was announced, that I'd go after Milly. But that's just what I've heard, though. We shall see.

I'll probably update on the ending of G00 S1, tomorrow.

Yes! I'm Not In Despair, Today!

I was going to post yesterday, but some stuff came up. Our college had an International Day, and I wanted to go check it out. It was fine, but I think it could've been better. I did get to try some Bulgogi from the Korean table, though. For those who have watched the Japanese version of Bo-bobo, that's what "Purukogi" is.

Today, the college held a Job Fair. I checked that out during my hour off, but I didn't get many hits. I did manage to register to vote, though. Yeah, I never got around to that for one reason or another. But I finally got it done! I even got a Hershey's bar with almonds for it! ^_^ And I met up with Adrian, and we talked for a while.

Anyhow, I'm getting really excited for April 6-just a week and a half away! Plus, Lost Colors is supposed to come out tomorrow, and I'm really hoping to see some screenshots of the game. Ah~ It'll feel so good to see Code Geass, again! Even though I have the series burned to discs; which I should probably go through one more time before the R2 premier. I should at least watch from 17-25.

Gah! Besides waiting for the 6th, I'm really starting to anticipate A-Kon; even if it's still over two months away. I'm going to continue my search for doujinshi; not just for Geass, but I'm adding in G00 as well. I'm specifically going to look for Graham/Katagiri, and Schneizel/Lloyd (Even though I prefer Lloyd/Cecile, but I've only seen one or two of them.), along with some general ones as well. Oh boy! I'm about to go on a yaoi rant!

I know I've mentioned that I really like Graham/Katagiri, but I don't really talk about Schneizel/Lloyd much. If I wanted to pair Lloyd with another guy, it would be him. And it could be rather interesting. (As in Akio/Anthy abusive interesting.) I'm sorry, but I still get that Akio vibe from Schneizel. XD I could be very wrong about him, and he could really be a nice guy. Still, I'm very skeptical about him. Nonetheless, Schneizel appears to be a guy that could make anyone submit; and I prefer Lloyd as an uke anyway. (I can't really picture him as much of a seme, so sue me!)

Let's see...I have the day off, tomorrow. So, I guess I'll start the Union Flag model. Tonight, I'm going to grab the last Pina Colada wine cooler and have the weekly MK discussion with Adverb. We're finishing up the "Zero Meets Kizna" two-parter, tonight. And next week, will be about "Awesome Ranting, Sexually Harassing/Force-Feeding Other Boys, Telepaths, and Pro Ings." -laughs- Really, the next two episodes are good "calm before the storm" episodes.

Getting Back To Normal

Gah! Spring Break's over, now! And I really don't want to go in tomorrow morning and find out my History test result. I honestly have no confidence in how I did, whatsoever! And I just know my instructor is going to be bitching about how short the break is; not that I can blame her. Still, she does tend to bitch and moan a lot. I guess she's kind of rubbed off on me, lately. You could say, "Zetsubou shita"?

Anyways, I got Dynames done in between bread dough risings, yesterday. I took a picture of him, but I need to upload it to the computer. It was pretty easy, but putting the seals on him was tough. Some of those stickers are really tiny! Dynames himself is pretty small, too. Still, I'm happy with it. Now, I need to start on the Union Flag. That one's going to take some time. It's a higher grade, and I won't have as much free time for a while again. And I'm seriously thinking of looking for Graham's Overflag, sometime. Besides the Overflag being a piece of awesome-ness on a whole, I think I might want to re-enact the "I want to embrace you, Gundam" scene with Dynames. ^_^

Also, I had a moment of total dork-ery, yesterday evening. My parents still insist on having us color Easter eggs. Why they insist, I have no idea. Well, I was looking at the orange dye and got an idea. (Oh, you know where this is going!) I wanted to write something on the egg with one of those wax crayons that come with the dye sets, but this one didn't have it. What were they thinking?! Still, I dyed an orange egg; but I also added a note written in orange highlighter. And what was it that I wrote? "Orange ja nai desu...ZEROOOOOO~!" I took a picture of that, as well. ^_^'

On a different note, I think I'm getting back to where I should be. I'm thinking it's those damn hormones of mine, playing tricks on me again! I'm doing better, but I'm still not at my best. Also, as I said yesterday, I think I'm going to welcome the break from G00 with open arms. It's just been too depressing, lately. I can only take so much depressing stuff in my anime. In fact, I almost want to take a break from anime for a while. I say "almost"; not "I'm going to..". Come on, you really don't expect me to give up right before R2 starts, do you? -sigh- Nonetheless, whatever happens in the G00 S1 finale, I'm probably going to bawl my eyes out.

Well, it's getting late, and there's school tomorrow. Tch! I don't get it; Wylie ISD gets the day off, but CCCC doesn't! Where's the fairness in that?! And Aly and I need to study for that Government test on Tuesday night! I still don't know what the hell he was thinking giving us a test the week after Spring Break.

'Night!

Of The Good And The Bad

Okay, first the good news. It looks as though R2 got pre-licensed, which I'm not at all surprised about. I guess I should put quotation marks around the good, because it might make finding subs harder. However, I'm sure some group out there will still sub R2. And besides, I can still get the raws...as long as they're in the correct resolution for my monitor. I've had problems with high-resolution when first getting G00. So, yeah, small definition would be needed.

Now, the bad news. G00 is seriously messing with my head! I should probably learn by now not to look up spoilers first thing in the morning. The death toll is rising, but I'm not in despair over it like last week. From my understanding, Christina, Licht, Dr. Moraneu, and Patrick?! Christina I could give two flips about, personally. She really annoyed me, sometimes. I really didn't mind Licht, but he needed more screentime. And it appears that he was a cyborg of some sort. The doctor was only in for one scene, but I wanted more of him. He could've been the biggest creep in the series. XD And Patrick? He was good for mocking, even if I did find him a little annoying. Still, I now knight thee "Not an Orange"! I'm at least glad that the other Meisters and Sumeragi, Feldt, and Ian are safe. I'm still waiting for confirmation on Lasse. Though, I'm doubting his survival.

Still no signs of Graham! I'm beginning to fear that he'll show up next week, and get promptly taken down by Alejandro or Ali (pending if he's still alive). If that guy survives, then I'll at least have one reason to watch the next season. And if the remaining Meisters and Celestial Being members survive, then I'll definitely be around. It just wouldn't be the same if all the awesome characters weren't around. Well, I'll have my answer next week. Then, I'm breaking off from this series for R2!

Well, I can't afford to be in despair today. So, I'm going to get dressed and start making my bread!

Not Much To Cover Today, But...

Shira-tan no o-tanjoubi...

O-ME-DE-TOU~~~~!!!!

God, I wish I had a good screenshot of Lloyd doing that! That would be perfect for this occasion! Keep up the good work, Shiratori-san! I can't wait to hear you in R2!

Okay, putting that aside; I started on Dynames a while ago. I would've started earlier, but it took a while to get model glue. I've got his head and body attached, so far. And, damn, he's small! I was having some trouble putting the seals on him. Maybe I should look for some tweezers, later. -_-' I'd work on him some more, but I'm currently having a pina colada drink. It might not be a good idea to have alcohol in your system and a knife in your hand.

Tomorrow, we're having Grandpa over for dinner. It's our annual Pre-Easter Lamb Dinner. And I've been assigned to make my French bread! I don't know if I've ever mentioned it, but I'm one hell of a bread baker! I often joke that I've got Solar Hands, like Kazuma in Yakitate!! Japan. Of course, no one gets that reference, but me.

Geez! This week has gone by so fast! I don't want to go back to class on Monday! >_<>

Gunpla Building-Start!

I finally got to the anime store, today. I have to say, the new space is nice! There's a whole lot more room, and it's just a nice set up. Anyway, I got Gunpla of Dynames and the Union Flag. It isn't the Graham Special, but hey it's the Union's! I also got a Figure Meister Lelouch as Zero (he has his super-cool face mask, too)! Unfortunately, some of the employees were going to Houston for Anime Matsuri, and brought their pencil boards with them. However, they got my name and number; and they'll call me back if they still have the MK pencil board. And I saw a model of Lancelot, but it was $36. I don't think I'm able to spend that much on a "Knightpla". I'll get one, sometime I'm sure.

Anyhow, I'm just glad that I got Dynames! I would start working on it now, but we don't have any model glue, at the moment. So, Dad and I need to do Easter grocery shopping tomorrow anyway, and we'll stop and get some glue. Dynames could potentially just snap together, but the Flag is more complex. I also need to find a good place to work on them, as well. I could make some space on the craft table, but there's way too much on it. I think I'll end up working on them in my bedroom. And, of course, Dynames will be the first I work on. THIS IS FOR YOU, LOCKON!!!

I'll update again, tomorrow. I may not have much to say, but I am planning on one thing to mention.

Blinded By Rain

Oh boy! Everything started out okay, but this rain! We had to cancel our trip to Addison, due to heavy rain. When I say "heavy rain", I'm talking street flooding, blinding, rain with high winds. So, now we're either going tomorrow or Thursday. From the looks of it, it'll be Thursday.

We did manage to go eat at Fujiya. GAH! Dammit, you guys! Do you have to be so nice to me?! XD Along with our lunch, Sam just HAD to give us some complementary California rolls and miso soup! Well, I ended up giving them a nice tip. Anyway, Mom seems to like it a lot.

On a random note, I have to share a story from mine and AE's MK discussion last night. Okay, so we decided to get off the subject for a while...but that didn't last too long. Adverb (That's his forum name, by the way.) was like, "Why is it that we always loop our conversations back to MK?" I respond by saying, "Well, we did meet through the series. So, it must have some importance." Then, he says that he half-expects me to make a reference in my wedding vows. I'm like, "Oh really, now? Even I have more sense than to make an anime reference in my wedding vows." Then he continues saying, "I can just picture you saying, "I'll love you more than I loved Ernest-sama..."". ^_^' Gee, thanks!When we ended out the night, he called me, "Ms. Wedding-Vows-Dealing-With-Ernest". XD I ended up saying, "Good night, Rio!" (Adverb's a fan of Rioroute, you see.)

Now, I know how I get about my obsessions; but I do have a life outside of them. I just don't talk about it, much.

Edit Addendum: -whacks self on head- I'm so stupid! I forgot to give a shoutout to Miki-Shin. Ja, o-tanjoubi omedetou, Miki-san! And I hope you aren't getting too flooded with Lockon-related messages. Go, you!

Trying To Move Along

-sigh- I'm feeling better, today. Yes, it's St. Patrick's Day-a day to celebrate Ireland. I don't usually get all excited about St. Patrick's Day, but today's different. (Yeah, you know where I'm going with this.) I'm officially declaring today Lockon Stratos Memorial Day, because he was a kickass Irishman, goddammit! I'm wearing green and black in his honor. (Actually, the green color of the shirt I'm wearing is very close to the green in the shirt he wore.) Yeah, I'm a dork, and an obsessive one at that. However, I feel that I must honor Stupid Sexy Lockon in someway. And I've decided that if I find a Gunpla of Dynames tomorrow, I'm getting it. (Quite possibly if Graham's Flag is out, I might get that, too. I'm not normally a Gunpla person...not like Keroro.) It's been a while since I put together a model, anyway.

I kind of want to drink that last wine cooler tonight, but I'm having my MK discussion with AE as well. GAH! It's just one wine cooler, and I haven't gotten drunk yet. I really never plan to get drunk anyways; so it shouldn't be a problem. Tonight's discussion is the 4th episode: Zero-tachi start their training, and Rio gets injured. -slight smirk crosses face- I don't know why I never thought of this before, but when I watched the episode last week, I noticed that Ernest has some very feminine legs. Then again, the boy is feminine anyway. Then, there was that cute little laugh of his. It wasn't in the dub, but when I first heard that, I was like, "OMG! SO CUTE!!!" And since AE really likes Rio, I'm thinking tonight's discussion is going to be a lot of fun.

On a final note, Mom and my siblings tried out a Chicago-style take-out place, today. Aly and I shared a pizza, Jake got some Vienna dogs, Mom got Italian Beef, and we shared some garlic bread and fries. It definitely had that Chicago "taste" to it. Man! If things were better last time, I'd want to go to Chicago this summer. But I think my aunts are still feuding, among other stuff. I still don't know what we're going to do when Aunt Jan, Kevin, and Drew show up. (Random note: You know, even though Kevin is my uncle, I still never address him as such. Probably because I got to know him before they got married. And I'm not calling him "Uncle Chevy", like everyone else does! XD)

Now, I need to go clean up my bedroom for a bit. I'll more than likely be back tomorrow, writing about my purchases.

Rock on, O Stupid Sexy One! Rock on!

So That's The Way It Goes?!? G00-23 Spoilers

I wake up, look at some of the Code Geass spoilers, go look at G00 stuff, and what do I find out?! L-L-LOCKON!!! But... he just survived a blow from Patrick. And now you're telling me he's dead?! And Darryl is dead, too?! It's unforgivable!

UNFORGIVABLE!

-tries to hold back tears- I don't like crying first thing in the morning; I really don't. And listening to Ash Like Snow on repeat isn't really helping me! Tch! Dammit! I guess I should take this as a lesson: Never get too close to a mecha pilot. Their chances of survival are very low. And if they have a relative or some brother figure that could easily replace them, their chances of survival are 0%. I know that all too well. I have to say though, it looked like he went out in style. Got out of Dynames, used the gun, and pulled a Spike as he died. "Bang..."

-pauses for a moment- I guess I'll be wearing black on 17th (St. Patrick's Day. Lockon was Irish, after all); maybe even the 18th (Miki's birthday). And since I'm going to the anime store on the 18th, I'll be looking for some G00 merchandise. I hope I can find those voice i-dolls, I really like those. (I need to get some more Geass ones, because all I have is Lloyd. C.C. "Ah...Pizza", maybe Orange-kun, and I want Schneizel for my Lloyd. Yeah, yaoi subtext reasons.) But if I find anything with Lockon, I'm getting it in his memory. I should probably look for something Graham-ish as well, since we don't seem to be too confident in his survival either. (He has to survive! What would Kata-yan do without him?!)

Thinking back, it was episode 23 of Geass when Euphie died. I almost cried over that, but considering how dense she was, I couldn't. Now, if Lloyd and/or Cecile were to die, I'd be devastated to say the least. I've already had that scenario play around in my head. I actually tried to keep my distance from Lloyd early on, because I really didn't want to have a bad reaction if that happened. (Really, I took to the guy from the get-go.) Plus, I have that chara-death curse. Still, I couldn't ignore him; he was just too much fun. If it were to happen, he'd better go out in an awesome way. Not that he isn't totally awesome already, of course. I can be sure, though, that tears would be shed for him.

-sigh- I'm going to see if I can get out for a while, today. I need to get my mind off all of this.

Lockon Stratos-no, Neil Dylandy, you shall never be forgotten.

Finally! Finally! Finally!

I just got home a few minutes ago, and my Spring Break is officially under way! Ah! I was so glad to get out of Algebra early, today! The desks were so close together, and it made me feel claustrophobic! But anyway, I'm not even going to think about school for a while! On my way home, I drove with my window down and turned up the volume on my Two-Mix CD. Hey, they're an old group, but I like the style. Good dance music, ya know?

Okay, enough with my deranged rantings. Tomorrow is the day for the special premiere of Code Geass-R2. Yeah, I still have to wait until April 6 to actually see the episode, but who cares! This time, I'm not avoiding the spoilers. I'm desperate! I want to know things! I need Pudding Therapy! Speaking of which, they have a nice back splash on the Lost Colors web page. I was so happy to see Lloyd with his wonderfully energetic-yet-egotistical smirk! I've missed that for so long. ^_^ I'm still hoping that you can seduce him in that game! I'd import it just for that! -perverted smirk- By the way, I don't know if I said anything about this; but I saw a screenshot from the game of...Orange-sensei! Jeremiah-wearing a suit and glasses, and is blushing. That just don't add up! I will admit that he did look good with the glasses, however. (Glasses fetish!) Suddenly, I have this image of what science class with Lloyd-sensei could be like. That could be the most epic class I'd ever take! XD

Now then, what to do...I know for a fact that I'm having that wine cooler that I promised myself, tonight. While I don't know what we're doing for dinner, I hope we have something out of the ordinary. We seem to rotate through three different choices for Friday night. Pizza, Chili's, or Dos Charros (small Mexican place by our house). I'm not the only one who wants to do something different, I'm sure. Its just that my dad's a stick in the mud. Gah! I want to go to Abuelo's or Red Lobster; even Olive Garden sounds great! But they're also expensive! T_T Well, whatever we do, I'll go with it.

Nearing The Home Stretch!

Okay, I have two days until I'm on break! Even though I have tomorrow off, I have to go in to take a test. I'm thinking I'll do my math test tomorrow, and my history test on Friday. Then, I have three Internet Lab Quizzes for math due by midnight tonight. And we had a notebook check in math, which I totally forgot about and left my binder at home! Seriously, are we in high school or something? No one does binder checks in college; she's the only one I've had that's done that! And while I'm at it, she would fit right in with the math department at Wylie High. I don't know if I've ever gone into this, but my high school's math department sucked hard! That's what she said!

Now, for a little story about my trip home from Government, last night. Aly went out with her boyfriend for their 1-year anniversary of going out. So, I was stuck driving myself to and from class. I would've skipped, but we we're getting a review for the next test. (Who the hell has a test right after Spring Break?) Now then, I haven't had the most experience in driving in the dark, so I was a bit worried. Well, I got out of class early, and randomly met up with Adrian and Brandy. We talked for a while, and they walked me out to my car. They asked if I wanted to go to Main Event with them, but I declined due to having to get up early for class. I should've gone with them, because...

On the main road (Parker), there was an accident. I don't know what happened, and I don't really care to know. However, I had to take a detour through Allen and Lucas to get back home. I don't normally go out that way, but I have one thing to say about that-I never knew that taking cooking lessons at Allen High would come in handy! After following random cars around, I went the rest of the way by memory. Still, after getting home, I was a bit shaken up. I didn't cry, which is something most people would expect of me. (I thank my music for keeping me calm in the car!) I ended out the night watching a re-run of The Office S3-Women's Appreciation. That managed to cheer me up, a bit.

I'll end out, for now. I have a phone call to return, those quizzes to do, take a bath, and start the next MK discussion with AE. I'll probably be back on Friday...with a Strawberry Margarita Wine Cooler to celebrate Spring Break!

Hang In There, Aya!

Okay, just one more week until Spring Break! Sadly, this week appears to be torture week. I have three tests this week-a math test, a map test, and a normal history test. -groan- I wish we could just take the tests in class, because I hate going to the testing center. Its like the DMV; the people that work there are really bitchy. However, the past two times I've been there, they've been fine. Still, putting that aside, why do these instructors insist on setting up their tests around the same time?!

Next up: some more depression rantings. -_-' I'm still stuck in this melancholy mood. I really have no reason to be depressed, right now; and yet, I am. I really haven't been able to shake off the effects of that panic attack I had, last month. I've been really paranoid, alone, and fearing things that I shouldn't even be thinking about. I did end up crying a few weeks ago, but I feel the need to again. However, I can't bring myself to, or the tears just won't come. I think what I really need is a shoulder to cry on, but I can't find anyone who I'd feel comfortable to do that with. Maybe when AE and I discuss Curriculum 08, even though we aren't physically with each other. In fact, I'm quite sure I'll be crying my eyes out while watching that; and probably while we talk about it. -Bitter smile- I never could get over that, even if I tried.

All I know is, I want this week to end quickly. There's a light at the end of the tunnel, and I'm racing towards it. I'm not sure what I'll be doing, but I do know that I'm taking my annual spring trip to Addison. If they still have that MK pencil board, I'm getting it-no questions asked! If I find any Geass or G00 stuff, I'll be getting some of that as well. I want more Chibi Voice I-Dolls, and I really want the whole G00 set.

Oh, and while I'm thinking of it; this week's episode of Pokemon D/P was great. We have officially been introduced to Ginga-Dan. While I like Saturn, I'd like to see Mars, Jupiter, and Akagi. And I still wish that Saturn could've had Akira Ishida as his seiyuu. He just looks like one of those characters Ishida-san would voice. However, I think the real fun thing about this episode was Gregguru vs. Dokurog. I was actually getting scared over how pissed off Gregguru was getting. XD I don't know which would be scarier, Gregguru or Kururu. Ah! I love my perverted frogs! Now, if only Kouhei would show up again.

Well anyways, I've got to finish planning my week. I have to take those tests, find and start working on my book report for Sociology (I think that class might be contributing a lot to my depression. More on that later!), decide when to go to a town meeting for Government, and I need to watch the next episode of MK by Wednesday. Speaking of which, I really have a hard time watching that scene in the infirmary with Rill amputating the guy's foot. Even if you don't see anything, you can hear it. Oh God, can you hear it! DX I'm like Clay when it comes to stuff like that. Actually, I'm worse than him; I'd start puking right then and there!

Thank God For Bipolar Weather!

Well, it ended up icing again, last night. So, the campus is opening later; which means that my first class got canceled. So, yay for me!

Anyhow, a few updates about R2 and G00. I'll start with G00, first. I didn't think for a moment that Lockon died. He's too cool to end up as canon fodder this early in the game. If he ended up getting severely injured, he could be fixed. We can fix him! We have the technology! We can make him stupider, sexier, and awesome-er. And thus the $6 million Lockon was born! ...A-hem! Anyway, it looks as though he escaped with losing an eye. And let me tell ya, that eyepatch makes him look even sexier! Now, I'm not going to worry about the Meisters, but I am very worried for my Union boys. I keep hearing things about Graham. If Graham does die, I hope its just a temporary thing...and have him come back in a mask! Hey, everyone says that he has the best potential of becoming a Char clone.

Next up-CG R2! I've seen some of the furage, this morning. From what I saw, not much new-for now anyway. However, it is confirmed that Nina is alive and working for Schneizel; more than likely with Lloyd and Cecile. Speaking of which, the Toku-ha actually have a new nickname they're going under. According to my sources, they're new name is Camelot. Still, I'm calling them "Team Lancelot", because I like it better. Back to Nina, she's got a new look. I really like her new outfit and the way that she's done up her hair. She looks more mature and put together; let's just hope she acts that way.

Edit: Ooh! I found out earlier from the same source that Lloyd and Cecile are actually working under Suzaku, now. Hmm...maybe my secret wish for Lloyd to lose his cool and smack Suzaku won't be too far off. That could be the most epic thing to happen in this show. Unfortunately, I don't actually see that happening. But it's fun to think about, and it would further heighten his already high level of awesomeness. Then again, if anyone smacks Suzaku, it'll probably be Cecile. Random thought: I wonder if Lloyd and Cecile will get new clothes as well. I'd like to see them in something different; even though I LOVE Lloyd's kick-ass lab coat. I actually wouldn't mind having one of my own. ^^

Oh, and Orange Range is going to be doing the opening/ending themes. *laughs to self* "Orange", huh? I wonder if that was intentional.

And finally, we have a date for the dub! April 26th, and it's at 12:30 AM, Central time (my timezone). I don't usually stay up that late anymore, but I'll make an exception just for Geass! Yah! I'm so looking forward to hearing how the dub sounds! Kukuku~ I can't wait until we get to the Orange-kun jokes. I have to say it, Crispin Freeman was meant to be Orange-kun. Still, I wonder what they'll call him in the dub. I like the sound of, "Sir Orange" myself. And I also think that Jamison Price's take on Diethard could be hilarious, just because I've heard him in so many serious roles. Then again, Diethard is a pretty serious guy...serious about Zero, that is! I'm still very interested in how Liam will pull off Lloyd. I am certain that he can pull off Lloyd's "loose" tones with excellence. They have got to keep in his "Aha~!" in the dub. But I'm really interested in seeing what they'll do about the "O-me-de-tou~!" line in episode seven. What he's really saying won't match up, being that "Congratulations" has an extra syllable in it.

*Sigh* I should start thinking about watching Curriculum 01 for tomorrow's MK discussion. I think I'll wait until nightfall, though. Like with Cowboy Bebop, I prefer watching Megami Kouhosei when it's dark.

I'm So Touched!

It started when I decided to skip Sociology today. We took a test last time, and I didn't want to see my results. Don't ask. Then, we had an Internet assignment due today. But I'm guessing she got it, because I ended up e-mailing it to her by accident. I was supposed to give her a hard copy, but I ended up mailing her the thing. Well, since I've been really stressed out, I didn't want to deal with talking to her about my stupidity.

So, I skipped class and got some sushi at Fujiya. Let me tell you, I'm starting to feel bad about leaving them. Sam and Tae were so nice to me, today. Not that they weren't before, don't get me wrong. Well, I ordered a sushi combo, but they gave me some seaweed and octopus salad and miso soup as well. And they also gave me a little bag of Tootsie Rolls, for what reason I don't know. Now, I'm not a Tootsie Roll fan, but by God I'm going to eat them! I ended up giving them a tip. I don't know how much I ended up giving them, but I had to give something. T_T I really needed that, today; and I'm greatful for their generosity. Also, I don't think I'll be worrying about the lack of business anymore. I think that they'll do just fine. ^_^

*Sigh* Well, tonight is the premier of the new season of Ghost Hunters. Then, either sometime tonight or tomorrow, I need to watch the first episode of MK-for our little discussion tomorrow night. I think the low quality magazine scans for Code Geass R2 come out tomorrow, as well. There had better be some Lloyd and Cecile in there somewhere, dammit!

-Groan- Really Not Feeling Well, Right Now!

I seriously feel nauseous at the moment. =_= I think the inconsistant weather (we're expecting snow tonight, and it's been up in the 70's lately! Blasted Texas weather!), academic stress, and depression is really taking it's toll. I ended up skipping my first class today, because of it. I have to go to my later classes, shortly. I have to turn in a Math Lab, and I have a test in Sociology-which I'm nowhere near ready for. I guess I'll be studying during my hour off. -_-'

On another note, I was talking to an old forum-mate of mine last night. It started out as just needing someone to vent to, but we got onto talking about Megami Kouhosei. Well, we decided to go over the series, anime and manga, and talk about things we may have missed. And just comment about things about the series all together. ::weak smile:: Ah! It makes me feel happy to talk about that series again! I've neglected it for so long! ::Suddenly gets overly-dramatic:: Gomen nasai, Ernest-sama! I won't try to abandon you again! Please, forgive me!!!

Heh! Yeah...I guess my "extreme fangirl-ness" is coming back to me.

Errgh! I guess I've got to go to class, now.

Happy and Energetic!

First off, o-tanjoubi omedetou, Kashi-Tsu! (This must've been the reason why I felt so compelled to watch MK the other day.) Hey, I have to give credit to all the seiyuu who voice my favorite characters somehow. In this case, it's pretty obvious. -wistful look- Ah, my beloved angel! Heh, sorry! ^_^'

Now then, today I am not in despair! (God, I don't understand why I keep making Zetsubou-sensei references when I only watched one episode! >_<>

Let's see, I went to the library and got some new manga to read. Yes, we have a small manga section at the library! Then, I got some chicken curry at the local Chinese place. I've been meaning to do so for a while now, but I've been desperately trying to save my money. It didn't matter though, since I was out with Mom.

Then, my Bebop box came in the mail! Of course, Dad just had to play keep-away with it like he always does when I get something and he's home! I should've pulled an Ore-Suzaku and punched him in the jaw. Just kidding! I'm planning on watching some tonight. It's just a personal preference, but Bebop always sounds better at night, to me. Must be because of the whole Adult Swim thing. But I do think it looks better in the dark. And yes, I'm going to go nuts over that one line. lol I don't think I said that when I last saw Jesse. Next time I see him and if we play a card game, I need to do that! Now I just need to wait for them to send the movie.

Next, Spring Break is in two weeks! YAAAAY~! I need to get through this week and then the following week will be a cakewalk! I'm planning on taking my annual trip to the anime store sometime that week, pending if they're fully moved into their new space. But if they are, I already have something in mind to buy. If they still have it, I'm getting that MK pencil board that I saw the last time I went. Hey, it had the pilots on the back, so of course I'd get it! Goddess Pilots, banzai!!! Sorry, but I've always had more interest in the pilots than the candidates...with the exception of Clay. He made me laugh so hard sometimes, not just because of his tendency to give us the finger everytime he adjusted his glasses. Ah, good times. Good times indeed.

-thinks to self- Errgh! Why am I crawling back to my old fandom all of a sudden? Its probably just a passing thing, but still! I've said it numerous times, "Everytime I think I've gotten out, someone or something always pulls me back in!". Well, whatever! It had a huge impact on me, so I guess its natural for me to go back. You can never fully forget those kinds of things, you know. And I'll be waiting for that day when I can re-unite with my true love, at last. (If you don't get that reference, then go watch the first season of Pokemon!)