Author: Kerby

  • SLOTW – Hey that doesn’t look so scar-*insert blood curdling high pitched scream here*

    For those in the dark (the deep, deep dark…), this coming weekend is Halloween!  With that, you’ll get annoying kids dressed up in tacky and bad looking costumes, knocking at your door for the expected candy treatment for going away.  Not to mention the constant sight of pumpkins that would be better suited for pie…

  • SLOTW – Lights! Camera! Otaku!

    Since the dawn of movies and television, there have been followings, movements, heck, even downright tributes to famous movies and television series.  Nowadays, these forms of fandom have shifted from the realm of television and movies to Anime and Video Games.  While the realm of cosplay has been the easiest and most accessible form of…

  • SLOTW – GIGAAAANTOOOOR!!!

    As one might notice when looking around in day to day life, you night notice that many things are getting smaller and smaller.  From electronic devices, to computer monitors, even cars! see what I mean?  Now let’s see how many clowns we can fit into that? With technology and autos getting smaller nowadays, it only…

  • SLOTW – Trek On!

    For as long as I can remember my first episode, I’ve been a HUGE fan of Star Trek, whether it’s The Original Series, The Next Generation, to even Voyager!  It’s unique brand of storytelling, complete with awe inspiring technology and vast array of characters that drew you in.    This week’s SLOTW highlights two awesome pieces…

  • SLOTW – Holy Clearance, Batman!

    Whether it’s replicas, actual props, or whatever fancies the collector, Hollywood memorabillia is a treasure trove and a hobby that’s long loved.  From swords, to movie devices, and sometimes whole set pieces for the maniacal and rich.  It’s a big business, and there’s always a collector for SOMETHING.  While props are special, it’s the functional…

  • SLOTW – I’d hit that… with a Pickaxe!

    In case you didn’t get get the joke of the headline, this week’s Sweet Link of the Week is all about one of my favorite games of all!  The open box world of Minecraft! For those new to this game (seriously, have you not heard about it somewhere?), Minecraft is an open box sandbox game…

  • SLOTW – Surprises of the Colorful and Sweet Kind!

    Candy. It is the stuff of legends and has been talked about for centuries.  From Gum Drops, to Licorice, it’s variety is as limited as the amount of sugar you can cram into it.  And it’s culturally universal, too!  Ever had British candy?  How about Spanish Candy?  More than likely, perhaps not, but that doesn’t…

  • Kirby Goes to the Movies! – 30 Minutes or Less

    *puts on the Gene Shallot tie* Greetings, fellow movie goers!  It’s Kirby with a movie review for everyone!  For my first movie review, I wanted to pick a movie that was comedic, yet potentially ridiculous at the same time!  And also something that was currently out!  So the obvious choice turned out to be “30…

  • SLOTW : Food stuffs, and why you can’t eat them!

    I know it’s been a while (*coughunderstatementcough*), but I’m back with a brand new SLOTW! As we all know, chefs can create a plethora of imaginative food creations, from the most delicate and light dishes, do the heavy and fulfilling!  I would know, I work as a chef for a living!  And the limits to…

  • SLOTW – Reality and video games augmented into one big awesome pile!

    Growing up, I always wondered what it would be like if certain event happened in real life, what kinds of experiences would I have?  Apparently, I wasn’t the only one who stepped through the portal to the other dimension… Real life and video games.  It’s more hand in hand than you think.  Whether it’s a…