I know it's been a long time, but I haven't had a whole lot to say. Actually I still don't have a whole lot to say, except for this:
First off, starting next Tuesday we will be starting our 50 cent DDR Days of Summer. From Now until whenever, Both DDR Machines will be 50 cents on Tuesdays and Thursdays. So, come on down and play your ass off.
Also, the pads on both machines have been serviced and are in perfect working condition. Andrew and I replaced 5 sensors and made sure every damn pad was working perfect. These pads will stay perfect and I just ordered 50 sensors to make sure I always have them in stock. I have been slacking with the pads lately and I feel like crap about it. It won't happen again.
While we are on the subject of things never happening again. Let's talk about lock-ins. I swore I would never have another one but I think I have a few more in me. Be on the lookout for the END OF THE SUMMER DDR LOCK IN..... I want to have one before everyone goes away to school. I want this to be off the hook.
I got one more thing to bring up and that is OniStyles.com. That's right, OniStyles! I know there is a lot of speculation on the subject of what I am doing with the SS Bemani boards. The fact of the matter is, I really don't know. OniStlyles had added a Long Island section and has made me the moderator. But OniStyles isn't just a message board. It's a full blown site. They have pix, mp3's, stepcharts, etc, etc..... It's basically everything I wanted to do with the FYEDDR website but didn't have the time or resources to do. So, for now, post on both and when the time comes for a decision I will let you guys know what I'm doing. If you have an opinion on the matter post it on the boards.
That's it for now........
If you have any questions, just drop me an e-mail or come down and ask me.
8/29/02
Old Ass Update
Lot's of stuff to report at the moment...so, here it goes....First off, I want to apoligize for the delay of the new site. Everyone has been busy and I have been sick so it is taking much longer then I had hoped.
Next thing I need is for all the people who were going to help me with the tournament last month to get in touch with me. I got some good news this week, and I will need your help once again.
I am also in the process of trying to lease out a Para. 2nd mix and a Pump machine. I am currently try to work out a deal but nothing is set in stone.....I am also in middle of trading some of our machines for some old school games like Soul Edge, Galaga, and Donkey Kong. Just trying to get rid of some of the stuff we have that people aren't playing......Also found a Sega Gunblade to trade for, but I have to see.....I will keep you posted on the details....
I will be helping my friend Brenda with Fye's first DDR tournament in Trumbull, Ct. The details will be forthcoming. I will try to have tech and freestyle divisions and they most likely will offer a cash prize.....Keep checking the site and board for details. I will be up there the day before to make sure the machine is in perfect condition....
That is pretty much it for now....The End of the Summer Blowout will take place at FYE. The reason being is that I needed some time off and now it is really too late in the seaon to have it at a park or beach so, we will have to do at FYE. If anyone is interested in helping out with food, drinks, plates, cups, etc, etc, you ned to get in touch with me as soon as possible. I will need all the help I can get. We will probably start it early and I will gate off the back like we used to. Once again, give me a week to finalize all this...
The Wicked Ringmaster
7/15/02
State Of Bemani Address (Part 4)
Yesterday I had the opportunity to be a judge at the 8 On the Break Tournament in New Jersey. It was an honor to be asked to judge and it was great seeing everyone. Lot's of great freestyle routines and and amazing amount of Tech Players. I got a little sick of Max 300 after awhile, but was pretty impressed by so many people who full combo'd it. The Tech division was grueling, but there are truly some amazing players out there.
We have also set up a hot-line for the happenings at FYE. So, if you need to know whats going on as far as tournaments or Lock-ins, just call 631-969-9372.
The Womens tournament is this Friday and I am looking forward to that. Depending on the amount of entries we might have a qualifying round to make it go more smoothly. It will be held on 7th mix and no codes will be allowed. It will start around 8pm just like all our other Friday tournaments.
As far as the rest of the tournaments go, I will work on a schedule for August. The last week in July there will be no tournament due to Otakon.
I would also like to bring up the Sports Plus tournament. Everyone keeps asking me, when and where it will happen. It will happen at Sports Plus, but I have no idea when. As far as some people saying it's not fair due to me using people from other arcades, well, if you don't like it, we can just cancel it. People from the Rand Corp play at Bayshore as well as other locations. If the Sports Plus people think it's unfair, we won't do it.
Thanks for your time and keep checking the hotline and the boards for new site information. As always, thank you for supporting Southshore Bemani "cause thats exactly where your going"
The Wicked Ringmaster
5/8/02
The South Shore Bemani shirts are finally here. They came out really nice and I got a decent deal on them. They are double sided and com in Med, Lg, X-lg, and XX. They will be $10.00 each and all proceeds go to the new website server and tournament fund. So pleas show your support and pick up a shirt. Just a quick reminder. Please don't ask why your team wasn't listed or why are the teams in that order. These shirts were designed a couple of months ago and we all know how teams appear, dissapear, and sometimes reappear. I hope you all like them.
