Community Forums => General Chat => Topic started by: EasyCure on December 01, 2008, 07:50:48 PM
Title: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 01, 2008, 07:50:48 PM
Thats right folks, its that time again. You might remember last years secret santa gift exchange, well its back now and I want input from anyone interested in joining in.
Last years went off almost without a hitch, I believe some region issues came up and maybe a couple of gifts were recieved late, but nothing discouraging enough to keep us from doing this again. Now, obviously this is the sign-up thread so all those interested in participating please do so, but before you do please be sure to read the rules! Also, I will gladly take any and all feedback into consideration. If you participated last year, tell me what worked and what didn't so that this year can go even smoother. I'm all ears!
Now for the rules!
1. Please only post in this thread if you're signing up, or at the very least include some form of saying you're in or out in bold to make participants easy to track.
2. If you sign-up to give a gift, you MUST GIVE A GIFT. My biggest fear last year was a lot of outsiders joining the forums to sign up for this thread just to recieve gifts, but never gift others. Please don't do this to your fellow forum goers.
3. In your sign-up post, please include the following:
- Your Wii Friend Code - Your Wii's Region (ie US/Canada/Euro/Aus) - A small wish list of games you'd like, from any system
We'll keep it in this simple format, borrowed from last year. Speaking of last year, you can use the link supplied above to find your friend code if you're too lazy to turn on your wii, or you can check out The Real Friend Code List although there are of course some new members not included on that list.
I think thats all for this post, all the main rules are there so start signing up. I'll announce a cut off date for sign-ups in another post (its still early, the month just started!) so you have plenty of time to spread the word among the forums; i know not every one might come across this thread (like Iansane). Remember, if you got suggestions, i wanna hear 'em!
As mentioned last year: This is not to be derailed into a religious discussion. This is a gift exchange only so if you feel like giving a gift, please do so. There is no barrier of faith or personal beliefs being imposed here so there is no need to discuss it. Such topics are against forum rules any how so ha!
Almost forgot to mention, unlike last year I will personally be hosting this event since I have easier access to the forums now with my nifty new phone. Feel free to PM me about anything if you wish not to discuss it in the thread.
PS. Sorry for the mishap before, I'll explain shortly
EDIT: The following participants, as of 12.07.08 + Friend Codes!
EasyCure 8283 7169 9332 2685
BlacknMild2k1 5864 7498 3836 4508
vudu 4584 8871 6512 0150
Toruresu 0851 1139 5259 9786
Spak-Spang 5480 5588 0612 6339
GoldenPheonix* 5112 6543 5702 4633
DAaaman64 8050 5483 5267 1398
insanolord 5394 1287 9682 2367
NinGurl69*Huggles 1088 4237 8067 5333
UltimatePartyBear 3896 5984 8968 1451
Decoyman 4447 0372 0335 7609
Kairon 3049 9700 0647 8791 <-- fail number fixed by Kairon
RABicle Dasmos
*Has a potential Wii issue
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 01, 2008, 08:55:02 PM
Urban Champ for all!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Stogi on December 01, 2008, 09:01:26 PM
FRAT PARTY GAMES! WHOOOOOOOOOOO!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 01, 2008, 09:01:50 PM
dammit why did both threads start with the similar lines???
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: King of Twitch on December 01, 2008, 09:06:14 PM
Can someone gift wrap a brain for SUPER
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 01, 2008, 09:16:18 PM
wii and its gifting features are too far advanced for his tiny hardcore brain
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on December 01, 2008, 09:40:22 PM
Thanks EC for going along with my (delirious?)letter to my (November?)Secret Santa thread (http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/forums/index.php?topic=26794.0) in the funhouse.
I know my real Secret Santa will never let something like that happen in real life. It was all like a really bad dream. Secret Santa would never let the 25th come and go and not deliver his present.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 01, 2008, 09:48:00 PM
much better. Now who the hell is signing up!? You have no idea how much time i wasted at work doing that.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 01, 2008, 10:18:24 PM
I'm signing up. I'll post all the requested info later.
In addition to your wish-list, you should post what games you currently have as well as any games you definitely don't want. It might also be a good idea to say how open you are to receiving stuff that's not on your wish list.
What's the suggested dollar value? My vote's for $15.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on December 01, 2008, 10:27:52 PM
From what I hear, if you try to send someone something they already have, you will get an error message telling you to try again. So no need to list off what you have. Only worry about what you want, and what you really don't want.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 01, 2008, 11:15:28 PM
From what I hear, if you try to send someone something they already have, you will get an error message telling you to try again. So no need to list off what you have. Only worry about what you want, and what you really don't want.
What he said. Last year got complicated when posters already had tons of VC games. A full year later imagine what some of these list will look like, especially including WiiWare titles. If anything, please post games you ABSOLUTELY DO NOT WANT.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 02, 2008, 02:09:35 PM
If I get sent something I don't want and decline does the person who sent it get a refund or do the points just get added to my account?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 02, 2008, 02:12:13 PM
Yes, they are refunded.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 02, 2008, 03:38:23 PM
That and if they don't download the game within a certain number of days of you gifting them, you'll get your points refunded as well.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Toruresu on December 02, 2008, 04:22:28 PM
Alright, I'm in!
Whats the Wiipoint limit?
Wii Code 0851-1139-5259-9786
Edit Region Code: US Wish List: Virtual Console: Super Mario RPG The Legend of Zelda The Legend of Zelda:A Link to the past Mega Man Mega Man 2 Mega Man 3 Contra III: The Alien Wars Altered Beast
WiiWare World of Goo Tetris Party Space Invaders: Get Even Star Soldier R
OR an obscure gaming gem I haven't mentioned here. I already have (Pop, Bomberman Blast, Mega Man 9, Street Fighter II: The new challengers and Super Mario Bros. 3)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Spak-Spang on December 02, 2008, 04:24:29 PM
Wii Friend Code in signature I am signing up.
Sorry, I did not see this thread earlier...and the link when I asked about it in Are you my Secret Santa did not come here but to some stupid thread...so I thought one had not started.
Anyway,
Genres I enjoy: Action/Adventure, Platformers, Puzzle, Shoot'em Ups
Games I would like:
SNES: Super Street Fighter 2, Super Mario RPG SMS: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 NES: Mega Man 3 Wii Ware: None Genesis: I dunno something good. N64: Mario Golf, Zelda OoT
The above are just some suggestions I also like being surprised with gifts.
Oh, and I am in United States Region.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 02, 2008, 09:23:27 PM
Spak, it wasnt this (http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/forums/index.php?topic=26795.0) thread was it? :(
Your fellow forum goers (mainly vudu i think) have been suggesting 15wp maximum, but i think if everyone includes a game or two from every system on the VC in their wishlist, it'll be fair to those who might not be able to afford some of the pricier games.
I'm still taking suggestions as to when we should set off the cut off date and set the gifting date. It looks like last year gifting went on from the 21-25th. It wasnt a catastrophe but i'm sure plenty of you guys would like to get it done sooner so we can actually enjoy our gifts before having to do all the family stuff that comes around closer to the crazy Xmas thru New Year End of Holidays rush.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Spak-Spang on December 02, 2008, 11:51:55 PM
I think the price list should start at 500 points and there should be no maximum. People should expect to get at least a 500 point NES game, but if someone wants to go overboard, let them.
I see no reason at all to limit a maximum and say, hey you can't give more...because other secret santa's can't afford it...just don't EXPECT to get anything but a 500 point nes game. Though, I could see upping the lower limit to 800 wii points for at least a genesis/SNES game.
My only request is no WiiWare games.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on December 02, 2008, 11:56:26 PM
Someone should start a Secret Santa Mafia game... or is it really MML Off Season? (Made Men League) Khush... where you at?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Spak-Spang on December 03, 2008, 12:58:29 AM
stevey stated he wanted to do the next mafia game for mafia XXX so we are waiting for him to get it started.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on December 03, 2008, 01:20:29 AM
I'll join but at the moment I am not sure what is going to happen with my Wii. It has been making grinding noises ALL THE TIME. So I may get a new Wii friend code.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on December 03, 2008, 02:00:23 AM
I'll join but at the moment I am not sure what is going to happen with my Wii. It has been making grinding noises ALL THE TIME. So I may get a new Wii friend code.
Mine's almost @ the 2 year mark and its making the same noise. sounds like the drive might die soon.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: DAaaMan64 on December 03, 2008, 03:51:49 AM
Back to cartridges with us?
I'm down.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Spak-Spang on December 03, 2008, 10:52:20 AM
Have you tried the Wii Cleaning Kit that Nintendo has? Perhaps that will help fix the grinding. It is worth a try.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 03, 2008, 11:04:18 AM
I think the price list should start at 500 points and there should be no maximum. People should expect to get at least a 500 point NES game, but if someone wants to go overboard, let them.
I see no reason at all to limit a maximum and say, hey you can't give more...because other secret santa's can't afford it...just don't EXPECT to get anything but a 500 point nes game. Though, I could see upping the lower limit to 800 wii points for at least a genesis/SNES game.
My only request is no WiiWare games.
Thats kinda what i said in my post right before yours... whats with you spack you're ignoring everything i post lately, even this thread! (lol)
If everyone just list a game or two for every system available on the Virtual Console that they like, then there is no need for a maximum since if Person A can't afford a $10 N64 game, he can at least get Person B that awesome $5 NES game that was also on his wishlist.
Obviously if someone wants to go overboard, why stop them, but no one should expect anyone to go crazy.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: NWR_insanolord on December 03, 2008, 11:43:31 AM
I loved this last year and I'm in again this year. Now I've got to find some VC games that I haven't bought yet.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 03, 2008, 02:01:17 PM
Your fellow forum goers (mainly vudu i think) have been suggesting 15wp maximum, but i think if everyone includes a game or two from every system on the VC in their wishlist, it'll be fair to those who might not be able to afford some of the pricier games.
I'm on advocate of the 1,500 point suggested value because it means no systems get left out. If you choose 1,000 points your only real options are one N64 game, two NES games or one WiiWare game. (A NEOGEO game is also a possibility, I suppose because 900 points is close enough). But that means that SNES and Genesis games are pretty much SOL which is insane considering most of the best VC games are available on those systems. It also means that World of Goo is a no-go, which is the one game everyone needs to buy for one another. ;D
And if you say 500 points then the vast majority of people are just going to buy a NES game (or if they're feeling saucy a TG-16 game). Almost no one is going to spend $10 when they only expect to receive $5 in return.
Upping the limit allows people to get creative. It games I can get someone a very safe choice (e.g. Secret of Mana) and an "out-there" choice (e.g. Chew Man Fu).
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 03, 2008, 02:13:06 PM
1088 4237 8067 5333
I'll update a shopping list later.
Thread-master should compile a master code list up top.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 03, 2008, 03:31:49 PM
Your fellow forum goers (mainly vudu i think) have been suggesting 15wp maximum, but i think if everyone includes a game or two from every system on the VC in their wishlist, it'll be fair to those who might not be able to afford some of the pricier games.
I'm on advocate of the 1,500 point suggested value because it means no systems get left out. If you choose 1,000 points your only real options are one N64 game, two NES games or one WiiWare game. (A NEOGEO game is also a possibility, I suppose because 900 points is close enough). But that means that SNES and Genesis games are pretty much SOL which is insane considering most of the best VC games are available on those systems. It also means that World of Goo is a no-go, which is the one game everyone needs to buy for one another. ;D
And if you say 500 points then the vast majority of people are just going to buy a NES game (or if they're feeling saucy a TG-16 game). Almost no one is going to spend $10 when they only expect to receive $5 in return.
Upping the limit allows people to get creative. It games I can get someone a very safe choice (e.g. Secret of Mana) and an "out-there" choice (e.g. Chew Man Fu).
I see where you're coming from, but the simplest and fairest way is to NOT impose a set limit of Wiipoints to give. Times are tough man, I don't know about you but I'm on of the many Americans questioning whether or not I'll be employed come New Years Day (I work at a car dealership and so far like 5 Salesmen have been laid off, why would they not fire me when my job is less important than that?). To say everyone participating MUST purchase X amount of wiipoints and expect them to give all of them is just wrong.
I said this once and i'll say it again i love being a turleif everyone puts a game or two from every system on the VC, your Secret Santa will have a range of price options to choose from. Its simply the fairest way, and it worked out fine last year, no?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 03, 2008, 03:38:05 PM
I guess, but I fully expect most people to gift NES games.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 04, 2008, 10:11:26 AM
*GP is having wii issues at the moment **Daaaman64; i couldnt tell if the "I'm down" in his post was meant as part of his joke or agreement to sign up.
We need more people to join! I planned on setting a cut off date for the end of the week but with such a small amount of participants, I think i should wait it out. I need everyones feedback on when we should be sending out gifts, so I can set a cut off date for sign-ups and assign who gets who!
I want this secret santa to be better than last years!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Spak-Spang on December 04, 2008, 12:24:47 PM
Easycure you forgot me. I have signed up. Spak-Spang The Rescue Raptor.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 04, 2008, 12:47:37 PM
Easycure you forgot me. I have signed up. Spak-Spang The Rescue Raptor.
Oh no! How could I forget everyones favorite Rescue Raptor!?
Fixed it.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: UltimatePartyBear on December 04, 2008, 01:03:13 PM
Oh, fine. I'll join this year.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: BeautifulShy on December 04, 2008, 01:25:54 PM
Um EasyCure I don't have any points but could I sign up if I promise to send my giver something when I get points?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 04, 2008, 02:19:56 PM
That's not how Secret Santa works.
Also, just an FYI, I'm leaving for vacation on December 19 and won't be back until December 28. Ideally, I would like to send out my presents before I leave, but that will mean I'll need to have all my receiver's info by December 18 at the latest.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 04, 2008, 03:12:39 PM
Um EasyCure I don't have any points but could I sign up if I promise to send my giver something when I get points?
In the words of the Bloodhound Gang "nooooope, can't help you man" (A cookie to someone that names that song). Oh and like vudu said, thats not how Secret Santa works.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: decoyman on December 04, 2008, 03:17:47 PM
Aw heck, I'll sign up. I like surprises!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 04, 2008, 03:18:32 PM
excellent...
/Mr. Burns
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 04, 2008, 03:26:25 PM
Yeah I was thinking the same thing. It's probablt not going to be too secret in this region.
This makes me LOL The more the merrier, so if you want in thats fine by me. I'll add you guys, and anyone else who signs up, to the list later. I think i'll move it to the OP too, just to keep things organized.
I'll keep sign-ups open till some time next week, but i'm not sure the exact cut off date yet. I'll make an announcement at least 1 day in advance so its not a surprise to anyone.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 08, 2008, 09:44:49 AM
UPDATE!
I've added a list of all the participants (so far) to the OP, I'll try to add in friend codes as well (to make things easier until we get things rolling soon enough).
Oh and by the way:
Quote from: From the Original Post
PS. Sorry for the mishap before, I'll explain shortly
Hm, about that. Not sure if it was ever explained or not so I might as well add a li'l more meat to this post and do it here and now. BnM started that silly rant thread in the funhouse as way to stir things up on these, as of lately, dead boards. It was going to lead to an introduction of the Second Annual Secret Santa thread, but I'd never received the email he sent me prior to making his thread, so I ended up making the first Secret Santa thread, which i changed at his request to the My Story Time Thread. There, now you have the full story behind the confusion that happened there.
Oh and that reminds me:
I've updated my profile with my new preferred email address so feel free to email me any questions/concerns there, or of course you can always PM me (though my mobile email is the most convenient means of reaching me)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Toruresu on December 08, 2008, 07:36:37 PM
Can I suggest something?
In the spirit of giving, what if we use the 1500 Wii Points not as a maximum, but as a restriction. Meaning that you have to buy and give up to 1500 Wii Points. That way, you may give/receive more than one (or two or three in some cases) games.
What do you think?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 08, 2008, 07:39:51 PM
not up to me, I'm letting you guys decide so lets get everyone elses opinion!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: UltimatePartyBear on December 08, 2008, 07:48:13 PM
I think some of our resident paupers wouldn't like such a high minimum.
It occurred to me today that Nintendo limiting DLC shops to in-game menus takes a lot of potential fun away from gift giving. I would have found it awesome to give someone Chime's bikini, for example.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on December 08, 2008, 07:53:46 PM
No! you most likely have the most games out of all of us here
Am I that forgettable?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 09, 2008, 03:37:23 PM
Since no one's posted any of their info yet, I guess I'll start. ;D
Wii Friend Code: 4584 8871 6512 0150 Wii Region: United States
VC Games I Want: Act Raiser, Paper Mario, Shining Force II, Ninja Spirit, Kirby's Dream Course, Lords of Thunder, Mega Man III WiiWare Games I Want: Tetris Party, Groovin' Blocks, Orbient
Games I Do Not Want: Any Mario/Zelda/Metroid games--I still own the original cartridges and have played these games countless times. Harvest Moon--I'm waiting for the N64 version. Any sports, racing or fighting games (I tend not to like these genres). Anything else is fair game!
Note: The games I listed are merely suggestions and to give you a sample of my taste. Don't think of this list as all-inclusive. If you have something else you'd rather give me, feel free! Get creative! If you have a favorite game that you think I might like please share it.
That said, if you gift me something I absolutely do not want, I have no problem with rejecting it. I'd rather have something I'm going to play and I'm sure you'd rather not throw your money away on something I'm not going to touch.
Also, please note that I will be out of town from December 19 to December 28. I will not have access to my Wii. :(
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 09, 2008, 07:04:47 PM
Sign-Ups will officially close Thursday Dec. 11th, so anyone still interested in joining and hasn't spoken up yet do so before Thursday
Please provide all the requiered Secret Santa info in this thread to keep things organized. I'll add friend codes to the list on the OP as they come in order to make an easy reference guide.
Heres Mine:
Wii Friend Code = 8283 7169 9332 2685 Wii Region = North America/US
Game Wish List
NES SNES Kid Icarus Street Fighter2: Turbo SMB: Lost Levels
Sega Genisis WiiWare Shinobi III Lost Winds World Of Goo
I did the best I could to find titles across all platforms, but I'm not that familiar with the Master System, Genisis, Neo Geo or Turbo-whatever. The few titles i dont already own for N64 i either have downloaded or no interest in, so I can honestly say I don't want anything for that system.
I'm open to trying new things since thers alot of gems out there I might of never played, so surprise me if you like!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 09, 2008, 10:22:20 PM
Updated Original Post with as many of your Friend Codes as i could find!
Start getting your info in folks. I think i want to get the gifts sent out by Monday Dec 15th if possible, since vudu had to make things difficult and leave on the 17th(?) and not be back till the 28th(?)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 10, 2008, 01:44:06 PM
The 26th is a Friday, not a Monday.
As I said earlier in the thread, I'm planning on sending out my gift before I leave, provided I have all the necessary info.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 10, 2008, 01:50:33 PM
Updated Original Post with as many of your Friend Codes as i could find!
You got my hopes up. All you had to do was look in the Friend Codes forum.
3896-5984-8968-1451 U.S.A.
I'm open to nearly anything. I only don't want stuff I already own, but I'm too lazy to go through the VC catalog to point such titles out.
The search function is broken (and I'm mighty lazy), and I got every thing else from last years Secret Santa thread. The ones i'm missing are those who didnt participate, so its your fault!
I'll update the OP with your FC.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 10, 2008, 03:42:21 PM
You might want to wait until people confirm their friend code. I know Smash Bro has changed his Friend Code since the Wii launched and I'm sure he can't be the only one. We don't want anyone sending a $10 game to some random stranger who now owns SB's first console.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 10, 2008, 03:55:55 PM
You might want to wait until people confirm their friend code. I know Smash Bro has changed his Friend Code since the Wii launched and I'm sure he can't be the only one. We don't want anyone sending a $10 game to some random stranger who now owns SB's first console.
Each member is responsible enough to PM me, or notifty me within this thread, if their friend code is incorrect!
At least i hope so.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: Toruresu on December 10, 2008, 06:31:47 PM
*ahem*
*points at his December 8 edit on his first post*
Thank you :)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: DAaaMan64 on December 10, 2008, 07:04:20 PM
Thanks EC for putting it on :D
Friend code: 8050-5483-5267-1398
Wants: Lords of Thunder, The first Art Style game, Space Invaders Get Even + DLC, Mega Man 3, Star Parodier
I realize the point amounts here may not easily add up to 1500. If you only get it to add up to 12, 13, or 14 thats fine :D
And I'm open to anything else too. haha THANK YOU!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 10, 2008, 11:18:43 PM
1088 4237 8067 5333
Alien Crush Returns LostWinds
Castlevania
Super Castlevania IV Secret of Mana
Sin & Punishment
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 11, 2008, 10:20:19 AM
So how does everyone feel about gifting on either Monday or Tuesday? I know, I know.. the weekend is coming and forum activity goes down.. but if everyones able to put their wishlist up, I know I'll be able to assign who gets who, and send PMs out by Sunday the latest. Would that work?
If you'd rather not have it be so rushed, we can just let vudu send his gift out before he leaves and we'll do our own thing later on in the week. I need your opinions, NOW!
UPDATES!
I've added everyones Friend Code to the original post. You'll notice Dasmos and RAB are missing but they don't really count since they haven't posted here much, and theres no surprise in who is gifting them.
Also: SIGN-UPS CLOSE TODAY AT 5PM EST!
If you're late to this party, please provide your info ASAP! (Wii FC, region, optional wishlist!)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: vudu on December 11, 2008, 02:07:15 PM
Don't worry about my thing, just schedule it how it works best for everyone else. I have no problem with sending my gift out early and the not getting anything in return for a week and a half.
If it works better, I can wait to send out my gift until after I get back, but I didn't want whoever I get to feel left out on Christmas.
Plus, if I sent out a $15 gift, maybe the recipient will feel generous, send out an expensive present, and I'll start a chain reaction. ;)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Sign-up Thread (Attempt 2)
Post by: EasyCure on December 11, 2008, 02:17:26 PM
Don't worry about my thing, just schedule it how it works best for everyone else. I have no problem with sending my gift out early and the not getting anything in return for a week and a half.
If it works better, I can wait to send out my gift until after I get back, but I didn't want whoever I get to feel left out on Christmas.
Plus, if I sent out a $15 gift, maybe the recipient will feel generous, send out an expensive present, and I'll start a chain reaction. ;)
I like that logic. I'm still waiting to hear from everyone else but this thread/these forums seem to be pretty dead lately, but considering the time of year it is its understandable.
I guess what I'll do is assign gifters their giftee this weekend and if people wanna start gifting come monday/tuesday, do so, if not we'll wait.
By the way, everyone should be sure to add my friend code because depending on how generous I'm feeling the day we do send gifts out, I might send one lucky (random) participant a bonus gift. Maybe
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: vudu on December 12, 2008, 01:49:53 PM
Everyone should add everyone's friend code regardless. If you don't have your Secret Santa's friend code entered into your system he won't be able to send you anything.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: EasyCure on December 12, 2008, 06:24:45 PM
pfft, know it all. You're out of the secret santa! obviously i'm kidding
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: Kairon on December 12, 2008, 07:42:02 PM
AWWWW dang it! Missed the sign-ups!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: DAaaMan64 on December 12, 2008, 08:12:10 PM
EC, put Kairon in real quick. plz plz plz
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: EasyCure on December 12, 2008, 09:33:34 PM
I want to say no cuz this is the only time i have power over staff like this but... i can't resist. I miss pre-staff Kairon within the community so i'm going to allow this. Besides, we had an uneven number of participants, so this rounds it out.
Kairon post your info quick!
My car is dead so no going out tonight for me, I might send out PMs tonight to our particpants on who they have to gift. Any objections??
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: Toruresu on December 12, 2008, 10:16:19 PM
Eh, just to let you all know, I'll be taking a plane to Colorado Springs, CO the 17th and will return the 23rd. So, I will either send my gift the 16th-17th or the 24th-25th.
:)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: Kairon on December 13, 2008, 12:46:54 AM
I'm in? I'M IN! I'M INNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!
My Friend code: 3049 9700 0647 8791 <--- there fixed happy now PRO?!?
My region: USA
My wishlist:
Is Santa broke? No problem because four items on this wishlist cost just 500 Wii Points (Check the NES and WiiWare entries)! And just because they're cheap doesn't mean they're unwanted!
NES
Adventures of Lolo 2 (500 WP) Bubble Bobble (500 WP)
Genesis
Earthworm Jim (800 WP) Shining Force 2 (800 WP)
TurboGrafX16
Star Parodier (900 WP)
WiiWare
My Aquarium (500 WP) Space Invaders Get Even (500 WP)
Bomberman Blast (1000 WP) Home Sweet Home (1000 WP) Strong Bad Episode 2: Strong Badia the Free (1000 WP) Strong Bad Episode 3: Baddest of the Bands (1000 WP) Strong Bad Episode 4: Dangeresque 3 (1000 WP)
Games I don't want:
Difficult games Fighting games
Games I have:
Ugh... I have downloaded over 90 things from the Wii Shop Channel according to 10 items per 10 pages, including channels. I don't feel up to listing them all right now. You'd be well advised to stick to the above list.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 13, 2008, 04:14:07 AM
Kairon entered a fail number.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: Kairon on December 13, 2008, 04:44:58 AM
I dun fixt it
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 13, 2008, 05:01:18 AM
Tis the season.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: vudu on December 13, 2008, 10:08:25 AM
Besides, we had an uneven number of participants, so this rounds it out.
This makes no sense. It doesn't matter whether there is an even or odd number of participants. We're not "partnering up" so an odd number is just fine.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: NWR_insanolord on December 13, 2008, 10:17:44 AM
Damn, Kairon, if you're over 90 I think you've retaken the lead from me. I need to catch up.
Games I want:
Sega Master System: Sonic The Hedgehog 2
Genesis: Vectorman Sonic The Hedgehog 3
Super Nintendo: Secret of Mana
Nintendo 64: Sin & Punishment
WiiWare: Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 1 Art Style: Orbient
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: EasyCure on December 13, 2008, 01:01:54 PM
Besides, we had an uneven number of participants, so this rounds it out.
This makes no sense. It doesn't matter whether there is an even or odd number of participants. We're not "partnering up" so an odd number is just fine.
shut up you! i prefer even numbers dammit.
I'll be sending out PMs today, so start adding anyone you havent already!
Suggested gifting date: any time this coming week!? Why not, vudu and T...err, whats his name.. are leaving sometime in the middle of the week so they will probably gift early, so why not follow suite?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 13, 2008, 04:08:36 PM
agreed
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: Kairon on December 13, 2008, 06:26:24 PM
Besides, we had an uneven number of participants, so this rounds it out.
This makes no sense. It doesn't matter whether there is an even or odd number of participants. We're not "partnering up" so an odd number is just fine.
shut up you! i prefer even numbers dammit.
I'll be sending out PMs today, so start adding anyone you havent already!
Suggested gifting date: any time this coming week!? Why not, vudu and T...err, whats his name.. are leaving sometime in the middle of the week so they will probably gift early, so why not follow suite?
*ahem* T-o-r-u-r-e-s-u
Yeah, I'll be sending early. I already added everyone on the list, but only Kairon has confirmed me (this was earlier today, haven't checked tonight yet).
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on December 13, 2008, 11:39:19 PM
what is this Strong Bad game that people are listing?
SS Wishlist: (in order)
Secret of Mana - SNES ..... World of Goo - WiiWare .... ... .. . Super Street Fighter II Turbo - SNES (is this out on VC?)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: Kairon on December 14, 2008, 02:26:51 AM
So uh... still waiting for those secret santa assignment PMs!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: decoyman on December 14, 2008, 01:06:19 PM
I don't know what to ask for, and I'm too lazy to write down what I own on VC already... so, does anyone know if there exists, somewhere on the Intertubes, a comprehensive list of all titles that have been released on either WiiWare or VC in NA?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: EasyCure on December 14, 2008, 01:21:01 PM
I don't know what to ask for, and I'm too lazy to write down what I own on VC already... so, does anyone know if there exists, somewhere on the Intertubes, a comprehensive list of all titles that have been released on either WiiWare or VC in NA?
Besides, we had an uneven number of participants, so this rounds it out.
This makes no sense. It doesn't matter whether there is an even or odd number of participants. We're not "partnering up" so an odd number is just fine.
shut up you! i prefer even numbers dammit.
I'll be sending out PMs today, so start adding anyone you havent already!
Suggested gifting date: any time this coming week!? Why not, vudu and T...err, whats his name.. are leaving sometime in the middle of the week so they will probably gift early, so why not follow suite?
*ahem* T-o-r-u-r-e-s-u
Yeah, I'll be sending early. I already added everyone on the list, but only Kairon has confirmed me (this was earlier today, haven't checked tonight yet).
Heh heh.. sorry. You shoulda seen what i reffered to you as in a private conversation with Daaman64
I'll be sending PMs out after this post, promise!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: Toruresu on December 14, 2008, 05:20:28 PM
Ok, now I want to know what you called me ^_^
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: EasyCure on December 14, 2008, 05:42:58 PM
If you haven't already done so, please post a few VC games you want and maybe a few VC games you ABSOLUTELY DO NOT WANT so that your Secret Santa has something to go by
Feel free to start gift sending as early as tomorrow!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: Toruresu on December 14, 2008, 06:50:25 PM
Why, this has been one VEEERRRYYYY naughty boy! er... girl.... er...... child? YES! CHILD!
ohoh!
edit: Oh snap Santa works fast.
Eh??? I iz confoosaid
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: UltimatePartyBear on December 15, 2008, 12:46:10 PM
I don't have time to make a list, let alone check it twice. If my Secret Santa hasn't already bought something and needs a hint, try thinking of a game on the VC that surprised you by how much you enjoyed it. I'm hoping to get something that I wouldn't have considered getting myself. I'm sorry if that seems difficult.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: EasyCure on December 15, 2008, 01:48:44 PM
YOU SEEM DIFFICULT!
I'm going to be up front and let you know that I'm not going to send out my gift until Wed. evening. I have a few points on my account, but I haven't yet decided what gift to get, so I might not have enough. Wednesday I get paid so I'll buy some extra Wiipoints then and gift as soon as i get home, so be patient!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: vudu on December 15, 2008, 02:34:05 PM
NeoGeo Magician Lord (unless you know for a fact that this is a bad game! I know very little about it, as our weekly staff reviews are MIA)
The NWR review is right here (http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/vcArt.cfm?artid=14711).
Choice Quote:
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This is a brutal action game that ranks among the most difficult I've ever played in twenty years of gaming. Unfortunately, the difficulty comes not from challenging level design but rather from cheap shots delivered by enemies who are often out of sight. There are also many environmental hazards that you could not possibly avoid by skill alone. ... Magician Lord is poorly designed and not fun.
You might want to rethink that one. ;D
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 15, 2008, 02:34:53 PM
I'M ALL DONE
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: SIGN-UPS ARE CLOSED!
Post by: EasyCure on December 15, 2008, 03:14:40 PM
put spoiller inbetween the [] and after the / in the second set of []...?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Spak-Spang on December 15, 2008, 09:23:10 PM
I got Mario RPG and I am super excited. I only rented the game back in the day, and of course never got very far. Back then I couldn't appreciate RPGs...so now I can play it anew for the first time.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on December 16, 2008, 12:46:43 AM
I know I didn't sign up but I was given World of Goo!Thanks Kairon!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NWR_pap64 on December 16, 2008, 01:43:58 AM
Man, I wish I could've joined. But things are pretty bad around here. I am completely broke right now and can't afford a points card. I have 500 points saved up, but its for a very important game. :(
Hope you guys have fun, however! :)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on December 16, 2008, 01:51:14 AM
What game is that Pap64?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NWR_insanolord on December 16, 2008, 05:14:47 AM
Pro was awesome enough to give me Sin & Punishment and now my Wii is completely full again. Hopefully by next year's Secret Santa there will be a storage solution.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 16, 2008, 11:25:15 AM
Pro was awesome enough to give me Sin & Punishment and now my Wii is completely full again. Hopefully by next year's Secret Santa there will be a storage solution.
enjoy it, that game is bad-ass +10
I woke up today to see my blue light of rightousnes glowing... At first I ignored it thinking it was a Mario Kart tourney invite, but I checked it anyway before leaving to work and I was surprised to see that the lovely GoldenPheonix gifted me World Of Goo!
I didn't get to download it, but I will the second i get home. Hopefully I don't have to clean out the fridge, but if i do.. Good thing i finished Super Mario RPG (after putting it off for a bit) and DKC2 (finallly got 100%!). I'm stoked to play this after hearing nothing but good things from everyone. It sucks i have to work late tonight :(
Big thanks to GP, i thought you hated me! *huggles* lol
Who else has gotten their gift? I promise to send my gift out tomorrow, i need moneys!
Also, congrats to Kai for gifting something to Maxi even though he wasn't actually in the Secret Santa. Maybe next year buddy!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Kairon on December 16, 2008, 12:53:49 PM
I have exactly SEVEN blocks free. dear god.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NWR_insanolord on December 16, 2008, 01:03:56 PM
Your Christmas games had better have small save files.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on December 16, 2008, 02:49:41 PM
Yeah I'm looking forward to next year.Hopefully I have some points at the end of the year.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 16, 2008, 03:21:39 PM
Yeah I'm looking forward to next year.Hopefully I have some points at the end of the year.
Next time you buy points, just decide against buying any games and horde them till next year! ;)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on December 16, 2008, 03:24:33 PM
Egad, I haven't sent, received, or even added all the people on the list yet (though I think I have most, if not all, of you guys already from the original friend code frenzy when this whole thing started up).
And tonight I have a friend visiting... looks like it may have to be tomorrow...
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on December 16, 2008, 03:31:30 PM
I have a question about points. How much can you hold in your account at a time?Is there a limit to how many points you can have?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 16, 2008, 03:44:45 PM
Egad, I haven't sent, received, or even added all the people on the list yet (though I think I have most, if not all, of you guys already from the original friend code frenzy when this whole thing started up).
And tonight I have a friend visiting... looks like it may have to be tomorrow...
no biggy! We didnt have a specific gifting day this year because everyone (two people) had somewhat weird schedules. I haven't sent my gift out either!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NWR_insanolord on December 16, 2008, 03:59:45 PM
You can't have more than 10,000 points (100 dollars) at one time.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 16, 2008, 04:16:08 PM
that seems like its not much but it really isnt considering how rarely i use the VC. Oh well.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on December 16, 2008, 04:48:07 PM
You can't have more than 10,000 points (100 dollars) at one time.
I thought it was that much but I wasn't sure.Thanks Insanolord.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Kairon on December 17, 2008, 12:41:21 AM
Man, Space Invaders Get Even is a nice concept... a concept I had an idea for several months ago! DARN! Taito beat me to it!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on December 17, 2008, 12:42:58 AM
ATTENTION SECRET SANTA: DO NOT SENT ME A PRESENT AT THIS TIME
I'm prepping to send my console to Nintendo for repairs (this is the second time, for those of you keeping score at home) and I'm not sure when I'm going to get it back. I don't want anything getting lost in the shuffle.
I'm probably the only person in the world who's been through two consoles already. :(
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on December 17, 2008, 12:47:04 AM
What in the world do you do to them?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: DAaaMan64 on December 17, 2008, 01:54:39 AM
Vudu just gifted me Kirby's Adventure! I'm not sure why because it wasn't on my list, but I freakin' love this game! So seriously thanks vudu for sending it!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NWR_insanolord on December 17, 2008, 04:54:20 PM
ATTENTION SECRET SANTA: DO NOT SENT ME A PRESENT AT THIS TIME
I'm prepping to send my console to Nintendo for repairs (this is the second time, for those of you keeping score at home) and I'm not sure when I'm going to get it back. I don't want anything getting lost in the shuffle.
I'm probably the only person in the world who's been through two consoles already. :(
A friend of mine had to send his back soon after he got it and then again later to fix the Brawl dual-layer issue. I wonder if anyone has topped my record of being on my 4th DS with each problem either coming after the system was out of warranty or not covered by the warranty.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 17, 2008, 10:32:44 PM
I wanna apologize to the person I'm supposed to gift; I can't get my wii online at the moment and due to being out doing some car repairs, I just don't have the time to mess with this at the moment. Hopefully tomorrow, but at the latest the weeks end, I'll be able to send out your gift.
As for everyone else: How are you liking your gifts?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on December 18, 2008, 01:10:41 AM
I love my gift!I like how you have to figure things and not just have easy puzzles.I am a little stuck but its fun trying to figure out the solution.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Kairon on December 18, 2008, 02:18:21 AM
Star Parodier seems like it was made for me! *sighs happily*
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 18, 2008, 09:58:33 AM
Since i have this extra deciding... i realize now i don't know what to get my secret santa person/thing!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: UltimatePartyBear on December 18, 2008, 11:29:22 AM
I got my present last night. It gives me another chance to play through Secret of Mana with a friend, which is awesome.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Dasmos on December 18, 2008, 07:53:55 PM
I'm probably the only person in the world who's been through two consoles already. :(
Talk to Infernal.
Also I sent my gift to my not-so-secret Santa today.
Good to hear! You guys hadn't posted in awhile so I wasn't sure if you even bothered.
I sent my gift out last night.. it made me feel good after being stressed out with some car repair/money issues, I hope my giftee likes it but I don't think he's been around lately..
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on December 20, 2008, 12:02:54 PM
Thanx Secret Santa, my gift of Secret of mana brings back so many fond memories. Now I just need to find a friend that will play through the majority of the game with me. I wish VC was altered to play multi-player online, Cause now I have to buy a second classic controller too.
Oh & same Secret Santa 2 years in a row!? what a Twist!! coincidence! Thanks EasyCure
Thanx to WiiFit, Lolo & SoM I played my Wii for 11 hours yesterday & beat Adv. of LoLo for the 1st tiime with the help of a friend.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Kairon on December 20, 2008, 02:39:24 PM
Thanx Secret Santa, my gift of Secret of mana brings back so many fond memories. Now I just need to find a friend that will play through the majority of the game with me. I wish VC was altered to play multi-player online, Cause now I have to buy a second classic controller too.
Oh & same Secret Santa 2 years in a row!? what a Twist!! coincidence! Thanks EasyCure
Thanx to WiiFit, Lolo & SoM I played my Wii for 11 hours yesterday & beat Adv. of LoLo for the 1st tiime with the help of a friend.
D'oh! I remembered last year you couldnt find your classic controller, now you need another one!?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on December 20, 2008, 06:55:59 PM
I need a second classic controller to play SoM multi-player right? or can I use GC controllers? I'd rather not be tethered to the console if possible, but I like to not have to buy another classic controller too.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NWR_insanolord on December 20, 2008, 11:29:30 PM
SNES games are compatible with the GC controller, though the buttons being in different places can make it difficult to adjust to, or even impossible like in the case of most SNES platformers.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: RABicle on December 20, 2008, 11:32:02 PM
My secret santa sent me World of Goo the morning it was released! LOVE YOU SO MUCH DASMOS.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 21, 2008, 04:23:07 PM
I still haven't heard anything back on my screening process. Hint:Any mention of Jane Austen is insta-win
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Toruresu on December 24, 2008, 09:28:56 AM
I got some bad news...I extended my trip for one more week, my gift to HA! Nice try! is sitting there, doing nothing. I apologize for the tardiness :(
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on December 24, 2008, 11:31:35 AM
DAaaMan64, did you get the third gift I sent you? Just wanted to make sure it didn't get lost.
Also, assuming you're a Club Nintendo member, does it show up in your games list? I didn't get any coins for gifting it to you; did you get them or are they lost forever?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: DAaaMan64 on December 24, 2008, 01:24:39 PM
THERE'S A THIRD GIFT @_@, No I haven't looked at it. But the Shop channel doesn't tell my message board about gifts, I have to get on the Shop channel to find them.
Whatever it, THANKS. heh I'll jump on after work.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 24, 2008, 06:50:17 PM
EVERYONE CLEAN OUT YOUR FRIDGES
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Kairon on December 24, 2008, 10:33:17 PM
Oh snap. Thanks to EasyCure, I'm gonna sleep with the fishes tonight.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: DAaaMan64 on December 25, 2008, 08:31:40 PM
Vudu, I got your other gift :D thanks. I'll start that soon. I freakin' love Mega Man, and 3 will be great too. As an update, I'm almost done with Kirby's Adventure, it's addictive :). haha World 6. I'm about half way through Orbient, and thats a damn good game.
Seriously vudu, thanks.
EasyCure, thanks a ton for Lords of Thunder, this game is completely awesome. I've only played a couple of levels but it's real good. haha The sounds outrageous and awesome.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on December 25, 2008, 10:56:26 PM
ATTENTION SECRET SANTA: DO NOT SENT ME A PRESENT AT THIS TIME
I'm prepping to send my console to Nintendo for repairs (this is the second time, for those of you keeping score at home) and I'm not sure when I'm going to get it back. I don't want anything getting lost in the shuffle.
I'm probably the only person in the world who's been through two consoles already. :(
I see that Vudu has sent gifts. Does that mean he got his Wii fixed?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on December 26, 2008, 01:09:37 PM
Nah, I sent my gifts out before I had to send my console in for repair. I sent it out last Thursday. I imagine Nintendo's received it but I doubt they've had much of a chance to fix anything yet. I'll probably get it back by the end of next week or the beginning of the following.
Good thing I have Dragon Quest IV to keep me busy. :)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on December 26, 2008, 02:38:28 PM
Nah, I sent my gifts out before I had to send my console in for repair. I sent it out last Thursday. I imagine Nintendo's received it but I doubt they've had much of a chance to fix anything yet. I'll probably get it back by the end of next week or the beginning of the following.
Good thing I have Dragon Quest IV to keep me busy. :)
Please bump this thread when you get it back.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on January 01, 2009, 12:41:59 PM
Good news! Nintendo shipped back my Wii yesterday! With any luck I should have it by late next week.
So what did everyone get? Anyone get any surprises? I always like it best when you get a present you didn't specifically ask for. What's the point in getting a game you were going to buy anyway?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on January 01, 2009, 06:21:06 PM
you have the money left over to buy something else ;)
I'm sure everyone here got some surprises, maybe three people or so haven't recieved them yet however...
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on January 08, 2009, 06:39:06 PM
YIPPEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
I got my Wii back today. It's as good as new!
My friend code hasn't changed. BRING ON THE PRESENTS!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on January 08, 2009, 07:03:45 PM
My friend code hasn't changed. BRING ON THE PRESENTS!
Same friend code? Hope mine has the same one too.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on January 08, 2009, 07:25:08 PM
Yeah, no worries. This is the second time I've had to send my Wii in for repairs. This time I got my same system back; the first time I received a new one. Both times all my save files, friend codes, and Miis were in tact. (When I got the new system I had to redownload my channels/games, but that wasn't a big deal).
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on January 09, 2009, 12:38:18 AM
I never got a present from my Secret Santa. :'(
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: DAaaMan64 on January 09, 2009, 01:12:21 AM
is this true secret santa of decoy?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on January 09, 2009, 01:21:17 AM
Wait, unless it was GP?
But I think it was actually Mr. Green in the Library with the Candlestick!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on January 09, 2009, 04:16:30 AM
Vudu i still owe you, as well as Partybear and one other poster.
I don't understand.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on January 09, 2009, 02:54:59 PM
Oh, i guess it wasn't made clear but i sent everyone who participated a bonus gift on top of whatever their secret santa got them. You, vudu and one other poster didn't recieve one because.. well honestly i ran out of wii points and have been too lazy to buy more (i dont own a credit card). I sent the gifts out either xmas eve or xmas day without mentioning it, as to be a total surprise.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on January 09, 2009, 03:04:52 PM
Oh, i guess it wasn't made clear but i sent everyone who participated a bonus gift on top of whatever their secret santa got them. You, vudu and one other poster didn't recieve one because.. well honestly i ran out of wii points and have been too lazy to buy more (i dont own a credit card). I sent the gifts out either xmas eve or xmas day without mentioning it, as to be a total surprise.
EasyCure can actually be a nice guy. ;)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Kairon on January 09, 2009, 03:30:12 PM
EasyCure is like, awesome. More awesome than Farcry; Instincts. Almost as awesome as Sprung.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on January 09, 2009, 04:04:38 PM
Oh, i guess it wasn't made clear but i sent everyone who participated a bonus gift on top of whatever their secret Santa got them. You, vudu and one other poster didn't receive one because.. well honestly i ran out of wii points and have been too lazy to buy more (i don't own a credit card). I sent the gifts out either Xmas eve or Xmas day without mentioning it, as to be a total surprise.
Bonus Gifts!!? I better go check My Wii. I didn't see anything in there (message box that is).
Lies. I'm sure i got you a second gift after your original (i was your secret santa afterall)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on January 21, 2009, 10:47:24 AM
It's nearly four weeks after Christmas...
DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR SECRET SANTA IS?
The answer is yes, yes you do. I am the only one who doesn't know.
:'(
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on January 21, 2009, 10:50:53 AM
Whooops... I emailed him and he's on extended vaction.. uh.... What game do you want? I'll gift it to you tonight?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on January 21, 2009, 11:33:02 AM
Nah, don't worry about it EC. I'm fine waiting. I just didn't want the Secret Santa thread to fall off the first page. :P
Actually, I'm busy enough right now that I wouldn't even have time to play a new game. Thanks anyways, though!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on January 21, 2009, 02:00:05 PM
ok Well whenever you get some free time and want something new to play, lemme know.
When I recieved the email back from your SS he didn't specifiy how long his vacation was extended till, so I'll gladly fill the role. My thread anyways.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on January 21, 2009, 03:05:01 PM
A couple weeks ago Black N Mild gifted me Tetris Party. THANKS!
I'm enjoying the game greatly--it's Tetris! What's not to love?
This is my first Tetris since The New Tetris for N64. The infinite spin is going to take me a while to get used to. It almost seems like cheating, but it's practically required above level 12.
I'm horribly disappointed by Field Climber. I was super-psyched about this mode when it was first announced, but in practice it just doesn't work. That, or my brain is just too old to re-teach how to play Tetris. I beat all 10 levels and I don't see myself trying again any time soon.
However, I love the Shadow mode. It puts a great twist on classic Tetris game but it's different enough to be completely fresh experience. I've beat 28 of the 30 levels (completely stuck on level 29). In the meantime, I've gone back and I'm trying to get 100% (i.e. no pieces outside of the shape) on the ones I've already beat.
I haven't even touched the online mode yet.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 22, 2009, 01:49:15 PM
Bonus Gifts!!? I better go check My Wii. I didn't see anything in there (message box that is).
Lies. I'm sure i got you a second gift after your original (i was your secret santa afterall)
I checked my Wii Twice (weeks ago now) & I never recieved a second gift, but honestly don't worry about it. I haven't even been able to put in more than 3 hours into SoM yet as I have barely been home since the new year started. I peromise to enjoy that game from start to finish again only this time with hopefully 1 other player by my side.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on January 22, 2009, 02:08:10 PM
Bonus Gifts!!? I better go check My Wii. I didn't see anything in there (message box that is).
Lies. I'm sure i got you a second gift after your original (i was your secret santa afterall)
I checked my Wii Twice (weeks ago now) & I never recieved a second gift, but honestly don't worry about it. I haven't even been able to put in more than 3 hours into SoM yet as I have barely been home since the new year started. I peromise to enjoy that game from start to finish again only this time with hopefully 1 other player by my side.
Meh. I must of left you out of my notes. You'll get yours... *shakes fist*
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: DAaaMan64 on April 23, 2009, 03:26:09 AM
decoyman, did you EVER get a gift?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on April 23, 2009, 04:08:34 AM
If Toruresu was Decoyman's Secret Santa he hasn't been online since January 12th. Come to think about it he hasn't been on since the Peanuts Mafia game.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: DAaaMan64 on April 23, 2009, 04:30:19 AM
His last post is IN this thread.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on April 23, 2009, 04:35:42 AM
Oh. Well hopefully decoyman got his present.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on April 23, 2009, 10:03:06 AM
What would you like Decoyman? I'll get ya anything you like on VC or WiiWare.
I apologize on behalf of Toruresu, I did contact him awhile back and he said he was still on his vacation, i believe i contacted you as well to fill you in on the situation and you said it wasn't a big deal and you'd wait (or something along those lines) but this is ridiculous. I can't let this sorta thing happen, and I shoulda been more on top of it. Just PM me and we'll take care of this.
Don't let this keep any of you from participating in this years Secret Santa either!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on April 23, 2009, 10:59:18 AM
Yeah, you were a good host, EC, no worries. I'd actually forgotten about it until DAaaMan brought this thread up again (thanks!). You did contact me awhile back, and I did say, "Nah, I'm sure he'll be back at some point, at which point he can get me the game." I don't know what sort of vacation lasts like 4 months (a good one, I guess).
Ok, so I'll take you up on it then, kind sir. How about Super Mario RPG (the SNES one)?
edit: oops, didn't read far enough back up. Thanks DAaaMan!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on April 23, 2009, 01:30:11 PM
Decoyman it wasn't me that bumped this it was DAaaMan64. I don't want to take credit where it isn't due.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on April 23, 2009, 01:53:00 PM
EasyCure never sent me my special gift. I feel cheated!! (kidding)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on April 23, 2009, 03:48:38 PM
Yeah, you were a good host, EC, no worries. I'd actually forgotten about it until DAaaMan brought this thread up again (thanks!). You did contact me awhile back, and I did say, "Nah, I'm sure he'll be back at some point, at which point he can get me the game." I don't know what sort of vacation lasts like 4 months (a good one, I guess).
Ok, so I'll take you up on it then, kind sir. How about Super Mario RPG (the SNES one)?
edit: oops, didn't read far enough back up. Thanks DAaaMan!
You got it! I'll do that tonight after work buddy!
Hm i hope he's not on a PERMANENT vacation...
I also don't wanna jump to conclusions and say he's a bastard that signed up for this to get a free vc game out of it... but maybe i should hit up the bastard thread in the funhouse.. ;) Didn't he post regularly (for a new guy) before this thread was set up? I don't remember that far back anymore.
Yeah, you were a good host, EC, no worries. I'd actually forgotten about it until DAaaMan brought this thread up again (thanks!). You did contact me awhile back, and I did say, "Nah, I'm sure he'll be back at some point, at which point he can get me the game." I don't know what sort of vacation lasts like 4 months (a good one, I guess).
Ok, so I'll take you up on it then, kind sir. How about Super Mario RPG (the SNES one)?
edit: oops, didn't read far enough back up. Thanks DAaaMan!
I think I got you something, don't remember what lol.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on April 23, 2009, 04:08:51 PM
Yeah, you were a good host, EC, no worries. I'd actually forgotten about it until DAaaMan brought this thread up again (thanks!). You did contact me awhile back, and I did say, "Nah, I'm sure he'll be back at some point, at which point he can get me the game." I don't know what sort of vacation lasts like 4 months (a good one, I guess).
Ok, so I'll take you up on it then, kind sir. How about Super Mario RPG (the SNES one)?
edit: oops, didn't read far enough back up. Thanks DAaaMan!
I think I got you something, don't remember what lol.
No i believe you gifted me. I had a remember having a post-it on my monitor to know who was assigned who in case something like this came up.
You were the last name i pulled outta my hat lol
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on April 23, 2009, 04:11:30 PM
Yeah, you were a good host, EC, no worries. I'd actually forgotten about it until DAaaMan brought this thread up again (thanks!). You did contact me awhile back, and I did say, "Nah, I'm sure he'll be back at some point, at which point he can get me the game." I don't know what sort of vacation lasts like 4 months (a good one, I guess).
Ok, so I'll take you up on it then, kind sir. How about Super Mario RPG (the SNES one)?
edit: oops, didn't read far enough back up. Thanks DAaaMan!
I think I got you something, don't remember what lol.
No i believe you gifted me. I had a remember having a post-it on my monitor to know who was assigned who in case something like this came up.
You were the last name i pulled outta my hat lol
Yeah you were my "official" giftee, but I mean I think I got Decoyman something as well that wasn't related to the thread.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on April 23, 2009, 04:12:07 PM
Yeah, you were a good host, EC, no worries. I'd actually forgotten about it until DAaaMan brought this thread up again (thanks!). You did contact me awhile back, and I did say, "Nah, I'm sure he'll be back at some point, at which point he can get me the game." I don't know what sort of vacation lasts like 4 months (a good one, I guess).
Ok, so I'll take you up on it then, kind sir. How about Super Mario RPG (the SNES one)?
edit: oops, didn't read far enough back up. Thanks DAaaMan!
I think I got you something, don't remember what lol.
No i believe you gifted me. I had a remember having a post-it on my monitor to know who was assigned who in case something like this came up.
You were the last name i pulled outta my hat lol
Yeah you were my "official" giftee, but I mean I think I got Decoyman something as well that wasn't related to the thread.
Oh ok, so i should just say "screw it" and not give him anything? Thats how i took it ;)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NWR_insanolord on April 23, 2009, 08:07:36 PM
Oh man, my backlog is getting really out of hand, the bumping of this thread reminded me that I still haven't played Sin & Punishment that Pro got me.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on April 23, 2009, 08:24:39 PM
I still haven't gotten Sin & Punishment for MYSELF yet.
stupid leftover unused 200 pts
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on April 23, 2009, 10:22:11 PM
Buy $10 worth of points you're set!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on April 24, 2009, 12:21:08 AM
i'm sorry, it's 700 pts. i checked.
now i's in CONUNDRUM
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on April 24, 2009, 09:21:24 AM
I'm browsing this thread at work, and had to minimize the window because I had a customer at my desk but not before glancing over this particular post. I didn't read the post, but I did notice this one word because it obviously sticks out due to the caps.
I came back to read it thinking it was one of Pros awesome words like The CONDumUnit or Lotion Puss.
I'm sad now.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on April 24, 2009, 09:53:02 AM
NUMBERO ONE-O: GP, shhh!!!! >:(
NOOMBER DOSE: Pro, why don't you just buy an NES game, and then enact vudu's strategy? CONUNDRUM DE-CONUNDRUM'D
NUMERICO THRES: I think DAaaMan invented the word (phrase?) CONDUMUNIT...
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on April 24, 2009, 12:21:58 PM
NOOMBER DOSE: Pro, why don't you just buy an NES game, and then enact vudu's strategy? CONUNDRUM DE-CONUNDRUM'D
NUMERICO THRES: I think DAaaMan invented the word (phrase?) CONDUMUNIT...
*Ignoring your post* i forgot to send the game. Shoot me a wiimail so the blue light can remind me to do so whenever i get home tonight (if i go home tonight lol)
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on April 24, 2009, 12:38:36 PM
S'alright, I'll blue-light you tonight. I was busy with Fire Emblem Radiant Dawn anyways.
What an awesome game, btw. With Ike, Nephenee, Soren (maxed EVERY STAT, what a rockstar) and Haar, I could easily beat the entire game. Heck, Ike very nearly solo'd several maps when he was needing the XP.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on September 09, 2009, 09:12:59 AM
Did I ever come through with this?
Tell me now before I waste up my wii points!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on September 09, 2009, 11:58:54 AM
Who are you talking to?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on September 09, 2009, 12:06:02 PM
Decoyman of course!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on September 09, 2009, 01:26:13 PM
10 months later? really? now you ask?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on September 09, 2009, 02:16:46 PM
I was sifting through the general chat section to find the New Music Thread and saw this one, remembered I promised Decoyman to get him something because his Secret Santa failed to do so.
Gotta make sure I right my wrongs before the THIRD ANNUAL SECRET SANTA THREAD OF GIVING!
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on September 09, 2009, 02:27:16 PM
Does anybody has his email or are able to send him a Wiimail?
I just checked and I don't have either.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: vudu on September 09, 2009, 02:31:38 PM
I'm still waiting for my bonus gift. :(
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on September 09, 2009, 02:42:47 PM
Due to the economy, your bonus gift has been revoked ;)
Also, I hear vudu sucks.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: BeautifulShy on September 11, 2009, 11:14:17 AM
Decoyman did EasyCure give you your gift?
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: decoyman on September 11, 2009, 11:49:49 AM
Oh hai guyz.
Easycure, you took care of me awhile back. I think we waited until like April or May and when Toru was a no-show, you sent me something. Don't remember which one, exactly... maybe Super Mario RPG? So, I am covered, thanks! :D
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: EasyCure on September 11, 2009, 12:50:16 PM
Easycure, you took care of me awhile back. I think we waited until like April or May and when Toru was a no-show, you sent me something. Don't remember which one, exactly... maybe Super Mario RPG? So, I am covered, thanks! :D
Ok good. I remember waiting for Terimisu* but I just couldn't remember if i ever actually sent you a gift. I'm pretty sure it was now SMRPG now that you mention it, sweet. Let us never speak of that damn poster again, and let this thread die in peace.
*Not users real name.
Title: Re: Second Annual Secret Santa: Thread Of Joy
Post by: Toruresu on December 12, 2009, 11:54:00 PM
Easycure, you took care of me awhile back. I think we waited until like April or May and when Toru was a no-show, you sent me something. Don't remember which one, exactly... maybe Super Mario RPG? So, I am covered, thanks! :D
Ok good. I remember waiting for Terimisu* but I just couldn't remember if i ever actually sent you a gift. I'm pretty sure it was now SMRPG now that you mention it, sweet. Let us never speak of that damn poster again, and let this thread die in peace.
