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| Topic Started: Nov 5 2008, 04:45 PM (651 Views) | |
| Trainer X | Nov 5 2008, 04:45 PM Post #1 |
In the Key of Chanukah
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State of the Union Despite the apparently downward trend in activity since the board came back up (seriously, who didn't see that coming?), the staff has been hard at work on restoring the board to its former glory. Profile restorations are well underway, and we're conducting them in systematic phases. We hope to have these completed as soon as possible. Unfortunately, I am disappointed to announce the removal of one of my fellow administrators, especially at a time like this. However, at least for the time being, Wanderer Shawn has been removed from the administrative staff. I'm not going to go into detail now, but we hope that Shawn will follow through on the determination he showed after being removed, and that his name will be orange again sometime soon. Meanwhile, the rest of the administrative staff is hard at work on restoring things inside the board. TMM has been hard at work for the past week, and is nearly done uploading the emoticons. Sorry guys, no Platinum sprites yet, but we're still looking at the possibility for the future. Novoni and I have also begun work on revitalizing R2R, and we'll have more information on that next week. I'd also like to thank shadow_rukario, who graciously recreated and sent me quite a few of the lost OI-Dex entries. But while you wait, don't just sit around and sleep! At at time like this, we need all the activity we can get. There are plenty of general discussions to use. Start a new forum game (didn't we have a mafia going?), post a thread about a new band you like, anything!  Apologies and Such But on the flip side, I feel that I owe you guys an apology. While the rest of the staff has been working hard to get things up and running again, I haven't been contributing much. Maybe I've been riding on the possibility of the information being restored for too long. Maybe I'm a bit depressed about what happened. Or maybe I'm just overloaded with schoolwork and stuff. But regardless, that's no excuse. From here on out, I hope to do as much as I can to help restore OI to what it once was. Most likely this effort will be focused on R2R, something that has been worked on by very few people so far. Stay tuned!  A Ray of Sunshine... On the bright side, we have a lot planned for the near future. As soon as the RPG is open and underway again, we hope to restart the Power of Three event that was cut short. We also have a promo planned (it was going to be a Halloween promo, but of course, that wasn't meant to be). For those of you that noticed, we have a special theme up in celebration of Halloween. We hope to be able to do this with many holidays and occasions in the future, with Thanksgiving being the next one. The Halloween theme goes down tomorrow, so enjoy it while it lasts! We also have a few other secrets that I won't go into detail about here. You'll just have to keep your eyes peeled!  -Trainer X -Signing His Announcements Again |
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| AliasBot | Nov 5 2008, 05:02 PM Post #2 |
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Go to Halloween skin, or Gazalaxy Black, it makes a certain secret hidden in the above post much easier to see....starters for a new region, perhaps? |
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| Error | Nov 5 2008, 05:04 PM Post #3 |
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Personally I'd like to wait a little bit before we restart the event. My plot was in scrambles trying to fit it in before the last event. And the restart is the perfect time to mend it. I want some characterization time before I get back to using my Pokémon. Especially because I'm not going to let the restart go unnoticed by my character. I've been meaning to thank you. The last thing that happened in my story had me being enveloped in a glow and disappearing. Where I turn up.... well thats anybodies guess. Then again, so is when! But I might be the only one who wants some mending time. EDIT!!!!!! OMGOD THE SHADOWS THE SHADOWS! Come on you all know I love them. What was its name again. Flarious FALARIOUS!!!!!!! DAMN IT I'M TO EXCITED TO SPELL!!!!! OR REMEMBER!!!! ASADLFKJADSLFKJADSLFKJADSLFKKALDSFJLADSKFJLADSFJLADSF Edited by Error, Nov 5 2008, 05:18 PM.
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| Trainer X | Nov 5 2008, 05:25 PM Post #4 |
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Flarios called to inform me to inform you that he will be unable to personally inform you that he will not be able to be here to inform you of his not being here. |
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| Error | Nov 5 2008, 05:30 PM Post #5 |
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I'm assuming that means you haven't titled the picture something obnoxiously simply like Flarious. Which I can see is true  But the fire line is hot!
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| Trainer X | Nov 5 2008, 05:33 PM Post #6 |
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In lay man's terms, Flarios is not in any of these images. And he has also informed me that he would appreciate it if you spelled his name correctly. |
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| Error | Nov 5 2008, 05:36 PM Post #7 |
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OOOOOOOOOOO! Darn it TX. I have to work in less then half an hour. You can't get me this excited! Eh no point in crying over spilt milk..... Oh and if you don't mind can you tell Flarios that I sincerely apologize? I'd tell him myself but I have trouble recognizing him :p or her.... apologize if I got that wrong too. |
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| shadow_rukario | Nov 5 2008, 05:44 PM Post #8 |
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These are new shadows, so they are not THE shadows. There is no bird, and one line looks like bears. Also I'll have some more movesets once I feel like typing them out. Edit: Just noticed something in the HTML. GrassSA FireSA WaterSA Maybe Zeralis Starters, as you get to choose a new starter if you choose to restart and Zeralis currently has no starters (unless you count the OI starters as Zeralis starters. Edited by shadow_rukario, Nov 5 2008, 06:16 PM.
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 Blade of Awakening Discussion: Blade of Awakening Normal Team  [41]  [40] [BlackGlasses]  [42] [Black Belt] [40] [ ]  [41]  [40] My Updating Rules: No asking for updates in my topic. Only PM me for an update if you really need one (haven't been updated in 48 hours). You may ask me for an update on MSN once every 24 hours, and only if my status is online. | |
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| Second Exile | Nov 5 2008, 10:39 PM Post #9 |
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Why does this topic change my skin from Gazalaxy Black to OI Default? TX, fix it. Also sadness big time because I have to rewrite all my plotline for my player profile that made TE think he knew me irl. Speaking of, you need to add that back in if you haven't already, the forum to post those in. Edited by Second Exile, Nov 5 2008, 10:40 PM.
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| Error | Nov 5 2008, 10:58 PM Post #10 |
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Actually these are the shadows. You just don't have them loged iin your memory like I do obviously. I can guarantee you that much. And seeing how the other lines have already been mentioned.
The first member of every evolutionary family was a part of The Shadows Can somebody please agree with me on this? I'm sure I've seen those before! |
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| shadow_rukario | Nov 5 2008, 11:06 PM Post #11 |
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I'm sure they were too. Also I want that bear looking thing, and it probably wants to eat my head. I also have the Mafia stuff saved if anybody wants to continue it. |
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| Trainer X | Nov 5 2008, 11:08 PM Post #12 |
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It changes because the Announcement forum is set to use the OI Default theme, regardless of what theme you're using. |
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| Phoenix | Nov 5 2008, 11:20 PM Post #13 |
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I want to continue it. Edited by Phoenix, Nov 5 2008, 11:21 PM.
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| Error | Nov 5 2008, 11:22 PM Post #14 |
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I'm hoping they are the promo. But I know they aren't. I've got a question when is the stadium going to be up. The one where you make custom sprites. Just curious. |
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| Trainer X | Nov 5 2008, 11:24 PM Post #15 |
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Not for some time, at least a few months. We didn't have much progress made towards its completion before anyway. |
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| Error | Nov 5 2008, 11:28 PM Post #16 |
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Ya okay. I just really REALLY like the idea. I wanted to see Novoni sprites some stuff! And was going to learn how to scratch for that. Or at least get permission from someone and just crazy alter their sprites. |
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| Trainer X | Nov 5 2008, 11:43 PM Post #17 |
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Don't worry; after R2R, the Free Stadium (that's its prototype name, it's final name will be much cooler) is our number one priority. Not that we're not unique already, but the Free Stadium will truly set us apart as a 'one-of-a-kind' Text RPG experience. Whether you're a spriter, a hardcore competitive battler, or just the average Pokémon fan, I think you'll enjoy yourself there. Remember, it's not just for battling your own sprites. And if you forget the details about it, here's the original thread: http://orangeislands.net/topic/325983/1/ Heck, maybe we'll even turn it into a community project and see what happens from there. |
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| Novoni | Nov 6 2008, 12:44 AM Post #18 |
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Error, Flarios and I will gladly take you on once the Free Stadium opens. |
 thanks for the sig, oykawoo!  [20]  [46]  [48] [41]  @Exp.Sh[32]  [20] profile! adventure! | |
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| Trainer X | Nov 6 2008, 12:47 AM Post #19 |
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I call Draether and Min-*shot* |
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| Amerac | Nov 6 2008, 09:29 AM Post #20 |
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I call the grass one it looks coolest and also I WANT TO KEEP THE HALLOWEEN SKIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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| Reznal | Nov 6 2008, 09:42 AM Post #21 |
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In my defense, it was a weird as hell coincidence. |
I'm an RPG mod, you can PM me for an update when your adventure has not been updated in 24 hours. [49 @ Charcoal] [54 @ Exp. Share]  [50@ Soft Sand] [51 @ Expert Belt]  [49@ Mystic Water] [51@ ]
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| TheMusicMan | Nov 6 2008, 09:47 AM Post #22 |
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I am part of the RPG staff, you may PM me for an update if you need one. Do not PM me more than once every 24 hours for an update. This may result in an infraction. Team as of 1/3/09 at 5:42 PM EST: Spoiler: click to toggle
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| Dragonfire | Nov 6 2008, 09:53 AM Post #23 |
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Well then I call Millen*absorbed and taken away AGAIN* |
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| Amerac | Nov 6 2008, 10:36 AM Post #24 |
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Don't worry I'll save you....... *gets kidnapped* |
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| TheMusicMan | Nov 6 2008, 01:07 PM Post #25 |
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I am happy to report, after long hours in front of a daunting screen, all of the original 493 Pokémon, from Abomasnow to Zubat, are DONE. *collapses* |
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I am part of the RPG staff, you may PM me for an update if you need one. Do not PM me more than once every 24 hours for an update. This may result in an infraction. Team as of 1/3/09 at 5:42 PM EST: Spoiler: click to toggle
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| Novoni | Nov 6 2008, 02:28 PM Post #26 |
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*steps over TMM and kicks gun away* Almost all the other OI pokes should be there, too. If I forgot any (there's probably one or two, since I was just going by the index, which isn't up to date) let me know. Also threw in a few others for kicks, mostly little items and the badges.          
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| Scizordoom | Nov 6 2008, 03:05 PM Post #27 |
He watches, watches from the shadows...
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Well thanks for the update! I hope OI gets back to its Glory soon! Edited by Scizordoom, Nov 6 2008, 03:11 PM.
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| Ace | Nov 6 2008, 03:18 PM Post #28 |
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Then I've got Rai-*shot*, Charc-*shot* and Forres-*shot* Also, thanks to Novoni and TMM for doing profiles and sprites respectively. I hope we have everything done by New Year, or my birthday in 30 days or so! |
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I'm an RPG mod. You can PM me once per 24 hours for an update. Feel free to ask me for an update in my journey (though I usually get whoever updates me back). My Profile My Team: (Pokémon [Level@Item]) [62@Expert Belt] [35@Exp Share]  [67@Sharp Beak] [63@ ] [64@CB] [62@Expert Belt]
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| AliasBot | Nov 6 2008, 04:20 PM Post #29 |
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I don't care what the politicians say, machine guns are FUN. *reloads* Anyway....*puts bulletproof dome around self*....I claim Doomsay and Astrelleo. And The Shadows. |
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The only thing I have in my goddamn signature is this link to my RPG Profile. RPG Team: @Choice Band [46] @None [43] @Mystic Water [47] @Charcoal [40] @ [43] @Exp. Share [34]Join Team Aurora! That is all. | |
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| TheMusicMan | Nov 6 2008, 05:05 PM Post #30 |
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Later tonight I'm going to start going through and adding moves to profiles (likely boxed stuff, and just general filling in where needed). |
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Can you add my ion to my team while your at it? |
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| thedude27 | Nov 6 2008, 05:28 PM Post #32 |
Who wants to come with me and melt in the sun?
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Uhh... didn't you trade it away to A&I >_>? |
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| Trainer X | Nov 6 2008, 06:02 PM Post #33 |
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You guys still can't beat my Min-*shot* The angel of TX requests that Novoni would add his new favorite Pokémon to the dex in his honor. |
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| thedude27 | Nov 6 2008, 06:11 PM Post #34 |
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| Tyreximus | Nov 6 2008, 06:14 PM |
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