Other Worlds Archive

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Skyrim

On this day goes on sale Skyrim, of Bethesda .

It has been over 30 years since young people began to create computer fantasy games on systems originally designed for the calculation, data tables, and applications "serious". Those digital pioneers created marvels that allowed users primitive machines like the Atari, Commodore, Spectrum ... dream of other worlds, adventures, castles, mazes, and dragons.

As was the case with Morrowind, " Skyrim "comes from the region of the continent of Tamriel where is set the stage of the game. The northern regions of Skyrim are the cradle of humanity and of the empire, from which the imperial family line of Septim and the home of the Nords, a civilization with clear Nordic influence.

200 years have passed since the events of Oblivion, the rule has lost its power and thus, the control and influence over Cyrodiil . We thus find that Tamriel is a rather different with respect to the end of the third era. The nationalist anxieties in different regions has soared, and the life of the continent has been rocked during these 2 centuries, including the violent explosion of the Red Hill north of Morrowind, which has pushed many dark elves from their homes, or Umbiel the appearance of a floating city powered dreadful souls. The Elves of Morrowind have gained power and land, which has revived the old border conflict between them and Skyrim, a conflict which can only worsen own internal problems of the northern tribes, to enter into a civil war after the death of their King.

Amid the chaos, the Empire is reborn beating the disappearance of the Septim bloodline. And for this, to forge alliances with enormous sacrifices that will only increase the internal stresses and local resistance.

What's more, those with knowledge and responsibility to interpret the prophetic scrolls that give name to the series, the "Elder Scrolls", and reveal the signs of an old prophecy that seems to hang over Tamriel: the advent of the devourer of worlds Alduin the Dragon God, who will bring a new rise of the dragon and with them, the fall of the empire and the humanoid races.

Because in an era prior to the creation of the empire, reigned supreme dragons and humans were little more than food. But from the cold mountains of Skyrim arose a lineage known as the "Born of the Dragon" (Dragonborn), chosen by the gods loved to face the dragons.

Equipped with skills that made them rivals, it was thanks to these heroes that dragons were almost exterminated, the clans were unified and their seeds begat the human empire under the strain of Septim.

The lineage of the "Born of the Dragon" there is almost no trace. The only carrier in the blood touched by the gods do not even know of their condition, and starts the game locked in a cold dungeon for a crime not important (in the purest tradition of Bethesda). After his escape, during which he created the character, should unite their people, discover the ancient legacy of his race, and deal with the dragons to prevent his ascension to power.

But not everything has to be so serious ... so I leave one of the best humorous video I've seen in a long time ... we will not take very seriously the world of Elder Scrolls ... for it is graphically very impressive, however great and interesting it may seem to the world created by the folks at Bethesda .... I?

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Monster Manual Online

I've been hanging around a while how to expand the material on the Atmosphere in Târríen, and I think the best way would be to do the way they have always developed fantasy worlds in various RPGs ( RPG ) that have been appearing since Ernest Gary Gygax (27 July 1938-4 March 2008) would create the role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons with Dave Arneson, published in 1974 by TSR.

So I've been looking at how to do, whether to include game statistics or not. And, if so, what system use. Because the descriptions are good, but I think statistics can also better understand the main characters (PP), the secondary (PS ... or how they were always called, non-player .. NPC's), and creatures that populate the world. So surely if you use statistics and, quite possibly, use the system d100 with modifications ... But here comes another demis problems ... I have all the time I want. So "the thing" go slowly.

Well, while my bearings and see what to put and where, I'm reading all I can (time ...) in an attempt to gather ideas here and there, and I found a website a must for all those who still play AD & D or are curious for this edition of D & D. This is a website that has an extensive bestiary, sorted from A to Z, with pictures of each of the animals to color.

Are you evil? ... Well that is in English. Although not think this is an impediment to enjoy reading.

- AD & D material, and can find the 3 volumes of the first RPG created history in 1974, and the first 4 supplements published between 1975 and 1976 ( link ).

- The Great Bestiary, with material from the epidemiology Greek, Norse, Celtic, China and Japan and the world of JRR. Tolkien ( link ).

- Compilation of material DNDLand ( link ).

- Further in Taringa ( link ).

- Material D & D 3 and 3.5 in Spanish-English ( link ).

- Various equipment from D & D ( link ).

- The Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia is in the Castilian translation project ( link ).

- Medieval Bestiary ( link ).

- If you do not know by now what are you reading ROL games on the website of ministry of education or a professional publishing ( DeVir ).

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Geek Pride Day 2011

Another year passes and we have here a new Geek Pride Day, in this case the VI.

This day of celebration for many of us emerged as a popular initiative in an attempt to claim the right to be geek to anyone who wants it.

The choice of date is no coincidence, since it was first held on 25 May 2006 to commemorate the official opening of 'Star Wars: A New Hope' in 1977.

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- On Day 25 there will be a 5% discount to all geeks and 10% for all the geeks in disguise.

- Day 28 and there will be a Trivia Geek, also a Magic tournament.

And in other Spanish cities will organize activities like.

And these only in Spain ... because this day is an event not to stay within our borders ... but all the geeks of the world are invited to enjoy ... worldwide, as shown in the video.

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If you are a geek (Gammer, geek or otaku) ie if you like the technology of video games or anime this is your big day. Shout me everyone I AM GEEK! We are happy to be so!, Demonstrate it.

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Game of Thrones does not decay ... and now in Spanish

The weeks go by and, chapter after chapter we see how this literary jewel comes alive with the energy of a true blockbuster.

In the network are all the episodes of the series because, luckily for "non englishparlantes" we are fortunate that Canal + has issued the series in Spanish ... with online play and everything ( Battle Cry ), where you control one of smaller houses in the west ( relationship between the houses ).

If, as you read. Game of Thrones is a "Christian" in the language of sr. Cervantes. Here you can see for yourselves if you do not believe me:

Chapter 1. - Winter is coming

Chapter 2. - The Way of Kings

Chapter 3. - the Snow King

Chapter 4. - Crippled, bastards and broken things

Chapter 5. - The Wolf and the Lion

Chapter 6. - A Golden Crown

Chapter 7. - You win or you die

Chapter 8. - On the side of the Point

Chapter 9. - Baelor

Chapter 10. - Fire and Blood

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A blast ... from which, as always, there are detractors (not everything would be praise) ... I found a website that criticizes the series and books for several reasons. I found it interesting to hear another point of view and because constructive criticism is always good to improve, I put the link for you to read and you can say.

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The series "Game of Thrones" does not disappoint

It is shown ... the boundaries between films released in theaters and on TV have released the same qualities come atener technical, budgetary and casting ... at least in the American market. Series such as Blood Brothers, The Pacific, The Sopranos or Walking Dead, among otrasm have been those that have opened our eyes ... and, more recently, Game of Thrones (Game of Thrones) of the U.S. cable network Home Box Office ( HBO) has been also leave us open-mouthed.

A staging impressive, epic, both in an argument addressing the drop-financial complex as shown.

Game of Thrones (Game of Thrones) could well have been filmed as a fantastic series as was done masterfully on the other hand, with the trilogy of The Lord of the Rings. However, the brains of HBO were ahead of the big studios and snatched the possibility (though ... who knows if it will end up taking it to celluloid?).

However, since we have three episodes have shown that, with money, effort, good actors and, above all, good documentation of the novel (that's why they have been advised of the author himself), you can make a big series.

Unfortunately in Spain we can not see the serial cable ... and still waiting for its release in Spanish by Canal +. However, to whet your appetite you can enjoy the original versions (with subtitles for those not fluent in the language of "sakespeare" :) the second episode ( The Kingsroad ) and third ( Lord Snow ).

Enjoy the wait.

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Advancement of 15 minutes "Song of Fire and Ice"

As we say elsewhere, and we already know, the new HBO series "Game of Thrones" will see power struggles, family feuds, sibling rivalry, sex, hairy men on horseback, dueling with swords and supernatural powers ... a joy for the eyes and senses shot by the fact that the same George RR Martin is "very involved in the project" and all changes that will inevitablemete in the script, will have their approval.

In this premiere, we see the adaptation of the first pages which introduced two of the many elements that have throughout the series: The Night's Watch, which keeps the security of the Seven Kingdoms of the terrible creatures that are beyond the Wall, and the Stark family, Lords of Winterfell with Stark Eddard head, Guardian of the North.

We're not counting the days for the premiere of the series ... Although already premiered on HBO on April 17 in U.S., we have to wait until May 9 at Canal + Spain ... or see subtitled internet ...

[Tube] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAkzHnPcMR8 [/ tube]

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New official trailer for "Song of Ice and Fire"

As I posted above, HBO is about to release the filming of the first season of "Song of Ice and Fire" by George RR Martin, for the enjoyment of readers of the novel River.

Here you have another official trailer ... "longer and more intense than previous." Hope you enjoy.

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The Chronicles of Narnia - 7 audiobooks

When there is little time for the premiere of the third film based on the books of CS Lewis, The Voyage of the Dawn, these 7 audiobooks (click on the cover) can help us understand a little better this rich fantasy world fit for all the government set in Narnia .

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First official Trailer Song of Ice and Fire - HBO

The Wall, Guard of the night, the usurper or Lord Eddard Stark. The geography of names, place names and emotions that populate the saga of writer George RR Martin (1,948, New Jersey) "Song of Ice and Fire" charge finally killed by HBO. For many, Martin is the modern equivalent of Tolkien, an author for whom the epic comes naturally, can translate into the pages of his books a world of legend that is surprisingly familiar to both the reader accustomed to the area and for those who the first visit.

Since in 1996 the first installment of the series, A Game of Thrones, was made with the Nebula Award (one of the most important in the fantasy genre), his legion of fans has continued to grow to finish making the U.S. a true mass phenomenon. It is estimated that of the four books he has written to date (expected to tell the saga of seven deliveries) has sold seven million copies worldwide.

The HBO (responsible for shows like The Sopranos or The Wire) jumped at the opportunity and became in 2008 the rights to A Song of Ice and Fire, but it was not until last November when network executives could see the pilot, shot for two months in Ireland, Scotland and Morocco, which would serve to make a decision regarding the feasibility of the project. It should not go completely wrong thing when just a few days ago announced that the company had given final green light to shoot the first season of the series (with a work plan that includes adapting a book a year) with a view its release in 2011. The project would add nine episodes plus the pilot.

As stated in a previous post, the news that HBO had given the green light to begin filming the first season of "Song of Ice and Fire" by George RR Martin was a wonderful surprise for all of the novel lectortes river.

Now I leave the priemr official trailer ... "short but intense." Hope you enjoy.

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HBO approves the pilot Song of Ice and Fire

Was tremendous news for the readers of this series that HBO had given the green light to begin filming the first season of Song of Ice and Fire by George RR Martin. In the casting, one of the first player was confirmed by Peter Dinkage HBO in the role of Tyrion Lannister. The actor, American by birth, is a dwarf like the character you represent. Moreover, it was announced that Tom McCarthy would be the director of the series pilot, which began filming in October in Ireland and Morocco, will be released in 2011.

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