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by Ra
Mon Mar 09, 2009 1:55 pm
Forum: Philosophy & Theology
Topic: Changes in US Religious Landscape
Replies: 23
Views: 13136

Naturally, Louisiana is the only state with a significant "Other Christian" uptick. We really are the nation's asshole.
by Ra
Mon Mar 09, 2009 12:50 am
Forum: News & Politics
Topic: North Korea in famine situation
Replies: 2
Views: 842

The Minx wrote:These famines seem to be a perennial problem over there.
What else is to be expected when you have an arrogant madman running the country? He feasts and has a big belly while his people starve and dig through garbage, eat birds, and whatever else they can find just to keep from starving to death.
by Ra
Wed Jun 11, 2008 2:15 pm
Forum: Science & Logic
Topic: Paper - ...Stronger than Iron?
Replies: 3
Views: 1309

Gives the paper tiger a whole different perspective. If it's stronger than steel, I wonder if it's strong enough for a space elevator? Think of it; a paper tower to the stars. :razz: But aside from that, if they run with this it could mean the end of our over-reliance on oil derived plastics; or at ...
by Ra
Fri Oct 26, 2007 2:40 am
Forum: News & Politics
Topic: Indian-American wins in Louisiana
Replies: 3
Views: 1229

Gee, I'm celebrating. I frankly can't give a bucktoothed fuck that Jindal isn't white, he's still a republitard. I was no fan of Blanco either, though. (thanks for ensuring LA will never have another female governor, jackass ) Even from that short article, Jindal's agenda is madness. Cut taxes and i...
by Ra
Mon Oct 01, 2007 6:09 pm
Forum: Science Fiction
Topic: Star Trek - Make the Borg scarey
Replies: 2
Views: 2413

I always figured the problem was that the Borg were intimidating and mysterious when first introduced; the problem was that they made an enemy that was too powerful, and had to make them a bunch of wusses to be something the Feds could actually beat. Because in Trek the "good guys" always win. :P Th...
by Ra
Tue Sep 18, 2007 2:02 pm
Forum: Gaming & Technology
Topic: Looking to Buy a Laptop - No idea where to start! Eeek!
Replies: 20
Views: 5902

Don't buy a Toshiba Sattelite. I made the mistake of doing that and I'm stuck with a US$1,000 piece of utter shit. That is all.
by Ra
Thu Sep 06, 2007 6:09 pm
Forum: News & Politics
Topic: Shouldn't Researchers be doing something useful...?
Replies: 7
Views: 1656

This research is about as useful to society as the Pentagon's research into psionic teleportation. Jesus, these damn researchers will waste money to prove that water is wet! :roll:
by Ra
Wed Sep 05, 2007 5:30 pm
Forum: Science Fiction
Topic: Possible Galactica:1980 DVD Release
Replies: 19
Views: 8364

What are you all talking about? What is this Galactica: 1980 you speak of? There is no such thing.[/denial]
by Ra
Tue Sep 04, 2007 11:25 pm
Forum: News & Politics
Topic: Chavez Vows Revenge For Falklands War
Replies: 11
Views: 2576

I was being facetious with the "5 ships" comment FYI, but it's comforting that the RN still has a decent sized fleet.
by Ra
Mon Sep 03, 2007 6:19 am
Forum: News & Politics
Topic: Chavez Vows Revenge For Falklands War
Replies: 11
Views: 2576

Doesn't the RN have only like five ships now? :lol: The Argies and Chavez's boys might have a fool's hope of winning. (Though with Argie Mirages being shot down by Sea Harriers in the last war I doubt they'd fare well against the RAF's Eurofighters, assuming they could get them over there. If the si...
by Ra
Wed Aug 29, 2007 5:12 pm
Forum: Science & Logic
Topic: Study shows Homophobes Are Hidden Gays
Replies: 3
Views: 1707

And tomorrow they will release a study that indicates water is wet. :razz:

Seriously, I've (and probably most everyone) heard "homophobes are closet gays" joked about for years, and it's amusing and somewhat unsurprising to see that it has, in fact, basis in reality.
by Ra
Wed Aug 29, 2007 3:25 am
Forum: News & Politics
Topic: Chechen rebel leader's associate killed in gunfight
Replies: 1
Views: 758

The rebels undoubtledly already have a replacement lined up for him, but good riddance nonetheless.
by Ra
Fri Aug 10, 2007 5:28 pm
Forum: News & Politics
Topic: Russia's Cossacks rise again
Replies: 3
Views: 1127

Probably the vast majority. In our "modern" society spouse abuse is far too common, I expect it'd be damn near universal a society of backwards patriarchal dogmatists like this. Oh but they're "traditional", work hard, and believe in (their personal ideal of) God, that makes it all peachy. :roll:
by Ra
Sat Jul 21, 2007 5:55 pm
Forum: Great Hall
Topic: Annoying thing from childhood
Replies: 6
Views: 2030

They were that stupid at my school; I was friends with a girl for a time when I was in about 4th Grade and eventually distanced myself completely from her because of other students saying we were "in love".
by Ra
Sat Jul 14, 2007 9:33 am
Forum: News & Politics
Topic: ATTN: Americans (national health care)
Replies: 80
Views: 11177

Or why I dislike American democracy, if I may be more specific. Universal healthcare will never become a reality in this country because people either dislike it for the reasons stated above, or (the prevailing reason I've noticed) the Joe Sixpacks and Jane Soccermoms all scream "ZOMFG SOCIALIZM!!!"...
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 1:31 pm
Forum: Out of Character
Topic: Post-Apoc OOC
Replies: 19
Views: 9052

Awesome. As the only person alive who wants Kerrigan to kick everyone's ass in SC2 (a false hope, sigh), I heartily concur.
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 12:40 pm
Forum: The Kitchen Table
Topic: TGOD - Post-Apocalyptic Wackiness
Replies: 54
Views: 27328

Ra was back on the Aurora's bridge staring blankly into monitors as Qil'Yah stepped up, resting her hands upon his shoulders. Ra leaned back and closed his eyes, as if in deep thought. "Still wondering where Vexule went?" the Klingon chuckled. "Slightly... she was a good crewmember, at least," Ra mu...
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 12:22 pm
Forum: Out of Character
Topic: Post-Apoc OOC
Replies: 19
Views: 9052

Human instinct, I suppose when people get hopeless they find solace in intimacy. But anyway, I like the way this TGOD is developing thusfar. Rather than page-long expositions about galaxy-shaking events we're posting little one-line character interactions on a personal level, making the TGOD's... in...
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 12:04 pm
Forum: The Kitchen Table
Topic: TGOD - Post-Apocalyptic Wackiness
Replies: 54
Views: 27328

"To power," Vexule echoed as she drew in the glass, taking another light sip from it before setting it down on a nearby table. She then gave him a sultry expression, smiling narrowly.
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 11:59 am
Forum: The Kitchen Table
Topic: TGOD - Post-Apocalyptic Wackiness
Replies: 54
Views: 27328

"It benefits us both, reciprocity in its most raw form," Vexule nodded. "A thing to be savored. I will aid you, and we will be... partners in many senses of the word."

Vexule put forward her glass to make a toast.
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 11:41 am
Forum: The Kitchen Table
Topic: TGOD - Post-Apocalyptic Wackiness
Replies: 54
Views: 27328

Vexule took the bottle and examined it, a soft smile coming onto her lips. She answered, "Ah, an excellent vintage." Taking a pair of glasses she popped the bottle open, pouring some of the blue liquid into them and taking in the scent. Relaxing, Vexule took a light sip of the ale, closing her eyes ...
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 10:22 am
Forum: The Kitchen Table
Topic: TGOD - Post-Apocalyptic Wackiness
Replies: 54
Views: 27328

"Romulan Ale?" Vexule smiled, walking into the bedroom. "I'd love that. Wine just doesn't suit my pallet." She then took a seat on the edge of the bed, running a hand through her long black hair. Despite the Master's descriptions of his ship being ancient she found it far more inviting than the old,...
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 2:15 am
Forum: The Kitchen Table
Topic: TGOD - Post-Apocalyptic Wackiness
Replies: 54
Views: 27328

Vexule followed him, briefly pondering what Ra had to be thinking. She mused, "I can only guess what he thinks now, having been abandoned with a Klingon. This 'Master' says he departed the station; going by the technology of this device we could be virtually anywhere. No matter. I'd rather be enjoyi...
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 1:49 am
Forum: The Kitchen Table
Topic: TGOD - Post-Apocalyptic Wackiness
Replies: 54
Views: 27328

OOC: Now Ra is stuck with the Klingon. :lol:
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Vex softly nipped at his ear, whispering, "Important business."

The Romulan loosened her belt, letting it fall to the floor. She then ran her hands across the Master's shoulders and up his neck, pressing her chest against his.
by Ra
Wed Jun 20, 2007 1:37 am
Forum: The Kitchen Table
Topic: TGOD - Post-Apocalyptic Wackiness
Replies: 54
Views: 27328

Vexule stepped in, closing the door and eyeing the Master suggestively. She walked up close to him, running a soft finger across his nose and asking, "Tell me, does this incredible ship of yours have a bedroom?"