CodenameApocalypse In reply to ??? [2007-05-07 03:51:50 +0000 UTC]

And how!

What happened to you, man? I remember you saying something about problems with your internet connection before you signed off for over four weeks straight!

It's good to see you're back, Joseph, really.

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Love-is-blind In reply to ??? [2007-04-26 18:31:25 +0000 UTC]

random hello from a random deviant!
p.s. how are you
p.s.s visit my page plz!

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MiniMoose64 [2007-03-29 01:12:55 +0000 UTC]

To be honest with you, it's nothing practical.

I've finally gotten used to the hardships of the job (and my co-workers), I opened a bank account (showing, for quite possibly the first time in my life, responsibility with money), I have talked with several artists who are ready to make a deal join I.I.A.S. Ltd. and I've been practicing driving with my father and it won't be long before I get my actual license.

In short, I've been making great advancements not only for myself, but for my company. I should be feeling like the happiest son-of-a bitch alive...but, for some reason, I don't.

Like I told you on that journal entry of your return after that Big Bear trip, I share a serious addiction to deviantART. I have to sign on at least once a day or it'll just eat away at me until I do.

It's the ultimate online community to talk to people and make friends with the art you make. I truly love this place and I'll never leave, so long as I am alive. I swear that is the truth!

But therein lies my dilemma. The past several deviations were plainly filler, nothing more and nothing less. Small afterthoughts that don't deserve to be in my gallery. For some reason, I am just plainly unmotivated to draw, despite the many great ideas I get on an almost daily basis.

I guess my ideas really have surpassed the limitations of Microsoft Paint. I feel like a caveman, carving with primitive tools, trying make just as astounding and immersing art as any one of the artists I admire.

This applies for "Deviation No. 33", which I have been working on for nearly THREE MONTHS now and, of course the gift art I promised a while back.

Now that I have some money saved away, I could get one of those image-editing programs to improve my art. I seem 'em all the time at Best Buy. Paint Shop Pro IX especially, I know is widely used by my favorite artists. But, even if I did buy it, the problems with this computer probably wouldn't allow it to run it properly or at all without shutting down.

So in the meantime, I'm forced to carve away at an idea that is long obsolete in relation to current news and my gallery is being cluttered with small giimicks in a desperate attempt to stall for time for any one of these things to happen:

1.) This laptop finally kicks the bucket and we get a new computer.

2.) "Deviation No. 33" finally gets finished and uploaded.

3.) The end of the world. (And right now, I'm sort of dawning towards this one.)

I'm finally getting things done and making advancements with my ideas, but it doesn't show on my deivantART page. Every time I log on and see those little "filler" deviations I put up, I just cringe with embarrassment.

Right now, I do feel my actual life is going great. It's creative rut that got me boiling. I never experience a shortage of things to draw, but right now, I'm experiencing a shortage of motivation of drawing with my current style and an insufferable computer that prevents me from taking my ideas further.

I'm sure this thing will blow over soon. Thank you for your concern, Joseph and reading this ridiculously long comment
-Jason Mena, Founder and Project Leader
International Innovations Animation Studios Ltd.

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MiniMoose64 In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-05-05 04:03:16 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome.
The comment wasn't long.
I enjoy reading your comments and jorunals.

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MiniMoose64 [2007-05-07 04:03:20 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the thought. But all that I was griping about back then is old shit! In three weeks' time, I'll have enough for a new custom tower, and "Deviation No. 33" was finally completed, as you've no doubt seen. Still don't have my license, but I'm not complaining.

Hey, if you really like reading my comments, then I've got a surprise for you! You remember this picture? It's how I first met you.

[link]

Well, it turns out you weren't the only one who disagreed with my first comment, but didn't have the guts to face me about it.

[link]

When, just by chance, I returned to that picture and saw what that prick said, I used all my knowledge on Halo and Metroid to trash him and everything he said about me. The guy never said shit afterwards and if you read some of the other comments left by those who read what I said, they agreed with me! It's my longest comment ever and it will certainly give you the single biggest in-depth look at the "Halo Versus Metroid" movie project.

Enjoy!

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MiniMoose64 In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-06-10 05:04:53 +0000 UTC]

Oh my God....I really sorry, Jason. I was a total asshole....

HO-LEE CRAP!! It's like reading a book!! I can't believe how long that is! I even calculated the file size of text. It's 12,946 bytes.

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MiniMoose64 In reply to ??? [2007-03-28 02:44:59 +0000 UTC]

Breach, eh? I've never heard of it.

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MiniMoose64 [2007-03-28 03:07:36 +0000 UTC]

Don't worry. It came out February 16th so it should still be in theaters.

It's based on the true story of Robert Hanssen, the most dangerous spy in the history of the United States.

For a period of 22 years, up to his arrest on February 18th, 2001, he sold secrets to the Russians after the fall of Communism. Industrial and military secrets and even the identities of covert operatives in the Russian government, all for $1.5 million.

This movie already had great appeal to me because not only was it true, it was interesting to me. I first read about the real case back in Middle School and I was hoping they would make a movie out of it.

It portrays the last two months of the investigation, the agent. Eric O'Neil, assigned to uncover proof of espionage and eventually leading to Hanssen's arrest.

It truly captures the sense of human intelligence versus counter-intelligence. The music was composed by Mychael Danna. I picked up the album on Amazon.com and it is simply beautiful.

It's not exactly James Bond, but it's a real-life espionage thriller that I highly recommend you to see, Joseph,
-Jason Mena, Founder and Project Leader
International Innovations Animation Studios Ltd.

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MiniMoose64 In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-28 23:34:42 +0000 UTC]

Only 1.5 million! He shoulda gotten more than that! I remember hearing about his case in one of my "Spy" books.
I also remember seeing a trailer for this film. I'm gonna see if its still in theaters here in California. Thanks for the recommendation!

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to Milkb0ne [2007-03-26 18:25:01 +0000 UTC]

Well that's just a matter of opinion. Indeed that Sean Connery was the original and best of them. "Goldfinger" is my favorite of him.

I never saw "In Her Majesty's Secret Service", so I don't have an opinion on George Lazenbery, who only played James Bond once.

Some may not agree with Roger Moore for making light of the character.

Timothy Dalton...let's skip him.

Pierce Brosnan, was the first Bond I saw in the movie "Goldeneye". I think he was one of the best, but some of his movie's plot lines got too convulted.

Daniel Craig made a spectacular performance in Casino Royale. I had my doubts at first but, when I saw it in the theaters, I honestly found it hard to imagine Pierce Brosnan doing the same stunts and be as new and invigorating to the series.

They definitely needed a fresh start and they pulled it off great. I'm still in the process of reading the original novel and it astounds me how faithful they were to it and re-translated some of the elements into the 21st Century.

So while no one can ever truly replicate Mr. Connery's charisma, I definitely look forward to the next one with eager anticipation in light of this new, more humanistic James Bond,
-Jason Mena, Founder and Project Leader
International Innovations Animation Studios Ltd.

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Milkb0ne In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-27 05:02:45 +0000 UTC]

Sometimes I just don't understand a word you post

Now is one of those times

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to Milkb0ne [2007-03-27 05:37:23 +0000 UTC]

...How exactly?

Do I use too many advanced words or something? If so, I can't help it. I am, after all, an amateur philosopher, science-fiction novelist and filmmaker.

You never said anything about this during the time you wanted advice on the upcoming surgery.

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MiniMoose64 [2007-03-24 18:45:12 +0000 UTC]

10 all the way!

I also got it about a day after it came out and freakin' love it more than ever!

It was the one thing to crown off the best year of my life to date. (Graduation from high school, getting to visit my families in both Costa Rica and New York and the return of James Bond!)

Come see this picture again when you've seen the opening sequence. I bet you will laugh from it.

[link]

Speaking of movies, have you seen "Breach"? It's based on the true story of the worst spy in U.S. History and has some real nice music.

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PlompCat In reply to ??? [2007-03-12 17:00:54 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a lot for the fav and the comments left on 'Frisky Whippet'

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to PlompCat [2007-03-12 18:00:33 +0000 UTC]

But of course Jaqui,

You favorited two of my pictures, I had to return the favor. I really liked the art and the paintball quip.

Please stand by later tonight for a note of the final details concerning the package.

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PlompCat In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-12 19:47:39 +0000 UTC]

No problem. I shall be sure to keep an eye open for your note. Thank you!

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MiniMoose64 [2007-03-09 01:21:08 +0000 UTC]

I wish...

No, this picture was Marching Band Practice, taken at around October 2005 on the back lot of my old High School.

That's me (wearing a bandana over my head) taking a water break. That activity was fun, but very exhausting. That's my Trumpet lying behind me.

It's the one thing I actually miss about High School.

I drink like a fish so I thought this was a fitting picture for my webcam. None here shall see my face just yet!

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MiniMoose64 In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-09 02:45:17 +0000 UTC]

I thought it was an airport cause of the orange number cone thing. As well as the large concrete area. I drink a lot of water too. (but more like a plant)

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MiniMoose64 In reply to ??? [2007-03-08 02:51:48 +0000 UTC]

Woo! Congratulations on your 1,000 page view break!

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MiniMoose64 [2007-03-08 03:19:33 +0000 UTC]

*sniff* I never thought I would ever see this day...

No time to rest now! I'm getting noticed now and I don't plan to disappoint!

I've got a ton of new things to draw once I get your giftart done...if I ever break my ridiculous addition to the deviantART site itself!

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MidNight-Vixen [2007-03-06 06:09:21 +0000 UTC]

OY! (the combined weight forces me to the ground, *THUD!*)

Alright, I confess!
I'm planning to join the Falco Fan Club and submit my birthday giftart for Ms. Bosch as my first piece! *looks up* Oh crap! Curse my compulsive honesty!

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MidNight-Vixen In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-06 06:56:17 +0000 UTC]

really? ^^ cool... you just have to watch the club and i'll add you

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MiniMoose64 [2007-03-06 01:57:34 +0000 UTC]

Oh no! Not the Spam! Anything but that!

*faints*

...Seriously, who eats that stuff?

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MiniMoose64 In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-07 00:10:38 +0000 UTC]

I don't. Its like the most vile substance on earth. :vomit:
But what I really mean was the "computer spam".

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MidNight-Vixen In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-06 05:46:24 +0000 UTC]

i do XD

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MidNight-Vixen [2007-03-06 17:22:51 +0000 UTC]

Uh-oh!

In the immortal words of Michael J. Caboose (from Red Vs. Blue): "You know, I wasn't actually scared...until right just now."

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MiniMoose64 In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-07 00:08:24 +0000 UTC]

You watch Red Vs. Blue?!
Who's you favorite character?
Sarge is my favorite.

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MiniMoose64 [2007-03-07 01:18:01 +0000 UTC]

Oh yeah, I love Red Vs. Blue! William was the one to introduce me to it back in '05. I downloaded almost every episode from the website.

Unfortunately, when my computer's hard drive was wiped, I was unable to save them. All that hard work.

I still watch it on the site and not having the episodes on the computer gives me a lot more space for stuff.

Private Tucker is my favorite. He's a regular pimp. Plus his voice actor's real name is Jason, just like me,
-Jason Mena, Founder and Project Leader
International Innovations Animation Studios Ltd.

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to Milkb0ne [2007-03-01 06:06:08 +0000 UTC]

Sorry but I wouldn't know anything about that.

However it's funny that you mention it. A friend of mine (who hacks his PSP so much, it's a wonder it still works) has given me a web address to a site that has PSP hacks and more.

[link]

What I do know on the subject is that with every upgrade to your PSP's firmware, it gets tougher to hack...but then there are those who made programs to downgrade your systems firmware. Just hack with caution my friend,
-Jason Mena, Founder and Project Leader
International Innovations Animation Studios Ltd.

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Milkb0ne In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-03-01 06:12:00 +0000 UTC]

I upgraded to 3.10 OE - A recently but it took nearly 4 hours because I had no idea what I was doing at first.

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Milkb0ne In reply to ??? [2007-02-15 00:10:20 +0000 UTC]

I just got fired from McDonalds

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to Milkb0ne [2007-02-15 18:26:09 +0000 UTC]

I'm sorry to hear that Mr. Yanzito.

I'm almost 19 and I haven't gotten my first official job yet. I'm really impressed you even had one at your age.

Once I get my computer back, I can help you find a job more worthy of your caliber,
-Jason Mena, Founder and Project Leader
International Innovations Animation Studios Ltd.

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Milkb0ne In reply to CodenameApocalypse [2007-02-15 18:29:05 +0000 UTC]

You don't need to help me I can find my own work d

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MiniMoose64 In reply to ??? [2007-02-13 01:44:04 +0000 UTC]

Congrats on 830 pVs!!

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Tarjai In reply to ??? [2007-02-08 16:05:14 +0000 UTC]

I have added one of three of my titles of my Gateia trilogy, so come and check it out and see what you think.
Note: Please full view it to get a better look at it.

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Tarjai In reply to ??? [2007-02-06 21:38:13 +0000 UTC]

Have you seen my gallery of devs yet? They are awesome.

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CodenameApocalypse In reply to MidNight-Vixen [2007-02-05 07:23:11 +0000 UTC]

DX Oh my God! Assassin! Somebody help me! *Panics and runs around in circles, looks back* Oh, hello Ms. Bosch. You gave me quite a surprise there.

Wow, now I know what that feels like. ^///^;

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