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Wednesday, February 28, 2007

Alicia Florence Figure at WF



I have a BEAT Alicia figure already but who can resist this one. Saw this from Dannychoo post on Wonder Festival 2007 Winter. The card said that it would be released in July this year for 5500 yen and it's an 1/8 figure!!!

I like the details of the figure, hope to see the facial expression in near future. I'll keep a close eye on this figure and order it as soon as it's available. Hee hee hee...^^

P/S: Kinda make me feel I shouldn't purchase the BEAT Alicia figure. =P

Tuesday, February 27, 2007

Suzuka 140 Selection

凉风 #140 選抜 せんばつ

Early morning, Yamato was walking down the stairs with confidence, preparing for the Seijou selection race. Suzuka called him from behind and asked him to wait. She had something for him. She gave Yamato a charm she got yesterday from the temple, though she said that she was there for other business anyway. Yamato looked at the charm and asked why it was the charm for safe baby delivery. She embarassedl told him that he got one for her last time and it worked pretty well for her. Yamato was so happy and thanked her. Suzuka asked her not to make any careless mistakes. Yamato replied that he would be fine as he had the charm and he would run fast like he had always ran.

At the track selection field, the selection would start in 30 minutes time. Yamato was awed with the number of people participating. Suddenly he was grabbed by an elbow. It was his sempai, Kinugasa, asking him if he had trained properly. Yamato replied that he's in top form but Kinugasa told him not to let his guard down. All the participants are strong athletes. Yamato replied that he understood. He told himself that he had to pass the selection for Suzuka's sake. The personnel called for the 100m selection participants to get prepare. There were 5 people including Yamato and all of them were finalist in the inter-high competition. He thought to himself that he barely got the third place last time and there's no gurantee that he could beat them. One of the participant told another that there' only one qualificant for each event and Yamato was panic. All the participants got to their spots and ready for the race. Yamato kept thinking about the one qualification for each event. He told himself that if he didnt succeed in the selection, he wouldnt have any chance getting in Seijou with regular admission given his academic results. Yamato was still thinking of Asahina dream of attending the same university as him and wanting so much to pass the selection as the umpire called for get set. The race started but Yamato had a poor starting due to the tension, he tried his best to catch up but he didnt make it.

In the evening, Yamato reached home and Suzuka was waiting for him. She ran to him and asked him about the selection with a smile. Yamato held the charm firmly but kept silent. Suzuka asked if he didnt make it. He replied that the results were not out yet but he probably couldnt qualify. Yamato apologized to Suzuka since she had helped him. She remarked that the results were not out yet. Yamato apologized again and Suzuka felt sad for him. At Seijou field, one of the personnel asked the person-in-charge about the selection. The person-in-charge replied that they had chosen Yamato unanimously. The personnel asked if they were sure since Yamato's time wasn't the best. The person-in-charge commented that Yamato had a bad start and made several mistakes but he had the best improvement in the second half, showing his potential. He continued that Yamato would probably be the one who would the most surprised to hear that he had been selected.

P/S: Looks like Yamato and Suzuka are going to the same university, that's if he managed to graduate from high school! Oh, by the way, next time I'll go for the safe baby delivery charm as well if I need good luck.^o^

Monday, February 26, 2007

ARIA The Natural PS2 Book



Aria The Natural PS2 Game Material Collection.
Price: ¥1600
Released: January 2007
Publiser: Shinkigesha

Finally have the chance to look at the Aria The Natural PS2 Game Material Collection book that I ordered from HLJ prior to my holiday. I like this book much more than ARIA Perfect Guide. There's more illustration and the size A4 does make a difference!

The book has two 4 column comic strips which involve the male game character. Like the Perfect Guide, it features each characters profile and illustration followed by game illustrations pages of the characters. After introducing the three single undines, there's game illustration of the three young single undines. The prima undines are featured next with similar pattern- introduction, illustration, group illustration. Last page of the section features a relationship chart.

The next 2 sections show chapters of the gameplay with screenshots. Follwing the chapters, the subsequent chapter feature illustration of the scenery and places of AQUA, illustrations of the postcards in Limited Edition and last the illustrations of the PS Game and OST.

The last section features the sketches of ARIA characters. There's quite a number of sketches printed on each page which is great for ARIA fans. The concluding section is the glossary of the terminology used in ARIA. Overall, this is one book that ARIA fans shouldn't miss but it's already on backordered by now. =P










Sunday, February 25, 2007

Back in Perth

Back in Perth. Flight was delayed and had to change my gf flat tire this morning as well, so very tired.

Finally saw my ARIA PS2 Collection Book. Nice. Will show photos and probably scans of it.

I'm impressed with Angloz service. The order was sent 15th Feb and arrived on 19th Feb. I used Air mail with signature, it's not express but certainly fast! Checked my bro's present and all in intact.

Wednesday, February 21, 2007

Suzuka 139 Teacher

凉风 #139 先生 せんせい

After school Miki and Yasonobu bid Yamato farewell. Miki asked Yasonobu to having cake but his treat. Yamato told himself that he shouldn’t keep thinking of Arima, he need to qualify for the university selection. Yamato’s teacher called him from behind, asking him to his office. He told Yamato that he couldn’t graduate high school with his current results, especially the mathematics. Yamato had to go for tution because he failed his first semester and second semester. His teacher asked if he wanted to fail the next semester. Yamato commented that he had a recommendation already. His teacher told him that it would be cancelled if he failed his academics. Yamato asked what he should do and his teacher told him to put in effort in his study.

Back at home, Yamato couldn’t figure out the sine and cosine mathematics. He remarked that why he had to pass his mathematics and English. He was worried that he might fail. Suzuka came in and asked if Yamato’s hungry. Ayano san told her that Yamato missed his dinner. Suzuka commented that she couldn’t believe that Yamato’s recommendation would be cancelled if he couldn’t graduate from high school. Yamato replied that he’s working on his study but he couldn’t understand the lesson and his next exam would be crucial. Suzuka offered to help him. Yamato asked if she’s willing to. Suzuka replied that she couldn’t answered all the difficult question but she’s willing to work together so that they could go to the same university. Yamato was happy to hear that.

After a while, Suzuka got frustrated with Yamato’s answers and asked if he had listened to her explanation. Yamato apologized and Suzuka continued with the tutioning. Yamato commented that he just couldn’t twist his brain to understand the concept. Suzuka asked if it was because he was hungry and asked him to have some onigiri. Yamato declined but Suzuka commanded him to eat them while Yamato complained it’s like hell. Suzuka told him to read the question carefully and answered them slowly. She gave him 5 homework questions and sat on Yamato’s bed reading a magazine. Yamato asked if she wanted to go back to her room. She asked him if he wanted to slack off and told him to hurry up. 10.15pm, Suzuka had dozed off. She awoke and wanted to ask Yamato to go to sleep. Suzuka saw him dozed while sitting with his back leaned against the bed. She looked the homework that Yamato had finished and then at Yamato. She commented that Yamato should have told her when he finished. Suzuka poked Yamato on his ear and then squeezed his nose. Out of breath, Yamato gasped but he was still deep asleep. Suzuka giggled. Suzuka then leaned herself beside him and said that Yamato must be tired. The next morning, 7.20am, Miho called Yamato for breakfast. Suzuka and Yamato were both asleep, leaning against each other.


P/S: Like this chapter a lot on how Suzuka teased Yamato while he's asleep

Saturday, February 17, 2007

Happy Lunar New Year



To those who celebrate the Chinese New Year, 新年快乐.

Most people greet 恭喜发财 but I prefer to greet people with "Have a blessed New Year " or "新年蒙恩".

Current back in my hometown, Malaysia. Enjoying the fireworks!!!

Tuesday, February 13, 2007

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day!!!

Happy Valentine's Day from Belldandy!!!
or you want chocolates from Lacus, Meer, Cagalli and Stella as well.. ^^

Happy Valentine's Day to those in love, and also to those who are still in search of their valentines.

Note: For those in Japan and Korea, remember White day is one month later.

P/S: For singles, those who didn't give or receive gifts on Valentine's Day or White Day, get together and eat Jjajangmyeon (짜장면), Korean noodles with black bean sauce to commiserate their singledom. Interesting tradition from South Korea!!!

Suzuka 138 Insecure

凉风 #138 不安 ふあん

Yasonobu was surprised when Yamato told him about him dating Suzuka again. He was surprised since Yamato told him that he was worried that Suzuka would not speak to him again if he confessed again. Yasonobu asked if Yamato had done something like hugging or kissing by force. Yamato denied but said that he did something pretty similar. Miki approached them with her lunch and asked if they were talking about something hentai. Yasonobu told her that they were talking about Suzuka and Yamato being together again. Yamato told Yasonobu not the spread the news.

Miki suddenly realized that she shouldn’t told Suzuka about their beach gathering and that Yamato invited Honoka. Yasonobu teased that Miki was starting the damaging task. Miki denied and said that she didn’t know. Yamato told Miki that Suzuka didn’t mind. Yasonobu commented that since they had broke off for a year, Suzuka might have dated someone else during that time. Miki then reprimanded Yasonobub for saying something that would worry Yamato and messed up Yasonobu hair.

After school, by his locker, Yamato was curious to know Suzuka’s life in America last year. He walked and suddenly saw Suzuka talking with Arima. He was stunned and Yasonobu’s comment on Suzuka possibly dating someone else replayed in his mind. Yamato hid behind the locker and eavesdropping on their conversation. He felt that they were having an argument but he was curious with conversation. He then wondered what happen between them in America and whether it had an effect on his last relationship. Yamato then approached them. Arima, with his sharp eyes, asked if Yamato was going home. Yamato got crossed and asked if Arima had anything for coming. Yamato looked crossly at Arima . Arima said that he herd Yamato decided to go for Seijou. He remarked that Seijou did not have the facilities that Touto had. He told Yamato that even if Yamato attended Touto, he would not be able to get the 100m representation with Arima around. Suzuka tried to interrupt but Yamato told Arima not to look down on him. Yamato asked if Arima thought he was playing for the last year. Yamato added that he would not lose to Arima no matter which school he’s going to. Arima decided to leave and asked Yamato to train hard that he might be able to get second in the university level.

Yamato apologized to Suzuka saying that Arima was supposed to look for her and he chased him away. He asked Suzuka if Arima and her terms got better in America. Suzuka was shocked and remarked that she couldn’t have got in good term with someone like Arima. She told Yamato that Arima was there to meet him. Yamato was shocked. Suzuka told Yamato that Arima’s senior asked him to encourage Yamato to Touto since there’s still chance of getting into Touto. Yamato commented that Arima didn’t mention about it just then. Suzuka explained that maybe Arima didn’t bother it and he only came because of his senior’s instructions. Yamato then asked Suzuka if they ignored each other while in America. Suzuka replied only very few times. She continued that Arima asked her question such as Yamato’s national position and his current time result. That’s why Arima came and asked Suzuka with irritating manner. Yamato was relieved. Suzuka remarked that Arima was as snobbish as usual. She was angry with Arima sarcastic remark on Yamato getting second in the university level. Yamato then told Suzuka that he had mentioned that he didn’t just play in the past year. He spoke with strong will that he wouldn’t always lose to Arima. Suzuka’s heart throbbed (doki). She turned around and remarked that Yamato had to pass the selection first. She commented that it wont have any meaning if Yamato acted cool but didn’t get into the university. Yamato replied that he knew. Suzuka teased that Yamato’s an expert in talk only and he could possibly failed to get into university. Yamato rebuked her.

P/S: I like this chapter because this basically refuted all speculation that Suzuka had any interest in Arima. A shut up to those who kept speculating Arima & Suzuka in animesuki forum.

Thursday, February 8, 2007

Back for New Year

I'll be on holiday, back to my hometown, for the lunar new year. Will be away from 12th Feb. to 25th Feb. Blogging shouldn't be a problem, especially the weekly Suzuka blogging, as I'll have the internet setup as soon as I reach home. Though not sure if I can have broadband, but certainly internet access.

Hope I'll get my ARIA book tomorrow, otherwise I have to ask my friends to collect it for me. Also, I order three SD Gundams: BB#293, BB#290 and BB#268 for my brother's birthday through Angloz cause two of the SD Gundams are not available through HLJ. Items cost US$20 and US$16 for shipping. He has SD Impulse and SD Strike Freedom already, so I thought these would add to his collection.

Sunday, February 4, 2007

Suzuka 137 Trio

凉风 #137 三人 さんにん

Yamato woke up at 6.30am and whinned that he basically didnt sleep. He woke up and opened the window, told himself that he's dating Suzuka again. There's only 5 days left of the summer holiday and he had to practise hard for the upcoming track selection competition. He opened his door and was shocked to see Suzuka outside. Suzuka greeted him and Yamato replied her greeting. She commented that Yamato's hair was messy. He asked Suzuka if she had a good sleep. She replied yes without much expression. Yamato wondered why she was acting cold. Yamato asked Suzuka if she's free after the track practice. He wanted to invite Suzuka out for lunch. Suzuka agreed with slight smile and Yamato was relieved that she smiled. He told her that he would wait for her then. Yamato told himself that it was when they were dating that he couldn't grasp her thoughts.

After the practice, Yamato approached Suzuka but he was interrupted by Miki who came to visit Suzuka. Suzuka was very happy to see Miki while Miki pushed Yamato aside. Suzuka mentioned that she called several times after she returned but nobody answered the phone and she was worried. Miki explained that she forgot to bring her handphone back to her hometown. Miki looked at Suzuka and Yamato, she was bit surprised to see Yamato and Suzuka were in good term (Miki yet knew they were dating again). She was wondering if they didn't mind each other after the break-up. Miki asked Yamato and Suzuka out for lunch since Suzuka and Yamato were on good term.

At CASA restaurant, Suzuka and Miki talked about the menu. Yamato was bit uneasy and complained (in thoughts) that Miki had to appear that day. Yamato remarked that the two girls could chat well that they could even chat about pudding and cake. Miki then told Yamato that she had developed the photos that they took at the beach. She said that she would show him next time. Suzuka asked Yamato if he went to the beach. Yamato replied that there's others as well, like Yasonobu, Miho, Kobayakawa and Tsuyoshi. Miki then added there's Honoka as well and Yamato was stunned. Miki said that she remembered Honoka even applied for leave. Yamato acted surprised and said it could be. Miki then commented that Yamato invited her. Yamato was panic. Suzuka asked Miki if they had fun. Miki replied that Yamato had a lot of fun but Yamato denied. Miki then told Suzuka that they could have gone together if she return earlier. Yamato was worried because of all the things Miki had said.

On the way home, Yamato was worried that Suzuka could be angry for inviting his former girlfriend to the beach. Suzuka suddenly told Yamato that she wanted to go to the beach as well. Yamato apologized and Suzuka asked him why. He answered that he went without her. Suzuka told him not to worry or felt guilty. She then, with a smile, told Yamato that they should go next year, just the two of them. Happily, she asked Yamato to promise her. In his thought, Yamato reprimand himself that Suzuka was thinking about the future while he was worried about unnecessary things. He told himself that the important thing was he's dating Suzuka now and he wanted to be with Suzuka next year, the following year and years on. Yamato called Suzuka and held her hand. They walked back hand-in-hand.

P/S: With Kouji saying that there's more story to tell. I'm bit worried that he might pull the trick that Yamato didnt make it to Seijou.