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My latest comic is getting hammered by low rating votes, coming in at 34 out of 67 comics. I guess I'd better put on my comedy hat and c
ome up with something better.
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Coming into the final stretch of 2006 there should be lots to write about in the MMOG industry, except of course, there isn't anything incredibly exciting going on. There are no super-hyped games coming out unless you count the World of Warcraft expansion. It is going to be a quiet holiday season for MMOG players and I have to wonder if some developers would just rather not go up against World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade on the shelves, assuming it makes it out before Christmas.
Sony was smart, pushing the expansions for both EverQuest and EverQuest 2, but on the marketing front at least, they are usually the best of the best. Even with their marketing muscle and savvy how many of you can name both of those expansions?
There are some tremendous non-MMOG games due out this fall, but we don't talk about those types of things here. Heretics be gone!
What game are you most looking forward to this holiday season?
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Exclusive new TenTonHammer.com Content!
Let us entertain you or at the very least waste some of your time at work.09.27.2006 Exclusive Content
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9Dragons: Interview With CEO Howard Marks
"What gamer doesn't love a quality kung fu movie on late-night cable? In our first interview with Acclaim Games, CEO Howard Marks tells us how 9Dragons, a martial arts MMORPG set in Ming Dynasty China, will bring that singular kung fu experience from a Korean concept into the hearts and focused minds of young grasshoppas in North America and Europe. " -
Dungeons and Dragons Online: Cleric Class Guide
"Life in DDO is dangerous, so it's always best to travel with a good cleric. Finding a reliable cleric can be a chore, so why don't you make one of your own. To help you, we've updated our cleric guide, which contains all things cleric." -
EverQuest 2: Comedic Creativity!
"Comics make us laugh, cry, and want to buy cell phones. Well, the first is true when it comes to work done by BSComic's very own Bongotezz. I managed to sneak in some questions, between his busy comic creation schedule and his EQ2 playing. This artist had quite some interesting answers." -
Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - The Races Of Thestra
"Sony Online Entertainment and Sigil Games Online have released new screenshots and information featuring the inhabitants of Thestra. Known for bustling marketplaces and complex political intrigue, Thestra is home to a variety of races, including the ever-tenacious humans, tribal varanjars, aristocratic high elves, agrarian halfings, wolf-like vulmanes, stoic lesser giants, and resilient dwarves. " -
Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Ask The Devs: Expansion Plans
"Each week the folks from Sigil Games Online, developers of Vanguard: Saga of Heroes, answer one question posed by our community members. This week, Vanguard's Associate Producer and Audio Designer, Todd Masten, tells us about current plans for expansions and new content in Vanguard. (How's that for advanced information?) Short answers, but lots of great info--that's what our Ask the Devs feature is all about. Don't forget to submit your own questions in our forum." -
World of Warcraft: Complete Guide To Naxxaramas
"Our Naxxramas guide has now been completed with skills and tactics for all fifteen bosses. From Anub'Rekhan to Kel'Thuzad, we have every boss within this dread citadel covered. Never fear within this dread citadel no more, as Ten Ton Hammer has all the information you need to slay the Scourge and claim victory for Azeroth!"
Vin Diesel Fact of the Day - Vin Diesel's sand castles are not only impervious to the tide, they can be used to resist seabourne invasion. [Thanks Jeff!]
Now from the real world. You can't make this stuff up.
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Man Carrying Pot Plants Strolls Up To Police [Thanks Danny!]
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Fear Of Muslim Backlash Cancels Opera [Thanks Matt!]
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Unstealable Car Stolen [Thanks Matt!]
...in retrospect naming it "Titanic" probably not such a great idea. -
Dog Starts Car After Eating Chip [Thanks John!]
...no word on whether he can start a boat after eating fish. -
Teddy Bear Is A Killer [Thanks John!]
...Paddington, Pooh, Ruxpin and Smokey being held for questioning.
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