That's right!  After an extended hiatus I have returned...married, sunburned and even a certified open water scuba diver, but more on that later.  

So as most of you know I am now a married man and ball-and-chain comments not withstanding I couldn't be happier.  Both the ceremony and the reception after was a smashing success.  Piece of advise for those even remotely thinking of getting hitched; make sure your reception has an open bar, everyone just has more fun that way.  If nothing else at least the pictures you snap during it could later be used for blackmail...lol.

We went to Jamaica for our honeymoon; stayed at an all inclusive resort and if you aren't familiar with those it just means that your drinks, meals, entertainment are already paid for...That's right ALL of your drinks..lol.

I also took the opportunity to become a certified scuba diver, open water, which means that I can dive 60 feet instead of the standard 30 feet.  I'm gonna try on getting an advanced open water certification that'll let me go 100 feet down but that'll be later.

Jamaica's an interesting place, for one thing there's no embargo on Cuban cigars (had one everyday while I was there)  and for you folks that like something a bit stronger they have that too.  There are literally dozens of Jamaican's strolling up and down the beaches all day offering you some 'smoke' and although I don't partake in lighting up some herb myself I had plenty of opportunity.  My wife and I were actually out in the water and they would sometimes swim up to you and ask if you wanted some, it was actually kind of funny.  
 
For those interested, this was our view from our suite:


And here are a couple more:



Now that I'm back and that all major life events have been taken care for for the next few years I plan on getting back into the swing of being an Angel and back into MxO within the next few days.   It looks like I've got a lot of catching up to do.

Oh and here's 2 more pics just make ya'll smile:

There's been a school shooting at V-Tech; if you know of anyone who attends that University I suggest you give them a call. Reports are coming in that 31 are confirmed dead and 30 or so more wounded.

http://www.cnn.com


\\Unfortunately edited to update death toll.

Shh... It'll only hurt for a second.






I had Jeyk's friend Zack make me this full color with background concept art of my RSI, the guy definitely has some talent.  Let me know what you think and by all means help the starving artist out by getting your own done.  

Mine cost $60 because of the added background detail and it was absolutely worth every penny, but you be the judge.

Happy Christmahanakwansika Everyone...
I've posted this up on the MxO Forums HERE

_Yotogi

P.S.  I know there are former members still in the picture, I just didn't have time to remove them.

Enjoy!

This is how the World Ends
This is how the World Ends
This is how the World Ends...

Not with a bang, but with a whimper.

http://forums.station.sony.com/mxo/posts/list.m?topic_id=36300004109

...but now my brothers are not brothers....I never thought that War would happen again...

That's right boys and girls I'm breaking loose of this one horse town and making my way to London for the next 10 days (technically I leave Friday but I doubt I'll have much time to play between now and then)  My girl's got a friend getting married and we thought we'd expand on our time there and turn it into a mini-vacation.  I'm even getting to see my ancestral home in Scotland. (Su-weet)

So I'm taking a break from this hot weather and going to a place that's gonna top out at 70 degrees the whole time I'm there, gotta luv that.  I'd buy you all souvenirs but the postage is ex-pen-sive (especially when you don't know the address)

While I'm there I'll be sporting this new, hip khaki hat that is all the rage.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a283/Shinzui501/Furious%20Angels/FAhat1.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a283/Shinzui501/Furious%20Angels/FAhat2.jpg

So for those who call London home, be on the lookout.  (Props to NoCry for the skinny on places to go and see)

Now if you're wondering about the hat I had one specially made to suite my own tastes, if you like it I'm sure a copy can be made.

See you all when I return.

/formalbow

_Yotogi

re-reads message to make sure there are enough cliche one liners...
"Yep, we're good!"

It was one year ago today when I first slipped on my wings and became a Furious Angel and what a year it has been.  In the beginning I didn't know what to make of it all; sure I had heard of FA, who hadn't, but I had no idea of what to expect nor what was to be expected of me.  

I joined FA not because of their long-standing in-game reputation but because of their uncompromising ideals and character.  Every place (in real-life and in-game) needs those few who will stand up to oppression and subversion, who are not afraid to fight back against tyranny, and who will aid those who are distressed.  To me, being a member of the Furious Angels is more than just about pvping with an awesome group of guys (and gals) it's about making a difference in a place where there is too much indifference and about belonging to something that is larger than ourselves.  We protect those who can not protect themselves; that is our job, that is our duty. (Those who know some of what I do in RL will understand where this is coming from)

Over the past year I have seen the retirement of many of our fellow Angels and it has saddened me but with each new recruit my faith in this faction is renewed.  To those who are new to the fold remember this; here is not a place for amateurs or the weak of heart.  To be a Furious Angel is to be a beacon to those suffering in the dark night of a treacherous world.  Even though we are but players in a game we should not nor can not take our responsibility lightly.  There are those who seek to destroy us and to create chaos for us all but we must stand strong and persevere for not doing so means the end of what we have worked so hard to maintain.  

These wings will help you fly, but it is your conviction that makes you soar.

I look back on this last year and relish in the friendships I have forged and the great times I have had.  I know no better place to be than here with my brethren Angels and I can honestly say that without FA, I would have left MxO long ago.  


To the year to comeā€¦

_Yotogi

Without Further adu, I present your new Furious Angels Faction Picture!

Enjoy!



Standing; Left to Right:  Boombye, Apollithenes, Sorrows, Destyn, Tizona, Dmax, Shouousan, Unforgiven, ManciVelocity, Khronik (rocking out), Dagonet, Lithium, Broin, Tbone, Eroz, Kosila, Bellthazor, NoCry, Jeyk, Sared, Yotogi, Adad, Kayda, RogueRed, Orien, Pirus, Styan, Heironymus, Subb

Sitting; Left to Right:  Amyl, Lits, Anamodiel, Revolver