Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on March 29, 2005, 09:46:24 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on March 29, 2005, 09:46:24 AM
Fragapalooza will soon once again be upon us, according to the last news post (Mar 11), registration will begin late April.
I know last year was a bit of a bust, but I'll probably still go, even if it's at the Mayfield...
I know last year was a bit of a bust, but I'll probably still go, even if it's at the Mayfield...
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on March 29, 2005, 09:50:11 AM
Post by: Shayne on March 29, 2005, 09:50:11 AM
...i wanted to attend last year, but other things arose, but this year i really want to attend, and i will book time off.
What was so crappy last year that you think it was a bust?
What was so crappy last year that you think it was a bust?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on March 29, 2005, 09:55:57 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on March 29, 2005, 09:55:57 AM
The mind-bending HEAT... there were a lot of great things as usual but an early air-conditioner failure and the restriction on coolers in the venue caused network downtime (overheating switches as I recall) and grumpy, smelly nerds.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on March 29, 2005, 10:14:07 AM
Post by: Shayne on March 29, 2005, 10:14:07 AM
Well, i hope a bunch of RW members will be attending.
Speakign of which, make this thread a poll, and ask that question..."Do you intended to attend Frag 2005?" :) I'd really like to know.
Oh, Curtis (TheDruid) is getting married the weekend before
Speakign of which, make this thread a poll, and ask that question..."Do you intended to attend Frag 2005?" :) I'd really like to know.
Oh, Curtis (TheDruid) is getting married the weekend before
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on March 29, 2005, 10:18:52 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on March 29, 2005, 10:18:52 AM
Quote from: "Shayne"Well, i hope a bunch of RW members will be attending.Done and done. Wow, I completely forgot that TheDruid was getting hitched this July (sorry dude!).
Speakign of which, make this thread a poll, and ask that question..."Do you intended to attend Frag 2005?" :) I'd really like to know.
Oh, Curtis (TheDruid) is getting married the weekend before
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on March 29, 2005, 05:42:52 PM
Post by: Lazybones on March 29, 2005, 05:42:52 PM
Not sure if I will be able to take the days.. As I am starting my new job on the 4th and its not usually good to try and book off time in the first 6 months.
If I can't take the days off I don't think I will attend. I have been really disappointed with the network stability at these events.. for the 4 days the up time is probably only 60 to 70% at best.. I know they get the network switches donated at the last minute but man they really need to engineer a drop in solution to block random DHCP servers from taking out the network, and put some QOS on the Internet connection.
If I can't take the days off I don't think I will attend. I have been really disappointed with the network stability at these events.. for the 4 days the up time is probably only 60 to 70% at best.. I know they get the network switches donated at the last minute but man they really need to engineer a drop in solution to block random DHCP servers from taking out the network, and put some QOS on the Internet connection.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on March 29, 2005, 08:33:17 PM
Post by: Melbosa on March 29, 2005, 08:33:17 PM
Quote from: "Lazybones"Not sure if I will be able to take the days.. As I am starting my new job on the 4th and its not usually good to try and book off time in the first 6 months.Last year was mostly based on DoS due to Virus Distribution. I know cause I spent at least 12 hours cleaning peeps computers of viruses. Unfortuantely, last year we didn't have the cisco managed switches like we had in previous, so we were unable to block such traffic at the switch level. Hopefully this year we will be able to do something about that (man I hope were back to the cisco stuff).
If I can't take the days off I don't think I will attend. I have been really disappointed with the network stability at these events.. for the 4 days the up time is probably only 60 to 70% at best.. I know they get the network switches donated at the last minute but man they really need to engineer a drop in solution to block random DHCP servers from taking out the network, and put some QOS on the Internet connection.
If only there was a cheap way to make sure everyone's computer was virus clean before they plugged in...
/steps back... hoping the think-tanks start up without his need to start them :P
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on March 29, 2005, 08:54:29 PM
Post by: Lazybones on March 29, 2005, 08:54:29 PM
Quote from: "Melbosa"Simple.. Hand out a free AV CD to every person who registers.. make it part of the registration process to activate your account on the network.. if you don't scan your system you can't register on the page..Quote from: "Lazybones"Not sure if I will be able to take the days.. As I am starting my new job on the 4th and its not usually good to try and book off time in the first 6 months.Last year was mostly based on DoS due to Virus Distribution. I know cause I spent at least 12 hours cleaning peeps computers of viruses. Unfortuantely, last year we didn't have the cisco managed switches like we had in previous, so we were unable to block such traffic at the switch level. Hopefully this year we will be able to do something about that (man I hope were back to the cisco stuff).
If I can't take the days off I don't think I will attend. I have been really disappointed with the network stability at these events.. for the 4 days the up time is probably only 60 to 70% at best.. I know they get the network switches donated at the last minute but man they really need to engineer a drop in solution to block random DHCP servers from taking out the network, and put some QOS on the Internet connection.
If only there was a cheap way to make sure everyone's computer was virus clean before they plugged in...
/steps back... hoping the think-tanks start up without his need to start them :P
Maybe you would copy and past your scan log when you sign in to prove you scanned your system.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on March 29, 2005, 09:06:16 PM
Post by: Lazybones on March 29, 2005, 09:06:16 PM
Sick a high end server with lots of ram and I large network connection running http://www.clarkconnect.org/ between the network and the internet connection. Get some QOS going, mark all P2P traffic as bulk.
http://www.clamav.net/ can be used as a free command line scanner to hand out and run on everyones system..
If they can get cisco equipment again, maybe set some earlier date to get it by? and block DHCP ?
http://www.clamav.net/ can be used as a free command line scanner to hand out and run on everyones system..
If they can get cisco equipment again, maybe set some earlier date to get it by? and block DHCP ?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on March 30, 2005, 07:53:41 AM
Post by: Melbosa on March 30, 2005, 07:53:41 AM
Quote from: "Lazybones"K two things:Quote from: "Melbosa"Simple.. Hand out a free AV CD to every person who registers.. make it part of the registration process to activate your account on the network.. if you don't scan your system you can't register on the page..Quote from: "Lazybones"Not sure if I will be able to take the days.. As I am starting my new job on the 4th and its not usually good to try and book off time in the first 6 months.Last year was mostly based on DoS due to Virus Distribution. I know cause I spent at least 12 hours cleaning peeps computers of viruses. Unfortuantely, last year we didn't have the cisco managed switches like we had in previous, so we were unable to block such traffic at the switch level. Hopefully this year we will be able to do something about that (man I hope were back to the cisco stuff).
If I can't take the days off I don't think I will attend. I have been really disappointed with the network stability at these events.. for the 4 days the up time is probably only 60 to 70% at best.. I know they get the network switches donated at the last minute but man they really need to engineer a drop in solution to block random DHCP servers from taking out the network, and put some QOS on the Internet connection.
If only there was a cheap way to make sure everyone's computer was virus clean before they plugged in...
/steps back... hoping the think-tanks start up without his need to start them :P
Maybe you would copy and past your scan log when you sign in to prove you scanned your system.
1. Mandatory virus scan would be cool, but how are you going to authorize the network account? You want us to reserve everyone's MAC address on the network after proof of their Virus Scan? If so, are you volunteering for the process (we tried this with our labs at work and gave up after the 300th or so computer)? Just asking as it sounds simple but not so easy to execute.
2. Should post these thoughts on the Frag forums, as I have little to no control on how the event is setup. I can only react to the problems, vs be proactive as you are suggesting.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on March 30, 2005, 08:45:27 AM
Post by: Lazybones on March 30, 2005, 08:45:27 AM
Quote from: "Melbosa"1. It would be a loose rule, but remember when you register at the event you are always given your local password. You need to use that to access the internal event page, my idea is to simply require pasting your scan log in on first login.Quote from: "Lazybones"K two things:Quote from: "Melbosa"Simple.. Hand out a free AV CD to every person who registers.. make it part of the registration process to activate your account on the network.. if you don't scan your system you can't register on the page..Quote from: "Lazybones"Not sure if I will be able to take the days.. As I am starting my new job on the 4th and its not usually good to try and book off time in the first 6 months.Last year was mostly based on DoS due to Virus Distribution. I know cause I spent at least 12 hours cleaning peeps computers of viruses. Unfortuantely, last year we didn't have the cisco managed switches like we had in previous, so we were unable to block such traffic at the switch level. Hopefully this year we will be able to do something about that (man I hope were back to the cisco stuff).
If I can't take the days off I don't think I will attend. I have been really disappointed with the network stability at these events.. for the 4 days the up time is probably only 60 to 70% at best.. I know they get the network switches donated at the last minute but man they really need to engineer a drop in solution to block random DHCP servers from taking out the network, and put some QOS on the Internet connection.
If only there was a cheap way to make sure everyone's computer was virus clean before they plugged in...
/steps back... hoping the think-tanks start up without his need to start them :P
Maybe you would copy and past your scan log when you sign in to prove you scanned your system.
1. Mandatory virus scan would be cool, but how are you going to authorize the network account? You want us to reserve everyone's MAC address on the network after proof of their Virus Scan? If so, are you volunteering for the process (we tried this with our labs at work and gave up after the 300th or so computer)? Just asking as it sounds simple but not so easy to execute.
2. Should post these thoughts on the Frag forums, as I have little to no control on how the event is setup. I can only react to the problems, vs be proactive as you are suggesting.
Some people might not do it, but maybe if this is the only way to register for prizes everyone would do it.
2. I everything in the frag forums seems to fall on deaf ears. Its always about the hardware not arriving or not enough time to setup.. This isn't a casual event anymore.. I don't know what their problem is.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Fedora Gal on April 05, 2005, 10:51:02 AM
Post by: Fedora Gal on April 05, 2005, 10:51:02 AM
Last year I was out of the country and could not attend, this year I'm all geared up and will be taking a weeks worth of vacation so I can attend the event.
I'll be there, and hopefully with my case mod done too!
I'll be there, and hopefully with my case mod done too!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Bryan on April 05, 2005, 11:44:26 AM
Post by: Bryan on April 05, 2005, 11:44:26 AM
or everyone should buy new computers and open them infront of the officials at frag...
done.
done.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 25, 2005, 03:46:17 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 25, 2005, 03:46:17 PM
This just in fellow Fraggers!
Also, get on that forum and try to shut down any Counterstrike Tournaments and support other games, really gotta start splitting that vote, even if it seems futile.
Also, get on that forum and try to shut down any Counterstrike Tournaments and support other games, really gotta start splitting that vote, even if it seems futile.
QuoteGreetings,
Fragapalooza 2005!
The Fragapalooza staff would like to update all of you about this year?s event that will once again be at the Mayfield Trade Center from July 21st to 24th with the doors opening at 9 am. Check out the "About" section of the web page for location details and links to maps on how to get there as well as other info on what you need to bring. You will be allowed outside food and drink this year; however you will not be allowed to bring in coolers. We fought hard to get the ?no outside food and beverage? rule abolished so keeping your coolers in your cars or hotel rooms is a small price to pay to keep the food police away.
Registration for Fragapalooza 2005 will open this Wed April 27th. Seating reservations will be a feature again this year to those who have completed the registration process and should be live soon after registration opens. The seat reservation map will show the areas where sponsors and other booths and attractions will be so you will be able to sit in an area most comfortable to your gaming needs.
Official Tournaments will be chosen by polls. Depending on the game and type of tournaments, we will run up to three PC tourneys with a possibility of a 4th console tournament depending on Microsoft Xbox?s involvement. Once again, this year we encourage unofficial tourneys organized by participants and we will do our best to accommodate them in the tourney section of the web page.
We have some great fun things planned for giveaways, door prizes, the infamous ?Wacky tasks? and fun tourneys.
We are looking for volunteers to help with the event again this year. We have seen some great work from our younger volunteers so we lowered the age limit to participate. If you are 18 years of age or older and would like to be apart of the team please send an email to msmith@fragapalooza.ca. All volunteers will get a volunteer t-shirt and be entered into special volunteer prize draws after the end of the event.
Lastly, we will no longer be unable to process direct credit card payments through our secure website. We apologize for this inconvenience however you will still be able to pay through PayPal using a credit card. You do not need to have a PayPal account to do this. As a bonus for those who register early every year, we will draw for an Nvidia video card for the first 200 who complete registration and a draw for an Intel CPU for the first 400 completed registrants. You must have your event fees submitted to fully complete registration and answer a skill testing question correctly in order to qualify. So if you are in the first 200 you get two chances as some lewtz!
Good Luck!
Cheerz!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 27, 2005, 11:25:50 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 27, 2005, 11:25:50 PM
Well, I know Melbosa and I are registered, I'm sitting at:
Seat ID: 3481
Section: East Side
X: 8
Y: 2
Until further notice (Mel, are we getting a table area to ourselves again?)
Seat ID: 3481
Section: East Side
X: 8
Y: 2
Until further notice (Mel, are we getting a table area to ourselves again?)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on April 28, 2005, 08:23:48 AM
Post by: Melbosa on April 28, 2005, 08:23:48 AM
I hope so, will have to check with Cova again to see if we can swing it.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 28, 2005, 09:32:47 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 28, 2005, 09:32:47 AM
Registered #70!
I see Cova on there, but I don't see the rest of you lot, rizegister it up beeyotches!
I see Cova on there, but I don't see the rest of you lot, rizegister it up beeyotches!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on April 28, 2005, 11:51:08 PM
Post by: Lazybones on April 28, 2005, 11:51:08 PM
Did you guys grab seats on the cool side this time? There is better A/C on the other side than we where on last year.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on April 29, 2005, 08:28:11 AM
Post by: Melbosa on April 29, 2005, 08:28:11 AM
Same spot as last time. It would just be our luck that they fix the AC on our side when we move to the otherside just to have it break down :(
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on April 29, 2005, 09:29:04 AM
Post by: Lazybones on April 29, 2005, 09:29:04 AM
Quote from: "Melbosa"Same spot as last time. It would just be our luck that they fix the AC on our side when we move to the otherside just to have it break down :(As stated on the frag site, the reson the other side is cooler is because there is less general seating because of the the areas set aside for tounament play.. hence fewer active computers and players at any time.
Only bonus is that it is somewhat close to the head table so I can run up there with my legit old games for the whacky contestest..
Seat ID: 3483
Section: East Side
X: 8
Y: 4
... unless we all move...
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 29, 2005, 10:27:42 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 29, 2005, 10:27:42 PM
That might be true, but the air conditioners were non-functional for the better part of two days at F2004. I remember Frag 2003, and it was comfortable (cold even, at night), so I'm hoping that things are better this year.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on April 30, 2005, 02:18:09 AM
Post by: Melbosa on April 30, 2005, 02:18:09 AM
Sometimes my attempts at slapstick are just so lost on the world..... lets thought drift off into oblivion... :D
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 30, 2005, 02:31:13 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on April 30, 2005, 02:31:13 AM
Quote from: "Melbosa"Sometimes my attempts at slapstick are just so lost on the world..... lets thought drift off into oblivion... :DEh? I thought you were trying to be ironic.
Also, what's the word on our reserve spots? I see the next row over has a bunch of spots cordoned off, but yet not us. Have we fallen from favour?
Additionally, I have taken the week of Frag (and the following week off), I would like to volunteer my l33t skillz for that first week, who should I talk to about that?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Tonnica on May 02, 2005, 09:04:44 PM
Post by: Tonnica on May 02, 2005, 09:04:44 PM
Just signed up:
Seat ID: 3482
Section: East Side
X: 8
Y: 3
No way I'm sitting at the corner. I'm like a magnet for people walking into me (and shopping carts though I doubt those will be present unless they get REALLY creative with the contests).
There will be many battle's. Oh yes, many battle's indeed.
Seat ID: 3482
Section: East Side
X: 8
Y: 3
No way I'm sitting at the corner. I'm like a magnet for people walking into me (and shopping carts though I doubt those will be present unless they get REALLY creative with the contests).
There will be many battle's. Oh yes, many battle's indeed.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 04, 2005, 02:51:46 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 04, 2005, 02:51:46 PM
Reminder: First 200 paid registrants are elligable for a price drawing (which could equate to a whole new rig).
http://www.fragapalooza.com/
http://www.fragapalooza.com/
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on May 04, 2005, 03:09:19 PM
Post by: Lazybones on May 04, 2005, 03:09:19 PM
Quote from: "Mr. Analog"Reminder: First 200 paid registrants are elligable for a price drawing (which could equate to a whole new rig).Currently 159 are confirmed paid, 305 if you include the non paid ones
http://www.fragapalooza.com/
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 04, 2005, 03:49:22 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 04, 2005, 03:49:22 PM
The list will cut off after 200 are in the paid list.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 04, 2005, 03:54:24 PM
Post by: Melbosa on May 04, 2005, 03:54:24 PM
Quote from: "Mr. Analog"Additionally, I have taken the week of Frag (and the following week off), I would like to volunteer my l33t skillz for that first week, who should I talk to about that?Read your emails you got from the Frag staff, the one you even posted, has the email in it for who to contact for Volunteer work.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 04, 2005, 03:55:10 PM
Post by: Melbosa on May 04, 2005, 03:55:10 PM
Quote from: "Mr. Analog"Also, what's the word on our reserve spots? I see the next row over has a bunch of spots cordoned off, but yet not us. Have we fallen from favour?Its coming I hope. Up to Cova to arrange.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 04, 2005, 04:00:24 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 04, 2005, 04:00:24 PM
Quote from: "Melbosa"Yep, I got that, I think I posted those queries the same night even (heavens to mergatroid!)Quote from: "Mr. Analog"Additionally, I have taken the week of Frag (and the following week off), I would like to volunteer my l33t skillz for that first week, who should I talk to about that?Read your emails you got from the Frag staff, the one you even posted, has the email in it for who to contact for Volunteer work.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Fedora Gal on May 05, 2005, 08:31:22 AM
Post by: Fedora Gal on May 05, 2005, 08:31:22 AM
bah went to register today and wouldn't let me make a new account :(
don't have my pword anymore and can't do the email recovery because it's my old telus account....heh it's not been my luck with computers for the last couple of days that's for sure.
Anyway, I've taken pretty much a whole week off to come out and visit all you crazies in Edmonton.
Any plans for a hotel room?
don't have my pword anymore and can't do the email recovery because it's my old telus account....heh it's not been my luck with computers for the last couple of days that's for sure.
Anyway, I've taken pretty much a whole week off to come out and visit all you crazies in Edmonton.
Any plans for a hotel room?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 05, 2005, 09:20:41 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 05, 2005, 09:20:41 AM
Tonnica and I are probabably going to split a room...
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 05, 2005, 12:22:28 PM
Post by: Melbosa on May 05, 2005, 12:22:28 PM
I have already booked the usual 2 bed room, so welcome to share with me, any who is in.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 05, 2005, 02:46:13 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 05, 2005, 02:46:13 PM
Do they have discounted rates for Frag peeps?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 05, 2005, 03:10:19 PM
Post by: Melbosa on May 05, 2005, 03:10:19 PM
Aye they do if you tell them your attending the event.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Fedora Gal on May 07, 2005, 12:20:41 PM
Post by: Fedora Gal on May 07, 2005, 12:20:41 PM
I'll definately split the cost with you Mel, and any others who'll be needing sleeping facilities...about how much is the room per night, so I know how much moolah I need to save....did you request a fridge? as I noticed no coolers aloud on the floor this year.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 07, 2005, 10:48:32 PM
Post by: Melbosa on May 07, 2005, 10:48:32 PM
Requests for fridges are done at the checkin. Looks like cause I stated would be roughly 4 of us (didn't know who was in/who wasn't) its $160/Night at 3 nights.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on May 07, 2005, 11:43:29 PM
Post by: Lazybones on May 07, 2005, 11:43:29 PM
I'm interested in splitting the room melbosa. Also I think I am going to be on the look out for a stealth cooler..
Placing my collapsible cooler in my duffel bag worked OK last year but I think I want to find a better solution.
Should probably look at getting something like this fan, too bad they are out of stock. Might be fun to hook up a USB hub and have 5 of those blowing at once ;)
Placing my collapsible cooler in my duffel bag worked OK last year but I think I want to find a better solution.
Should probably look at getting something like this fan, too bad they are out of stock. Might be fun to hook up a USB hub and have 5 of those blowing at once ;)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 08, 2005, 10:46:27 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 08, 2005, 10:46:27 PM
FYI, USB and battery powered fans are A-OK by the staff...
...in case anyone cares, that is.
...in case anyone cares, that is.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 09, 2005, 11:40:48 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 09, 2005, 11:40:48 AM
Only 15 "earlybird" draw spots left, if you want in you will have to pay for your registration and answer the skill testing question very soon.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Fedora Gal on May 09, 2005, 12:29:32 PM
Post by: Fedora Gal on May 09, 2005, 12:29:32 PM
I'm all set, I took the isle seat :P
hehe, anyway, I guess next on my list is the games, I've noticed a few on the frag ws, but since I've been out of the Lan loop, what have you guys been playing?
hehe, anyway, I guess next on my list is the games, I've noticed a few on the frag ws, but since I've been out of the Lan loop, what have you guys been playing?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on May 09, 2005, 12:53:30 PM
Post by: Lazybones on May 09, 2005, 12:53:30 PM
Quote from: "Shaeleam"I'm all set, I took the isle seat :PThat's one of my problem, I HAVEN'T been plaing many LAN games.
hehe, anyway, I guess next on my list is the games, I've noticed a few on the frag ws, but since I've been out of the Lan loop, what have you guys been playing?
I thought LOTR: Battle for Middle Earth was cool.. Need to give that one another shot.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 09, 2005, 01:20:46 PM
Post by: Melbosa on May 09, 2005, 01:20:46 PM
Quote from: "Shaeleam"I'm all set, I took the isle seat :PKewl we need someone to sit on the "bags with coolers". Traditionally we just put our "stuff" on the isle seat. But hey we could always use someone to watch it :P
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 09, 2005, 01:48:22 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 09, 2005, 01:48:22 PM
Games I know I will be playing:
-UT2K4
-COD
-BF: V
-RoN
-**MAYBE** CS:S
Games I want to play (but probably won't):
-Battlefield2
-Tribes: Vengence
And of course my new favourite game:
-Network leech!
-UT2K4
-COD
-BF: V
-RoN
-**MAYBE** CS:S
Games I want to play (but probably won't):
-Battlefield2
-Tribes: Vengence
And of course my new favourite game:
-Network leech!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 09, 2005, 01:49:20 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 09, 2005, 01:49:20 PM
I also want to get a new CPU sometime before July...
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on May 09, 2005, 01:54:19 PM
Post by: Shayne on May 09, 2005, 01:54:19 PM
So how much time is actually spent gaming at this thing? From those ive talked to at work, most of its spent network leeching, watching movies, tv shows, etc.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 09, 2005, 03:20:10 PM
Post by: Melbosa on May 09, 2005, 03:20:10 PM
As much time as you want. There are always multiple games of everything being played. Don't have to wait for us to play with either. Just start up a game and look for a network one already going.
Can also use the local IRC system to arrange a game with anyone.
Can also use the local IRC system to arrange a game with anyone.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on May 09, 2005, 03:29:29 PM
Post by: Lazybones on May 09, 2005, 03:29:29 PM
Well other than when the network is down (most of the first day it always seems) you can game any time you want.. just don't expect everyone around you to want to play the same thing.. There is often a game running for almost any mildly popular game at anytime. The best part is that you can get up from your seat and bitchslap a fool if he ticks you off in game.
It's a social event as well.. You can meet some interesting people. Its one of those times where you meet someone online in a game and you can go over and meet face to face if you want.
As well it is a good evenent to win swag and new hardware at.. there are contests run all through out the event.
It's a social event as well.. You can meet some interesting people. Its one of those times where you meet someone online in a game and you can go over and meet face to face if you want.
As well it is a good evenent to win swag and new hardware at.. there are contests run all through out the event.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Darren Dirt on May 09, 2005, 03:50:48 PM
Post by: Darren Dirt on May 09, 2005, 03:50:48 PM
Quote from: "Mr. Analog"Games I know I will be playing:Heh, I can NAME at least one reason why that last one is a fave of yours... ;)
-UT2K4
-COD
-BF: V
-RoN
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Fedora Gal on May 10, 2005, 08:18:20 AM
Post by: Fedora Gal on May 10, 2005, 08:18:20 AM
QuoteKewl we need someone to sit on the "bags with coolers". Traditionally we just put our "stuff" on the isle seat. But hey we could always use someone to watch it
well last time I checked there was still the isle seat next to you :P
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 10, 2005, 09:07:33 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 10, 2005, 09:07:33 AM
Since we don't have our seating area reserved this year we may have difficulty keeping open spaces between us.
Anybody interested in buying some buffer spots? Maybe bring a server to run our own tourneys on?
Anybody interested in buying some buffer spots? Maybe bring a server to run our own tourneys on?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 12, 2005, 10:59:25 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 12, 2005, 10:59:25 AM
Well, registered Fraggers is at 199 which I believe is the cutoff for the earlybird draw.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Darren Dirt on May 12, 2005, 12:51:35 PM
Post by: Darren Dirt on May 12, 2005, 12:51:35 PM
2 other clans have more than our 5 members - GarageLAN (15 members) and [crd] (8 members) - looks like mostly solo artists...
Wow, you "East Enders" are pretty much all alone there - lotsa elbow room, and I am guessing Melbosa-Cova will be passing the junk food across the aisle to the rest of you in order to discourage traffic between you ;)
Wow, you "East Enders" are pretty much all alone there - lotsa elbow room, and I am guessing Melbosa-Cova will be passing the junk food across the aisle to the rest of you in order to discourage traffic between you ;)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 12, 2005, 01:05:19 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 12, 2005, 01:05:19 PM
Their flower power is no match for my glower power!
Grrr! Stay outta our part of Frag non-people-I-know!
Grrr! Stay outta our part of Frag non-people-I-know!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Cova on May 13, 2005, 05:29:21 PM
Post by: Cova on May 13, 2005, 05:29:21 PM
I haven't talked to Gil (FP President) yet this year - normally he contacts well before registration about reserving the projectors from NAIT and such (which is what I usually provide in trade for reserved seating area). But with many of us already registered, seating likely won't be a problem. Spread out a wee bit - people aren't going to take a single seat with none of their friends nearby, and if we have a few empty seats around during the event then everyone gets more elbow-room.
Also - Intelcrash (sittin in our row a little ways down) is one of my brothers friends. They always take the section just down the row from us (probably 4 or 5 of them)
Also - Intelcrash (sittin in our row a little ways down) is one of my brothers friends. They always take the section just down the row from us (probably 4 or 5 of them)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 13, 2005, 07:38:22 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 13, 2005, 07:38:22 PM
I just sent an e-mail off to Gil about volunteering.
Around what time of day does set up take place during that week?
Around what time of day does set up take place during that week?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 15, 2005, 12:23:56 AM
Post by: Melbosa on May 15, 2005, 12:23:56 AM
Quote from: "Mr. Analog"I just sent an e-mail off to Gil about volunteering.Hope you emailed Mike, not Gil :D
Around what time of day does set up take place during that week?
Volunteering starts around 7:00AM on Tuesday, and ends...
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Well when the event is over. Daily could be all nighters.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 15, 2005, 02:02:16 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 15, 2005, 02:02:16 AM
That must be why I e-mailed Gil then :angry:
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on May 15, 2005, 08:13:20 PM
Post by: Lazybones on May 15, 2005, 08:13:20 PM
As there will once again be a cooler ban thanks to the Mayfield. I would like to point out that Superstore is now stocking several duffel bag style coolers.. These are isolated collapable coolers like the one I had last year but look like duffel bags..
I am thinking of picking one of these up and several cold packs.. I found the ice and water difficult to deal with last year.
I am thinking of picking one of these up and several cold packs.. I found the ice and water difficult to deal with last year.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 15, 2005, 10:33:18 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 15, 2005, 10:33:18 PM
I'll fork in some dough on that action!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 16, 2005, 02:24:49 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 16, 2005, 02:24:49 PM
Well, I got my room booked. It was one of the last delux non-smoking rooms.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on May 16, 2005, 03:48:00 PM
Post by: Melbosa on May 16, 2005, 03:48:00 PM
So far I've got me Sis, and Lazy chippin in on the Hotel room. Anyone else up for it?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Cova on May 16, 2005, 04:37:04 PM
Post by: Cova on May 16, 2005, 04:37:04 PM
I'll probably borrow a little of one of these hotel rooms. I don't really care if I sleep in my chair or on a bed, but you'll all complain less if I can use one of the showers a few times.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on May 22, 2005, 12:42:09 PM
Post by: Lazybones on May 22, 2005, 12:42:09 PM
Virus issues under control this year ?? :blink:
Next thing they will be telling us that they have a router / firewall vendor that will implement QoS
QuoteMay 19 2005
New Sponsor - 20:19 MST - Sphincter
The Fragapalooza Staff are pleased to announce a new sponsor for this year. Grisoft Inc. will be joining us for the first time this year. For those of you who do not know who Grisoft is, think AVG Anti-Virus! We are extremely happy to have Grisoft join us this year! Check out the sponsor page for more info.
Next thing they will be telling us that they have a router / firewall vendor that will implement QoS
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 22, 2005, 12:46:29 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on May 22, 2005, 12:46:29 PM
Hah! I would settle for switches that didn't reboot themselves when it got too hot on Friday, that was annoying!
-RPG aimed
-Firing!
-. . .Server Connection Lost. . .
-Arrgh!
-RPG aimed
-Firing!
-. . .Server Connection Lost. . .
-Arrgh!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Cova on June 08, 2005, 10:01:33 AM
Post by: Cova on June 08, 2005, 10:01:33 AM
Just e-mailed Strat about our reserved seating area this year. Assuming it goes through people will need to e-mail/PM me when they want to reserve seats in our area. I need your username from the Frag msg boards in that message to add you to the seating group.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on June 08, 2005, 12:53:02 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on June 08, 2005, 12:53:02 PM
ThankYou!ThankYou!ThankYou!
My board name on the Fraga Forums is "Jigen"
My board name on the Fraga Forums is "Jigen"
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on June 22, 2005, 01:16:14 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on June 22, 2005, 01:16:14 PM
INTERESTING FRAGA UPDATES!
QuoteGreetings!
Hope you guys are all doing well.
We have extended the early registration to this Sunday June 26th. After that date Registration will be $75 online and at the door. We will not be able to take event T-shirt orders after that date as well. If you have pre-registered you will be able to check in to the event a day early on Wednesday July 20th from noon to 6pm so you can bypass the lines on Thursday July 21st. Please remember also that no coolers will be allowed in the venue during the event. There are also still Fragapalooza Hotel rooms available but they are limited so call in and book soon.
We the staff of Fragapalooza are very excited about this year?s event as we have been working hard to include more game servers and fun tournaments. The network is looking really good this year as D-link has stepped up and included some layer3 equipment which will help things greatly. Bawls has also added a unique touch to this year?s event by supplying a stretch Hummer Limo to escort anyone who wishes to buy any Bawls at Compusmart down the road.
Compusmart would like to make sure they will have enough supply to meet the possible demand. They will be selling cases for $39.95 + GST + Deposit. If you think you will be partaking in this deal let us know and email us how many cases. We will pass that info on to them. We are working possibly getting a few lovely ladies to accompany anyone who makes the trip in the Hummer for stimulating conversation. :)
email: bawls[where it's at]fragapalooza.com
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 04, 2005, 07:58:40 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 04, 2005, 07:58:40 PM
Mike got back to me about volunteering, he's sending me the form soon, I guess I will have to hitch a ride with Melbosa, I'll be off for both weeks so helping out shouldn't be a problem.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on July 04, 2005, 10:23:48 PM
Post by: Melbosa on July 04, 2005, 10:23:48 PM
Should be alright, although you'll need to be bright and early, I think we started at 7:30AM last time on Tuesday.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 04, 2005, 11:24:21 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 04, 2005, 11:24:21 PM
Quote from: "Melbosa"Should be alright, although you'll need to be bright and early, I think we started at 7:30AM last time on Tuesday.As long as I know when to expect you I can be up...
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 09, 2005, 01:33:18 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 09, 2005, 01:33:18 AM
Yo people, if we aren't getting reserved seating spread out!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 17, 2005, 03:30:29 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 17, 2005, 03:30:29 PM
Okay, so i't look like i wont beable to make it after all. Just to much going on over the couple months to spend a $100+ on a weekend of gaming.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 17, 2005, 07:42:20 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 17, 2005, 07:42:20 PM
Still if you want to swing by and check it out doors are open to the public until 10PM.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 17, 2005, 08:31:46 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 17, 2005, 08:31:46 PM
QuoteDear Shayne Bundus,I noticed that i still had a few bucks in my account from the now defunct Mars Project, so i used that to cover most of it. Im all set to come...i might have an LCD by then, but im not gonna hold my breath *shrug*
This email confirms that you have paid Fragapalooza (paypal@fragapalooza.com) $75.00 CAD using PayPal.
This credit card transaction will appear on your bill as "PAYPAL *FRAGAPALOOZ".
How is parking? Im gonna have to make 3 trips to the car i think, and most of my gear is sorta heavy.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 17, 2005, 11:51:20 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 17, 2005, 11:51:20 PM
Well, glad to see you onboard my friend. Parking is usually a controlled nightmare with some lucky breaks, indeed the early bird catches the worm so they say. Mind you... I'm not an automobilist so I don't really know what depths from which I speak...
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on July 18, 2005, 12:05:14 AM
Post by: Lazybones on July 18, 2005, 12:05:14 AM
Quote from: "Shayne"Parking is fine as long as you know the secret. Everyone tires to park on the side where the main entrance is.QuoteDear Shayne Bundus,I noticed that i still had a few bucks in my account from the now defunct Mars Project, so i used that to cover most of it. Im all set to come...i might have an LCD by then, but im not gonna hold my breath *shrug*
This email confirms that you have paid Fragapalooza (paypal@fragapalooza.com) $75.00 CAD using PayPal.
This credit card transaction will appear on your bill as "PAYPAL *FRAGAPALOOZ".
How is parking? Im gonna have to make 3 trips to the car i think, and most of my gear is sorta heavy.
There is a pedway between the hotel and the hall. there are doors on both sides of it, if you drive around to the other side you can park close to the pedway and walk right into the main entrance of the hall.
Although I have noticed more people parking on that side with each year the event is held at the Mayfield.
![](<a href="http://img293.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mayfieldparking5zx.png" class="bbc_link" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://img293.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mayfieldparking5zx.png</a>)
Notes:
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Orange is the common over used place to park and where everyone arrives.
Green is the better place to park and unload
The red arrows indicate entry into the hall.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 02:13:21 AM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 02:13:21 AM
My fair sister will need a ride, that is to say if I am already set up through volunteering! On Thor's day...
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 18, 2005, 08:10:37 AM
Post by: Shayne on July 18, 2005, 08:10:37 AM
So my plan is to head in that direction after work on Friday. I wont make it in till 6ish, but i have a seat reserved between Melbosa and Cova as that was really the only seat left if i wanted to be in the cliq.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Tonnica on July 18, 2005, 02:12:33 PM
Post by: Tonnica on July 18, 2005, 02:12:33 PM
Anyone able to hitch me a lift out to the Mayfield on thursday? If not I'll probably have to get a taxi in. I think I'll also need to stop at Memory Express to get a new video card. My trusty GeForce Ti 4600 doesn't have the right spicyness for me to be able to play Battlefield 2. What I won't do for a well organized artillery strike.
...Man it's a good thing I've been saving up. After this I won't need to buy a new vital computer part for around 3 years.
Oh except OF COURSE for the DRM'ed monitors when Longhorn comes along. I'll get on those RIGHT AWAY! (joking, of course!) :P
...Man it's a good thing I've been saving up. After this I won't need to buy a new vital computer part for around 3 years.
Oh except OF COURSE for the DRM'ed monitors when Longhorn comes along. I'll get on those RIGHT AWAY! (joking, of course!) :P
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Ustauk on July 18, 2005, 02:17:07 PM
Post by: Ustauk on July 18, 2005, 02:17:07 PM
Quote from: "Tonnica"Anyone able to hitch me a lift out to the Mayfield on thursday? If not I'll probably have to get a taxi in. I think I'll also need to stop at Memory Express to get a new video card. My trusty GeForce Ti 4600 doesn't have the right spicyness for me to be able to play Battlefield 2. What I won't do for a well organized artillery strike.Oh, alright, nobody else volunteered, I'll stick my neck out :) I must warn you, though, I'm not an early riser. Will you need a ride back on Sunday, or will your father be able to make it out then?
...Man it's a good thing I've been saving up. After this I won't need to buy a new vital computer part for around 3 years.
Oh except OF COURSE for the DRM'ed monitors when Longhorn comes along. I'll get on those RIGHT AWAY! (joking, of course!) :P
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Tonnica on July 18, 2005, 02:31:50 PM
Post by: Tonnica on July 18, 2005, 02:31:50 PM
Quote from: "Ustauk"Oh, alright, nobody else volunteered, I'll stick my neck out :) I must warn you, though, I'm not an early riser. Will you need a ride back on Sunday, or will your father be able to make it out then?I'm not much of an early riser myself (mornings BAD!). I should be able to snag a ride back home with the folks as they come back this friday though. Thanks for the offer Ustauk!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 02:42:04 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 02:42:04 PM
I too need a ride on Thursday, Lazy?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on July 18, 2005, 03:23:37 PM
Post by: Lazybones on July 18, 2005, 03:23:37 PM
Quote from: "Mr. Analog"I too need a ride on Thursday, Lazy?I can give you a lift Mr. A.. I think my car only has enough room for two geeks and gear so thats about it..
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 03:26:17 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 03:26:17 PM
Quote from: "Lazybones"Groov-EQuote from: "Mr. Analog"I too need a ride on Thursday, Lazy?I can give you a lift Mr. A.. I think my car only has enough room for two geeks and gear so thats about it..
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on July 18, 2005, 03:51:24 PM
Post by: Melbosa on July 18, 2005, 03:51:24 PM
FYI
Wish their emailer on the forums would format the email before sending lol
QuoteGreetings, Its here?Fragapalooza week! Doors will open at the Mayfield Trade Center this Thursday at 9:00am. Those of you that have completed registration (event fee?s have been paid) may check in on Wednesday from noon to 6:00pm. You must bring your computer and monitor with you so security ID stickers can be placed on it. You will also receive your event pass. No one will be able to setup or leave anything at the venue on Wednesday. Please make sure you have photo ID with you at all times. Those of you that check in on Wednesday will be able to bypass the lines on Thursday and setup when the doors open. Please remember there will be no coolers allowed in the venue. Keep them in your car or hotel room. Powered fans and speakers are also prohibited. If you are 17 years of age or under you must have the event permission form/waiver filled out by your parent or legal guardian to gain admittance. http://www.fragapalooza.com/files/FP_2005_...missionSlip.pdf Bawls has offered up a Bawls Preorder Program for Fragapalooza this year. You will be whisked away to Compusmart in a rental vehicle and provided with your case (Or Cases) of Bawls at the special Fragapalooza "Discounted" price of $40 INCLUDING GST AND DEPOSIT. If you would like to get in on this special price for a 24 Bottle case of Bawls please respond to bawls@fragapalooza.com with your nick name and your first/last name as well as the number of cases you would like to book. Please bring your Fragapalooza ID with you when picking up your Cases at Compusmart. If you sent in your order intentions 2 weeks ago when we first announced it, please RESEND in your order to confirm. The emails that we received 2 weeks ago only stated intentions and wern't specific as to exactly how many you were ordering. Lastly we would like to welcome Dell as a sponsor this year. They will be at the event to answer any questions you may have about requirements for working for Dell and you can check out www.dell.ca for more info on employment opportunities here in Edmonton. We met with one of their representatives and we were impressed with what she had to say about working for their company. Bring your resumes! Cheers Everyone! See you there! ______________________________ Fragapalooza Staff 2005 http://www.fragapalooza.com Biggest Lan Event in Canada!
Wish their emailer on the forums would format the email before sending lol
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 18, 2005, 03:57:31 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 18, 2005, 03:57:31 PM
Anyone else get this in their email 4 times? haha.
*off topic* can we get a "quick reply" button in this forum please?
*off topic* can we get a "quick reply" button in this forum please?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 03:58:58 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 03:58:58 PM
Formatted for your conveniance :)
I also ordered 2x cases of Bawls for y'all, on me.
Quote
Greetings,
Its here?Fragapalooza week!
Doors will open at the Mayfield Trade Center this Thursday at 9:00am. Those of you that have completed registration (event fee?s have been paid) may check in on Wednesday from noon to 6:00pm. You must bring your computer and monitor with you so security ID stickers can be placed on it. You will also receive your event pass. No one will be able to setup or leave anything at the venue on Wednesday. Please make sure you have photo ID with you at all times. Those of you that check in on Wednesday will be able to bypass the lines on Thursday and setup when the doors open.
Please remember there will be no coolers allowed in the venue. Keep them in your car or hotel room. Powered fans and speakers are also prohibited. If you are 17 years of age or under you must have the event permission form/waiver filled out by your parent or legal guardian to gain admittance. http://www.fragapalooza.com/files/FP_2005_...missionSlip.pdf
Bawls has offered up a Bawls Preorder Program for Fragapalooza this year. You will be whisked away to Compusmart in a rental vehicle and provided with your case (Or Cases) of Bawls at the special Fragapalooza "Discounted" price of $40 INCLUDING GST AND DEPOSIT. If you would like to get in on this special price for a 24 Bottle case of Bawls please respond to bawls@fragapalooza.com with your nick name and your first/last name as well as the number of cases you would like to book. Please bring your Fragapalooza ID with you when picking up your Cases at Compusmart. If you sent in your order intentions 2 weeks ago when we first announced it, please RESEND in your order to confirm. The emails that we received 2 weeks ago only stated intentions and wern't specific as to exactly how many you were ordering.
Lastly we would like to welcome Dell as a sponsor this year. They will be at the event to answer any questions you may have about requirements for working for Dell and you can check out www.dell.ca for more info on employment opportunities here in Edmonton. We met with one of their representatives and we were impressed with what she had to say about working for their company. Bring your resumes! Cheers Everyone! See you there!
______________________________
Fragapalooza Staff 2005 http://www.fragapalooza.com Biggest Lan Event in Canada!
I also ordered 2x cases of Bawls for y'all, on me.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 18, 2005, 04:06:49 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 18, 2005, 04:06:49 PM
Quote from: "Mr. Analog"I also ordered 2x cases of Bawls for y'all, on me.You're a beard away from being Santa Claus.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Cova on July 18, 2005, 04:14:08 PM
Post by: Cova on July 18, 2005, 04:14:08 PM
Only 2 cases? We're going to need a lot more than that before the event is over I think. Have a feeling Mel and I will be raiding the staff Bawls supply many times during the event.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 04:16:09 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 04:16:09 PM
Quote from: "Cova"Only 2 cases? We're going to need a lot more than that before the event is over I think. Have a feeling Mel and I will be raiding the staff Bawls supply many times during the event.Well, go right ahead, if you pre-order it's a bit cheaper than full retail.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 04:19:03 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 04:19:03 PM
Hey uhh, are we getting our seating locked so we can spread out a bit? Is it too late?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 04:45:48 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 18, 2005, 04:45:48 PM
Quote from: "Shayne"Quote from: "Mr. Analog"I also ordered 2x cases of Bawls for y'all, on me.You're a beard away from being Santa Claus.
Ho ho ho!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on July 18, 2005, 05:39:50 PM
Post by: Melbosa on July 18, 2005, 05:39:50 PM
Quote from: "Shayne"Anyone else get this in their email 4 times? haha.Done, sorry missed that on this forum.
*off topic* can we get a "quick reply" button in this forum please?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on July 18, 2005, 05:40:18 PM
Post by: Melbosa on July 18, 2005, 05:40:18 PM
Quote from: "Cova"Only 2 cases? We're going to need a lot more than that before the event is over I think. Have a feeling Mel and I will be raiding the staff Bawls supply many times during the event.Gowd I hope they have a supply.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on July 18, 2005, 06:05:40 PM
Post by: Melbosa on July 18, 2005, 06:05:40 PM
More Info:
QuoteHey Everyone;
This is going out to everyone, but it's most relevant for setup volunteers. Those of you who can make it tomorrow, we'll meet at the Mayfield at 9am. First thing is to pick up the truck and then get all the equipment from storage. We have a truck rented from 10am - 3pm.
We will work Tuesday probably very late (4am+). Stay as long as you can/spare/need to. For Wed. hopefully we troubleshoot and setup registration.
Those of you who work Thursday morning's registration - try and be there before 8am, preferably 7:45 if you can.
One final note; we try to do the very best we can to feed our volunteers. However, sponsorship money has been very, very tight this year, so I must apologize in advance and ask you to take care that you bring money/food/lunches/beverages as needed. I will try to get you something to eat (pizza) for dinner for those who are putting in a monster shift tomorrow and Wed. But at least bring some lunches/snacks and water.
That's all for now. I really appreciate your help. :-)
Cheers!
Mike Smith
VP Fragapalooza
P.S. If anyone who knows a caterer/fast food place who would like to sponsor us for sandwiches - I am all ears. By all means, use your connections as much as you can - for any food for that matter. It's just that we all get so sick of pizza after 4 days (and I happen to like sandwiches:) ). By sponsorship I mean they are willing to give us food for free or very cheap. Otherwise, it's not worth the hassle to arrange for this unless we get it for at least 50% off. If you think you have a valid lead, let me know ASAP via phone (780) 970-7886 to make promotional arrangements.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 19, 2005, 01:19:15 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 19, 2005, 01:19:15 PM
WTF is up with our seating they've totally split us up :angry:
I don't want to be hanging on the end like that either...
I don't want to be hanging on the end like that either...
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 01:40:54 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 01:40:54 PM
holy $h!t! What happened? Im really worred of what might be in the "gap" now. i dont want to be in an area thats constantly under heavy traffic.
Seats: 4032 - 4038 & 4056 - 4057 are vacant, might be a backup? Is their anyway we can change positions?
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I'm also liking 3756 - 3760 & 3780 - 3783 but those are next to the wall and its a pretty big gap their too.
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Seats: 4032 - 4038 & 4056 - 4057 are vacant, might be a backup? Is their anyway we can change positions?
(http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/4602/15td.th.gif)
I'm also liking 3756 - 3760 & 3780 - 3783 but those are next to the wall and its a pretty big gap their too.
(http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/8537/26ir.th.gif)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 01:44:59 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 01:44:59 PM
If we can get 3542 & 3543 to move down a few their is a huge group of greens their as well.
(http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/6761/30eq.th.gif)
(http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/6761/30eq.th.gif)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 19, 2005, 02:39:34 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 19, 2005, 02:39:34 PM
Well need chairs that are opposite the corridors not the tables, the squares that are together represent machines on the same tables, the gaps are the spaces between the tables, so we want something that looks like:
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Man this really sux...
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Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 02:51:55 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 02:51:55 PM
I get what your saying. my 3rd pick where those 2 red on one table, and the 2 red on the other (inside the yellow box) is where we wanna be.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 19, 2005, 02:53:59 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 19, 2005, 02:53:59 PM
Hopefully the admins let us move, 'cause for now:
QuoteSeat reservations closed, you may change seats at the event, see you soon!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 02:56:42 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 02:56:42 PM
Since their is NO WAY im gonna make it before 6 on Friday, if we move seats, can somebody PLEASE save me one? I dont know how thats gonna work, but PLEASE :)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 19, 2005, 03:02:04 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 19, 2005, 03:02:04 PM
Quote from: "Shayne"Since their is NO WAY im gonna make it before 6 on Friday, if we move seats, can somebody PLEASE save me one? I dont know how thats gonna work, but PLEASE :)I got ya covered!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 06:03:15 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 19, 2005, 06:03:15 PM
QuoteWe made a post about the possible seating changes back before registration opened. We get charged per table, so it doesn't make any sense to have empty tables.
I had to make a best-guess when it came to changing the seating...send me a PMSG tonight and I will try and put you guys back together again. Please include the seats you want to have. If I don't hear back from you tonight, it will be too late.
That goes for anyone who got moved today. We try and do the best we can, but sometimes @%&# happens. I will do my best to fix it for you! Smile
For the love of god, i hope you see this message Mr.A or Melbosa, or whoever else wants to spearhead this operation.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on July 19, 2005, 07:56:32 PM
Post by: Lazybones on July 19, 2005, 07:56:32 PM
Not sure its 100% fixed but the seating doesn't look too bad now.. and there are a bunch of green spots we can shift down too now if we want to bunch up more.
Not having the row extend all the way should make it much easier to move equipment in and out.
Not having the row extend all the way should make it much easier to move equipment in and out.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Ustauk on July 20, 2005, 12:21:32 AM
Post by: Ustauk on July 20, 2005, 12:21:32 AM
I just finished wiping my machine. Besides BF2, UT2K4, and Battlefront, what else do I need to install for Frag?
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Lazybones on July 20, 2005, 08:26:32 AM
Post by: Lazybones on July 20, 2005, 08:26:32 AM
Quote from: "Ustauk"I just finished wiping my machine. Besides BF2, UT2K4, and Battlefront, what else do I need to install for Frag?Up to date anti-virus software ;)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Ustauk on July 20, 2005, 08:36:35 AM
Post by: Ustauk on July 20, 2005, 08:36:35 AM
Quote from: "Lazybones"That was installed first thing after the OS (used a slipstreamed SP2 disk), and updated as soon as I plugged in the network cable :)Quote from: "Ustauk"I just finished wiping my machine. Besides BF2, UT2K4, and Battlefront, what else do I need to install for Frag?Up to date anti-virus software ;)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Drunkener on July 20, 2005, 09:23:12 AM
Post by: Drunkener on July 20, 2005, 09:23:12 AM
Yeah I still need to wipe my machine... havent had much time since I've been leading too many molten core and blackwing lair raids recently.
Anyways at lunch I am going to go pickup some games, what should I buy? BF2 is on my list, but I dont know what else I should bring.
Hoping to get some Tribes in this weekend too :)
Anyways at lunch I am going to go pickup some games, what should I buy? BF2 is on my list, but I dont know what else I should bring.
Hoping to get some Tribes in this weekend too :)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Tonnica on July 20, 2005, 10:33:44 AM
Post by: Tonnica on July 20, 2005, 10:33:44 AM
Seating still looks an touch bit messed. Looks like Mr. A might have gotten a hold of someone as he's moved down a bit now. Looks like we'll have to make extra sure we agree on where we want to move to if we have to move from our current arrangement. And cross our fingers real hard.
I'm pretty sure I'm ready. Got some Unreal 2004 and once I get a new video card I should have BF2 working for me. As well I've got Call of Duty, Battlefield 1942, and Battlefield Vietnam for side practice and fun. If anyone hasn't seen Shawn of Dead yet I'll bring along the DVD for watching as well.
I'm pretty sure I'm ready. Got some Unreal 2004 and once I get a new video card I should have BF2 working for me. As well I've got Call of Duty, Battlefield 1942, and Battlefield Vietnam for side practice and fun. If anyone hasn't seen Shawn of Dead yet I'll bring along the DVD for watching as well.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 20, 2005, 11:06:50 AM
Post by: Shayne on July 20, 2005, 11:06:50 AM
Quote from: "Tonnica"Call of DutyI'm just guessing...........piracy tends to be a little..........rampant at frag eh? CoD is in my top 5 most fun FPS games, and i dont own it (for shame, i know).
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Darren Dirt on July 20, 2005, 01:18:44 PM
Post by: Darren Dirt on July 20, 2005, 01:18:44 PM
Quote from: "Ustauk"Hey Ustauk, is that Slipstream disk WinXP Pro with SP2 minus all the unnecessary SP2 crap? If so, is it like an OS image, or is it just a normal slow installation still needed? I'm thinking of doing a rebuild of my system -- it's been like a year, and it's Microsoft, so... :rolleyes: -- and I'm thinking maybe I can borrow that CD from you? PS: In case nobody knows, my version of WinXP Pro is legit, bought it at a-computers in Oliver Square... Just looking for time savers, that's all. :)Quote from: "Lazybones"That was installed first thing after the OS (used a slipstreamed SP2 disk), and updated as soon as I plugged in the network cable :)Quote from: "Ustauk"I just finished wiping my machine. Besides BF2, UT2K4, and Battlefront, what else do I need to install for Frag?Up to date anti-virus software ;)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Ustauk on July 20, 2005, 01:36:30 PM
Post by: Ustauk on July 20, 2005, 01:36:30 PM
Quote from: "Darren Dirt"I'm afraid it contains all of SP2. What parts of that do you consider crap? Here's instructions on how to create a slip stream disk, provided you have Nero and a CD burner. I imagine you could use your legit copy to generate a slipstreamed version, and then use the same key you've always had. If not, let me know and I'll get you a copy.Quote from: "Ustauk"Hey Ustauk, is that Slipstream disk WinXP Pro with SP2 minus all the unnecessary SP2 crap? If so, is it like an OS image, or is it just a normal slow installation still needed? I'm thinking of doing a rebuild of my system -- it's been like a year, and it's Microsoft, so... :rolleyes: -- and I'm thinking maybe I can borrow that CD from you? PS: In case nobody knows, my version of WinXP Pro is legit, bought it at a-computers in Oliver Square... Just looking for time savers, that's all. :)Quote from: "Lazybones"That was installed first thing after the OS (used a slipstreamed SP2 disk), and updated as soon as I plugged in the network cable :)Quote from: "Ustauk"I just finished wiping my machine. Besides BF2, UT2K4, and Battlefront, what else do I need to install for Frag?Up to date anti-virus software ;)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Ustauk on July 20, 2005, 01:47:45 PM
Post by: Ustauk on July 20, 2005, 01:47:45 PM
Quote from: "Ustauk"I just finished wiping my machine. Besides BF2, UT2K4, and Battlefront, what else do I need to install for Frag?Oh, and for anyone who's putting in a new hard drive, installing the OS on it, and gets a message after installation saying could not load OS files ( or something like that ) , check to make sure the os hard drive is set to LBA. My board was setting the OS drive to CHA or something like that, and the OS was kaking out after installation. Once I set it manually to LBA, everything worked fine.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 20, 2005, 01:52:10 PM
Post by: Shayne on July 20, 2005, 01:52:10 PM
I have an XP SP2 disk thats under 130MB including all my drivers. Its really thin, and i dont recommend it for anybody.
I also have an XP SP2 disk that has most of the essentials and its around 300MB. All depends on what you want kept from the installation.
My original is a legit XP SP2 disk from the University of Oklahoma (im good friends with the cheif tech guy there), and i have a list of 80 or so unbanned unique keys (as i get the keys for free). So i can basically hook anyone up with a copy.
I also have an XP SP2 disk that has most of the essentials and its around 300MB. All depends on what you want kept from the installation.
My original is a legit XP SP2 disk from the University of Oklahoma (im good friends with the cheif tech guy there), and i have a list of 80 or so unbanned unique keys (as i get the keys for free). So i can basically hook anyone up with a copy.
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 20, 2005, 02:05:35 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 20, 2005, 02:05:35 PM
Yeah, if you guys want to be moved send a PM to Sphincter, ASAP:
(See this thread for more: http://www.fragapalooza.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=1341)
(See this thread for more: http://www.fragapalooza.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=1341)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Melbosa on July 20, 2005, 03:20:31 PM
Post by: Melbosa on July 20, 2005, 03:20:31 PM
Seating shouldn't be an issue but you sould still contact Sphincter
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 20, 2005, 04:15:57 PM
Post by: Mr. Analog on July 20, 2005, 04:15:57 PM
Now, what about foodables?
I want to get some bags of carrots like last time, and maybe some pop, chips and stuff? I have a fridge in my room (booked) so I can store stuff during the day!
I want to get some bags of carrots like last time, and maybe some pop, chips and stuff? I have a fridge in my room (booked) so I can store stuff during the day!
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Darren Dirt on July 21, 2005, 10:47:37 AM
Post by: Darren Dirt on July 21, 2005, 10:47:37 AM
Have a fragulous times, folks... I'm busy this weekend so I won't be able to join you not even to "observe". But if my plans change mebbe I'll call one of yer cells and set up plans to come visit and criticize your m@d l33t gaming skillz ;)
Title: Fragapalooza Thread
Post by: Shayne on July 22, 2005, 11:43:05 AM
Post by: Shayne on July 22, 2005, 11:43:05 AM
Adam is coming with me, if anyone sees this before like 2:00-2:30pm on Friday, can we get 2 seats in the RW area?