Cycle 2 of Fiesta's Next Top Model (Voter's Choice week 2/4) [Archive]

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:06 PM

Top Model is sponsored by Rin's Secret Catalogue and KKP Fiesta Radio

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Hwello Fiestians,
Welcome to week two of Top Model where you return to the usual format and you the voter have a direct say on who moves onto the next round. The player sponsored event that is open to all four servers where both models and voters alike are potential winners of sparkcash (please note the sparkcash are redeemed via a prepaid card code, where the sponsor will never request or need your real life info, account info and password). The primary purpose of such this month long event is for contestants to have some fun showing off their screenie skills while at the same time let the neighbors from other servers to get to known each other better in order to create a better sense of community. Yes each week will be a separate voting poll with its own exciting twists and turns. The previous finalists for the first Top Model contest had such a positive experience from this contest that they have all agreed to help me out for the first segment of this competition.

For those new viewers who have never viewed the Original Fiesta's Next Top Model competition they may click on this link at http://outspark.com/forums/showthread.php?t=106431.

If you missed all the action from Week 1 of Cycle 2 FNTM which is the only pageant version requiring 3 special former Top Models as judges to decide who to move onto week two of the competition at http://outspark.com/forums/showthread.php?t=131105.

So what's New with Cycle 2, week 2 of Top Model?

1. The voter's choice edition goes back to the original format of Cycle 1 FNTM where you the voters decides which 6 out of 10 models are most qualified to move on to the next round.

2. Cycle 1 Top model finalists FatalLace, _CareBear_ and PrincessAi will act as co-hosts as each of them holds a one time use immunity card. The purpose of the card gives each co-host the ability to save an eliminated model to move onto the next rounds but does not disqualify the 6 models which will move onto week 3 based on voter majority. Which means there is a possibility of having more than the initial 6 models moving onto the next week of competition. This time around my co-hosts can not disqualify any model but they have the ability to save them if they so wish.

3. Greater prizes as the top three finalists will all receive rewards, as well as random lucky voters (reminder, every vote in each poll gives you a randomly assigned raffle number to win a prize just like the models themselves so stay tuned!).

4. Greater and more innovative security measures are implemented to ensure the poll results are as accurate as humanly possible (I will explain the changes when the event begins). Santa Ah_Rin knows when a child is naughty or nice, It is only a matter of time hee hee hee. Please realize that this is not a popularity contest, only one vote per real life person, multiple account voting will face disqualification from the player's raffle prize as well as put the model you are supporting under suspicion and possible disqualification also. I can and will manually adjust poll results from dishonest practices.

* Any potential voter with less than 10 previous posts prior to 11/21/2008, there votes will not count in this contest (This is one solution enacted to prevent people from just creating alternate accounts to vote more than one in this contest). I will make exceptions if that voter is motivated enough to private message me and write me a one paragraph explanation on why they should be allowed to vote in top model and be put under closer scrutiny.

* Every potential voter must keep their profile public for the sponsor to scrutinize at her discretion when accusations of fixing the polls results are sent to me via PM. Just like in Cycle 1 of FNTM I have dealt with all accusations in seriously, quietly and efficiently. I may be strict but I am fair about giving second chances if you are sincere.

* There shall not be any other active campaigning threads promoting specific models in regards to cycle 2 of FNTM without the sponsor's expressed permission.

5. Greater empowerment of the players as this contest is also a way to reward those who will learn to articulate their virtues as opposed to pointing out other people's faults. Yes, I do understand people like to flame others and point out their faults, while this may influence me not to chose the person you are flaming but it also hurts the flamer as it puts your own integrity into question as you need to put down others to make yourself look better.

6. Super challenging mini-contest with greater rewards for voluntary participants. Be the first one to post their scorecard and match my own scorecard at the end of this poll deadline, you win a Beauty Coupon gifted to you by the sponsor and a raffle # towards the only $25 Sparkcash code prize, the regular voters who do not participate all get a raffle # when they put in a vote but the prize is only $10 SC code.

Basic rules for submissions for this contest:

1. Submit a screen shot of your Fiesta character and then answer in one to three paragraphs (At least three sentences long) the challenge question posted by one of my co-hosts.

2. Turn off the interface (this is the heads up display on your screen).

3. Turn off the glow! (i know it's kinda cool looking, but i can fairly easily emulate this with photoshop if that's the look i wanted. however, it's nearly impossible for me to do the reverse and get a clear screenshot out of something fuzzy)

4. Turn off all other graphical options (no hp/sp bars, names, mob names, drop names, no chat bubbles, etc.).

5. Move everything you can't turn off off the screen (KQ Timer/hearts, system message box, if you're in a Party, ban yourself from it)

6. The screenshot should tell a story.

7. This is a mixed costumes event so you may mix and match any costume part you wish, as I am not only looking for a good sense of style but also the ability to articulate yourself in writing.

8. No cropping (photoshop) of the screen shots and it should be resized to maximum limit of 640x480 pixels to fit on the message boards.

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:06 PM

Cycle 2 of Top Model is my radical experiment on creating a fun and educational experience for the judges, contestants, and voters involved. There will new innovative techniques used which once again will make Top Model the only contest of its kind within the Outspark forums.

What is so innovative about Cycle 2 of Top Model?

Let me explain in detail. First, I will create a mini-guide (similar to my color studies guide) on the original posting of week 1-4 that shows screen shots with challenge question/answer examples of how I would rate a submission as poor (0)/Average (1)/Excellent (2) points. Second, I will make scorecard for the voters to copy/paste then post their own assessments on the Top Model threads as unofficial judges. Third I will ask voters that on weeks 2-4 there are only 2 criteria to consider the screen shot and the written submission. Each criteria is only worth 2 pts max so the highest any contestant can do is get 4 pts on weeks 2 through 4. I am requesting every voter to be an objective while putting their own personal feelings aside and cast their votes on models who scored 3 to 4 points based on their own personal assessments of each candidate.

- Week 1: The 3 special guest judges scorecards will push the 10 most qualified contestants to week 2 (In even of any ties the judges will decide by majority vote, if it's still deadlocked the sponsor makes the final decision).

- Week 2: Voters decide which 6 contestants will move onto week 3.

- Week 3: Voters decide which 3 contestants will move onto week 4.

- Week 4: Voters decide which finalist is Top Model.

* Special Note: Each guest judge have one immunity card they may play which saved a contestant from elimination and move onto the next round, so if all 3 judges decides to play their immunity card on week 3, their will be a possible of 6 finalists on week 4.

This assessment thing seems complicated, what makes you think people will bother to even use look at it much less use it and post it on the Top Model thread after they already voted for their models?

I will use the method of a contest within a contest to motivate and challenge the voters themselves. Here's is the mini-contest that any special judge, contestants themselves, the voters (unofficial judges) can participate in on a voluntary basis. You all know that any voter who votes on a weeks polls get a raffle # which is good for a random chance at winning $10 sparkcash code reimbursement just like Cycle 1 of Top Model.

What if I was to say that the special mini contest prize is not $10 but $25 worth of sparkcash code? What if I am also so say that only limited people can get chosen into this mini contest so the chances of you winning the prize is much higher than the normal prize you already get a chance for?

Here is the simple rules: The sponsor being me, I will post my scorecard and my own personal assessments when the polls of each weekly contest is closed. Any player who studies my guide on assessing other people's submissions will have an idea oh how I would score the submissions. If anyone's scorecard results posted on the Top Model thread matches my results exactly, their name will be assigned for a special raffle # for the $25 prize (Please realize I will also check the votes you put in for the models to match the accuracy of your scorecard, no editing of the scorecard post will be allowed once you posted it or you are disqualified due to possible fix results to match my own).

What is the benefits of this assessment system to voting?

1. This is a simplified version of assessing other people's qualities in real life. The world's economy is becoming more global and competitive. The ability to learn to assess your own limitations to overcome them is crucial to learning how to get into special schools, gets scholarships/ grants for business, get that job you always wanted. Know you own limitations and you will know no limits to your future.

2. This system is set up to combat popularity contests ie friends voting for friends due to their relationship and not their actual abilities.

3. The voters will learn the difficulty of compromise. If the voters follows my guidelines they will find out to their dismay that they end up picking more models than is allowed for the next round. This is the sad reality that their are only limited seats for every thing in life such as schools/jobs. For example, if two students applied to the same college, have the same SAT test results of 1300+ but their is only own seat available. The college recruiters would difficult time choosing between either student until they have time to do a personal interview to check that student's motivations and ability that would most benefit the school themselves. This is a long process and even if a student is not accepted, at least it is a learning experience on what skills/motivations you may be lacking based on an organization's criteria and once you resolve those issues you have a much higher chance of being accepted to that organization.

If anybody have any questions regarding this matter please feel free to either post on this thread or private message me for a response. I know this is very complicated especially for our younger audiences but this contest is basically a complex educational lesson simplified to interest Fiesta players. Who says playing video games rots the brain? Lol, given the right content, video games makes great educational tools to improve yourselves for the better.

Sincerely,
Ah_Rin

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:07 PM

Judging Score Card

Please just either copy/paste or quote then reply with your own assessments of the models, if you are lucky and your results matches up with my own scorecard I will post at the end of each thread, your name will be entered into a special raffle for $25 sparkcash code, besides the $10 sparkcash code raffle chance you get just for voting on the polls of Top Model. (No editing of the scorecard is allowed for anyone after you made your submission due to possibility of editing scores due to inside information leaks, one entry per real life person, no multiple account voting please).

For example if I were to write down the scorecard it would look like this:
1. Contestant X: 1/ 2 = 3

2. Contestant Y: 2/ 1 = 3

If you need information on how I would access the quality of one's screen shot, please check my color studies guide at http://outspark.com/forums/showthread.php?t=95619&page=12.

*Please remember voters, you should only choose 6/10 models to move onto the next round on the multi choice poll based on your own judging scorecard from highest point scorers and going on down. If you do hit my scorecard exactly, I will personally check if your voting pattern matches the assessment you put on your scorecards ;P. This week first person to post their scorecard to match my own exactly wins a Beauty Coupon gifted to them.

Model Name: Screenie/ Written response.

1. Applepod:

2. Celtic_Princess:

3. Cherushi:

4. DeathPyres:

5. Naomi89:

6. irroc29:

7. heartlostangel:

8. saueracker:

9. ShadowScizor:

10. Stepper:

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:07 PM

Week 2 challenge question (Judge's example screenie and response included):
"What is your favourite map and why?"

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Sand Beach: known for it's excellent view of the ocean. I find it's a quiet place i can go to be alone and think about things while pouring my emotions into the open sea. It's a good place to relax, or spend some quality time with that special someone. When the water rushes up and touches my feet, it gives me that calm feeling, and nothing bad can trouble me
This is why i like Sand Beach so much, and it is my favourite map

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:08 PM

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DeathPyres

Uruga: The ultimate hang out for all, minus random spammers. This is my favorite map because the colors are very neutral and soothing. Most of my friends like to spend time here, so this is the best place to get in touch with them. Just having random talks with strangers in shout is not only entertaining, but provides a nice chance to make friends. xD Shopping is easy and cheap here. The changing sky not only provides a great background, it accents the scenery nicely. Uruga is a nice scenic map, and that's why it's my favorite.

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Stepper

While there are many places in Isya that I like, I think Forest of Mist is still one of my favorites. From when I first made my way there as a newbie, to finishing my level-up quest, and finally to where I am now, I've always enjoyed spending time there.

The thing I find most appealing about FoM is the distinctive background music. (I still get nostalgic when I hear that song pop up in other maps) Together with the twilight atmosphere and lush green scenery, it makes for a very relaxing hangout when you feel like taking a break from the grind.

- Sprinter

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:08 PM

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heartlostangel

"The Forest of Slumber"

So far, my favorite map on Isya would have to be the Forest of Slumber. I have found the majestic trees and beautiful waterfalls very soothing, and you'll often find me sitting at the top of a waterfall lounging in the current. Also, it's a great place to wash away the rigors of the day in the naturally provided showers, even if they are quite chilly this time of year ;) I could easily spend days out there just looking around at how beautiful it all is.

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Cherushi

I love AEW for its views. While it's not the most beautiful map in Isya, it has the best places that gives me a bright and wonderful perspective from above. I like looking at things from this kind of view. It enables me to see a lot of thing at the same time, just how it applies to real life. We should be able to learn to look at things, situations and people in different ways. AEW is the only map from which i look at it entirely from different angles.

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:09 PM

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saueracker

Ancient Elven Woods

A place where trees come to life and flowers try to give you the kiss of death. Truly a place we can call "Drop dead gorgeous". I enjoy strolling along its dirt paths and visiting the pond so that I can dip my feet into the cool depths. Exploring the wooded underbrush and using giant fungi as an umbrella on those particularly hot and sunny days. The twinkle in the corner of my eye, that no matter how quickly I look, is already gone. the good and the bad working together harmoniously to create such a beautiful environment. I know that here, I can find a place to calm my mind and hone my skills. All of these things are what make it my favorite place:my mind's sanctuary.

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Celtic_Princess

Ancient Elven Woods: With its beautiful sunsets and the relaxing sounds of the nearby waterfall, AEW is one of the most serene maps in the land of Isya. Every now and then, when the constant quests and attempts to purge the land of monsters becomes overwhelming I take a break and come here. Sitting among the flowers and the butterflies while watching the beauty and power of the waterfall really puts me at peace.

This is why Ancient Elven Woods is my favorite map :)

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:09 PM

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ShadowScizor

The birthplace of new players. The beginning of a new adventurer to start anew. A place where new secret being explored everyday and a place to enjoy many chapters being unlock. Maybe giving advice to help others find there way through Isya.

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irroc29

Burning Rock, used by high levels and notorious for it's high evasion mobs. Burning Rock is my favorite map, now before you sigh or make a :eek: face, let me explain! It's map has the most unique features, scattered fallen statues line the pavement, proving it to have once been a very glorified map amongst Isya citizens. Scorching lava flows through the center of the map, making it warm throughout the year! For all of you who like to vacation in the winter, Burning Rock is perfect for you! Now, I don't know about you, but I like to live-on-the-wild-side, dangerous is my middle name! Venture to the holy shrine on this map and you might not make it, *giggles.* I don't suggest this map for everyone, but I do suggest to everyone to look at this map in a different direction; higher levels should take a break from grinding and dance along side the warm lava and take a breather, you might just take a liking to this map as I have done. Besides, I met a new friend here and I have take an even bigger interest in visiting this map a lot more often. Burning Rock is my favorite map and I hope that everyone looks at this dreadful grind spot a little differently. If you take a minute out of your day to glance at it's passionate red sky and it might just warm your heart as it does mine--before I die. :D

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:10 PM

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Applepod

Uruga has one of the most stunning scenery I have ever come across. Whenever I feel like taking screenshots, I would come to this favourite getaway area in Fiesta. Nothing could be better than strolling along the walks to enjoy the crisp mountain air and the sweet scent of the flowers.

This is me in the picture getting up close and personal with Mother Nature in Fiesta-style. The smooth flowing river, the lush greenery and the magnificence of the mountains makes every angle a breathtaking photo capture.

To be embraced by nature is such a beautiful and relaxing experience. I even tune into relaxation music and sip herbal tea to get a complete feel. http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk127/xintiandi2008/42-1.gif

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Naomi89
I wipe a tear from my eye as I’m taken aback by the beautiful aura of colours which surrounds me.

"What is your favourite map and why?"

I love to draw. So when I look at the maps I tend to admire the art behind the landscape. They are all so beautiful.

However, if I had to narrow it down to the map I like the most, well, it would definitely have to be forest of Slumber. I’m sure most of you who have been there can understand why. After you enter Forest of Slumber from the Ancient Elven Woods' Gate you have a long winding road to get to the bottom so you have the chance to drive your little mount and just look in awe. I adore the way the multitude of stars light up the crimson sky above and the way they drift slowly downwards as if to merge with and become a part of the beautiful waterfalls which glisten and flow into the underlying river. I feel like everything is a part of each other. All is one. And even though I’m so small when compared to the wonders Forest of slumber beholds, when I’m there I feel I become a part of its natural and everlasting splendour.

You ask why my favourite map is Forest of Slumber? I answer; how can it not be?

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 05:10 PM

I find the models that could not move onto the next round worked so hard at their submissions that at the very least their work deserves to be viewed by others ^^.

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behhinu

Out of all the maps of Isya, I would say that the Ancient Elven Woods is the best one there is. Not only is it beautiful because of the generous amounts of different monsters I see nor the different types of nature's plants the human eye can see or the calming music. What makes AEW the best is the beautiful scenery. You have the wonderful waterfall located in F5 or the occasional colorful rainbow that appears near the gate to Forest of Slumber and on top of that, you have the cute frog that just sits on the lily pad. Every time I enter this map, I wish there was a piece of it where I live. It's so calming, so refreshing. It's like time stands still.

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FrostFruit

"What is your favourite map and why?"

My favorite map is where my friends are.

It doesn't matter which map I'm on, but it depends mostly if I have a companion with me. If I have a guild member. If I have an apprentice. I will glady call any place my favorite.

Sure Moonlight Tomb is dark and mysterious. Sure Sand Beach is sandy and calm. Sure Uruga is interesting. However, what good is a place when you cannot share the experience with the people you love?

So, my favorite map cannot be determined by a specific location, but mostly on the fact of where my loved ones are located and I will surely love that place. Whether it be Elderine, Collasped Prison or even Helga's Tomb!

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ilovepink

Well To tell you the truth. My Favorite place to go is Sand beach and talk and play around with my bf and other friends. If i could i would serf those waves too ;). me and my friends are goof balls sometimes and like some time away from grinding, pvp, and etc and like our little place for chillaxin' and watching the sea and dancing lol ^.^.

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SweetLavender

My favorite map? Definitely Sand Beach :D It reminds me of home in real life and I love spending time at the beach. I like visiting this spot especially. It makes me feel like I'm swimming with the fishes XD. It's also relaxing spot to visit after a long day of grinding ^^

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UzumakiW

Dark Passage 1:
Completely opposite as to what the name implied, DP1 is a very calm, peaceful, and relaxing place. I've spent quite a bit of time alone in DP1, relaxing by the waterfall or sitting in the flowers. DP1 is the best place for me to go to get away from the heavy drama. During a time where there was a lot of drama going on between guildies and friends, I'd spend a lot of time in DP1 to calm me down and keep me relaxed enough to where I can think about things. The calm, sparkling waterfall seems to pour peace all throughout DP1, and sitting right next to it seems to put you in a state of pure tranquility.
Dark Passage 1 is my favorite map, and will always remain to be my favorite map.

saueracker

12-04-2008, 08:18 PM

irroc29

12-04-2008, 08:21 PM

So many FoS and AeW entries, all the same >.<

Models can vote, just make sure if you do your scorecard, you scorecard matches who you vote for..

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 08:28 PM

Woot this is finally up! I've been waiting all night to see what everyone submitted, and I am not dissapointed. Great job everyone!!!

Thanks for showing us what the others submitted, they are truly awesome.

Question: Can models vote as well or is that a nono?

Yes models can vote also just like Cycle 1 of FNTM as long as you follow these guidelines:

- Avoid creating alternate accounts to vote more than once per poll.

- You have at least 10 prior posts before 11/21 I think, when Top Model 2 first started recruiting. I do make exceptions for people who's motivated enough to PM an essay on "Why they should be allowed to have their vote count even if they have less than 10 posts prior to 11/21).

- Try to seriously use scorecard then select the 6 models you think should move onto week 3 of the competition. I really want voters to try using rational merits as opposed to subjective merits such as X is my friend or X is from same server as me so I vote for them instead.

saueracker

12-04-2008, 08:29 PM

irroc29

12-04-2008, 08:35 PM

1. Applepod: 2/2 = 4

2. Celtic_Princess: 1/1 = 2

3. Cherushi: 1/2 = 3

4. DeathPyres: 0/1 = 1

5. Naomi89: 1/2 = 3

6. irroc29: 1/2 = 3

7. heartlostangel: 1/1 = 2

8. saueracker: 2/2 = 4

9. ShadowScizor: 2/1 = 3

10. Stepper: 2/2 = 4

There are no challenge questions this week right? o.o

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 08:38 PM

About the scorecard...it says to score screenie, intro, challenge 1, challenge 2, challenge 3....So will it be challenge one was questions, 2 was favorite map, 3 what goal did i reach?( btw when is that one due, i dont remember seeing a date)

or is it

simply screenie and answer

sorry for asking so much, i just wanted to make sure i have understood clearly before i start.

1. Applepod: 2/2 = 4

2. Celtic_Princess: 1/1 = 2

3. Cherushi: 1/2 = 3

4. DeathPyres: 0/1 = 1

5. Naomi89: 1/2 = 3

6. irroc29: 1/2 = 3

7. heartlostangel: 1/1 = 2

8. saueracker: 2/2 = 4

9. ShadowScizor: 2/1 = 3

10. Stepper: 2/2 = 4

There are no challenge questions this week right? o.o

Oppsie let me edit that lol, No there are no challenge questions for the remainder of the competition ^^;;;.

saueracker

12-04-2008, 08:39 PM

sweet, i got it now, anyone would have missed itxD

saueracker

12-04-2008, 08:52 PM

1. Applepod: 1/2 = 3

2. Celtic_Princess: 2/2 =4

3. Cherushi: 1/1 = 2

4. DeathPyres: 1/1 = 2

5. Naomi89: 2/2 = 4

6. irroc29: 1/1 = 2

7. heartlostangel: 1/1 = 2

8. saueracker: 2/2 = 4

9. ShadowScizor: 1/1 = 2

10. Stepper: 2/2 = 4

irroc29

12-04-2008, 08:56 PM

I can already tell you that some of the voters for me don't have 10+ posts >.>

I posted a link on my guild thread on FF.. heh.. my apologies rinny
I got a 2 :(

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 09:02 PM

I can already tell you that some of the voters for me don't have 10+ posts >.>

I posted a link on my guild thread on FF.. heh.. my apologies rinny
I got a 2 :(

Hee hee hee,
It's alright I already noted 3 voters that will not count ^^.
not everyone reads the rules before even voting but my computer tabulates all the voters and I do input post count of each voter, so if they actually did not meet the guidelines I posted I would manually tally them off the models they voted for and inform any model if their final poll result is changed. Thank you.

4. Greater and more innovative security measures are implemented to ensure the poll results are as accurate as humanly possible (I will explain the changes when the event begins). Santa Ah_Rin knows when a child is naughty or nice, It is only a matter of time hee hee hee. Please realize that this is not a popularity contest, only one vote per real life person, multiple account voting will face disqualification from the player's raffle prize as well as put the model you are supporting under suspicion and possible disqualification also. I can and will manually adjust poll results from dishonest practices.

* Any potential voter with less than 10 previous posts prior to 11/21/2008, there votes will not count in this contest (This is one solution enacted to prevent people from just creating alternate accounts to vote more than one in this contest). I will make exceptions if that voter is motivated enough to private message me and write me a one paragraph explanation on why they should be allowed to vote in top model and be put under closer scrutiny.

* Every potential voter must keep their profile public for the sponsor to scrutinize at her discretion when accusations of fixing the polls results are sent to me via PM. Just like in Cycle 1 of FNTM I have dealt with all accusations in seriously, quietly and efficiently. I may be strict but I am fair about giving second chances if you are sincere.

* There shall not be any other active campaigning threads promoting specific models in regards to cycle 2 of FNTM without the sponsor's expressed permission.

irroc29

12-04-2008, 09:06 PM

And when I put to vote for the next top model on the ff forums, I failed to say only if you have 10+ posts -.-

But it should be clear now, my apologies for making your job difficult ^^

Applepod

12-04-2008, 09:43 PM

Stepper's and behinu's submission are awesome.

As for my own screenie, pls kindly based yr votes on other factors because I know the graphic is too sharp... I feel that the whole effort has gone because of my greediness. I'll be using my own desktop for future submission (if there is any opportunity to continue).

irroc29

12-04-2008, 09:46 PM

FatalLace

12-04-2008, 09:54 PM

contestants - these entries are absolutely fantastic :) every screenshot made me smile, many made me just say "wow"... and when it comes to screenies, i'm not easily impressed... but great, great, great(!) job everyone. :)

Adrichiang

12-04-2008, 10:08 PM

Hee hee,
Screenshots all look so good and yummy, I would eat them if they were food ^^. Do not be overly worried about perfection just do the best you can and overtime there will be improvements.

star8472

12-04-2008, 10:11 PM

1. Applepod: 1/1=2

2. Celtic_Princess: 0/1=1

3. Cherushi: 0/1=1

4. DeathPyres: 1/0=1

5. Naomi89: 1/2=3

6. irroc29: 0/2=2

7. heartlostangel: 1/1=2

8. saueracker: 0/2=2

9. ShadowScizor: 1/1=2

10. Stepper: 2/1=3

--Unofficial entries--

A. FrostFruit 2/2=4

um.. yea... i don't like the other unofficial entries... sorry for being "though" on the official ones.. sorry ><

But Good Luck to the winner! =D

Applepod

12-04-2008, 10:18 PM

You think your graphics are too good so you're apologizing?

My screenshot was hard to take >.<
And looking back at the 20 that I have, I shouldn't have used this one, but that's okay. :3 Take sympathy, heh..

I was thinking negative just now. I’m going to keep myself occupied with work for now. Everyone have fun and please enjoy the discussion. ^o^ I'll be back to join u all tonight. ^_^/

FrostFruit

12-04-2008, 10:52 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v210/jackandsally_x/fiesta/screenshot063-1.jpg
irroc29

Burning Rock, used by high levels and notorious for it's high evasion mobs. Burning Rock is my favorite map, now before you sigh or make a :eek: face, let me explain! It's map has the most unique features, scattered fallen statues line the pavement, proving it to have once been a very glorified map amongst Isya citizens. Scorching lava flows through the center of the map, making it warm throughout the year! For all of you who like to vacation in the winter, Burning Rock is perfect for you! Now, I don't know about you, but I like to live-on-the-wild-side, dangerous is my middle name! Venture to the holy shrine on this map and you might not make it, *giggles.* I don't suggest this map for everyone, but I do suggest to everyone to look at this map in a different direction; higher levels should take a break from grinding and dance along side the warm lava and take a breather, you might just take a liking to this map as I have done. Besides, I met a new friend here and I have take an even bigger interest in visiting this map a lot more often. Burning Rock is my favorite map and I hope that everyone looks at this dreadful grind spot a little differently. If you take a minute out of your day to glance at it's passionate red sky and it might just warm your heart as it does mine--before I die. :D[/QUOTE]

I like this one. xD Very creative.

]http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh286/needusername/screenshot5840-1.jpg

I just noticed this. Thanks for putting my picture there!

irroc29

12-04-2008, 11:54 PM

Thank you ^^

Your picture looks really fantastic, love the wings :D

DF001

12-05-2008, 12:27 AM

I'm glad that the polls are multiple choice because it would be hard to choose one.

Stepper

12-05-2008, 02:11 AM

Haha, kudos to irroc29 for that BR pic. And armorless, too! XD

DF001

12-05-2008, 04:34 AM

To all the voters:

I would like to ask you not to just vote for people because they are your friends or because they are from your server. Please look at all the entries before you cast your vote. ^^

saueracker

12-05-2008, 09:00 AM

thanks to everyone who voted, i do hope people find the time to post scorecards.

princessalid

12-05-2008, 04:33 PM

irroc29, i must say you were quite brave when you took that screenie, and your response was fabulous. I now have a totally new perspective on Burning Rock.

Stepper. Cherushi and saueracker's screenies really touched me

Applepod, awesome work as always

As for the rest of you, fantastic submissions. Wonderful screenies.

And as usual, you guys love making our jobs hard.

I look forward to seeing more from all of you.

saueracker

12-05-2008, 06:07 PM

Thanks Princess Ai =D I'm glad it touched you.

ilovepink

12-05-2008, 06:25 PM

Best wishes to everyone <33!!!

saueracker

12-05-2008, 08:40 PM

i wanna see more scorecards!!!!

Adrichiang

12-05-2008, 09:07 PM

i wanna see more scorecards!!!!

Lol,
I would post my scorecard but ummm I will post it when the poll voting is over since I'm basically looking at any scorecards that matches mine to be entered for special $25 sparkcash code as well as beauty coupon gifted to the first person to match my scorecard this week. At this pace it is highly probably the first person to match my scorecard could be only person entered for $25 SC code and code win that prize by default. Besides the default multiple $10 SC prize voters would get a chance at just for posting their votes on the top model polls ^^.

If for some odd reason nobody matches my scorecard due to lack of submissions or just dumb luck. It's time for plan B, I basically go back the entire month and make a list of everyone who posted a scorecard so at least those who participated would get chance at mini contest sparkcash prize.

shadownub

12-05-2008, 09:10 PM

This was more time consuming than I thought. @.@

1. Applepod: 2/1=3

2. Celtic_Princess: 1/1=2

3. Cherushi: 1/2=3

4. DeathPyres: 0/1=1

5. Naomi89: 2/1=3

6. irroc29: 1/2=3

7. heartlostangel: 1/1=2

8. saueracker: 2/2=4

9. ShadowScizor: 2/1=3

10. Stepper: 2/1=3

saueracker

12-05-2008, 09:10 PM

sounds exciting* crosses fingers*

If by chance i win it i want to give it to my mum, she started playing the other day and shes hooked.

saueracker

12-05-2008, 09:12 PM

sry for double post

omg yay a scorecard!!!!! And thx for taking the time to fill it out and thx for being so generous with me.

shadownub

12-05-2008, 09:14 PM

Oh btw guess I'll be doing a paragraph >.< Unless you wanna give me a break and look at my siggy. >_>

saueracker

12-05-2008, 09:16 PM

omg that it horrible...ive done that before for another mmorpg, i like remembered it randomly like months later.

Adrichiang

12-05-2008, 09:18 PM

Oh btw guess I'll be doing a paragraph >.< Unless you wanna give me a break and look at my siggy. >_>

Write me a paragraph and explain your situation, believe me that you would not be the first person to do so ^^, i'll make a note of your PM and make your vote count on my list.

DF001

12-06-2008, 02:39 AM

Oh btw guess I'll be doing a paragraph >.< Unless you wanna give me a break and look at my siggy. >_>

how did you forget your pw, you nub?

princessalid

12-06-2008, 03:34 AM

Oh btw guess I'll be doing a paragraph >.< Unless you wanna give me a break and look at my siggy. >_>

lol, only you could forget your pw, bumbum

irroc29

12-06-2008, 04:08 AM

Haha, yea, armorless >.<
I was there for about twenty minutes with a 76 fighter and another cleric for heals, half of my screenshots have heals in them, but I liked the concept and like I said in my first entry, I'm trying to put maps in a different perspective ^^

Thank you for noticing the originality..
Stepper- your picture is absolutely beautiful :3

princessalid

12-06-2008, 06:22 AM

lol originality? i just thought you had a deathwish....lol joking ^^

irroc29

12-06-2008, 06:58 AM

well.. actually..
at first, I was going to "bathe" in the lava, or lay on the beach (which requires death)

but.. you actually can't really even get in the banks of the water in BR :(

princessalid

12-06-2008, 07:02 AM

lmao "bathe" in the lava? that gives a whole new meaning to a "hot" bath, lmao

irroc29

12-06-2008, 07:46 AM

I try XD

I don't know what to do for my recent accomplishments :(
I recently hit 70 on my main account, but it seems like that will be too common. -.-

edit: I appreciate the votes everyone, but please remember if you don't have 10 or more posts, your vote won't be counted. :/

saueracker

12-06-2008, 07:54 AM

I think everyone took awesome screen shots, but a lot of people have left system boxes or have something popping up in the screenie.I would have given pretty much everyone a 2.

I love the use of complementary colors in some of the pictures.

here are some of my opinions of the entries.

irroc yours left the system message box, but the first time i never even noticed it. which is awesome because it shows great color choices.
you used complementary colors AND hot and cold contrast. which makes it look that much more impressive.

Everyone did great, i especially love steppers screen shot, it makes me feel at though the character is in love, but it is either far away or unobtainable.

I like Naomi89's because it has a "slumbering background and the character seems to contrast it. the red in her skirts also complements well with the grass and trees in the distance.kind of like complements in personality and color.

I adored Applepod's screenie.a beautiful scene and it looks as though she can hear the trees whispering and feel them dancing in the breeze. Only thing that i didn't like is the altered picture(typing) we arent suppose to add anything to the pic. Apart from that it looks amazing, good job.

Shadow scizor's screen shot was adorable. Apart from the vista menu popping up it was great. I find it told a story and I knew what she meant before i even read the paragraph.

Celtic princess: I love how it looks like you are admiring the plant...even to the tiniest detail.which is like how you are on forums >.<. you just know a lot...i just love how you caught the multitude of skies found in AEW.

Cherushi. it is awesome..it looks like you are impressed and in awe of AEW. only thing i would have changed was the system message box and the quest button

DeathPyres. great color complementary, but it focused too much on you and not you and the environment. only thing i would have changed would be to zoom out just a bit more.

Heartlostangel: I love the sparkles but I need to see more of it. I don't see much of the background...i do see that the character looks in awe so that is a great thing. There were no system boxes or anything so another good thing. I would ofonly changed the angle.

shadownub

12-06-2008, 07:56 AM

how did you forget your pw, you nub?

Oh well iono >_> Just hadn't logged in on awhile and so when I finally did have to log back in I forgot. @.@

irroc29

12-06-2008, 08:00 AM

wow saueracker <3

Tthank you so much for the input on everyone's screenshots! the input is definitely appreciated, although I can't speak for everyone.
Next time, I will be sure to move the system box, I wasn't thinking >.<

On a whole, I agree with everything you said and I think that that's pretty much what everyone thinks when looking at those screenshots.

Nice job :)

saueracker

12-06-2008, 08:06 AM

thanks I just thought that i posted my scorecard, but never explained the grades. Everyone did an awesome job and i'll be lucky to make it to the next round.=D too much talent in one room lol.

Naomi89

12-06-2008, 01:14 PM

Wow. Thanks for taking the time to stay analizing each one saueracker, I appreciated reading your comments :) It's a tough round this one, so much talent. I would truly be lucky to manage to make it to the next round.
Good Luck guys and keep up the good work, there are some great entries.

DF001

12-06-2008, 02:44 PM

Okay everyone, I cast my vote.

irroc29

12-06-2008, 03:03 PM

Wish I could have just voted for everyone :3

Stepper

12-06-2008, 05:00 PM

Heh, he saved himself the trouble of making a decision by voting for everyone. XD (Although voting for everyone doesn't actually make a difference in the competition...)

saueracker - I like that you took the time to explain your scorecard and I think you were spot-on with your critiques.

And thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments on my picture! :3

UzumakiW

12-06-2008, 05:06 PM

Wow, week's been so crazy, I forgot about this whole thing XD.

Congrats to those who made it! My you all have the best in this and try your hardest! ^^

ilovepink

12-06-2008, 05:13 PM

Wooooooooooooooooooooooooot saggara!!!!!!!!!!!! U rock <3 go epith :d

princessalid

12-06-2008, 05:29 PM

My votes have been casted as well

saueracker

12-06-2008, 07:10 PM

wow thx, I am glad you guys enjoyed my comments. I thought that i should at least clarify my scores. ='D

princessalid

12-06-2008, 07:17 PM

I also made some assesments of my own of each submission and i would like to post them them, but i'm not sure if i'm allowed, though i should be. Need to speak with Ms. Rin first ^^

ceraiidragonstar

12-06-2008, 07:59 PM

My vote is in. Go Saga!

saueracker

12-06-2008, 08:05 PM

remember this is not a popularity contest, please read all other entries and follow the scorecard principles to judge.

Adrichiang

12-06-2008, 09:09 PM

Update

- An issue I been noticing is that some voters basically did not take the time to read over the submission guidelines since one basic security guideline I set is up that no voter with 10 posts prior to the date of 11/21/2008 will count for this competition, which means you may vote but it will not count. At the end of each week's poll I do make a list of voters who did not qualify and who they voted for so I will manually make corrections on poll results. I will make exceptions if a voter is motivated enough to private message me a one paragraph explanation on why I should allow their vote to count for Top Model.

- This security feature is put up as a way to prevent poll abuse by people making multiple accounts to vote more than one time. While they can easily get their post count past 10, but newly made accounts posts date are post 11/21/2008 hence invalid.

- People who cheat are by nature lazy and they would rarely bother with writing an essay to the sponsor to scrutinize in the first place ;P.

You guys are overall doing great so keep up the good work, I have several inquiries regarding the week 3 challenge question. If you need assistance please do not hesitate to private message me a list of what you think are your recent accomplishments and I will give you my critique on your responses if you are having a difficult issue ^^.

fang9

12-06-2008, 09:15 PM

nice! dis is awesome

irroc29

12-07-2008, 01:07 AM

And, I'd just like to point out to the contestants, if you haven't been following the votes; I actually only have about 15 votes, and this is making me look terrible. :(

When I tell people about the contest, I do not ask that they vote for me and I do tell them that they need to have more than 10 posts... but they don't even listen to me. I do ask that they read -all- posts and vote for anyone and everyone that they feel qualified. :/

I'm sorry about all the DQed votes, really.

Shadowscizor

12-07-2008, 01:50 AM

Congratulation on all the contestant who made it to week 2. I am very pleased to be to be here with you all. Due to irl issue I have not been active much in forum but ill do my best to be here today. Looking at the competition I feel its going to be a challenge worth doing my best on all my screenshots and my written overview. I see the top 10 model contestant including myself doing there best to improve there screenshot every week and I see the changes they made. With the smile on my face I would like to say thank you for this wonderful experience^^. I would like to continue on and improve my skill as a photographer if I may say to take astonishing screenshot with you all. And again have fun and good luck to you all!:)

DF001

12-07-2008, 03:17 AM

Yea, I voted for everyone because it was hard to choose 6 of the 10, they are all good entries, but I have an idea of who are the best ones.

ilovepink

12-07-2008, 06:16 PM

Lmao I voted for 2 <3 U all rock <:)

saueracker

12-07-2008, 10:43 PM

I had a hard time choosing as well but Ah-Rin said in the scorecard principles post...compromises must be made >.<

princessalid

12-08-2008, 04:22 AM

3 more days, guys, 3 more days

Naomi89

12-08-2008, 04:27 AM

3 more days, guys, 3 more days

... getting scared now. hehe

saueracker

12-08-2008, 11:35 AM

don't be scared...embrace it.

Adrichiang

12-08-2008, 11:44 PM

Polite reminder to our current contestants, The deadline for week 3 submissions is 12/10/2008 7PM PST which is tommorrow ^^.

amberaddiction

12-09-2008, 01:01 AM

GOOOOOOO STEPPER<3333333333333333333

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj6/AmberXAddiction/LadyAwesome__Happy_.png

Adrichiang

12-09-2008, 01:06 AM

GOOOOOOO STEPPER<3333333333333333333

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj6/AmberXAddiction/LadyAwesome__Happy_.png

Yeaaa gooo all the Top Models turning in their submissions on time plox! ^^. If you going to be late due to rl issues I can give one day extension on week 3 submissions, just post on thread of PM before current deadline K.

irroc29

12-09-2008, 01:08 AM

Omg~

This poll took a major turn ^^

Stepper

12-09-2008, 01:34 AM

Omg~

This poll took a major turn ^^

Yeah, but with all the potentially ineligible voters, it makes things kinda uncertain. XP

Adrichiang

12-09-2008, 01:38 AM

Yeah, but with all the potentially ineligible voters, it makes things kinda uncertain. XP

Don't worries I'm on top of things and making a list and I will post a final count after polls of closed with adjusted results to match qualified voters and those few voters who actually PMed me to make their votes count also. Any model can have the right to request from me why I made manual tally changes to the poll results as I can easily provide them a list of reasons why certain votes did not count upon request ^^.

saueracker

12-09-2008, 08:26 AM

May i have an extra day? I have exams this week and I've been at university a lot, which means no fiesta while i'm there.o.o

Adrichiang

12-09-2008, 01:48 PM

May i have an extra day? I have exams this week and I've been at university a lot, which means no fiesta while i'm there.o.o

*Takes out a piece of paper and Stamps her seal of approval*

Alrighty, extension given ^^

Sincerely,
Ah_Rin

PS. Check page 9 of my Catalog saueracker, I gave you credit for your candid screenie submission ^^.

saueracker

12-09-2008, 03:01 PM

yay and i just sent you some of that dragon outfit from all angles..hope it helps

irroc29

12-09-2008, 07:06 PM

I took a group screenshot for my final submission and it was so hard :x

So many people had their eyes closed, their were random people in the background -.-
So difficult ><

saueracker

12-09-2008, 07:27 PM

i know that ive been having the hardest time as well..i just need to get that perfect screeny.

Ciocolajs

12-09-2008, 07:47 PM

is TYRA BANKS ONE OF THE JUDGES AND MISS M LAWL! <3 em

alicina

12-09-2008, 09:10 PM

is TYRA BANKS ONE OF THE JUDGES AND MISS M LAWL! <3 em

Love your siggie btw, it made me laugh so hard.

Anyways, it was sooo hard to vote, I mean like EVERYONE was soooo good! I wish I could vote for all....

DF001

12-10-2008, 08:23 AM

Love your siggie btw, it made me laugh so hard.

Anyways, it was sooo hard to vote, I mean like EVERYONE was soooo good! I wish I could vote for all....

you CAN vote for all

princessalid

12-10-2008, 03:17 PM

woah, Applepod's votes went zooooooooommmmmmmmmmmm

saueracker

12-10-2008, 03:20 PM

Ya they went up like 20 nearly overnight ^^

Adrichiang

12-10-2008, 06:00 PM

you CAN vote for all

True you can vote for everyone which means you voting for nobody at the same time ^^.

woah, Applepod's votes went zooooooooommmmmmmmmmmm

Yes, her screenie is very nice.

Ya they went up like 20 nearly overnight ^^

I already examined 81/88 voters, I will take time to examine the remaining votes once the polls close in about in one day + hour from now, then I will post actual qualified voter results later on.

Currently I received PMs of extensions from Applepod, Celtic_Princess, and saueracker for a day. Does anybody else who have not yet turned in their week 3 submission need extensions. Please do not wait till after official deadline which is due in about 1 hour from this message is posted and when the voting polls for week 2 officially closes to ask for an extension and turn in a rush week 3 submission after checking if you made it to the top 6 or not. Remember if those who can not continue on due to rl reasons or judges decided to play their immunity cards on eliminated models, it would mean nothing if I did not receive a week 3 submission from you ^^.

Sincerely,
Ah_Rin

saueracker

12-10-2008, 06:12 PM

awesome i cant way to see the final tally. My previous post was not meant to insinuate anything, i was simply in concurrence with PrincessAi. =D

thanks for the extension. I will submit it tonight hopefully though. =D

saueracker

12-11-2008, 12:00 AM

o.o im so worried...i don't think I am going to make it to the next round...o.o

Adrichiang

12-11-2008, 12:36 AM

o.o im so worried...i don't think I am going to make it to the next round...o.o

Well, my suggestion is for everyone to send in their submissions regardless of voter results since special judges have ability to save an eliminated model to move automatically to the next round. If you send in your submissions at least maybe you get second chance to move on, non-submission is automatic forfeiture even if a judge use their immunity card on you ^^.

saueracker

12-11-2008, 12:46 AM

ive been trying to get the poerfect screenie all night =D

Naomi89

12-11-2008, 01:44 AM

DF001

12-11-2008, 04:26 AM

Ah_Rin, I want to know the order that everyone sent their week 2 and 3 submissions please.

princessalid

12-11-2008, 05:36 AM

o.o im so worried...i don't think I am going to make it to the next round...o.o

I don't think I'm going to make it either :( If I do it'll be by the skin of my teeth(is that the saying? lol thought I'd try it out :P) just in case it's not the right saying; if I do get in it'll be exactly with like 1 vote.

But, I just want to say thank you to all who voted for me and for the judges who voted me in to the 2nd round. Getting to the 2nd round was already a happy moment :) so thanks :)

when i entered this competition before, i did not think i would even make it past the first round, but i was able to build confidence in myself. And look what happened to me, i placed 3rd at the end of the competition. Even if i didnt, place 3rd, i would've still been happy, because i would've been able to say that i had the confidence to compete in this competition.
It's not all about winning, it's more about having fun and showing what you can do.

Cloud-Strife1984

12-11-2008, 06:54 AM

Why is the thread not in "Off-Topic"..???

DF001

12-11-2008, 10:40 AM

Because it is Fiesta related?

Naomi89

12-11-2008, 12:00 PM

when i entered this competition before, i did not think i would even make it past the first round, but i was able to build confidence in myself. And look what happened to me, i placed 3rd at the end of the competition. Even if i didnt, place 3rd, i would've still been happy, because i would've been able to say that i had the confidence to compete in this competition.
It's not all about winning, it's more about having fun and showing what you can do.

Thanks for the boost of confidence ^^

And yes I agree with you, just having made it in was already a great enough feeling. I'm already very happy :)

irroc29

12-11-2008, 12:47 PM

My computer screen cracked and I can't see anything anymore, so I'm very, very glad I already submitted my week three screenie and response. :O

I may need an extension for week four, depending on how long it takes me to get my computer back, but hopefully, I download it on my mom's PC when I go home for break, otherwise... :/

Celtic_Princess

12-11-2008, 01:01 PM

saueracker

12-11-2008, 01:05 PM

i had my monitor explode in m face once...xDhospital ftl

Naomi89

12-11-2008, 03:10 PM

Oh my that's scary. Never thought it would really just explode like that. Sorry to hear about your pc irroc and saueracker I hope it was nothing serious when it exploded in your face :(

Celtic_Princess

12-11-2008, 03:12 PM

i had my monitor explode in m face once...xDhospital ftl

D:

<---didn't even think that was possible. *sits farther back from the computer screen*

saueracker

12-11-2008, 03:19 PM

Celtic_Princess

12-11-2008, 03:21 PM

it was one of those old bulky ones...the screen cracked and shards went flying to the inside of the monitor and some flew out at me. nothing serious to me though.I had to go to the hospital for a few scrapes and to make sure nothign serious had happened. I guess you could say it was more like it implode than exploded.

Still a scary thought, glad you're okay. :)

The last time I saw the inside of a hospital for one of my own injuries was my freshman year in highschool (although I have been visited by the ambulance...car accident ftl >.> someone rear ended me while I was...get this...stopped). Otherwise the last time I was in a hospital it was because my friend and a tree collided on a ski slope.

DF001

12-11-2008, 03:35 PM

glad you weren't playing those maze games that make you be just right next to the screen

saueracker

12-11-2008, 03:36 PM

Man I played <rugby for the better part of 3 years and was on the roster for the Canadian team, but I quit because I was so banged up. I went to one tournament and finsihed the match with a brokne rib,torn rotator cuff, displaced hip, two sprained ankles, torn acl, slipped disk, level three concussion, sprained wrist and a broken nose. Funny thing is the ref had to force me off the field in the last 5 minutes because i had such an adrenaline rush that i failed to notice my ears, nose and mouth were bleeding along with an arm dangling out of socket.xD

that was a rough weekend.

lol thank god i dont even have a scar to show for it. the pictures were nasty though.

DF001- ya thank god..xD but hardly anything flw out at all, it was just a lil bunch of pieces that flew at my face so they needed to make sure my eyes were ok and all.

Celtic_Princess

12-11-2008, 03:38 PM

glad you weren't playing those maze games that make you be just right next to the screen

ooo you mean those ones where you have to get really close, and kind of cross your eyes and squint while you slowly back up to see the 3-D image?! I loved those things when I was little!!!!

It probably accounts for half of why my vision sucks so bad now :D

Edit: Geeeez I knew Rugby was a rough sport but yeoooouch. At least you got your injury playing a rough sport...I cracked a small bone in my ankle or had a really, really bad sprain (I'm an idiot I know but I didn't go to the doctor so I don't know what I did) ....from dancing.

I came out of 3 years of soccer with no injuries more serious than getting the wind knocked out of me and I messed up my ankle so bad landing an aerial move wrong writing a dance piece for a colorguard competition that I had to come home from the University. Try living on the 8th story of a building and not being able to take the elevators half the time because they're broken with an injury like that. I ended up dropping out of that semester, and watching someone else do the opening tango section for our "Moulin Rouge" themed competition piece.

Adrichiang

12-11-2008, 03:47 PM

Ah_Rin, I want to know the order that everyone sent their week 2 and 3 submissions please.

Still waiting on a few submissions, there's been quite a bit of revisions on week 3 submissions also. Hmm... when the polls are closed I will tally up final vote results, then I will PM all the special judges on contestants who can not continue due to rl issues and those who could not send in their submissions dues to rl issues. Then the special judges have until tomorrow to decide if they wish to use their immunity cards on contestants that were eliminated but sent in their submissions anyways.

@Saggara "comfort", understood on your issue I hope you resolve it soon.
@Celtic_Princess, I recommend you try to take it easy on your eyes ^^.
@saueracker... oh dear you sound super tough irl... I hope my LCD flatscreen don't explode on me anytime soon if ever.

DF001

12-11-2008, 03:51 PM

Celtic_Princess

12-11-2008, 03:58 PM

Celtic, I mean, that scary maze game. You have to get out of the maze with your cursor and on the 3rd level you need to get really close to the screen or you lose if you hit the walls, and suddenly a scary face comes from nothing and screams..

=o I don't think I've ever seen it.

@Adrichiang- Well, my eyes are genetically doomed. My mother has terrible vision, the best I can hope for is that it stops for a period of time and I can get lasik surgery. I sent you my submission this morning, thanks for understanding :) Its been a rather rough week.

saueracker

12-11-2008, 03:58 PM

lol Rugby was hard, but having a baby was HARDER...lol xD my submission should be in soon. woot for easy exams.

saueracker

12-11-2008, 04:27 PM

sorry for the double post

My entry has been submitted

Celtic i can relate with you regarding the bad eyes...im so worried my daughter will inherit them.o.o

Celtic_Princess

12-11-2008, 04:31 PM

sorry for the double post

My entry has been submitted

Celtic i can relate with you regarding the bad eyes...im so worried my daughter will inherit them.o.o

Get this, at 21, my vision is -5.25 in each eye. Thank goodness for contacts....

My sister got hers around 4th grade, and I used to tease her so bad about it (she was my older sister..)I think karma came around to nip me in the bum because I got my glasses in 2nd grade.

If her father has good vision she's got a good chance of not having to deal with the entire situation. :)

saueracker

12-11-2008, 04:36 PM

Im considered nearly blind. My eye problem is with the nerve itself and my vision fluctuates...one minute i can see ok and the next i can see nothing. xD They cant fix it with lasik because of the danger involved.

my average eye sight is 900/1000 in left and 800/1000 in right.

I hope they find a way to fix it. I cannot wear the contacts due to an allergy.

Adrichiang

12-11-2008, 07:31 PM

Alright guys, here are the adjusted poll results due to voters not following the voting guidelines which are: (Any model have the right to request list of voters and reasons why their vote did not count via Private message).

* Any potential voter with less than 10 previous posts prior to 11/21/2008, there votes will not count in this contest (This is one solution enacted to prevent people from just creating alternate accounts to vote more than one in this contest). I will make exceptions if that voter is motivated enough to private message me and write me a one paragraph explanation on why they should be allowed to vote in top model and be put under closer scrutiny.

* Every potential voter must keep their profile public for the sponsor to scrutinize at her discretion when accusations of fixing the polls results are sent to me via PM. Just like in Cycle 1 of FNTM I have dealt with all accusations in seriously, quietly and efficiently. I may be strict but I am fair about giving second chances if you are sincere.

* There shall not be any other active campaigning threads promoting specific models in regards to cycle 2 of FNTM without the sponsor's expressed permission.

1. Applepod: 30

2. Celtic_Princess: 20

3. Cherushi: 16

4. DeathPyres: 5

5. Naomi89: 17

6. irroc29: 23

7. heartlostangel: 2

8. saueracker: 16

9. ShadowScizor: 11

10. Stepper: 20

Update: I will be sending PM's to the FatalLace, _CareBear_, and PrincessAi and request if they wish to use their immunity cards on any model to move onto the next round.