Mt-Maigetsu: Issue No 17
This month's banner courtesy of Bernouli
CONTENTS
A/ What's New in Minitokyo:
Retirements, Promotions, and More!
B/ Mai-chan's Mail bag!
nikko's on fire!
C/ Dear Botchii...
Who's Freya?
D/Comic: Adventures of Mai-chan!
Who and what now?
E/ Play that Funky Music!
Superficial Gossip...
F/ Get to Know Your MT Staff!
Gaara, gaara, GO!
G/ Featured Group
Feeding the addiction... Mangaholics!
H/ Staff Picks
Art that deserves more love!
I/ Competitions and Projects
Are you missing out on the fun? Join in :D
J/ Group Ads
Looking for a new group to join, or to make new friends?
K/ Have your say!
Mai-chan loves to feel loved!
L/ The Usual Stuff
The enlightening links to Minitokyo Zen-dom...
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A/ RECENTLY IN MINITOKYO...
Retirements and Promotions
If you haven't noticed already, we've had a recent slew of retirements! We neglected to mention the retirements of unicorn2006 and
littlejonny100 in last month's issue. Joining them are EternalParadox, Spystreak, and Marissa. Thank you
all so much for your years of hard work and dedication to the site. We'll miss you!
Additionally, the MT Staff would like to welcome MadoshiKurefu to the Elite Squad!
More on Tags!
-When adding tags, all parent tags from those tags will be added automatically. For example, when you add C.C. to a
submission, it will automatically add girls, Code Geass, green hair, long hair, and brown eyes as well. As such, it is
preferred that you add at least the character tag when submitting a submission.
-The user that added a tag to a submission is now shown in a tooltip when you mouseover the tag in the left menu. Tags automatically added as explained above will inherit owner as well. Some tags will not show a user as it has not been logged until recently.
We have a Shoutbox?
Yes! We now have a shoutbox! In order to see it and participate in it, please go to your Control Panel>MT Options>
Show Chat Lounge Threads and Shoutbox>Yes. Then come and join in the fun! (It doesn't automatically refresh, but
trust me, I'm bugging Sheqel about it... ;))
New layout- IS UPON US.
Love it? Hate it? Let Sheq know about it! XD
Also... we are currently emoticon deprived. (and that makes firefly sad!) If you're interested in making emoticons for the new layout please contact Sheqel via PM)
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B/ MAI-CHAN'S MAILBAG
This month’s mail has been answered by fireflywishes
Quote by nikko3Dear Mai-chan,
Thank you for answering my question regarding "Request Signature/Avatars here" thread. :) I found another thread which seem to be inactive. This is it: http://forum.minitokyo.net/t38753 I hope someone is able to answer those member questions. Its seem no one is there for them weeks ady.
No problem, that's what we're here for. I tried to contact exentric, the original creator of the
thread, and she has yet to get back to me. (Seems like she's busy with university) I'll try to keep you updated, but in
the meantime, if you have any userpage questions, feel free to check out MT's very own 
Quote: Instead of interviewing the staff of MT, why don't you choose someone who really involved in the manga and anime industry? Like seiyuu? Or someone who involved in a manga/anime production? Mangaka would be very nice too. Or someone who really aspire to become one. This person might not be a member OR a member of MT.
Just want to know more about the variety of people that involved in this industry. Not just stick to the staff only.
An interesting idea nikko. If we had the time and were working on this site for a living, I'm sure that we would be able to seriously consider this request. However, the reality is that we are just regular people with regular lives working regular jobs (or going to school) who help out around the site when we have free time. Just getting out an issue every month is a struggle sometimes (as you can see by the delay between Issue #15 and #16) But if you know any Seiyuu who would like to be interviewed then by all means we'll be happy to interview them. Though, keep in mind that since this IS a newsletter about MiniTokyo... it would be nice to keep the content relevant to the site. :)
Quote: I have a suggestion for the usage of credits. Because it is accumulated for participating in MT. And sometimes, it is exceeded the amount that I need to use. I thought of donating some of the credits to those who need them. Well, if you want to know more about how credits should reward to and who can donate them. I can do that but please let me know what do you think of this idea of mine? Thanks!
Well, the idea has been brought up amongst us Mods before. At this point, it is still under consideration. We've gone over the pros and cons, but to be realistic it's probably not going to happen any time soon.
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C/ ASK BOTCHII!
Quote by sailorchironI remember that you had a sister named Freya who hung out at MT. Is she still around?
Ah, you must be talking about botfreya, our less-known sister. Yeah she's still lurking around. She doesn't talk much though, and you probably don't even notice her. Unlike me who's always busy doing stuff around MT, or Mai-chan who's working to put together this newsletter, botfreya just occassionally helps out the moderators when they need to test out something. The most she's done is probably with writing the Popular-chan articles (by being the guinea pig, haha). Okay okay fine, she's not all that useless. She's actually pretty nice, and takes care of me and Mai-chan when we get too busy to take care of ourselves XD
- BotChii
Article written by MapleRose
Got questions about MT? Or just want opinions on stuff? Send a PM to Mai-chan with the subject ASK BOTCHII, and she might answer it during her break from all the work
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D/ COMIC: ADVENTURES OF MAI-CHAN
Click on the banner to see our very first MTM comic strip, brought to you by the amazingly talented hayashinomura!
E/ PLAY THAT FUNKY MUSIC!
It can’t be denied that Shiina Ringo has earned her rank among Japan’s most talented in the music industry, and with the release of her fourth original album Sanmon Gossip ("Superficial Gossip"), she continues to prove to us why she’s on top.
Picking up where the tracks of her 2007 self-cover album Heisei Fuuzoku (“Japanese Manners”) left off, Ringo presents us with songs she crafted alongside her band Tokyo Jihen (“Tokyo Incidents”) from the six years since her previous original release. The thing that’s different about this album is how she brings us a new side to her – instead of the edgy and hard rock sounds we’re used to hearing (like Honnou, Tsumi to Batsu, Koufukuron, etc.) she gives an album full of variety, ranging from songs that are completely mo-town, to others with rapper Mummy D spitting his game over the track, to the emotionally powerful lead single Shun (Season). The album certainly has a much more playful tone to it, evident in the song Futari-bocchi Jikan, created specifically as the theme to a Japanese children’s show. The only fault one could say of the album is it being too ambitious – cramming too much into a single entity, but the songs on their own make for easy listening and an at least interesting if not enjoyable experience.
Sanmon Gossip is representative of a Ringo that doesn’t need to use controversy in order to gain attention; rather, it’s an album of her being stripped down to the core, where she shows us her true colors, not shielded by a façade.
Article written by bromithia
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F/ GET TO KNOW YOUR MT STAFF
Hi everyone~ Another issue, hooray! Lets interview our next Elite member; gaara-no-shukaku! (Note: This month's interview was
conducted by Bernouli!
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1. Who introduced you, or how did you come across MT?
No one. I happened to find it through Google or some other anime-related sites. I can't really remember that well. >_<
2. What do you like to do mostly on MT?
Mostly I'd just go browsing the gallery; both art and scans section. I also enjoy using my leet power, so basically adding deserving artworks to elite gallery or even propose some of them for highlight. :3 And most of all, I love sharing my artworks here - especially after receiving some good feedback from other members.
3. What did you first think of MT when you discovered its existence?
I thought it's a cool site to get some wallpapers and scans, and to post my crappy first-time walls XD
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Random question time!
4. Do you have any strange habits / pet peeves?
I think one of my pet peeves is that I get easily annoyed being in crowded and noisy places. Hm, I don't think I have any strange habit anymore though, but.. I used to like biting my nails. >_<
5. Do you play any video games? If yes, list your favorite systems/games. :D
I used to play some, mainly Nintendo and PlayStation games. Oh, of course I looove playing Pokemon! XD
6. Have you ever traveled very far from home or to another country?
Yea, I've been to Egypt once - for studying purpose, though it was only for a short time.
7. Seen any good films recently?
Nah, I haven't seen any films in awhile. I'm not a movie watcher anyway. Though I still watch anime movies sometimes, mostly from Naruto (and Pokemon! >_<)
8. What's your favorite food and drink?
Hmm, I can't think of a certain favorite food right now, but mostly I like eating anything that has chicken in it. As for drink, I enjoy milk as well as flavored ones like chocolate or strawberry milk. And also Bandung drink, it's a mixed of milk and rose syrup. It's a very common drink here in Malaysia.
9. Ok and lastly. You make great wallpapers and you have your own kind of style that you add to them. Any word of wisdom you'd like to give to our members and future wallers of MT?
Keep making wallpapers for MT's sake, lol. Also try to develop your own style or concept in your wallpapers. Explore your creativity, be inspired from others' wallpapers and stick to MT's Policy.
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That concludes this month's "Get to Know Your MT Staff!" Thanks again to
Bernouli for conducting the interview! Remember minna-san, if you have a member
of the staff that you'd like to know more about or would like to submit a question, send it to Mai-chan with the subject heading
"STAFF INTERVIEW"
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G/ FEATURED GROUP
MangaHolics is a dedicated group that was specially created for those who enjoy reading manga. It features lots of manga-related stuffs, including short articles on recommended mangas as well as wallpapers and original arts from members. Besides being a place for members to discuss about their favourite mangas, MangaHolics also compiled links and resources on manga sites where members can read them for free. This group also conducts contests occasionally, so be sure to check it and join if you're interested. :D
Article and banner by gaara-no-shukaku
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H/ STAFF PICKS
Monkey Business by Allys
This one definitely needs more love! I'm totally digging Ace's muscular build in Allys' piece. Luffy's facial features
are also very expressive-- they really convey his joy. This totally looks like something that we could see in the manga!
Overall, an awesome job on the whole composition of the piece!
Chosen by fireflywishes
Crane by Morphee
Morphee has really pushed the envelope of abstract walls here at MT with this piece--interesting textured shapes break
the smoothness and flatness of Yusuke Nakamura's art. The attention to detail--the colored lines that flow and ebb with
the background shapes--also bring a level of professionalism. Simple and clean, this wall remains anything but
simplistic or empty with well placed and well executed vector shapes and vibrant colors.
Chosen by vitaamin
I'm going to save them... by Nona
Smooth vectoring, soft colors and just a touch of texture make this wallie awesome. I love the setting and the birds add
a nice touch. The scan Nona chose is both cute and a little freaky, which leaves the wall open to our own
interpretations ;D
Chosen by Chloe-chan
Kiwi Passion by Fran
I'm always amazed at how Fran managed to use various patterns into a wallpaper. This is yet another great addition to
her gallery that shows transformation from that small plain-coloured scan to a vibrant yet detailed wallpaper, filled
with pretty patterns. The simple-looking background works stylishly, complementing the yellow-green colour scheme.
Full-view and enjoy this as your next desktop wallpaper. ;)
Chosen by gaara-no-shukaku
Despair by GeneDNC
I was drawn to this wall by the text, how it falls together so naturally, yet it looks so delicately balanced that the
word pyramid could collapse at any minute. The idea is very creative (and I admit, I found it slightly funny, despite
the image), and the message is clearly sent using the stark contrast of black/white and bold text.
Chosen by MapleRose
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Do you know of an item you think deserves more love?
You can actually PM Mai-chan about it! Include the gallery item and a short reason why you think it's great. If Mai-chan
also gives it a thumbs up, we'll feature it next issue! Just don't nominate your own gallery items X-P Cheeky
cheeky!
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I/ COMPETITIONS AND PROJECTS
(in alphabetical order)
Seasonal Challenge
What does "summer" mean to you? What about "winter"? Paint-o-rama is reviving with a contest with
the theme of the seasons. Winner will used in new group layout (in the new MT layout!). Open to MT. Deadline is Nov 30,
so you have plenty of time!
Announcement Thread: Seasonal Challenge
Wings-Lovers Banner Contest!
Wing lovers unite! The top 5 banners will be posted on the group page and will be the OFFICIAL banners for members of
Wings Lovers! Deadline is October 15th.
Announcement Thread: You've asked-- now I'm delivering!
Remember if you don't tell us it's on, we can't tell everyone else. ;)
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J/ GROUP ADS
- This group consists of MTers who love making
userpages and want to display them and/or make them for other members, as well as provide support for new members making
their own layouts.
- Do you draw with pen, pencil, crayons,
tablet or other media? Do you want to improve your skills or share your own talents with other people? Or do you just
plain love doujinshi? Then join this group!
- Because painting is IN.
- Vector. Wall. SHINE!
- A misc group for members over 18 and out of high school
to interact.
- Love vectoring? Then, join this group! It features
high-quality wallpapers and vectors, as well as tutorials for you to learn.
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K/ HAVE YOUR SAY!
Want to see your group advertised, we now request you send in your group as well as a short summary of it's purpose or current highlights. This will of course become far more useful that an icon alone. Also if you feel there is a group or a member worthy of nomination in the MTM again please PM it. Questions, comments, whatever, simply PM the MTM with the subject MYVOICE.
Remember the MTM is determined by you! ^^
Looking forward to your company next month (and keep sending me PMs T.T)
From botchii, with love
Call me Mai-chan <3
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L/ THE USUAL STUFF
All
about the Mt-Maigetsu: requests, ads and features --> To know how to advertise and nominate your group or member
you would like to see on the MTM!
The Policy --> A must read!
The Userguide
--> For day to day living!
Forum
guidelines --> Keeping it clean!
Common problems and
their solutions --> Got you covered!
Visit HeadQuarters for more juicy goodness or contact your nearest friendly moderator.
Links compiled by littlejonny100
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