Ahh, console video games (or vidcons as I call them). the ultimate medium of expression, able to convey any emotion ranging from hatred to love, loyalty to fear, all in front of our eyes. Ah, and with lovingly crafted art, music, and the ability to control the action, vidcons are the ultimate combination of the high arts. While I tend to play the stoic, I will be the first to admit that vidcons haven driven me to cry, to scream and shout, to feel actual hate; such is the power of this force beyond our wildest reckoning. And here I am, before you, to temp your tongues with the taint of such a tantalizing topic.
And the Japanese, the true geniuses behind the world of video games. Pah, I throw my scorn upon such incompetents of the West who would mock the true art of the Japanese with 'games' such as Baldur's Gate and Madden. Perhaps it is that the West is not as intelligent as the East, but this is a matter for another day. Japan has given us such masterpieces as the Final Fantasy series, Star Ocean, Wild Arms, and of course, Arc the Lad. Yes, some of the finest vidcons in the world were created by Japanese. I come to you today to ask you in all earnesty, what is your favorite vidcon? I will reveal mine after the grand debate has illustriously begun, but not before the first poster falls victim to my plot of discussion.
In other words, this is a thread on an imaginary forum our avatars frequent. The topic can fluctuate, and its mostly just general discussion.
Carmine at the Beach
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Yeah, that's Minoru Mineta. Just try to stay away from him, he's always like that. If he keeps pestering you, you can tell my parents.
Don't literally throw him out a window though, I don't want you to get in trouble.
"Paldea has a lot of different Pokemon from those in Kitakami." - Carmine
He's not so good at this
Hey White. Busy chit-chatting with the folks over there as I see.
Oh hey Black! You joined too? Nice! The more there's people the merrier, as they say!
I came here to inform you about something quite important actually. Dr. Ein has demanded to see both of us over... Concerning individuals.
...Uh-oh, that doesn't smells good.
Tama May Cry 4: Order of the Toons
Guess you guys are going to be busy in a bit huh? Hope it isn't too serious.
I'm kinda wondering what could be going on for them to need to return?
So, he’s kept on harassing me. I didn’t throw him out a window, but, uhh…
I mayyyyy have beat him up a bit. S-Sorry, I just got really ticked off…
Carmine at the Beach
It's fine. Sometimes I have the urge to knock some sense into him too.
On a better note, if you want, we have a gaming room with lots of consoles and games to choose from.
There's also a nice home theater room with a whole bunch of movies you can choose to watch. Let us know if you need anything else!
Edited by clemont107 on Dec 24th 2023 at 7:26:30 AM
"Paldea has a lot of different Pokemon from those in Kitakami." - Carmine
Thanks! I’m probably gonna be in the gaming room for a while! ^^
How do y'all make your images smaller when posting? I’ve been wanting to add another character, but I don’t want the photo to take up too much space.
Tama May Cry 4: Order of the Toons
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Ooh! Speaking of pwaying games, I fink I wanna do some of dat befoah beddy time tonight! Dat way Chwistmas will come even fastah!
Make sure you don't get too cought up in them all night since it should be a sensational sight to see Santaclautchi in his sleigh ride later on!
Edited by MkayRose on Dec 24th 2023 at 8:46:55 AM
Meet the Tamas!◊ This is where it will end, by my hand.
He's not so good at this
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Yeah, those guys seems to call themselves... the Hige Hige Bandits... Look like it ain't Bagura and his gang of 5 this time.
Aw, look like I have to leave then... But you know what? It was sure fun to be with you guys, all chatting and Christmas-ing and all! But you know what they say, battling fiends comes first! Until next time, then!
...Huh, can you tell me now who're those guys and what they're planning to do, Black?
You'll be told all about it once we're with Dr. Ein, you'll see.
Hello
Always glad to see you guys get along with each another. It's always 
Speaking about gaming, Ako-chan and Rinko-senpai * are both fond of video games. I actually wouldn't mind playing video games, too.
It's true though, "Playing video games" is listed under one of Rimi's hobbies.
Well, I’m probably gonna be gaming here for a little while. At least, until the party ends. Until then, I’m gonna let one of my close friends post here instead to keep me updated. ^^
Carmine at the Beach
That works! In the meantime, Mina, Marnie and I are gonna watch some movies to relax.
We might go to sleep if we feel tired, which might be early today. Feel free to keep one of our inter-dimensional portal devices for easy travel back home, and if you want to travel anywhere you'd like to visit.
"Paldea has a lot of different Pokemon from those in Kitakami." - Carmine
TG: i am back after the santa being
TG: i got some shit i made with alchemy cuz thats cooler than a lot of stuff and yeah
Not even stars last forever.
Hello. I’m Robin, Roxy’s friend. Also, I uh… may have snuck in behind her just to make sure she was safe. Sorry about that.
Carmine at the Beach
Nice to meet you Robin! No worries! That's what friends do, sticking out for each other.
Nice to meet you Robin! Feel free to try out some of the food, games, or movies if you want to.
"Paldea has a lot of different Pokemon from those in Kitakami." - Carmine
Tama May Cry 4: Order of the Toons
[1] Good luck dealing with those Bandits, it could be one heated battle. Sis and I are about to get our fireworks out now for an exciting evening!
They look so cool with the city so lit up tonight! [2] Hey Robin, great to see you join in the thread! I'm sure they're cool with you being there as well!
Edited by MkayRose on Dec 24th 2023 at 9:34:02 AM
Meet the Tamas!◊ This is where it will end, by my hand.
TG: oh whats up robin
TG: may i ask why you might need to do that though
Not even stars last forever.
Hello
Gah, that darned Spiny Shell!! If it weren't received by someone behind me, I would've won that race! 
Oh. Toko-chan, so you're playing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?
People generally call that flying thing that homes in at the first-place racer the "Blue Shell", because, it's blue. 
It's one of the items that you're going to see more often when you're trailing behind, although NOT that far behind. It might not be the necessarily worst thing that will happen to you in that game, but it's the thing that makes others get mad at just hearing about it, considering it's difficult to avoid getting hit by one.
TG: what mario kart
TG: id beat you at mario kart ds
Not even stars last forever.
Tama May Cry 4: Order of the Toons
That's the best one imo, I tried MK 8 DX and I think it's too easy.
It does have a lot of fun characters and stages to play though!
Well I honestly love most of the installments in the series! aroo.
Edited by MkayRose on Dec 24th 2023 at 9:44:11 AM
Meet the Tamas!◊ This is where it will end, by my hand.
Well, despite how nice she is, Roxy can be a bit of a troublemaker at times. Usually I try to keep an eye on her, and help her where I can.
Edited by CrobatOfTheStars on Dec 24th 2023 at 8:42:52 AM
Hello
(to [1] and [2])
Mario Kart DS is cool too. It's the first one with online play. The top screen represents the typical race screen, while the touch screen shows the map of the racetrack, the position of the racers and what items they have. It's not the first one where you can select which vehicle you use to race though - Double Dash did it first. 
It's also the first one to have race courses from the earlier games, which become a tradition when Wii, 7 and 8 (Deluxe) following it. 
Huh? Why did I always keep starting last? My kart won't move when the race begins!
(Rimi): Are you holding the button used to accelerate the whole time, Kasumi-chan? I think you should just start holding it right after "2" fully appears during the starting countdown.
(Kasumi): Oh, right! The timing... why didn't I realize it earlier?
Edited by JustNormalMusicLover on Dec 24th 2023 at 10:01:09 PM
Everyone's got their unique qualities.
Self-Made King
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I can't help but think back to when I was 12 around this time of year; I received a violin on Christmas morning back then...
TG: dope do you play it
Not even stars last forever.
Self-Made King
Unfortunately, I broke it the following year, and I'd rather not discuss why.
Well, um… there’s this little purple weirdo following me around and staring at me creepily.
Would I be in trouble if I threw him out? Preferably out a window?