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While going through the members section, I found that after all the members listed I get pages of this weird error:

http://img384.imageshack.us/img384/4849/error9gp.jpg

I dont know if this is a browser problem, or site problem, but just trying to be helpful

Thats a very profound thing to say Mephs. I always wondered why others conform to the wishes of their peers when it comes to "social acceptance". I always hated those people in High school who slept every class, and went to parties every night when they should of been studyin. They are the ones who want to be "popular" and think that being smart is uncool. I cant really say much yet for the concequence of their actions (I just graduated last year, and have only been in college for not even a year yet) But I can tell what their lives will be because of their laziness and stupidity.

I dont know if any of you have this problem, but in America it seems that most students want to be cool, and will do anything to get it. Drugs, sex, and sleeping in class. I think its who they become friends with, and who influences them. Every lunch in high school me and my friends would talk about those things. Even if there are those who know whats right to do, the majority of them are idiots. They are so ignorant of the social conditioning they are being fed, that they go along with it, and dont think for themself. I think its sad that I could go to the other side of my country and find "clones" of other peoples persona's. They all act the same, and make the wrong decisions.

Another thing I saw in high school (and see now still in college) is people blaming the professor for their failures. "Oh hes just too strict" They say. In fact its their unwillingness to prepare and inability to see themselves at fault that blinds their judgement.

When a man is ready to admit to himself that he is at fault and must change his ways, then he will truely progess.

Satchmo you are correct. America is too proud for its own good. Its a bitch to admit, but its true. We are so wrapped up in our own "greatness" we ignore our problems. I dont know how all these problems can be fixed, but I do not think we will eventually fall.

As for the determination vs. inherent smartness, Its all determination. Everyone is average, but due to envoirnmental influence, parenting, and values, they progress and learn that study is the only way to succeed. Only mental defects would be the exception. Believing you are born "smart" is thinking that was abandoned at the end of Feudalism. That kind of thinking lead to kings and Emperors with absolute power.

THis has been heard and said so much, but I will say it again:

"All men are created equal"

Its what we do with our lives and time which defines us, not our Heritage, geographic location, or anything else.

You have to agree that its rather hard to tell a joke from serious remarks if its said in a certain way. BTW sorry again then

I have trouble seeing the sarcasm in text

Thanks for the honest input Satchmo. I figured you would have some knowledge considering your a doctor (BTW which is rather impressive!)

Obviously to others here they do. That post was simply a retort to Jobabob.

Man, imagine making those? I really like the church picture. Makes me realize the work and time that goes into building them.

PTS that is a philosophical belief that effects the entire world. I dont know if you knew the philosophical background of what you just said, but it goes much deeper. Influence by learned obediance, and mass agreement over law changes and molds peoples minds into social and acceptable integrity. It is the man who can overcome and see the truths and deception behind the world he lives in who thrives. Most philosophers fall into this catagory. Everything from 7-3 jobs, to cursing, sexual preferance, food, etc. Its all created by the mass acceptance of it. Saying people here go along with everything is SO FALSE. So much people here hate the war, and BUsh. That philosophy is applied to every aspect of life! Its hard to describe in a forum post, but I think I got through.

You do realize that the only reason Britan was not anniliated by the French, or WWI was because of its isolated geography. Its was never too powerful to conquer. Just lucky. Could all this hate be because America defeated Britan in the Revolutionary War?

Its like Britan had an Awp, and America had a knife. Who won that?? Once out of 100 the AWPer is knifed and HUMILATED! Well, America (knife picture) Britan in Revoltionary War Server!

I mean what kind of country dresses up in Red uniforms walking in a line and stops, then fires in staggard order without moving??!!! LOL PWNED!!!

This all for the sake of fun BTW.

Oh, and ZombieLoffe: ".....and the weak mind of the woman." That is so true!

Now dont get me wrong, all that said was just to try to measure up to Joba's post. Britan has superb architexture, and a well sounding language

I just pulled out the big guns.....

I made this post for people to find some cool ass looking buildings that would be a challenge to create in the Source engine. Here are some nice ones:

http://larscapes.com/brussels/royal_palace.html

http://larscapes.com/brussels/grand_place.html

http://larscapes.com/brussels/old_england.html

http://larscapes.com/brussels/old_church.html

The whole site is filled with amazing buildings

Thats not a good comeback Joba. If we didnt enter, you wouldnt exist. It sounds like an attempt to find some sort of comeback to "We saved your ass in WWII" It failed. I could say alot that would prove America "wins" against Britan, but I wont. This thread has gone out of control, and could go on forever. I suggest we forget all this, and go back to mapping, and helping other map.

Thats very true Luke. We have the right to rebel against our government if it becomes corrupt. I never thought of that before Im using that now when someone says people shouldnt own guns

Satchmo: I agree with your post explaining how its work and determination, not smarts which brings success. Very true.

Seventh: I only used the American inventions post to contradict Jobabob, which was on page one of this thread. Obviously America isnt the only country who can invent. Einstein, Germany?

Some of what people here have said about Americans is (regretably) true. Some believe they are better than everyone else, some think other countries are horrible. Isnt this the equilivant to others from other countries saying they hate America? This goes back and forth. Its so pointless. After all this discussion, there is always some ignorant fool who comes along and starts it all up again. Every place has its pro's and cons.

Economy: BTW, dont think that if America's economy goes, that all of you are safe. If any major countries economy goes, so does the rest. Its all interconnected.

You say that America is in dept and deficit. Yes thats true. Actually every country is in dept in some way. Dont forget that we gave money and helped rebuild Germany after the war.

No country is in power today without help. America was helped by France during the Revolution. This was mainly because of their anger and need to Rebel against Britan. Britan was saved by America in World War II. ETC ETC. Everything in this world is interconnected. We are not much different from one another than you would think......

No country can be judged. Only individuals can. Its all about determination and setting your goals.

Who invented what, or who did what doesnt matter. What matters is who thought what, and how did he think..........

I think it was Socrates who said: "I only teach men to think, not to know."

Oh and BTW, satchmo, is Calculus hard? Im taking it next semester in college. I love math, so I think I will like it.

Jeez im sorry. Its hard so see sarcasm in text on the internet. I apologize Gunter

WOw gunter dont think I wont flame you because your American. They dont over-generalize. THere is no "they" Its people living somewhere else. OMG THATS OBSURD!

Coming to conclusions from forum boards is fuckin retarted! YOU CANT JUDGE COUNTRIES BY OTHERS ON FORUMS! Nothing anyone said was that bad here. Its good to hear opinions from around the world. (no matter what they are) GOD you seem like one of those Americans who are ignorant and foolish.

BTW joba thats really funny! I actually "lol" not just saying lol!

As a final note, Its hard to judge things, or people by TV, or news. Sitting down with someone and just talking gives more insight to their lives and beliefs than anything else.

I dont like the hate for middle eastern people in America. I admire their determination for their religion. (It invloves much dicapline)

Ok, Im going to play some Day of Defeat Source now.

Too bad. I thought this thread would go to 100. someone say something contravercial!

Popsickles fuckin Pwn Pizza any fuckin day of the fuckin week!

Pants are better than trousers!

Lift is better than elevator!

Loft pwns apartment!

ARGG!!!

lol thats funny ZombieLoffe

Was it the Romans who killed the Greeks? I believe it was the Persians? I dont think Im remembering correctly though Im pretty sure the Romans and Greeks were far apart as far as time is concerned.

I hate to say it, but our constitution is a rehash from The greeks, Romans, and the French. Napoleons puppet democracy had rules based from greece, which was picked up by us later.

ebonics:A nonstandard form of American?English spoken by some Blacks in the United?States

An example: What up home dawg! Where you at?!

Well, age isnt everything in government. Mostly all democratic governments are based off the Romans and Greeks. Greeks were awsome! So were the Spartans! (even if the spartans had sex with boys YES ITS TRUE!)

I do like how British people speak. So much better than the fuckin idiots here who talk in ebonics! OMG and the southern idiots with the vocabulary and pronounciation of a 4 year old!

Gunter stop saying those things, your making America look stupid again.

I wish we were in it for the oil. Our gas prices are so FUCKIN high here its astounding.

Terrorists, hmm this could go on forever. I dont agree with the war, and dont think we should be in Iraq, but the people are in need, and someone has got to help. They need to be a little more self-sufficient.

Oops sorry :(.

BTW Gunter the majority of people in America are NOT conservative. As I said, only the old conservatives vote, and stupid people like Bush get elected. We need a man for president who can actually think!

I actually have respected most countries sometimes more than America. I like how the people of Britan are actually involved in their government. Makes me pissed about my own country

I really dont have a true alliance with America. Its kind of boring at times. No real unified culture, no interesting architexture. But its still good.

Most Americans are fuckin dumb asses when it comes to voting. Nobody registers, then complains when Bush does retarted things. The voters were all Old confused people not familiar with the current facts. Its not half the country. Half the country OVERALL voted for ANYONE! There is a HUGE problem over here with people not voting. We forget our freedoms and our government. One thing I dont like about my fellow Americans is they are SO easily influenced........:(

Sigh seventh... wouldnt the Oil producing countries hold power? Dont forget america always tries to help everyone. Global conflicts and accidents we are always there. The Tsunami in Europe. We were there. IRaq (I know we shouldnt be there) BUT!!!, We are spreading democracy. A philosophical belief that helps lives, and saves people. We dont really hold power over anyone else.

I guess everyone here cant take others opinions and facts. sigh........ the world is still filled with so much hate.

There is no winning or losing here. I simply was trying to show Joba that Americans are not stupid. DId I say 50% ? No I didnt. As I said, we need to admit our flaws, and stop focusing on everyone elses.

We should all join together and be like Star Trek The next generation! Federation of planets (countries) who work together. Sounds a little hippy-ish, but it should be. GERMANY, AMERICA, BRITAN, JAPAN, RUSSIA, etc etc ALL JOINED TOGETHER! IMAGINE THE ADVANCEMENTS AND POSSIBILITIES!!!

OK Joba this is getting ridiculous. I think that ignorant idiots in america who harm Gays for the reason of homosexuality are FOOLS AND DESERVE TO DIE! Dont think I wont hate parts of my own country, because I will. Some southern states are filled with the most fools you have ever seen. But, every country has their flaws. I personally believe that there is no such thing as sexual preference. I dont feel like going on a philosophical rant, but there are some good arguments on it.

All our cops should be violent combine soldiers who beat the hell out of anyone who breaks the law.

Joba bob you just condemned yourself with your own words.

"America is abundant with natural resources and is conveniently located in such a way that have allowed it to flourish in a fraction of the time it has taken other countries."

THis fraction of time was due to philosophical beleifs in democracy, and intelligent people crafting our brilliant economy and military. When smart people create a country, and it contiues to flourish, what does that say?

Joba, your anger and jealousy is astounding! A truely smart man can admit his faults, and accept the truth. This should be the basis of thinking around the world.

This kind of trivial bickering is pointless.

And dont think I dont like other countries. I love Italy, Germany (their technoligacal advances) Japans innovative thinking, Russia's determination, (and communism, good philosophy, bad how Stalin did it)

Stop the hate and give your fellow country a hug GOD DAMIT!

Bratty lord you are a wise man. Hes right. There are stupid people everywhere. Geography doesnt dictate your intelligence. Hasnt man evolved past that kind of thinking? This kind of jealousy and hate leads to wars and death. You encounter and see stupid people on TV and think America is stupid. Dont forget that most intelligent people arnt on TV. You dont get a chance to see the doctors, professors, and scientists working and creating.

LOL a "brit" invented the computer? Do some research. www was invented by a "brit" ? It was invented by american colleges to transfer data from one another. Are you an idiot? Oil is in other countries, water is everywhere around the world. We have just as much resources as everyone else. Smarts is what makes a country great, not blind dumb pride and just "saying it is".

BTW Satchmo, arnt you a doctor? What kind of intelligent person who is a doctor uses late night TV as a refrence for the rest of the country?

I agree that most people are stupid, but NOT JUST AMERICANS! You cant judge a population of people by the random people you encounter. Try asking those questions at my college, or ANY COLLEGE! People are equally stupid all over the world. You wonder why america is so strong? Its full of brilliant people who are smarter than the rest. Why does everyone want to come here? Economy is great thats why, and technologicly advanced. Dont get me wrong, Im not a Over-zealous american lover, (I actually like Japan and Germany about the same as USA) but saying a country is stupid and full of stupid people is just dumb. Political agendas shouldnt be expressed here (Even if Bush is a fuckin ass hole) Dont forget that what your using now to respond to my post was invented by an American. Whoa, electricity? American?? Computer? ZOMG american! I really hate to see jealous people badmouth america........ OWNED and WRECKED!

Raise them far in the air (not to far) and make sure you have a info_player start.

Very cool! Reminds me of "Honey I shrunk the Kids"

Macs are horrible to work with! People who get Macs just want to be different. PC's dont suck, so why get a MAC? Id rather not have a computer, then have a MAC!

I think its good texture application. Applying textures to models is sometimes annoying, so I think its good

Wow that map is amazing! So large BSP, but worth it to see it. Its a marvel to behold!

Didnt he win already? The counter is over 2000000. Guess he won?

Im not sure, but I think your card has to be compatible to do that. Usually it has an extra port and comes with a cable to to the job. Perhaps that card cannot do it?

Thats very cool Playbus. That was an awsome map BTW

Change to a higher resolution. 1182 864 sumthin is good. I suggest using XSI. There are sooo much better tutorials, and its very easy to export models to Source.

This is the source version of TFC. It seems to be almost done, and looks very nice. Has custom props, skins, etc. The only thing I noticed was it was lacking in custom materials in the map. Its just that those textures have been used over and over in so many mods Other than that its superb in every aspect of the word associated to modding

Linkage:

http://www.fortress-forever.com/?a=media

As I said, its no biggie, im just trying to get some worth while posts on the under-used Comments/suggestion section.

Technically it could be here. Its not a big deal, but worth noting.

Your first line in a post never is indented! When I indent, it posts with no indent. It only is for the first line, but its a small glitch I thought should be noted.

Ive just started playing DOD: Source. I thought it sucked, and never gave it a try (due to DOD1) It came with CSS, so I checked it out. It is quite fun and well made. The feel of the guns fire, recoil, and unique gameplay aspects make it enjoyable and different. HDR and Dynamic Tone mapping make it stunning to look at! The map design is excellent, as with the models. Its very addicting! I want to promote this game to others so they can see how fun and great it is Give it an hour or two and you will get a pretty full idea of its gameplay.

There is a tutorial under Source tutorials here. Google pakrat

OK, I know what you mean. Dont worry about .aim files. Download pakrat and load your COMPILED BSP file. Hit auto, then add. While in add, add the textures to your BSP. Save over the old BSP. Now delete the newly created BAK file. The BSP file now has the textures packaged with it.

This is all assuming you have the targa file and text file saved in the proper directories converted to source texture

I agree with Jobabob. It always seems there is "too much" movement in a CGI render of people. Their clothing, arms, hair, and movement have way too much activity then it should be. It still looks better than some makeup, or conventional non-CGI techniques.

Like I said place them 5 or 10 units away from the floor. The spot will differ. Simply doing this fixes that.