Preface: I know I'm posting this earlier than I should, but at least, that's said. There won't be any "Where did D4rkDragon go?" status updates/threads/posts/signatures/videos/FBI cases (jk 
) or whatever (implying there would be some 
). No more surprises-- wait, see the blog post.
tl;dr: Don't ask for where I'll go, it'll only be a matter of few days.
In case you did read the preface and/or the blog's title, yes, you read right: I may have to be away from Pedia for a few days in the worst case. Why?
Well, as some of you are aware, I can't play online as I used to do before, because real life decided to screw up, and my parents decided to stop our Internet subscription for some sucky, unstable, limited, terrible 3G plans (because it's way less expensive), but whatever, it's not the true problem.
In order to keep some private stuff, I'll go directly: I'm moving away! With the "private stuff" I mentioned, there's also one more thing: studies. See, I'm on my last year at school, and I'll need to move to high school next year. And, the thing is: I'm planning to work in some programming-oriented job (secretly hoping for video games related job (troll) not at Konami (/troll)). And there's absolutely no school which covers this where I am actually. Nice, right ?
So, I'll be moving away to a location I'll keep secret (because privacy), for studies, and for Internet (huehuehue, I totally didn't annoyed my parents about this). Implying my phone's poor 3G plan might be still up, I may come but not post (I'll have to deal with unpacking my stuff, notably), and if we don't plan on already setting up Internet related stuff, it may take a few more days in order for my family to access (again) that marvellous world we call "Internet".
Now, you know about this. I'll update my status when I'll have Internet (unlimited, I hope) again.
But, you said there will be a surprise, right ?
Aaaaand... Yes! If you saw my latest updates, you might be aware that I managed to get a capture card that works on my Wii U. The best thing being I got it for nothing (around 40€ w/ shipping)!
So, as you might have already guessed, that's it: I'm about to start a Youtube channel. Of course, I'll only be able to update videos in 720p because my capture card only supports 1080p@30fps, but, on games like Smash, it's... urgh. I'd rather not tell you. Just remember that I'll be sticking to 720p@60fps, okay ? Oh, and in case you're wondering: yes, you'll be able to see the "real" me, the one behind the screen.
But, Nintendo's Creator Program ?
Gotcha covered. My first playthrough will be *drum roll* Xenoblade X.
And I checked: the game is NOT in the NCP whitelist (JP or NA), plus, the NCP doesn't seem to support European countries as far as my investigations went. So, I'm free with that. And expect eventually some Smash 4 as well. But no Splatoon (Because this one IS in the NCP whitelist).
But, what about ads on videos ?
Screw them, I won't put them up. They're an annoyance. And they're also why stuff like Adblock+ is vital for using Internet.
I guess you're one of those "wannabe Let's Players" who aim to be as popular as *insert Youtuber here*
Let me use an assembler opcode on that one: NOP.
I don't even plan on becoming popular! All I want to do is provide playthroughs of the games I'll play, make the interactive (if I can), or nice to watch. That's all. Oh, and you may expect a few videos where I'll try to play with some of my (irl) friends or Pedians here if I can.
What about the Xenoblade X Playthrough ?
This first playthrough is going to be the exception. Considering my situation right now, the videos will be "pre-recorded", and I doubt I'll be able to provide the same amount of interactivity as I'll do with the (potential) next series. Unless if I decide to set up a schedule for my videos (like 1 video/3 days or a video a week).
However, even when I'll be done with the game, you'll still be able to count on me for recording Squad Mode playthroughs... when I'll be done moving away, of course.
Other games we may expect ?
Potentially Xenoblade Chronicles (Wii VC mode). If I get the chance to bring my Wii U at my sister's and get myself an eShop card at the supermarket next to my school, I'll do a playthrough of it for sure.
And, if I can, I'll try to see if I can borrow my brother's Wii games, maybe I'll be able to make some videos off some of the games I have on it.
In any case, for now, I don't plan on doing 3DS playthrough for the sole reason that: they require hard-modding, I don't want to ruin my console's appearance for the sake of making videos; plus they're uber-expensive (300€!!); and some of us know the tale of "ZeRo and the Seven Legendary 3DS". Yep, definitely won't be ruining my console for that.
DS/GBA/NES/Wii/N64 VC games may happen if they're not in the NCP whitelist (I don't want to deal with Nintendo's poor decisions on this), and even more if in some miracle, they decide to bless us, players with a GameCube VC.
Oh, in case you're wondering: maybe I'll cover PC games... not that soon, but maybe. (I'm not sure if my PC can handle games on (at least) High + a recording software, hence the "maybe" word).
Can I appear in one of your videos ? Will there be shout-outs to Pedia or any of its members ?
Of course I do plan on doing so ! For video appearances, just contact me, and I'll see (once my channel will be up and running) what we can do.
Keep in mind one thing: Time Zones !
Well, that's it. Maybe this went from "I'll possibly be offline for a few days next year" to "My New Channel: The Ultimate FAQ!", but at least, I won't have to explain it all again. If you read it all, you're courageous
!
Thanks for reading!
-D4rkDragon
PS: For those wondering what the heck is that thumbnail, I got bored after playing Puzzle and Dragons on my Android phone, and decided to upload the Strawberry Dragon's thumbnail: that's all! (additionally, PM me if you're playing on the NA server, I could help you !)
) or whatever (implying there would be some ). No more surprises-- wait, see the blog post.tl;dr: Don't ask for where I'll go, it'll only be a matter of few days.
In case you did read the preface and/or the blog's title, yes, you read right: I may have to be away from Pedia for a few days in the worst case. Why?
Well, as some of you are aware, I can't play online as I used to do before, because real life decided to screw up, and my parents decided to stop our Internet subscription for some sucky, unstable, limited, terrible 3G plans (because it's way less expensive), but whatever, it's not the true problem.
In order to keep some private stuff, I'll go directly: I'm moving away! With the "private stuff" I mentioned, there's also one more thing: studies. See, I'm on my last year at school, and I'll need to move to high school next year. And, the thing is: I'm planning to work in some programming-oriented job (secretly hoping for video games related job (troll) not at Konami (/troll)). And there's absolutely no school which covers this where I am actually. Nice, right ?
So, I'll be moving away to a location I'll keep secret (because privacy), for studies, and for Internet (huehuehue, I totally didn't annoyed my parents about this
). Implying my phone's poor 3G plan might be still up, I may come but not post (I'll have to deal with unpacking my stuff, notably), and if we don't plan on already setting up Internet related stuff, it may take a few more days in order for my family to access (again) that marvellous world we call "Internet".Now, you know about this. I'll update my status when I'll have Internet (unlimited, I hope) again.
But, you said there will be a surprise, right ?
Aaaaand... Yes! If you saw my latest updates, you might be aware that I managed to get a capture card that works on my Wii U. The best thing being I got it for nothing (around 40€ w/ shipping)!
So, as you might have already guessed, that's it: I'm about to start a Youtube channel. Of course, I'll only be able to update videos in 720p because my capture card only supports 1080p@30fps, but, on games like Smash, it's... urgh. I'd rather not tell you. Just remember that I'll be sticking to 720p@60fps, okay ? Oh, and in case you're wondering: yes, you'll be able to see the "real" me, the one behind the screen.
But, Nintendo's Creator Program ?
Gotcha covered. My first playthrough will be *drum roll* Xenoblade X.
And I checked: the game is NOT in the NCP whitelist (JP or NA), plus, the NCP doesn't seem to support European countries as far as my investigations went. So, I'm free with that. And expect eventually some Smash 4 as well. But no Splatoon (Because this one IS in the NCP whitelist).
But, what about ads on videos ?
Screw them, I won't put them up. They're an annoyance. And they're also why stuff like Adblock+ is vital for using Internet.
I guess you're one of those "wannabe Let's Players" who aim to be as popular as *insert Youtuber here*
Let me use an assembler opcode on that one: NOP.
I don't even plan on becoming popular! All I want to do is provide playthroughs of the games I'll play, make the interactive (if I can), or nice to watch. That's all. Oh, and you may expect a few videos where I'll try to play with some of my (irl) friends or Pedians here if I can.
What about the Xenoblade X Playthrough ?
This first playthrough is going to be the exception. Considering my situation right now, the videos will be "pre-recorded", and I doubt I'll be able to provide the same amount of interactivity as I'll do with the (potential) next series. Unless if I decide to set up a schedule for my videos (like 1 video/3 days or a video a week).
However, even when I'll be done with the game, you'll still be able to count on me for recording Squad Mode playthroughs... when I'll be done moving away, of course.
Other games we may expect ?
Potentially Xenoblade Chronicles (Wii VC mode). If I get the chance to bring my Wii U at my sister's and get myself an eShop card at the supermarket next to my school, I'll do a playthrough of it for sure.
And, if I can, I'll try to see if I can borrow my brother's Wii games, maybe I'll be able to make some videos off some of the games I have on it.
In any case, for now, I don't plan on doing 3DS playthrough for the sole reason that: they require hard-modding, I don't want to ruin my console's appearance for the sake of making videos; plus they're uber-expensive (300€!!); and some of us know the tale of "ZeRo and the Seven Legendary 3DS". Yep, definitely won't be ruining my console for that.
DS/GBA/NES/Wii/N64 VC games may happen if they're not in the NCP whitelist (I don't want to deal with Nintendo's poor decisions on this), and even more if in some miracle, they decide to bless us, players with a GameCube VC.
Oh, in case you're wondering: maybe I'll cover PC games... not that soon, but maybe. (I'm not sure if my PC can handle games on (at least) High + a recording software, hence the "maybe" word).
Can I appear in one of your videos ? Will there be shout-outs to Pedia or any of its members ?
Of course I do plan on doing so ! For video appearances, just contact me, and I'll see (once my channel will be up and running) what we can do.
Keep in mind one thing: Time Zones !
Well, that's it. Maybe this went from "I'll possibly be offline for a few days next year" to "My New Channel: The Ultimate FAQ!", but at least, I won't have to explain it all again. If you read it all, you're courageous
!Thanks for reading!
-D4rkDragon
PS: For those wondering what the heck is that thumbnail, I got bored after playing Puzzle and Dragons on my Android phone, and decided to upload the Strawberry Dragon's thumbnail: that's all! (additionally, PM me if you're playing on the NA server, I could help you !)
