I'm playing at my LGS and I'm running infect. My opponent knows I'm running infect and refuses to play. Do I automatically get a 2-0 or do I have to take a "bye" type win? I know a bye win isn't the same as a 2-0.
I'm sitting down at a local shop and I'm playing infect. My opponent knows I'm running infect and refuses to sit down and play. Do I automatically get a 2-0 win, or do I take a "bye" type win? I know with the bye you get a win but it's not the same as a 2-0 win.
A buddy of mine played Cavern of Souls naming "mutant". He then played Master Biomancer. He casts any creature, [i.e. Elvish Visionary] and thinks that it can't be countered. I'm under the impression that until it actually enters the battlefield it doesn't get labeled as a mutant, meaning that I can counter it. Am I correct. Also could somebody provide the DCI ruling since we're both pretty thickheaded. Thanks.
Ok, so I have a problem with weight. No, it's not what you'd expect. I'm very underweight. And before anyone asks, no, not anorexic, bulemic, or any other under the effects of any other dietary disorder.
I'm a six-foot-two (approx) 18 year old guy, and when I last checked my weight (about a week ago) I was 137 (lbs for you whacky non-Americans). The main reason for my concern is I'm a month into college, and I've lost weight (was 145 at the end of summer). As far as I know, I don't have any tapeworms or other parasitic entities that can cause weight loss. I've always been a skinny guy (I don't think I've ever broken 150), but the fact that I'm losing weight when I'm supposed to be gaining it (freshman 15 and all) is kinda wigging me out. I haven't really changed my eating habits (except it isn't as healthy as Mom's cooking), and I'm eating a good two-and-a-half to three squares a day, but weight gain has always been tough for me (I have a high metabolism).
The other reason I worry about this is actually my girlfriend's concern. She's about a foot less than me, but now that I've lost weight she's almost 10 lbs heavier than I am. She is perfectly normal for a girl of her age, but when she thinks about how she weighs more than me, she gets all flustered and is upset about weighing more than a six-foot plus guy. Obviously, I'm the exception rather than the rule, but I really love this girl and feel guilty about making her upset. (Just as a side note, not sure if it'll help, but I can still lift her relatively easily, so I'm not just skin and bones.)
So what advice does the inter-webz have for a college kid (with no real money to speak of) who wants to gain weight? I'd prefer to bulk out, but I don't really have the body type for that. I'd settle with just lean muscle, something to make the GF feel better about herself (because as all attached men know, that's what matters).
The Gym memberships here (at my college) are mad expensive, so if anyone wants to suggest excesize, I'd appreciate a routine that doesn't involve a trainer and/or heavy equipment.
Thanks in advance for all your help!
Ok here's my personal advice that I did myself. But keep in mind that you will be spending money one way or another. Invest in some protein. This can be in the form of powder you mix with milk (make sure it's skim milk, less fatty) or premade protein shakes. From what I'm gathering you are looking to bulk up, so you are going to want a high calorie, high protein diet. Two protein powders I used where Mass Tech (by Muscle Tech) and True Mass (by BSN). A typical protein shake is going to be between 650-800 calories a shake and you will take 2 maybe 3 shakes a day between meals. This stuff gets expensive fast so keep that in mind. The important thing to remember is to go by the directions of the protein. They time it to where you can take one and still have room for food, so your diet routine will play a major key in this. Also a good number to remember is you need at least 1 gram of protein for each pound you way to start with. So make sure you're hitting that bare minimum. Your meals also play a big part in this. You want to stay away from fried, greasy foods and closer towards the foods that are good for you. Hard boiled eggs are a great source of protein, just remember not to eat the yolk (high cholesterol).
Now for working out. One way or another you will need to hit a gym. My personal experience is to stick with a gym with more free weights (dumbbells barbells) than the ones that have the cool nifty cable machines. Don't get me wrong cable machines do have their uses but there are a few things to keep in mind. Free weights don't sit on tracks and cable forcing you to use your stabilizer muscles more which will go a big way to getting bulk. Also with free weights you can change up position on your body to get a completely different workout. So if you're concerned with spending money at an expensive gym consider looking at the "mom and pop" type fitness centers. A lot of times they will have everything you need for a fraction of the cost and they're more personable.
If you absolutely cannot afford a gym then I would suggest looking into P90x or Insanity workout program. I've personally done Insanity and it's cardio out the box so I'm not sure if that's what you're looking for. From what I gathered about P90x is that it's more strengthening. You can find both online if you're resourceful.
As for routines that all depends on what you want to do. I found this site out here and it's pretty much been a workout bible to us. www.bodybuilding.com and www.elitefts.com. They have everything you need and if you have any questions you can ask it there and they are awesome with help.
The most important thing of all is to remember that you must be commited to this. You can't do it for a week stop for a week etc and expect to see results. This will take time and can be frustrating at times. Also, when it comes to working out, listen to your body. There's nothing wrong with taking 3 days in a row off if you're body can't handle that many workouts in a row. When I first started I was workign out an hour a day 6 days a week. There were times where I did take a week off to recoup but I made sure to hit the grind again. Now I've slowed down a little more since I'm going heavier and heavier with more muscle groups. So I only hit the gym 5 days a week now.
Hope this helps you out.
Experience : I've been working out for the past 6 months. I started at 170lbs and now I'm sitting at 190.
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Not sure if putting those two sites up is against any type of rule since it's a reference, but if it is just let me know I'll remove them and PM the OP instead. Thanks.
Quick question for anybody that could help. How often should I be replacing my brushes, and what is a decent brand? Also I know Golden Acryllics are a pretty good brand, but is there something a little cheaper. Just not sure if I'm ready to shell out $8 for a tube of paint yet. I know you get what you pay for though. Thanks.
Thanks Petite for the tut on how to do that. I think it's amazing and worth giving a crack at.
Can't remember who runs the Critique/Tut thread (think Eya but not 100%), but I personally think this would be a great addition to the Tut section if you don't mind.
Gonna give this a try after the projects I'm working on. Thanks again.
Very nice alter 6jerfz, your Nacatls look so fun to play with. Might I recommend Cheetarah (sp?) from Thundercats for your next. Preferably the old school version, but the new school one wouldn't be bad.
And now my contribution. Just a quick throwup I did while at work.
Cold-Eyed Selkie, definitely nuts man. Awesome job. I saw that effect on sidewalk art just never even imagined it on a card. Great job and application.
Another Joe Mad! This time BATMAN! And also a full art Blightsteel commission.
Batman:
Blightsteel Colossus:
Any constructive criticism is appreciated!
-Modfly
you did a good job with the batman. the blightsteel looks a little rushed though in my opinion. i would say around the card name/mana cost i would paint to the block line around the whole thing (you have the grey outline showing) . and the outer line on the P/T. it looks a little off the way you have it right now. the rest of the artwork itself looks good.
@sandreline - your lands are some of my favorites. i always look forward to seeing them.
@6jerfz - again awesome job, i'm taking a page from your book and learning how to extend art. I just have a wicked hard time matching colors.
@klug - honestly, can't see what you have painted (site blocked at work), but with your track record i'm sure it's bad ass. i'll have to check when i get off shift.
I was going to wait to post, as it has been brought to my attention that I've been posting too frequently. However, I don't foresee myself painting any more cards tonight, so my last of the day is here:
(sorry if I breached forum etiquette by posting too frequently, I'll hold off from here on out until I have a handful of cards done)
Keep posting man, I like checking out your artwork. Haters gonna hate :D. Where have I seen this artwork before? Is it original? Either way, nice work.
@demonium - by far you're one of the best artist i've seen here. you continue to push that bar of pure talent. you need to get a job at WOTC stat. keep it up.
thanks for the answer btw.
I'm playing at my LGS and I'm running infect. My opponent knows I'm running infect and refuses to play. Do I automatically get a 2-0 or do I have to take a "bye" type win? I know a bye win isn't the same as a 2-0.
I'm sitting down at a local shop and I'm playing infect. My opponent knows I'm running infect and refuses to sit down and play. Do I automatically get a 2-0 win, or do I take a "bye" type win? I know with the bye you get a win but it's not the same as a 2-0 win.
A buddy of mine played Cavern of Souls naming "mutant". He then played Master Biomancer. He casts any creature, [i.e. Elvish Visionary] and thinks that it can't be countered. I'm under the impression that until it actually enters the battlefield it doesn't get labeled as a mutant, meaning that I can counter it. Am I correct. Also could somebody provide the DCI ruling since we're both pretty thickheaded. Thanks.
That's pretty sweet. Really diggin the Thrones reference. Funny thing I'm actually watching this right now as I'm typing this. Keep up the good work.
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You should do Khal Drago (sp?) as a Kresh, the Bloodbraided alter.
Ok here's my personal advice that I did myself. But keep in mind that you will be spending money one way or another. Invest in some protein. This can be in the form of powder you mix with milk (make sure it's skim milk, less fatty) or premade protein shakes. From what I'm gathering you are looking to bulk up, so you are going to want a high calorie, high protein diet. Two protein powders I used where Mass Tech (by Muscle Tech) and True Mass (by BSN). A typical protein shake is going to be between 650-800 calories a shake and you will take 2 maybe 3 shakes a day between meals. This stuff gets expensive fast so keep that in mind. The important thing to remember is to go by the directions of the protein. They time it to where you can take one and still have room for food, so your diet routine will play a major key in this. Also a good number to remember is you need at least 1 gram of protein for each pound you way to start with. So make sure you're hitting that bare minimum. Your meals also play a big part in this. You want to stay away from fried, greasy foods and closer towards the foods that are good for you. Hard boiled eggs are a great source of protein, just remember not to eat the yolk (high cholesterol).
Now for working out. One way or another you will need to hit a gym. My personal experience is to stick with a gym with more free weights (dumbbells barbells) than the ones that have the cool nifty cable machines. Don't get me wrong cable machines do have their uses but there are a few things to keep in mind. Free weights don't sit on tracks and cable forcing you to use your stabilizer muscles more which will go a big way to getting bulk. Also with free weights you can change up position on your body to get a completely different workout. So if you're concerned with spending money at an expensive gym consider looking at the "mom and pop" type fitness centers. A lot of times they will have everything you need for a fraction of the cost and they're more personable.
If you absolutely cannot afford a gym then I would suggest looking into P90x or Insanity workout program. I've personally done Insanity and it's cardio out the box so I'm not sure if that's what you're looking for. From what I gathered about P90x is that it's more strengthening. You can find both online if you're resourceful.
As for routines that all depends on what you want to do. I found this site out here and it's pretty much been a workout bible to us. www.bodybuilding.com and www.elitefts.com. They have everything you need and if you have any questions you can ask it there and they are awesome with help.
The most important thing of all is to remember that you must be commited to this. You can't do it for a week stop for a week etc and expect to see results. This will take time and can be frustrating at times. Also, when it comes to working out, listen to your body. There's nothing wrong with taking 3 days in a row off if you're body can't handle that many workouts in a row. When I first started I was workign out an hour a day 6 days a week. There were times where I did take a week off to recoup but I made sure to hit the grind again. Now I've slowed down a little more since I'm going heavier and heavier with more muscle groups. So I only hit the gym 5 days a week now.
Hope this helps you out.
Experience : I've been working out for the past 6 months. I started at 170lbs and now I'm sitting at 190.
***Mods***
Not sure if putting those two sites up is against any type of rule since it's a reference, but if it is just let me know I'll remove them and PM the OP instead. Thanks.
Quick question for anybody that could help. How often should I be replacing my brushes, and what is a decent brand? Also I know Golden Acryllics are a pretty good brand, but is there something a little cheaper. Just not sure if I'm ready to shell out $8 for a tube of paint yet. I know you get what you pay for though. Thanks.
Can't remember who runs the Critique/Tut thread (think Eya but not 100%), but I personally think this would be a great addition to the Tut section if you don't mind.
Gonna give this a try after the projects I'm working on. Thanks again.
And now my contribution. Just a quick throwup I did while at work.
you did a good job with the batman. the blightsteel looks a little rushed though in my opinion. i would say around the card name/mana cost i would paint to the block line around the whole thing (you have the grey outline showing) . and the outer line on the P/T. it looks a little off the way you have it right now. the rest of the artwork itself looks good.
@sandreline - your lands are some of my favorites. i always look forward to seeing them.
@6jerfz - again awesome job, i'm taking a page from your book and learning how to extend art. I just have a wicked hard time matching colors.
@klug - honestly, can't see what you have painted (site blocked at work), but with your track record i'm sure it's bad ass. i'll have to check when i get off shift.
Keep posting man, I like checking out your artwork. Haters gonna hate :D. Where have I seen this artwork before? Is it original? Either way, nice work.
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