Introduction To a, "Casual"

[BundleofNerves]

SMASH SECTION: Hello, reader. This is my introductory thread. I'm new to forums so bare with me if I do something dumb. I'm not a competitive smasher, smash is a video game to me, like any other. Why am I here then? I'd like to meet other fun loving gamers, if there are any. I bought Smash Wii U with the thought that it'd be just like old times playing Smash as a kid, having fun whether I'm doing good or bad. This was not the result. It was only after buying it that I found out no one around me plays it and online is trolling, as expected. The cpu is either predictable and boring or has impossible reaction time, so playing them isn't any fun. So I'd like to goof off with any fun lovers. I'd like to make it known that I do know about the various terms and mechanics of this game. I know defensive play is heavily encouraged but I tend to not stand around shielding a lot, waiting for the opponent to attack. I like the chaos. I don't really care about winning or focusing on improving. That doesn't mean I'm not going to try, I know a bunch about this game, but I don't really apply myself. Why? Anxiety and the competitive scene. I can't, "be serious" with someone I don't know, because they might be some random troll, angry and controlling. My hands shake, gut churns and head gets foggy just thinking about playing seriously. I fear that I'll run into a lot of pissed off competitors that will look down on me and boast about themselves but I'll bare through it to find someone who knows what fun is. I don't really, "Main" anyone, I've played everyone. I seem to be gravitating towards Bowser, Link, The Fabulous Falcon, and Pac-man. I've no interest in attending tourneys, way too much hatred flying around, Salt as you guys call it, for my liking. I know this game has, "Unwritten Rules" based on everyone's need for control. If someone taunts one person assumes it's hateful, one might assume it's for fun. Myself, I sometimes taunt if something awesome or hilarious happens. I'm not an angry guy, and don't want to get beaten up in game by someone who's angry over anything I might've done or that they're upset about so please, go exercise and vent before playing with me. I don't, "Mindgame". You're going to beat me, and none of it is going to be through intelligence. You can't outwit someone who doesn't participate. You might do the same move three times in a row, you might only use one move for 2 minutes, I have no idea what you're going to do and I'm not going to wrack my brain trying to decipher an ever changing possibility.

PERSONALITY AND INTERESTS SECTION: I don't like Anime, (EVERYONE GASP AND YELL AT ME!!) I love cartoons and any other funny shows. The old SpongeBob, Fairly OddParents, Avatar The Last Airbender, Flying Rhino Junior High, basically if it's from the 90's onward I've seen it. I'm usually off in my own world, making up stories and characters, thinking up funny stuff, contemplating existence, or calming my anxiety. I'll answer you if you talk to me, but I'm kind of on autopilot unless I'm relaxed. I like to play Tennis, go for runs, practice Yoga. Trying to find a Gym to join. I've played an absolute ton of games in my life. Mario, Zelda, Star Fox, Fire Emblem, basically if it was on the shelf at my gamestore I've rented it and beaten it in a day. Despite being a fun loving guy, who could start singing and dancing in the middle of public if you asked, or do random dumb stuff, I have trouble talking to people, or rather, warming up to them. The world's covered in terrible people and I'm a bit depersonalized from it. It's not like anyone on here is going to really get to know me, but just in case, there's that info there for you. I'm not a logical person, I do things I feel like or for no reason at all, none of it is dickish, like spamming arrows from the side then running away. Too much logic builds barriers and makes people think they have to explain themselves for everything they do, which is tiresome, restrictive and boring. I'm a full grown man, with no friends, and I'm not afraid to admit it. I'm an honest person, with no mental barriers, (Gender, race, etc.) so if you're bothered by someone's gender, race, honesty, etc. then this isn't the User for you. I've taken a lot of punishment in my life, my honesty gets me harassed and attacked by angry thugs. I guess I'm on the wrong planet, huh? Don't be afraid to be upfront with me, I'm not going to say I don't care unless you're clearly trolling. I can be a kind and compassionate person, even if my voice doesn't portray it.

So, wanna play Mr. Game and Watch, Judgement only? All projectile weapons with permanent reflect? Just have a match with no hatred? I'm your guy! Here's hoping this place proves better than For Glory. EDIT: Oh yeah, and I'm on the western side of the world, just in case there's lag.

 

[FamilyTeam]

Hey, hello! Welcome to the Smashboards!
There is absolutely no shame in having no interest in competitive as long as you're respectful about it. You need to keep in mind that "playing for fun" and "being competitive" are not two things that walk separately: We still have tons of funs playing what we love and playing it seriously. Even then, I don't think anybody here is uber competitive - we all still try to have some silly fun from time to time, or do you really think I use Lucina because she's competitively viable? o3o

I don't like Anime, (EVERYONE GASP AND YELL AT ME!!)

I don't know, maybe you haven't watched one that has caught your interest. There are plenty of anime focuses on comedy, like Ika Musume, Nichijou, there are anime like Madoka Magica which are... definitely weird experiences, classic "Cute girls doing cute things" anime like K-on and Non non Biyori in case you want eyecandy and a story that's easy to absorb, plenty of stuff.

And you talk about the salty people: Well, it's not like everybody who plays the game to win is gonna get mad when they lose. Everybody should learn to be a good sport, and that's not a problem directly related to competitiveness, that's the person's fault and only their fault.

Well, either way, if you ever feel like trying to improve, we have plenty of forums dedicated specifically to each character, in case you want to learn about them, ask a question, or even just talk to people who play the same character as you. Good luck.

 

[_gold_]

I don't like Anime [...] Avatar The Last Airbender

It's great to meet like kinfolk. We're a rare breed here on SmashBoards, but we make due.
Greetings and salutations BundleofNerves ! And welcome to the SWF! Just browse around the various forums, and keep it clean!

 

[BundleofNerves]

Hey, hello! Welcome to the Smashboards!
There is absolutely no shame in having no interest in competitive as long as you're respectful about it. You need to keep in mind that "playing for fun" and "being competitive" are not two things that walk separately: We still have tons of funs playing what we love and playing it seriously. Even then, I don't think anybody here is uber competitive - we all still try to have some silly fun from time to time, or do you really think I use Lucina because she's competitively viable? o3o

I don't know, maybe you haven't watched one that has caught your interest. There are plenty of anime focuses on comedy, like Ika Musume, Nichijou, there are anime like Madoka Magica which are... definitely weird experiences, classic "Cute girls doing cute things" anime like K-on and Non non Biyori in case you want eyecandy and a story that's easy to absorb, plenty of stuff.

And you talk about the salty people: Well, it's not like everybody who plays the game to win is gonna get mad when they lose. Everybody should learn to be a good sport, and that's not a problem directly related to competitiveness, that's the person's fault and only their fault.

Well, either way, if you ever feel like trying to improve, we have plenty of forums dedicated specifically to each character, in case you want to learn about them, ask a question, or even just talk to people who play the same character as you. Good luck.

Honestly, even if I learned all the perfect frame technical stuff I'd probably not be able to use it. I've only ever played a fighting game with 2 people, both family.

 

[BundleofNerves]

It's great to meet like kinfolk. We're a rare breed here on SmashBoards, but we make due.
Greetings and salutations BundleofNerves ! And welcome to the SWF! Just browse around the various forums, and keep it clean!

I don't consider Avatar anime. Things like DBZ, Naruto, Death Note, etc. I consider anime.

 

[_gold_]

I don't consider Avatar anime. Things like DBZ, Naruto, Death Note, etc. I consider anime.

I concur; I was just stating both of those things we have in common.

Friendly tip: Try to avoid x2 posting. You're fine now, but most places of the SWF usually frown upon it.

 

[BundleofNerves]

I concur; I was just stating both of those things we have in common.

Friendly tip: Try to avoid x2 posting. You're fine now, but most places of the SWF usually frown upon it.

I'm gonna need a crash course on how to put all replies on one post in that case. I've no idea what I'm doing. Can I just copy and paste stuff all in one post to reply?

 

[_gold_]

I'm gonna need a crash course on how to put all replies on one post in that case. I've no idea what I'm doing. Can I just copy and paste stuff all in one post to reply?

You mean like quote someone? If you want to quote someone, go to the right side of their post and you should see this:

• The thumbs up button simply says you like the person's post.
• The quote option can be used to quote one, or multiple posts. Click it, then you should see
  
  near the bottom-left side of the reply box. It's straightforward from that point on.
• The reply option is similar, but only quotes one post. I typically use this when only quoting one post, since it's faster.

 

[BundleofNerves]

You mean like quote someone? If you want to quote someone, go to the right side of their post and you should see this:

• The thumbs up button simply says you like the person's post.
• The quote option can be used to quote one, or multiple posts. Click it, then you should see
  
  near the bottom-left side of the reply box. It's straightforward from that point on.
• The reply option is similar, but only quotes one post. I typically use this when only quoting one post, since it's faster.

Thanks. I didn't even see the little options on the bottom right. That's what I get for trying to put my sleep schedule back in order. So tired.

 

[FamilyTeam]

Honestly, even if I learned all the perfect frame technical stuff I'd probably not be able to use it. I've only ever played a fighting game with 2 people, both family.

I think you're associating "learning your character" with "learning frame data" or "learning advanced specific techs for each individual characters". No. It's not just that. It can be stuff like combos, strategies, learning the properties of a move you don't know very well, and understanding the game enough so you know when you're safe and at kill %, for example.

 

[Swampertrulz]

SMASH SECTION: Hello, reader. This is my introductory thread. I'm new to forums so bare with me if I do something dumb. I'm not a competitive smasher, smash is a video game to me, like any other. Why am I here then? I'd like to meet other fun loving gamers, if there are any. I bought Smash Wii U with the thought that it'd be just like old times playing Smash as a kid, having fun whether I'm doing good or bad. This was not the result. It was only after buying it that I found out no one around me plays it and online is trolling, as expected. The cpu is either predictable and boring or has impossible reaction time, so playing them isn't any fun. So I'd like to goof off with any fun lovers. I'd like to make it known that I do know about the various terms and mechanics of this game. I know defensive play is heavily encouraged but I tend to not stand around shielding a lot, waiting for the opponent to attack. I like the chaos. I don't really care about winning or focusing on improving. That doesn't mean I'm not going to try, I know a bunch about this game, but I don't really apply myself. Why? Anxiety and the competitive scene. I can't, "be serious" with someone I don't know, because they might be some random troll, angry and controlling. My hands shake, gut churns and head gets foggy just thinking about playing seriously. I fear that I'll run into a lot of pissed off competitors that will look down on me and boast about themselves but I'll bare through it to find someone who knows what fun is. I don't really, "Main" anyone, I've played everyone. I seem to be gravitating towards Bowser, Link, The Fabulous Falcon, and Pac-man. I've no interest in attending tourneys, way too much hatred flying around, Salt as you guys call it, for my liking. I know this game has, "Unwritten Rules" based on everyone's need for control. If someone taunts one person assumes it's hateful, one might assume it's for fun. Myself, I sometimes taunt if something awesome or hilarious happens. I'm not an angry guy, and don't want to get beaten up in game by someone who's angry over anything I might've done or that they're upset about so please, go exercise and vent before playing with me. I don't, "Mindgame". You're going to beat me, and none of it is going to be through intelligence. You can't outwit someone who doesn't participate. You might do the same move three times in a row, you might only use one move for 2 minutes, I have no idea what you're going to do and I'm not going to wrack my brain trying to decipher an ever changing possibility.

PERSONALITY AND INTERESTS SECTION: I don't like Anime, (EVERYONE GASP AND YELL AT ME!!) I love cartoons and any other funny shows. The old SpongeBob, Fairly OddParents, Avatar The Last Airbender, Flying Rhino Junior High, basically if it's from the 90's onward I've seen it. I'm usually off in my own world, making up stories and characters, thinking up funny stuff, contemplating existence, or calming my anxiety. I'll answer you if you talk to me, but I'm kind of on autopilot unless I'm relaxed. I like to play Tennis, go for runs, practice Yoga. Trying to find a Gym to join. I've played an absolute ton of games in my life. Mario, Zelda, Star Fox, Fire Emblem, basically if it was on the shelf at my gamestore I've rented it and beaten it in a day. Despite being a fun loving guy, who could start singing and dancing in the middle of public if you asked, or do random dumb stuff, I have trouble talking to people, or rather, warming up to them. The world's covered in terrible people and I'm a bit depersonalized from it. It's not like anyone on here is going to really get to know me, but just in case, there's that info there for you. I'm not a logical person, I do things I feel like or for no reason at all, none of it is dickish, like spamming arrows from the side then running away. Too much logic builds barriers and makes people think they have to explain themselves for everything they do, which is tiresome, restrictive and boring. I'm a full grown man, with no friends, and I'm not afraid to admit it. I'm an honest person, with no mental barriers, (Gender, race, etc.) so if you're bothered by someone's gender, race, honesty, etc. then this isn't the User for you. I've taken a lot of punishment in my life, my honesty gets me harassed and attacked by angry thugs. I guess I'm on the wrong planet, huh? Don't be afraid to be upfront with me, I'm not going to say I don't care unless you're clearly trolling. I can be a kind and compassionate person, even if my voice doesn't portray it.

So, wanna play Mr. Game and Watch, Judgement only? All projectile weapons with permanent reflect? Just have a match with no hatred? I'm your guy! Here's hoping this place proves better than For Glory. EDIT: Oh yeah, and I'm on the western side of the world, just in case there's lag.

Welcome to Smashboards! It's alright if you don't like anime, Nobody will despise you for it. Do you have a 3DS? If so, are you planning on getting the 3DS version of Smash 4?

 

[BundleofNerves]

Welcome to Smashboards! It's alright if you don't like anime, Nobody will despise you for it. Do you have a 3DS? If so, are you planning on getting the 3DS version of Smash 4?

I don't have the money for either. Besides, Wii U and 3DS are pretty much similar but with different stages aren't they?

 

[Swampertrulz]

I don't have the money for either. Besides, Wii U and 3DS are pretty much similar but with different stages aren't they?

True. You're right.

 

[BundleofNerves]

I think you're associating "learning your character" with "learning frame data" or "learning advanced specific techs for each individual characters". No. It's not just that. It can be stuff like combos, strategies, learning the properties of a move you don't know very well, and understanding the game enough so you know when you're safe and at kill %, for example.

I know some combos, and that Link's boomerang can drag people, Pac-man's hydrant water pushes, Bowser doesn't flinch from light attacks at low percent, and Falcon can reverse his Punch. I know stuff like that, I just don't apply it very well. Maybe after some time playing non-For Glory people I'll relax when playing.

 

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[BundleofNerves]

Welcome to Smashboards! View attachment 90490

Hi. You wouldn't happen to know where I can ask about playing with people around here would you? I've gotta keep myself distracted to stay awake until night today.

 

[BlueX]

Hi. You wouldn't happen to know where I can ask about playing with people around here would you? I've gotta keep myself distracted to stay awake until night today.

You can look here

NNID:
http://smashboards.com/threads/the-nnid-sharing-thread-find-opponents-here.356271/

3DS FC:
http://smashboards.com/threads/the-3ds-friend-code-sharing-thread-find-opponents-here.340319/

 

[Satonakas]

Welcome to SmashBoards, and whatever way you play there's plenty of people who are the same don't sweat it..

 

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[Rage NF]

Welcome BundleofNerves to Smashboards, enjoy your stay here and have a Great Time in the Boards.





Its Great to have you on Board I wish you the best of Luck with Everything and I See You Around in the Forum.



Happy New Year BundledofNerves