Curious

[RAIST]

If you don't have the Google Toolbar installed (so many things stick this in their installs now... most people don't realize they have it) you could try the free OnlineTranslatorToolbar from unlimited-translate.org. One click and your current webpage will run in Google translate (or other service if you want). As always, translation engines can be a bit rough (especially translating far-east languages), but it gives you a good enough feel for what is being said most the time.

Raist

[Miera]

Not saying this is anything to do with it but I know the English language we speak is so versatile that something said can be misconstrue to something else.. Its funny to see them have the same topics (such as moving servers and info about updates) and no one is jumping on them about caring about the game instead of the crisis at hand..
Then again maybe they are just respectful culture (which is probably true because they derived from honor and respect to others in their culture) where American history is full of hatred, rebellion, and discrimination.. if only the Indians killed columbus and any other invading foreigner what a different culture this would of been..

That is a.... Very interesting way to think. LMAO.

But its true, Nothing really good About America's Background, Slavery, Genocide, yadda. Not saying that other countries didn't have those either, just saying America is pretty well known for that crap.

IE (Germany, Russia ect.)

[magnius]

I it is as if they actually have respect for other peoples opinions (unlike American's who will put someone down for saying anything they do not agree with).

We could stand to learn a lot from the JP. They are in a time of need & are still in good spirits. they treat their fellow players with respect & accept everyone's opinion without bashing them for it.

The thing is though. And I do play with a lot of Japanese players -- good and bad(the ones that, as you say, "bash" other players), and they do say that their "respect" (they also call this pride) is to the point of being detrimental. I mean why do you think that NAs were the first to legitimately kill PW and AV? (They're still a bit annoyed by that too) I guess their respect for their leaders prohibits them from saying their opinions on a strategy, etc. I didn't say this, by the way. I'm just quoting from what some of them say, which was interesting.

[NightDagger]

LOL i do remember 7 years ago when JP wre ultimate in FFXI. NA players could not even come close to doing the things they were accomplishing. Now we have finally made ourselves equals, which is nice to be anyways. I remember my first JP friend, he helped me a lot and did make me a better player. They are very nice to play with/chat with. I could not imagine going through what they are & still being able to remain calm & talk about things on a normal level. i would be on a rampage, bashing people for even thinking of something little alone starting a thread about it.

But that is what makes us different, their beliefs & culture are a lot more relaxed then that of NA's.

[Miera]

My very first Japanese friend came from playing Phantasy Star Universe believe it or not lol.

Thanks to the Xbox360 I could actually use my voice to communicate with them. There was a woman who was from England who lived in Japan for 5 years or so and spoke Both English and Japanese, she translated a lot of things I didn't understand for me and introduced me to all the Japanese players she hung out with. One of my favorite people from the group was so funny, loud and pretty down to Earth, he was completely respectful and always Addressed me as Miss which I felt wasn't necessary lol We always joked about teaching the other the opposite language even though he spoke and typed better English than most people. xD

Those were the good ol days, wish I could have the same experience like that in FFXI with a lot of people honestly.
Frackin' Auto Translate. ><

[viion]

Surprisingly no threads on Abyssea, ha!

There is a pretty big thread concerning the next server merge. (JP's dont like to lose their name)

[NightDagger]

I seen in there that 1 person stated that they will spend the money to keep switching servers until he is able to use his current name. That is crazy, i really like my name & would hate to lose it, but it is not worth the money for me to keep switching servers to try & keep it lol.

To each their own though, if that is what he feels is necessary for him to keep the enjoyment of the game alive then so be it.

[Zarabi]

"Ships puppet, ♪ go out to sea adventures (ridiculous) ♪ the fun as the first
[Sure] this rule, and also the faint of heart, we say that a severe balance of the game and we will ban.

Purensutomingu (do not criticize the party), such as thank you to the discussion.
If it is good, people drink liquor, while a drink, read, ♪ please write or

If you drink alcohol, the herbal tea to soothe your mind, read, write please.

This thread is absurd even better, and adventurous, can play comfortably with a drink in one hand, the FF games built from the desire to want.

The title has become a puppet ship, of course not have to ship, and the like - I want a funny idea - that would not let Don Don writes.

Under the influence of alcohol is OK ♪ ♪ Please Come by Don Don"

I'm confused? Is it a thread for people who are drunk? :3

[Randwolf]

Could be a thread discussing people who play while intoxicated. I know there are some I play with that are drunk/stoned and you'd have no idea. Then there are those sober players who people assume are on something because no one can actually be that stupid.

[Miera]

One of my LSs were full of either drunks or stoners, It used to get quite interesting doing things...