Dealing With Bullies

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If there is one thing most otakus, geeks, nerds etc, face in their lifetime is a bully. Bullies are a severe problem. They torture, beat and in rare cases even kill geeks for no reason. However depending on the person a bully can be the worst thing ever. Or the bully can be the greatest thing that happens to the geek. I know what some of my readers are thinking. What do you mean it could be the best thing that happens? Allow me to explain in detail below.

Bullies can build confidence or can destroy it - Having bullies was the best for me. Of course they beat me up, spit on me, made me feel less than nothing. However that emotional and physical abuse awoken a fighter in me. I didn't just let these kids beat on me. I fought back. If they punched me, I punched back. But dealing with bullies is not easy for everyone. There is many factors that comes into play.

For me I was bullied in Junior High and it was the worst. There was days I didn't want to go to school. The kids made fun of my clothes because it wasn't up to date. I didn't listen to latest music. Girls thought I was a dork for loving anime, games and Star Wars. Plus I would get jumped on numerous occasions. However through all that adversity, my confidence didn't go down. Instead it made me more fierce to be better than them. I was fortunate enough to have a support system. When my confidence was on low, I had true friends and family to build me back up. This left me able to endure all the bull that these kids threw at me. I understand that many of us have different experiences. Not everyone has someone in their corner. Not everyone has someone to stand behind them and lift them up. This leads to my first rule with dealing with bullies.

1. Have a strong support system - Find someone or something to counter attack the negative energy bullies bring. Find positive people and you will see the difference. Its not easy finding positive people, chances are this support comes from the people you least expect. In my case it came from my 8th grade teacher. Focus on things your good and use that drive to succeed. If you don't fit in that means you're meant to stand out. Stand out my friends.

2. Tell an adult - This is usually didn't change anything from my experience. It usually made it worst for me. Times have changed thankfully. However if you inform the right adult you might not have a bully anymore. Find responsible people who are willingly to make sure that justice is served. If it's a bully in school, talk to the principal, dean, teacher, your parents. It's your job to SPEAK! Nobody is going to know what is going on if you don't tell them. Don't worry about being tattle tell, this is your physical and emotion state on the line.

3. Fight back - This doesn't mean you get a gun and shoot up the school. This means if they push you, you push back. If they punch you, you punch back. Keep in mind though this tip can lead to escalation. Not all bullies back down when you fight. It's okay to defend yourself with your fist, if your being attacked. Don't seek vengeance. This is only if your being physically attack and need to protect yourself. Otherwise make sure you do number 2 until something happens.

4. Talk to your bully - This rarely works because usually the bully is too ignorant. However in that rare case they might tell you why they don't like you. Then you can solve the problem with words.

5. Love yourself and stay focus - It's really hard to bring down someone who truly love themselves. If you have enough love and confidence in who you are, the bullies won't do major damage. Even I had to discover my love for myself at one point. Having the support system didn't always keep me up. You need to have knowledge and love who you are.

Remember my otakus and geeks that are still being bullied at work, school or etc. These people usually have a cliche story. They are popular, or in power right now but it usually doesn't last. Sooner or later they will have to come terms with who they really hate, and that is themselves. I just saw two of the few men who bullied me in Junior High School. Not to my surprise they are still up to no good and ignorant as ever. I must admit I did smirk that I was doing better than them, but it sadden me that they still haven't grown. This is my most important rule.

6. Don't hold a grudge - DO NOT! I REPEAT DO NOT! Let they hatred turn you into a hateful person. Do not hold a grudge against these people. Endure and kill them with success as I have. Nothing makes these bullies feel worst about themselves than when you surpass them. DO NOT bring them on Maury or Tyra saying, "You bullied me and look at me now." That is showing that you still have a grudge. Just endure it my friends it doesn't last forever. If the damage is too great then seek professional help. I'm serious about that one. You can heal from physical pain, but mental damage is the worst.

Endure, Believe and Be Smart.

Otakus & Geeks Stereotypes That You Hate

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There are many things people think of when they hear the word Otaku or Geek. Whatever your perspective is of a Geek or Otaku, here is a list of the stereotypes you hate. I asked my geeky friends in my life and the twitter followers. Here is what you hate.

1. You're an Otaku so that means you watch Hentai or prefer anime characters than real people - We have no idea where this stereotype started or why some people believe this. First of all not all Otakus watch Hentai or get sexual attraction from Anime characters. It's actually a small percentage of Otakus that will find Misato hotter than a real girl, or Vegeta sexier than a real guy.

2. Geeks are anti-social, depressed and weak - We all have seen how the media portrays geeks. They are usually people who keep to themselves, afraid to talk with people or viewed as weak because of their pursuit for intelligence. It's a stereotype that is very annoying.

3. Adults who play video games are losers - Yet another form of thinking that makes no sense to us. Since when playing a videogame at a certain age makes you a loser? Wow this was a new stereotype for us.

4. Female gamers are not as good as Male gamers - Sadly some Male gamers still believe this stereotype. Trust me I have played a lot of female gamers and have gotten my ass served. They are just as equal with the competition. Some female gamers are even more fierce.

5. Being a geek means that you are a loser.- Another stereotype that is shown in the media. Being a geek doesn't make you a loser. Being a geek with no goals, no ambitions and not bettering yourself makes you a loser.

6. Geeks and Otakus live in their parents basement - This one is also depicted in the media. That adults geeks and otakus still live inside their parents basement, sitting on the couch playing games all day. This just in that is a really small percentage duh. Most geeks and otakus and are very successful with their own places.

7. All Otakus & Geeks are virgins - Oh this made us laugh. Otakus and geeks are far from virgins. Trust us the otakus and geeks of the world, have sex as much as anyone else maybe even more.

8. All Cosplayers are losers with no lives - Do people not dress up for Halloween? Do people not dress up for a Masquerade party? Do people dress up for acting? Are these people losers? No! Cosplay is about becoming a character, nothing wrong with that.

9. Geeks only socialize on social networks - Another one that made us laugh. Who thinks of this stuff? Anyway geeks have friends outside the net. Most geeks for that matter we are pretty sure of that.

10. Geeks and Otakus finish last - Most Otakus and Geeks are pretty successful in life, marriage and careers. This is one can rest in peace.

We wasn't going to post all the stereotypes we received. However keep in a mind in order for a stereotype to be true, it must applied to everyone who is targeted. Feel free to list more stereotypes in the comment section. Stay Smart!

Geeky Cakes

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As my profile says Cake Or Death? I love cakes especially if it's geeky. I went on the net and did a Google search of some geeky cakes. Here are some cakes I found. Of course I will start off with Ouran High School Host Club. I love this cake it's looks delicious. All the main characters are on the cake.

A Full Metal Alchemist cake with Ed shirtless. Either way this looks like a cake Otaku girls must take a bite out of. I love the icing on the cake.


May the force be with you. This is a very cool Star Wars cake. The Chewbecca cake and Stormtropper is well done. Chewbecca is a nice chocolate cake and Stormtrooper a good vanilla.

This is for all my zombie lovers out there. This is one beautiful zombie cake. It even has the brains in it's hand. A very cool cake for the zombie in all of us.

Justin would love to have this when he turns 25. A Nintendo Wii cake. I must say this looks very yummy. Don't you love how accurate it looks.

This is a really good cake for 360 fans. It even comes with an achievement lol.

 Naurto fans rejoice you can now eat his hair. They really captured the top of Naruto's head very well. All this talk about cake is making me hungry.


It wouldn't be cake without Soul Eater :). All of the main characters that I love are on this cake. Doesn't this look yummy too you. Anime Rules!!!!!!

Dragonball Kai OST Vol 1 Review

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I finally had the time to check out Dragonball Kai on Nicktoons this weekend. I must say that I' am very impressed with the show. I' am even more impressed with the OST. Dragonball Kai OST Volume 1 consist of 36 tracks from the show. I really love the soundtrack because it stayed true to it's DBZ OST roots. In fact I find the Kai soundtrack better orchestrated then the DBZ in certain areas. For instance the battle themes I enjoy much better. However this isn't a compare and contrast review of the soundtrack. You want to know is this soundtrack worth buying correct? Well the answer is yes and no. Yes it's worth buying because the music is absolute pleasure to hear. It's not worth buying because the length of most the songs, only last about 1 to 2 minutes tops.

Kenji Yamamoto is most known for his composition on various videogames such as, "Metroid Prime 3: Corruption," "Advance Wars: Dual Strike" and the upcoming "Donkey Kong Country Returns," brings us his TV scored effort. He doesn't disappoint with stand out tracks like, "Over The Star ~Piano Ver.~", "Win Tough Fight (Guitar Verison)" and "The Formidable Warrior, The Saiyan,"are some of my favorite tracks. Yamamoto makes an effort by staying true to the Japanese Dragonball sound. However he leaves enough room to compose something original for us to enjoy. To put it simply he put his stamp on it. Each song captures an emotion, or describes a characters mood. Kenji really delivers on that factor of describing the scene. My disappoint is like most Anime OST, the the opening theme song and ending song is in TV size. Sorry fans you will have the buy the single to "Dragon Soul."

Final Grade B+ Dragonball Kai OST Vol 1 gets a B+. It's a fun soundtrack to listen too, that stays true to the Dragonball sound. However the short length in songs makes it a hard buy. Dragonball fans should at least check it out. Check out the stand out tracks below.

Over The Star Piano Verison


Win Tough Fight! ~Guitar Version~


The Formidable Warrior, The Saiyan

Otakus & Geeks Origins (Justin's How I Became A Gamer)

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On the first part of the origin story. I explained how I became and Otaku and why I love anime. In part 2 I will explain how I became a gamer. Enjoy.

How did you become a gamer geek?

It's pretty interesting that I'm a gamer. My family really isn't true fans of technolgy. Actually till this day some of my family members still aren't cool with technology. When computers were getting big, my family was still using the typewriter. I still remember some of my homeworks I was typing up on a typewriter. My family would just say "We don't need a computer boy the typewriter is just as good." Anyway it wasn't until my brother requested the NES for Christmas, that my family became more tech friendly. My father and brother would play the NES all the time. I started gaming at the age of four, and yes I did more than press buttons. My first games were, Super Mario Bros, Duckhunt and Wrestlemania. In Super Mario I would used Ligi since he was the youngest. My brother would play with Mario. Duckhunt I was too young to be good at it. However I was a master at Wrestlemania. I would use Hulk Hogan the most. I really have to thank my Dad for making me a wrestling fiend in my younger days. However that is another story.

My gamer geek didn't really kick in until I got Sega Genesis for Christmas. I remember Sega Genesis came with Sonic The Hedgehog (which is still my favorite Sonic game). I also so had Batman for Sega as well. I would game nonstop at least 9 hours a day, until my mother put a stop to that. My mother was strict when it came to education, so I wasn't allow to play Sega until the weekends. I really have to thank my mother for that, because if I was allow to play games everyday I would be the worst gamer ever. I mean in regards to attitude, plus it showed me that you have utilize your time wisely. It thought me that you can't get wrapped up in entertainment, so thanks Mom. Till this day I only play games on the weekends. If I do play games on the weekdays, it's only about for an hout. However when I game on the weekends, it's usually an all day thing.

How did people treat you as a gamer geek?

My gamer geek was embraced more than my Otaku side. All the guys played videogames at school. It's funny everyone had a different system. I had Sega, my friend had SNES and my other friend had Gameboy. We would go to each other's houses and play them all.

Are you more of a gamer geek now, than you were as a child?
I was more of a gamer in my teenage years than my adult years. I still play games, but don't have much time as I would like too. I'am an old school gamer. I still find myself playing Genesis, Playstation and Dreamcast.

Sins & Punishment 2: Star Successor Review

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The original Sins and Punishment was released almost ten years ago. It was held as a cult classic, and one of the most entertaining games of it's time. 10 years later Sins and Punishment returns with a sequel. Does the sequel hold up to the original? Or should we be forgiven for our sins for buying this game?

Story - The story follows Isa Jou and a girl name Kachi. These two kids are on the run from the Nebulox. The Nebulox are a group of enhanced human beings, that need Kachi for some reason. Isa Jou and Kachi ship crashes on the way to their destination. From there the story doesn't get in depth into the ending. The story is the most weak part of the game.

Gameplay - Sins & Punishment 2 falls into the category of Rail Shooter. You have four different control options to play with. The Wii Mote with the Nunchuk, Gamecube Controller, Classic Wii Controller or the Wii Zapper. I used the Wii Mote. I found it to be more easier and more fun. You aim with the Wii Mote and shoot with the B button. By taping the B button you also can perform a Melee attack with your sword. This a great use for Boss battles and objects that come flying in your direction. The flying objects you will be able to deflect back to the enemies. The Z button is to evade or roll. Trust me you are going to be best friends with your Z button when playing this. The A button is used to charge your gun. When the gun is fully charge it will release a huge bomb shot. This comes in handy when you are being overwhelmed with enemies.

The levels are absolutely amazing and fun to play. Set piece after set piece will leave you on your Wii for hours. The levels are challenging and you will die a couple of times, if you are just shooting. This a rail shooter that brings you loads of enemies at once. Gamers stay on your toes. If you have an extra Wii Mote then have a friend join you in the fun. The game also includes a online leaderboard. I like that edition because this game as a nice arcade feel to it. The boss battles are pure epic. It takes a great deal of strategy to defeat them. First you will have to find out their weakness. Then you will have to figure out what weapon is more effective to kill them. I found out that the charge shot with A button does a lot of damage. However the boss fights are not a walk in the park, evade will be your best friend.  The gameplay is solid and the controls work wonderful for this rail shooter.

Gameplay Video

Graphics - The graphics is one of the best on the Wii period. I'm really shocked that with so much going on in the game at once, that I didn't experience any framerate issues. Everything is pure detail from the environment and the backgrounds. The bosses look amazing. My favorite level graphic wise is the underwater level.

Sound - The sound is pretty basic. The voice acting is a hit or miss depending on the characters. The music is not really memorable but it does the mood of intensity.

Replay Value - This game you will want to play over and over. With different levels, leaderboards and great co-op. You will be returning to Isa and Kachi for a while.

Final Grade A- Sins & Punishment 2: Star Successor gets an A-. This is a must own Wii game. Great gameplay, great graphics and a wonderful fun ride. The only shortcomings were the story and some of the voice acting. To not buy this game will be a Sin that you will need to seek forgiveness for to the gaming Gods.

The Smurfs Teaser Trailer (Why God!)

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What smurf of smurfs is Hollywood doing? They are smurfing me in my black smurf hole. Smurfing smurfers. I can think of ten things wrong with this movie. But it's pretty obivious when you look at the trailer. Here is the plot from Yahoo.com: The movie begins in the same era, but the Smurfs' arch-enemy Gargamel (played by Hank Azaria) invades their village and sends them running. According to director Raja Gosnell ("Scooby-Doo"), some of the Smurfs stumble into a secret part of the forest where "there's a magical portal that transports them to Central Park."

Lost in Manhattan, the Smurfs -- Papa, Clumsy, Grouchy, Brainy, Gutsy, and Smurfette -- find a couple of human friends (Harris and "Glee" star Jayma Mays) who take them in. They look for a way home, but Gargamel also crosses into our world to track them down.

Smurfs Trailer


Soul Eater Monotone Princess (Wii Import Review)

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Why do some Anime games suck so bad? Correction with exception of "Ghost In The Shell" and some "DBZ" games. Anime games have not lived up to expectation in the gaming world. I manage to play Soul Eater Monotone Princess for the Wii. It was released 2008 in Japan, with no signs of a release date in USA. Should you sell your soul to play this game?

Story - I don't understand Japanese so here is the description from PlayAsia.com

Wandering souls, the time for salvation has come.” the strange man declared to the crowd in the dead of the night. And all who have attended this meeting disappeared. A mass disappearance of people is prompting action from the death angel academy as the teacher has assigned the task of investigating the case to his students. However, upon investigating the incident, Mako and her friends came upon white, masked creatures and agents who have been gathering souls. Predators usually devour souls they have gathered, but these agents who called themselves hatchers of the demon's egg are gathering them for unknown purposes. Soon, our beloved cast realized that the scheme behind the agents and the appearance of the white masks are far more dangerous than any other assignments the academy has ever set for them.

Gameplay - The gameplay is truly a headache. I have no idea what Square Enix was trying to do. The A button is used to attack with one of your three characters. You can use Maka Albarn, Death the Kid & Black Star. Each character has a different wide range of attacks. By using the pressing the A button and the Wii more you will do a special move. The Z button is control the camera angle, but good luck doing that. The camera angles in this game are horrendous too me. It doesn't respond well and good luck when it comes to battles, because it's a chore getting the camera angles to work. The B button is used to locked on the enemy, this actually works well unless you're fighting multiple enemies, because with the camera angle will not show you who is coming behind you. The A.I. is joke, especially in the earlier missions. The enemies just stand there and let you hit them. The boss fights range from easy, to normal and some are hard. However it's not really challenging and the missions are repetitive. A warning to those who don't know Japanese. The game is heavy on dialogue and really drags the game. I must've of been waiting for 10 minutes just to play the next mission. I was pressing the A button for a while to skip dialogue. Overall the gameplay is repetitve, clunky and just boring.

Gameplay Video


Graphics - The graphics on Soul Eater looks like it could of been on the PSP. The graphics are average at best. I wouldn't even consider it Gamecube stature. There are no lag issues, but there are a lot of pixel images. I just didn't like how they try to capture the Soul Eater world.

Sound - The sound is really good. They make use of the original Japanese voice cast and have a great opening song. The music is cool but nothing special.

Replay Value - Unless you are a die hard Soul Eater fan, this game is only a one trip ride.

Final Grade D+ Soul Eater Monotone Princess gets a D+. This game is just to boring, frustrating and clunky. This is a game strictly for the die hard fans. I found the import price at 30 dollars, but play at your own risk.