While watching Shadiversity’s new video about Fantasy Rangers: historical origin and most effective weapons, I was reminded of how much I enjoyed playing that class in games such as Dark Age of Camelot and Ultima Online. Imagine how excited I was to learn that Star Wars Galaxies would also include a Ranger class as well! […]
Jim Henson’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Connection
I don’t have much to say about this photo, other than I was going through my, now, decades old digital archives and ran across this awesome picture. Jim didn’t feel comfortable directing some of the action sequences for the first film, but he did it well and actually enjoyed the experience. Jim passed away on […]
Nerd Rage!
Nerd Rage! How I went from being overly critical about geek properties to a more laid-back, take it as it comes, fan. I used to be pretty harsh on TV shows and Films that just didn’t get it “right”. You know, “Captain America” (1990), Thor in “The Incredible Hulk Returns”, “Batman and Robin” (1997), I […]
Secrets & Mysteries: Ninja the Real Story (1989)
This is a VHS conversion from a tape that I’ve owned for over three decades. I enjoy rewatching it from time to time for nostalgia’s sake. It features Stephen K.Hayes, of the Bujinkan at that time, and members of Genbukan. I have been fascinated by the concept of the Ninja, aka Shinobi and Ninpo, the […]
American Ninja
So in the 1980’s, Ninja were like a force of nature. They caused more mayhem and damage than any natural disaster. From over complicated plans by evil masterminds, to simple plot devices, Ninja were always there to save the entertainment industry’s day. This evening I pulled up American Ninja on the Plex […]