Serah's Adventures: #1 Lucid Dreaming

Why hello again boys and girls! The reason for my prolonged absence is likely because I had nothing entertaining to talk about, rather than cram stupid details about my daily life like pictures of food and stuff and various identity crisis etc etc. I have decided to wait for something interesting to happen to me. And lo and behold it has!

So Lucid Dreaming; not sure if any of you have heard of it before, but basically its when you know you're dreaming in a dream. I've actually heard about this in various forms in the past but never really took it seriously until I discovered /r/LucidDreaming . Fascinating. Simply fascinating.

So how can you make yourself conscious in your subconscious? I had a discussion with my father about this topic and we basically agree that Lucid Dreaming is likely mentally moving your conscious into your subconscious while you are conscious and making this into a habit until it happens naturally when you dream. I will have to read more about this from reliable sources but this explanation sounds relatively plausible.

I take it everybody who likely will ever read this blog post has played Minecraft before? Well Lucid dreaming is basically Minecraft in creative mode, high definition and in virtual reality.

I won't bore you peeps with the minutae of how I managed to lucid dream. Long story short.
Keep a Dream Journal.
Develop a habit of Reality Checking ( My current fav is holding my nose and trying to breathe through it <-- doesn't appear too out of place when I do it in real life)
MILD

My First Lucid Dream
One day, after I had been woken up by various members of the household and attempted to go back to sleep whilst doing a FILD. I fell asleep reminding myself to Reality Check in a few minutes. Well I woke up and discovered I had stopped moving my fingers, instead it felt like there was something in my fingers... Chopsticks.
Chopsticks in my fingers in bed...
I moved them and they clicked like chopsticks are meant to.
I immediately did a reality check and thus my first Lucid Dream began!
(I tried out a few techniques that I had read about, spinning teleports don't work for me- i just started levitating instead =="- And I may be slightly terrified of doorways thanks to my magnanimous friend Rhycen)

Once again I won't go into the details of what I did, but it was AMAZING. Right now I can think back and it feels like a dream, but right after I had woken up, I honestly had to reality check again to see if I was still dreaming; it was that vivid.

There are so many things you can do in a lucid dream; build a personal dream base; fly; talk to your subconscious; make a dream teacher( remember your subconscious retains copious amounts of information that you have almost no access to in your conscious state- I can't wait to try studying with this technique! No more late nights for me!) The sky is the limit! And in this case your imagination is the limit!

Why dream normal when you can Lucid dream?

Uta no Prince sama Car

I NEED THIS CAR!!
Source: Twitter

Ono Daisuke's new mini album PV preview

The Lantis Youtube channel posted a short preview for OnoD's upcoming mini-album, Upstairs and Downstairs. The two songs being 「Kiss Kiss Kiss」 and 「モノクロの虹」 (Monokuro no Niji). 

Kiss Kiss Kiss shows off OnoD as a Casanova, much like his previous single Delight. While Monokuro no Niji goes for the serious wet look. Either way, be dazzled by this 35 year old man!

Miyano Mamoru new song 「Identity」 PV released

To promote Mamo's upcoming album 「Passage」, the PV for one of the songs, Identity, has been revealed!
I love the dance and the costumes!

Seiyuu appreciation post: Shimono Hiro and Suwabe Junichi

Just randomly selected a picture from my "Seiyuu" folder, so not to leave today's blog post blank; and I have to go to meeting tonight so no time to scroll through anime/music updates.

Uta no Prince-Summer! Update

Ooooo I never realised until Suwabe tweeted about it. Prince "SUMMER" is a pun on the "sama" of Uta no Prince sama, since they sound almost the same in Japanese.
Also, the Prince Summer site updated, announcing the 5th project, being Prince Summer goods. There will be clear files, note books, badges, poster and bracelets.

Brothers Conflict - Episode 9 [v.P]

HEY BRO! It's that time of the week again!! And we're gonna see Juli in his human form (or so the rumours say)...Will we??

Conflict 9: Illusion/Fantasy.
What did Ema see on the sheet of paper from last week's episode?

New Monster Hunter 4 videos

Recently, Capcom have been releasing more and more Monster Hunter 4 videos, and it's got me super hyped for its release!

Though we're still waiting on a western release date, I think it's safe to believe that it'll defenitely be released globally. I can't wait!

Rhycen

[Download] Free! - Iwatobi Channel Vol. 1 (イワトビちゃんねるVol.1)

Hey guys! I found a download link for Free!'s first radio CD, Iwatobi Channel Vol 1., HERE.
Just click on the "下載" button, the middle one.

Masato and Ren figurine model previews

While everyone is on a UtaPri high, here are more things to fangirl/boy over.
Here are the sample models for the soon-to-be-released Masato and Ren figurines!

Here's the Otoya and Ichinose figurines which are officially on sale tomorrow.

Source: here

Confirmed: New UtaPri project in the making!!

Yes, and it's official!! There's a new UtaPri project in store! A summer campaign from the boys! 

Official site is here. The campaign is held between 27 August 2013 to 9 September 2013.

The blurb on the bottom of the main picture translates to: "Here are the belated summer greetings from the 7 idols of Shining Office. Thanks to you, the idols had an eventful/wonderful 2013 Summer.  Thank you for you continuous support. Please continue to look forward to their future activities."
While the main slogan in the middle translates to: "Although we've become adults, we won't forget".

So far there's 4 events/projects listed on the site:
1) and 2) are about the huge posters on the Shibuya109 building. And it's kind of (funny) nice of the company to have this warning that while it's okay to take photos, customers should be careful of their surroundings, especially the traffic.
3) and 4) are about the release of UtaPri Music2 and to celebrate the release, you can get these character "clapping fliers(?)" (ぱたぱたチラシ) [I have no idea what they are...]

I'm sure there's more in store, so keep an eye out for them!

New UtaPri Project(?)!!

This morning the following photos have been circulating around twitter which shows new UtaPri posters on the Shibuya 109 building promoting a new project! No other details of the project has been announced yet, but from the pictures it looks like it involves the Summer theme, and the slogan on the main poster says: "Although we've become adults, we won't forget".

[Piano Sheet Music] Devil Survivor 2 The Animation OST 2 Track 10 アルコルとヤマト

One track down. 20 more to go?

This is one of the sadder pieces of OST2. 

Please support my work here and give me some stars! Thanks.

Seiyuu appreciation post: Fukuyama Jun

Recorder to Randoseru Mi☆ Episode 7 [v.P]

Suwabe appeared in this week's Recorder to Randoseru Mi as Yoshioka senpai!
Why does Suwabe always get thrown with all these cheesy lines (lol!).

[Cosplay] Devil Survivor 2

(Hibiki) 久世響希 @ Sara - Tousa Bao
(Yamato) 峰津院大和 @ DD-Tenka(風牙護)

Seiyuu appreciation post: We were once young too!

Back when your favourite seiyuu were sophomores...

How many faces can you recognise without the names?

Miyata Kouki, Shimono, Kishio and Sakurai look fairly similar to their current state. But Kishow... what happened? lol.

Seiyuu appreciation post: Toriumi Kousuke + Suwabe Junichi

I was stalking my Suwabe darling and came across this, Tori-chan and Suwabe's version of いろは唄 (Iroha uta)!! SO DARN SEXY! *Screams!*
Here's the CD cover btw.

Lol! Tori! What happened to you?
And Suwabe's so smexy in VK style. XD

[Download] Devil Survivor 2: The Animation OST 2

DS2A's OST #2 was bundled with the 3rd blu-ray release, which was released a few days ago.
I'm crying and remembering so many scenes of the anime as I listen to this CD.
I'm definitely feeling motivated to transcribe a few of these songs for piano!!
DL here.

[Cosplay] Devil Survivor 2

I'm still very much in love with this series.
(Hibiki) 久世響希 @ Sara - Tousa Bao
(Yamato) 峰津院大和 @ DD-Tenka(風牙護)

BroConfXUtaPri - Tsubaki+Masato

I was rewatching BroConf this morning. Came across this scene, then remembered Masa's scene. Lol. Btw same seiyuu - SuzuKen.

Anime hot guys problems Part II

Why do hot male anime characters tend to place their hand on their necks? (See Part I) Is it because they have neck pain and need to support their necks or is it because... they want to protect their napes! All the bishies are actually titans!!!

Pumpkin's Palette: メイドです！ (I'm a maid!)

I saw Suwabe's maid cosplay from his twitter and I couldn't help but make a parody of it.

Characters that Suwabe has voiced recently.
Left to right: Yamato (Devil Survivor 2), Kaname (Brothers Conflict), Ren (UtaPri)

Brothers Conflict - Episode 8 [v.P]

Hey Bro! Apologies for the lateness of this post. My annoying internet/modem was playing up again. I wasn't able to connect to my life the internet for 90% of today, and I am indeed rather annoyed about that.
But here is my weekly fangirl dump.
Conflict 8: Nightmare.

HOW CAN YOU RESIST TRIPLETS!!!

The main focus of this episode is the relationship between Azusa and Tsubaki, and Tsubaki confronting his deepest feelings. This episode takes from volume 5 and volume 6 of the original novel series (*spoiler warning, reading the novels may spoil your anime experience).

WildStar has wild approach to subscription model

Highly anticipated MMORPG Wildstar, by NC Soft, will introduce a unique approach to the subscription based MMO model.

The game will follow the standard "buy the box and then pay subscription" trend common among MMORPGs, but will also introduce to its players a unique way to buy game time. The in game item C.R.E.D.D adds a month of game time to your account when activated. C.R.E.D.D can be purchased by in game currency from other players, or with real life money, but for a higher price than then standard one month subscription fee. This strategy is in place to help fight against the illegal gold farming trend, common in almost every MMO. Players who wish to buy in game currency with real money can instead buy C.R.E.D.D, and then sell it in game for in game currency.

And yes. This also means that there is the potential for players to never have to pay subscription fee after the initial purchase. Whoopee! Technically F2P!

Check out this IGN article. Read all about it!

Frankly, I think this is a genius move by NC Soft, and I'll most likely pick it up when it releases.

Mind blown

Rhycen

[Translation] Kuroko no Basket Taiwan Event Report

Last Saturday (17-Aug-2013) there was a special KuroBasu event at Taiwan's Comic Exhibition. Seiyuus Ono Kenshou (Kuroko) and Suwabe Junichi (Aomine) were invited as guests, where they held a Q&A session, a signing session, an "アフレコ" (dubbing) session and played games with fans.

Left: Suwabe (Aomine), Right: OnoK (Kuroko)

GNN Gamer reports the details of the event (in Chinese). I will provide an English translation of the report below.

Along with Suwabe and OnoK, another member of the Generation of Miracles, Suzumura Kenichi (Murasakibara), appeared as a surprised guest, who came on stage presenting two bouquets of flowers for Suwabe and OnoK. Since SuzuKen was to hold a separate mini-concert later that evening (in Taiwan), so he decided to give his fans an early greeting at the KuroBasu event (Unfortunately he didn't stay long).

(Hear the fangirls screaming. Suwabe's mandarin is funny "你是誰?"/Who are you?)

Q: This is the second time that OnoK and Suwabe are in Taiwan, and this is SuzuKen's first time. What are your thoughts about coming to Taiwan this time?
OnoK: Overall, the people are very friendly, the food is delicious and I'm very grateful for everybody's support so that I can come to Taiwan again. This time I get to perform with Suwabe and Suzumura. Also, everyone check out my hair, Kise came to Taiwan too! [laughs]

Suwabe: Very comfortable. All the men are good looking and the ladies are very cute~~!

SuzuKen: Hi everyone! Although this is my first time in Taiwan, but it certainly doesn't feel that way. I feel like I'm back home. When I turned the television on at the hotel, I was very surprised to discover that there's so many (Japanese) anime airing (in Taiwan)!

[Download] Karneval Character Single #5 - Gareki

DL here.

To be honest, I don't really like it. Just something in Kamiya Hiroshi's voice that bugs me. But I'm sure it'll grow on me as I keep listening on repeat.

Starcraft makes you smarter!

Look how happy he is!

It's already well known that video games have the ability to improve co-ordination and problem solving skills, but a new study from London has shown that real time strategy games, Starcraft in particular, can increase mental agility and cognitive flexibility.

Check out the CNET article HERE!

If Starcraft makes you think faster, why do I think so slowly? I gotta get back into the game!

Gotta go train!
Rhycen

[Download] Marginal#4 - LOVE★SAVIOR

Bishies.

Bishies everywhere!!

I previously fangirled about Marginal #4's teaser of their latest single LOVE★SAVIOR. And today someone was kind enough to upload the single, dl here.

Marginal #4 is a 4 person musical unit comprised of seiyuus: Masuda Toshiki (増田俊樹), Takahashi Naozumi (高橋直純), KENN and Suzuki Yuto (鈴木裕斗).

Once again these delicious bishies throws kisses in the chorus of their songs. *bam*bam* -dies-
This set of songs are just as catchy as their previous single. I wish I could see these boy live. ^drools^

Seiyuu appreciation post: Sakurai Takahiro

Sakurai's got quite a few roles this season, including: ServantXService, Danganronpa, Inu to Hasami, Recorder to Randoseru mi, Senyuu 2 and Uchouten Kazoku.

Zedd - Zelda remix

Do you need some music to pump up your gaming experience? Well I've got just the song for you! Check out Zedd's remix of the classic Legend of Zelda theme song.

I was instantly impressed by this awesome remix. Get your headphones out and pump up the bass!

Rocking out!
Rhycen

Anime hot guys problems

If you're a hot and popular anime male character then it's highly likely that you may encounter the following problems:
1) Neck pain

2) Back pain