A Look at Ultima Online RP2009-09-07 00:00:00Prior to September of 1997, roleplayers spent their time in games like Dungeons and Dragons and Multi-User Dungeons (MUDs). AOL really had it going on with Neverwinter Nights, and along with two other games, The Realm Online and Meridian 59, had deftly created a new realm for roleplayers to interact in and with. However, it was in September of 1997 when the new computer gaming genre now known as MMORPGs hit the world stage with a game called Ultima Online.
As the year 2009 kicks off, MMORPGs are now perhaps the most popular computer gaming genre available. Possibly hundreds of MMORPGs are on the market, and probably a like number have come and gone since 1997. There is one that remains from that early era, one that still holds a wealth of roleplaying fun and potential among the plethora of vastly more popular MMORPGs, and one that will soon be getting a new expansion - Ultima Online.
So, what could possibly entice today's roleplayers to care anything about a game that's over ten years old? I'm glad you asked. Yes, WoW and Lotro and others do make for some excellent roleplaying fields upon which to play, ...
How to Select a Family Camping Tent2009-09-04 00:00:00Our family has been camping for over a year now and we love it. When we decided to make the commitment to buy a camping tent, we spent time visiting local outdoor stores to get advice. I was surprised on how many types of tents were available and it was difficult trying to determine the right tent for our family. Plus, I realized that camping tents aren't cheap. With average tent prices starting at $200, I didn't want to rush and buy the first tent I saw. However, after doing some research we bought our first tent and our family has been happy ever since. In fact, we actually made two tent purchases, one for me and my wife and one for my two sons. To save you some time, I have written down some of quick tips to help you make your decision.
There are a number of factors to look at when you start your research. First, find out the actual weight and size of the tent when it is packed up. This factor comes into play if you plan on hiking to your campsite. The last thing you want to do is buy a heavy tent and have to haul it for a long distance. Remember, you will have more than your tent to carry so weight is important. If you are planning on hiking for most of your ...
