Accellerant

Oh, I'm giving my mum something VERY special this year. Nothing says "I Love You Mum!" more than a good 'ol steel door! .... and a box of chocolates

STOP RIGHT THERE CRIMINAL SCUM! So, come back to the scene of the crime have we, Lt. Sparkle? Fool! Your ice cream is proof enough that you killed this innocent individual lying before us! What do you have to say in your defense?

Oh? You don't say... What a shame, they were a good.... uh. . . PERSON! Yes, they were a good person, but they will never be forgotten, oh yes. But who is this person my good chum? I've never seen them before in my entire life... EVER ಠ_ಠ

A murderer you say? ಠ_ರೃ Do tell us old bean, what supports such horrid accusations towards your fellow comrades here in this lovely room?

I usually stray away from Pay to Play Alphas/Betas because I usually gain little to nothing in the long run, the only exception being Minecraft. I mean heck, it had a demo, a nice discount AND a lot of my friends were playing it. THIS game, doesn't have any benefits or demo, the only perk being that you can play the alpha early... This seems like an under handing tactic to have players (in a sense) pay to test their game when in reality they should be paying dedicated testers to test out their game. But honestly, I don't mind buggy games, I've accepted that all games will have some sort of collection of bugs. But what really turns me off to the idea of Pay to Play Alpha games is just for the fact that so much of the core concept can dramatically change as the game continues to be updated, sometimes to the point that the original vision can be lost along the journey. Of course game breaking/annoying bugs themselves can ruin a game, but those can be fixed in due time. Yet if I lose what originally interested me in the prospect of the game (especially after putting money down) I'll feel as though I was cheated or wasted my money as I would buying a digital hat in TF2. Either way, I don't plan to purchase games that encourages the P2P Alpha model with a 10 ft. pole because i'd rather play a complete project instead of risking the possibility of playing the game 'twice.' I just find that it's just not worth paying for an Alpha of a game and would rather wait for a finished project before purchase.

"Man cannot remake himself without suffering, for he is both the marble and the sculptor." - Alexis Carrel

Welcome Windwaker, welcome to the dot com variant of Canterlot. I see you have fine tastes in favorite ponies, Yesssss.... But of course who could blame us? Trixie IS the Greatest Pony in all of Equestria after all! Enjoy your new home friend and again, welcome to Canterlot

Yes, because the thought of Flootershy as a Strawberry gave me a giggle! Scanning all day as a job you say? That really doesn't sound that bad to be honest, and you're correct I haven't heard of Publix. Who's the pony in your avatar and what does he do?

I wouldn't click this if I were you... So then, you work at a grocery store eh? Mind if I ask which grocery store and what position you hold? I myself am looking for a job in a local supermarket, anything's better than the current job I have (more retail.)

Nice response mate, now the next question. If your favorite character(s) of FiM were fruits, what kind would they be? Note: If it's AJ, replace the word 'fruit' with vegetable.

Oh why hello thar. Since it's still swimming around in me brain.... What made you decide to start up yer business, and what will its name be? Note: You may not want to tell us the name in case you have yet to register the domain name.

Although I don't have any good suggestions for creating websites, I do have some questions for your shop. What makes your shop unique and advantageous compared to other online retailers? Even if it's to bring everything that has had a fanbase under a single umbrella, is there really still a market for X fanbase? Example: I LOVE Spaceballs, but is there really anyone out there who wants Spaceballs memorabilia? Also, when it comes to selling other peoples creations, how would it beat e-bay and how would you handle situations when lawyers challenge you with proprietary rights? Starting a business is admirable, my grandfather started his own shoppe many years ago and he loved every minute of it. But because he didn't think it through, it fell over on itself sadly. This resulted in years of debt, accompanied with a dose of stress. I'm sure you have things thought through, but I ask these questions because I just don't want the same to happen to you.

Hello there curious individual, welcome to my first blog entry here at Canterlot. Normally, my first blog post would usually be funny or entertaining in some way. But I've decided to try something a bit different this time, something I hope is a bit more thought provoking. My words themselves will be short, the meat is in the video itself The following video I'm linking really talked to me because I think in such an automatic way, greatly assuming things before thought. Sure, I'm back at college now, but what's the point of getting a higher education if I just go through with it (and life) all on autopilot? Obviously this won't be an overnight change for me, but it's a step in the right direction. Perhaps it's silly, allowing myself to be influenced over this video. But, it has sparked some thoughts I never really questioned. If you have 10 minutes to spare, give this video a listen? http://youtu.be/xmpYnxlEh0c

"Only put off until tomorrow what you are willing to die having left undone." - Pablo Picasso

Really? I thought you were only limited to posting in the introduction area, didn't know it also locked your ability to edit your signature as well. Sorry about that Pickles, Expo.

Hello there Pickles, I'll gladly help ya out. There's no such thing as a dumb question, it's always good to ask than to remain silent. No need to apologize friend Ah yes, I wanted to point out that I in no ways represent, nor am part of, the Canterlot Staff. Signatures can be edited in My Settings. The Signature field will be the fourth tab to the left side, right under Email & Password and above 'Ignore' Preferences. Edit: Forgot to mention that a picture can be added by clicking the Image icon and linking your sig image. Just be sure to read the limitations of what your signature can have, such as the image's dimension limits being 600x100 pixels. The following is an example image of exactly how large your signature image can be. If you're not sure where to find your My Settings page, just go to the search bar and click your name. Or, you can click any of the My Settings links I've provided. If you have any further questions, please, don't be bashful and ask away!

"Any time I'm feeling alone... I think about how there's someone out there feeling the same way as me. At this very moment, there are innumerable people just like me all over the world. Yet the tiniest act of sharing a secret could easily make two of us friends. So simple. So effortless." - Seto, Fragile Dreams: Farewell Ruins of the Moon.

I love it, even though I'm cursing half the time. In all the FPS' I've played I'm always entranced by the reload animations. The way that one reloads can truly give off the feeling of a gun having weight and believability overall. So when I heard about this game, I thought it'd be a charming little title to add to my library. I mean heck, it was only $4 on steam so why not right? The whole process of reloading is both enjoyable and incredibly annoying. But what I love most of all is that I can actually check my magazine to see how many rounds I have left. In the games I have that contain a 'realism' mode or where you can turn off the hud, I find it heart breaking that I can't simply check my magazine to see how many rounds I have left. It's a nifty little feature and should definitely be included in games that brag about realism. Aiming feels awkward as well, I find myself missing my targets more than hitting. Overall though, I'm enjoying this game because of how good it feels after it all sinks in. When you successfully reload while backpedaling yourself into a wall and squeezing your last shoot into a flying drone, it's SO satisfying! I have yet to collect more than two tapes though

Dear wielder of the avatar of Scootaloo, If your favorite FiM characters were a beverage, what kind would they be? Note: You have no limits, let yourself go! Joyous and out of Sight, ~Accellerant​

Fio looked onward as Moon talked to, what the Diamond Dog could tell was, her guardian. As the blue Pegasi took a quick look at Fio, she could still tell that he didn't trust her. She couldn't blame the colt, he's looking out for the little one after all. Fio may have won the heart of Moon, but it'll take more than sweet words to befriend the filly's big daddy. After their little talk, Moon turned around and asked a question Fio would never have the strength to go against. The auburn dog has always had a soft spot for younglings, allowing herself to bend to their desires more so than she'd admit. Besides, there's no harm in getting some pie now, is there? "[colour=#cc9966]Of course it's alright little one. In fact, It'd be a pleasure to have your company Moon,[/colour]" Fio says as she bows down graciously to the little filly. It was only then did the Diamond Dog realize that she had been drooling and quickly wipes her lips. Hopefully, none of the pony folk saw that... ((In a Nutshell, Cloud Flicker comes down to visit Ponyville for the first time, fellow ponies come to greet him and Angel's little sis Moon is dropped off to him. Cherry Berry was planning to give Angel pie 'cause he's never had any when Fio comes out of nowhere and we're about to finally get some of the pies. I believe we have six active characters in play.))

Fio's ears pricked up, she could hear a voice coming just beyond Moon. She looked up, expecting its projector to be right behind the little filly but instead found it coming from the flying Pegasus. Fio was pleasantly surprised, she wasn't expecting the Pegasi to approach her at all. The Dog thought the mare was going to wait until her friends confirmed that Fio wasn't a threat. What the Pegasus did next though truly baffled Fio, the mare reached out to her as to shake her paw. The Diamond Dog examined the hoof and something crossed her mind, ponies shook... Hooves with one another? But before Fio could continue that though, the Pegasus spoke to her once more. [colour=#282828]"I am [/colour]Minyara,[colour=#282828]" the Pegasi said to her with a warm smile. Fio rewarded Minyara with a smile of her own and grasps the Pegasi's hoof with both her paws, giving the mare a gentle shake. It felt odd shaking a ponies hoof, but Fio quickly grew past the awkwardness she felt.[/colour] [colour=#282828]"[/colour][colour=#CC9966]No worries Minyara and thank you.[/colour]"[colour=#282828] Upon finishing the hoof~n~paw shake, a familiar voice spoke up. She looked past Minyara, confirming her suspicions that it was indeed coming from the rose coloured mare whom spoke to her earlier. Her words were exactly what Fio was hoping for plus some. Even if this dressmaker didn't hire her, Fio had a strong feeling that her friends would have something for her to do. She imagined the dressmaker as a pony whom lives a luxuriously pampered life, including her friends. In the unlikely possibility that the tailors friends had nothing to offer, Fio could always take the chances of searching the area for gems. The Diamond Dog knew though that she was going to get some work in today, one way or another. All she had to do was take a dip in a river, put on her charming disposition and the seamstress would hire her in a heartbeat.[/colour] Then the rose pony mentioned the prospects of food. Fio was famished and blurted out the first words that crossed her mind. "[colour=#cc9966]Yes, please, I'd love to join you![/colour]" Unbeknownst to Fio, she was drooling while her tail wagged to and fro.

[colour=#d3d3d3]((Why does my text sometimes randomly change size when I publish a post? Yaaargh!))[/colour] [colour=#282828]"Not for what I know of!" the Pegasus shouted to Fio.[/colour] The Diamond Dog pondered the flying Pegasi's response and looked downward, losing herself in thought. Surely, someone in town needed something done. A letter delivered, weeds to be uprooted, ditches to be dug, a fence which needs fixing, surely there was a citizen here whom wanted another to do their job. But, what if there wasn't? What if there really was nothing available? Or worse, what if they didn't tell her of these opportunities because they possibly viewed her as an outcast? This troubled Fio, she really needed some funds to not only reacquire her necessities, but also to just simply feed herself. She wasn't about to go begging the citizens around these parts. A pained expression was growing on her face, what was she going to do? Fio was absent to those around here, until a young voice pierced her concentration. "[colour=#282828]...I'm Moon,[/colour]" said the voice. It was so innocent, young and curious compared to the others that it almost startled Fio. She looked towards the source of the voice and saw that it was just a few meters from where the Diamond Dog stood. Fio was surprised, not only for the fact that this little one had approached her, but that she somehow missed this one when she was approaching earlier. Fio came to a quick conclusion that the pony before here was a filly, she'd never seen one before so this was a new experience for the Diamond Dog. This was also the first time that a pony wasn't scared of her, this warmed Fio's heart. "[colour=#282828]Are you really a Diamond dog? You don't look that scary..."[/colour] [colour=#282828]Fio softly smiles to Moon and squatts down, her arms rest on her knees while her paws cup themselves around the Diamond Dog's cheeks. [/colour] [colour=#282828]"[/colour][colour=#CC9966]I am little one and I wouldn't hope I'd look scary. I'm just...[/colour][colour=#282828]" Fio paused for a second to try and think of the right words to tell Moon.[/colour] [colour=#282828]"[/colour][colour=#CC9966]Sometimes new things can scare others, especially if that thing resembles something that [/colour][colour=#cc9966]is[/colour][colour=#CC9966] feared. Even if this new thing has met ponies, such as your friends, that doesn't mean that it was a pleasant experience. Your friends have good reason to be apprehensive of my presence because by the sounds of it, my kind are rarely seen around here. But I assure you that I'm as harmless as the grass below us.[/colour][colour=#282828]" [/colour] [colour=#282828]Fio begins to reach out to Moon so as to pat her head.[/colour] [colour=#282828]"[/colour][colour=#CC9966]You've got spunk Moon, I like you.[/colour][colour=#282828]"[/colour]

"[colour=#cc9966]We've got to move, fast. Every second your friend is away is a second closer for whatever's in this forest to find her.[/colour]" Fio jumps onto her fours and points her nose upward. She smelt the air as deeply as her lungs could hold and searched for the right smell. It didn't take long for Fio to find the black mares scent. It was weak due to the elements, but it was present. She smiled wolfishly to her blue companion. "[colour=#cc9966]Try to keep up,[/colour]" Fio said and then darted off into the darkness of the void. The Diamond Dog's guess was spot on, the storm further out in the forest was much worse than whence she resided. The howl of the breeze deafened Fio as she sprinted against the downpour. Keeping a steady footing in the forest was a challenge, Fio found herself on the verge of slipping often and felt her paws recieving random pangs of pain. But she had to get to the mare before something else did. In a sense, it was like a game to the Diamond Dog. This only fueled her reckless abandonment for herself so she could get to her destination all the faster. The rhythmic beating of her paws in conjunction to the gem wildly bouncing against Fio's chest only made her more anxious. Even though Fio was pushing herself as hard as she could, she found the Pegasi keeping up with her at perfect pace. Even though he was showing signs of fatigue, he clearly had the endurance and the will to keep up with her. Fio admired that, there was more to these ponies than she thought. They were close, the scent of the black mare was strong, but something was off, she smelt another besides the mare. Was it the beast? Or did she happen to find the lost one? Whatever it was, it was beyond the thick collection of bushes before her. Fio finally shot out of the brush, past the black pony and another equine which resided on the mare's back. The Diamond Dog was shocked that this little mare braved the forest on her own and even managed to find the other individual. But more so, Fio was both relieved and disappointed. Yes, the mare was safe, but Fio really wanted to show that she was trustworthy by helping. The Diamond Dog slammed on the brakes, only to find herself being propelled across the ground. Hunger was taking its toll on Fio, she wasn't thinking clearly and wouldn't have made such a mistake under normal circumstances. She had no hopes of stopping herself, only her friend the weeping willow would halt her advance. "[colour=#cc9966]Oh Gods![/colour]" was the last words of the Diamond Dog as she collided with a tree. An audible yelp could be heard as Fio was knocked unconscious.