For Kazuo: Agree...whether this is your first PAX, or you are a returning attendee, remember it's all about fun!
:P
The large convention space also lends itself to relaxing and lounging around outside if you get tired of the amazing concerts, first-look hands-on gaming and awesome keynote speakers such as Pork Fry and Wil Wheaton!
;-)
Oh, and something good about Gabe and Tycho (they are, after all, the reason for the season, right???). You never know just what surprises they have in store...and it's *ALWAYS* something cool! Also the train thing was a good idea. Thanks to whomever thought that one up! Mad props to Ctish!
Another thing to remember for all the train people...try not to stress too much over things like (how much battery life will my DS have). If there is one thing I have learned in my years going to/working at pax, it is that there is always an opportunity to charge your DS!
the only thing we are missing here is an official mascot...hmm any volunteers?
Okay, another change. My mom is coming on the train after all.
What's with the Coast Starlight getting there so late? I was originally under the impression it was the same train as Cascades, but I guess then they wouldn't have different names.
I've been trying to work out if I can get off at San Francisco on my ticket, and as far as I can tell, with no checked baggage happening it seems fine, but for one thing: you have to get a bus from Emeryville to SF now. Am I going to be able to get on that bus with my ticket?
And if I'm not, how easy is it going to be for me to get from Emeryville to San Francisco?
I don't really want to go all the way down to LA and straight back up again
I've been trying to work out if I can get off at San Francisco on my ticket, and as far as I can tell, with no checked baggage happening it seems fine, but for one thing: you have to get a bus from Emeryville to SF now. Am I going to be able to get on that bus with my ticket?
And if I'm not, how easy is it going to be for me to get from Emeryville to San Francisco?
I don't really want to go all the way down to LA and straight back up again
I think you have to arrange it with Amtrak, to get off the train in Emeryville and then hop the bus to SF.
Worst comes to worst, get off in Emeryville, catch a taxi to West Oakland BART (shouldn't be more than $10 from Emeryville, it's literally right down the road) and take BART to the city, or either airport, whatever it is you're trying to do.
Hey guys! I just wanted to check up on this thread. Have been busy traveling most of this summer since buying tickets for my gentleman-friend and myself... but I'm so excited about this train ride! Also, Nemaihne and Suiryu, I guess we'll be seeing you at the train station!
Also, anyone else staying at the Roosevelt or the Sheraton?
Hey everyone, I'm leaving from Portland, and because of the whole "Amtrak shut down the line for a weekend and is now running on limited scehdule" thing, is everyone out of Portland on the 23rd riding at 12:30? I booked that one in the hopes that it was the closest to the old time. Can anyone give me confirmation on that.
Hey all. Alright I will be arriving at LA station tommorrow at around 8:15-8:30 off the metrolink. I will pick up my ticket and sit in that big comfortable lounge area with a black DS, blackor brown cabbie hat and my tycho shirt. I plan to bring Super mario bros, tetris, picross, mariokart, pokemon pearl, metroid prime hunters, and possibly tony hawk, FF3.
I realize that the dennys is close to the station but ive decided im going to make sure I wont be late for the train, (even if IT is) and eat breakfast before I leave my house that morning. I am bringing PB&J sandwhiches and capri suns for myself and will barter with anyone willing for other foods or drinks. And possibly some churros from oviera street if its open. Unfortunately I was unable to get Munchkin from my friend so the only way I can play is if someone nice brings it with them.
Also A friend of mine and I were talking about going out saturday morning to the warf and watching the fishing ships come in, or going to the waterfront to do really touristy stuff. If anyone is interested let me know when we see each other tommorrow.
Thats All I can think of. See you all on the rails.
P.S. I would like to think up some type of song or chant to shout at each station. However thats if and only if im not alone.
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I've got a group of 7 (myself +6 friends) getting on at Emeryville @ 10:12pm. If the outlet situation isn't impossible, we're looking into trying to bring a console and an lcd display or mobile projector for some PAX-train gaming (hopefully even guitar hero...?). See you guys there!
I've got a group of 7 (myself +6 friends) getting on at Emeryville @ 10:12pm. If the outlet situation isn't impossible, we're looking into trying to bring a console and an lcd display or mobile projector for some PAX-train gaming (hopefully even guitar hero...?). See you guys there!
Dayum! I am SO glad we're gettin on with you guys. See you at the Emeryville station
Also, anyone else staying at the Roosevelt or the Sheraton?
Me
hi
let's be friend and split cab fare
haha
I will also be boarding @ Emeryville -- I will scream out MATAHARI randomly while I wait.
Wait, the Sherton or Roosevelt, I'm at the Sheraton. ;D
Ah hah... uh... long story short, I'm staying at both... just at the Roosevelt for Thursday b/c I fail and didn't book all the right dates. If they're near each other maybe we can all split?
Also, anyone else staying at the Roosevelt or the Sheraton?
Me
hi
let's be friend and split cab fare
haha
I will also be boarding @ Emeryville -- I will scream out MATAHARI randomly while I wait.
Wait, the Sherton or Roosevelt, I'm at the Sheraton. ;D
Ah hah... uh... long story short, I'm staying at both... just at the Roosevelt for Thursday b/c I fail and didn't book all the right dates. If they're near each other maybe we can all split?
Im charging my DS right now, and bringing Mario Kart DS, Planet Puzzle League, and Puzzle Quest(Which I never got very far in, so my characters are like shit level and probably won't make for good multiplayer matches), as well as Metroid Fusion, Metroid Zero Mission, and Yoshi's Island DS for those times where I feel like being antisocial.
I will be easy to spot at the LA train station, as I will be wearing my old West Coast Supertrip 2004 shirt so that people will know I rock when they first see me.
I'll be at the LA station with my mom at about 9:00. I don't have any PA merch so I'll just be wearing a dark blue Billabong shirt, darkish khakis and a large black backpack. Oh, and I'll have a 51-year-old woman with me (my mom). We're very approachable (hint hint).
EDIT: Oh, also, is it customary for PAX-goers to go by their screenname, or just their normal name? Dumb question I guess, but I wanna know.
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edited August 2007
I've got all my hardware charged and packed . . . for DS I'm bringing mario 64 ds, new super mario bros., mario kart, metriod prime pinball, brain age, and animal crossing, and for psp i have lumines . . . cuz you never know . . . some one might want to play that. camera is all ready to go gonna be filming lots from the train trip to the final omegathon round . . .
i'll see you guys when the train stops in van nuys at 10:45 am (assuming it's on time)
Hi guys, I'm coming up on the train from San Jose.
So I'm like, um, intellectually special and have no transportation or lodgings worked out yet and I'm wondering if there's anyone with crash space I could beg/borrow/steal. Bear in mind that I was crazy enough to rock PAX2004 with no hotel and no sleep, so I'm willing to take just about anything anyone can offer.
Failing that, does anyone have advice as to where I should look for said transportation or lodgings?
Regarding games, I have Meteos, SM64DS, NSMB, Mario Kart, Brain Age, Nanostray, EBA and Metroid Prime Pinball.
Hi guys, I'm coming up on the train from San Jose.
So I'm like, um, intellectually special and have no transportation or lodgings worked out yet and I'm wondering if there's anyone with crash space I could beg/borrow/steal. Bear in mind that I was crazy enough to rock PAX2004 with no hotel and no sleep, so I'm willing to take just about anything anyone can offer.
Failing that, does anyone have advice as to where I should look for said transportation or lodgings?
Regarding games, I have Meteos, SM64DS, NSMB, Mario Kart, Brain Age, Nanostray, EBA and Metroid Prime Pinball.
I'm kinda in the same boat as you, except I plan on staying at the USO at the airport, which is sorta kinda exclusive to military. Now my only serious problem is transportation to and from. If you stay anywhere near the airport, and are able to come up with a decent solution, could you maybe send me a PM or something? 'Preciate it.
Also, Nemaihne and Suiryu, I guess we'll be seeing you at the train station!
Also, anyone else staying at the Roosevelt or the Sheraton?
Howdy! Good to meet you, Matahari! I'm also at the Sheraton and happy to split a cab with people. It fits in nicely with the "then something happens" part of the trip between the train and the hotel.
Train 14 is northbound Coast Starlight, 11 is Southbound and I have *no idea* what the Cascade numbers are. See ya all tomorrow night when the train pulls in to Emeryville.
Also, Nemaihne and Suiryu, I guess we'll be seeing you at the train station!
Also, anyone else staying at the Roosevelt or the Sheraton?
Howdy! Good to meet you, Matahari! I'm also at the Sheraton and happy to split a cab with people. It fits in nicely with the "then something happens" part of the trip between the train and the hotel.
Train 14 is northbound Coast Starlight, 11 is Southbound and I have *no idea* what the Cascade numbers are. See ya all tomorrow night when the train pulls in to Emeryville.
180 minute delays? Ye gods.
Note that this is not what's happening currently, I didn't see anything about a delay today, but that was last week.
I'm getting on in Klamath Falls Oregon and heading to the Sheraton once we hit Seattle. Anyone have any idea about how we are going to find each other on the train? I'm used to flying and being put into assigned seats. Are trains like that?
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edited August 2007
the one 1002 train from portland to seattle seems to have a good track record
I'm getting on in Klamath Falls Oregon and heading to the Sheraton once we hit Seattle. Anyone have any idea about how we are going to find each other on the train? I'm used to flying and being put into assigned seats. Are trains like that?
Are you catching the 1002 to seattle? If you are, I will likely catch up there. Everyone look for the guy in the white suit :P
I'm getting on in Klamath Falls Oregon and heading to the Sheraton once we hit Seattle. Anyone have any idea about how we are going to find each other on the train? I'm used to flying and being put into assigned seats. Are trains like that?
Are you catching the 1002 to seattle? If you are, I will likely catch up there. Everyone look for the guy in the white suit :P
I'm getting on the 14 that supposedly boards at 8:25 am tomorrow. I get to be up at 3:30 to make sure I get to the station in time. :evil: This is the only info I know about the train. ~sighs~ I hate being so clueless.
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The large convention space also lends itself to relaxing and lounging around outside if you get tired of the amazing concerts, first-look hands-on gaming and awesome keynote speakers such as Pork Fry and Wil Wheaton!
;-)
Oh, and something good about Gabe and Tycho (they are, after all, the reason for the season, right???). You never know just what surprises they have in store...and it's *ALWAYS* something cool! Also the train thing was a good idea. Thanks to whomever thought that one up! Mad props to Ctish!
Another thing to remember for all the train people...try not to stress too much over things like (how much battery life will my DS have). If there is one thing I have learned in my years going to/working at pax, it is that there is always an opportunity to charge your DS!
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anyone for halo? :winky:
because I'm too cheap to kick it new school.
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What's with the Coast Starlight getting there so late? I was originally under the impression it was the same train as Cascades, but I guess then they wouldn't have different names.
And if I'm not, how easy is it going to be for me to get from Emeryville to San Francisco?
I don't really want to go all the way down to LA and straight back up again
I think you have to arrange it with Amtrak, to get off the train in Emeryville and then hop the bus to SF.
Worst comes to worst, get off in Emeryville, catch a taxi to West Oakland BART (shouldn't be more than $10 from Emeryville, it's literally right down the road) and take BART to the city, or either airport, whatever it is you're trying to do.
CALL AMTRAK
Hope that helps!
You're drawn to my eccentric Brawl Code: 4596 9143 4529
Also, anyone else staying at the Roosevelt or the Sheraton?
Serith: Hunter of Dunemaul
8/23
Leaves: Eugene OR at 9:15 Train 1004
Arrives: Portland OR at 11:50
Leaves: Portland OR at 12:30, Train 1002
Arrives: Seattle, WA at 4:30
8/27
Leaves: Seattle WA at 9:45, Train 11
Arrives: Eugene, OR at 5:10
His email is borfase@gmail.com, and his aim is horseradishsucks.
He says he's staying at the red lion.
I realize that the dennys is close to the station but ive decided im going to make sure I wont be late for the train, (even if IT is) and eat breakfast before I leave my house that morning. I am bringing PB&J sandwhiches and capri suns for myself and will barter with anyone willing for other foods or drinks. And possibly some churros from oviera street if its open. Unfortunately I was unable to get Munchkin from my friend so the only way I can play is if someone nice brings it with them.
Also A friend of mine and I were talking about going out saturday morning to the warf and watching the fishing ships come in, or going to the waterfront to do really touristy stuff. If anyone is interested let me know when we see each other tommorrow.
Thats All I can think of. See you all on the rails.
P.S. I would like to think up some type of song or chant to shout at each station. However thats if and only if im not alone.
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]
Dayum! I am SO glad we're gettin on with you guys. See you at the Emeryville station
-- Gabi and Nick
Serith: Hunter of Dunemaul
Me
hi
let's be friend and split cab fare
haha
I will also be boarding @ Emeryville -- I will scream out MATAHARI randomly while I wait.
Wait, the Sherton or Roosevelt, I'm at the Sheraton. ;D
"Gabi" will probably be more effective (or "Nick" as I'm coming w/ the BF). XD What name should I be calling out in the night? LoL
Serith: Hunter of Dunemaul
BOTH I CAN DO AMOEBA THINGS, WHAT DO THEY CALL THAT UMMM...
YOU KNOW
Sheraton, sorry. haha.
THIS IS CONFUSING, BU K!
Ah hah... uh... long story short, I'm staying at both... just at the Roosevelt for Thursday b/c I fail and didn't book all the right dates. If they're near each other maybe we can all split?
Serith: Hunter of Dunemaul
Anyone heading to gameworks on Thurs?
I will be easy to spot at the LA train station, as I will be wearing my old West Coast Supertrip 2004 shirt so that people will know I rock when they first see me.
EDIT: Oh, also, is it customary for PAX-goers to go by their screenname, or just their normal name? Dumb question I guess, but I wanna know.
i'll see you guys when the train stops in van nuys at 10:45 am (assuming it's on time)
{Fondly remembers the PAXTrain}
So I'm like, um, intellectually special and have no transportation or lodgings worked out yet and I'm wondering if there's anyone with crash space I could beg/borrow/steal. Bear in mind that I was crazy enough to rock PAX2004 with no hotel and no sleep, so I'm willing to take just about anything anyone can offer.
Failing that, does anyone have advice as to where I should look for said transportation or lodgings?
Regarding games, I have Meteos, SM64DS, NSMB, Mario Kart, Brain Age, Nanostray, EBA and Metroid Prime Pinball.
See y'all homies tomorrow.
I exclaimed "Khoo is my Sensei!"
So if memes make great shirts,
And Pod Six is Jerks,
Then Moe, Khoo and I had our day.
I'm kinda in the same boat as you, except I plan on staying at the USO at the airport, which is sorta kinda exclusive to military. Now my only serious problem is transportation to and from. If you stay anywhere near the airport, and are able to come up with a decent solution, could you maybe send me a PM or something? 'Preciate it.
Howdy! Good to meet you, Matahari! I'm also at the Sheraton and happy to split a cab with people. It fits in nicely with the "then something happens" part of the trip between the train and the hotel.
For anyone who wants to know the ontime performance of Amtrak, go here:
http://www.amtrakdelays.com/
Train 14 is northbound Coast Starlight, 11 is Southbound and I have *no idea* what the Cascade numbers are. See ya all tomorrow night when the train pulls in to Emeryville.
180 minute delays? Ye gods.
Note that this is not what's happening currently, I didn't see anything about a delay today, but that was last week.
http://www.amtrakdelays.com/ (just put in 1002 and destination SEA )
Average late is 7 minutes. Last 5 days it was 24 minutes late. I'm out of time before pax
Are you catching the 1002 to seattle? If you are, I will likely catch up there. Everyone look for the guy in the white suit :P
I'm getting on the 14 that supposedly boards at 8:25 am tomorrow. I get to be up at 3:30 to make sure I get to the station in time. :evil: This is the only info I know about the train. ~sighs~ I hate being so clueless.