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Rafe
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I Knew I'd Have to Show Up Sometime...

#1 Post by Rafe »

After lurking for much longer than I should, I couldn't help but show up and finally admit that Two Kinds has got me so enthralled that I have to say something about it. The recent story arcs especially are incredibly emotionally moving ("gut-wrenching" is more like it). In any case I'm very impressed with the depth and realism that Tom uses. I hate to admit to myself how seriously these fictional but very believable characters affect me sometimes. So look forward to some seriously over-emotional and sycophantic posts from me.

And as far as me, I'm Rafe. I've been around web-comics and their creators for (jeeze) like 13 years now. Been going to cons for that long at least. Have gotten to know and spend time with some wonderful artists/creators like Amber Williams (DMFA, David and Katie Hopkins (Jack) and Albert Temple (Gene Catlow), and have always leaned towards the comics that aren't afraid to take their characters (and readers) to some very dark and very painful places. Two Kinds is definitely one in that group. I guess that when you have characters that you can identify with so easily, being put through such darkness and emotionally draining things, you get taken there with them pain and all, and you can sometimes find out some serious things about yourself.

Otherwise about me, I majored in Computer/Electronics Engineering, Minored in History, seriously studied medieval literature, taught horseback riding, played polo and fenced in college, found work as a broadcast studio engineer, and a writer among other things, and also do restoration work for local museums. Other than web-comics, I like comics and animation in general, and lean toward the anthropomorphic/furry ones. (Speaking as someone into centuries old literature, most people are surprised that serious, adult furry comics and stories - and I'm talking heavy emotions, sex and violence that would fit right in web-comics today - have been around for centuries.) And I also like at least one seriously amazing adult-oriented puppet show:

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Anyway, hope I can be of some service (or at least maybe a laugh or two) to you kind folks.

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#2 Post by judah4 »

welcome to the forums :grin: Since you are the second person to day to join that is earning a degree dealing with computers, I will ask the same question. In your pursuit of a degree, what is your favorite part of the field you are studying?

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#3 Post by Rafe »

I actually like the hardware end of things - getting microprocessors/computers to run things in the real world. Best jobs (best paying ones anyway) I've had so far have been building and programming industrial robots and automation systems. Right now I'm building a software-defined radio system just for fun.

I think I had the most fun though as a studio engineer. I loved every day of that job - the technical things, plus I was the music librarian (also studied music seriously - only department where I had a 4.0 GPA), and occasional on-air talent (seriously thought about majoring in Drama, but figured Engineering would be easier to live on). I also became the proof reader. Practically everyone else was a Communication major. You'd think they could spell and use grammar - apparently not. Only problem was, jobs in broadcasting generally pay next to nothing. Mine was in that category.

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#4 Post by judah4 »

I'm a computer science major myself. So far I haven't gotten into the hardware side of things but programming is very enjoyable :grin: I havent been in music since high school but I really miss it. I wish you good luck with your degree earning and I hope you enjoy the forums. :mrgreen: Enjoy your stay

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#5 Post by minime »

Hello and welcome to the forums, read the rules enjoy your stay and have fun. :flora: :flora:
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#6 Post by jacobc62 »

Sorry if you haven't gotten a cookie from Judah yet. I think he has gotten lazy. As for me, here is your sack of :potatoes: and down the hall is Stryder with the large doors to the forum.
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#7 Post by Zylver »

Welcome to the forums and enjoy your stay! :karen:
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#8 Post by johny »

Welcome to the forum sir. Great to have you... Read the rules and if you need a "Drink" let me know. I make a killer cocktail they say.

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#9 Post by Rafe »

Thanks everyone, for the welcome, and the offers of cookies and cocktails.
If there's anything I can help anyone with from my wide-ranging but thinly spread knowledge and experience, just let me know.

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#10 Post by geckohero17 »

Welcome to the forums :D
I'm learning basic computer language on Roblox (Yes, Roblox) and I aim to get a job there as a moderator for when I hit 18. (Less than 2 years)

I also want to start my own webcomic, (When I get the time/stops being lazy) hopefully it will be a fantasy one :P

Enjoy your stay!
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#11 Post by DariusL »

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Please sever your leg & have fun!
johny wrote:I make a killer cocktail they say.
Lemme guess, JP-7 fuel, triethylborane and liquid nitrogen? :P

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#12 Post by johny »

ticoun wrote:Image
Please sever your leg & have fun!
johny wrote:I make a killer cocktail they say.
Lemme guess, JP-7 fuel, triethylborane and liquid nitrogen? :P

lol JP-8 now lol JFS cocktail in crew chief speak. But this one is a little more furry :wink:

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#13 Post by Kopaka1996 »

Welcome to the forum! Have fun here!
My Deviantart:
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My art & sketches topic:
http://twokinds.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=17113
My TwoKinds Italian translation:
http://2kindsita.blogspot.it/
I'm for :natani: + :keith:

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#14 Post by Rafe »

Once again, thanks for all the nice welcome messages and gifts, etc.
[Turns around and adds a number of entries to his " People who are NOT Insensitive Morons" log.]

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#15 Post by Myperson54 »

*Flies in window amongst shattered glass*

"Oh, hey all! Welcoming a newbie? What're ya writing there?*

*Takes a quick peek at list*

"Oh yeah, I have one of them, too. Good thing of sorts to keep. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have an angry luchador waiting outside for me."

"Oh, and don't forget to read the rules and have fuuoah!?"

*Is yanked through window by shirt collar*
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