Anime
Which anime studio, known for its extensive portfolio, holds the distinction of releasing one of the highest numbers of movies in the anime industry?
Toei Animation
What was the title of the planned but ultimately canceled episodic adventure game by Valve, meant to continue the story of its critically acclaimed first-person shooter series?
Half-Life 2: Episode Three
Who did the very first adventuring party consist of?
Grace
Ash
Borris
Which short-lived Taco Bell menu item, introduced in the early 2000s, wrapped a beef and bean burrito in a cheesy quesadilla, but was discontinued, despite a cult following? (Note: this item occasionally makes a "limited-time only" return)
Quesarito
How many instruments can I confidently play?
2, Piano and Flute
Many folks know about the Anime Big Three, those being Naruto, Bleach, and One Piece. As of April 2023, who are the main candidates for the Modern Era Big Three?
As of April 2023, "My Hero Academia," "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba," and "Jujutsu Kaisen" are potential candidates for the "New Big Three"
In the "Postal" series, what unconventional item is used as a silencer for firearms, showcasing the game's dark and unique sense of humor?
Cats! Pop that baby on the end of your gun, bullets fly out the mouth!
What is Phodis' first class? (Bonus points available via subclass)
Paladin, originally Path of Devotion, turned Oathbreaker after a tragic incident.
Which 2010 military shooter game, allowing players to control Taliban fighters in multiplayer, faced retail bans and military base restrictions before its release?
Medal of Honor (2010)
Who was my very first D&D character? Bonus points available for class and/or race
Ander Greyy, Half-Elf Barbarian
In anime criticism, what Japanese term refers to works that are specifically targeted towards an adult male audience, featuring more mature themes than those found in shonen?
Seinen
Which early 2000s Nintendo 64 game, developed by Rare, promised to be a vast open-world adventure set in a pirate-themed world but was canceled and its elements repurposed into another game?
Project Dream, eventually Banjo-Kazooie
How many endings have I created that are available for EVERY run of Portal Dwellers 1?
Three. The team wins and beats Phodis, the team loses and Phodis beats them, the team turns Phodis to the good side.
What was the name of the digital music service launched by Microsoft in 2006, intended to compete with Apple's iTunes, but was ultimately discontinued in 2012?
Zune
How many pets have I personally lay claim to? (Not counting joint pets)
Four. The Guinea Pig, Oliver, Rolly, and Rocket.
How many feature length films were made for Akira Toriyama's famous Dragon Ball franchise?
24 theatrical films. This includes 21 anime films produced by Toei Animation, one official live-action film, and two unofficial films.
Created in 2023, this game is set in a retro-futuristic universe, players manage a spaceport at the edge of the galaxy, where they cater to the whims of various alien species, upgrade their station, and unravel an interstellar mystery.
Space for Sale
How many campaigns are planned for the Portal Dwellers canon? Closest guess
Trick: all of them, even if never expressly stated.
Which 2013 action-adventure game, praised for its narrative and character development, included a controversial torture scene that led to discussions about its necessity and impact on the game's rating?
Grand Theft Auto V
How many D&D campaigns have I taken part in? This includes ALL campaigns, player and DM.
15 (M&M isn't D&D)
In anime production, what is the term for the short, personalized animations created by key animators or directors as a form of signature or artistic expression within the credits?
Genga (原画) signatures, though more commonly referred to as "key animation signatures" in a broader sense
What term is used in video game design to refer to the invisible guidelines that subtly influence the player's decisions and movements through a game environment, often without direct instruction?
Affordance
What is Phodis' drug of choice?
Cosmic Seed
What 2009 single by a controversial hip-hop artist, depicting a complex narrative of fame and isolation, was temporarily banned from several music video channels due to its explicit content?
"Heartless" by Kanye West
What is the longest time I've lived in the same building? (Bonus points if you can guess where)
6 years (West Chazy/My mom's last place)