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[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Meteor Blaster DX Color?]

So what color is the "DX" on the title screen in your copy?  There are six different colors (mine's blue), and the S.E. version color cycles.

P.S. - If you're unfamiliar with the game, read nat's review for more info.

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Homemade TurboGrafx LT]

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Steampunk-ish style!  Rather clunky and not exactly gonna fit in your pocket (assuming you're not wearing parachute pants), but it's still damned cool.  Did anyone here make or buy this thing?

* edit to add pics

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Raffle: Valis 3]

Since I picked up a US copy of Valis 3, it's time to spread the joy and re-raffle the PCE version I got in Mishran's raffle.  Here's the rules:

1. Don't enter if you already have a copy.
2. Ya gotta have 50 posts by the time of the drawing.
3. You promise to never sell it for big monies.
4. You must play it when you get it.  No shelf sitters!

The drawing will be January 3rd when I get back in the office.  Good luck!


Entrants (if you're missing, make some noise!):

A_Locomotive
bartre
BigusSchmuck
csgx1
Duo_R
DynamiteSJ
Firebomber7
Flare65
GameFreak
JapanTokei
Ji-L87
LameKat
munchiaz
neoxeno
Opethian
roflmao
snickersbar
T2KFreeker
TrevpwnsYuko

[Off-Topic / Evil Dead Sequel/Remake]

It's official now!  -  linky

Though he's not reprising his role as Ash, at least teh Bruce is involved.  Who knows, this might be a rare remake that doesn't suck!

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Turbob Jamma!]

I hope someone here picked up this slice of Turbob history: linky.  I meant to bid on it (up to $150), but I got distracted by something shiny.

[Off-Topic / Christmas Contest #1]

Windy has graciously donated a copy of World Heroes 2 for a x-mas raffle.  The deadline is 12/18 and here's the rules:

1. Get some inspiration from OBEY.
2. Guzzle eggnog to get in the holiday spirit.
3. Bake some Turbob related cupcakes/cookies/candies/etc.
4. More OBEY while teh noms cool.
5. Sample treats to ensure quality.
6. Take pictures of the yummyness and post 'em here to make us jealous.
7. More eggnog.
8. Gobble delicious goodies.
9. More OBEY while hoping that you're the lucky winner.

P.S. - Play along for teh lulz even if you already have the game - it's what all the cool kids are doing.

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Games with Paper Board Sleeves?]

Which games came with paper board sleeves?  I know there's Circus Lido, the SGX games (1941: Counter Attack, Aldynes, Battle Ace, Daimakaimura, and Granzort), and Working Design's Exile: Wicked Phenomenon and Vasteel.  Any others?

[Off-Topic / 1.21 gigawatt electric car!?!]

A new ride for Marty?

Rag-time probably just had an accident in his pants, but will anyone else give a shit?  I think I'll wait for the Mr. Fusion version, so I won't have to worry about finding a plug-in.

[Off-Topic / Secret Santa 2011]

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Welcome to another year of Secret Santa!  Here's the rules, more or less the same as last year:

1.  If you have troubles following through in a timely manner, please don't waste everyone's time; do us all a favor and refrain from signing up.
2.  Signups will run from now 'til November 1st, at which time I'll match y'all up and send out your intended recipient's wish list.
3.  Send me your name, shipping address, and a list of at least a half dozen games (ideally PCE related) that you'd like to receive, including condition preference.  Keep in mind that the more options your Santa has, the better the chances of him (or her) finding a good deal in the time allotted.
4.  Value of your gift(s) should be in the $20-30 range - real value and not bloated OMG R@R3!! eBay value.
5.  Gifts shall be mailed by December 10th at the latest, but not too early either (this ain't Secret Thanksgiving Pilgrim).  If for some reason you won't be able to meet that time frame, please let me know so that alternate plans can be made and nobody ends up crying in their eggnog.
6.  This bears repeating: don't sign up if you won't follow through.  Failure to hold up your end of the bargain will result in shunning, mockery, hopefully forum banishment, and I just might track you down and let the air out of your tires.
7.  Most importantly, have fun.  This ain't supposed to be work.


For extra holiday cheer, a random participant will be selected to receive Magicoal in their stocking and one of Mr. Nanto's Turbo Legacy Posters under their tree.  If any of you already has or just doesn't want one or both of these items, please add a note in your wish list and I'll draw another name out o' the hat.

Also, let me know if you don't want to shop for me since it won't exactly be secret.

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Prospect of Making Some OMG RAREZ! Game Boots]

I'm thinking about having some booties made and selling 'em for just enough to cover expenses*.  When (if) enough are sold, I'll do another game on the list; lather, rinse, repeat 'til we run out of games worth the effort.  Are any of y'all interested in such an endeavor and if so which game to get the ball rolling?

The above US titles were chosen for being among the priciest and hardest to find (Dungeon Explorer II, Beyond Shadowgate, and Bonk 3 CD were also considered but omitted for not being quite as difficult to get), and the two PCE games were chosen for not being available at all in a pressed disc (in English for M.T.).  I'm open to suggestions though if these don't get yer motors running.  Personally, I'd love to have pressed copies of the translated RPGs, such as Xak III, Ys IV, and Dead of the Brain when it's completed, but I think the above games are a better starting point.

* - It's about $1000 for 500 copies with jewel case, color tray insert and eight page manual; cheaper packages could be considered, but this seems to me to be the sweet spot.  Considering the size of the Turbo community and how few copies of the homebrew games were sold, I'd probably have to sell them at $4 or so to break even; but if the response is greater than I'm expecting, I'll reduce the price accordingly or give a discount on the next booty.  In short - I'm not looking to profit anything other than a few more fun games to play, but neither am I looking to 'invest' $700 on a few hundred copies that'll sit on the shelf unloved for all eternity.

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Turbobs for Trade/Sale!]

Let's make a deal!  I'm looking to trade my duplicates for any US games not already in my collection or for boxes that I don't have yet (see post below), and I'm only interested in games in good condition and complete (excepting boxes, which are always nice but never required).  Besides Ys IV, they're all US versions and in used, non-minty condition; if y'all want more info. or better pics, just let me know.

update: I'll also trade for paypal monies.

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Monster Lair: Game, case, and manual are in great shape - the box not so much.  As you can see in the pic, it's a bit rough around the edges, faded (mostly the colored band around the top), soiled in a couple spots, and has suffered a Sharpie attack on the upc.

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Ys IV - The Dawn of Ys: new, sealed
TG-CD System Card: with sleeve, heavy insertion scratches on back
Dungeon Explorer: loosey-goose, 'gamer' condition

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Beyond Shadowgate: light scratches on disc, minor scratches and a ~2" long crack on case back, no manual or poster
Super System Card: manual dented on edge from retainer tabs, HuCard in good shape but sleeveless, case has minor scratches and is missing back liner
Exile: disc and case in good condition, manual a bit crinkled
Cosmic Fantasy 2: light scratches on disc, manual and case in good condition

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Vigilante: sleeveless, HuCard and manual in good condition, scratches on back of case
Keith Courage: with sleeve, everything in fair condition, sans comic
China Warrior: sleeveless, HuCard and case scratchy, manual has retainer tab dents and minor crease on back cover
Power Golf: sleeveless, minor scratches on case front and back, manual is crinkly and creased on back

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Alien Crush: sleeveless, case and HuCard scratchy, case missing one manual retainer tab, manual crinkled
Double Dungeons: with sleeve, case and HuCard scratchy, manual crinkly

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Free to a good home: rough manuals for Neutopia, Cosmic Fantasy 2, Galaga '90, and King of Casino; 85% new map for Dragon Slayer; and faded liner for Final Zone II.  None of these are in good shape, but they're better than a nothing if you have a loose copy needing a home.

[Off-Topic / To tree or not to tree, that is the question.]

So, what do y'all do for a Christmas tree?  I have a small artificial tree, but a combination of me not giving a shit and not having the room prevents me from putting it up.

[General Gaming / Facebook Kills - Women Kills Baby for Interrupting Farmville]

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Stupid cow shakes baby to death for daring to cry while she was playing Farmville.  I mean, hey, I could understand if it was Gate of Thunder or Dungeon Explorer, but frickin' Farmville?!? 

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Secret Santa 2010]

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The Secret Santa that Windy put together a couple years ago was good fun, so let's do it again.  Here's the rules:

1.  If you have troubles following through in a timely manner, please don't waste everyone's time.  Do us all a favor and don't sign up.
2.  Signups will run from now til November 1st, after which time I'll match y'all up and send out your shopping lists.
3.  Send me your name, address, and a list of at least a half dozen games (ideally PCE related) that you'd like to receive, including condition preference.  Keep in mind that the more options your Santa has, the better the chances of him (or her) finding a good deal in the time allotted.
4.  Value of your gift(s) should be in the $10-20 range - real value and not bloated OMG R@R3!! eBay value.
5.  Gifts shall be mailed by December 10th at the latest, but not too early either (this ain't Secret Thanksgiving Pilgrim).  If for some reason you won't be able to meet that time frame, please let me know so that alternate plans can be made and nobody ends up crying in their eggnog.
6.  Again, don't sign up if you won't follow through.  Failure to hold up your end of the bargain will result in forum shunning, mockery, and hopefully banishment.  Plus, I'll have your toaster possessed by the disembodied digital soul of a lunatic Talkie Toaster (I toast, therefor I am), and I'll send out a robot zombie to defile your garage door opener.
7.  Most importantly, have fun.  This ain't supposed to be work.

P.S. - I'm open to suggestions for making this better or if additional stipulations need to be made.  Don't be shy - I don't bite too hard.


For more holiday happiness, a random winner will be chosen from this year's participants to receive a copy of the Turbo Legacy Poster.

Additionally, another lucky Secret Santa will be randomly chosen to receive a second gift(s), courtesy of Roy.


Gift lists and their respective recipients have been sent to all Secret Santas.  Let the shopping begin!

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Racing Damashii Freebie!]

Courtesy of blueBMW, I have this nice empty bubble envelope just begging to be filled; to remedy this situation, I've selected a loosey-goosey dupe of Racing Damashii (click here for a review from The Brothers Duomazov).  If you would like to give this one a home, just add your name below and a winner will be selected next Monday.

P.S. - Sorry the game kinda sucks, but at least the price is right.

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Insanity Freebie!]

Who wants a copy of Insanity?  I don't need two, so my prize copy from Ark's contest is up for grabs; respond in this thread and a name will be selected at random next Friday (10/01/10).

P.S. - Noob, reseller clowns need not apply.  You'll be getting the game for free, so one of the stipulations of winning will be that you agree to never resell the game at a profit.

[PC/Console/Mobile Ports / Fire Pro Wrestling]

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The long running wrasslin' series that started on the PC Engine is now coming to a Xbox 360 near you!

How did this crap series manage to stay alive for so long and with so many sequels when loads of fun series were allowed to wither and die?

[Fighting Street / Burn a Quran for world peace!]

What do y'all think of this?  I fail to see the point in pissing on the entire Islamic population, though the peeps sending death threats over such stupidity are equally foolish.  Can't we all just get along?

And people wonder why most of the Islamic world hates us. 

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Top Puzzle Game?]

Sini had a similar poll a couple years ago, but it's time for an update.  Plus, we need something to talk about 'round here.

My votes (in order) are for Hatris, Panic Bomber, and Implode.  What's your favorite(s)?

[PC/Console/Mobile Ports / The Manhole - coming soon to an iPhone near you!]

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The Manhole, an adventure game that started on the Mac and was later ported to the PC Engine CD, is currently in development for the iPhone.  It looks like it could be rather entertaining (clicky), especially after dropping acid, though the remade version will surely look more similar to the later PC version (clicky).  Has anyone played the original or one of the ports?

[Off-Topic / Bicycle Recommendations]

Thanks to some thieving cocksucker, I find myself in the market for a new ride and could use some suggestions from those that know their Shimano from a hole in the ground.

Though I was quite happy with my $120 department store cheapy of yore, I hear bad things about today's Wal-mart specials (i.e. - perpetually maladjusted brakes, disintegrating bearings, etc.), so I'd rather pay a bit extra for something that'll last for years.  What options do I have, short of blowing a couple grand on a Gary Fisher or similar bike?  The cheaper the better, as less money spent on a bike equals more money spent on OBEY.

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Turbo Gouging on Ebay ( r.i.p. - gouging much )]

Roy deleted the old "gouging much" thread, so here it is born anew.  It's too bad the old thread is gone, as it was filled with funnies and absolutely insane deals; I guess covering his tracks and hiding his hypocrisy was more important than preserving the laughs.

Thanks to Black & Blue: click here for a cached version of the old thread (click here to download a pdf version).


As previously posted, here's a mystery bundle of gaming goodies for a mere $64,816.32.  It was last up for the paltry sum of $39,000, so you best pull the trigger soon before it jumps into the six figure range.

In a similar vein, here's a new TG-16 for $1880.  If memory serves, it was previously listed for $1200 and then $1600.  Reverse psychology fail. 

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / LaserActive Pacs]

Although I knew that NEC had a clone of the Pioneer LaserActive, I didn't figure that they'd cloned the Pac(s) as well.  I was wrong:

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[Off-Topic / To CD or not to CD, that is the question.]

You may vote twice but never thrice.

* are either of these even being made any longer?


I prefer to buy CDs; that way I can rip it into whatever format I please, I have a physical backup in case of hard drive implosion, and I have something real that I can hold in my hands.  How 'bout you?

[General Gaming / MonkeyPaw Games]

MonkeyPaw Games

John Greiner, the former president of Hudson Entertainment, has started up a new company whose mission it is to bring 'real' Japanese games to the good ol' US of A.  Sounds good, as I'm all for localizing more good Japanese games, preferably without ham-fisted 'improvements' (a.k.a. - Irelandizing).

P.S. - Their logo would be far, far cooler if it featured Bazaru.

[General Gaming / Play GameBoy games on your NES]

Inky-Linky-Bo-Binky

It's a pretty impressive piece of hardware and appears to be well made (though the PCB should be covered at the Gameboy cartridge socket), but $130 is awfully steep when compared to a SNES with a Super GameBoy.

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Cool TG-16 Promo Stuff on Ebay]

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As oddities, they're somewhat cool goodies now; back in the day, I can't imagine anyone being impressed or excited by such tame promotional items (yay, cheap sunglasses, stickers, and a frisbee!).  I suppose this little package aptly sadly sums up the Turbo's US marketing and why it was doomed to failure. 

[General Gaming / Sony Patents Universal Controller]

Zelda II: The Adventure of Link

I like the idea of a universal controller but not as a touch screen lcd in lieu of real buttons (lack of tactile response makes it a non-starter for me).  Still, I could see 'em selling to people with multiple consoles, especially the more casual gamers.

In any case, I found it pretty cool that they specifically mention the Turbo. 

[Buy/Sell/Trade / FA: TG-16 signed by Brian Babendererde]

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Too bad he signed the hardware, which he apparently had nothing to do with, when he could've signed the games he worked on instead.  I've never heard of the guy before; is it just me, or did he kill the value of the TG by scribbling on it?

[General Gaming / Gold PS3.....WTF?!?]

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Why would anybody create such stupidity?  Even worse is the fact that he's supposedly made dozens of similarly foolish electronic devices (Wiis, iPhones, Blackberrys, and what not).  Now, I'm all for vulgar displays of wealth, but who'd choose this Liberace-esque goofiness over rolling around in a Ferrari, chairing a self-funded foundation, sailing a yacht, or whatever?

[General Gaming / 30 Years of Gaming on the Go]

Zelda II: The Adventure of Link

I've never heard of the earliest machines, which is probably a good thing.  Unfortunately, there's not much meat to the writing (it's like a bunch of McArticles), but at least the good ol' TurboExpress is mentioned and thankfully without being harshly crapped upon.

[General Gaming / R2-D2 is a retrogaming fiend. Who knew?]

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Everybody's favorite itty-bitty beeping buddy is loaded up with all sorts of retro gaming goodies, tunes, and a projector, but sadly no Turbo hardware is to be found; if it weren't for the Dreamcast on board, I'd swear he'd gone over to the dark side. 

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / PC in a Duo-R shell]

A big thanks to Takumi Suidu for the heads up on this one.

For those who aren't on the Turbo Mailing List: a complete PC shoehorned into a Duo-R case (babelfish translation).  Though it lacks a game pad for gaming, it partially makes up for the omission with a PCE mouse converted to USB and a NEC branded keyboard.  What's not to love about a fairly competent PC with Blue-ray playback and a TV tuner (the HuCard slot was commandeered for the decoder card), all wrapped up in such an awesome package?  Pretty fucking awesome, if you ask me. 

[Off-Topic / PETA - Now with even more nonsense!]

Oh no, Obama killed a fly.  That brute!

What a bunch of ijits.  I'm starting to think that the 'A' stands for absurd. 

[General Gaming / Duke Nukem Forever might yet live!]

Link with sexy video footage.

I ain't holding my breath, but Duke Nukem Forever and/or Duke Begins might rise from the ashes.  Not real surprising, I suppose, as Duke's a pretty valuable franchise to just let die.

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Sapphire on ebay.]

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Based on the inner ring width of the disc, it looks like a legit copy to me (better pics have been requested).  Any guesses on how high it'll go?

[Off-Topic / New fuel economy standards]

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Interesting and a laudable idea, but I'm not sure how feasible it is.  Only the hybrids, Smart Fortwo golf carts, and diesel VeeDubs can currently meet 40mpg, so it'll be interesting to see what can be done to improve mileage by such a drastic amount in a relatively short time.  My biggest fear is that this will actually hurt the overall mileage average, as more people will turn to light trucks (and their lower required mileage) to get the size they want.  What do y'all think, or do you even give a hoot?

[General Gaming / Gazelle - buyers of video game consoles and other small electronics]

Gazelle was one of the ads that recently popped up here; I was curious to see if they'd even acknowledge the ol' TG-16, and was pleasantly surprised when I moseyed on over.  They must have a Turbofan working there, as they'll pay more for a TG-16 than anything else I checked (good condition with ac adapter, cables, controller):

TG-16 - $31
AES - $28
NES - worthless
SNES - worthless
N64 - $5
Gamecube - worthless
SMS - worthless
Genesis - worthless
Saturn - worthless
Dreamcast - worthless
3DO - $8
PS1 - worthless
PS2 - $5
Xbox - $5

P.S. - I'm not recommending this company or anything, as I've never heard of 'em before.

[Off-Topic / Look what happens when you borrow the bosses ride.....]

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It's not like it's a poor handling car (reportedly a 360), so she had to be driving very fast, quite erratically, or some combination thereof.  Anyway, what kind of idiot would lend a 23 year old employee his Ferrari?  If you need to bribe her with a Ferrari to get in her pants, you're trying to hard.

[PC/Console/Mobile Ports / TG-16 emulator for the Iphone]

Link Sausage

Has anyone here with a cracked phone* tried it out?  It certainly sounds interesting, though not interesting enough to get me to blow my wad on an Iphone or Ipod Touch.  Here's some video of it in action; it looks to me like its controls are a bit touchy and the sound glitchy, but maybe that's been fixed (or will be) in subsequent releases.

* - How'd you break your phone?  Hammer?

[Off-Topic / Smoking Cats for Dummies]

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Nearly hometown proud..... a little too close for my comfort.  First off, just how f'n stupid do you have to be to construct a bong out of plastic, duct tape, and a piece of garden hose?  Just stupid enough to decide to stuff your overactive cat in with the weed.  I can't imagine why the cat was hyper - could it be that she was afraid to stay still for too long, else he'd slap on some zigs and try to spark 'er up?

[Off-Topic / Gambling Kills - Just Don't Do It!]

B?rk!  B?rk!  B?rk!

Foolish man wagers that he can please two ladies for twelve hours straight; after winning the bet with help from a full bottle of Viagra, he dies of a heart attack.  It's a bit pathetic, but I can think of more than a few worse ways to go.  I can see him now, sitting in the field at the end of the path: "So, how did you die?"  "Who, me?  I was fucked to death." 

[Off-Topic / Guitar Hero Fail. How do you spell Lynyrd Skynyrd?]

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Proofreading is for the byrds!  Besides, what kinda clown thinks that Skynyrd rocks anyone's socks off and deserves to be included with the likes of Metallica and Queen?  Mullets and free bird for life! 

[Off-Topic / Does Skynet begin with a keyboard?]

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Having a learning, self-adjusting keyboard sitting on the desk would be kinda freaky, yet I wouldn't mind using one to ward off fatigue, carpal tunnel, etc.

[Off-Topic / Who knew? Fugu testes can make you sick.]

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Stupid people deserve to die.  How can you not get sick from eating poisonous fish testicles? 

[Off-Topic / Goth Kitty]

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It's almost fitting for cats, since they tend to be a bit moody and standoffish, but can they be trained to look sad and wear lots of black makeup?  What she did sounds as stupid as all get out, but is it really all that different than docking a dogs tail or cropping its ears?

[Off-Topic / Don't eat the sea kittens!]

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Like all things PETA, this plan will fail.  The cuter they are, the more I wanna eat 'em.  Just ask the ladies.

Most parents would never dream of spending a weekend torturing kittens for fun with their families, but hooking a sea kitten through the mouth and dragging her through the water is the same as hooking a kitten through the mouth and dragging her behind your car.

I hope no 'shine-fueled rednecks or disturbed teen boys read this, else they now have plans for the weekend. 

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Premodded NES controllers for Duo/PC Engine]

NES pad    NES Advantage stick

They're a bit spendy for my tastes, but they're cool for any NES controller lovers that don't want to fiddle with modding one.

[Off-Topic / Toddler Hitler can't get his name on a birthday cake]

Linky

Check out the names of their kids: Adolf Hitler, JoyceLynn Aryan Nation, and Honszlynn Hinler Jeannie.  What a couple of tool bags. 

[Off-Topic / Crazy communion hi jinx.]

Linky

I know the host is sacred and all, but is it really necessary for a couple of old farts to injure themselves while stopping some goon from stealing a handful?  Maybe he was just really hungry and needed a snack, so they should have let it slide (and likely would've if he'd put enough in the offering plate).