Myke623

I love how "weight" was mentioned in your commentary Mike because despite the incredible animations, lighting and vocal performances, SOUND DESIGN was a strong highlight during my first watch of the trailer. Rafale family is "grounded" on Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu (aka Tourou-ken) & to show the "weight" of Lionel's training & martial art we hear it three times in the trailer (from a story telling pov). First the boot on the table. Listen to the clinks of the bottles and wine - Lionel has strong intent to challenge this 'Paraguayan Punisher' who DIDN'T have it all (complete opposites, excellent narrative contrasts). Lionel, perhaps deep-down and yearning, wants to prove a point: 'that he doesn't have to be labelled like his father to be given everything to show success, he wants to do it his way, the old money way, in the streets, a trait of rebellion not lost in the Rafale household. Second the Tourou-ken prep as he spreads his legs and feet apart into mantis form (the threat and danger of this individual is imminent). The 'scrrrrrrch' on his boot to dirt, the dust emanating like's smoking hot, makes the audience really feel that his martial arts is ready to do some serious damage to his opponent, and in addition, an intent to prove his point of being stronger in combat. There is so much "weight" in his conviction in the moment! Thirdly, that STOMP! WHOOMPH~TMPP! The camera pans out to not Lionel (the character in full body shot) but also shining a light to the awesomeness, power and beauty of Tourou-ken (emphasis on martial arts as a theme, it speaks VIRTUA FIGHTER!). It give me chills everytime I see this scene, it's deliberately done this way to make me feel the "weight" of everything that's been presented! Point is: SOUND DESIGN may have been masked by the other flashy elements but know well that what we heard is an important layer to the conversation and the story. (Also, I think his signature sneaker-boots are weighted, making it even more awesome that he takes his training seriously! I can't wait till you give Lionel a go when the game comes out!) #VirtuaFighter #vfcrossroads #VFCR #PlayMoreVF @VFisAWESOME

HOLY MOLY. Almost 5 hours of VF! Crazy fun! 😆 Props to Okugreenman for grinding VF to get better at the game! You're improving loads mate! Thanks to Luke for the Jean mirror matches! And to @Myke623 sensei... Wow. He brought out all his classics, which pure joy for me to revisit. Then we hit the finale with some very deep conversations between Lei Fei & Pai Chan. Close matches, intense exchanges! It was a sublime feeling, definitely a highlight of the week (I think Pai is secretly my true main). ❤️ GGs to everyone and be sure to play more VF! I hope ya'll will get to that stage of feeling the awesomeness that VF has to offer - it's off the charts when you get there! Thanks to @SoyElKai and Necro for dropping in for company! Good times and good vibes! Elson vs VFA #12 (VIRTUA FIGHTER World Stage) - Session 140 youtube.com/live/I5hXOqpLl7M… #VirtuaFighter #PlayMoreVF @VFisAWESOME

There was talk of Aoi strategies on VFA. Elson got giddy and wanted some matches with his Aoi to improve. @Myke623 sensei kindly offered some games. Time to see if Elson managed some reversals and clever reads against his legendary ninjaaaaaaah. GGs Mike sensei! 😆 Also AlexMD shared some really neat tips for Lion vs Kage. Awesome! Thank you! Elson vs Myke623 #11 (VIRTUA FIGHTER World Stage) - Session 139 youtube.com/live/vKs07mGhvBU… #VirtuaFighter #PlayMoreVF @VFisAWESOME

Just clocked off work at 10pm. What do you do? Play Virtua Fighter with @Myke623 sensei! 😆 Come join in the session and see how far Elson can survive against his incredible NINJAAAH (aka Kage)!! Elson vs Myke623 #10 (VIRTUA FIGHTER World Stage) - Session 132 youtube.com/live/2fi0Y9HxP9U… #VirtuaFighter #PlayMoreVF @VFisAWESOME