Pyra - The Simple Life
Mar 09, 8:48 am
As you saw in the previous blog, Asturias is a very mountainous region in Spain. I finally found enough time this week to sit down and throw together a quick video for you guys (amidst my 80 hours of career training)! I must say, I really appreciate the slow pace of mountain life. When I got back to Dallas, I …
Mar 09, 8:48 am
As you saw in the previous blog, Asturias is a very mountainous region in Spain. I finally found enough time this week to sit down and throw together a quick video for you guys (amidst my 80 hours of career training)! I must say, I really appreciate the slow pace of mountain life. When I got back to Dallas, I …
Pyra - I love Spain: Part 1
Mar 02, 4:02 am
Third time’s the charm. I finally came back with PROOF! With my great misfortune, I lost my camera the first time and broke my hard drive the second… costing me over a thousand pictures. Sure, my memories are most precious to me, but visual stimulus is always nice to have around. With a brand new digital SLR in one hand …
Mar 02, 4:02 am
Third time’s the charm. I finally came back with PROOF! With my great misfortune, I lost my camera the first time and broke my hard drive the second… costing me over a thousand pictures. Sure, my memories are most precious to me, but visual stimulus is always nice to have around. With a brand new digital SLR in one hand …
Pyra - Pyra: The New Martha
Dec 15, 9:51 am
I don’t cook or bake often, but occasionally the kitchen bug bites me and I go crazy! This is especially expected around the holidays. In the spirit of giving and baking, I spent the entire evening making Spiced Maple Glazed Pecans. I am a little embarrassed to say: I found the recipe on Martha Stewart’s website. But no less, they …
Dec 15, 9:51 am
I don’t cook or bake often, but occasionally the kitchen bug bites me and I go crazy! This is especially expected around the holidays. In the spirit of giving and baking, I spent the entire evening making Spiced Maple Glazed Pecans. I am a little embarrassed to say: I found the recipe on Martha Stewart’s website. But no less, they …
Pyra - My Grandpa’s Broken Heart
Nov 12, 2:00 pm
My grandpa had a broken heart - split down the middle, in the shape of a zig-zag and hanging by a single thread of life. When my grandmother passed away - the one other soul in this world where his soul could find peace - even his brave heart could not fight the break. The love that they had for …
Nov 12, 2:00 pm
My grandpa had a broken heart - split down the middle, in the shape of a zig-zag and hanging by a single thread of life. When my grandmother passed away - the one other soul in this world where his soul could find peace - even his brave heart could not fight the break. The love that they had for …
Pyra - A Jumbled-up Blog
Sep 09, 5:00 pm
I’ve been in hiding (aside from my short appearance at PAX, which we’ll get into later). But I haven’t blogged since MLG Orlando, so its only fitting that I jumble all of my updates into one blog. (1) I am making a career change (sorta). For the past 8 months, when I’m not gaming, I’m working at one of the …
Sep 09, 5:00 pm
I’ve been in hiding (aside from my short appearance at PAX, which we’ll get into later). But I haven’t blogged since MLG Orlando, so its only fitting that I jumble all of my updates into one blog. (1) I am making a career change (sorta). For the past 8 months, when I’m not gaming, I’m working at one of the …
Pyra - From the Front
Jul 12, 11:15 am
11:00 AM - Its Saturday morning and here we are at MLG Orlando. In a dark ballroom, lit only by the monitors and tv’s displaying this year’s most competitive 360 titles, hundreds of people prepare for virtual battle. We’re waiting for our turn to sit down and shoot our first bullet of the day. I’m in the zone - the …
Jul 12, 11:15 am
11:00 AM - Its Saturday morning and here we are at MLG Orlando. In a dark ballroom, lit only by the monitors and tv’s displaying this year’s most competitive 360 titles, hundreds of people prepare for virtual battle. We’re waiting for our turn to sit down and shoot our first bullet of the day. I’m in the zone - the …
Pyra - Confidential Report
Jul 01, 1:44 pm
I rolled out of bed at 6:30 in the morning on Wednesday and drove to work on my day off. The powers-that-be decided to schedule a meeting on my only day of freedom! But no less, I showed up for duty right on time. About two months ago, all of the Pharmacy Technicians at my workplace were given an employee …
Jul 01, 1:44 pm
I rolled out of bed at 6:30 in the morning on Wednesday and drove to work on my day off. The powers-that-be decided to schedule a meeting on my only day of freedom! But no less, I showed up for duty right on time. About two months ago, all of the Pharmacy Technicians at my workplace were given an employee …
Pyra - Reunite!
Jun 11, 5:10 pm
Do you remember that trip I went on back in December? That oh-so-wonderful trip to Lala Land (a.k.a. Europe) was about 6 months ago. Well, believe it or not, I didn’t use my computer again until just NOW! How how how did I go half a year without my beefy little machine!?! As soon as I got back into the …
Jun 11, 5:10 pm
Do you remember that trip I went on back in December? That oh-so-wonderful trip to Lala Land (a.k.a. Europe) was about 6 months ago. Well, believe it or not, I didn’t use my computer again until just NOW! How how how did I go half a year without my beefy little machine!?! As soon as I got back into the …
Pyra - Gearing up for MLG
Jun 03, 1:30 pm
There are sooooo many bases you gotta cover before stepping into a match. Not only do you need a solid foundation of knowledge of the maps, strats, physics and your teammates’ play-styles...you also need to think quickly, adjust to the opponents’ moves, communicate what you see going on, and make sure that no environmental distractions are taking away from your …
Jun 03, 1:30 pm
There are sooooo many bases you gotta cover before stepping into a match. Not only do you need a solid foundation of knowledge of the maps, strats, physics and your teammates’ play-styles...you also need to think quickly, adjust to the opponents’ moves, communicate what you see going on, and make sure that no environmental distractions are taking away from your …
Pyra - Crackberry
May 07, 11:30 pm
For a long time, my HTC was my best friend. He allowed me to organize my life with the simple click of a stylus. The Winbows 5.0 OS made me feel right at home and it had 3 alarms that helped wake my butt up every morning. But eventually newer, flashy versions were released and my guy started to look …
May 07, 11:30 pm
For a long time, my HTC was my best friend. He allowed me to organize my life with the simple click of a stylus. The Winbows 5.0 OS made me feel right at home and it had 3 alarms that helped wake my butt up every morning. But eventually newer, flashy versions were released and my guy started to look …
Pyra - Comic Con Cutie
Apr 24, 12:10 pm
Comic Con was so much fun! It was a first for me in a lot of ways - my first comic book convention, my first time meeting Seductivpancake and Errrskate, my first time getting star struck – and that is where my story begins. Half way through day two, we’ve given out tons of prizes, played games, bought geeky things …
Apr 24, 12:10 pm
Comic Con was so much fun! It was a first for me in a lot of ways - my first comic book convention, my first time meeting Seductivpancake and Errrskate, my first time getting star struck – and that is where my story begins. Half way through day two, we’ve given out tons of prizes, played games, bought geeky things …
Pyra - Ask a Doll: It’s all about me
Apr 10, 2:45 pm
Do you play on the PS3 much...? What do you think of RSV 2? (theviper556) My PS3 is being held ransom by my DAD of all people. Bless his heart. He doesn’t know the first thing about electronics but he loves my PS3. One day I’ll have to sneak into his house and take it back. As for Vegas 2, …
Apr 10, 2:45 pm
Do you play on the PS3 much...? What do you think of RSV 2? (theviper556) My PS3 is being held ransom by my DAD of all people. Bless his heart. He doesn’t know the first thing about electronics but he loves my PS3. One day I’ll have to sneak into his house and take it back. As for Vegas 2, …
Pyra - Addictions
Apr 04, 9:30 am
I broke down and did it. I reactivated my PlayOnline ID so that I could access my FFXI character. Yes, I know many of you are disappointed in me, BUT IT FELT SO GOOD! The urge stayed suppressed for 10-11 months (ignore the 2 times I logged in last winter). One more month and I could have said “I’ve been …
Apr 04, 9:30 am
I broke down and did it. I reactivated my PlayOnline ID so that I could access my FFXI character. Yes, I know many of you are disappointed in me, BUT IT FELT SO GOOD! The urge stayed suppressed for 10-11 months (ignore the 2 times I logged in last winter). One more month and I could have said “I’ve been …
Pyra - Packing Up
Mar 14, 1:30 pm
I’m packing up and moving out! My good friend and fellow female combatant, Lady PMS, and I will officially be roommates in just a few days! She is already living in a one bedroom apartment in the same complex that we’re booked for our second-floor, two-bedroom. After seeing how close she was to everything, I immediately fell in love with …
Mar 14, 1:30 pm
I’m packing up and moving out! My good friend and fellow female combatant, Lady PMS, and I will officially be roommates in just a few days! She is already living in a one bedroom apartment in the same complex that we’re booked for our second-floor, two-bedroom. After seeing how close she was to everything, I immediately fell in love with …
Pyra - See Austin with Seagate
Mar 07, 6:05 pm
It’s been 2 months since my last Frag Doll adventure and the craving is really kicking in. I will join forces with my super-heroine sidekicks, Calyber, Valkyrie and Mischief, to take down anyone who tries to contend us in Rainbow Six Vegas 2. This time, however, we’ll be in Austin (no, not Boston), the state capitol of Texas. Thanks to …
Mar 07, 6:05 pm
It’s been 2 months since my last Frag Doll adventure and the craving is really kicking in. I will join forces with my super-heroine sidekicks, Calyber, Valkyrie and Mischief, to take down anyone who tries to contend us in Rainbow Six Vegas 2. This time, however, we’ll be in Austin (no, not Boston), the state capitol of Texas. Thanks to …
Pyra - Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!
Feb 25, 1:30 pm
"Laissez les bons temps rouler” is a phrase I heard often as a child growing up in New Orleans. Let the good times roll! With so much history and culture embedded in its roots, it was a great place to start learning about the world. Although I have not lived in Louisiana as an adult, I still feel drawn to …
Feb 25, 1:30 pm
"Laissez les bons temps rouler” is a phrase I heard often as a child growing up in New Orleans. Let the good times roll! With so much history and culture embedded in its roots, it was a great place to start learning about the world. Although I have not lived in Louisiana as an adult, I still feel drawn to …
Pyra - My Other Job
Feb 19, 1:30 pm
I have been a Frag Doll for almost 6 months - and every aspect of this experience has been new and exciting. From a team perspective, I’ve learned a lot about committing myself to my peers to help accomplish goals. From a career perspective, I’ve learned quite a bit about business in general. Plus, the major bonus in this as …
Feb 19, 1:30 pm
I have been a Frag Doll for almost 6 months - and every aspect of this experience has been new and exciting. From a team perspective, I’ve learned a lot about committing myself to my peers to help accomplish goals. From a career perspective, I’ve learned quite a bit about business in general. Plus, the major bonus in this as …
Pyra - Ask a Doll: Foot and Innovation Edition
Feb 10, 4:10 pm
1. How do all your significant others handle you being away so much for FD events? Does it put a strain on your relationships at all? (seppuku_FD) When I was recruited onto the team last year, I took a swan dive into heavy traveling. I was out of town 2 weeks out of the month. I think it really made …
Feb 10, 4:10 pm
1. How do all your significant others handle you being away so much for FD events? Does it put a strain on your relationships at all? (seppuku_FD) When I was recruited onto the team last year, I took a swan dive into heavy traveling. I was out of town 2 weeks out of the month. I think it really made …
Pyra - Test Yourself
Feb 01, 6:30 pm
CES really opened me up to some interesting new things; not only technology but also TRIVIA. Calyber’s adorable little blonde self created the coolest Wheel of Fortune contraption I’ve ever seen. She calls it “The Frag Doll Wheel of Doom” and tortures cute nerds with its various “Bermuda Triangles.” One of the options is a trivia game about what Frag …
Feb 01, 6:30 pm
CES really opened me up to some interesting new things; not only technology but also TRIVIA. Calyber’s adorable little blonde self created the coolest Wheel of Fortune contraption I’ve ever seen. She calls it “The Frag Doll Wheel of Doom” and tortures cute nerds with its various “Bermuda Triangles.” One of the options is a trivia game about what Frag …
Pyra - Doberman Rescue
Jan 29, 9:11 am
I love animals. As a part of nature and in their relationships with humans, they really are a beauty. It has been a long-time belief that dogs, for instance, can relieve our stress and anxiety. The companionship is so grand in scale that they have deemed the title “Man’s Best Friend.” I had a wonderful companion throughout my developmental years; …
Jan 29, 9:11 am
I love animals. As a part of nature and in their relationships with humans, they really are a beauty. It has been a long-time belief that dogs, for instance, can relieve our stress and anxiety. The companionship is so grand in scale that they have deemed the title “Man’s Best Friend.” I had a wonderful companion throughout my developmental years; …
Pyra - My Spanish Adventure
Jan 23, 2:13 am
I was reluctant to bring my DS with me to Spain in December. Last time, I ended up losing it on the way back into the states. It was a pretty devastating loss, wiping out a few hard months of Animal Crossing accomplishments. However, I promised my family that I’d have some practice under my belt before seeing them, so …
Jan 23, 2:13 am
I was reluctant to bring my DS with me to Spain in December. Last time, I ended up losing it on the way back into the states. It was a pretty devastating loss, wiping out a few hard months of Animal Crossing accomplishments. However, I promised my family that I’d have some practice under my belt before seeing them, so …
Pyra - The 48-hour Day
Jan 14, 5:16 am
Before I get into the meat of the story, let me tell you about my last night in Europe. Nestled in the heart of Spain, the center of the city, during one of the most popular holidays of the year, Madrid at the stroke of midnight on Kings Day is quite the treat. For “El Dia de los Reyes,” thousands …
Jan 14, 5:16 am
Before I get into the meat of the story, let me tell you about my last night in Europe. Nestled in the heart of Spain, the center of the city, during one of the most popular holidays of the year, Madrid at the stroke of midnight on Kings Day is quite the treat. For “El Dia de los Reyes,” thousands …
Pyra - Picture Book
Dec 22, 7:51 am
So much to say about my trip, but not enough time or words to even describe it. However, since pictures are worth a thousand words, here’s my picture book of Italy so far. (I say so far because I still have 3 more cities to visit after this). Gladiators have changed a bit over the times… Mc D’s : The …
Dec 22, 7:51 am
So much to say about my trip, but not enough time or words to even describe it. However, since pictures are worth a thousand words, here’s my picture book of Italy so far. (I say so far because I still have 3 more cities to visit after this). Gladiators have changed a bit over the times… Mc D’s : The …
Pyra - I want, I want
Dec 14, 10:10 am
I miss the fun in being a kid and waiting up for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve. Delicious melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chip cookies with a side of ice-cold milk; I envied that jolly, old fat man. But waking up on Christmas morning was well-worth the jealousy. Toys, candy, clothes, books, money, and sooner or later it became money, electronics, video games, …
Dec 14, 10:10 am
I miss the fun in being a kid and waiting up for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve. Delicious melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chip cookies with a side of ice-cold milk; I envied that jolly, old fat man. But waking up on Christmas morning was well-worth the jealousy. Toys, candy, clothes, books, money, and sooner or later it became money, electronics, video games, …
Pyra - My Dallas Friends
Dec 06, 8:33 am
I’ve lived in Dallas since 8th grade and throughout Middle School, High School and College I’ve collected some good friends. However, as time slips by, you end up losing touch with some people and meeting other people. Well, in my case, I stopped meeting other people around town because I was either traveling or in front of my PC or …
Dec 06, 8:33 am
I’ve lived in Dallas since 8th grade and throughout Middle School, High School and College I’ve collected some good friends. However, as time slips by, you end up losing touch with some people and meeting other people. Well, in my case, I stopped meeting other people around town because I was either traveling or in front of my PC or …
Pyra - Gameless For Three Weeks
Nov 30, 6:17 am
When I got picked up as a Frag Doll, my playing time doubled. It’s either one of the Ubisoft titles we’re sent to learn and demo or it’s one of my other FPS addictions clawing at me. But not for long! In just two short weeks, I will be out of this country, over a big blue ocean, walking on …
Nov 30, 6:17 am
When I got picked up as a Frag Doll, my playing time doubled. It’s either one of the Ubisoft titles we’re sent to learn and demo or it’s one of my other FPS addictions clawing at me. But not for long! In just two short weeks, I will be out of this country, over a big blue ocean, walking on …
Pyra - Ask A Doll
Nov 22, 12:29 am
For quite some time I’ve seen the “Ask A Doll” thread in the forums and now I have the chance to finally participate. Here is my first official blog with answers to some of your questions: 1) Has there ever been a game that you play for pure nostalgic reasons, even though deep down you know that there are faaaar …
Nov 22, 12:29 am
For quite some time I’ve seen the “Ask A Doll” thread in the forums and now I have the chance to finally participate. Here is my first official blog with answers to some of your questions: 1) Has there ever been a game that you play for pure nostalgic reasons, even though deep down you know that there are faaaar …
Pyra - Pseudo Superstar
Nov 16, 12:16 am
I consider myself an average Joe. Not so much by the name JOE, more like Marcella or Pyra. But still average in the grand scheme of things within this complex universe. Through old clans and various jobs, I have been both the interviewer and the interviewee for web articles and television news pieces. Especially now that I am a Frag …
Nov 16, 12:16 am
I consider myself an average Joe. Not so much by the name JOE, more like Marcella or Pyra. But still average in the grand scheme of things within this complex universe. Through old clans and various jobs, I have been both the interviewer and the interviewee for web articles and television news pieces. Especially now that I am a Frag …
Pyra - November Express
Nov 10, 1:56 am
I thought I had strong endurance when it comes to traveling. Boy, was I wrong! Granted, I haven’t done a spree as drawn out as Valkyrie’s last trip, but twelve days is quite a bit for me. My first destination was San Antonio for the Bands of America competition held by Music for All. As you can tell by my …
Nov 10, 1:56 am
I thought I had strong endurance when it comes to traveling. Boy, was I wrong! Granted, I haven’t done a spree as drawn out as Valkyrie’s last trip, but twelve days is quite a bit for me. My first destination was San Antonio for the Bands of America competition held by Music for All. As you can tell by my …
Pyra - Fun Times
Nov 07, 1:56 am
I am dedicating this blog to Rhoulette and Valkyrie. Some of you who’ve been around here for a while can attest that these two chicks are seriously badass. I mean, they take crap from NO ONE and really work their butts off. Both as captains and members of their respective teams and behind the scenes in their own lives, they …
Nov 07, 1:56 am
I am dedicating this blog to Rhoulette and Valkyrie. Some of you who’ve been around here for a while can attest that these two chicks are seriously badass. I mean, they take crap from NO ONE and really work their butts off. Both as captains and members of their respective teams and behind the scenes in their own lives, they …
Pyra - Beowulf: The Way to My Heart
Oct 31, 1:55 am
Calyber’s “Ask a Doll” blog brought back some awesome memories of pure carnage that I got to experience at one of our recent events. I am not a blood-thirsty monster (or animal, like she would say); I am simply tickled by how life-like games are becoming these days. If a picture can tell a story of a thousand words, then …
Oct 31, 1:55 am
Calyber’s “Ask a Doll” blog brought back some awesome memories of pure carnage that I got to experience at one of our recent events. I am not a blood-thirsty monster (or animal, like she would say); I am simply tickled by how life-like games are becoming these days. If a picture can tell a story of a thousand words, then …
Pyra - Unreal Memories
Oct 24, 1:54 am
My first real taste of an intense online FPS was Unreal Championship (Xbox). The fast-paced, gory, double-jump, instagib CTF goodness kept me on the edge of my chair (err, bed) for countless nights of pure pwnage. As mentioned on my FD profile, I stayed up for 72 hours straight when it released. I later transferred my passion for this game …
Oct 24, 1:54 am
My first real taste of an intense online FPS was Unreal Championship (Xbox). The fast-paced, gory, double-jump, instagib CTF goodness kept me on the edge of my chair (err, bed) for countless nights of pure pwnage. As mentioned on my FD profile, I stayed up for 72 hours straight when it released. I later transferred my passion for this game …
Pyra - Presents Everywhere
Oct 12, 1:53 am
Okay seriously, I thought that the fancy new paycheck was the best perk of being a Frag Doll, but I’ve been proven wrong. Even traveling to play video games isn’t as nerdtastic as our best perk ever: Free stuff from sponsors! Games, shoes, and geekalicious hardware are but a few of the cool presents lying around my desk. Last week, …
Oct 12, 1:53 am
Okay seriously, I thought that the fancy new paycheck was the best perk of being a Frag Doll, but I’ve been proven wrong. Even traveling to play video games isn’t as nerdtastic as our best perk ever: Free stuff from sponsors! Games, shoes, and geekalicious hardware are but a few of the cool presents lying around my desk. Last week, …
Pyra - Wii be Raving
Oct 10, 1:52 am
Frag Dolls has officially hazed me onto the team. I knew that demoing games was part of the job, but demoing on stage in front of over 1,000 people was a whole ‘nother story. That’s right! Day three as a working Frag Doll, I am “mic’ed up” and “queued up” for the show, and introduced as “First time demoing in …
Oct 10, 1:52 am
Frag Dolls has officially hazed me onto the team. I knew that demoing games was part of the job, but demoing on stage in front of over 1,000 people was a whole ‘nother story. That’s right! Day three as a working Frag Doll, I am “mic’ed up” and “queued up” for the show, and introduced as “First time demoing in …
Pyra - Bag of Goodness
Oct 08, 1:53 am
“Woot!” It’s the sound of excitement and often times in gamer lingo turns into “w00t!!!1!11!!!1” when the enthusiasm becomes uncontrollable. But that’s not the woot I am gonna talk about right now. This woot is a special woot - it toots my horn and blows my whistle and I am going to share it with you. Some of you may …
Oct 08, 1:53 am
“Woot!” It’s the sound of excitement and often times in gamer lingo turns into “w00t!!!1!11!!!1” when the enthusiasm becomes uncontrollable. But that’s not the woot I am gonna talk about right now. This woot is a special woot - it toots my horn and blows my whistle and I am going to share it with you. Some of you may …
Pyra - Double the Fun
Sep 20, 1:51 am
Before the lights, cameras and Casting Call action, there was a small handful of women selected to embark on a journey that had never been done before in the gaming industry. Before the name “Frag Dolls” was even an idea, the concept of this team was already beginning to develop when I visited Valkyrie for the first time. I can …
Sep 20, 1:51 am
Before the lights, cameras and Casting Call action, there was a small handful of women selected to embark on a journey that had never been done before in the gaming industry. Before the name “Frag Dolls” was even an idea, the concept of this team was already beginning to develop when I visited Valkyrie for the first time. I can …
