OriginalRen

What I was thinking is just removing all the text and making the entire scroll one solid color with the outline. You can then change the medallion color to fit the different levels of the award. Also, to maintain the shape and make it easier, it might just be better to "cut off" the wrap-around part on the scroll if the outline isn't obvious (if that makes sense). Something along those lines, changing the colors. But I do like the original idea if it CAN be done.

Actually, it really is just prevalent for teenagers everywhere. Cell phones are just a staple for Japanese people.

What if we did something along the lines of "scroll" icons in order to represent the idea of writing a walkthrough? Here was something I found on the web, but we can simplify it to easily match the colors of the website and take out all the text, just keeping the ribbon and the shape of the scroll. Heck, you can even change the color of the ribbon to represent the different levels, but what I like about this is it actually represents the idea of "writing" content, as opposed to just being awarded for it:

Minneapolis, Minnesota. -29 C / -21 F approx. I want to shoot myself.

I got my hardrive out, and can probably get the stuff off of it later. Honestly I believe it is a hardrive issue due to the fact that I had an issue with this earlier last year where I had to do a disk check to move files around. Probably just some dead cells or whatever where the display drivers are being read, considering the fact that when I tried 3 different video cards they all failed.

Trevligt att träffas! Var kommer du ifrån? How many years of Latin have you studied? I had taken 3 semesters worth where we got to reading Ceasar's Bello Gallico and Cicero's catilinarian orations. I never really dove into the prose with Virgil or the like, but I did enjoy the other semesters.

Having half puzzle pieces will make me feel like a loser... But I do like the idea ha.

I add one: A group of guys that always act tough (sometimes with weapons) and threaten to beat up a heroine or the protagonist. I just don't feel there are that many groups of guys roaming around Japan looking to pick fights in public areas.

Japan has its eyes down everywhere. Cell phones, cell phones, and more cell phones. You will rarely make eye contact with any younger person.

I'll handle the song, you just get those numbers.

Falling in love after meeting someone for the first time. This shit just doesn't happen, and if it does, it's such a rarity. The realism of "dating" in VNs is somewhat of a bummer to me. It just never feels real to me like it should. Also, recurring comedy. It's funny maybe the 1st 20 times, but not 100 more.

TEFL is a program, not a job recruitment agency. Basically, it's a 4 week program with 120 hours of learning and about 20+ hours of hands on teaching experience. By taking this course you become certified (in a way) to teach English. You practice making lesson plans, discuss methods of teaching, etc. In a way, it's sort of an alternative to a teaching degree and only focuses on English.

Funny you should ask this. One thing I find surprising is the lack of English Japan has compared to other neighboring Asian countries. Just in the last decade, Japanese students scored an average English comprehension score comparable to tests given in other countries like Zimbabwe. Given their connection to the rest of the world and technology, I find this odd. Reason being is that "false learner" idea. Japan has learned English going through the schools, but they never have had the chance to review or use it, and this is where the problem lies. Currently, the prime minister of Japan is aiming to get English into the schools as early as 3rd grade for that "critical period" of brain development, yet most of the teachers hated English growing up and are now forced to teach it. This is where the flux for English teaching jobs comes into play.

I noticed a lot of members asking about job teaching opportunities in Japan, and seeing as how I am moving back to the country as an English ALT in the summer, I thought I could help answer some questions! For most people, everyone is familiar or has heard of the JETS program for English ALTs in Japan. You don't need any prior exposure to Japanese to get into this program, and in fact, they prefer candidates who have none considering the main focus in the classroom is to only speak English as the target language. This program opens up around November each year for applications, and after a couple of months they post the applicants who get hired. You usually start working when the new trimester starts for either elementary, junior high, or high school students, but it all depends on where they place you. You work for about a year and then have to reapply for the next year. Seeing as how these applications only come around once, it's pretty hard to get into this program. It's also very competitive. Aside from JETS, there are other large scale companies like GABA and Interac, to name a few. If you aren't interested in that field, there are also schools that post their own job advertisements that you can look into. Most of the time you email these schools with a resume and cover letter stating your interest. Nothing to special. In addition, there are also independent jobs you can take on such as translation work and self-teaching, though it helps to have some experience before heading into this area. Basically, it's pretty competitive considering you set your own prices (10 yen a line/sentence for checking English papers, 5,000 yen for the first hour of teaching and 3,000 every hour after that), but it can pay off if you are well known. As for what you need to teach as an ALT, a Bachelor degree from any university works. In addition, if you want to teach independently, it pays to have taken a TEFL course for a certificate. This helps immensely as most programs that aren't online give you actual teaching experience. For university teaching, you need a Master's. Finally, you need a work visa. Sadly, the only way to get one of these is to have a company sponsor you for it, and most companies won't consider you for an interview unless you are actually in the country. And that's about it really. If you really are interested in teaching in Japan, one thing you should realize is that Japanese students are what we call "false learners" of English. You will be surprised how little they can actually produce the language. It's not so much they aren't smart, it's that their way of teaching it by using a Grammar Translation Method approach doesn't work well. Most English teachers now aim for a CLT styled approach, and this is exactly the kind of study you do during a TEFL course.

I survived a nuclear holocaust. I demand an award for this Tay.

Goodbye everyone. Nice meeting you all.

Easy. I solved the Sudoku in 3 seconds. Not even a challenge. BRING ME MAOR GAMES! Make Kuds Wafuus popular in the west. I think this logo is incomplete.

I see what you did there. But in all reality, I guess I just liked the change in pace with this game. I felt like I was "actually" dating someone by spending time away from the character, treating it more like a relationship, and not overly attaching myself to her by saying, "Oh hey guess what, we just met like a month ago, but I am in love with you. I always have been." Now I do agree that they could have added a few more subplot scenes with the girl you choose on top of the actual main story in order to give her a "route," but I really did like the way this was structured and it was a nice change of pace as I said.

Tell ya what soildbatman, I will sing in Skype ANY song of your choice if you perform this. Seriously, any song, but I'll need to know the tune first.

Welcome to the forums!

Yes, thanks to those who are actually DOING this and are just listening to us nitpick. Keep it up!

The few, the proud, the Kuds.

Coming soon to a theater near you. In a world...

The post awards seem a little "kiddy" with the font you used. I'd use a font that is more bold, or like, serifed (and holy cow that is a word).

Not true. I am actually a huge jerk, and hate everyone. Welcome to the forums! Where are you from? How many different languages can you speak? The above statement about me hating people is not true by the way. Hope you enjoy your stay!