XForgery Party!!!

[Denominator]

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo114/Null_Parameter/Random/xfpartybanner.png

A number of you have already heard of this, but it's at the point now where it's time to make it official.

First, a Little Back Story...

Earlier this week, my girlfriend, Kassandra (Denominator's GF) came up with the idea that for our summer vacation next summer, we'd go on the most epic roadtrip ever. So after some discussion of destinations, we settled on New York. Which is a rather daunting drive from our home in Calgary. Then we thought of how many XF friends we have scattered across this continent and how cool it would be to visit as many as possible. Then we came up with an even better idea.

What if we got them all together for a party?

After more discussion, a plan is coming into place. Everybody on XF needs to write July 10, 2010 on their calendars, talk to their parents, and start saving money. Because that is going to be the most epic day in XF history.

Here's the plan

There will be an XForgery party on July 10th, 2010. Anyone on XF is welcome to come, provided they are not a hindrance to the community (defined as: banned multiple times). Which also means that we want to cater to as many people as possible, and have as many XFers show up as we can.

Here's the down and dirty details. First and foremost, anyone under the age of 18 has to have permission from their parents to attend. We are currently building "permission forms" (yeah, I know it sounds gay but it's necessary) so don't plan on just jumping on a bus and attending. Your parents are also welcome to attend (as for a number of you, they will likely be your ride). Also, I am putting together a "guest list", so if you want to be on it, PM me with as much of the following information as you feel comfortable: XF name, real name, age, location, and phone number. Kassandra, Holly, Null, and I are all willing to talk directly to your parents or guardians if need be. There will be no alcohol at the party.

Now we just need to settle on the location. Since XF is generally scattered over all of North America, we want to put it in a place that is easiest for everyone to get to. There are currently 3 options:

1) Rochester, Minnesota (http://maps.google.ca/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Rochester,+MN,+USA&sll=42.705114,-70.907124&sspn=1.005138,2.469177&g=essex&ie=UTF8&ll=44.02157,-92.465953&spn=31.430433,79.013672&z=4)

2) Chicago, Illinois (ish) (http://maps.google.ca/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Chicago,+IL,+USA&sll=44.02157,-92.465953&sspn=31.430433,79.013672&ie=UTF8&ll=41.879535,-87.624333&spn=32.476536,79.013672&z=4)

3) Other North America
Describe location and reasoning below.

There are pros and cons to each. Chicago is the most central, whereas Null and Holly live in Rochester and could then house some of us afterwards, saving us a hotel bill. So vote in the poll (please only vote if you think there is a good chance you will be attending), and we'll move forward with the plans!

[l33tmeerkatslol]

I'm scared to say first post when there are 5 people viewing the thread. :S
Can't wait. Really hope I can go. Doesn't matter to me. I just gotta convince my mom. I lol'd at the banned multiple times thing. :awe:

[Fenian Bhoy]

:(

[DeathsFriend22]

Awesome! I'll do my best to be there. I'll talk to my parents soon and ask them about it. Chances are that since I'll have my driver's license by then they'll say yes, and I'll drive myself, but I'll need a place to stay the night. If Null and Holly are willing to let some people do that, then I vote Minnesota.

Just a question, where will the party be? Will it be at someone's house, or will we be renting a place to hang out for the day?

Also, a lulzy idea just popped up in my head. We should address each other by our XF usernames at this party.

[Silver0range]

I did a double take at the "Rochester" and typed out "Rochester! That's where I live!" Then I realized it was Rochester, Minnesota, rather than Rochester, New York. Anyhow, I think this is a bit ambitious considering the average age on XF, but we'll see how things work out over the next year.

[Denominator]

Just a question, where will the party be? Will it be at someone's house, or will we be renting a place to hang out for the day?

We will be renting a place out for the day. Considering how many people may be coming that have never met before, it's not fair to try to hold it in someone's house.

[DeathsFriend22]

We will be renting a place out for the day. Considering how many people may be coming that have never met before, it's not fair to try to hold it in someone's house.

That's understandable. Do you guys have any places in mind, and if so, how much do they cost? Everybody attending should pitch in.

[MNM1245]

I'd love to attend and will definitely try to convince my parents. Maybe me and l33t will go together. But Chicago is closest to me and more middle of North America than the other places.

I was gunna do Other and say my town but that wouldn't work. lol

[Denominator]

That's understandable. Do you guys have any places in mind, and if so, how much do they cost? Everybody attending should pitch in.

Yes, and that will be the next poll. Right now we're just focused on getting the city picked, then we'll go from there.

It's difficult to get an estimate of how much everybody will pitch in though, because it's difficult to get an estimate of how many people will be attending.

[Denominator's GF]

Yes, and that will be the next poll. Right now we're just focused on getting the city picked, then we'll go from there.

It's difficult to get an estimate of how much everybody will pitch in though, because it's difficult to get an estimate of how many people will be attending.

We are trying to gauge how much support we will either potentially lose or gain, varying on the city.

For example if the polls show that if we have it in Rochester that 5 people will go, we are obviously going to reconsider.

[Null Parameter]

but I'll need a place to stay the night. If Null and Holly are willing to let some people do that, then I vote Minnesota.
That's the trade off really.

If we go with Chicago, it is closer for most people to drive, but if you need to spend the night you'll need a hotel.

If we go with Rochester, it is a further drive, but Holly and I are willing to house people.

Anywhere else you'll also most likely have to get a hotel, unless somebody else is generous enough to supply a sleeping quarters.

[Pel]

Oh, wow. This is going to be awesome- I can tell(Yes, I'm psychic like that.). I'll try my hardest to be there, so I'll convince my parents to say yes. My uncle lives in Chicago, so that's what I'll be voting(so I'll have a nice place to stay). I'll PM you my information.

[Denominator's GF]

That's the trade off really.

If we go with Chicago, it is closer for most people to drive, but if you need to spend the night you'll need a hotel.

If we go with Rochester, it is a further drive, but Holly and I are willing to house people.

Anywhere else you'll also most likely have to get a hotel, unless somebody else is generous enough to supply a sleeping quarters.


So yeah it is a tradeoff of gas, or hotel money essentially.
For some people, I think it could mean the difference of their parents letting them go or not.

[l33tmeerkatslol]

We should all get tshirts with our gamertags on them!
That would be awesome.

[Denominator's GF]

We should all get tshirts with our gamertags on them!
That would be awesome.

Two steps ahead of ya.
XD

[Pel]

We should all get tshirts with our gamertags on them!
That would be awesome.

Yeah, or at least nametags with our XF names on them.

[Prod]

Sounds cool... i doubt there's any chance of one in England though so i hope you guys have fun.

[Master Debayter]

Dude, I live in Florida. How the hell am I supposed to go?
Edit: Retorical question...

Well I can't anyway... I have to work over next summer if I want a car...

[Prod]

I just had a thought, someone should film the occasion so those in different countries, and those not present can see what everyone looks like, and generally get a feel for the atmosphere. Maybe put up a live feed?

[l33tmeerkatslol]

That'd be awesome! I'll bring my camera and make a little montage with clips and stuff. (If I go ofcoarse.)

[Master Debayter]

That'd be awesome! I'll bring my camera and make a little montage with clips and stuff. (If I go ofcoarse.)Lol

[Boston]

Damn I want to go so bad. It'll be interesting to see how my family views this, since because they think I spend my entire day playing video games which is NOT true! I don't need their permission because I am old enough but I am living at there house so yeah I don't know how they'll take it...all the more reason for them to rip my 360 out of the wall and throw it up stairs with no internet...

But that is the ONLY obstacle I see. I will most likely fly up there because my car has enough miles on it already. Although flying up for basically a day may be expensive! I'll keep you guys informed!

[Zackj191]

If you are renting somewhere for the day people who would be able to should bring xbox's and there could be a massive 16 player system link party going on!

[Denominator's GF]

That'd be awesome! I'll bring my camera and make a little montage with clips and stuff. (If I go ofcoarse.)


I like that idea.

[Null Parameter]

Maybe put up a live feed?
Already had plans to possibly set up a webcam, assuming we can get internet access.

If you are renting somewhere for the day people who would be able to should bring xbox's and there could be a massive 16 player system link party going on!
Planned on doing this as well. I know we'll have at least a few TVs and a couple 360s.

[Tim]

Count me in. It's been over 5 years since I last did a road trip.

Will there be a 21+ party? http://media.ign.com/boardfaces/13.gif

[DeathsFriend22]

I'm thinking of the best way to ask my parents. Does anyone have any suggestions?

[Null Parameter]

Will there be a 21+ party? http://media.ign.com/boardfaces/13.gif
Depends upon where it is and how we want to handle everything.
If most/all people who are underage leave right after the main party is done, I don't see a reason why we couldn't continue it elsewhere.

I'm thinking of the best way to ask my parents. Does anyone have any suggestions?
"So, I met this guy on the internet who says he's 23 and wants me to come to his house....."

[Boston]

I'm thinking of the best way to ask my parents. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Same here man...(I don't even need their permission though). I just know it won't sit too well with them that I want to go meet a bunch of people who I am friends with on a Halo site...lol

[DeathsFriend22]

"So, I met this guy on the internet who says he's 23 and wants me to come to his house....."

I lol'd. but seriously...

[Denominator]

Same here man...(I don't even need their permission though). I just know it won't sit too well with them that I want to go meet a bunch of people who I am friends with on a Halo site...lol

I lol'd. but seriously...

I am willing to talk to any parents if need be, so that I'm not just some random guy from the internet. I'm fairly confident Null is too.

Or, you could always be like Shellshock and get your dad to come along.

[Null Parameter]

I am willing to talk to any parents if need be, so that I'm not just some random guy from the internet. I'm fairly confident Null is too.

Or, you could always be like Shellshock and get your dad to come along.
Yep, if you send any of us a PM, we can get whatever information you will need for your parents to get a hold of us.

Don't think that we are going to convince your parents for you though, just use that as proof that we are taking the responsibility role and have everything under control.

[DeathsFriend22]

k, thanks. I'll probably talk to them about it sometime next week, we have a lot going on right now.

[Tim]

Depends upon where it is and how we want to handle everything.
If most/all people who are underage leave right after the main party is done, I don't see a reason why we couldn't continue it elsewhere.

Yeah I wouldn't mind seeing whatever city we go to has to offer. While I wasn't a huge fan of the Chicago area in the past (mainly because that's where Navy boot camp is), I wouldn't mind giving the city another shot (if we go there).

[Mace]

Does getting banned twice count as multiple? :P

I probably can't come anyway.

[DeathsFriend22]

shiiiiiit! I just told my dad about it, it doesn't seem like he'll say yes. At first it was an outright no, but then I told him that both teenagers and adults would be there. He also thinks I'm crazy if I'm just going to travel all the way to Chicago for just 1 day, and it's only 3 days before my mom's birthday. I'll keep pushing for it, but I might have some trouble getting my parents to say yes.

[Nulls Wife]

I think we should discuss why were are voting for a particular location. Each location has positives and negatives.

Example:


Chicago

Pros

Closer to more people

Cons

A lot more expensive (hotels, out to eat food, location).
Need to book further in advance so people would truly need to be committed for almost a year.
Possibly paying in advance if we have to pay for the location in advance.


Rochester

Pros

Cheaper (more gas but no hotel, location, mostly homecooked food).
Smaller town so less need to book in advance.

Cons

Possibly less people could come because it is father away.
More driving for a lot of people.




This is not near a completed list, just a few things that have come up in our discussions.

[Time Glitch]

Wow...Well, firstly I'd love to attend. I'm now over 18, but money and life are big factors.

But, I do have some concerns.

Firstly, I want everyone to know that if you're my friend, I trust you. It's a big thing to do over the internet, but I try to break that barrier down as much as possible. However, in the interest of safety, I think we should work out a system where with minimal personal information shared, we can make sure everyone who's attending is really who they say they are. No, pictures are not enough. Anyone can copy/paste pictures from MySpace.

I'm not saying I have a system ready for usage, but I think with enough minds pooled together, we can find a non-intrusive way of making sure we don't have any killers come knocking on the hotel door =P.

I'm sure this will also put to rest any minor's parents feelings of doubt about the trip.

Other than that, I'm in! That is, if I can find the time and money by that time to fly to a place like Chicago O_O.

[codemanj94]

i like this idea. i live in chicago so im picking there
id like it to be at like a Nicks Pizza (http://www.nickspizzapub.com/site/home). That place is awesome! Peanuts pizza soda beer(for you beer lovers) and they also have other things like chicken fingers too. Hope this comes out good!

[DeathsFriend22]

uuhh, my dad wants to see what everyone looks like, and I can't find the "Post a pic of yourself" thread. Can someone help me out?

[codemanj94]

my myspace is www.myspace.com/cajulitz (http://www.myspace.com/cajulitz)

[Null Parameter]

uuhh, my dad wants to see what everyone looks like, and I can't find the "Post a pic of yourself" thread. Can someone help me out?
What, you don't want to show him this one?
http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv343/AndrewFinelli/lol.jpg



Post Your Picture thread (http://xforgery.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1781)

[Time Glitch]

my myspace is www.myspace.com/cajulitz (http://www.myspace.com/cajulitz)

How do we know that's YOUR myspace though? This is what I mean by we need to think of some ways to clarify identity.

[Nulls Wife]

Death- Most of those people in that thread probably wont be there. The only for sure people right now are me, null, denominator, and Kassandra, possibly shellshock and his dad too, and I don't even know if there are pictures of us in there. Like we have said before, any of us will be willing to talk to your dad.

[DeathsFriend22]

you're probably right. Anyways, my dad says he would feel better if we all just got rooms at the same hotel and reserve the party area for said hotel. That way, we can have our party, stay the night, and hang out for a bit the next morning before everyone leaves. Opinions?

[codemanj94]

well that is my myspace believe it or not. yea i know that it could be some random persons but its mine.

[DeathsFriend22]

..it says codeman above your picture. How could it not be you? lol

[Null Parameter]

you're probably right. Anyways, my dad says he would feel better if we all just got rooms at the same hotel and reserve the party area for said hotel. That way, we can have our party, stay the night, and hang out for a bit the next morning before everyone leaves. Opinions?
While that could be ideal in some ways, it also isn't in others.

I'm going to take a look at a possible trip for some member......


This member lives in New York City, and the party is going to be in Rochester, MN.

In order to get there, they need to drive, 1139 miles, each way. Given a rate of 25 MPG and a Gas Price of $3/Gallon, they will be spending $275 just on gas. Not to mention that the trip is 18 hours, each way, meaning that they will need to stay in hotels at least twice each way, I would assume, that's $50/night, minimum.

That is a total of almost $500, just to make it to the party.

Now, if we are going to rent a conference room/hall, we're going to have people chip in for that. Assuming that the hall is $500 and 10 people attend, that's another $50/person. And most cheap hotels don't have conference rooms, so that's another $100 for the night at the hotel. Throughout that trip, you're gonna have to pay for food, both on the drive and everybody will probably chip in to order pizzas or something, so we'll say that's another $100 in food for the few days.

Overall, you're looking at $750+ to spend one night in a hotel.



In other words, that would work great for people who are driving a short distance, but horrid for long distance people. But maybe that is just my view on the situation.

Maybe it would be best to have it where people could do either, so both sides of the fence can be comfortable.

[aMoeba]

Although it sounds like a great idea, I'm not all for it and definitely won't have the chance to attend, sadly. My suggestion to make this better is to have multiple parties hosted by various members, in concentrated areas throughout the states, all connected by a camera or something. This way, long distance problems can be efficiently eliminated and contact between groups remains possible.

/ just a suggestion

[DeathsFriend22]

While that could be ideal in some ways, it also isn't in others.

I'm going to take a look at a possible trip for some member......


This member lives in New York City, and the party is going to be in Rochester, MN.

In order to get there, they need to drive, 1139 miles, each way. Given a rate of 25 MPG and a Gas Price of $3/Gallon, they will be spending $275 just on gas. Not to mention that the trip is 18 hours, each way, meaning that they will need to stay in hotels at least twice each way, I would assume, that's $50/night, minimum.

That is a total of almost $500, just to make it to the party.

Now, if we are going to rent a conference room/hall, we're going to have people chip in for that. Assuming that the hall is $500 and 10 people attend, that's another $50/person. And most cheap hotels don't have conference rooms, so that's another $100 for the night at the hotel. Throughout that trip, you're gonna have to pay for food, both on the drive and everybody will probably chip in to order pizzas or something, so we'll say that's another $100 in food for the few days.

Overall, you're looking at $750+ to spend one night in a hotel.

In other words, that would work great for people who are driving a short distance, but horrid for long distance people. But maybe that is just my view on the situation.

Maybe it would be best to have it where people could do either, so both sides of the fence can be comfortable.

I came up with that idea assuming that we'd have the party in Chicago. After all, the vote is 9 to 4. I don't think we have any members willing to provide housing for a night in Chicago, and we'd all need a place to stay the night anyways. Just a suggestion I was throwing out there. I would prefer the party be in Rochester, tough.

[Zak]

Hmmm, I'll have my license by next year... I might be able to possibly come. And also, CHICAGO FTW! We can all go to Cedar Point! It's only a little ride!

[Null Parameter]

Yep, sadly it looks like it will be in Chicago, which means that people won't get to hang out at my place and also means that Holly most likely won't be attending.

[DeathsFriend22]

Yep, sadly it looks like it will be in Chicago, which means that people won't get to hang out at my place and also means that Holly most likely won't be attending.

Then does my suggestion sound like a possibility?

[Zak]

Yep, sadly it looks like it will be in Chicago, which means that people won't get to hang out at my place and also means that Holly most likely won't be attending.
Bring Karly, then Holly can come. We promise not to scar her for life!

[BabySmuggler]

I say split it up. One in the North East, one in Central (i.e. Chicago), one in Southwest.

[l33tmeerkatslol]

Awwwww, that sucks.
Umm...I'll start to think of some possibilities for the parent thing too.
And the making sure everyone is who they say they are thing.

[wiggums]

I have my license, I just doubt I'd be allowed to drive there.

[Canadians360]

I have a license that is a fairly long haul. On a side note the party is on my birthday :) Its a real party for me. But that also means I wont be with my family or physicaly close friends. At this point all I can say is I'll see what I can do.

Lol maybe see if I can get a flight down to chicago as my preasent :/

Ill hopefully see you guys their.

[wiggums]

I have a license that is a fairly long haul. On a side note the party is on my birthday :) Its a real party for me. But that also means I wont be with my family or physicaly close friends. At this point all I can say is I'll see what I can do.

Lol maybe see if I can get a flight down to chicago as my preasent :/

Ill hopefully see you guys their.

Be sure to wear your birthday suit! ;)

[Conkerkid11]

My parents wouldn't let me do anything cool like this... As much as I'd love to see you guys in real life. Sorry guys, but I'm going to have to sit this one out...

[DeathsFriend22]

My parents wouldn't let me do anything cool like this... As much as I'd love to see you guys in real life. Sorry guys, but I'm going to have to sit this one out...

Ask anyways.

[mista tipsta]

without a doubt it all boils down to expenses for me. As im sure it is for most people considering to go.

[Vinyl Scratch]

If you guys can get it as close as possible to New Jersey (whilst still being reasonable for everyone), I may be able to come. Chicago seems to be the best of the your "preset" ideas, but I'm not entirely sure where Rochester is. Still, it's quite an ambitious idea....Let's hope it doesn't die!

Permission may be the downfall of this idea, though. The thought won't even come into most parents' minds when their child says "go to _______, to meet friends from internet." all in the same sentence. However, I could be wrong.

EDIT: What if taking a plane is needed? Whilst I'm not that far away from Chicago, I doubt I'd be able to drive there (or get driven), so flying seems to be the best method of getting there, which can get expensive. No offense to you guys, but I don't think I'd be willing to pay a few hundred dollars to be in Chicago for one day (unless it is going on for longer). I'm sure I'd probably stay for a few days, and check it out, but it'll still be expensive.

This may be a problem for all of our members on the west coast, as well.

[mista tipsta]

I've thought over it and read what everyone's been talking about. I'm going to go with "Other". I kinda like the ideas of multiple parties.. Not too sure on the poll though, i think a fourth option would have done well, also not many people know where Rochester is exactly.
But anyway i say Ohio. Mainly for mainly one reason: its where i live. Not to sound selfish or anything, there are a few other members who live in the state of Ohio. Other than that i cant say much, i assume its cheaper than Chicago for some, but increasing the distance from anyone who lives an already long way from the other two options.

oh yeah depending on where it is i dont mind too much, though still haven't talked to my mother about this at all, getting a ride with someone.

[Null Parameter]

also not many people know where Rochester is exactly.
That's why in the listing it is a link to a map. :o NO WAI!

[R0FL Z0MBIE]

There needs to be more threads on this. People who can help in any way, paying for food or peoples rooms: people that can have other members share a room with; Finding great deals on hotels, or flights: What to bring or do, close by atractions; Ect.

In short: this thread isn't big enough. I suggust making a temparary forum.

[Vinyl Scratch]

There needs to be more threads on this. People who can help in any way, paying for food or peoples rooms: people that can have other members share a room with; Finding great deals on hotels, or flights: What to bring or do, close by atractions; Ect.

In short: this thread isn't big enough. I suggust making a temparary forum.

Indeed....The party would be awesome, but that doesn't mean we have to stop there!

[R0FL Z0MBIE]

System to prove your real: live webcam
Chat. That way you see and hear the person attending. Yay. Although, this might ruin the fun of seeing a person for the first time at a party. But it is safer

Aslo If your parents are not sure we could have all the parents webchat after we web chat. Maybe they would understand better? Then they could also see the kids that are going too.

If this is in Rochester I could likely have my family, if they agree, to come along and house others who arrive in Minneapoles airport. We could bus them down to Rochester, but only three people, becuase my truck could only carry three extra passengers.

But I like Chicago better. We can all bring our Boxes and play some halo, get shirts, view some attractions, and much more.

[Vinyl Scratch]

System to prove your real: live webcam
Chat. That way you see and hear the person attending. Yay. Although, this might ruin the fun of seeing a person for the first time at a party. But it is definetly safer.

Well, we're all REAL. As long as there are no creepers, we should be fine. Besides, Null is a responsible, and very trustworthy young lad, I doubt he'll let creepers in.

[mista tipsta]

As long as there are no creepers, we should be fine. Besides, Null is a responsible, and very trustworthy young lad, I doubt he'll let creepers in.
...dang, how many people have i labeled "creepers" on this site? at least 20... sucks to be them

[Tim]

...dang, how many people have i labeled "creepers" on this site? at least 20... sucks to be them

Or we can gather all the creepy people in one creepy place and have a very creepy party while we try to creep each other out. Sounds pretty damn creepy if you ask me but I'm sure it would work in a creepy sort of way. :awe:

[Blue]

I'd party in Chicago.
But no alcohol? What're we going to do?

[Pel]

without a doubt it all boils down to expenses for me. As im sure it is for most people considering to go.

If I'm able to go, you can ride with me! That'd be awesome, Tipsta and Pel walking in together...

[Nulls Wife]

I am not technically voting, but I like the separate parties to be honest. Financially Chicago is going to be way too expensive for most members.

Yep, sadly it looks like it will be in Chicago, which means that people won't get to hang out at my place and also means that Holly most likely won't be attending.


Also just because Chicago is winning does not mean the party is going to be there 100%. There is no way we are going to pay for a hall hours away from all of us unless everything is figured out and money is in hand. This is just a "lets see what we should explore further" thread. Unless people are 100% committed(meaning monetarily) we are doing nothing in Chicago.

I didn't say I wouldn't go, I just said it would be easier if I didn't because then we don't need to find a baby or dog sitter.

[Apple s4uc3]

Yeah I think u should have it in Florida and have a beach party and west coast because east coast is dangerous trust me I have been there well lived there and u had to be careful sometimes.

[Fenian Bhoy]

This is just an idea as i'm not attending cuz i live in Scotland :(. Anyway you could make a massive playlist of songs from the 'What are you listening to?' Thread then just play them all.

[BatteryIncluded]

I have no clue how to approach my parents about this, "hey, mom, I was wondering if I could go to this party I heard about, I don't know where it is yet, but I'll get to meet my internet friends for the first time" ugh, my parents already tell me I play too much. anyone have anything that worked for their parents?

[PsychoBucket]

I would love to go, but it is not something I could commit to so far in advance. Currently it would be much easier for me to go to Chicago (1 hour drive), but next year I might be a lot farther away.

[LastRideFTW]

OMG I want to go sooooooooo bad. But theres no way ill be able to go. Ill be 14. But theres no way my parents are going to let me go see a bunch of people I know over the internet =/. And im like one of XF's youngest members id stand out so much.

[Vinyl Scratch]

OMG I want to go sooooooooo bad. But theres no way ill be able to go. Ill be 14. But theres no way my parents are going to let me go see a bunch of people I know over the internet =/. And im like one of XF's youngest members id stand out so much.

Perhaps if an excuse was made?

I know I'm going to try to go to Chicago with friends my parents already know. By then, we'll be able to drive there, so it'll be alot easier. We'll probably have a summer roadtrip or something, and I'll make sure Chicago is one of our stops.

As for the standing out, I doubt anyone will judge you if your young. I'm not much older than you (I'll be 15 in two weeks), and I don't stand out that much...some people mistake me to be 17. :awe:

[MNM1245]

But anyway i say Ohio. Mainly for mainly one reason: its where i live. Not to sound selfish or anything, there are a few other members who live in the state of Ohio.


I would be fine with Ohio. That is closer to Queerkats, and I, and it could also bribe parents into going there. Cause you could get your parents to take the whole family to Cedar Point for a Summer Vacation and then for one of the days while you're there have a relaxing day and take a break from the park and all the rides and go to the XF Party while the rest of your family just hangs out at the pool. I know my family wanted to go to Cedar Point next year but we usually go the last week of August when Americans are back in School and the parks are empty...so idk if they would go in the middle of the summer.

I still doubt I'll be going. My mom doesn't even like to let me stay a night at a friends house unless she has met the parents and had like an hour long talk. She thinks everyone on the planet Earth is a rapest/murderer/pyscho/prostitute/mugger/convict. It is ridicoulous and I doubt she would let me meet people I met on the Xbox. She doesn't even like it when I call people on Xbox friends.

[l33tmeerkatslol]

My moms a lot similar.
Since chicago is really expensive, we could just discuss places near chicago, so basically the same people can go, but it would be a lot cheaper.
I'm willing to go on webcam if I have to. I don't care.
I'm sure the webcam thing would make parents feel a lot better once they've talked to and seen who's going to be there.

[PsychoBucket]

Perhaps if an excuse was made?

I know I'm going to try to go to Chicago with friends my parents already know. By then, we'll be able to drive there, so it'll be alot easier. We'll probably have a summer roadtrip or something, and I'll make sure Chicago is one of our stops.

As for the standing out, I doubt anyone will judge you if your young. I'm not much older than you (I'll be 15 in two weeks), and I don't stand out that much...some people mistake me to be 17. :awe:

You can drive when you are 15?


She thinks everyone on the planet Earth is a rapest/murderer/pyscho/prostitute/mugger/convict.

Your mom doesn't like me . . . :'(

[Zackj191]

You can drive when you are 15?


Some states you can even get your permit at 14½. It's lame if you ask me, I had to be 15½ for a permit and 16 for my license.

[Skittlemeister]

My only comment that I have to say here is that I would definitely no be able to make any sort of party in Rochester. However, Chicago is more doable, and Ohio way more so, for I of course live there, too.

[Vinyl Scratch]

You can drive when you are 15?

Actually, my friend will be 17 next year...

She would be my primary method of getting there, if we were to have this roadtrip.

[mista tipsta]

I would be fine with Ohio.
My only comment that I have to say here is that I would definitely no be able to make any sort of party in Rochester. However, Chicago is more doable, and Ohio way more so, for I of course live there, too.
Anyone else like the idea of Ohio?

oh, and just to clarify Cedar Point (http://maps.google.com/maps?oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&q=Cedar+Point+Amusement+Park&fb=1&split=1&gl=us&cid=0,0,15705997262499963422&ei=rY-QSv3zD4fPlAeK4-yhDA&sa=X&oi=local_result&ct=image&resnum=1) is an amusement park, not just any park though, it has more roller coasters than any other in the world. it's in in Sandusky, located toward the Northern part of Ohio, in between Cleavland and Toledo.. so yeah just thought i'd say that.

[l33tmeerkatslol]

I'm in for Ohio.

[DeathsFriend22]

To me, it depends on how much hotels cost in Ohio as compared to Chicago. I would assume they cost less, but can anyone verify that?

[Nulls Wife]

Technically I can't confirm for real, but I just looked up rates at Best Westerns in both Chicago and Cleveland Ohio was 73-98 dollars and Chicago ranged from 145-148, however once you got into the subburns of Chicago it went down in price.

I still think the best idea is to have multiple parties. It gets the most people together for the least amount of cost. So far, Ohio seems to be one hot spot.

[Zak]

For those of us who cannot make it, we need to set up a massive video chat. We can all be on a big tv watching the party.

[l33tmeerkatslol]

Yes, I agree with Zak. Live Streaming from all parties. At first I didn't like the multiple party idea, but now I kinda like it. It would be best. Whoever has the xbox live camera thing, bring it. We'll need 1 for each party so we can talk to eachother and see eachother.
I think we should just have 2 parties too. If we get too many, there won't be many people at each.

[iTzBroken]

I think I can fly there. My dads boss got a jet. if it's available at the time i could fly anywhere to pick some people up. Just on the east coast and mid west. Though i don't know about either of the locations.

Though i think you guys should encourage members from far way to host there own party in there own state.

But my dad will probably say no.. Sad face I'll try anyways.

[ShadowVanish]

lols. I live in Chicago and it looks like it might be here. I might not go probably. I barely know any of you people.

[l33tmeerkatslol]

lols. I live in Chicago and it looks like it might be here. I might not go probably. I barely know any of you internet freaks.

Fix'd

[Master Debayter]

Fix'd
:nono:

[FledgelingFenix]

Oh wow this might be interesting I might definetly come for the ride but I hope I can get my license before this goes on.

[Tim]

Jesus all this talk about getting licenses and asking parents is making me feel old. Knock it off you young whippersnappers. http://media.ign.com/boardfaces/49.gif

[mista tipsta]

whippersnappers
i lol'd

[Thefallen365]

somewhere near Colorado? :neutral:

[Zak]

somewhere near Colorado? :neutral:
I second that! Fallen what city? I'm on Monument Hill.

[Blue]

I love how half of the people that want to go can't even drive yet.

[DeathsFriend22]

I love how half of the people that want to go can't even drive yet.

I'll be able to drive by the time this happens, I'm getting my license this October at the latest.

[Denominator]

Wow, I go camping for 2 days and look at what happens.

First of all, Chicago was picked simply because it is central and has a massive enough airport and bus station that it should be easy to get there. If we were to do this, it would likely be in a suburb of Chicago, not in Chicago proper. There are going to be enough people with vehicles there that would be able to shuttle people to and from airports or bus stations to the party.

The same goes for Rochester. We can shuttle people if need be, even as far as from Minneapolis.

The only other location that I've seen suggested that would be viable would be somewhere in Ohio. Everywhere else gets too far to one extreme or the other, such that while it makes it easier for some people to get there, it makes it harder for others.

Obviously, since we all live in different parts of the country (or the continent), it is going to be unequal. Some people are (literally) going to have it in their backyard, whereas some people are going to have to travel great distances to get there. The point was to attempt to make it so the maximum amount of people could go for the minimum cost. That narrowed the location down to mid-west northern USA. Things like Florida or California are obviously going to be out.

Anyone is free to set up a different party at a different location if they would like. I can tell you straight up right now though, that while I would endorse such a party as part of this event, I would in no way help out in planning it, organizing it, or running it. I am going to be planning this one, and this one only. If we manage to get it set up for live streaming, then that will be fine. However, that means that we need to have an internet connection wherever we are, and a lot of hardware that I don't have, and a lot of setup that we probably won't have time for.

This party is being organized mainly by myself and my girlfriend because we thought XFers would like the opportunity to meet each other, and get together and such. Not only do we need to keep the costs down for you guys, but for us as well. This party is going to be part of a 14 day roadtrip for us, that is going to be rather pricey already. We're already saving up all the money we can to make it work.

Also, remember, if we want to have a system link game, we need 4 Xboxs and 4 TVs (at least). I can bring a router, but I only have 1 Xbox and 1 TV, and I'm not 100% confident I can get those across the border. It's going to take a lot of work from a lot of people to pull it off.

The point of this thread was to get a feel for how the XF community would react to something like this being a possibility, and so far the reaction has been a resounding "make it more complicated than need be".

The original plan was for Kassandra and I to simply hang out with Null and Holly for a couple of days during our roadtrip, but we thought the rest of XF might want in on that. So if it keeps getting more complicated to pull off, and more expensive, we might just have to go back to the original plan. I'd love to see this work, but lets keep things simple and viable, guys.

[Denominator's GF]

Wow, I go camping for 2 days and look at what happens.

First of all, Chicago was picked simply because it is central and has a massive enough airport and bus station that it should be easy to get there. If we were to do this, it would likely be in a suburb of Chicago, not in Chicago proper. There are going to be enough people with vehicles there that would be able to shuttle people to and from airports or bus stations to the party.

The same goes for Rochester. We can shuttle people if need be, even as far as from Minneapolis.

The only other location that I've seen suggested that would be viable would be somewhere in Ohio. Everywhere else gets too far to one extreme or the other, such that while it makes it easier for some people to get there, it makes it harder for others.

Obviously, since we all live in different parts of the country (or the continent), it is going to be unequal. Some people are (literally) going to have it in their backyard, whereas some people are going to have to travel great distances to get there. The point was to attempt to make it so the maximum amount of people could go for the minimum cost. That narrowed the location down to mid-west northern USA. Things like Florida or California are obviously going to be out.

Anyone is free to set up a different party at a different location if they would like. I can tell you straight up right now though, that while I would endorse such a party as part of this event, I would in no way help out in planning it, organizing it, or running it. I am going to be planning this one, and this one only. If we manage to get it set up for live streaming, then that will be fine. However, that means that we need to have an internet connection wherever we are, and a lot of hardware that I don't have, and a lot of setup that we probably won't have time for.

This party is being organized mainly by myself and my girlfriend because we thought XFers would like the opportunity to meet each other, and get together and such. Not only do we need to keep the costs down for you guys, but for us as well. This party is going to be part of a 14 day roadtrip for us, that is going to be rather pricey already. We're already saving up all the money we can to make it work.

Also, remember, if we want to have a system link game, we need 4 Xboxs and 4 TVs (at least). I can bring a router, but I only have 1 Xbox and 1 TV, and I'm not 100% confident I can get those across the border. It's going to take a lot of work from a lot of people to pull it off.

The point of this thread was to get a feel for how the XF community would react to something like this being a possibility, and so far the reaction has been a resounding "make it more complicated than need be".

The original plan was for Kassandra and I to simply hang out with Null and Holly for a couple of days during our roadtrip, but we thought the rest of XF might want in on that. So if it keeps getting more complicated to pull off, and more expensive, we might just have to go back to the original plan. I'd love to see this work, but lets keep things simple and viable, guys.

Exactly.
While I understand that this is quite an undertaking, you all have to understand that yes, for some people it is going to be very unfair.

For example, Derrick and I are going to be spending approximately $1200 on gas, alone. Why? Because this is a priority to us, and we are willing to make it work and plan and save to do so.

Did any of us ever claim that this trip isn't going to cost money?
No, in fact we have been very up front about the costs from the beginning.

If you all have the ability to accept said costs in order to make it to the party, awesome, we would love to see you. If not please don't expect us to try and facilitate everyone's individual needs.

Like Derrick said, we tried to make it the most equal, for the maximum amount of people to come. Let's try to keep this party as feasible as we can here.

[Thefallen365]

I'm in California Zac, I want Colorado cuz it's still near the center of the US and it would be closer to me.