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TypeFrag and Diablo Expressions Come Together!
TypeFrag and Diablo Expressions have worked out a sponsorship to provide on hell of a Ventrilo experience for you!
Diablo Expressions Staff is Expanding!
We are opening up some positions to be filled around the site. We are looking for Ventrilo mods, Forum mods, and Article Writers!
Diablo Expressions's "Ring of Fire"
Want to become a partner with us? Want to work together with your Blog, Website, Forums? Come follow us and be a partner through the "Ring of Fire"
Community Artwork is Ready for You!
We have a page ready for you! Just need some art and it will be all good.
The Vindictive Order is here! Free Ventrilo Clan Support!
Our outreach program, "The Vindictive Order" is here. This is our new aim and goal for our Ventrilo server. To provide free Ventrilo for multiple clans.
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Tips to Get the Most out of Your Coming Diablo III Marathons
By The Derpalator
Whether you plan on playing release night, or have to wait to get some solid play time in until this weekend, we will all be playing some long Diablo III marathons in the coming weeks, and hopefully years to come. The release of Diablo 3 will no doubt have an effect on the unemployment rate in the US, but that’s another topic. What can you do to make sure your impending Diablo 3 marathons are as lengthy and effective as possible?
1. Sleep - It has been proven again and again that sleepy driving is worse than drunk driving, and this can be applied to any activity that takes coordination and concentration. I don't know about you, but I need to focus a lot harder to play any type of video game (except sitting in Baal runs of course) than Driving. Going into what I call, 'zombie mode' will waste your time and at worst, cost you a Hardcore Character. You are going to need the same amount of sleep eventually, so it's best to just sleep when you need to, so that when you are playing, you can be as effective as possible.
2. Food - I know Hostess and Frito-Lay make some great products, but they are going to slow you down and put you to sleep fast. Also, Red Bull is not only unhealthy; it will make you crash in the long run. Instead of making yourself sluggish and sick, grab some salad with your favorite dressing, some bananas, apples or your favorite fruit that is easy to eat (sorry orange lovers), and some peanuts or trail mix. The sugar from the fruit will be a long lasting energy boost and your body will reward you for treating it well. I get sluggish if I eat too much, so ideally keep portions small and eat frequently as well, to keep yourself active.
3. Water - Drink a lot of water. If your favorite drink is a must that's fine, but consider drinking water too. Not because you'll be sweating uncontrollably from the intense gaming session, but you want to be sure that your body is getting everything it needs so that your mind can stay sharp.
4. Posture - Sit straight! Trust me, being unaware of your posture can cost you weeks of play time from stressed muscles. Use common sense about the placement of your arms, legs, neck and most importantly spine. Adjust your environment to fit your posture, not the other way around! Enkeria has provided a brief guide going into more detail on our forums.
5. Stretch – Stretch before and after long sessions of any physical activity, especially repetitive activities like gaming. I am not going to pretend to know enough about the body to tell you what stretches are good, but research some forearm and whole-body stretches to keep yourself from long term injury and lost playtime. This is an often over-looked but important aspect of physical activity. Pro athletes and pro gamers stretch for a reason.
6. Breaks - Even the Guinness World Record for longest video game marathon requires that players take 30 minute breaks every four hours. If you ask me this is not close to enough time for most gamers. Take 15 minutes an hour ideally, or 20-30 every 2 hours to eat a bit, rest and lightly stretch your arms and body. Standing up for a few minutes is ok, I won't tell anyone :). (The GWR is currently 109 hours. An attempt at the record is being broadcast on release night. Information can be found here)
Play in a healthy way and you will get the most out of each play session in Diablo III. Make it easy for yourself to enjoy the most anticipated game of the decade! See you in the Forums if not on the Ventrilo!
Derp
As most of you know we have pretty much stopped our weekly Live Streams and have switched over to something better, 20 minute Pod casts, so without further adue, enjoy!
On other news, I'm sure not everyone out there can play on launch day or the days that follow, our very own Diktat is going to Live stream from normal until Inferno for the many days to come. So whenever you cannot play, make sure to watch!
Stay Connected!
Whats up guys!
It has been a busy weekend. We got a lot of people over to our new Ventrilo server. If you still got the old Ventrilo info please re-check the Ventrilo page for the new info.
Anyhow, we are almost there, the game is finally coming out in just over 2 weeks from now.
Diablo Expressions is going to have a well deserved break in the 2 weeks during/after release, you can however always catch us on the forums and Ventrilo for any help you would require.
We have many things planned in the future, so make sure you stay connected by liking us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
Vindictive Order Welcomes New Clans!
Diablo Expressions would like to welcome three new, great additions to the VO.
Return to Tristram
Rings of Allure
Virtual Pioneers
You can find these clans alongside our other clans at the VO Sponsorship section. With these three, this sets us up at ten, TEN clans, woohoo! With this said, we should soon hit the 400 cap on Ventrilo, no worries, plans are being made, we won't let you down, every Diablo fan/player is still welcome on our Ventrilo as always.
Do you have a clan and want to join the VO sponsorship ? Please read the rules and what we can give you. After this, please contact me on: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
New staff members!
I would like to welcome two new staff members to the DE admin group!
They can both be found mainly on Ventrilo and will be keeping an eye out for people who do not behave but also for people who need help with anything.
Welcome Vincent and Draco!
We are still looking for 1 or 2 article writers, if you are interested please read the Positions and Openings section and send an application to
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Missed Livestream?
So did you miss our Livestream the other day ? No worries, below you can watch it back on our Youtube channel at ease in your own time. This was as you might know our last livestream for some time to come, we will soon start doing Podcasts. Keep an eye out on our website for more news SOON!
Don't forget to follow us on our Stream page!
Marked for Death!
So you think you got what it takes ? You think you are the ultimate hardcore fan ?
Then join the others. Do something amazing, something shocking, that is Diablo related and we will put it up on our front page.
Got a amazing guide for top DPS on a certain class ? Painted your room Diablo themed ? Or maybe even do what i did... Mark yourself for LIFE!
New Ventrilo is here!
Whats up folks! Hpnot1Q here,
I would like to start off by saying that our new Ventrilo is up and running. From this point on, everyone use it instead of the old one. The Maxfrag server (old server) is going to be closed soon. Everyone will be directed to the new server as soon as we see them on the old one.
We also got rid of the ''Guest'' tag. Now, when you first log on to theVentrilo, you'll automatically get ''Member'' tag. From this point on only Clan Members/Officers/Owners and V.I.P will need a promotion, and with that a new password to log on to Ventrilo in order to complete their new rank promotion.
Here are the details for the new Ventrilo server.
IP: diabloexpressions.typefrag.com
Port: 3784
Password: thelordofflies
The Vindictive Order Section is now edited with the new information as well as the Ventrilo section.
Also, could all clan leaders please edit this new information onto their sticky posts on their clan forums ASAP. Have your members tell us what clan they are from as soon as they log on to Ventrilo so we can hand out to appropriate tag.
Once more I would like to thank Typefrag for this great opportunity and to a wonderful partnership. See you all on Ventrilo soon!
I will send all clan leaders their clan channel passwords in a PM.
In Other News
I would like to welcome two new clans to the Vindictive Order sponsorship!
Rings of Allure and Return To Tristram. You can find them along with a link to their websites in the Vindictive Order Sponsored Clans section.
Whoa!
Dropping by to let everyone know we are opening up some positions to be filled around the site. We are looking for some Ventrilo mods, Forum mods, and Article Writers to the site.
There is some basic information on what each position must do, along with general guidelines for all positions located on the Positions and Openings page.
It list all the information you need to know, with the how to apply. It also has a simple chart at the top to let you know what, if any positions are open at the time to be filled.
Look forward to hearing from you
~Dred
Hello folks,
I told you I'd be back with that contest, but before we get to that, let me give you a little more information on the comics themselves!
The Diablo III: Sword of Justice comics are a 5-part mini-series that takes place right before the events of Diablo III. While how much, if any of the events that happen in the comics will link into the game itself is unknown. The comics have that deep, gritty, rough drawing style. Edgy lines, and rough characters. I do like, and prefer this style of drawing as (IMO) harder to pull off, but much more realistic in a way! The comics were great to visually look over and a decent read to boot. I enjoyed them and do look forward to getting the last two to read and share with you guys!
Here is the official synopsis for issues #1-3:
Diablo III Sword of Justice #1
"From the world and legends of Sanctuary, the setting for the award-winning Diablo video game, comes the tale of a hero's birth. Jacob has fled from his homeland in the north, hunted by his kinsmen for the crime of murder. Led by the visions of an ancient prophet, pursued by his childhood friend, Jacob finds his destiny in a desert cave at the foot of a mountain carved in two by the sword of an archangel – Tyrael. But will Jacob be able to claim the sword that could save his people, if not the world, before he's brought to 'justice'?"
Written by:Aaron Williams
Pencilled & Inked by: Joseph Lacroix
Diablo III Sword of Justice #2
"The Dreadlands are being corrupted by madness, causing its victims to open their flesh and lash out at friend and foe alike. Jacob, a young fugitive from the city of Staalbreak, may be Sanctuary's only hope to stop this plague before it consumes or destroys mankind. His destiny is bound to a mysterious sword and the woman who watches over it, but his own troubled soul may keep him from embracing its true power in time."
Written by:Aaron Williams
Pencilled & Inked by: Joseph Lacroix
Diablo III Sword of Justice #3
"Jacob's quest to atone for his past and rid his homeland of a supernatural plague continues! Joined by the wizard Shanar, the duo find themselves pitted against terrible evils as well as Jacob's own corrupted countrymen. To save them, the young hero must risk his life as well as the newfound Sword of Justice by placing himself at their mercy. With Sanctuary's very survival at stake, what dark secrets will Jacob learn as a result?"
Written by:Aaron Williams
Pencilled & Inked by: Joseph Lacroix
So, now on to the contest!
Thinking about it, I was wondering what could we do here? I then remembered back to the original Batman on TV and all the zany music, sounds, and "pop-ups" that said "POOOOW" and "BAMN" so let lead me to this!
"Diablo Expression's 'Old School Expressions' Contest"
You, you and a friend, you and a group of people act out a scene (sword play, fighting over the last twinkey, zombies, whatever you can think of) but use thought bubbles on paper, white board, anything, over your head with the things your saying. HOWEVER, the thought bubbles (what your saying) must be in the camera shot when taken, NO PHOTOSHOPING IN AFTER! This is old school baby.
Be funny and creative! Five winners will be chosen and winning entries will be place on site with front page announcement.
Rules and restrictions
-Global contest (no limits on region)
-Must be a camera picture, with thought bubbles made up and in camera picture at time of taking, no photoshopping allowed.
-One entry per person, that must be submitted on the forums here.
-You have till May 5th, midnight EDT (-5 GMT) to submit your entry.
-Winners will be picked and told the following day through forum PM.
Good luck, have fun!
