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[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Organize-Your-Video-Games

How to Organize Your Video Games

Tired of wasting time looking for a game? The answer to this problem, is simply organizing.
Steps

1. Make sure your games are inside their cases.
2. Make different piles for different platforms (one for PS2, one for Xbox, one for GC, etc.)
3. Think of the alphabet (in case you forgot: a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z)
4. Organize each pile of games in ABC order from A-Z (A's on left, Z's on right)


Tips

* Don't forget to put away the games in their actual case after you're done playing with it.
* If you remember what platform it is for, it will be such a cinch to find the game.


Warnings

* When making piles, be careful not to trip on the games. We don't want to damage the games.


Things You'll Need

* Knowledge of your ABC's
* More than one game

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Cope-With-World-of-Warcraft-Maintenance-Day

How to Cope With World of Warcraft Maintenance Day

It's realm maintenance day and you're such an addict you can't figure out how to cope with the realms being down for 6-8 hours.
Steps

1. Update your Add-ons and Mods to the game. Chances are some of them are out of date. http://www.curse-gaming.com/en/wow/addons.html
2. If you're a hardcore end-game raider, go beef up on your strategy. Read ahead for the upcoming boss fights so you'll be prepared when you reach them.
3. If you're not a hardcore end-game raider and want to be, go look for a guild to join. Try the WoW Realm Forums, many of the realms have a recruiting sticky.
4. Read up on strategy for your class.
5. Consider a new talent build, you can find talent calculators here: http://wowvault.ign.com/talentcalculator/ or http://www.worldofwarcraft.com/info/classes/talent-index/
6. If you're into Role-Playing, go read some "lore" or work on your backstory incessantly.
7. Take a break from thinking about World of Warcraft! Go read Dilbert or something.... http://www.unitedmedia.com/comics/dilbert/
8. Listen to some podcasts about World of Warcraft, such as http://www.taverncast.com/ or http://www.wowcast.net/


Tips

* Try not to panic. Even in the worst case scenario, the realms have never been down more than 16-20 hours in a row, and rarely more than 8.
* Develop a mantra to mutter to yourself to try and help cope.
* Use this as a good time to get over your Warcraft addiction. If you can last this day, try to keep it going the next day too.


External Links

* http://www.curse-gaming.com/en/wow/addons.html
* http://wowvault.ign.com/talentcalculator/
* http://www.worldofwarcraft.com/info/classes/talent-index/
* http://www.unitedmedia.com/comics/dilbert/
* http://www.wowcast.net/
* http://www.taverncast.com/

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Clean-an-Old-Game-Cartridge

How to Clean an Old Game Cartridge

How to clean a video game cartridge using inexpensive products from around the house. Using this method you can fix most "broken" cartridges from systems like the N64 or Gameboy.
Steps

1. Place game cartridge to lips
2. Form an O with your lips
3. As you slide the game cartridge up and down your lips, blow gently into the game cartridge
4. Plug game cartridge back into game console
5. Turn console on
6. Repeat steps 1-5 as necessary


Warnings

* Don't blow too forcefully, you may accidently spit into the cartridge and ruin it


Things You'll Need

* lungs
* breath of fresh air
* game cartridge
* game console


Related wikiHows

* How to Find Games You Used to Play Online
* How to Choose a Character to Play in a Roleplaying Game
* How to Clean Computers up
* How to Clean Glue from Windows
* How to Clean a Fish Tank

[Emu]

If you search for "how to masturbate" it takes you back to "How to get the most out of Wikihow"

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-Lot-of-Friends-on-MySpace

How to Get a Lot of Friends on MySpace

This is a highly time consuming process. You may be required to have no social life. This guide assumes you are easily obsessive and have plenty of time and Internet access.
Steps

1. Create a MySpace page, or have access to one you have already made.
2. Find someone else's profile. Add them to your friend's list. Go through this person's friend's list. Add all of their friends. Then, through each of their friends, add all the friends of their friends.
3. Continue adding friends of friends until you are bored and or tired. Eventually, you will have too many friends.
4. Type in celebrity names into the search bar and add celebrities. Celebrity accounts usually are friends with other celebrities.
5. Accept all incoming friend requests.
6. Make a link to your myspace page available through your forum signature, instant messenger profiles, and any personal websites you have.
7. Add yourself to your school. If you want, you can add yourself to several schools that you did not go to.


Tips

* Pictures: If you do not have any pictures of yourself, but want to have pictures that encourage the growth of you friends list.


Warnings

* People may not take you seriously if you have more than 300 friends.
* Large friend's list are hard to navigate through.
* Few of these people will care about you.
* Not everyone you send a friend request to will accept you.

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Miss-School

How to Miss School



It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with How to Fake Sick to Stay Home from School. (Discuss)

this is my way of missing school its working so far(sorry for my spelling on some).
Steps

1. pick the day that you want to miss school don't just wake up and say "I'm gonna miss school today!"
2. SHOW SYMPTOMS!!!!!
3. the night before go to bed early like around 7:00 or 8:00
4. depending on your parents, say you have a fever,flu, or some other condition.
5. im listing all the things you will need to do for each sickness.
6. FLU: mix vineger and milk or ornge juice and pepsi together or other crap that you can think of.
7. remember showing fever symptoms usally helps when faking this sickness.
8. have a"kit" of fake puke like make 3 glasses of the stuff you going to mix,my favorite is milk, cider, and vineger mixed.
9. remember that you gotta actully DRINK this stuff that your making so you can and will feel and show symptoms of this sickness.
10. store your "kit" under the bathroom sink or other places that your parents wont look.
11. FEVER:sucking on a penny,quarter,dime or any of those will raise your temperature by .5 or 2 degrees so dont count on this method!
12. drink lots of hot water get 500-100 mL of water than heat it in the microwave for about 30-1 min. depending if you like hot stuff.
13. wrap a blanket or pillow around your head than(OPTIONAL:masterbate...really it increases your boby temperature by 2-3 degree's) breath very heavily into it so your face looks flushed and pale when you go to pappy and say you got a fever.
14. stay in bed and turn the fan on when the parents come to show your trying to cool off but only do this when they come or it'll ruein all the attempts to raise the temp!
15. OTHER: this is just little side things that will get you more of a chance of faking it, dont show intrest in anything that you LOVE like for me it is pizza.
16. PLEASE dont stop showing some of the symptoms


Tips

* DONT STOP SHOWING SYMPTOMS I CANT STRESS THAT ENOUGH!!!! ot your mom or dad might and will think that you are magicly better.
* this is for if you have to ride your bike to school or have parents that go to work at 7:00 or something.
* make your "kit" and follow the stuff on the steps so you get an extra start.
* If your parents are like mine, they NEVER answer their cell or work NO. so call so you can at least say "well I tried your cell but you wouldn't answer!"
* Dont cry about it! if you cant miss that day of school tough !@#$ your going and plus doesnt really matter? if your parents say your going after all of this well guess what? your going!
* dont argue back just act like you kinda WANT to go to school so that way they'll think "well if he/she's not really complaining about it than i guess he/she can stay home!" or something along those lines.


Warnings

* in 6th grade i missed about 22 days and almost had to repeat it so dont get to carried away with it!

[Chojin]

http://www.wikihow.com/Do-Nothing

How to Do Nothing

For those of us who are non-stop workaholics, doing nothing can actually be pretty difficult! If you're like the Energizer bunny in that you keep going, and going, and going, here's how to stop once in a while and just do nothing.
Steps

1. Plan ahead. Whether it's an hour, a day, a week, a month, a year, a century, or even a millennium (for us aliens) of doing nothing, cancel all of your appointments for that block of time. Try to pick the most boring week or day, a day where you'll most likely sleep most of the time.
2. Let people know that you're busy and will be unavailable. Whether you choose to tell them that you're actually setting aside some time to do nothing, or you just give them the vague explanation "I'm going to be busy" (busy doing nothing!), tell them not to call, visit, or interrupt.
3. Find a quiet, private place where you don't feel pressured to do anything. This might be your bedroom, the backyard, or a local park. Find that place and go there.
4. Set your watch or an alarm to go off when your "nothing" time is over, so that you don't have to constantly look at the clock and count the minutes. Turn off your cell phone, and maybe even all other phones within your reach.
5. Sit by yourself. Feel the wind, the sun being hidden by clouds, and the chair touching your butt. Listen to the rustle of the trees and birds singing, and water flowing. Always think about the past or future. Avoid the temptation to turn on the TV, listen to music, write a note to yourself, get a bite to eat, or whatever. The only thing you should do is go to the bathroom if needed.
6. Learn how to free up your mind. That way, not only will your body be doing nothing, but so will your mind. Since your brain isn't even there this won't really make a difference.


Tips

* Setting aside some free time to do nothing on a regular basis is very healthy for your mind, body, and emotional life, especially if you find that you're really wearing yourself thin. Often times, we are encouraged by the actions of our fast-paced, high-information society to believe that staying busy is a normal and natural state of existence. Remember, there is no guilt in giving yourself some private downtime. How often you do nothing is up to you, but it should be a rejuvenating experience overall.
* Once you get good at doing nothing, you can use this time and energy to think of things, instead. This would not be doing "nothing," but thinking while shutting out the world. Focusing on one thing this way will help you to concentrate better than having your mind zoom over a million thoughts a minute.
* If you live in a small apartment, set aside a corner of a larger room with floor pillows, a softly scented candle and maybe a cozy throw. If these things aren't available, just find a quiet place for yourself.


Warnings

* At first you may feel nervous, jittery, and restless. Try to relax and understand that doing nothing does not mean that you're being unproductive or irresponsible. Keep in mind that you are doing this in order to clear your mind and ultimately extend your life so that you will have even more time. Ultimately, setting time aside to recharge your batteries will make you more productive, creative, and more able to concentrate in the long run, and that's very good for work, school, or other.


Related wikiHows

* How to Call in Sick When You Just Need a Day Off
* How to Meditate
* How to Buy Nothing
* How to Become a Taoist
* How to Be a Lazy College Student
* How to Be Thankful

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Stuff-Tacos


How to Stuff Tacos

Tacos are a delicious mexican food. They are often quite a pain to stuff, and doing this correctly can make eating them a lot more enjoyable. This article assumes all ingredients have been pre-prepared.
Steps

1. Hold the taco shell firmly in your weak hand, but not so hard that you crush the shell.
2. Get a heaped teaspoon of taco sauce and spread it along the base of your shell.
3. Get a tablespoon of minced beef and pour into the taco shell evenly on top of the salsa.
4. sprinkle grated cheese on top of the meat.
5. spinkle grated or finely chopped lettuce on top of the cheese.
6. Your taco is now complete. If you like, you can add other and more fillings, but it is best to leave your taco only half filled.


Tips

* If you would like broccomoli, this should be put in before the taco sauce.
* Tacos are great with refried beans set at the side.
* Other ingredients that you could use include greated carrot, corriander, rocket and tomato.


Warnings

* Do not overfill your taco. Overfilling makes eating the taco a lot messier and makes the taco shell crack easier. Half full is best.


Things You'll Need

* Taco shells
* Minced beef
* Taco sauce
* lettuce
* cheese


Related wikiHows

* How to Make Taco Soup
* How to Make Breakfast Tacos
* How to Properly Eat a Burrito
* How to Make Fully Grilled Burritos



I got this when I looked up 'rape'. :(

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Hide-an-Erection

How to Hide an Erection

As guys, we all have times when we're caught off guard with an erect member. It can be embarrasing and awkward, especially when you're a teen, or you are in an important meeting or such. Here is what you can do to avoid such embarrasing situations.
Steps

1. Clothes are key in concealing an erection. Never wear tight clothes, or clothes that restrict movement. Jeans can be good or bad, as looser jeans tend to shield the growth, and tighter jeans accentuate it. Khaki pants are said to be good for hiding the erection, as well.
2. Underclothes can also be a factor. As a general rule, underpants are better than boxers. However, realizing that many men prefer boxers, it is not necessary to wear underpants.
3. Loose shirts are great if you can get away with them. If you're at school or someplace casual, use an untucked shirt at groin length to hide the erection. Sweatshirts work even better.
4. When you can't get away with clothing, resort to dire measures! Physical barriers aid the concealment of this problem quite well. Get something between your member and the people you're around. Hiding it under a desk, putting a book in front of it (held casually with one hand, not obviously), or anything else you can think of is great for concealing it.
5. Another trick is simply time. Give it time and the darned thing will go away. Don't think about it, or it'll stay longer. Think about something engrossing--sports, politics, whatever. Some people find gross things to be effective in the neutralizing of an erection. Think of that video you saw in high school "The Miracle of Birth", and you should be okay.
6. The expression "walking it off" is great when applied to the theme of erections. Physical exercise gets rid of them rapidly.
7. Putting your hand in your pocket and holding your penis to the side can also help but it might hurt a little.
8. When all else fails, go to the bathroom and "tuck it in" pointing up and held with the waistband of your trousers. Don't make it hurt, just hold it in place. The erection will be much less noticeable, and will go away presently. Then, pull up your waistband and free your poor penis.


Tips

* Don't think about sexual attraction while you have an erection; it'll make things worse.
* NEVER "flex". It's hard to explain, but if you're a guy, then you understand. Flexing will increase blood flow to the penis and make your erection last longer. Control the urge.


Warnings

* Don't do anything to hurt your penis. It's better to be embarrased for a moment than damage your child-bearing, urine-flushing member for life.

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Juggalo

How to Be a Juggalo

A Juggalo is a member of the subculture that has grown up around the fanbase of the Detroit rap group Insane Clown Posse, and related recording artists at Psychopathic Records.
Steps

1. Begin to listen to the Insane Clown Posse (ICP), Twiztid, Blaze Ya Dead Homie or anyone who is or has been on Psychopathic.
2. Learn about The Dark Carnival.
3. Become fluent in using words like, Ninja, WOO WOO, Feminem, etc.
4. Drink Faygo.
5. Dress like a juggalo, buy baggy pants, over-sized t-shirts with your favorite Psychopathic Artists on them, cut your hair in a way that your mom or society wouldn't approve of.
6. Hang out with people who like Psychopathic.
7. Paint your face in the style of ICP and other Psychopathic Records artists.
8. Diss Eminem and anyone related to him.
9. Claim that you listened to ICP before The Riddlebox came out.
10. Talk smack on Esham for leaving Psychopathic.


Tips

* Be yourself.
* Know that you don't have to paint your face, it's an optional part of the lifestyle. However, if you do decide to do it, take a good look at pictures of ICP and practice before going out in public.


Warnings

* Don't try too hard.
* Being a juggalo is a way of life, not a fashion statement.


External Links

* Official ICP Site
o Juggalo Music Radio
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# http://www.ninjanewz.com/

[Emu]

How to Have a High Level Char (Game)

this article shows you the basics to have a high level account and avoid being called "noob. n33b, newb, newbie, nooblette, etc." It can help you to a better gaming experience.
Steps

1. Keep on training your character, quests are problems to think of LATER, after you have achieved a high level of atleast 40.
2. Ignore insults and respond nicely, insulting other people back will only lead to blacklisting of your account OR permanent banning, depending on the offense.
3. Be polite, ask for help as minute as possible, it may lead to insulting of another player because of your lack of knowledge and skills.


Tips

* ask help from:
* high level people that seem polite and experienced enough that has patience to guide newbies
* or just add janine25 when you play runescape, thats my account and i will help you in any way possible.
* set your recovery questions, it can help you recover your account if it is hacked


Warnings

* NEVER say your password if one promises to take it to a higher level...he will only steal your account and have little chance to take it back, your password ISNT blocked in public or private chat report anyone who asks for your password or money without anything in return.

[Fathom Zero]

http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Just-Like-Paris-Hilton

> Categories > Being

How to Be Just Like Paris Hilton

Is Paris Hilton your idol? Do you really really want to be like her? Then this is the place for you!
Steps

1. First, buy a small dog and give it a cute name like Tinkerbell. Dress it up in its own clothes! Ideal dogs are small, cute and will fit in a bag! Ideal outfits are pink tutus or anything pink! Buy a nice, designer bag, and if you don't have the money, buy a fake one off the internet! Put your dog in it and make sure everyone can see it!
2. Next, if you are not blond, go blond! Anything but blond is SO not Paris! Try a very light, platinum blond and make sure you look after your hair! Alternate from straight to curly, tied up in a high ponytail to in low pigtails...etc!
3. Develop a love for pink! Everything you own must be pink! If you are still in school, flaunt your love of pink with folders, bags, pens...all in pink! Make sure everyone knows your fave color!
4. The only shoes you ever wear must be high! Heels are your best friend! Most of your shoes should be pink! Try and get a huge selection of shoes, even if they are not very expensive!
5. Buy some huge, over sized sunglasses and never take them off! Paris style glasses would be pink with diamentes, or white framed! You can find these in most shops! If you want to accessories further, try cool headbands or cute dangly earrings with some sparkle on them!
6. Get your own catchphrase that you say all the time! Something cute like 'Thats hot!' Say it, and make sure people know it is YOURS!
7. Even if you are brainy, act dumb!
8. You must have one best friend that you do everything with! Fall out a lot and have a lot of arguments! Be seen everywhere with them, and do exactly the same thing! Never, ever be on your own! This friend is like your assistant, they should follow you and be willing to do anything for you! Don't treat her like rubbish! And make sure she is blond, and wears all the latest fashion!
9. Have lots of boyfriends! Make sure they totally worship you and shower you with gifts! Try and find a rich boyfriend, you can find these in cool, popular clubs, which you should be hanging around in!
10. Go shopping and spend all your cash! If you don't have that much money, get some posh, designer bags and stuff your 'cheap' carrier bags in! Then you will still look like a star!
11. Be friends with the 'in' gang! You are very popular, remember, so make sure you are nice to all the right people!
12. Love yourself! Because you are soooo A-list!


Tips

* Your clothes are important! Always choose something pink if you are stuck for ideas! Try cute miniskirts and patterned tops!
* Wear Paris's perfume!
* Acting like a whore is just like Paris Hilton, but follow the info in the warnings section so you don't get STDs.


Warnings

* Whorish behavior, (like the kind Paris engages in), can be dangerous to your health. Remember- when you are filming your own amateur porn, use protection!


Things You'll Need

* Protection
* an Animal
* No Self-Esteem


Related wikiHows

* How to Pamper Yourself Like a Celebrity
* How to Look Great on a Budget
* How to Have a Great Conversation
* How to Wear Platform Shoes
* How to Lead a Celebrity Life

[liquidstatik]

http://www.wikihow.com/Pet-a-Cat



How to Pet a Cat

Petting a cat may sound simple, but children should know the do's and dont's of this deceptively complex task. Using too much force can agitate the cat, causing her to bite or scratch. Being able to pet a cat or kitten properly will allow you to maintain a good relationship with your feline companion.
Steps

1. Get down to the cat's level. This makes you seem interesting, without being threatening, to the cat.
2. Let the cat sniff you before petting her, so she can become comfortable with you. Extend a hand or finger, and allow the cat to touch its nose to your finger(s).
3. Watch for signs that the cat is interested. If the cat is rubbing her head or body up against you, chances are she is welcoming you to pet it.
4. Look for body language and facial expressions. Cats sometimes do not want to be petted.
5. Start off by rubbing her head lightly with your fingers. If she closes her eyes, that means she is enjoying it.
6. Continue to pet the cat, slowly working your way to the end of her back (before the tail).
7. If the cat goes on her back or side, chances are she wants you to rub her stomach. You can tickle the stomach, pat it and rub it, but do not use excessive force!
8. Know your cat's limits. Some cats like to be petted hard (usually the larger, more lean ones). If this is the case, pet or pat your cat using mild to medium force. Take note of her reaction.
9. Stop petting the cat right away if at any point she hisses, scratches at you, or attempts to bite you.


Tips

* Children and the disabled should be supervised when petting a cat. They can easily agitate it, causing the cat to bite or scratch.
* Do not make sharp sudden movements; cats get scared easily.
* Be gentle! Especially with kittens.
* Stroke cats from head to tail. Your cat probably doesn't want his or her fur ruffled up.
* When dealing with a nervous or shy cat, a treat may help encourage the cat to allow petting.


Warnings

* Do not use nails!
* If a cat bites you or scratches you, let it cool off before trying to pet it again.
* Do not be rough.
* Seek medical assistance if you are wounded due to a serious bite or scratch.
* If the cat shies away or runs off, do not chase it. You will only scare it.
* Always be careful interacting with an animal you don't know. Even a perfectly friendly and healthy looking cat may be carrying a disease or suddenly bite. When in doubt, leave the cat alone or call animal control if the cat has no collar.

[Sam]

THIS ONE IS FOR JUTTIN

http://www.wikihow.com/Deal-With-the-Suicide-of-a-Loved-One

How to Deal With the Suicide of a Loved One


It may seem so hard to get through those first couple of months, but with some tips, it won't be so terrible.
Steps

1. Think back to the good times. Whenever you go through tough times, remember the positive things about the person's life.
2. Remember that it was the mental problem that killed him. The person who you used to know would never do this to you.
3. If you believe in God, believe that God will forgive someone who committed suicide because he or she was ill, and in a childlike state of mind.
4. Remember they are in a better place now and someday you shall be with them too.


Tips

* Remember the good times
* Talk to others about it
* Try to stay strong, but don't be afraid to cry


Warnings

* Any depression or sadness that is prolonged should be reported to your doctor immediately.
* Any thoughts of death or dying yourself should be reported immediately.

[Emu]

How to Love Your Dog
Best friends

Any living animal deserves love. Here is how to give the best to your canine pal.
Steps

1. Give your dog plenty of exercise. When your dog needs to go out, take him or her out. You will know he needs to because he will give you pleading looks, stand by the door, bark, etc. There may be whining, scraping and barking accompanying the need for exercise outdoors as well.
2. Pet him. If he puts his head in your lap, scratch behind his ears. Dogs just want to be loved. They love neck and tummy scratches and a dog massage is one of the best ways to show your affection for your dog.
3. Reward your dog. Many dogs, and Goldens in particular, exist to please their owners, and they will do it. You have to reward them. Give them treats that are healthy and made specially for dogs. You don't have to buy the treats, you can make excellent ones yourself at home.
4. Talk to your dog. Dogs love it when you talk to them. You will develop your own language together and share intimate moments. And no dog will ever tell you to stop going on about a bad day at the office!
5. Spend quality time with your dog. Your dog loves attention. Set aside time every day to spend just with your dog. Even if it's just lying in front of the TV together, stroking your dog's ears and resting together.
6. Prioritize yourself to your dog. Set regular and consistent times to feed your dog and take him or her for walks. Your dog will love you for it because it's doing him or her a world of good for their well-being. Doing things for your dog at the same time every day will let it know what to expect at that time.
7. Cherish your dog. Always respect your dog and the love that your dog has brought into the house. Be kind, caring and considerate in the way that you treat your dog. Your dog is a family member.
8. Give your dog a comfortable place of its own. Your dog's sleeping area should be its alone, not to be shared with piles of washing or storage boxes. Make sure it is out of the way of people who walk through and other annoyances.


Tips

* Check out tips on the internet and at your local library on dog training. Part of loving your dog is teaching it how to behave. Or enroll in an obedience school.
* Although particular commands are important, also talk to your dog in plain English along with these commands. Your speech is full of inflections and patterns that your dog will understand, even if it doesn't know that details of what you're saying. Similarly, never lie to your dog. Dogs can sense it.


Warnings

* Don't overdo it. If you tackle your dog in a way that goes beyond just playful roughing, they might retaliate in an unwanted way.


Things You'll Need

* Dog
* Love
* Patience
* Time

[Fathom Zero]

http://www.wikihow.com/Escape-from-a-Bear

How to Escape from a Bear

Bears are among nature’s most majestic creatures, and seeing one in the wild is an unforgettable experience. Get too close, however, and your encounter with a bear can be more terrifying than awe-inspiring. Fortunately, despite humans’ continued encroachment into “bear country," attacks on people are rare, and fatalities are even rarer. Still, bears are immense, powerful wild animals, and any meeting between bears and humans can potentially turn deadly. Do you know what to do if you find yourself face to face with a bear? Read on, and hike safely.
Steps

1. Avoid close encounters. If you can prevent an encounter with a bear, the rest of the steps are unnecessary. As luck would have it, bears are reclusive creatures, and they generally prefer to steer clear of humans. You can help them to do so by announcing your presence when you’re exploring their home environment: talk loudly, sing, or carry "bear bells" so bears have time to escape you. Be sure to heed local bear advisories and practice proper food storage techniques while camping, and try to hike in open areas so that a bear can see you (or you can see it) from a distance. Leave dogs at home or keep them leashed. If you see bear tracks, make a detour or leave the area. Avoid surprising bears.

2. Keep your distance. If you see a bear from a long distance (greater than 300 feet), leave the area. If you need to continue on, make a wide detour around the bear. If the bear has not seen you, do not disturb it: retreat calmly and quietly, and then make ample noise when you are well away to prevent future chance encounters. If the bear sees you, begin speaking in a low, calm voice (it doesn’t matter what you say) and retreat slowly, keeping an eye on the bear but avoiding direct eye contact. Your goal is to communicate to the bear that you are human (i.e. that you can defend yourself and are not frightened) while also letting it know that you are non-threatening, and that you are leaving its territory.

3. Stand tall, even if the bear charges you. If the bear sees you and is closer than 300 feet, or if the bear is approaching you, remain calm and try to look as large as possible. Try to back away slowly—do not run—and speak softly. If the bear continues to approach as you back away, stop and stand your ground. Speak more loudly in a deep, calm voice, and wave you arms to make yourself look bigger. Keep an eye on the bear, but avoid direct eye contact. Do not be aggressive, but do not crouch down, play dead or otherwise show fear or vulnerability. If the bear charges you, muster all your courage and stay where you are: the charge is most likely a bluff, and if you stand your ground the bear will turn away.

4. Know your bear. The steps you take to survive an encounter with a bear will depend in part on the type of bear. North America has three kinds of bears: grizzly bears (brown bears), black bears, and polar bears. Polar bears, of course, are easily recognizable, and their range is limited to the far northern latitudes. Grizzlies and black bears cannot necessarily be identified by their colors. Grizzly bears can weigh up to 800 lbs., and they are distinguished by a prominent shoulder hump and a rump lower than the shoulder. Black bears are typically smaller (up to 400 lbs.), and have a rump higher than or at roughly the same level as the shoulder. If you see tracks, grizzly bears have claw marks well separated from the paw imprints, while black bears’claw marks will be quite close to the paw imprint.

5. "Shrink" the bear. A little bear psychology can go a long way—your response to an attack should be shaped by the bear’s motivations. First, if a bear appears to be stalking you (disappearing and reappearing, for example), or if a bear attacks at night, it most likely sees you as food, and any attack will be predatory. If you surprise a bear on the trail, if the bear has cubs, or if the bear is eating from or protecting a carcass, the bear will most likely be acting in self-defense.

6. Climb a tree only under the right circumstances. Black bears are adept climbers, so climbing a tree will do you no good with one of them. Grizzlies, too, can climb a little, and they can reach up to 12 feet into the tree from the ground. Only consider climbing a tree if you encounter a grizzly and you are confident you can make it well up (at least 15 feet, but preferably 30 feet) into a sturdy tree by the time the bear reaches you. Bears are fast, so do not try to race a bear to a tree—you will lose. This approach is usually only viable if you are right next to the tree, and you’re a good climber.

7. Play dead if a grizzly bear or polar bear makes a non-predatory attack. If the bear (other than a black bear) is attacking you in self-defense, you can put it at ease (and save yourself) by playing dead by lying completely flat on the ground. Do so only after the bear makes contact with you or tries to do so. (In the past, bear experts recommended that one fall to the ground in a fetal position but researchers have since proven that doing this only allows the bear to easily flip over the human in question.) To play dead, lie flat on the ground protecting your vital parts with the ground, and your arms protecting your neck with your hands laced behind the neck. Keep your legs together and do not struggle. Once the bear leaves your immediate vicinity, wait several minutes before carefully looking to see if the bear is still around. A bear may look back and may return if it sees you moving.

8. Fight a black bear attack or any predatory attack. If the bear is a black bear, or if you have determined that the bear sees you as food (this is actually quite rare, and more common with black bears and, some say, polar bears than with grizzlies), your only chance of escape is to fight it or scare it away. Hit the bear with rocks, pots, pans, sticks or fists—anything handy, really. The odds may seem against you in a fight, but bears generally do not see humans as prey, and a bear that makes a predatory attacks is usually immature, starving, or wounded, and may easily be scared away if you hit it.


Tips


* While a bear standing on its hind legs appears very intimidating, this is usually a gesture of curiosity, and the bear is just trying to get a better look at you.

* Carry bear spray. Bear spray is pepper spray in a specially designed container, and it has proven to be an invaluable deterrent. You will need to wait until the bear is close to you, however (about 15-20 feet), before you can effectively deploy it. Be careful, though. Bears in some regions such as Yellowstone and The Grand Tetons have become accustomed to bear spray. When they are sprayed, they will turn their heads. A direct spray to the face is the only way you will be able to deter a bear. In most cases, you will only have one shot at this, so make it your best. A way to get around this is to spray a quick short spray at the bear. If the bear turns on this spray you will not have wasted all your spray.

* If you have a firearm, only use it as a last resort. Most bear attacks can be deescalated without killing the bear. If you must shoot a bear, wait until it is close (30 or 40 feet at most), and aim for the low neck or front shoulder area. Bears have extremely thick skulls, and head shots often will not bring a bear down.

* If you need to play dead and you’re wearing a large backpack, the pack will add some protection to your vital areas, and you can lie on your stomach with your hands clasped behind your neck. Use your legs and elbows to try to prevent the bear from flipping you over, but do not struggle. If you look dead and harmless, a defensive bear will usually leave you alone.

* Bears run extremely fast but due to their heavy weight and short front legs they are much slower running downhill. If you are on a slope you may try to escape from the bear by running downhill.

* Do not keep food in your tent when camping. Always use proper food storage containers or suspend your food at least four meters off the ground using a park food pole or suspended between two trees. Remember that most species of bear are excellent climbers.

* Bears are attracted to smells, so keep all your trash together and don't keep it near where you are sleeping.

* Never surprise a bear — let it know you're coming. Many hikers like to walk with cow bells or tie small bells to their feet, but many bear experts say this is not as good as talking, singing or clapping loudly as you walk. Bears are a lot more likely to recognize you as human by your voice than by a bell.

* If possible, walk upwind — that is, with your back to the wind. Let your scent alert any bears to your presence.

* Parks Canada recommends leaving dogs at home. A barking dog does all the things that are most likely to infuriate a bear and, if it encounters a bear, it might actually run back to you for help — with an angry bear in pursuit!

* Whenever you go into the woods, make sure people know where you are going, and take a cell phone/mobile with you.

* Stay calm the whole time - rash decisions are usually bad ones.


Warnings

* Never get between a mother bear and her cubs.
* Do not attempt to play dead if a bear enters your camp, particularly at night. Such a bear is looking for food and may perceive you as a meal. Fight the bear in this case.
* Avoid spending time near bears’ food sources. Walking near animal carcasses, berry patches, and fish streams increases your chance of meeting a bear. In addition, the sound of rushing water can make it very difficult for a bear to hear you as you approach.
* Bear spray is an effective deterrent, but the scent of its resin can actually attract bears. Discard empty bear spray containers, and do not try to spray a perimeter of pepper spray as a preventative measure.
* Do not discharge bear spray into the wind. Bear spray is only useful in ideal circumstances. If conditions are windy, try to avoid using bear spray, as it can actually shift with the wind and potentially blind you temporarily, giving the bear an edge on you.
* Do not feed bears. Not only is it illegal in all of Canadian and U.S. national parks, it also trains bears to associate humans with an easy food supply and leads them to lose their fear of humans. This might make them a danger to other campers — and ultimately lead to them being killed by park or wildlife officials.
* At night, always walk with a flashlight. This will also help warn any bears.
* Use bells and reduce your speed when mountain biking through woods in bear country. Mountain bikes move too fast to allow a bear time to know you’re coming, and you are liable to surprise a bear when speeding around a corner.
* Never attempt to play dead with a black bear or a bear that appears to consider you prey. If the bear begins to maul you after you have played dead, you have no choice but to fight back.
* NOTE: "bear bells" are potentially ineffective. Make natural sounds if possible.


Things You'll Need

* Flashlight at night
* Noisemakers
* Bear spray in a can
* Firearm, if you know how to use one, and can be extremely responsible in deciding when to shoot a bear and when not to shoot a bear. Understand the laws regarding firearms in your area.

[Emu]

How to Fight an Enemy With God

To truly conquer an enemy, it helps to have God on your side. Fight your opponent through God and you will win every time.
Steps

1. Know what you want and how you are going to get there.
2. Determine why you want to win this fight.
3. Ask yourself how this person came to be your enemy. Review your whole history with this person.
4. Pray to the enemy. Ask God to touch the person's heart.
5. Ask God to make this person change and feel guilty.
6. Hug the person in your mind and say how you were hurt. Ask God to wrap your enemy in peace and love.

[Chojin]

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[Emu]

How to Act Like Hatake Kakashi



It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with How to Act Like Hinata Hyuga. (Discuss)

He's simply the COOLEST anime character of all time. Why wouldn't you want to be him? Even though you can't be excatly like him it is always fun to act like him. It is not a hard thing to do,but don't try to hard or you will break your bones climbing up a tree. You wouldn't want that.
Steps

1. Look incredibly laid back and lazy.
2. Cover your left eye with a headband.
3. Read dirty books in your spare time.
4. ALWAYS show up at least an hour late to anything.
5. Cover your mouth at all times.
6. Wear a green vest with many pockets.
7. Have a shuriken/kunai holder strapped to your leg.
8. Find a guy (...or GAI haha..get it?) to start making various competitions with you..that only he/she cares about.


Tips

* dye your hair white
* get a dog pack
* pick up 3 younger kids and teach them your ninja ways
* value friendship above all else


Warnings

* Its just for fun, dont take it too seriously because after all you cant climb trees with only using your feet or walk on water by controling your chakra.

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Play-a-Massive-Multiplayer-Online-Role-Playing-Game

How to Play a Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game

Are you tired of playing Playstation 2 online and X box Live all the time? Have you ever wished you could play a game online with thousands of other people? In this WikiHow i am going to teach you how to play MMORPG.
Steps

1. The first thing you have to do is choose the game you want to play. Choose if you want it to be modern or medevil space based or earth based. Most MMORPGs you have to pay for but there are some that are free
2. Next thing you have to do is buy it or download it. After that all you have to do is go to the website and register and put in all the info that is needed.
3. After you do that you have to log on and create a character. Make a creative name nothing like Bobby or Joe but something like Clockspeaker or something. I advise you not to do Supercooldude23124212441412414 those names are just stupid and may lead to character deletion or even ban if name is also too offencive.
4. Once you get into the game world ask the closest person to you "where is the nearest place to get experience" they will say something pretty close by so just go there and fight and you'll be set.


Tips

* Don't beg too much for the games currency or armor, it is annoying and bad habit.
* Don't be afraid to ask for help from a game master or someone
* Talk to people...thats the reason you decided to get on a MMORPG right?
* Try to be a good speller and if you mispell a word and you know you mispelled it type *word that you mispelled
* Try serching MMORPG on google that should give you a few choices
* Be nice. It's the best thing to do. If you are nice and helpful to others, most likely they will want to help you! And they may be really good at said MMORPG...score!
* When you have learned how to be on that server and you wish to be 'Game Master' or 'Dungeon Master', (players who can do almoust everything with 'god-like-powers') dont ask to be one. If you ask, they surely wont take you in the team.


Warnings

* Watch out for hackers! Don't give your password to anyone no matter what they say, even if they claim to be staff.
* Do not cheat! If you cheat, you WILL ruin your gaming fun and you WILL get banned.
* Remember, it is just a game. If you have bad times in game, blame the game, not the others.
* Watch out for scammers! If you are new to game, you surely dont know much from game, so talk, speak, ask. Because there is always guys trying to steal items from you somehow. Do not get fooled.


Things You'll Need

* Some extra money
* A credit card or debit card or a game time card
* Typing skills
* Good skill to speak/understand language what server uses. (Not needed really, but it makes you feel much better if you can talk and understand the language they are speaking.)

[Fathom Zero]

From searching "Camel"

http://www.wikihow.com/Make-the-Most-out-of-Ramadhan

How to Make the Most out of Ramadhan

It doesn't matter if you're a city slicker with a high stress job and a long commute or a stay at home mum with a menagerie of kids to manage, you can get into Ramadhan mode and reap the benefits of this month too!
Steps

1. (Pre Ramadhan) Shape up your soul: Prepare yourself spiritually by fasting on Mondays, Thursdays and the 13th, 14th, 15th of the lunar calendar in Shaa'baan. Wake up earlier than usual (even half an hour before Fajr will do) and pray. Read the Qur'an after Fajr even if it's only for 10-15 minutes. Stock up on interesting Islamic lectures that you can listen to during the day or on your way to work. If you're cooking or waiting in a line or have some free time, do thikr.
2. Detox your body: Stifle the urge to munch snacks at odd moments or when you're bored. Drink lots of water, and avoid endless cups of coffee and tea. Start with a complex carbohydrate breakfast that releases energy slowly and allows you to stay energised through the day. Have a light meal at the end of day with lots of fruit, vegetables, live culture yogurt and salad.
3. Free your mind: Get rid of all those erototoxins that are generated by watching music videos or listening to music and the anxiety hormones produced by watching the news on TV. Wean yourself off TV, read an interesting Islamic book instead.
4. Tie your camel: Do what it takes to keep you organised in Ramadhan. Shop for groceries in advance, prepare large batches of food and freeze them, chop vegetables and store them in airtight containers.
5. (During Ramadhan) Wake up to eat the pre-dawn meal (suhoor) and stay up to read a portion of the Qur'an before and after Fajr.
6. Try and get a little shut-eye in the day -- even a half hour nap will leave you feeling refreshed.
7. Be nice. A major aspect of Ramadhan is being charitable to others and controlling oneself...bite your tongue, count to 10 if you're having a hard day. If someone's out to give you a bad time, tell them you're fasting.
8. Give generously. It doesn't matter if it's a smile to a co-worker or a hundred pounds to a homeless derelict, it's the season to give sadaqah (not to mention the Prophet's Sunnah).
9. Don't overeat at iftaar. Start with dates and something liquid (water, juice, milk, shorbaa, a smoothie) and eat sparingly of the spread. Save your main meal for later in the night. If you're cooking iftaar, bake and broil instead of frying.
10. Drink up! To combat dehydration, drink lots of water between iftaar and suhoor -- try having at least two glasses of water at a go. Keep off fizzy drinks and opt for herbal teas or unsweetened juices.
11. Attend and organise community iftaars and taraweeh. Don't forget to invite people who tend to get overlooked. Focus on 'connecting' with others in the community and discovering common ground, instead of 'networking'.
12. Save some 'Just Me and You' time with Allah. It's easy to get overwhelmed by life and forget that this month is essentially about renewing one's personal connection with God. The Qur'an says (the translation of which means): "When you are free from your affairs, then turn to your Lord." Wake up in the night and pray as much as is easy for you. Stay in seclusion (i'tikaaf) if you can for a part of the month, even if it's only a weekend.
13. Seek the Night of Power. There is a night in Ramadhan that is considered better than a 1000 months, by virtue of the blessings that descend in it. Seek the Night of Power in the last ten days of the month.
14. Make arrangements to give Zakaat al-Fitr on time (before the 'Eid prayer).
15. (Post-Ramadhan)Ramadhan presents a great opportunity to regulate our lives. The best benefit that can be derived from Ramadhan is to carry the lessons learned from it -- moderation and discipline -- to the year that follows.
16. If you're among the group of people who are exempted from fasting -- persons traveling and the ill whose illness can be made worse by fasting; menstruating women and women with post-partum bleeding; pregnant and nursing women; people who are not capable of fasting, either due to old age or incurable diseases -- there's still something to be gained. Feeding the poor on the days one is unable to fast is a highly recommended act.


Tips

* Shop for groceries in bulk and prepare food that won't spoil on keeping in large batches and freeze.
* Invite people over for iftaar on weekends.
* To avoid heartburn, line your stomach with a bland, alkaline food before starting on fried, spicy stuff.


Warnings

* Ramadhan comes around just once every year ...who knows if we'll be around next year to make all our resolutions come true? Seize the day!

[Emu]

How to Appear Normal In Front of Your Enemy or Competitor

Do you find it really difficult to appear normal and unaffected whenever your enemy appears? How many times have you made a fool of yourself publicly by behaving abnormally or viciously in front of your enemy or competitor? Here are some easy to follow steps to remain cool as a cucumber - even when the most hated person on your list pops up in front of you.


Steps

1. As soon as you see the enemy, start counting from one to ten under your breath to ease any anger, tension or frustration caused by seeing him or her.
2. Flash your best and widest smile. A smile baffles the enemy further because they wonder why you are smiling at them.
3. If possible, go to the enemy and shake hands with them, inquiring very confidently about their health, life and work.
4. Shower them with some praise about their appearance or any other trait you dislike most, making the trait appear to be their best point.
5. Be as sweet as possible in extending any sort of help, advice, guidance or support you are capable of offering them.
6. Don't repeat this whenever you see your enemy, sometimes just ignore him/her,that's to avoid being turned into a joke, especially if the enemy is amongest friends.
7. Bid them good-bye, leaving them flabbergasted and shocked by your behavior.


Tips

* Don't smile so much that the sides of your mouth crack up and your true devilish self becomes obvious.
* Subtlety is the key here. Be very subtle in showering praises on them. Too much praise may appear to be an insult.
* Don't spend a lot of time with the contact. Your impatience may get the better of your good sense.
* Don't go crazy with the flattering. It will make you look foolish.

Warnings

* Observe the reactions of the enemy to your changed behavior.
* If the enemy doesn't appear to be very keen on listening to you, it is advisable to leave without uttering another word.
* Don't be fooled by their sweet response to you. Remember, they may be putting up the same pretense as you are.

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Use-an-Internet-Forum

How to Use an Internet Forum

Using an internet forum can be a very enjoyable experience if approached with the right attitude and the right knowledge. Learn how to do it here.
Steps

1. Fill out a registration and provide some information in order to become a member of an internet forum.
2. When you first begin to post, be polite. You will feel intimidated by veteran users at first, but don't start a "Hi, I'm new" topic or anything like that. If you're respectful to older members, you will earn your own respect in due time.
3. Be very thoughtful about your posts, and follow all of the rules as you advance in ranks and your reputation becomes better.
4. Have a good time and enjoy the friends you have made and the laughs you have shared in the forum!


Tips

* You should read some of the posts in a forum before joining. If you don't like what you are seeing, save yourself the trouble and don't join.
* Always follow the established rules of a forum.
* Don't become obsessed about your post count or forum ranking. The only way to garner praise and respect is with good, thoughtful posting. Lots of meaningless posts will get you nowhere.


Warnings

* In order to stay safe, don't share personal information such as full name, phone number, or address to anyone else in the forum.


External Links

* http://schoop.x.am
* http://www.myspace.com
* http://www.zenhex.com
* http://www.inthe00s.com

[Emu]

How to Look Emo

What it means to dress emo...
Steps

1. The Emo Romulan look - short, thick, greasy, dyed-black hair with bangs cut straight across the forehead, and cut high over the ears. Someone from 'Time In Malta' recently described to me the San Diego Crimson Curse scene as 'Spock Rock'.
2. Actually, any greasy dyed black hair. Bangs in front and spikes in back is very Emo too.
3. Clunky black shoes and odd colored scarves.
4. Horn-rim glasses, or at least thick black frames.
5. Bald head, furry face (boys only), goes especially well with horn-rims.
6. Heavy slacks, often too tight and short.
7. Thin, too-small polyester button-ups in dark colors, or threadbare children's size t-shirts with random slogans. Button the collar if you've got one.
8. Gas station jackets. This has diffused a lot over the years though, it's no longer exclusive to Emo kids. Nowadays, you may want to select a nice corduroy denim jacket.
9. Also classic outerwear but quickly diffusing to normality: the famous Blue Peacoat.
10. Barrettes on boys
11. Make-up (male or female).
12. Too-small cardigans and v-neck sweaters.
13. Anorexic thinness. Vegan-ism helps here.


Tips

* To Get The anorexic look become A Vegan.
* Cry A lot. About everything to do with the Emo look .
* Dye your hair black or have black in your hair.
* An important characteristic of any true emo kid is the sweep haircut. Just remember: Short in the back and on the sides, long sweeping greasy bangs (preferably that cover tear-filled lined eyes).
* Download the song "Emo Kid". That should give you an idea.


Warnings

* Some people very much dislike Emos' so be warned that you might be hated.
* Cutting is stupid. Don't do it. Your parents will take you to a therapist and you could accidentally cut a vein and have a trip to the hospital. Plus, there are other ways of releasing your thoughts such as journalling.
* Dont Starve yourself, just become a Vegan


Things You'll Need

* THINGS TO MATCH THE LOOK ---
* Black Nail Polish
* Black Clothes
* Tight Pants
* Ribbons 4 Your Hair
* A Poetry Book
* Ability to cry easily
* A Whiny Attitude
* Hair Gel

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Start-Rapping

How to Start Rapping

So you want to become a rapper. Well you came to the right spot. When you have finished reading every word of this page, your rapping skills will definitely improve.
Steps

1. Start off by freestyling. (Freestyling means rapping without having time to write anything down.) Practice freestyling with your friends and improve at this.
2. Move on to writing rhymes yourself and learn more rhymes.
3. Start recording your rhymes with/without a beat. This is important because you wont know how good you are until you actually hear yourself.
4. Start making demos and improve your 'flow'. This is all about the timing and your pace, flow is very important.
5. Remember to practice freestyling all the time and keep at practice.
6. If making a song, do the beats first then try to rap over it.


Tips

* Never bite lines (steal somebody else's rhymes)!
* Form a crew with other MCs to learn from one another.
* Once you have written your rhymes, you should improve them by counting up how many syllables are in each line, then editing them so there is relatively the same amount. This will improve your flow.
* Keep it real. This means to rap about what's real as opposed to writing rhymes about something thats just plain not true. For example, don't say something like, you have a bazooka and a tech nine, 'cause you most likely don't.
* A rhyming dictonary will definitely help.


Warnings

* If you don't keep it real or if you bite lines from others, especially famous rappers you will get dissed by a million other MCs.
* Do not drop out of school to become a rapper because there's a very small chance, even if you're talented.


Things You'll Need

* Basically you just need a pen and paper to start. But on the other hand if you are more serious about rapping, you might need to buy some equipment to record.
* Rhyming dictionary. Only if you want some extra help.


Related wikiHows

* How to Freestyle Rap


External Links

* LetsBeef.com is a website that allows you to freestyle battle over real beats.
* www.hiphop-directory.com Another battling site
* Hip Hop Forum - An online forum where users can learn how to rap and share written raps
* Spoken vs. Written Spoken vs. Written is dedicated to the independent art of Rhyme.
* http://www.rhymingzone.com
* Hip Hop Forum - Practise rap battling against some of the best, and most helpful freestylers on the best place to become a better freestyler.

[Emu]

How to Celebrate Your Daughter's First Period

Congratulations on doing your part to give your daughter a positive attitude towards her changing body during puberty.
Steps

1. Cuddle up and tell her all about your own experience ~ she will love to know and it will be a special bonding time.
2. Plan her favourite meal at home ~ decorate the table with red napkins/glass beads/red candles!
3. Take her out for a meal in an expensive restaurant.
4. Send her her first bouquet of flowers by special delivery.
5. Give her a single red rose.
6. Purchase a piece of jewelry with a red stone or ruby. This will be treasured and could even become an heirloom, passed down from mother to daughter for generations to come!
7. Make up a 'First Period' gift basket. Some items you could include:
* A ruby necklace, ring or bracelet
* A red candle
* Samples of Sealed Sanitary Items ~ eg: Tampon/Panty Liner/Sanitary Towel in a little gauze bag
* Deodorant
* Pretty underwear
* Hand towel
* A Wheatbag (for abdominal pains)
* Purchase a good book on Periods/Puberty that your daughter can read
* Cleansing Lotions/Wipes
* Soap
* Cosmetic Bag and Make-Up
* A Journal (see external link below for a free one!)


External Links

* http://www.brainegames.com/puberty.htm

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Flirt-with-a-Guy

How to Flirt with a Guy

Learn how to flirt step by step. Impress the guy you like, and play flirtacious games! Show the guy you like him, and you may be surprised when you find out that he likes you too.
Steps

1. Approach him and start a conversation, but don't make it too obvious that you like him. If he approaches you, look him in the eyes as a sign of affection and confidence.
2. Try to touch him whenever you can, on his arm or wherever else. Don't make it too obvious.
3. Play with your hair or clothing.
4. Talk sexy around him to get his attention, and lick your lips, but don't change your voice too much. This can be a turn-off. Instead, just sweeten your voice a little, make yourself sound happy.
5. Once you've got his attention, look him in the eyes and smile. If he smiles back, slowly look down, and repeat. Guys like girls who can show off their smile.
6. Don't make it too obvious when he's around his friends, unless you know that he likes you.
7. Laugh with him, and help him to feel comfortable around you.
8. Find a reason to whisper something in his ear.
9. Don't try to be someone you aren't. You attract the kind of person you are. Don't pretend to be a sportsy type when you're really a poet.
10. Talk about what you have in common, and ask questions about what you don't. People love to feel like they're interesting. (And heck, they probably are, too.)
11. Say his name a lot. This shows you're interested in who he is. Give him a nickname, so you two have a little inside joke to share. Most likely, he'll give you one, too!


Tips

* Don't flip your hair too much, instead find a small stray chunk and twist it around your fingers.
* Try not to make it obvious that you are flirting.
* Don't try too hard to impress him.
* Be yourself, and add some flirting to go with it.
* Don't flirt with someone else's boyfriend or husband it only leads to trouble.
* Auto-erotic touching (touch your lips, neck, chest with your fingers or hands) - it is something people do subconsciously when they like you, but you can manipulate it.
* Boss him around or call him names (in a nice way); anything to make him notice you. He won't take offense to the name calling if he likes you!
* Whenever he's around, make sure you're having fun (laughing, etc) so that he'll want to join in.
* Change your tone of voice when you're around him.
* Take a break every now and then to leave him wanting more.
* Massages are always nice.
* Tell him you had a dream about him. If he finds this kinda creepy, then just say it wasnt 'about' you, but you were there!
* Don't apply lipstick, chapstick, or lipgloss in front of him.
* Tell him you'd like to see him again if leaving, or mention that you'd like to try one of his hobbies.
* Listen carefully to what he says, and let him know you were listening through your conversation.
* Remember what he mentions in passing (it's the little things that count!) and bring it up later as a question. For example, he says "I've got to go home, I'm helping my sister study for her exam tomorrow." Later, you ask, "How did your sister (call her by her name if you know it - it shows you can put two and two together!) feel she went in the exam?"
* Do your research. If he mentions that he loves baseball, ask him if he watched the game on the weekend, and know the score or something that happened so you can talk about it. If you don't know much about what he likes (e.g. Baseball), get him to teach you something about it - he will feel knowledgable and important, and it's the perfect excuse to spend time with him!
* Ask to borrow things, or for help with something, but don't be too clingy. Show him that you can handle things for yourself most of the time. This way he will be intrigued by your independence.
* Hint about a movie you'd like to see.


Warnings

* Be careful that he's not leading you on so he can make a fool out of you.
* Don't dress like a slut or skank, instead leave a little to the imagination
* Make sure he doesn't have a girlfriend who will be a snob to you, if she finds out you've been flirting with him. She will have the right to be a snob to you, you're invading her relationship.
* Certain boys can sometimes be very unfair! So be careful if you tell any of his friends!
* Boys act differently around their mates.
* If his friends don't like you but he does you shouldn't let him keep you a secret. this just shows that he isn't proud of his woman and you want someone who wants you for you and doesn't care about what others think. You don't have to rush to say that you're in love or not; so don't trap him.
* Don't pretend to be interested in something just for the sake of flirting - if you decide to make a move, it might mean you end up pretending to be someone you're not.


Related wikiHows

* How to Ask a Guy Out
* How to Get a Guy to Notice You
* How to Act Around a Guy You Like

[Sam]

http://www.wikihow.com/Read-and-Write-in-1337

How to Read and Write in 1337

LEET (1337) is a written language or cipher used in e-mails, text messaging, and other electronic communication. The root of the term "leet" is the word "elite"--translated as 31337--and 1337 was initially developed as an exclusionary language: a way to encode text so that messages could only be read by the initiated. The defining characteristic of 1337 is substitution of symbols and numbers for letters (for example, in the term "1337," 1=L, 3=E and 7=T), but the language has also developed to include intentional misspellings, phonetic spelling, and new words. If you want to familiarize yourself with 1337, or if you're just curious about it, this article will explain the basics of how to read and write in this everchanging language.

Steps

1. Keep an open mind. 1337 isn't a static language like English or any other language! Reading 1337 can be difficult and the language may not always appear to make sense, especially since new words, random capitalizations and alternate spellings proliferate. You can learn basic guidelines for 1337, but there are no rules, and individuals alter the language to suit their own needs. It is important to keep in mind, however, that the same can be said for any language. All languages are living and changing; 1337 is simply very alive and changing quickly.
2. Think of the symbols as shapes and not as their meanings. For example, a 5 looks a bit like an S, as does a $, so either of these symbols (among others) could be substituted for an S. When writing in 1337, you can follow guidelines such as those below, you can use the same substitutions of symbols for letters that you see other people using, or you can make up your own substitutions.
3. Combine two or more symbols and numbers to make single letters, such as |= for F or |3 for B. Again, you will find some frequently-used combination substitutions, but don't be afraid to be creative when you're writing, and don't be discouraged if you come across something unfamiliar when you're reading.
4. Pay attention to context. If you can't figure out the meaning of a symbol, try to guess its meaning based on the letters (symbols) around it. This is a bit like playing hangman or Wheel of Fortune: you try to figure out the missing letter or letters by looking at the surrounding letters. The same can be said of whole words. If a word doesn't make sense, you might not be translating it right, or it might be unfamiliar slang. Try to guess its meaning by looking at adjacent words or the sentence which contains the word.
5. Familiarize yourself with common phonetic replacements. In addition to symbol-for-letter replacement, 1337 can include letters which substitute for other letters, sounds or words. For instance, f = ph, cks = xx, s = z or r = are. This practice is certainly not unique to 1337--you don't have to be a 1337$p34|<3r (leetspeaker) to figure out the phrase "i luv u."
6. Brace yourself for flagrant misspellings. Some, such as "kewl" (for "cool") are phonetic replacements, while others such as "teh" (for "the), or "ownt" (for "owned") have just grown into the language as an inside joke. Other variations, such as omission of vowels, are also common. "Creative" spelling is just part of 1337.
7. Learn new grammatical structures. 1337 users often deviate from standard English grammatical structures, and they have invented some grammatical devices of their own. For example, the suffix "0rz" can be added to a word to make it plural or to add emphasis, as in "r0xx0rz" for "rocks," where "r0xx" would substitute for "rocks". Another common suffix is "3d," used to indicate the past tense such that "rocked" becomes "r0xx0r3d," as is "7h47 r0xx0r3d" ("that rocked"). It has also become something of a convention to change verbs to nouns by preceding the verb with "the" or, especially, "teh."
8. Embrace acronyms. Though technically just chat-speak, the use of acronyms and abbreviations is common in 1337. There are a tremendous number of acronyms used in electronic communication, among them BTW ("by the way"), TTYL ("talk to you later"), and the ubiquitous LOL (generally meaning "laugh out loud"). Even the meaning of unfamiliar acronyms will probably become obvious if the letters are examined in context, for example ROFLBBQCOPTER ("ROFLBBQCOPTER") or ROFLB52BOMBER ("ROFLB52BOMBER"), and you can always make your own.
9. Expand your vocabulary. Though most of the "new" words in 1337 are simply misspellings of English words ("taht", for example, or "pwn"), some are actually new coinages, such as "nooblet"--this could be written, for example, as "n008137"--which denotes a "newbie," someone new to 1337 or something else. The best way to learn the vocabulary is to read a lot of 1337.
10. Adapt to inconsistency. Sometimes, you'll see people with 1337 "skillz," sometimes you'll see "5k1||5," and sometimes "$c1llz0r3d." Sometimes all three will be the same person writing in the same passage. There is a lot of inconsistency in 1337--get used to it.
11. cApItalizE at random. Random capitalization is arguably an integral part of 1337. Some writers employ a consistent method, such as capitalizing all letters except vowels or only ending letters, but many simply capitalize letters (where they are not replaced by symbols), whenever they want..
12. Practice reading 1337 and study the chart below. The only way to really learn 1337 is to absorb it by reading and writing a lot of it. You may find the chart useful, but due to the work of creative leetspeakers it is obviously incomplete.


1337 Chart

* Note:
o The commas are added to separate symbols
o The symbol | (Example: B = |3 ) is a "down-slash", or "pipe", and not a lower-case "L" or capital "i"
o The symbol ` (Example: T = 7` ) is not a standard apostrophe, but is a "Grave Accent" and is found on the tilde (~) key
o Also keep in mind that the use of /-/ for H for example, aren't used nearly as often as the normal letter in a quick conversation. To write an entire sentence this way would take three times as long, thus the quicker single symbol or letter substitutions are more often used.

* A = 4, /-\, @, ^, /\ , //-\\
* B = 8, ]3, ]8, |3, |8, ]]3
* C = (, { , [[
* D = ), [}, |), |}, |>, [>, ]])
* E = 3, ii
* F = |=,(=, ]]=
* G = 6, 9, (_>, [[6
* H = #, |-|, (-), )-(, }{, }-{, {-}, /-/, \-\, |~|, []-[], ]]-[[
* I = 1, !, |, ][, []
* J = _|, u|, ;_[], ;_[[
* K = |<, |{, ][<, ]]<, []<
* L = |,1, |_, []_, ][_
* M = /\/\, |\/|, [\/], (\/), /V\, []V[], \\\, (T), ^^, .\\, //., ][\\//][,
* N = /\/, |\|, (\), /|/, [\], {\}, ][\][, []\[]
* O = 0, (), <>, *, [[]]
* P = |D, |*, |>, []D, ][D
* Q = (,) or 0, or O, (Here the commas are necessary) [ [\] ] <- even better
* R = |2, |?, |-, ]]2 []2 ][2
* S = 5, $
* T = 7, +, ']', 7`, ~|~, -|-, ']['
* U = (_), |_|, \_\, /_/, \_/, []_[], ]_[
* V = \/ , \\//
* W = \/\/, |/\|, [/\], (/\), VV, ///, \^/, \\/\//
* X = ><, }{, )(
* Y = '/, %, `/, \j , ``//
* Z = 2, z, 7_


Tips

* Don't be afraid to go beyond your keyboard. You can open up a world of possibilities by using special characters, such as ©, ®, ¢, €, ¥, and £, in your 1337. If the application you're using provides a character map, you can use that to insert these symbols. Otherwise, you can make them in a word-processing application and paste them into another application (this often won't work, though), or enter them in HTML code (see external link), or just use the ASCII character escape sequence (hold down ALT and type the 4-digit ASCII code on your numeric keypad. i.e., ALT-0176 = ° ).
* Experiment with different amounts of 1337-ness when writing. It is technically possible to replace all letters in a word with other symbols, but then it becomes difficult to read and time-consuming to write. For example, "Saturday Night live is so funny!" can be translated to $47|_||2|)4% |\|19|-|7 |_1\/3 1$ $0 |=|_||\||\|%! at 100% 1337-ness (no original letters remain in the 1337 translation). At 50% the same phrase can be $475rP4% N19h7 |_1v3 1$ $0 ?|_|nn%! As you can see, the second translation is a little easier to read and write than the one before.
* One of the original uses for 1337 was to bypass filters for spam and obscenity (as in "pr0n" for "porn"), and while filters have made progress keeping up with 1337, it is still useful for that purpose, although the other members won't appreciate it.
* If you want to get really creative, you can download language packs or even get special keyboards (Cyrillic language keyboards, for example), to increase the number of characters you can use.
* While to date most 1337 has been based on English, it is increasingly spreading to other languages. Since it is not technically an independent language, but rather a code based on other languages, 1337 is incredibly versatile.
* Visit a 1337 translator and type in a few random sentences. Look at the letters from your sentence and compare them with what you get in the bottom. If you are able to change the percentage of 1337-ness, try it at 100% and compare, then try it at 75%, and 50%.
* It is very easy to change the setting so it shows 1337 on lots of websites. Its Good Practice. It works for Google, wikipedia, and lots more. (It may be called Hacker instead of 1337)

Warnings

* Use of 1337 on forums tends to annoy people and can get you banned. It is an indicator of your ignorance on most forums. Also, using 1337 to bypass spam filters is severely frowned upon.
* Creativity is fun and is rewarded in 1337 circles, but keep in mind that 1337 is still primarily a means of communication. Avoid making your 1337 writing completely incomprehensible. If nobody but you can read what you're writing, what's the point?


Related wikiHows

* How to Decode a Caesar Box Code
* How to Teach Yourself a New Language
* How to Write Bubble Letters
* How to Type a Different Language on Windows XP
* How to Speak Gibberish


External Links

* wikipedia on 1337
* How to insert special characters in HTML
* Microsoft parent's guide to 1337
* ECommerceTimes article on 1337
* 1337-English and English-1337 translator
* Ryan Ross' l33t sp34k g3Ner4+0r
* Online HTML leet speak translator
* Gooogle in 1337
* Urban Dictionary
* WHATIS

[liquidstatik]

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[Sam]

I THINK A LOT OF THE GUYS HERE NEED TO KNOW THIS FOR SOMEDAY IN THEIR LIFE!

http://www.wikihow.com/Unhook-a-Bra

How to Unhook a Bra

This is much easier than people think. All bras function on the same basic mechanism, so if you learn how to unhook one kind, you shouldn't have much problem with any other.
Steps


1. Two straps wrap around the form, fastening in the back. There are usually three vertical columns of hooks and eyes, each column with between one and four pairs, depending on the width of the strap.The hooks fasten into the 'eyes', small semi-circular pieces of metal. To undo a bra, you must remove the hooks from the eyes.
2. If you are facing the woman's back, you can undo the hooks by simply pulling the straps apart, first pulling towards each other, then away at an approximately 45 degree angle. This will be fairly easy if you can see how they connect.
3. If you are in front of the woman, the same principle applies. You may have to push the straps closer together before pulling them apart since your view is obstructed. It may take a few tries - just try to get a feel for the connection and how to break it.
4. If you are the one wearing a bra, you have two options: you can either reach behind you, or take off the straps first and rotate the bra so the clasp is in front of you.
5. If the bra is behind you, put your arms behind your back, reaching from the bottom up. Grasp one strap in each hand. "Cross" the straps and when you feel the click of the eye releasing the hook, pull them apart.
6. If you rotate the bra in front of you, grasp the straps in each hand again, cross them, and pull them apart in the same way.
7. Optionally, if you fold the hook/eye clasp together, the open ends of the hooks will have rotated nearly 180 degrees, facing the other way, and then the elastic will pull the band apart instantly! (This can be done via a pinching action of one's fingers, even through a top, much to her astonishment.)
8. For the pinnacle of astonishment, one can unhook a bra with one hand as follows: facing the bra-wearer and using one's right hand, pull the top end of the strap (the hook end) to the right with your forefinger and simultaneously push the bottom end to the left. Once the hooks are free of the loops, release and "snap" the bra is ready to be shed. It helps to pull in toward the wearer's back slightly with the forefinger to move naturally with the curvature of the hooks. With a little practice, this is the easiest and quickest method.


Tips

* Don't be afraid to make more than one attempt. Many women still have to even after years of bra wearing.
* Don't be afraid to ask the woman whose bra you're removing for help. In most cases she won't mind, and getting a few tips or taking it off together can be more fun than a silent awkward struggle
* Get a bra, and practice, practice, practice! It gets easier with experience
* Nowadays, some bras even open in the front. So, if you have spent one hour following the above directions on a real life person to no affect, then simply rotate around to the front of the torso (where the interest lies anyway) and look between the cleavage. There should be a small plastic clasp. Put your thumb and forefinger of each hand on each side of the plastic with your forefinger between the bra and the skin. Now, move your forefingers toward each other and tada!


Warnings

* Never attempt to take someone's bra off if you are not absolutely sure she wants you to.


Things You'll Need

* Hands
* A bra
* Someone to wear it

[Emu]

How to Become a Blonde

While your natural color may look great, and your clothes are all bought to match the color of your hair, you may just want to become a blond. A color change, can change your entire outlook and feelings about yourself. If you go from brunette to blond, you are making a drastic difference, and it may take you a few days to recognize yourself in the mirror
Steps

1. Look at the various magazines, and color charts, and decide what color you would like to become. There are many different shades. Select one that goes well with your skin tone.
2. Go to a beauty parlor that is reputable, and perhaps you have used to cut your hair.
3. Talk to the colorist, and ask her to color match various colors of blonde to your skin tone.
4. Ask her opinion about which shade she thinks would look best on you.
5. Return in a few days, after you have thought it over. Remember that once you become blonde, you cannot return immediately to your natural color.

[Emu]

How to Become Obedient to Your Parents

This was requested, so, I thought i would tell this person what they have to do.
Steps

1. This is simple, obey them, it is not rocket science, listen when they talk, don't sneak out, don't back talk, don't disobey them!


Tips

* I suggest that anyone that didn't already know this, please, please, listen to Dr. Laura on am 640 weekday afternoons



Who the hell requested this?

[Emu]

How to Win a Swordfight
Swordfight
According to many popular post-apocalyptic movies (Six String Samurai, for one), someday we're going to run out of bullets. How are you going to survive when Hollywood's not there with Arnold Schwarzenegger or Mel Gibson? Read on.





Comment: Please note, much of this article is complete fantasy. Do NOT read this and expect to go swordfight, regardless of the circumstances. Even the basics of swordsmanship are far too complicated to sum up in a single article. If you are truly interested in learning, find a local dojo or contact ARMA(www.thehaca.com). All the books and videos in the world would never compare to proper instruction. Again, take this article with a grain of salt. There are a few fallacies/misinterpretations, but if you're seriously interested in the art of swordsmanship, then you probably aren't reading an online how-to article.

-HR

Steps

1. Draw your sword before you engage. We've all seen samurai movies where Miyamoto Musashi or his equivalent draws and kills in one slice, but unless you've had extensive training in the art of drawing a sword quickly, you shouldn't expect to be as successful as Musashi. It takes longer to draw a sword than it does to get hit. On the other hand, if your sword and scabbard are suitable for a quick draw, and you practice, this can be a great surprise attack.
2. Relax! It is perfectly understandable to tense up in combat, but you must make every effort to stay calm, keep the muscles loose, and regulate your breathing. If you are tight, you cannot act with speed, which can be fatal. In combat, seconds are priceless.
3. Assess the situation. Crafty fighters always strive to be aware of their surroundings, their assets and liabilities, and those of their opponent. Ideally, you should take note of the terrain and environment beforehand, and if you can, try to get an idea of how your opponent fights. Is he brave, or cautious? Skilled, or a novice? Judge every opponent differently. For instance, small opponents can frequently be overpowered, tall people have longer reach but often leave their legs exposed, etc. Everyone has a weakness. A little homework can enable you to devise a strategy to suit. That being said, it may be that you won't have time to come up with a plan, so try to do this as fast as possible.
4. Engage with care. If you charge in recklessly, especially against a trained fighter, he may just wait and let you impale yourself on his sword. By engaging carefully, you are able to maintain control and focus at all times. Be mindful of your posture, stance, weapon - and that of your opponent.
5. Have a strong defense. Missing one block or parry can be fatal, so protect yourself well. Maintain your sword in a position that runs from the bottom of your torso to the top of your head. This is a middle position, suitable for any skill level, that will enable you to respond to an attack with reasonable speed, and also gives you many angles for your own strikes.
6. Keep your weapon ready. Generally, your sword should be extended a comfortable distance away from your body, and toward your opponent's throat, or perhaps his eye. This is referred to as putting him "on point". It serves as a ward against an opponent (who must, after all, get through your sword first), and can be quite intimidating, especially to an inexperienced fighter.
7. Measure twice, cut once. Historically, in the vast majority of cases, a real sword fight was decided and ended with the first blow struck, and often took less than 30 seconds. Be sure of your attack, for it is likely that if you miss with your first strike, your opponent will take advantage, and end the fight himself with a fatal blow.
8. Maintain your distance. This depends largely on the weapons being used, but in general, if you are out of range of your opponent's weapon, he cannot harm you, and you can take time to plan and maneuver. If, however, you are within 6' or so, you must be prepared for instant action. Any closer than that, and the battle will already be over.
9. Remain calm and confident. Poise can decide a fight as surely as the sword, and is an effective stratagem. If you are nervous or frightened, your opponent may try to take advantage of your lack of confidence and attempt to goad you into making a fatal mistake. Cool warriors tend to make others wary, or even unsettled. You may also choose to show aggressiveness and intimidate your opponent instead, or even pretend to be scared, in the hope of lulling your enemy into making a fatal error.


Tips

* The art of the sword is this: to kill or incapacitate your opponent in the shortest possible time, with the least amount of effort. Everything else is secondary. Once you have engaged in combat, fight to win. This is the first and foremost rule of battle. Compassion, chivalry, and good sportsmanship are wonderful concepts, but if it's a choice between you or your enemy, the choice is obvious. Often, the fighter who is more willing to be merciless will be the one left standing after a battle. Sad, but true.
* Conserve your energy. It is well-known among veterans that a fight to the death takes an incredible amount of effort, so don't waste your time with fancy maneuvers or unnecessary motion. Your survival may depend on this.
* If possible, wear armor. Anything that extends your life past the first cut is a good investment. Be sure that it is well-fitting and durable. Be aware that while light armor gives you more freedom to maneuver and is easier to fight in, heavier armor can absorb more punishment.
* Take good care of your equipment. Well-maintained weapons and armor are far less likely to let you down when it matters most.
* Choose your weapons carefully, and if possible, carry more than one weapon. Weapons bend, break, or become wrong for the circumstance. Be sure to carry a combination of weapons that can serve in multiple situations, and that complement each other as well as your strengths.
* Remember that every part of your sword is a weapon, including the point, each edge, the handguard, and the pommel. Along with this your body is a weapon and anything around you can be a weapon. There is no reason a swordfight should be restricted to your blade. Use whatever you can to win.
* If at all possible, avoid fighting more than one person. If you must fight many opponents, try to maneuver them so that they interfere with each other, and thus enable you to deal with each one individually.
* Friends can be a big help, or a great hindrance. If you can, train with others, so that you can function together as a group. Also, try to pick allies, weapons, and techniques that complement each other, such as using a polearm from behind a couple of friends using shields and swords.
* You must learn proper parrying form or you will be cooked...you can not possibly dodge all attacks. What is important is that you learn to parry while exposing as little of the vital targets on your body as possible.
* In defense, when it's enough to only move your wrist, move just the wrist. When the wrist is not enough, move the elbow. When the elbow is not enough, move the shoulder. When none of this is enough, retreat.
* Combination strikes are more effective than single blows. In an extended battle, a good fighter will attack with more than one attack. This gives a much better chance of success than just one strike. Keeping an opponent under pressure increases the possibility of a mistake on his part.
* Most fighters tend to separate defense from attack, which limits their technique severely. The best warriors combine the two, so that a block or parry turns into a natural counterstrike. Their fighting becomes a smooth, flowing progression of movement.
* Where you are standing isn't worth dying for. If you always move in a linear fashion, or just stand still, you limit yourself, and a cunning enemy can take advantage of this. Be prepared to utilize the terrain fully, and move in whatever fashion the situation calls for.
* Use weapons and techniques you are familiar with, and that cater to your particular strengths. Trying something new during combat is a good way to get killed.
* Training is vital. If you practice very hard, perhaps 10% of what you know will be available to you during combat. You must be able to act instinctively, without thought. Basic techniques lend themselves well to this, which is why they are called 'basics'. Be sure to train yourself constantly in these essentials, for much of the time, they will be the only things you have to fall back on. It generally takes about two months to learn a technique fully, but only one month to lose it. Train constantly!
* Know the length of your sword. If both fighters are correctly judging length, you'll only ever have the opportunity to hit with the top six inches or so. Keep your eye on your sword and that of your opponent at all times. However, focusing just on the opponent's sword is not advisable, since you can be misled. A skilled fighter should be able to judge the direction of the opponent's next blow by examining his posture.
* In fencing (fighting with a sword designed to thrust, as opposed to cut), always keep your sword point directly at your opponent, if you parry (block) exactly to the end of the side of their body they will not be able to hit you. Overextending yourself (parrying past that point) will leave you vulnerable.
* Maintain your balance. Keep your weight evenly balanced on both your feet. Never cross your feet as this will throw you off balance; only the slightest bit of force can knock you over. There is a reason that almost all martial arts stress balance (there are one or two weird ones where you're constantly falling and recovering.) It gives you more options to move. But, don't present your legs as an easy target either. If your opponent allows you to take advantage of a leg shot, use it. If your opponent goes down, then the fight is over.
* Positioning of the body is important. Keep your body perpendicular and the shoulder of your sword arm pointed toward your opponent (like fencers do). This makes your torso a smaller target and will protect many of your vital organs.
* If you're using both hands to grasp a sword (as with a so-called "bastard" or a hand-and-a-half sword), keep your strong hand right under the swordguard and the other hand (the off-hand) right above the pommel. Keep your arms flexed at the elbows (but not stiff), with your strong fist in front of your solar plexus and the sword positioned as described above. When defending, your strong arm should not move far from this position.
* If your sword is properly balanced, it will work as a lever. Use your off-hand to guide it, and your strong hand to lend the force to the attack or parry.
* Examination of eyewitness accounts show that many sword duels were won by gashing the opponent's arms or thighs, then waiting until blood loss made them faint, at which point they were at their assailant's mercy. Hands, feet, arms and legs are legitimate and useful targets, and will often be easier to strike than the torso or head.
* Watch your opponent carefully. Notice where he is looking - this may be the area where he's preparing to strike. When your opponent is about to attack, his fists and shoulders may tense for a second.
* Be aware of the terrain around you and use it to your advantage. Sending an opponent tumbling backwards over an obstacle behind him will surely help. Also, placing your back to the sun can cause your enemy to be momentarily blinded, thus opening him up to a fatal strike. Just remember that the same tricks can be used against you.


Warnings

* Practice exactly as you would fight, because you will fight the way you were trained. If you impose a limitation that wouldn't normally exist in combat, you risk developing a bad habit that could ultimately prove fatal.
* Expect to be cut, or worse. A warrior who is worried about his own skin tends to freeze up in the moment of truth, which is a fatal error. The instant you take up a sword against an enemy, you are throwing your life into the wind. It will be over in a moment, and you have better things to think about than death. Do your best, and survive. Worry, and you are already defeated.
* Remember that there are no awards for 2nd place in a swordfight. 1st place means you are still standing when the fight is over. 2nd place leaves you dead. This means that, once you set out to fight someone with a sword, or indeed, any weapon, your ultimate goal is survival, not a prize.
* Never, ever turn around. We've all seen the end of The Return of the Jedi, where Luke does the fancy spin maneuver. Although flashy and cool, it is largely ineffective, and doesn't work. Turning your back to your opponent, even for a second, can have fatal consequences, so don't do it!
* Never, ever let go of your sword. We all appreciate the scene in Willow where Mad Martigan tosses the sword this way and that with the greatest of ease, but if you aren't holding on to your sword, you may as well not have one. A single blow on an airborne sword will send it flying and you become defenseless, so, unless you've got more than one sword to waste, keep your hands on your weapon.
* When using a two-handed blade, keep your arms from crossing. You lose much of your maneuverability, which can be disastrous. Use the "lever" grip described above.
* Sword twirling is usually reserved only for drum majors leading a marching band. In combat sword twirling can result in losing the grip on your sword, as well as leave you exposed to attack. That said, doing a "windmill" with a two-handed blade can leave a less experienced fighter intimidated - though it is tiring, and is not advisable against a more experienced opponent.
* When fencing (for fun, like kids with sticks), the #1 mistake most people make is they try to hit the sword instead of the person. If you keep that in mind -- hitting the person (his hand, body, or head), not his sword -- you can more easily defeat someone who is attacking your sword (or stick). Plus you find your posture and confidence change, and that usually spooks an amateur.
* It's a cliche, but always expect the unexpected. There never were any clearly defined rules of sword fighting other than survival. Your opponent could kick at you, throw dirt in your face, or any one of a thousand other things to distract you. Remember that these are tactics that you can also employ.
* Staying on the defensive is only partially effective. In historic German style swordplay, keeping your opponent on the defensive is the best way to keep them from attacking. Use with care.
* The most important thing to remember is that swordplay is not "play". It is very serious business to draw a sword. Swords were designed for killing, no other purpose. Treat a sword with the same respect as a firearm and others will treat you with respect.
* It is said that the greatest warrior is the one who never has to draw his sword. This can mean that a swordsman has only himself to compare to, and doesn't need to test himself against an opponent. More practically, if you are in a true sword fight, seriously consider running away. When Abe Lincoln was challenged to a duel, he skipped it (and became president years later). Sword fighting is a good way to get killed, and is very hard to explain to the authorities (hence why duels are illegal). A three inch thrust or slice in your neck/face area is fatal or debilitating, 80% of the time. This means that the most likely outcome of a real sword fight is that the "loser" dies fast, and the "winner" dies slow. If you survive a sword fight without injury, consider yourself lucky, and try to avoid such things in the future. If the unfortunate does happen, and you are hurt, seek medical attention immediately.

[Sam]

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How to Piss People off on the Internet Without Being Outright Nasty

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The key to pissing people off on the 'net without being outright nasty involves a few elements.


Steps

1. Catch phrases. They are your friend. Use them often, but wisely. If done correctly, they become board catch phrases, and you can become an icon. Example: "Thanks for coming out! Keep us posted. Let us know how that works out for ya!"
2. Nicknames. Always a crowd pleaser. Twists on another member's name are nice when allowed. If those are not allowed by the TOS, "sunshine", "buttercup", and "cha-cha" always are good for sending someone over the edge, even though you are just being friendly. Nothing jacks the passive-aggressive types better than a well placed "sunshine".
3. Source. Yep. Just one word, and throw in a question mark. "Source?" When used correctly, you can make a google-monkey jump through hella hoops. Then, question the source. Ask for citations, peer-reviewed of course. Always a winner.
4. Self-deprecation. You have to keep the masses on your side. By bringing yourself down a peg before someone else can, you utilize an age-old comedic art that helps your audience connect with you, even if they are mind-boggling stupid twats who are something you would normally scrape off of your shoe.
5. Post dissection. Nothing makes a net geek go ape poop quicker than a line by line filleting of the drivel that they just spewed onto your monitor. Two opposing styles are equally effective: a.) Answering long diatribes/questions with one word answers. b.) Long, tedious replies following every single sentence they post. If they post 7 lines, you hit back with 7 sets of 5 line answers.
6. Kill' em with kindness. "Please..." "Thanks!" "Would you be so kind..." Yup, you may be an asshole, but if Emily Post approves, how can they complain?


Tips

* If called out on it, claim it's just a joke while complaining on your secret board.


Things You'll Need

* Arrogance.
* Inflated ego.
* Pathetic followers.

[sadie]

you guys are so not reading all of that.

[Emu]

How to Wear Makeup Well With a Creaseless Asian Eye



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I hated the other guide for this. The picture of the girl is disgusting, and she's wearing way too much makeup! She looks like an asian hooker. So here is a NEW guide.


Steps

1. 1. Eyeliner, Mascara, Blush, Concealer, and the RIGHT COLOR OF EYESHADOW IS A MUST!
2. 2. If you have dark skin from overtanning, sun damage, etc, and don't know which color is right for you, go to a department store like Macy's and go directly to the makeup counters. The people will help you.
3. 3. Stay AWAY FROM cotton candy-ish colors, like light blue, and light pink, etc. They make you look juvenile.
4. 4. Curling your eyelashes is a good idea. It opens up any eye.
5. 5. Apply a little bit of blush on the apples of your cheeks, it looks very flattering.
6. 6. Apply a stick concealer one shade lighter than your skin tone around your nostrils, under your eyes, and over red areas. Then gently rub it in.
7. 7 . Use blue black or black mascara. ONLY CURL EYELASHES BEFORE YOU APPLY MASCARA. THE HARDENED EYELASHES COULD BREAK OFF!
8. 8. Greys, beiges, tans, and bitter looking browns, are beautiful on dark skin tones.
9. 9. On very pale skin, you're lucky! You can use any color you want. Except for bright green, because it makes your face look green as well.
10. 10. Don't stress out about stuff, it just gives you pimples.
11. 11. A little bit of eyeliner under the eyes looks sophisticated and pretty. you can skip the eyeshadow if you want. Try not to use eyeliner as eyeshadow, sometimes it looks really cheap and gross.
12. 12. Liquid eyeliners are shocking, and I don't recommend using them unless you have a really steady hand. Also, it looks extremely dramatic. Don't use it unless you are going for that dramatic look.
13. 13. I personally don't like to use fake eyelashes. I don't like bothering with something that isn't even real. But if you insist, use a set of eyelashes. Individual ones take a LONG time to put on. And if you go to a salon, don't get eyelashes where they interweave fake ones with your real ones, and you don't have to take them off. If looks ok the first couple of days, then it just droops and looks unnatural.
14. 14. If you wear foundation, choose a color that is exactly the same as your skin tone. Otherwise it looks gross.

[Emu]

Why the hell would we read it? The fact that it exists is funny enough.

[Jeff The Ninja]

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2. Beome Emo

7. Act Like Naruto Uzumaki

9. Be Kewl

19. Get Help in Living With Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)



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[executioneer]

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[Esuohlim]

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[liquidstatik]

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[Dole]

How to Win a Swordfight

Comment: Please note, much of this article is complete fantasy. Do NOT read this and expect to go swordfight, regardless of the circumstances. Even the basics of swordsmanship are far too complicated to sum up in a single article.

1. 1. Eyeliner, Mascara, Blush, Concealer, and the RIGHT COLOR OF EYESHADOW IS A MUST!
2. Nicknames. Always a crowd pleaser. Twists on another member's name are nice when allowed. If those are not allowed by the TOS, "sunshine", "buttercup", and "cha-cha" always are good for sending someone over the edge, even though you are just being friendly. Nothing jacks the passive-aggressive types better than a well placed "sunshine".
3. Think of the alphabet (in case you forgot: a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z)
4. Turn console on
5. Accept all incoming friend requests.
6. remember showing fever symptoms usally helps when faking this sickness.
7. When all else fails, go to the bathroom and "tuck it in" pointing up and held with the waistband of your trousers. Don't make it hurt, just hold it in place. The erection will be much less noticeable, and will go away presently. Then, pull up your waistband and free your poor penis.
8. Diss Eminem and anyone related to him.
9. Have lots of boyfriends! Make sure they totally worship you and shower you with gifts! Try and find a rich boyfriend, you can find these in cool, popular clubs, which you should be hanging around in!


Tips

* Do not make sharp sudden movements; cats get scared easily.
* Remember the good times
* Whenever you go into the woods, make sure people know where you are going, and take a cell phone/mobile with you.

Warnings

* Its just for fun, dont take it too seriously because after all you cant climb trees with only using your feet or walk on water by controling your chakra.

[Chojin]

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[liquidstatik]

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Steps
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Tips
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Warnings
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Things You'll Need
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