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Massively http://massively.joystiq.com Massively http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://massively.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Massively http://massively.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Cinemassively: The Covenant guild in Age of Conan]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/29/cinemassively-the-covenant-guild-in-age-of-conan/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/29/cinemassively-the-covenant-guild-in-age-of-conan/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/29/cinemassively-the-covenant-guild-in-age-of-conan/#commentsFiled under: Video, Age of Conan, Cinemassively, Machinima

The Covenant, a 350-members-and-growing guild on the European Age of Conan server, Dagon, released this video to recruit members. Viewers be warned, this short clip contains some heavy violence, but that's to be expected in AoC. It also gives us a taste of how cinematic the game is shaping up to be. From the sweeping views to the heart-pumping gameplay, we predict that it's just a matter of time before the awesome machinima comes pouring in.

[Via AoCMovies.com]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: The Covenant guild in Age of Conan originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>age-of-conanaocaocmoviescinemassivelyfuncommachinimathe-covenantTue, 29 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Being Virtual]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/25/cinemassively-being-virtual/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/25/cinemassively-being-virtual/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/25/cinemassively-being-virtual/#commentsFiled under: Video, Cinemassively, Virtual worlds

Davey Winder wants the world to know that virtual interactions are about more than just business. They're about contact with other humans, finding love, or seeking escape from a disability. While this video may not provide the answers that his book does, it highlights the interesting misconceptions that people may have.

When Davey was struck by a brain virus, he lost everything that meant something to him. Looking for solace, he discovered text-based online communities. He recently wrote a book, Being Virtual, that looks into the personal interactions centered around virtual worlds. In doing so, he answers a lot of questions that may come from having a virtual life, such as identity issues and embarrassment.

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Being Virtual originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>being-virtualcinemassivelydavey-winderlinden-labmakenasecond-lifesltherevirtual-worldsFri, 25 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: 007KIN]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/24/cinemassively-007kin/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/24/cinemassively-007kin/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/24/cinemassively-007kin/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima

There's a new spy in town. 007KIN is kicking buttocks and taking names as he searches for answers. Personally, we think that a Moonkin makes a much more formidable opponent than James Bond could ever hope to be.

VoodooRay did a great job of inserting the World of Warcraft model-viewed character into the action. This isn't the first time he's Moonkin'd a movie, though. His classics include 300 Moonkins, Enter the Moonkin, and The Da Moonkin Code!

[Via Warcraftmovies.com]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: 007KIN originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>007kinblizzardcinemassivelymachinimavoodooraywarcraftmoviesworld-of-warcraftwowThu, 24 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Teaser for Fate, or the Story of Morgan Ladimore]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/23/cinemassively-teaser-for-fate-or-the-story-of-morgan-ladimore/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/23/cinemassively-teaser-for-fate-or-the-story-of-morgan-ladimore/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/23/cinemassively-teaser-for-fate-or-the-story-of-morgan-ladimore/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima

If Durast's goal with his upcoming machinima, Fate - The Story of Morgan Ladimore, is to tug at our heartstrings, it sounds like it may work. It's hard to tell from the teaser, but the story, which is based around a World of Warcraft questline, is quite gripping. It centers around a soldier, Morgan Ladimore, that believed he lost his family, and was driven to madness. After committing suicide, he was doomed to roam Raven Hill, forever suffering and eternally avenging.

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Teaser for Fate, or the Story of Morgan Ladimore originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardcinemassivelydurastfatemachinimamorgan-ladimorethe-story-of-morgan-ladimoreworld-of-warcraftwowWed, 23 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Relay for Life sims tour]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/22/cinemassively-relay-for-life-sims-tour/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/22/cinemassively-relay-for-life-sims-tour/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/22/cinemassively-relay-for-life-sims-tour/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima

MarkTwain White has released the first part of his three-part tour series of the SLRFL08 sims. The theme, Heroes, was put to good use. There were builds dealing with superheroes, ancient lore, and everything in between.

MarkTwain, the proprietor of the Holly Kai Golf Club, was able to capture the hard work and dedication that went into this event, which ran over the weekend for a full 24 hours. For those that missed it, the builds will be up until the end of today, at which point Linden Lab will reclaim the land. Go check them out before it's too late!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Relay for Life sims tour originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>acsamerican-cancer-societycinemassivelylinden-labllmachinimamarktwain-whiterelay-for-lifesecond-lifesecond-life-relay-for-lifeslslrflslrfl08Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Arithmomania]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/21/cinemassively-arithmomania/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/21/cinemassively-arithmomania/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/21/cinemassively-arithmomania/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima

Galen Maly, better known as Yume in the World of Warcraft machinima world, has created some of the most popular exploration videos on his platform of choice. Arithmomania, a video backed with a Dogzilla soundtrack, is easily the most known, though, topping many favorites lists. It will not only get your heart pumping, it will inspire you with the different transitions and mass text effects, which he has made available. However, YouTube does not do this video justice. Be sure to check out the high-quality download!

[Via Warcraftmovies.com]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Arithmomania originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Over a year and a half ago, Moriash Moreau, then a team member of McDunnough's Relay Gang for the Second Life Relay for Life, created a contraption that would let him walk virtually using his real body. Channeling MacGyver, he used a treadmill, a butchered USB keyboard, and assorted spare parts to enable him to participate in a whole new way! He even outlined the steps from start to finish on his website. Set to music by Torley Linden, he documented his test journey using popular sims throughout the grid to make sure that his method worked properly. In the end, he walked a whopping 23 miles, or 84 kilometers in Second Life!

With SLRFL08 coming to a close, we'll have some interviews and statistics available to you soon, so stay tuned!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Walking the SLRFL track in real life originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 20 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>acsamerican-cancer-societycinemassivelylinden-labllmachinimamcdunnoughs-relay-gangmoriash-moreaunathan-waltonpgfishsecond-lifesecond-life-relay-for-lifeslslrflslrfl07slrfl08torley-lindentorley-wongSun, 20 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: The Future of Virtual Worlds]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/18/cinemassively-the-future-of-virtual-worlds/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/18/cinemassively-the-future-of-virtual-worlds/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/18/cinemassively-the-future-of-virtual-worlds/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima, Virtual worlds, Lively

Forget for a minute that this is an advertisement for the virtual worlds development company, Millions of Us. It's also a great video that discusses the future of these emerging platforms. Narrated by Reuben Steiger, the CEO of MoU, we're taken on a journey through the three major past, present, and future developments in virtual worlds this year. From Sony's Home, to Google Lively, all the way to in-browser worlds embedded on your Facebook pages, the road ahead is pretty exciting!

[Thanks, Eric!]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: The Future of Virtual Worlds originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelygooglehomelinden-lablivelymachinimamillions-of-usreuben-steigersecond-lifeslsony-homethe-future-of-virtual-worldsFri, 18 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Silversun]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/17/cinemassively-silversun/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/17/cinemassively-silversun/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/17/cinemassively-silversun/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima

Legs, one of a handful of extremely talented female World of Warcraft machinimators, has been working hard on honing her craft. In the six months that she's been releasing machinima, half of her library of six films have been recommended on Warcraftmovies.com! Her latest, Silversun, is a whimsical adventure told from a child's point of view. Originally created to enter into Blizzard's Worldwide Invitational machinima contest, she discovered too late that they weren't allowing Swiss entries.

[Via Warcraftmovies.com]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Silversun originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Earth Primbee, Cypress Rosewood, and the Gibson Guitar company created a video to let Second Life residents know that they're ready to rock. Tateru Nino recently wrote about Gibson's entry into the virtual world that will take place today on their island. While most companies are fleeing SL in droves, it seems as if Gibson didn't get the memo, as they roll out a 12-hour premiere and showcase their guitars. It's nice to see a company that doesn't get intimidated by a little negative backlash!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them. Please note that due to the high volume of Second Life submissions, we would prefer submissions from other platforms.

Cinemassively: Gibson Island in Second Life originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelycypress-rosewoodearth-primbeegibsongibson-islandlinden-labllmachinimametaverse-media-companysecond-lifesltateru-ninoWed, 16 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: The Demise]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/15/cinemassively-the-demise/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/15/cinemassively-the-demise/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/15/cinemassively-the-demise/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima

This is the tale of a machinimator and one of the most epic World of Warcraft machinimas made today. The Demise is a story of forbidden love that will bring tears to your eyes as you realize what happened. Created by Surgee, for Blizzard's Worldwide Invitational machinima contest, he painstakingly rendered it on his old machine.

Surgee silently vowed to himself that he would quit making machinima if he didn't win the top prize of a new computer. It was getting to be too difficult and time-consuming on his old one. Alas, the grand prize went to Olibith, for a movie about a woman's chest. However, The Demise will serve as a memory of the great contribution that he gave to WoW machinima!

[Thanks, #machinima on Quakenet IRC!]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: The Demise originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Second Life's new user experience can be baffling, but the worst part happens after the resident gets used to the virtual world. When it comes time to create something, the templates required are tough to master. While many residents, including this blogger, hung up their Wacoms, Torley Linden has an instructional video that just might help us out!

Using ArtRage, a program that offers both free and paid versions, Torley shows us how to use the tools. Afterwards, he explains tracing and preparing the image for upload in SL. At almost 17 minutes, you're walked through every step of the process. Soon we'll all be clothing makers!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them. Please note that due to the high volume of Second Life submissions, we would prefer submissions from other platforms.

Cinemassively: Making shirts for Second Life in ArtRage originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>artragecinemassivelylinden-labllmachinimasecond-lifesltorley-lindentorley-torgesontutorialMon, 14 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: 2008 Teen Grid Craft Fair]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/13/cinemassively-2008-teen-grid-craft-fair/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/13/cinemassively-2008-teen-grid-craft-fair/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/13/cinemassively-2008-teen-grid-craft-fair/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima

Most of the adult-owned educational islands on the Second Life Teen Grid are closed access for individual schools, but there are two that consistently engage the local residents. We frequently write about Global Kids, but Eye4You Alliance has done some pretty amazing activities themselves!

Eye4You recently held a craft fair in SL, where they awarded prizes for categories such as apparel, decorative items, and most colorful entry. For a grid with a peak concurrency of 500 in the Summer, they had a pretty good turnout! Check out the YouTube page for a complete list of winners.

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them. Please note that due to the high volume of Second Life submissions, we would prefer submissions from other platforms.

Cinemassively: 2008 Teen Grid Craft Fair originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Many machinimators feel inspired by movies they saw, or video games they played. Gnomechewer, the creator of The Pilgrim's Plight, found himself motivated by Fallout, a game that dates all the way back to 1997! In his World of Warcraft version of the old game's intro video, Blood Elves are enticed to live in Sunwell under the leadership of Kael'thas Sunstrider. However, the "new utopia" was more than they bargained for, and they sure paid the price!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: The Pilgrim's Plight originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 12 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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(If you haven't seen Indiana Jones 4, you should view this with caution. Some of the plot elements of this machinima are directly inspired by the movie, thus qualify as spoilers.)

Torley Linden called attention to this Japanese machinima, Indiaena Jones: Legend of the Second Empire, by 5959 Mopp. 5959 is a serious Second Life machinima enthusiast with 34 videos under their belt in two months time. They take full advantage of the beautiful scenery in the various sims that they film in as they go on their epic SL adventure, which somewhat mirrors part of the plot of the actual film. While the film doesn't really get into the swing of things until about six minutes in, it's definitely worth a watch -- if you can get past the quarky robotic voices drowned out by the music.

[Via Torley Linden]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them. Please note that due to the high volume of Second Life submissions, we would prefer submissions from other platforms.

Cinemassively: Indiaena Jones in Legend of the Second Empire originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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During Blizzard's recent Worldwide Invitational in France, a World of Warcraft machinima contest took place. While Olibith swept most of the prizes, some of the non-winning videos were quite good. Baron Soosdon took second place in the commercial contest with his machinima of the BS-1337 Nuclear Rocket. With over 9000 megatons of pure evil, this device is perfect for the villain on the go!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: The BS-1337 Nuclear Rocket originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>baron-soosdonblizzardbs-1337-nuclear-rocketcinemassivelymachinimaworld-of-warcraftworldwide-invitationalwowThu, 10 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Apocalyptica in the Rift of Nurz Ghashu]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/09/cinemassively-apocalyptica-in-the-rift-of-nurz-ghashu/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/09/cinemassively-apocalyptica-in-the-rift-of-nurz-ghashu/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/09/cinemassively-apocalyptica-in-the-rift-of-nurz-ghashu/#commentsFiled under: Fantasy, Video, Lord of the Rings Online, Cinemassively, Machinima

Last week, we showcased a Lord of the Rings Online video for an upcoming machinima, Stimme. Smithie, a LotRo machinimator, heard our plea for more movies from that platform. His kin, Apocalyptica, on the Eldar server, has since disbanded, but in January 2008, they took on The Rift of Nûrz Ghâshu.

Part of a series of two videos, this one features the first seven bosses, while the second one, The Slaying of Thaurlach, is dedicated to the Balrog fight. While most PvE videos focus heavily on the damage dealt and the gameplay, Smithie wanted to tie a story into the movie. Using what limited camera controls that he had, as well as an appropriate soundtrack, we think that he did a great job!

[Thanks, Smithie!]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Apocalyptica in the Rift of Nurz Ghashu originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>apocalypticacinemassivelyeldarlord-of-the-rings-onlinelotromachinimasmithiethe-rift-of-nurz-ghashuthe-slaying-of-thaurlachturbineWed, 09 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Global Kids films Race to Equality]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/08/cinemassively-global-kids-films-race-to-equality/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/08/cinemassively-global-kids-films-race-to-equality/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/08/cinemassively-global-kids-films-race-to-equality/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima, Education

Global Kids recently completed their annual Teen Grid summer camp. During that time, they taught their New York program students important issues worldwide, then machinimated them. In Race to Equality, they learned about countries that give preferential treatment to students of one race over the other, thus putting them at a disadvantage when it comes to proper education. To view the entire series of videos of their premiere, check out the play list!

[Thanks, Joyce!]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them. Please note that due to the high volume of Second Life submissions, we would prefer submissions from other platforms.

Cinemassively: Global Kids films Race to Equality originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 08 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelyglobal-kidsholy-meatballslinden-labllmachinimarace-to-equalitysecond-lifeslteen-gridTue, 08 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: The Show Must Go On!]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/07/cinemassively-the-show-must-go-on/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/07/cinemassively-the-show-must-go-on/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/07/cinemassively-the-show-must-go-on/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima, Humor

In 2007, some of the most talented visual performers in Second Life hosted an old-time variety show, The Show Must Go On!. Osprey Therian put it together on film in four parts, featuring cycling knitters, skits, and other oddities that you'll only find in SL. Coming in at close to 35 minutes, it definitely entertains!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them. Please note that due to the high volume of Second Life submissions, we would prefer submissions from other platforms.

Cinemassively: The Show Must Go On! originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelylinden-labllmachinimaosprey-theriansecond-lifeslthe-show-must-go-ontsmgoMon, 07 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Three strikes on file-sharing in Europe could mean no internet for life]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/06/cinemassively-three-strikes-on-file-sharing-in-europe-could-mea/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/06/cinemassively-three-strikes-on-file-sharing-in-europe-could-mea/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/06/cinemassively-three-strikes-on-file-sharing-in-europe-could-mea/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Real life, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima

Machinima book authors Hugh Hancock, Johnnie Ingram, and Matt Kelland have taken to World of Warcraft to fight a stealth law that is trying to be passed in Europe. Hidden in thick packet of telecoms legislation is a "three strikes" law that could blacklist your household IP for life if it has been deemed to be file sharing three times. It doesn't matter if it was your sister, your parents, your girlfriend, roommate, friend stopping by, or someone that "borrowed" your wifi.

Surely you would have heard about this before, right? They managed to fit it in one week before voting and there is now only one day left to fight back! On Monday, voting will begin on this legislation. However, given the short notice, many of those voting may have not even read it. If you would like to do something about this, you can find more information on the Strange Company website.

[Thanks, Hugh and Johnnie!]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Three strikes on file-sharing in Europe could mean no internet for life originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardcinemassivelyhugh-hancockjohnnie-ingrammachinimamatt-kellandstealth-legislationstrange-companyworld-of-warcraftwowSun, 06 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Azerothian Super Villains, Episode 6]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/05/cinemassively-azerothian-super-villains-episode-6/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/05/cinemassively-azerothian-super-villains-episode-6/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/05/cinemassively-azerothian-super-villains-episode-6/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima, Humor

In January, we introduced you to a World of Warcraft machinima series, Azerothian Super Villains, by featuring the five episodes that had been produced at the time. Ian Beckman is back with the sixth episode, "The Virgin Kael'thas," a humorous video about Illidan's plot to take over the isle of Theramore by distracting the leader, Proudmoore. When he realizes that there are no other options, he enlists Kael'thas, the village idiot of the group, to complete the job, but as always, there are some complications ...

[Via Warcraftmovies.com]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Azerothian Super Villains, Episode 6 originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 05 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>asvazerothian-super-villainsbeckman-movie-productionsblizzardcinemassivelyian-beckmanillidanjaina-proudmoorekaelthasmachinimathe-virgin-kaelthastheramoreworld-of-warcraftwowSat, 05 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Happy 4th of July]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/04/cinemassively-happy-4th-of-july/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/04/cinemassively-happy-4th-of-july/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/04/cinemassively-happy-4th-of-july/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Video, EverQuest, Second Life, Cinemassively, Machinima

On this 232nd day marking Independence in the United States, we wanted to feature some of the patriotic videos created in MMOs. They range from quick videos showing off fireworks in platforms such as Second Life, Everquest, and World of Warcraft, to artistic videos set to Bruce Springsteen, all the way to silly safety tips from the Red vs. Blue boys. As you're planning your real life festivities this year, considering taking some time to pop into your favorite game to get in on some of the action. Happy 4th of July!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Check out more videos after the jump!

Continue reading Cinemassively: Happy 4th of July

Cinemassively: Happy 4th of July originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardcinemassivelyeqeverquestindependence-daylinden-labllmachinimared-vs-bluerooster-teethsecond-lifeslsoesony-online-entertainmentworld-of-warcraftwowFri, 04 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Tauren Pool Party]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/03/cinemassively-tauren-pool-party/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/03/cinemassively-tauren-pool-party/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/03/cinemassively-tauren-pool-party/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima, Humor

With the 4th of July, America's Independance Day, coming up tomorrow, we want to remind everyone that even your virtual personas can celebrate! Several months ago, a group of level one Tauren warriors gathered in Undercity to let loose and go for a swim. While The Infinite Fish Crisis chose to splash around in toxic sludge, there are many ways to relax on this holiday, such as setting off fireworks in your chosen platform, or checking out the Midsummer Fire Festival, which ends soon, in World of Warcraft!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Tauren Pool Party originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardcinemassivelyjacksonwestmachinimatauren-pool-partyworld-of-warcraftwowThu, 03 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Stimme]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/02/cinemassively-stimme/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/02/cinemassively-stimme/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/02/cinemassively-stimme/#commentsFiled under: Video, Lord of the Rings Online, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima

The Vendetta Clan, of Lord of the Rings Online, has a machinima project in the works. Since it's in German, we're not sure what it's about yet, but it looks like it will be full length. Their editor, Tirethiel, has already released two trailers and a music video for it. Most short clips involving this game include PvE, or a musical instrument, but he made a huge effort to give it a polished feel, which is no easy feat. This clip from Stimme, or Voice, is one of the best LotRO scenes that we've seen come out of the MMO!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Stimme originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelyhijo-de-la-lunalord-of-the-rings-onlinelotromachinimastimmetirethielturbinevendetta-clanvoiceWed, 02 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: The Orange Island 100]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/01/cinemassively-the-orange-island-100/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/01/cinemassively-the-orange-island-100/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/07/01/cinemassively-the-orange-island-100/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima

(In order to avoid confusion created by the comments below, we would like to note that there were two fan-made videos of the event, and the one we chose to feature has music created by Orb Gettarr and Spiraling Cycling.)

If you've never been to a popular Second Life event, you wouldn't have experienced the pain of a packed sim. The number of avatars in a single sim usually gets to around 70 or 80 before people start crying of lag, ruths, and missing images. However, those wacky Metaversatility kids took to Orange Island in an attempt to set a record for most avatars in a single snapshot.

Jade Lily was shooting for 100 -- and it wasn't easy. As documented by Daneel Ariantho and Natty Foggarty in pictures, and Osprey Therian in this video, people wouldn't rez properly, floated away, and lost connection. After many minutes, they were able to reach their goal, but it took about two hours without SL before this blogger's computer felt right again!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them. Please note that due to the high volume of Second Life submissions, we would prefer submissions from other platforms.

Cinemassively: The Orange Island 100 originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>100cinemassivelydaneel-arianthojade-lilylinden-labllmachinimametaversatilitynatty-foggartyorange-islandosprey-theriansecond-lifeslTue, 01 Jul 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: This American Hero]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/30/cinemassively-this-american-hero/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/30/cinemassively-this-american-hero/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/30/cinemassively-this-american-hero/#commentsFiled under: City of Heroes, Second Life, Cinemassively, Machinima

We're subbing in for our regular machinima blogger, Moo Money, who is AFK for the next little while. Today for Cinemassively, we're bringing you a video we stumbled across recently and really enjoyed. For those who are fans of the Chicago Public Radio show This American Life, this machinima made by SuperZuck took elements from both TAL and City of Heroes and presented (the beginning of) a day in the life of an old-school hero turned filmmaker. Tasty shades of meta.

While this is only part one of the work, we are definitely interested in seeing more machinima of this nature! Paragon City holds many heroes, each with a different story, and reasons all their own. Excellent work, SuperZuck, and congrats on your first-place win in Molotov Alva's "Your Virtual Life" machinima contest! We look forward to the rest of this "episode."

Cinemassively: This American Hero originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelycity-of-heroescohmachinimamachinima.commolotov-alvancsoftparagon-citysuperzuckthis-american-herothis-american-lifewinneryour-virtual-lifeMon, 30 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Virtual Africa]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/29/cinemassively-virtual-africa/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/29/cinemassively-virtual-africa/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/29/cinemassively-virtual-africa/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima

Lifefactory Writer, a Second Life machinimator, has been working on a docu-narrative, Life on Life, about the virtual world. It will contain multiple vignettes, including today's Cinemassively, Virtual Africa. Little is known about the rest of the project, which will hopefully be released soon.

Lifefactory takes us on an African safari, where she befriends a meerkat and tours the non-profit sim. It appears as if she is narrating it from the point of a public speaking engagement where she tells a story. If you would like to find out more about the sim she visits in this machinima, you can visit the Africa in Virtual Worlds website!

[Via the Machinimatographers group in SL]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them. Please note that due to the high volume of Second Life submissions, we would prefer submissions from other platforms.

Cinemassively: Virtual Africa originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelylife-on-lifelifefactory-writerlinden-labllmachinimameerkatsecond-lifeslvirtual-africaSun, 29 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: A revolutionary tool for WoW machinima]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/28/cinemassively-a-revolutionary-tool-for-wow-machinima/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/28/cinemassively-a-revolutionary-tool-for-wow-machinima/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/28/cinemassively-a-revolutionary-tool-for-wow-machinima/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima, Hands-on

(The tool that we are featuring today is a hack for machinima only. Using it could get your account banned by Blizzard. When it is released, use it at your own risk.)

One of the highlights of being part of the machinima community is being surrounded by all of these brilliant minds, scripting, creating, and figuring out ways around obstacles in their chosen platform. Mads Lund, better known as Malu05, is currently developing a tool that will literally change the way World of Warcraft machinima is produced.

While it is still in alpha testing, it can already zoom, auto-pan in multiple directions, change the size of your avatar, adjust the speed of your movement, time of day, and speed up how the day progresses, detach your camera in spectator mode, and set camera motions that you can go back to. If you're anxious to speed up the production, he is calling for participation in the AutoIt forum. We're not sure how Blizzard will react to this program, but we're jumping for joy!

[Via #machinima on Quakenet IRC]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: A revolutionary tool for WoW machinima originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardcinemassivelymachinimamads-lundmalu05nogg-aholicnoggaholicworld-of-warcraftwowSat, 28 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Epic Raids]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/27/cinemassively-epic-raids/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/27/cinemassively-epic-raids/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/27/cinemassively-epic-raids/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima, Humor

Oxhorn has always produced a steady flow of machinima, but ever since he took on his job at WeGame, he's been on fire! This time, he created a parody of the old TV show, Happy Days, called Epic Raids. While noticably shorter than most of his body of work, it definitely has the comedy factor going as it spoofs the opening credits of the show. He even shows the extensive cast of bosses, including Illidan Stormrage, Kael'thas Sunstrider, and Kil'Jaeden. If only raiding were actually this festive!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Epic Raids originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Next time that you watch a machinima, or even a real movie, think about all of the different elements that go into making the film. Most of the time, we see the video and hear the music, but there are also sound effects that enhance the production. Caruu, the sound designer for Acolyte 1.5, has posted a version of the video without music or dialogue, so that the sound effects stand out.

The result is a surprising amount of work that you probably didn't even realize went into the machinima. When you're done viewing and listening, watch Acolyte 1.5 again, and you'll gain a whole new appreciation!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: A new appreciation for sound design originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>acolyte-1-5behind-the-scenesblizzardcaruucinemassivelymachinimasound-designworld-of-warcraftwowThu, 26 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Draxtor Despres wishes Second Life a Happy Fifth Birthday]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/25/cinemassively-draxtor-despres-wishes-second-life-a-happy-fifth/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/25/cinemassively-draxtor-despres-wishes-second-life-a-happy-fifth/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/25/cinemassively-draxtor-despres-wishes-second-life-a-happy-fifth/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima

Draxtor Despres takes us on a sentimental journey through the last year of Second Life. His take on the past year includes making friends and revisiting old ones, being happy that all of the shady real world businesses finally abandoned us instead of pushing their products on us, and hoping that the parents, Linden Lab, will take care of their growing child. Our very own Tateru Nino recently did the same thing on the SL side of Massively with her ten-part Year in Review. Be sure to check both out!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Draxtor Despres wishes Second Life a Happy Fifth Birthday originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bernhard-draxcinemassivelydraxtor-despreslinden-labllmachinimasecond-lifeslsl5bWed, 25 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: The Interrogation]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/24/cinemassively-the-interrogation/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/24/cinemassively-the-interrogation/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/24/cinemassively-the-interrogation/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima

Over on our sister site, WoW Insider, Gnomechewer is a crowd favorite. He is known for releasing outstanding, funny, creative World of Warcraft machinimas in increasing frequency. However, we never thought that we'd post two new releases over two sites on the same day because we couldn't keep up with his production schedule!

The Interrogation focuses on an undead scout that is captured by the Scarlet Crusade, and then debriefed. The events in this WoW video take place in the kidnapped Horde's mind while the interrogation is taking place. While Gnomechewer doesn't necessarily think that this particular short film stands up to the rest of his work, we'd have to disagree!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: The Interrogation originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardcinemassivelygnomechewermachinimathe-interrogationworld-of-warcraftwowTue, 24 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: HypoHeretic]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/23/cinemassively-hypoheretic/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/23/cinemassively-hypoheretic/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/23/cinemassively-hypoheretic/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima

Second Life has proven to be an extremely popular platform for machinima production. However, sometimes it's just used to complement videos made in engines that don't involve human interaction at all. Such is the case with HypoHeretic, created by The Martin Brothers in iClone.

When John Martin III spoke on the machinima track of the 2007 Second Life Community Convention, he met a musician there, Kirsty Hawkshaw. Kirsty is a popular artist, with a dance track that is currently charting in the UK, and a long history of working with some very famous DJs! Together, they collaborated on a music video about a cyborg obsessed with meeting a virtual celebrity.

[Thanks, John!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: HypoHeretic originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelyhypohereticiclonejohn-martin-iiikristy-hawkshawlinden-labmachinimareallusionsecond-lifeslMon, 23 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Making a WoW machinima]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/22/cinemassively-making-a-wow-machinima/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/22/cinemassively-making-a-wow-machinima/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/22/cinemassively-making-a-wow-machinima/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima

ChrisT has created a tutorial on how to edit World of Warcraft footage into a machinima. While he skips the step where you would capture the gameplay with a program like Fraps, he does show how to do certain things in Sony Vegas. This video is suited towards the beginner to intermediate levels of video editing, with tips on velocity, editing on beats, panning, and masking.

You may need to pause or skip backwards in order to follow along, as this how-to is quite fast-paced. However, if you're interested in getting started in WoW machinima, it's worth checking out!

[Via Warcraftmovies.com]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Making a WoW machinima originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 22 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardchris-tcinemassivelyfrapshow-tomachinimamaking-a-wow-machinimasony-vegastutorialwarcraftmoviesworld-of-warcraftwowSun, 22 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: World of Workcraft]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/21/cinemassively-world-of-workcraft/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/21/cinemassively-world-of-workcraft/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/21/cinemassively-world-of-workcraft/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima, Humor

Lagspikefilm is back with another painfully real parody machinima. Last time, he spoofed MTV Cribs, but this time, he's taken on a much tougher topic -- the workplace. World of Workcraft is about a group of dragon slayers that log in to an office simulation game in their spare time.

Workcraft serves as proof that not all World of Warcraft videos need to be about PvP, PvE, etc. We hope that there's a sequel in the works, because we couldn't stop laughing at this brilliant video!

[Thanks, Tumnus!]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: World of Workcraft originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 21 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardcinemassivelylagspikefilmmachinimatumnuswegameworld-of-warcraftworld-of-workcraftwowSat, 21 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Animating avatars with CrazyTalk]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/20/cinemassively-animating-avatars-with-crazytalk/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/20/cinemassively-animating-avatars-with-crazytalk/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/20/cinemassively-animating-avatars-with-crazytalk/#commentsFiled under: Video, Second Life, Free-to-play, Cinemassively, Machinima

Reallusion, the company that creates the animated facial expression software, CrazyTalk, embraced Second Life machinima quite some time ago. First, they appeared at real life festivals, then they developed their own plot of land in the virtual world, and now they've created a page on their website that features the works of SL machinimators, as well as a tutorial. In the instructional video, they explain how to use their software to lipsync pictures of avatars, as well as give some tips and tricks.

[Thanks, John!]

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: Animating avatars with CrazyTalk originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelycrazy-talkcrazytalkjohn-martin-iiilinden-lablipsynclipsyncingmachinimareallusionsecond-lifeslFri, 20 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: For the Living]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/19/cinemassively-for-the-living/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/19/cinemassively-for-the-living/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/19/cinemassively-for-the-living/#commentsFiled under: Sci-fi, Video, Hellgate: London, Cinemassively, Machinima

DeafeningTheDaisies did a great job with a game not particularly known for machinima, Hellgate: London. Deafening has an entire series planned out, with most of the first episode almost done. While there isn't a plot in this video, it's certainly heavy on the scare factor!

The biggest problem with For the Living is the aspect ratio, which jumps back and forth between text and gameplay. However, that's easy to fix. We look forward to seeing the full series!

If you have machinima or movie suggestions from any MMO, please send them to machinima AT massively DOT com, along with any information you might have about them.

Cinemassively: For the Living originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinemassivelyflagship-studioshellgatehellgate-londonhglm-commachinimaThu, 19 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Real Biz in SL chats with Millions of Us]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/18/cinemassively-real-biz-in-sl-chats-with-millions-of-us/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/18/cinemassively-real-biz-in-sl-chats-with-millions-of-us/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/18/cinemassively-real-biz-in-sl-chats-with-millions-of-us/#commentsFiled under: Real life, Video, Second Life, Cinemassively, Machinima, Virtual worlds

Christian Lassonde, of Millions of Us, appeared on the Real Biz in SL show to discuss their work in Second Life. They recently announced that they would be bringing celebrity likenesses into virtual worlds, including SL. Cybergrrl Oh grilled Chris on the important questions, including their investment in the platform, their return on the investment, what kind of metrics they employ, whether it's worth being there, and if MoU will continue to stay.

While most of the answers sounded prepared, it was still informative! To check out the full half hour program, visit the show page on SLCN.tv.

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Cinemassively: Real Biz in SL chats with Millions of Us originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>chris-millionsofuschristian-lassondecinemassivelycybergrrl-ohlinden-labllmachinimamillions-of-usmoureal-biz-in-slsecond-lifeslWed, 18 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Turpster's Dingstravaganza]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/16/cinemassively-turpsters-dingstravaganza/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/16/cinemassively-turpsters-dingstravaganza/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/16/cinemassively-turpsters-dingstravaganza/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima, Humor

Every Saturday, our sister site, WoW Insider, holds a podcast on WoW Radio. Last Saturday was special, though, as their station co-host, Turpster, also of Turpstervision, was about to hit level 70. He invited everyone to join him on the Sporeggar EU server as he challenged newbie gnomes and dwarves to take him down in their starting area.

According to one attendee, Regis of Sunstrider, about 200 "newbs" showed up to take Turpster down. He kindly provided a video of the event, as well as a play-by-play of the action. Unfortunately, he was walking back from the graveyard when Turpster was defeated, so there are no screenshots or footage of that moment. Was anyone there that managed to capture the final battle?

[Thanks, Regis of Sunstrider!]

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Cinemassively: Turpster's Dingstravaganza originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blizzardcinemassivelymachinimaregis-of-sunstridersporeggarturpsterturpsters-dingstravaganzaturpstervisionworld-of-warcraftwowwow-insiderwow-radioMon, 16 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cinemassively: Slim Jim]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/15/cinemassively-slim-jim/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/15/cinemassively-slim-jim/http://massively.joystiq.com/2008/06/15/cinemassively-slim-jim/#commentsFiled under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Video, Cinemassively, Machinima, Humor

For some videographers, machinima can be a lucrative business. Myndflame, the creators of the Illegal Danish series, have made a full time living for over a year now producing machinima for clients. Using World of Warcraft, they've recently released a commercial for Slim Jim, the beef jerky stick. In the ad, they focus on a knight that has problems rescuing a fair maiden until the product is introduced.

While WoW is a popular machinima platform, Blizzard has imposed a Fair Use Guide that restricts how machinimators can profit from their work. In the case of this specific video, Slim Jim most likely received a content use license from Blizzard.

[Via Warcraftmovies.com]

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Cinemassively: Slim Jim originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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