Who Are You?
"Just an guy (or ""Normal Man"" if you'd prefer) that likes video games and anime and cats (especially mine, as seen in my profile pic here). I tend to gravitate towards the more obscure and interesting stuff over safe/samey mainstream slop. I am vehemently against all monetization in games other than paying for a copy up-front once; games that want money in any other way are ones I avoid - so absolutely no live service games, MMOs, or basically anything multiplayer-focused. That definitely limits what I play in terms of modern games, but I really don't think I'm missing much by taking that stance.
I've been on the internet forever, but didn't post a whole lot (although I still have some of the oldest reviews and FAQs for a few Sega Genesis titles up on GameFAQs under an old name) and stopped completely for a long time following the rise of the big all-encompassing social media websites because I wanted nothing to do with them. I'm a very private individual and don't want to broadcast anything about myself to the whole world at large for literally anybody on earth to scrutinize. I do like smaller communities, forums, etc. though, hence why I do make semi-regular posts here on Plus and I am moderately active in the foxucord."
How did you hear about Side Scrollers?
YouTube recommendation, was around 6 months after the show started I think.
What is your favorite video game of all time?
Ys 8: Lacrimosa of Dana
What video game have you put the most amount of hours in?
Probably one of the Personas
What video game have you spent the most amount of money on?
I don't do microtransactions...so probably my copies of Ys8 (I have every port)?
Who is your favorite villain (in any video game)?
The Ys7 true villain reveal is really shocking...
Who is your video game crush?
Feena - who wouldn't love a kind-hearted blue-haired angel?
Are there any video game you are just terrible at?
Hardcore Sims, Tournament Fighters (except smash bros), anything with controls that aren't simple to understand.
In which video game world would you want to live in?
Most are really effed up...maybe Chrono Trigger - specifically in 1999 after Lavos is defeated?
What is your favorite movie of all time?
Austin Powers (love a good raunchy comedy)
If you HAD to go on a road trip with Superman, OR Batman, who would you pick?
Batman
Nickelback Or Linkin Park?
Neither
Which is your preferred gaming company?
Nintendo
What color would your lightsaber be?
Blue
The Shire or Narnia?
Shire
Is there anything you would like to say to us (Side Scrollers)?
"Been enjoying the show, nice seeing Craig again after several years (recognized him from ScrewAttack) and I've come to like Blabs and a lot of the regular guests (especially Kirsche as you can see from the pic I attached) too. Very chill, feels like just a few friends hanging out and discussing stuff - the conversations sometimes go in unexpected directions and that's just part of the fun.
Never joined anything like SS+ before, but it's been fun. I've enjoyed a lot of the exclusives, the community is friendly, and I never really thought I'd start posting gameplay videos and leaving impressions of games on a forum like this. I try to stick to obscure retro and indie games and neat oddities like new PC ports of old classics or romhacks that really do something new with a game. I'm not really aspiring to be a content creator (I'm an old software engineer - I want to design/build tools that help improve people's lives and not deal with any drama), but it is nice to spread the word about cool stuff and I feel like it provides a nice contrast to some of the darker stories and all the BS threatening to destroy the mainstream games industry and society as a whole.
Keep up the great work, but don't get too caught up chasing money and views - steadily growing a base of dedicated fans is more important than bringing in big numbers of casuals that come and go if you want this thing to exist and be profitable for many years to come. ""Do the right thing, always"" - per a certain old guy who made that his catchphrase. It's good to grow and bring in more cash, but don't do it at the expense of losing sight of who you are and where you came from."
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We never meant for today to turn into a full-blown pilgrimage. Originally, we planned a livestream. Buc-ee’s would be the backdrop — oversized snacks, perfectly arranged brisket burritos, and the distinct scent of gasoline and nostalgia in the air. But, somewhere between idea and execution, we said “nah.”
Instead, we lived it.
Before we even stepped through Buc-ee’s automatic doors, we were greeted by a fan — a small but energizing reminder that what we do matters to people. And then, with the kind of anticipation you normally reserve for concerts or Christmas mornings, Blabs declared her one true goal: eat.
Blabs, already vibrating with excitement, stood before the sandwich counter like a worshipper at an altar. Her hands jazzed, clasped, fluttered, pointed. The Big Buckin’ Brisket Sandwich was tempting, but the Carolina Pulled Pork stole her soul. She literally hugged the sign.
“Ohhh, maybe I’ll get both,” she mused. “I’m getting fat-ass today.”
A bold declaration. A Buc-ee’s declaration.
She danced toward the bakery. Oatmeal raisin cookies, massive cinnamon rolls, muffins the size of small dogs — she surveyed them all like a war general planning a sweet invasion. Meanwhile, I was struggling with my own indecision. Chicken and fries? A burrito? Brisket? Cheesesteak? It was a battlefield of carbs and smoked meats.
Eventually, I landed on the pulled pork. Blabs did too. And just like that, we made our way out to the car — two champions, two sandwiches, no napkins.
We forgot drinks. That was mistake number one. Mistake number two was thinking I’d get the first bite in before Blabs.
Because by the time I opened my sandwich wrapper, she was halfway done. I've never seen anyone eat a barbecue sandwich with such speed, such joy, such… grace? Is that the word? Probably not. But impressive? Hell yes.
She danced with every bite. She hoovered. She transcended. “It’s so freaking good, bro,” she managed between mouthfuls.
It wasn’t just eating. It was a performance.
When the last bite vanished, she leaned back, fully satisfied, glowing like someone who just achieved true peace. Ten out of ten. Would eat again. Probably twice today.
Meanwhile, I was still on bite one.
But we weren’t done. Oh no. You can’t just leave Buc-ee’s after one round. We went back in, like hobbits returning to Mordor — except instead of a cursed ring, we were chasing pecans and Rice Krispie Treats.
Blabs wandered through the store like she was in a trance. Candies. Drinks. Nuts. Bakery goods. That glazed pecan display practically called to her by name. She considered everything and then some: peppered turkey strips, oatmeal raisin cookies (again), fudge, Rice Krispie Treats the size of VHS tapes. She caved. She grabbed a cart.
Women be shopping. Yes, even at Buc-ee’s.
There was a moment of existential crisis near the fudge. A penny press nearly brought her to tears of joy. She packed pennies. This was not her first Buc-ee’s rodeo.
At one point, we passed a teenage influencer loudly proclaiming to his 12 followers, “THIS is Buc-ee’s.” Blabs side-eyed him while gripping her peppered turkey like a survivalist. She wasn’t here to post. She was here to consume.
At checkout, the final damage: $39.16. Worth every penny.
She debated adding more beaver nuggets but showed rare restraint. As we walked out, the Texas heat hit like a wave, and the sadness set in. The doors whooshed shut behind her — the gates of Valhalla, closing. There was a look in her eyes. The look of someone who’d found love… and had to leave it behind.
In her bag: one brisket burrito, to be savored across the next few nights like a squirrel rationing acorns. In her heart: memories of pulled pork perfection.
And maybe — just maybe — we bring the King of the Couch crew here next time. An army of content creators, united under the Buc-ee’s banner, battling it out, fueled by brisket and joy.
Until then, we live with the memory. And Blabs? She’ll dream of that sandwich.
