Pictures from Claire-bear!

Hey guys,

here are shots from my cam!
I'll post 'em here for the group too!

It's been fun meeting other members!
I'm looking forward to cheering/meeting others who werent there.


-iana-

New Worlds 5 Pictures!

Taken using Carl's Cam. :D

HEROES Season 2, Episode 5

http://www.wow-tv.co.uk/1/H/H205.html
"Fight or Flight"

Daddy Parkman may be a kontrabida, but I like his power! :D

New Worlds 5 tomorrow!

View the poster here.

Celebrate your love for science fiction and fantasy in the biggest fan event of the year at New Worlds 5: The 5th Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention.

Step through the stargate or through the wardrobe in costume or in Muggle clothing! Bring your lightsabers and phasers, your amulets and cutlasses and wooden stakes, or even the One Ring and your chakram! Scoot over in a 1976 Chevy Impala or park your Viper nearby! Watch the Activity Center transform into a hub of science fiction and fantasy for Daleks and the Losties and heroes, where vampires and mecha converge over dice and boardgames!

Activities to watch out for are the forums on Film with Quark Henares and historian Teddy Co at 4pm, Sci Fi Literature at 230pm, Stage Fighting, and the fan favorite: the Cosplay Contest.

In light of the recent explosion at Glorietta 2, the New Worlds Alliance would like to announce that New Worlds 5: The 5th Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention is proceeding as scheduled on October 27, 2007, at the Glorietta Activity Center.

Ayala Malls assures all attendees that security will be tighter and the safety of all mall patrons is their highest priority. As a result, please be warned that all bags will be inspected. Please be ready to dismantle and unwrap all costumes, props, gadgets and toys for inspection upon entry into the mall.

Please leave all weapons and props which may be misconstrued as weapons at home. All props which may be misconstrued as a weapon will be marked and peace-bonded for everyone's safety and peace of mind. All such props must remain in the activity area at all times.

The New Worlds Alliance requests all people who intend to attend the event to comply with with these security regulations for a safe convention that everyone will enjoy.

New Worlds 5 is presented to you by the Ayala Malls, Crime/Suspense, A Different Bookstore, Amped.ph, NU107, DreamFM, Crossover 105.1, Hackenslash, Psicom, Fandom Inc, and the New Worlds Alliance.

Visit the New Worlds Website for more.

Geek Magazine interviews Masi Oka

Geek Magazine's interview with Masi Oka (Hiro Nakamura of Heroes) is now available online. Here is an excerpt:

“A geek is someone who is passionate about something,” points out the man whose portrayal of Hiro Nakamura has, in many ways, been the audience’s entry point to NBC’s superhero drama, Heroes. “It can be about anything. It can be about musicals. It can be about computers. It can be about our show. And you can be passionate about more than one thing. I would rather be passionate about something than apathetic about everything. To be Geek is to be human.”

Link to part 1 and part 2 of the interview.

Heroes Season 2 Premiers at Greenbelt 3

We’ve all seen the battle at the Kirby  Plaza during the season 1 finale. Now, our beloved heroes are back for season 2!

I was given 2 invites for this season’s premier held at the Cinema 5 of Greenbelt 3 last October 18, 2007. Being a hardcore fan that I am, I scrolled through my mobile phone’s contact numbers exuberantly to see who I can tag along. I saw my cousin’s name and realized he hasn’t started watching season 2 – best candidate, so I called him.

“That’s so cool! But you’ve seen it already. Why would you still go?” he said.

“I’m the biggest fan. I ran a fan group, remember? I don’t mind watching it again.” I replied. The next thing I knew he was picking me from home.

We arrived 20 minutes early. At the queue area, I saw organizers from Crime/Suspense, most were in Heroes shirt and there were a few panels around Cinema 5. I saw familiar panels like Claire’s and Peter’s (from Season 1) but the best thing was seeing panels for season 2 – 2  panels for the main cast, 1 for Kristen Bell and another 1 for David Anders (yes, in his Takezo Kensei costume). Such an eye-candy.

A few girls went over to Peter’s panel for picture-taking. Some of them even went as far as caressing Peter’s chest and smiling coyly in front of the camera. Hats off to them for being game.

Then, there were tarp banners for the sponsors and presentors and a long table that displayed back issues of Fudge magazines and pastries from BreadTalk – given as freebies for the guests.

The program started with a deejay from Monster Radio RX 93.1 hosting the game. Heroes-related questions were given and 10 winners got their own goody bag which had Heroes comics (not the 9th Wonder comic book, too bad) and the Vote Petrelli button pins. I intentionally did not join the contest, even if the questions were really, really easy because I prefer the autographed comic books! (I am so joining the Auction thing at the con, hehe)

Shortly after, the airing of season 2 pilot episode began. It kinda felt weird that moment and the weirdness went away when I heard the familiar narration along with the familiar faces on the screen. New faces were shown too, which added more excitement. The only part I didn’t like was how they showed it. The screen was pixilated. It was not the typical ones that you see in movies/films.

There were a few reactions from the audience (giggles and so) and when I turned around to see, my face almost froze. Lots of empty seats, about 50 of them. If I had a way, I could’ve dragged my members, it could’ve been a much successful event with most of the geeks cheering and simply just enjoying their favorite TV show.

It was a joy to see that my favorite characters have made it to the second season. I am particularly interested in Peter’s new life, Hiro’s journey in feudal Japan and Molly’s struggles with the nightmare man. Who is he?! (Okay, I’m pretending I haven’t watched episode 4 haha)

On our way out, we were greeted with another round of free Fudge Magazines, Heroes posters and umbrella courtesy of RPN9 / Pare! I also got a Vote Petrelli button pin for winning the “look-under-your-seats-lucky-ones-will-get-a-gift” thing. Freebies are always good and fun.

 

My verdict for the whole event: 3 out of 5 stars.

Heroes Premium Items Giveaways

Crime and Suspense is REALLY awesome for they will give us Heroes premium items for our activities at the con. These are:

• signed comic books by the Heroes Cast
• signed Heroes shirt
• button pins
• collectible puzzle cards

All you need to do is participate in the trivia games, Heroes Phils' Who Wants to Be a Hiro challenge and auction events to win these prizes :)

Volunteers Meeting - update as of Oct 18

Oct. 19, 7pm: 4 votes
Oct. 21, 3pm: 0

Starbucks Shang: 3 votes
Coffee Bean GB3: 1 vote



Confirmed Volunteers as of October 18:

1. Shey
2. Icheb
3. Beej
4. Carl
5. Iana
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We need more!!!! :)

Volunteers Meeting

It's less than 2 weeks before the con! Aside from volunteers for Sylar's Victims, we also need people to man the booth. We will use the buddy system. Each pair can take turns, say, every after 1 hour? More details at the Volunteer's meeting :)

I'm posting here the proposed meeting sched, Friday Oct 19 (7pm) or Sunday Oct 21 (3pm). Venue is either Coffee Bean Greenbelt 3 or Starbucks Shangrila Mall. Let's vote on the date and venue. (I'm treating a cookie for each volunteer, haha)

Kindly sign up below :)

1. Shey
2. Icheb
3. Beej - wants a free cookie. and free frap. LOL. prefers Starbucks Shang.
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Dare-2-Pair : A Whimsical Rockin' Tandem

Start:	Oct 30, '07 7:00p
Location:	Hard Rock Café, Makati

Partying at Hard Rock Café at Halloween has become a tradition among many members of the New Worlds Alliance. It's that time of the year, and once again, it's time for another rockin' party with the geeks!

Dare-2-Pair : A Whimsical Rockin' Tandem
Hard Rock Café 2007 Halloween Party
October 30, 2007 (Tuesday) / 7:00 pm

Entrance Fee: P400 (inclusive of 1 drink); FREE ENTRANCE for all costumed individuals

COSTUME CONTEST:
PRIZES
Famous Pair (winner) - P10,000 cash plus gift pack
Honorable Mention:
1st - P3,000 worth HRC GC/gift pack
2nd - P2,000 worth HRC GC/gift pack

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING
50% Creativity & Originality
35% Visual Presentation & Accuracy
15% Over-all impact

Costume Guidelines:
1. Contestants should come in pairs dressed as a "Famous Pair". One Pair is considered as one (1) entry.
2. Pairs not necessarily male & female. They can be both female or both male.
3. Costumes may be based on the following :
Historical/Literature (books)
Political
Movies
Pop Icons
TV Series (Live Action only)
Cartoons (Disney & Looney Toones only) - No graphic Novels/ Animes .
4. No scary, gory, messy, lewd or vulgar costumes.
5. The organizers reserves the right to refuse people who do not follow the criteria mentioned above from joining the contest.
6. Contestants are encouraged to pre-register their costumes beginning on October 15 to ensure that they conform to the guidelines and will not be disqualified on the day of the contest.
7. Pre-register by getting a registration form at the Hard Rock Café. For inquiries call 8934661 to 64.

The NWA on Mornings at Maxville

Please tune in to the Mornings at Maxville show on 103.5 MAX FM on Friday, October 26, 7:00 AM. We will be promoting the NWA and New Worlds 5! Reps from various fandoms will be present to talk about the convention.

Special thanks to Jon Sideño!

HEROES Season 2, Episode 4

http://www.wow-tv.co.uk/1/H/h204.html
"The Kindness of Strangers"

watch out for Monica! cool power!!! :D

posters

Season 2

Sylar is back!!!!

Hiro does not want to return to his time yet...he's fallen in love with the 'princess'

HEROES Season 2, Episode 3

http://www.wow-tv.co.uk/1/H/h203.html
"Kindred"

NWA General Assembly

Start:	Oct 6, '07 3:00p
Location:	Fandom Cafe

NWA Reps G.A.

More candid shots from the cast

Season 1 & 2

HEROES Season 2, Episode Two

http://www.wow-tv.co.uk/1/H/h202.html
"Lizards"

:)

Behind the Scenes: "Four Months Later"

Fergie - Big Girls Don't Cry MUSIC VIDEO

Im not much into music vids but since hottie Milo is in this one, I think it's worth posting!

Heroes goes bowling!

Was able to get these pictures of hayden and kristen!