WRUP: Come On, Man, It Is The '90s

Each week, simply firstly of the weekend, we meet up with the WoW Insider employees and ask them, "What are you playing this week?" -- in any other case referred to as: WRUP. Be part of us to see what we're up to in and out of game, and catch us in the feedback to let us know what you're taking part in, too!

Going to BlizzCon? No? Why not? It's the '90s! Everyone's going to conventions as of late!

Certain, it is in Southern California, and for many of you, that is a long way from residence. But man, that is the '90s. They have planes now. And a few of those planes even have air telephones. You can hook up your 14.4k modem to one of those and connect with your favorite Warcraft 2 BBS, possibly play slightly Legend of the Purple Dragon from 20,000 ft. Why not? It is the '90s!

What's that? You say it's not the '90s -- it's 2011? Well, in fact it's! I know exactly what in the present day is. See this Casio digital watch on my wrist? It has the day, week, month, and year on it. Everybody's got one -- everyone, that's, who's living in the '90s.

BlizzCon, the most well liked occasion of the '90s, is arising in a mere two weeks. So right now, in addition to the usual query of "What are you taking part in?" (Super Nintendo and Scattergories, obvi), I had our prime-notch writers (lots of whom have Tripod pages) answer a bonus question: "What terrific advice do you have got for the go-go BlizzCon attending of us of the '90s?"

Anne Stickney (@Shadesogrey) This weekend can be spent finishing my entry for the global Writing Contest -- in different phrases, writing like a madwoman.

As for BlizzCon -- make sure you have plenty of water alongside, the convention corridor is greater than it seems! Show up for panels early, test the occasions schedule and figure out what you wish to hit prematurely. Additionally -- comfy footwear. Severely, you can be on your ft pretty much all day long. Comfy shoes are the very best!

Allison Robert (@AllisonRobert) I'll be going to another wedding ceremony this weekend however will in any other case be on the PTR getting notes for an upcoming Shifting on tanking and healing the three new 5-mans.

As for BlizzCon, I've yet to go, but if I had to guess from previous experiences with tutorial conferences and the like, have just one bit of advice: Don't put on heels.

Alex Ziebart (@AlexZiebart) (gplus.to/alexziebart) Been taking part in some Lifeless Island and hopefully will get a hefty quantity of co-op time in with a buddy of mine. Good coop video games are far more rare than they should be.

For BlizzCon, take extra shirts than you think you may need. Should you get tremendous-sweaty, cease into your hotel room and change shirts. It's higher than being smelly and uncomfortable all day.

Chase Hasbrouck First WRUP /yay. Continuing my feral soloing in challenge in WoW (when Kuwaiti latency permits), else taking part in SpaceChem on Steam. All of the fun of programming with out the code!

BlizzCon: by no means been, however experience has taught me at all times to observe the 3 W's when traveling: water, weight, and walking (comfortably).

Daniel Desmond (@hazmacewillraid) I will be doing a bit little bit of PTR spelunking, making an attempt out the brand new dungeons and paladin adjustments, but principally I will be scratching just a few extra tallies into my wall with a plastic spoon, counting the times till Skyrim releases.

As for BlizzCon, this can be my first! As such, I will be sticking to my guildmates like black leather seats on a scorching summer time day.

Daniel Whitcomb (@DanielWhitcomb) Since my mage and warrior are on hold till the 4.Three goes dwell, I could see if I can solo me some extra tier 5 for my warlock. I am additionally enjoying some Aquaria and Bastion (once more) on Steam, so I may do some extra with these video games.

My advice? Hygiene. Specifically, double-, triple-, and quadruple-verify your travel bag. In case you miss one thing like a toothbrush or a shaving equipment, chances are high you'll have to pay an arm and a leg to replace it.

Dawn Moore (@dawnwow) Not taking part in something this weekend, however I will be watching a number of StarCraft 2 and League of Legends at IPL3.

Recommendation for BlizzCon? Hmm ... Waiting in the badge pick-up line isn't necessary if you don't should be the primary one into opening ceremonies. Just decide up your badge while everyone seems to be in line for the ceremonies and you'll be in and out in 5 minutes.

Elizabeth Wachowski (@leeatwaterlives) I am still on my honeymoon in NYC, but once i get back I will in all probability start AC: Brotherhood, since my AC2 disc is scratched and I don't think I can finish.

Fox Van Allen (@foxvanallen) (gplus.to/foxvanallen) I've been in Philly for a strong part of the week, and I will be staying in Philly all through the weekend hanging with my pal Chester. All types of enjoyable will likely be had. Like today, I ate Dutch food. We are a terribly boring folks, we Dutch.

My BlizzCon recommendation: If you wish to hang out with Fox, I recommend you get your request in forward of time, as a result of there are many of you, only a few nights in lovely Southern California, and only one Fox. Additional, I counsel anyone who shouldn't be from an area with Jack in the Box eating places to go eat at a Jack in the Field restaurant. Oh my god.

Joe Perez (@Lodurzj) Extra LoL, I have a brand new champion to be taught! Also extra alt leveling in WoW and actually trying forward to a different select my journey day Sunday; I'll in all probability begin earlier (3 p.m.) this week and go till 5.Minecraft Server List 'll even be livestreaming the journey, so be certain to watch Twitter for the link and time!

Largest BlizzCon blunder: not sporting comfy and supportive footwear. Significantly, you stand and stroll so much that you're a fool if you do not. Additionally, the amount of pain your feet will likely be in will be stunning. Also, drink / carry a lot of water and try to eat exterior of the convention heart. Tons of fine native locations to nom things at which are a fast walk from the convention middle.

Josh Myers (@Elamqt) I'm liking my military of premade and principal-transferred shaman on the PTR. I also have a lone mage premade who was set up with spec/glyphs/keybinds/and many others. and then promptly forgotten.

I have no BlizzCon recommendation, although I caution all Wow Insider meetup attendees to keep away from eye contact with Fox. That's simply widespread sense, although.

(Wonderful point. This is how I select my prey. -- Fox)

Kelly Aarons (@Cadistra) Hoping for some quality time with my DS, however I am not sure, as I will be working at my job, doing art, and it is Thanksgiving up here in Canada-land, so there's that. I'll be heading out of town Sunday night to see my household.

BlizzCon advice? Take the health-examine:

Convey lots of water with you.

Put on comfy shoes (with insoles if needed). Remember to stretch your decrease back each hour or so!

Carry some protein-rich snacks with you -- pure meals bars, dry-roasted nuts (like almonds and cashews). Con food is overpriced and full of crap, and it will keep you fuller longer. /well being nerd

Mat McCurley (@gomatgo) (gplus.to/gomatgo) I am a broken record. League of Legends and WoW.

Tips for BlizzCon: deliver a bottle of water if you'll be able to, take things gradual, wear comfortable shoes, and buy Mat McCurley drinks on the WoW Insider Reader Meetup.

Matt Low (@matticus) In a change of tempo, playing on my Nintendo DS. Replaying some Remaining Fantasy VI! My faaaaaavourite Ultimate Fantasy sequence -- ever!

Matt Rossi (@matthewrossi) (gplus.to/MatthewWRossi) My hand is absolutely screwed up now, so bad I don't suppose I can play a lot of anything. (I'm typing this one-finger, hunt-and-peck model).

As for BlizzCon, I've by no means been.

Matt Walsh (@Rhidach) Some Sword of the Stars with some buddies, for (probable) last game before the sequel comes out. We'll send the previous lady off in model. I am going to even be getting some severe Minecraft time in since my guild's server was down last week. Have to make up for lost time!

This will only be my second BlizzCon, but the largest factor I picked up last 12 months is to be really early to something you need to go to -- panels or no matter. Aside from badge pickup on Thursday night. It is open for hours and badges aren't restricted in the identical manner seats or space is. No want to point out up early for that line; go later that evening and coast right through to pickup.

Michael Gray (@writegray) I'll be shooting weddings by means of most of the marriage, which is without delay exciting and terrifying. I am not the pro of the workforce, so I besides to spend a variety of time going "Hurrr ..."
The weekend is the right time to kick again, relax and take pleasure in some game time. Are you an achievement junkie? Cannot get enough raiding? Rolling a new alt? Contemplating taking the leap into roleplaying? Whatever your favourite approach to play World of Warcraft, let us know within the comments what you are enjoying this weekend!