Other (not listed) FFXIV - BordenGrote's Application

Discussion in 'Accepted and on Probation' started by BordenGrote, Oct 4, 2010.

  1. FFXIV Application
    How old are you?
    31
    In-Game Name?
    Borden Grote
    Do you have Teamspeak3 and a Mic?
    Yes
    What is your Primary Combat Class
    Archer
    What is your Primary Crafting Class
    Carpenter
    What is your Current Physical Level?
    10
    Why did you choose XoO:
    A friend of mine, who I have known for about 8 years, recommended that I play Final Fantasy XIV. After checking out the beta, and discovering that it plays so much better with a controller, I decided to join in. He has been showing me some of the ropes and suggested that I join the XoO.
    Previous Gaming Experience:
    I have been gaming ever since I can remember, as my family always had an Atari 2600. I have owned pretty much every major console at some point over the years. My taste in games is also very diverse, as I enjoy everything from shooters and action to rpg and strategy. My favorite recent games include Fallout 3, Dragon Quest IX, Infamous, Batman Arkham Asylum, Super Mario Galaxy... I could certainly go on. I played a bit of FFXI back in the day, and played a bit more of WoW over the years.
    Why do you think you'll be a good fit?
    I am mostly here because of the recommendation of my friend, and I trust his judgment in people. If he fits in, I think that I would likely fit in as well. In addition, I am already familiar with the basics of mmo mechanics and while I am just learning the FFXIV ropes, it's still new, so I guess we all are. I do feel like I am a quick learner and have already figured out a good deal of the game mechanics on my own. Given that, I am also good at explaining the way things work to others in a concise and effective manner. I also understand the importance of working well with others in a calm and rational fashion.
    What will you contribute to the guild?
    I am good at taking direction, and in fact that is something that helps focus my energies in a game as open and big as this. With that in mind, I would try to fit in where needed and be available to help out with the current goals. I am also happy to share the stuff I don't need for the benefit of the greater good... the greater good. (That's right, a Hot Fuzz reference, just so you know I'm cool.)
    Do you have a referral?
    Secret Chief
    A little bit about yourself?
    I live in Chicago, and I moved here a little over 3 years ago to pursue a career in comedy. I am currently taking improv classes and am a member of an improv/sketch group. Mr. Show and the State are probably why I'm doing this. I also play and write music, mostly guitar and vocals, and have been in a band in the past. I love to read, but don't do it often enough, and mostly gravitate to modern literary fiction such as House of Leaves or Fortress of Solitude. Hunter S Thompson might be my favorite writer, but then again Kurt Vonnegut is pretty damn good too.
     
  2. Roch The Shaman
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    Hot Fuzz is the shit, if I could I would just accept you but I cant. So GL!

    Hey can we make him play guitar and sing in TS?
     
  3. kinetic medic
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    We'll see about that Roch, check you PM's sir!

    -KM
     
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    Interview went well.... ACCEPTED!!

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