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Title: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Typhlosion on March 02, 2011, 22:39
Another Official Meet? Why, how fantastic!

Where? London, of course.

When? Saturday 23rd July.

How can I be there? Sign up for it. But only if you meet our requirements. Only those of 16 years or older are allowed to attend. If you're 16 or 17 (and in some cases even when you're older), you must ask your parents or guardians for permission. That's a legal requirement. Which means it's really important.

Exact times and locations will be decided in private. We realise we're very early with this year, but with quite a few of us in full time work now, we needed to be quicker off the mark this time. If you're interested in coming, say so below, and we'll grant you board access in the future.

We know that you might need to take a while to confirm your availablity here, therefore the deadline for attendance confirmation is the 9th July. After then, you will need to seek special permission from Joeno or myself in order to attend.

Again, here's something we wish to make clear: if you're going to walk off and do something by yourself, it's your own responsibility to find the group again. We're not waiting around for anybody.

Since this is a common complaint, we'd like to announce that while the 2011 Meet will remain in London, we're strongly considering taking the 2012 Meet elsewhere. Suggestions for that will be welcomed at a later date, and because of that we are not currently interested in complaints about the location. Times aren't negotiable either.

(As for the small print: We reserve the right to refuse admittance to members for any reasons we consider appropriate. If, for example, you joined the site two days ago, you need to forgive us for not being quite as sure about your intentions. However, generally the meet is open to anyone).

We look forward to seeing you there!
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Webby2 on March 02, 2011, 22:45
Ooooh, didn't realise the official announcement would be so soon.

At this moment in time I'm a yes but if I can't make it I'll make it known =]
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: That Girl in the 'Roo Suit on March 02, 2011, 23:02
Consider me there.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Mulholland on March 02, 2011, 23:09
I suppose I'll be there ¬¬
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: That Girl in the 'Roo Suit on March 02, 2011, 23:17
I suppose I'll be there ¬¬

...I suppose if you really have to...
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Joeno on March 02, 2011, 23:21
I've offered to bring someone else with me instead of him, but no, that wasn't right either... Men...!
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Mulholland on March 02, 2011, 23:23
I've offered to bring someone else with me instead of him, but no, that wasn't right either... Men...!

Just because I don't want you to ask out a certain staff member :P

I mean jees Jeroen way to commit ¬¬
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Winston Payne on March 02, 2011, 23:36
I doubt that I'm going to France this summer, so I'll see if I can fork out some money for the train!

Although...I remember being charged £88 for a Single to Leeds from Kings Cross. Quelle rip-off!
(Booking in advance will cheapen the fare, though. I hope.)

Also, I move for PKMN.NET Official Meet: Morley 2012. I can show you our Historic Market, Town Hall and...Morrison's.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Typhlosion on March 03, 2011, 00:14
Although...I remember being charged £88 for a Single to Leeds from Kings Cross. Quelle rip-off!
(Booking in advance will cheapen the fare, though. I hope.)

Last year I paid about £40 altogether for 2 singles between Stockport and London Euston, booked about 2 and a half months in advance.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Enigma on March 03, 2011, 12:38
Yep, I should be attending. Especially seeing as it's on the ~magic number~ date of the month. (y)

Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Dragonpika on March 03, 2011, 16:41
I'll be there =D I can't wait! And I'll likely have a friend with me from offsite, just as a heads-up.

Definitely excited for it, it'll be great to see everyone again ^__^
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Mulholland on March 03, 2011, 16:47
I'll be there =D I can't wait! And I'll likely have a friend with me from offsite, just as a heads-up.

Make them join or they won't get cake... if I remember to make one :P
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Lorem Ipsum on March 03, 2011, 17:02
Only one more year until I can come!
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Latias Tamer on March 03, 2011, 17:18
I will absolutely try my hardest to be there again! I've just got to work out my plans for the summer first...
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Enigma on March 03, 2011, 17:20
I'll be there =D I can't wait! And I'll likely have a friend with me from offsite, just as a heads-up.

[/not going now]

I'm incredibly offended you have these so-called 'Friends.' I thought I was your only "off-site accquaintence." Your lack of morals sickens me.

(what)

You referring to Ben? I will annhilate him WITHOUT the fancy graphics of PBR this time. D<

And we'll have to have a single battle, seeing as doubles is just too complicated. ;_:
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Dragonpika on March 03, 2011, 17:35
Yes, Tim, I'm talking about Ben xD I'm looking forward to watching your little battle royale (y)
(and don't worry, love, he isn't really a friend.. you're still my only one, carrotcake~<3)

Make them join or they won't get cake... if I remember to make one :P

He says he is willing to join for the promise of cake!
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Shaymin on March 04, 2011, 19:47
this year i really want to come. I might ask my mum and check when we're going on holiday to see if I can go.

hopefully. hopefully.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Cmyles2 on March 05, 2011, 15:36
yeah im on it! havent been to one of these in a while
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Zy on March 19, 2011, 19:02
Oh crap, I don't know if my exams/school is over by that date.... put me down as a maybe!
Last time was great, so I'll try my best to make this time.

My new 5th Gen Mons hunger again for Tim's blood.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Enigma on March 20, 2011, 21:44
Oh crap, I don't know if my exams/school is over by that date.... put me down as a maybe!
Last time was great, so I'll try my best to make this time.

My new 5th Gen Mons hunger again for Tim's blood.

We'll see about that ;o I'd have returned from the VGC victorious by then, so you'll have to excuse me while I polish my trophy between turns. ;D

[/is gonna be destroyed]
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Anarcree on March 20, 2011, 23:02
We'll see about that ;o I'd have returned from the VGC victorious by then, so you'll have to excuse me while I polish my trophy between turns. ;D

[/is gonna be destroyed]
*cough*

I'm sure you mean you'll be polishing /my/ trophy between turns. Because you know, I'm going to win the VGC ;o

I am probably going to be going this year. I will keep you posted~
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Winston Payne on March 21, 2011, 00:42
I'm sure you mean you'll be polishing /my/ trophy between turns.
Oh yeah, polish that trophy. Harder. HARDER.

Alex, perhaps we could make joint arrangements and abscond to London together? It would be most awesome if possible!
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: sylar on March 21, 2011, 13:06
i might be able to make it since i think we'll have moved house by then meaning money problems won't be as much a deal. plus my sister has cheaper travelling on the train because she's a poor student lol

umm not promising anything though but the possibility is all up in the air and stuff so if i do make it then yay finally you can all be in my presence or... whatever. i'm not good at being all narcissistic any more. :<
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Angelic Lapras King on March 21, 2011, 20:11
Sign me up as usual Mikey. ;)
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Afro-Disiak on March 22, 2011, 21:03
See you all there! ;)
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Legacy on March 22, 2011, 21:57
Could I possibly say I MIGHT be there? It all depends on my money issues etc. I'll post a definite yes/no answer for this meet as soon as I can. As of now, I'm unsure, but I do definitely want to go.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Ledyba on March 23, 2011, 09:10
i'll be there.   I mean, how else will I defend my title of worst dress person.

Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Cheren on April 09, 2011, 18:23
I probably won't be able to go there for many reasons, but have fun!

...Am I the only one here that lives in America? D:
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Liam on April 09, 2011, 18:24
^Nope. Loads of people on these forums are from America.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Lord Raven on April 09, 2011, 18:41
Well, not "loads" but we are outnumbered heavily by the UK people.  Don't worry, I live in America too -_-
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Darkwing on April 09, 2011, 19:20
Even amongst the UK ones there is a minor division... Namely the usual Scotland/England fun... Ireland and Wales seem neutral.

Perhaps Edinburgh for next year. Personally I always find it mildy classier than Gllasgow, much as I love both.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Trainer Dave on April 09, 2011, 20:13
Hmm, I'd probably be able to make it this year (so long as no other plans come up that'd run over it). Put me down as "Attending" for now, please! :)
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Shaymin on April 10, 2011, 10:39
Even amongst the UK ones there is a minor division... Namely the usual Scotland/England fun... Ireland and Wales seem neutral.

Perhaps Edinburgh for next year. Personally I always find it mildy classier than Gllasgow, much as I love both.

isn't edinburgh STILL a bit far? Personally I think somewhere in the middle of the UK, maybe even the North West which, if you look at all of britain in a map, looks pretty centric*

*isn't just saying that because I live in the north west >w>
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: zezemanoob on April 10, 2011, 10:41
can i be there via video conference?
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Charlie The Umbreon on April 10, 2011, 10:47
I thought that the minimum age was thirteen. o.o
Aw. :c Lower it to thirteen.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Shaymin on April 10, 2011, 10:58
I thought that the minimum age was thirteen. o.o
Aw. :c Lower it to thirteen.

nope, sixteen love. guess you'll have to wait a few more years :(
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Afro-Disiak on April 10, 2011, 13:25
The Official Meet has always been in London, so it's also about tradition as well as convenience. There are other meets throughout the year organized by various individuals that take place all over the country. They are often not advertised publicly because they aren't official and the Admins don't want to be liable.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Darkwing on April 10, 2011, 16:58
Interesting... Thanks Dan Dan. I wonder...
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Typhlosion on April 10, 2011, 18:11
The Official Meet has always been in London, so it's also about tradition as well as convenience. There are other meets throughout the year organized by various individuals that take place all over the country. They are often not advertised publicly because they aren't official and the Admins don't want to be liable.

It's also dictated by where the admins are able to meet up, and myself and Rob both want to have another holiday in London this Summer. It's highly unlikely we'll be in London in 2012 due to the Olympics, so the North of England might get a bit of a look in then ;)
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Mulholland on April 10, 2011, 18:40
It's also dictated by where the admins are able to meet up, and myself and Rob both want to have another holiday in London this Summer. It's highly unlikely we'll be in London in 2012 due to the Olympics, so the North of England might get a bit of a look in then ;)

I'm hoping for the Midlands so that we can have a PKMN field trip to Cadbury World.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Dragonpika on April 10, 2011, 21:53
Just gonna put it out there that York is the best place for a meet ever ;)

(because nothing at all went wrong last time.. ^^; )
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Lorem Ipsum on April 10, 2011, 21:54
I'm hoping for the Midlands so that we can have a PKMN field trip to Cadbury World.

seeing as how I shall be 16 at this point this sounds like a splendid idea
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Regyba on April 16, 2011, 23:34
I'll have to check on my plans (I'm not sure when my boarding school term ends), but hopefully I can show that I haven't gone off and decayed in some pit of acid somewhere and let you all know I'm still around.

Although that means, like last time I went to a meet (this goes especially to those who remember me) I'm gonna need help due to my heart condition and visual impairment. However, I will try to make it and have fun with you all.

+Regyba+
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Joeno on April 17, 2011, 00:47
Well, things might not have been perfect at the last meet, but I think we did okay, so you're certainly welcome to come and we'll do our best to help - in fact, I'd love to see you at the next meet if it's possible for you.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: TrickTester on April 17, 2011, 11:32
I'm at london Next week but I don't know if I can make it... I'm off college... Save EMA.. . Scrounge of the parents... i'll attempt it, so consider me a maybe :)
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Latias Tamer on May 24, 2011, 02:20
I've sorted everything out, and I'm a sure Yes for the meet! Looking forward to see you all again, and also those who weren't around last year. =]
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: TrickTester on May 24, 2011, 10:59
Can't. on holiday in my villa in Spain ^_^ shame really...
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Matty Cahill on May 24, 2011, 11:33
I've sorted everything out, and I'm a sure Yes for the meet! Looking forward to see you all again, and also those who weren't around last year. =]

Love the sig Rich... I have texted a lot of times though that he is Chikorita... =P

Dunno if I can come down yet; if it's affordable when I go to look at tickets I might. I have no idea how long I'll be down for though, probably not too long as it's quite a journey and I'd need to get a lot of trains and I can't afford a hotel to stay in London ^^;

EDIT: Mr. Rich is currently saving the day for meet stuff; I'm likely to be going as it stands right now, unless train tickets rise up by next week =]
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Regyba on May 29, 2011, 22:23
I'm afraid to tell everyone that, as much as I'd like to, I can't go. I wasn't told until now that my Dad booked for the family to go to Italy.

...The plane leaves... on the 23rd of July. >>

Sorry again, and I hope to see you all on another meet or at some other place.

Have fun at the meet, though, everyone!
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Basskat on May 29, 2011, 23:03
I'm interested in going - I'm 18 and everything. My only concern atm is a) money b) availability - My band will be extremely busy over summer, and c) the fact that I've been here years, and still not made any proper friends, so could be weird? Idk..
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: f3raligatr on May 29, 2011, 23:30
... oh.

Yeah, you know I'm going to be there.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Joeno on May 29, 2011, 23:45
c) the fact that I've been here years, and still not made any proper friends, so could be weird? Idk..

As long as you don't sit in a corner, going to the meet is probably a good way to make friends here. I know it helped some.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Basskat on May 30, 2011, 09:14
As long as you don't sit in a corner, going to the meet is probably a good way to make friends here. I know it helped some.

That's certainly a better way to look at it P=

Now all that remains is money...
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Ledyba on May 31, 2011, 23:57
My financial situation has completed halted for the next few months, so its likely that I won't be able to afford it.  Sorry chaps, I'm going to have to sit this one out.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Mulholland on June 01, 2011, 07:52
How comes honeybun? :(
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Enigma on June 01, 2011, 13:16
My financial situation has completed halted for the next few months, so its likely that I won't be able to afford it.  Sorry chaps, I'm going to have to sit this one out.

!

...

I don't think even lonely punctuation marks can convey my shock and sadness...

..I will win worst dressed award in your name Rexxy ;_; <3
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Afro-Disiak on June 01, 2011, 13:26
I will also not be going this year due to me generally feeling like I don't belong anymore. Plus I probably wouldn't have turned up anyway, so at least you know in advance.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Ledyba on June 01, 2011, 15:46
How comes honeybun? :(

Never invest all your money on Cat-Chariots the night before the government legislates a ban.

Quote
..I will win worst dressed award in your name Rexxy ;_; <3
 

;-;  dedicate it to me. 
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Joeno on June 03, 2011, 20:33
I believe everyone who has signed up with some amount of confidence is on the list now, so that's good news. If you're not on the list, but do want to come, let me know!

18 people so far... surely there's more people who are interested?
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Matty Cahill on June 11, 2011, 14:48
There's been changes in circumstances and I can't make the meet anymore, sorry guys =/
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Ledyba on June 24, 2011, 14:08
good news everyone.  the government fell back on its Cat Chariot ban and thus I am no longer looking at being moneyless.  I shall be able to make London hopefully in my chosen method of a chariot attached to a few cats down the roads.

the more, exciting, fictional story: I solved my money woes.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Mulholland on June 24, 2011, 14:09
Did you sell your hair to a wigmakers?
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Ledyba on June 24, 2011, 14:11
Nah, only the beard part.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Enigma on June 24, 2011, 14:19
! \o/

This is good news indeed. ^____^
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Ledyba on June 24, 2011, 21:17
damn right it is, that worst dress award is mine.  MINE.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Audina on June 24, 2011, 21:32
Could I come too?
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Boggypete on July 06, 2011, 21:21
Wow, I'm glad I remembered to check for this. It wouldn't have been too good if I'd started looking for the topic at the beginning of August. I'll be coming again this year so sign me up. ;D
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Zy on July 07, 2011, 22:28
i owe tim (and possibly alex and kay) a right thrashing at tcg in preparation for worlds.

i'll be there
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Enigma on July 09, 2011, 11:58
i owe tim (and possibly alex and kay) a right thrashing at tcg in preparation for worlds.

i'll be there

If anything, I owe YOU a thrashing, following a heinous defeat at the hands of a "donk" deck! (did I get the lingo correct? =P)

Should be fun this year. I need to think about train tickets ^^;
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Typhlosion on July 10, 2011, 20:13
Please note that the deadline for attendance has now passed.

Any further requests for attendance must to made to either myself or Joeno via PM and as soon as possible.
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: sylar on July 16, 2011, 23:08
oh god wow sorry sorry sorry i left this so late i should have said earlier but
i will not be going due to money problems of course. i thought the house would have sold by now, but i suppose... it hasn't! and so i am forever broke and will have to
not show up
hopefully... HOPEFULLY... next year will be good for me. here's very much hoping!

sorry again for leaving this so late, i kept putting it off just in case but ofc it just looks so unlikely now!!!! and if i could scrape up the money i don't think i'd be up for it for personal reasons. sorry!!!

everyone have fun i love you all ok <33333333!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Kyriakou on July 17, 2011, 11:50
Yes, Tim, I'm talking about Ben xD I'm looking forward to watching your little battle royale (y)
(and don't worry, love, he isn't really a friend.. you're still my only one, carrotcake~<3)

He says he is willing to join for the promise of cake!

Technically Kay's sort of already signed me up as coming, but I have an account now so I guess I should post here and stuff..

.. do I get cake now? =D
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Joeno on July 17, 2011, 11:55
If it's Kay who asks, that's all okay :-)
Title: Re: PKMN.NET Official Meet: 2011
Post by: Dragonpika on July 17, 2011, 11:58
Yepyep, that is indeed the Ben I was talking about =] pretty please Jeroen~

damnit this means less cake for me

EDIT: also yeay Rexy =D <3 though I'm going to go curl up in a corner and cry because I'm still not meeting John ;_; y u do dis??