Thursday, April 9, 2009

Hello. The topic for today is the Temasek Polytechnic Freshmen Orientation Camp. Today's post is going to be a picture-less one.

I just got back yesterday, and I'm still really tired now. The camp was fun, but it was also damn exhausting.

Day 1 [Monday]
I went to Say Yin's house in the morning. We met Andrew at the bus stop and we took a bus to TP. First thing I noticed when I got to the sports complex was that it was freakin noisy. The Freshmen were all normal, but the group leaders were high as ****.

When we walked into the hall, there were a few GLs standing outside, and they would cheer for us. They were saying something like "Welcome to FO". Now, I understand that they are trying to welcome us, but they should seriously say "FOC" instead of just "FO".

Firstly, "Welcome to Freshmen Orientation" is not a complete sentence, and secondly, when one of them muttered "FO" to his friend, I honestly thought that he was asking me to **** off.

Once we were in the hall, I had to queue by myself at the Rinku line. That's my group by the way. Rinku. Means "link" in Japanese. The theme of the entire camp is "What's the link", so each group's name is derived from the word that means "link" from several different languages.

Say Yin and Andrew were both in the same group, which was of course different from mine. Unfortunate.

I just talked to a few people in the queue, and I talked to several GLs. Once I registered myself, I went to join others from my group. Then we immediately started learning the cheers. Damn, I honestly don't like the cheering that much. What exactly is the significance of a cheer, some one please enlighten me.

So we just kept cheering and cheering, until it was time to make our empire flag. FYI, the groups are called "empires" during the camp. Another thing that is supposed to make the concept of a group more interesting, but I fail to see the logic in it.

Anyways, we would only be provided with basic materials for the flag, and we had to bid for everything else. To bid for items, we had to use a certain amount of points. And to indicate that we were interested in that particular item, we had to all shout "up the bid".

No offense to anyone, but I found this bidding thing quite a failure. We had this small group of Freshmen from our group designing the flag, so they were the only ones who really knew the materials we needed.

Eventually, due to some screw ups, we ended up with stuff we didn't need, like glitter. Sure, glitter could be used to make our flag look outstanding, but what is the point of having it when we didn't have glue. Instead, we had clear tape.

Then it was more cheering until dinner. After dinner we went around Tampines playing various games at different stations set up at key locations. These games were fun, but I didn't like having to run around, especially not after dinner.

Once we got back, we had supper and debrief, and we finally got to sleep.

Day 2 [Tuesday]
This is the longest day of the camp. We had PT in the morning, which was honestly nothing close to actual PT. After that we had breakfast, then we gathered back at the hall. There was this dancing queen competition.

Basically, each group had to select one female Freshmen to represent us, and she would just have to out dance the others. I was terrified by one of the participants because she looked like a guy. Supposed to be dancing queen, not king!!

Then there was mass dance. I was super nervous man. I cannot dance. And the fact that I would be dancing with a girl I didn't know made me feel even more anxious. But it was fun. Although I sucked.

After having our lunch, we played more group games. Since it was raining, the games were played within TP. I really don't know if it makes a difference.

Outside the school, we have to run a lot. Inside the school, the stations are closer by, but that means we can play more games, so we have to run to more stations. I think there is no difference playing outside or inside school.

Once we got back, we had to prepare for our performance night. During the actual performance, I think we did quite alright. Our performance consisted of four parts. There was TP Idol, TP's Next Top Model, a dancing competetion, and a mass dance my our entire group.

Performance night dragged on forever, more than 2 hours, because all five groups had to perform, and all the GLs of the five groups had their own performances as well. Not to mention the programmers and logistics people.

Once it was finally over, it was disco time!! Super fun. Everyone was high. The lights went off, the music came on, and everyone started partying!! There were rings of people all over the hall, and people were dancing within the rings. Cool.

I took some videos using my phone. The quality isn't the greatest, and it's a little too dark to see much, but it's just to get a basic idea of how it was like:

*The videos will be up as soon as Blogger fixes their damn video uploading issues*

By the time we were allowed to sleep, I was super drained. I had a much better sleep this night compared to the first night.

Day 3 [Wednesday]
This was the final day of the camp. Everyone was kinda tired from the dancing last night, so it was still quiet during breakfast time.

But after breakfast, it was time for wet games. Really fun. Probably my favourite part of the camp. There is nothing more satisfying then being drenched by cold water during a hot day. In fact, I was screwing up on purpose some times, just to get the programmers to dump the water onto my head.

After wet games, we had lunch, and after lunch, it was time for one final chiong.

We were going to play a game called Huntgry. Each group is given a list of tasks to complete. Most of the tasks could be carried out anywhere within the campus, while some required us to be at specific locations. We also had to to timed events, which would take place at set times.

Each event we complete will give us a point, and we would get a whole bunch of points if we completed special tasks, which required us to locate specific people. I didn't really enjoy this because I was having a stomach ache throughout the entire duration of the activity.

Once Huntgry was finally over, we just gathered back in the hall and the rankings of the empires were revealed. Rinku was last. Big surprise there. I wasn't really bothered by it, but the GLs were crying.

The third year GLs were also emo-ing because it was their last camp and all. I was kinda pissed at that point of time. We were all tired, and eager to leave, but they decided to go emo on us. Wow, I have enough energy drained out of me already, alright? No need to dampen the mood even further.

We were made to take photos and stuff for a while more, then we were finally allowed to go home. My dad was already waiting for me at the car park, and I was more than happy to get into his car and go home.

I think the FOC was fun, but it was a little too long, and kinda tiring. The more "outstanding" [read: damn high] people came across to me as over enthu. People, being high is one thing, and behaving like a lunatic is another. There is a difference.

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Things are kinda hectic right now. I'm busy inviting people to my party this Saturday. I need to confirm the food orders. I'm praying that my Xbox won't die again. I don't have one single detail confirmed.

But it's alright, things are starting to fall into place. I finally managed to see Kim after five days!! five long and tiring days. Very happy now.

Ok, I'm done for today. Thanks for reading. Ending off, see you tomorrow.

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ME

-Shiva
-Gamer for life
-17 years old
-15 April 1992
-Male
-1.92m, 6 ft 3 in
-msn:halo2pro117@hotmail.com
-HP no.:9******* [ask me yourself]
-Hair:Black [some white :( ]
-Eyes:Black
-Race:3/4 Indian,1/4 Chinese
-Current school:Temasek Polytechnic [Comm. and Media Management]
-Secondary School: Maris Stella High School[1B,2E,3K,4K]
-Primary School: Zhangde Primary School[1/4,2/4,3/1,4/1,5/2,6/2]
-O level L1R5: 14, L1B4: 11
-PSLE T-score:237
-CCA:NCC
-2 siblings,brother and sister
-Wants to be a game writer

LIKES

-Xbox 360
-Gaming
-Reading
-Drawing
-Writing
-Swimming
-Cycling
-Playing basketball
-Wearing my hoodie jacket
-Playing guitar
-Bullet for my Valentine
-Rise Against
-Slipknot
-Naruto
-Bleach
-One Piece
-Angry Video Game Nerd
-Gametrailers community
-Finally having a HDTV :D
-The colour black
-FOOD.[Especially Indian food =D]
-Hanging out with friends
-Listening to music
-Watching movies with twisted or sexual humour
-Headbanging
-Screaming/growling along to metal songs
-Participating in CBS
-Stoning
-Reading Wikipedia pages
-Getting raped
-Doing model kits
-Having people come over to my house
-Staying over at other houses
-Fiona Xie =X
-GIRLS!!

HATES

-Exams[damn stressful]
-Emo people [I only like HAPPY people]
-Racists [Ok so I hate the entire S'pore. Kiddin.=D]
-Crap movies [like the Epic movie, Superhero movie, Disaster movie series]
-Singapore law [so strict that everyone becomes a pu**y]
-My guitar e string snapping
-FANBOYS[Especially the PS3 breed]
-People who are taller than me
-Mean people
-Antisocial people
-Getting disconnected from an online game
-My computer [I need a new one]
-Maths and Science
-Overly crowded places
-Pimples
-Using my brain too much
-Any game that requires too much thinking
-Red Ring Of Death!!![google that]
-DC heroes [Only Batman comes close to being cool]
-Not having enough cash
-CONDOMS [get what I mean?:D]

CHATTER

LINKS

|Gametrailers|
|Joystiq|
|IGN|
|1up|
|Gamespot|
|Xbox Singapore|
|Saiyan Island|
|Onemanga|

WISHLIST

-At least a 37" HDTV
-Hoodie jacket
-Get Good Results for O Level
-ATM Card
-Get into the Poly course I want
-New Shoes
-New jeans
-More Games [30 XB360 games]
-More Games [50 XB360 games]
-More Games [70 XB360 games]
-Laptop
-Two New Controllers
-Cannon 500D DSLR Camera
-Redecorated Room
-One New Controller
-More Money [no amount is enough!!]
-To Make a Video Game
-Fiona Xie [hey it is a WISHlist]
-More Games [100 XB360 games]
-New Clothes
-To be an awesome guitarist [once again, this is a WISHlist.]
-Screen Capture Card
-Les Paul Guitar
-Marshall Amplifier
-Slipknot Masks!!!
-Bean Bag Chair

GAME WISHLIST 2010

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>November<
>December<

MY LIFE

-Gamertag: HoJ 117
-Gamerscore: 24100
-Gamerzone: Recreation
-Number of Consoles: 2
-Number of Xbox games: 27
-Number of Xbox 360 games: 75

MY GAME COLLECTION

>2006<
1. Dead or Alive 4
2. Marvel Ultimate Alliance
3. Gears of War
4. Fifa 07 Soccer
5. Superman Returns
6. Tony Hawk's Project 8
>2007<
7. Lost Planet: Extreme Condition
8. Dead Rising
9. Crackdown
10. Rainbow Six Vegas
11. Def Jam Icon
12. Guitar Hero 2
13. Command and Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars
14. Bioshock
15. Halo 3
16. The Orange Box
17. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
18. Assassin's Creed
19. Naruto: Rise of a Ninja
>2008<
20. Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga
21. Devil May Cry 4
22.Army of Two
23. Guitar Hero 3
24. Grand Theft Auto 4
25. Ninja Gaiden 2
26. Battlefield: Bad Company
27. Burnout Paradise
28. Alone in the Dark
29. Unreal Tournament 3
30. GUN
31. Tomb Raider Anniversary
32. Mercenaries 2: World in Flames
33. Saints Row 2
34. Fable 2
35. Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
36. Fallout 3
37. Gears of War 2
38. Far Cry 2
39. Call of Duty: World at War
40. Left 4 Dead
41. Guitar Hero World Tour
42. Naruto: The Broken Bond
>2009<
43. Mirror's Edge
44. Rock Band
45. Skate 2
46. Lord of the Rings Conquest
47. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
48. Halo Wars
49. Street Fighter IV
50. Mass Effect
51. Ninja Blade
52. Guitar Hero Metallica
53. The Godfather II
54. X-Men Origins: Wolverine
55. Bionic Commando
56. Red Faction: Guerilla
57. Prototype
58. BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
59. Batman: Arkham Asylum
60. Bully Scholarship Edition
61. Guitar Hero 5
62. Halo 3: ODST
63. Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2
64. Brutal Legend
65. Borderlands
66. Kameo: Elements of Power
67. Armoured Core 4
68. Modern Warfare 2
69. Dragon Age Origins
70. Assassin's Creed 2
71. DJ Hero
72. The Saboteur
73. Darksiders
74. Bayonetta
75. Mass Effect 2

MY AWESOMENESS

FRIENDS

|Andra|
|Andrew|
|Angie|
|Ernest|
|Ethel|
|Fiona|
|Joy|
|Sebastian|
|Shaun|
|Surya|
|Velan|
|Yeow Boon|

ARCHIVES

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