IGN: DesuSteph

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, childred of all ages! May we welcome you to our newest, coolest, and exciting program that has set-foot in the dance floor, here it
is! The Audition Spotlight!

You've seen her a lot in the forums, helping one concerned player to another. She has
contributed a lot to the point that she made her way to forum moderating. And now, she has made her way to this site as our first person to be seated under the Audition Spotlight. Read on!

Let's welcome, our very own, the one, the only! FM Kouzaki!

Interview with Steph..

1. Sino nga ba si Steph? If you were to describe yourself, how would you do it?

-- Hmmm...I'm someone who's far from perfect but I'm happy with what and who I am.
To make it easy to understand, let's make it like this. There are three things: Pen, Sword and Shield. If you were to choose, ano ka sa tatlong bagay na ito and why?

-- I'd choose a pen since I was never that head-on type of person who can, you know, "fight with a sword"...I'm more of the silent-writer who observes everything around her. She doesn't complain. She reacts.

2. Tell us how you started playing Audition PH.

-- Once upon a time, I came to an internet cafe. I saw all these people playing a dancing game called "Audition"...I tried the game agad since I've always dreamt of learning how to dance HipHop.

3. Upon leaving your club (Audition Most Wanted), do you have any plans of joining other Audition clubs? If you were to choose, what club would it probably be and why?

-- I recently joined a group that I was eyeing for a long time (even before I joined AMW, this group had already caught my interest but was too scared to apply XD). This Audition club has turned into an online gaming community named "Quaelum Circle", a.k.a. "Unpopular". I joined this group because I saw a great bond among the members and I've looked up to some particular members of this group for a long time now.

4. What is your favorite mode in-game? What made you like that mode?

-- C4. I enjoy playing this game mode better than the others because it's less tiring to play then other game modes...I'm usually a chatty person in-game, so I'd prefer a game mode wherein I'd be able to talk a lot. XD

5. If you were given a chance to become a Technical Game Master of Audition PH for a month, what features will you change and improve?

-- Before improving anything, I would first see what I can do to help solve the different problems in-game since these problems should be the first priority of the Game Masters.

6. Saan ka mas addict, in-game or sa forums?

-- I wouldn't call it as an addiction, but I spend more time in the forums rather than in-game. Unlike before, I play Audition casually, not addictively.

7. Are you really the mysterious New Forum Moderator Kouzaki?

-- Since the question has been asked, there's nothing I can do about it (I don't like lying, either). So, my answer would be, yes.

8. What are your unique personalities in-game and IRL that others don't have?

-- I am overly and ultimately sarcastic, to the point that I irritate people at times ~_~. Pero when it would come to responsibilities and serious matters, I'm serious, VERY serious. Happy-go-lucky din ako :)).

9. What can you say to those who discriminate the low-leveled ones in the game? Any words of encouragement for them?

-- May kasabihan ako diyan,eh..Hmm..Looking down on others just makes you worse than them.
My word of encouragement: Change.

10. What can you say to all E-Gamers that are reading this interview?

-- With pure intentions and an open-mind, ANYONE can be anything they want to be.

Follow up question from Writer:

Question: (Secret Question)


Steph: I'll make the two life vests fit us all, I'll find a way ...they're two people who I believe doesn't deserve to die. even suki-don ~_~

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-Director

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Audistas join In Da Club event!

The world-famous Rap artist 50 Cent is having a visit here in the Philippines to perform for all his fans and supporters, and e-Games is giving 10 regular and 8 VIP passes to Audistas who will participate and win in this once-in-a-lifetime event!

To win the VIP Passes, players are to read and abide with the following mechanics:

1. GM will announce in game event, mechanics & prizes
2. GM will set a trivia and use the answer to the trivia as the password
3. GM will hide and players will seek for the GM
4. Players need to wear the required fashion items to join the event
5. Once players found GM, player must enter the answer into the password slot
6. Once the room is filled, tournament will begin
7. Tournament will compose of 3 rounds, the player with the highest score wins
8. The winner will be given a number code and must text it to Txt AUDI 50CENT to 2948 as raffle entry
9. Raffle draw will be on September 26, 2008
10. Winners will be announced on September 29, 2008
11. Winners may pick up tickets @ the e-Games office (4th floor (Podium) RCBC Plaza, Ayala cor. Buendia, Makati City,Philippines (Bring 2 valid IDs)

4 winners will receive 2 VIP tickets each.

The second event will give away regular tickets to all winners with the following mechanics:

. GM will announce in game event, mechanics & prizes
2. GM will set a trivia and use the answer to the trivia as the password
3. GM will hide and players will seek for the GM
4. Players need to wear the required fashion items to join the event
5. Once players found GM, player must enter the answer into the password slot
6. Once the room is filled, tournament will begin
7. Tournament will compose of 5 rounds, the player with the highest score wins
8. The winner will be given a number secret code and must bring the code and 2 valid IDs upon claiming the tickets
9. Winners will be announced on September 29, 2008
10. Winners may pick up tickets @ the e-Games office (4th floor (Podium) RCBC Plaza, Ayala cor. Buendia, Makati City,Philippines

This time, 5 winners are to receive 2 regular passes each. The fashion mall items required were already posted in the previous AI announcement.

With that introduction in hand, we now advance to the event proper! =)

Game One: September 16, 2008 around 4:30-5:30pm

Participants:
First Place: ~WAM~------~
Second Place: kokocute1234
Third Place: ~VS_MR~kArMa
Fourth Place: SunadE

Host: GM Faiga

Screenshots:








Congratulations to ~WAM~------~ for winning one VIP pass to the 50 Cent Live in Manila Concert! ^___^

Stay tuned for more updates! Ciao! -Journalist,Writer, GM Faiga and Interviewer

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Audi Interview @ EGG (Mall of Asia)






August 23, at the Extreme Gaming Grounds in SM Mall of Asia. A fun-filled event was organized by Audition Dance Battle Community for the avid gamers of the popular online dance casual game, Audition Dance Battle. Where in clubs enjoy the event as they meet each other.
Audistas from different parts of the Metro joined force for the said event. There are many activities prepared for this event like freeplays, in-game tournaments, live contests and a raffle event. Even though the in-game event was cancelled because of the internet connection error. Club leaders and their members enjoyed the event like Bring-Me game and the Break dance contest. Players did not just test their in-game skills but also their talents in break dancing.
While other audista enjoy the event, The AI staff interviewed GM Persona, Here is the short Interview:

AI: Any preparations?

GM Persona: We rented E.G.G. and the posters and tarpaulins.

AI: Expectations?

GM Persona: Madami ang aattend, magulo, masaya.

AI: Are your expectations fulfilled?

GM Persona: Fulfilled naman. Hehehehe. Nagkaroon ang internet connection error pero naging successful naman.

AI: How was your time with audistas?

GM Persona: Masaya, Lalo na noong nag break dancing yung mga audista

AI: Next event?

GM Persona: No schedule pa. Pero if magkakaroon ulit we will announce.

It was a very fun-filled and tiring afternoon for some audistas who joined the event. Audistas also get their hands on the new installers and poster design. Surely it was a success. See you next event. ^_^

We would like to thank GM Persona for the short interview and GM Faiga for the Fansign ^^

Meet The Audition Game Masters

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IGN: GM Persona
Audition Dance Battle Philippines
Game Master

Being the Official interview group of Audition Dance Battle, Audi Interview (AI) is posting interviews from GMs to players, presenting their ideas and opinions in some audista matters, And now Audi Interview is glad to present an interview with the most popular person in audition world, GM Persona a.k.a. GMP. Audi interview has granted the time to interview the popular GMP and asks him these questions.

This is our interview:


AI: First question, there are a lot of gaming companies out there, but what made you decide to work in e-Games?

GM Persona: I was a player of Audition long before I became a GM, and was one of the first few clubs and players in CBT. I've known the game inside-out; especially its community. And so since I didn't have a job by the time Audition went after Domination, I joined the team. Maybe out of necessity, but hey, I loved the game. Once an Audista, always an Audista.

AI: Wow CBT player pala si GM, so you've been playing Audi since its first launching in Ph?

GM Persona: Yeah, also before it was launched, I played AuditionSEA, also in Global XD But heck I wasn't really into the game by then, it was only in Audition PH I really played myself to the limit XD.

AI: "to the limit"... would that mean mamaw kayo in-game? Baka you're holding back sa events niyo!

GM Persona: Hahaha well... maybe. XD

AI: Is being a game master one of your ambitions in life? Have you really considered being a GM years back?

GM Persona: Well, yes. Or maybe a Game Developer or anything connected to it. When did it start? Mario. Oh yes, that Mario. After which I became addicted to online games I really decided to become a Game Master, since I loved the gaming community, and also I loved helping other gamers a lot. Even in-game-- I sometimes help people out of habit. Didn't reach that game dev part tho-- since I didn't take a software engineer course XD But hey, being a GM isn't just a career, it's a way of life: you learn different skills from different fields as you go-- 1.) Customer Support Representative (when facing player concerns), Tech Support (when assisting in game client problems), product management (in planning events), and creative writing (in planning event write-ups and announcements) and since gaming is like both my ambition and hobby, well, it's like enjoying the best of both worlds. XD

AI: so you're saying that being a GM is being more than just a "palamuti" when it comes to events?

GM Persona: Yeah. Being a GM is being more than that. XD A lot of patience, care, critical thinking and a good foresight/hindsight are required for you to be a very efficient and effective GM XD

AI: No wonder! I think there is a lot who aspire to become a GM, yet fail to reach that ambition.

GM Persona: Exactly

AI: This can be a useful tip for all aspiring players out there.

GM Persona: hehe yeah i think so. Hahaha XD

AI: So with that, you're having a loaded schedule every day, right?

GM Persona: Hahaha yes! Actually a lot of my friends sometimes PM me and it gets me like at least 30mins before I can get back at them.

AI: How are you able to balance your work and iRL (in-real life) activities? We're sure being a GM is not all you are 24/7!

GM Persona: Yeah not all are 24/7. But given the load/responsibilities, you sometimes have to do more than what was called for XD, Anyway let me answer the next one. :))

AI: Sure! How do you get along with the other Game Masters off-PC? Seryoso ba kayo, stressed, or nagkukulitan din like other normal players?

GM Persona: It's a very delicate balancing act. Balancing both work and iRL life is tricky, especially when you are needed in both. You have to set priorities, and what is needed to be done first. If you make a mistake in wither one, most likely it will affect the other in some way ;D Getting along with other GMs is just like lounging in a cafe-- chat off-work topics and talking about our favorite and humorous moments on duty just to relieve stress. But right after that, it's back to work. XD

AI: Next! How do you manage to keep your cool while dealing with impatient players?

GM Persona: Oh haha my favorite thing-- I like to shout at my screen to release pressure then when I chat with them or I reply to their messages I just have to do it calmly. XD

AI: All right, give us a random fact about you that most Audistas are not aware of.

GM Persona: I eat fish. LOOOOOOOOOL.

AI: Oh, so you’re into seafood?

GM Persona: Mostly. I am also a semi-vegetarian. Oh, a Pesco vegetarian. And I love to cook food. ;)

AI: So if we were to give you a lifetime supply of beef, you won’t even hesitate to put down the offer?

GM Persona: Oh no I’ll take it. I’ll put up my own restaurant for that. XD

AI: Haha! Ok, for the next question, you can either answer it or leave it.

GM Persona: Ok, shoot. =p

AI: Is the thing between you and GM Faiga true?

GM Persona: I KNEW YOU’D ASK ME THAT =))

GM Persona: I’d leave that to your imagination. =p

AI: of course, an interview will not be an interview without this question. Any personal message to your fellow audistas as a player? (not as a GM po ha!)

GM Persona: It's nice to see our community from what it has been almost two years ago. It has been nice working with you guys and nice meeting with everyone. I just hope in the coming years you're still the community that I have grown to love.

Questions coming from Audistas

1)Why Persona?

Oh, I get that a lot.
Days before I was accepted here in e-games, I was playing a console game. And yeah, it was that game, SMT: Persona3. And for some reason I wasn’t able to think of anything else since hey, I was addicted to it. It was my long standing favorite even way after I was accepted here, and yeah I kinda liked it a lot even after my addiction to the game.
To think of it it suits me in a way, since we have to keep our personal information to ourselves. Also this applies whenever we are faced with irate players. We have to keep our frustrations to ourselves and put up a pleasing persona or personality. XD

2.) How will you manage interpersonal/intrapersonal conflicts with other players??

To be blunt, we don’t. We usually let the conflict play itself out and solve itself. We usually stay away from personal stuff, since involving ourselves will not only make the situation worse but it will prolong the duration for it to be solved.

3.) Each GM has his/her own responsiblty (e.g. ingame issues, event issues, bot reports etc) what area do you handle, and do you like it?

I usually handle in-game events, on-ground events, event planning, technical support (in forums), bug testing, patch testing, community handling (Audition) and bot penalizing (Cabal). I have been well-aware of these responsibilities before entering e-Games, so it isn’t that of a problem when it comes for me in handling. As for whether or not I like them is arbitrary, since it all depends on the circumstances and content of the assignment. But in general, I am enjoying what I am doing. XD

4.) Who is the anime character who best describes your personality as a Game Master and why?

Being an anime enthusiast makes the list endless, and it makes it harder to pick. o_O
But to pick one, I’d say it would be Fai D. Flourite of the anime Tsubasa RESERVoIR Chronicle. Fai is enigmatic, magical, cheery and wise. Being an erudite prankster, he enjoys playing around with the task at hand but accomplishes it thoroughly in the end. In a way I am like Fai. I am playful sometimes to the point of absurdity and annoyance that it rubs my team mates in a wrong way. But hey, I still finish the job. XD

5.)What do you do during your free time? (if you are off-duty as a Game Master)

My free time revolves around five things: Social Life, Commitments, Errands, Playtime, and Hobbies. Social life- My friends, my family and my former classmates. They are still in touch with me and I’d like to keep the connection.
Commitments- Hey, we all have this. I try to keep this in check so I can accomplish more than just my work in game. XD Errands- Heheheh. I still live in a home, and I have to do my part. =p Playtime- What’s a day without it? Hahaha a lot of games are out there for enjoyment, and not just Online Games. They’re there for a reason, and sometimes they are also stress-relievers. Hobbies- I write. Yeah, I do. This area of my life is kinda losing its time slot, and I’m struggling to keep it there. I have to update my writings lol, especially in fanfiction.net. Nilalangaw na daw eh. LoL.

6.) What is your amazing personality that others like about you?

To be honest, I don’t know. You tell me =D

7.) What is the weirdest hobby you have?

I don’t know hahah. In any case calling a hobby ‘weird’ is arbitrary since a hobby might be a wonder to one and weird to another; but maybe something weird to myself? o_O If it may be called weird, it would be experimenting with food. Yeah I am a vegetarian, but I still love food. I experiment with a lot of ingredients, and cook up just about anything I can get my hands on. I remember one particular experiment I did when I was in the fifth grade when I mixed up pancake mix with orange juice to spruce up the taste. Why orange juice? I drink orange juice while eating them, so I said, “hey, why don’t we mix them?” I did and served myself a hot, steaming orange pancake. After tasting them I never did it again. It was just awful. Extremely awful. XD

8.) Every person makes a mistake; what is the smallest mistake you have committed that you’d really regret?

Hmm… if it would count, it would be being a ‘spelling nazi’. At times I would be strict with spelling and punctuation to the point of being insulting to people who don’t even know me. Maybe it was out of habit, since I was an editor my old school paper in high school. The habit just got even stronger when I entered the Journalism course. Hehehehe. So there, I even corrected the spelling in the question. XD

9.) How do you feel about the poll regarding the GM Love team?

I knew you’d ask me. XD
It surprises me that a lot in the community supports me and Faiga. I am both thrilled and happy. Thrilled that we won the poll (LOL). Happy because you guys supported us. XD

10.) Despite all the pressure coming from the players both in-game, on-ground and forums [fans and haters included], how are you able to handle your schedule and your social life?

Oh this area is a tricky one.
One must always remember that one has to keep track of one’s social life, no matter how hectic your schedule may be. They’re your world once you step out of the office, and the ones supporting you whenever you are in need. Whenever I don’t have time for them, I always make it a point to make time for them. :D

11.) How far will you go for the sake of Audition?

Hey I’m spending a part of my lifetime for this game. Is there anything else I can give? ;D

12.) Does this remind you of anything po: "Persona, Persona!! Call out your

Persona!!"
Quick, give me an evoker!

13.)Why should GMs, FMs and e-Games staff avoid favoritism?

This is compulsory and for compliance. We’re not allowed going around giving favors to players around, since this’ll give unfair advantage to those whom we give it to. This will also bring imbalance in the community, with others being noticed and some not. There should be equal opportunity for everyone. XD As a final note, if you do feel or see a GM being partial to one parson/group, please do not hesistate to escalate this by contacting any other GM or via Helpdesk. We do take this seriously. ^_^v

14.) Were you an Audista before becoming a GM?

Yep I was. In fact, I’ve played long before Audition PH. I’ve been with Audition SEA, Korea and the ill-fated Global. I’ve been part of Audition’s CBT and have been a part of one of the first and largest clubs there is. I’ve been to competitions and have joined them (and losing them LOOOL). I’ve got the feel of the game and the community. And so I thought to myself, ‘why not help out on the community more?’ And so I’m right here, answering these questions. =p

15. )What word best describes your job (as a GM)?

KAMPAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIIIIIIIIIIIII!!!!!!!! XDDDD

That ends the interview for GM Persona but wait i forgot something

AI: GM Persona who do you think will be the next Hotseat GM? and what can you say about him or her?

GM Persona: GM Feisty. She's an interesting person to get to know about, and you'll never regret it. I'm sure once you do, you'll just have to appreciate all the work she has done for Audition. ^_^v

AI: GM Feisty we will be looking forward to interview you prepare! Hahahaha...
Thank you for all those who participated on posting their questions. We expect your support for our next Hotseat GM!


As promise on my past post here is the most awaited video of GM Persona Enjoy!!

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Inline with this Non-Stop in game events here in Audition we tried take a look what's going on there and luckly we have GM Persona with us and allow us to see what usually happens when there's a GM Event.

for today's event GM Persona requires everyone to wear any red colored Top avatar (morning event) and blue (Afternoon event) colored Top avatar

Morning Event modes:

Dynamic-8 mode
Beat Up mode
1 2 party mode

Afternoon Event modes:

Crazy 4 mode
8keys Beat-up mode
1 2 party mode



Here are the list of winners for this event (GM Persona's Event July 15,2008)

Morning event Winners (11:12 AM)

PUFFbLoSsOmS
4TH~MsrEnKy~
L-Arc~n~YCE
Shin
-B-MaRLoNZkY
~-Musica-~
-GirlLikeYou
-AMW-Marimar
-AMF-Rythem

Afternoon Event Winners (2:00 PM)

~JCC~Urs4Evr
~JCC~uRs4Evr
--------Mik~
HorneyPorney
-Mrs-Ortaliz
naia0825
Insane~RyoMa
--dondon-05-
~[]_YuMi_[]~

Congratulations guys!
(Kindly wait for your prizes to be sent to your accounts.)

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Audi Interview Featured Audista
Real name: Kathleen Rouwice R. Bernabe
IGN: -AMW-Meric
Club: Audition Most Wanted

AI: Why did you created a boy character instead of a girl character?

-AMW-Meric: hmm. kasi boyish ako and I wanted to express myself that's why i created a boy character.


AI: eh naexperience mo na ba na may friend ka tapos all those times na magkasama kayo kala niya bo ka tlaga?

-AMW-Meric: ahaha. yup


AI: How are you able to maintain unity within your club?

-AMW-Meric: by being able to communicate with them anytime and giving them updates on what's happening on the club even if they are not visiting the forums and the dance floor. since they are easy to talk nmn. nagkakaroon ng unity in times of events and EBs.


AI: Eh dba may mas older members ka? hindi ka ba nahihirapan na pasunurin sila sa club rules dahil mas bata kanga?

-AMW-Meric: hmm.. nde nmn. since mas matured ang utak nila mas madali clang pasunurin kesa sa mga bata. kc mas madami ang bata sa club nmin kesa sa matatanda kea lagi kmeng konti tuwing EB.


AI: Sino ba talaga si Meric In real life? Anung klaseng tao ba siya?

-AMW-Meric: ahaha. mabait na tao c meric. tahimik IRL. mejo konti lng ang tunay na kaibigan kasi nga tahimik ako. sbi ng iba weirdo daw ako. mapagmahal sa mga kaibigan at makulet sa mga ka-close ko lng.


AI: How will you describe the audi community in just one word?

-AMW-Meric: FUN!

AI: Why Fun?

-AMW-Meric: kasi dun lng ako nakakakuha ng enjoyment. mas madami akong true friends dun kesa in real life.


AI: Can you see yourself still playing DBA 2 years from now?

-AMW-Meric: yup. pero nde na xa ganon kadalas. cguro pasilip silip nalang sa dance floor para maging updated ako.


AI: What or who influenced you to play DBA?

-AMW-Meric: hmmm.. my friend. he showed me a magazine. sbi nia maganda daw yun kasi nalaro na niya ung SEA nun. since maganda and interesting ung graphics niya. nagustuhan ko siya.

AI: yung friend na yun is he still playing audi? ano ign?

-AMW-Meric: sadly hindi na kasi seryoso siya sa pagaaral niya kaya hindi na siya nakapaglaro ng Audition PH. triny lng niya kasi ung Audi SEA. pero di pa niya natry ung PH.


AI: Aside from audition what other games do you play?

-AMW-Meric: o2 jam , cabal , perfect world , gunbound and oz world

AI: eh ano kinaiba ng audition sa ibang games na yan?

-AMW-Meric: sa audi lng ako nagkaroon ng family na kasama ko for 1 year.


AI: What is the difference of your club from other clubs? Pano naging unique ang club niyo?

-AMW-Meric: hmm.. may event kami monthly for our club only. we have strong bonds. ung iba pinaglaban tlga nila sa kanilang mga magulang para mag stay sa club nmin. since dun lng sila nakakuha ng enjoyment. almost half of our club are below 14 years old.


AI: what if gawing Club of the month ang club ninyo this july? Anu magiging reaction mo?

-AMW-Meric: masaya at magugulat since hindi naman kami masyado nakakapnta ng events ng audition. kasi lage kaming may sariling EB. hindi kami nagsstay sa event ng audition. unexpected tlga. pero sbi ng clubmates ko. magcecelebrate daw kme. pero nagiicp pa kme kng event or eb or baka magpapaevent din ako sa mga co-audistahs para mashare naman namin sa iba ung achievement nmin.


AI: f you would dedicate any Audition Song to someone special, what song would it be? Saka for whom?

-AMW-Meric: pwede ba khit wala sa audition ph ung song?

AI: Basta Audition song

-AMW-Meric: All for you - cool. dedicated to my couple : angelkatiekf

AI: bakit yun ang napili mo?

-AMW-Meric: ahahaha kasi bagay ung song sa kanya khit as a friend lang tingin niya sakin ginagawa ko pa rin ang lahat ng magagawa ko para sa knya :3

AI: ayeee~

-AMW-Meric: Hahahaha!!


AI: message to your fans? friends? readers?

-AMW-Meric: hi to all my fans. keep supporting me!! LOL~!!! hello to my friends. always remember. meric labs you haha! and to the readers, thank you for reading this. keep supporting A.I. ^^ special mention : thank you A.I. for the interview

AI: Thanks din!


Written by: ~EXO~Ashynck/Bryan

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