I have an idea.

I have been doing online game for a while, and gotten some results, but never the results I always wanted.

Online game to me has always been, what I think it should be, a side project. However I would like to systematically work out what works, and what doesn't, with help from people who have been there, in order to make it as solid as possible.

SO, I'm going to keep track of everything I do on here.

So without further Adieu:

Day 1:

Experiment: Assuming more of a screening frame.This is my profile: viewprofile.aspx?profile_id=27823959

I updated it today, removing some of the lame picture comments, and trying to make it subcommunicate "I'm awesome, I do lots, I'm here for quality and I'm not wasting my time". Not sure if it does that, but that was my goal.

As for messages, sent out 3 of them so far:

HBPicky: This girl had one of those "don't message me if you can't spell", "I don't like this, or this" profiles... only one line of positive stuff, which is all about her being social and liking to have fun.

Subject: Wicked.

If there's one thing I've found, it's that girls who have profiles like yours are often the biggest sweethearts once you get to know them. You seem smart, serious, and like you have just that right mix of sassy, but of course who knows until you actually start talking.

You could totally be a spy trying to steal all of my lucky charms, or a vicious trained bear, on here to lure unsuspecting Chumps.

So tell me sassyface, where do you want life to take you? and where has it taken you so far?

-Infernvs

HBFisherman: This girl is kinda dorky (which I like), and in her profile talks about liking to learn new things, and explore.

Subject: Sly Fox

Hmm, I like that you enjoy learning new things. It means we're never going to run out of things to talk about... unless of course you're actually super-boring.

So tell me Fisherman, where do you want life to take you? and where has it taken you so far?

-Infernvs

HBTherapist: This girl acts like the therapist for her group of friends. This is quite clear in her profile. Only one picture, but claims athleticism. Says she is active and wants to be a lawyer.

Subject: Celestial Seasonings.

Hmm... a lawyer eh? I hope you won't end up being one of these crazy girls that tries to steal all my money after the divorce. Note to self: get a pre-nup.

You seem motivated, and like your priorities are in the right place... however I won't know until you actually start talking.

So tell me Daniboy, where do you want life to take you? and where has it taken you so far?

-Infernvs

5 more just for larger sample size.

I already know 1 of the original 3 is most likely not going to reply as she's been online, and one of these 5 has been online for a while. So meh. I know I really need to update my profile but I have no idea how to make one that is better but still congruent.

Anyways, here they are:

HBPsych: This one is a psychology major, likes good conversation, boring intrests... partying? drinking? meh. Beautiful eyes.

Subject: Bigger than...

Psychology... interesting, does this mean you're going to spend all your time trying to figure out how I tick? Don't make me get out the cattle prod.

Anyways Ms. Freud, you seem like you're working towards something that is a passion of yours, and like you might have alot to say. However I can't tell until you start talking.

So tell me: Where would you like life to take you someday? and where has it taken you so far?

-Infernvs

HBPrettyface This ones profile is boring as shit. Only interesting intrest is Snowmobiling. Says she has alot of self respect... we'll see.

Subject: Raving Derelict

Snowmobiling, good stuff, I hope that's a sign that you are adventurous, and not just a side effect of your winter job rescuing kittens in the forest.

Anyways, you seem... unique. I like that your life's goal is happiness, and not something superficial. I also get the distinct impression that you have alot to say, however there is no way for me to tell until you start talking.

So tell me Higgins & Burke, where has life taken you so far?

-Infernvs

HBTattoo: Guess what she likes! and her passion is music apparetly. Looks much older than she is.

Subject: CLICK!

Hmm... do you play any musical instruments yourself? I always found musical ability to be extremely compelling... as long as you're not one of those dorks that plays Stairway to Heaven all the time.

You intrigue me, I get a distinct sense that you have lived through alot, and have alot to say. However, there is no way for me to tell that until you start talking.

So tell me, where has life taken you so far? and where do you want it to take you?

-Infernvs

HBGymnast: Has a twin, makes fun of people with cellphone mirror pics. Hates "cocky guys"...

Subject: Magic Sandwich.

Curious... did you and your sister ever trade places? or got one to work instead of the other when you had a hot date? I certainly hope you're not a syncro diving team as that would probably make my head explode!

Anyways, you seem like you know what you're doing, and like you have an interesting life on your own. You also come across as someone who opens herself up, and loves talking. However, there is no way for me to tell without you talking first.

So, tell me Sporty, where would you like life to lead you? and where has it taken you so far?

-Infernvs

HBCatlady: Kinda nerdy, likes ska music... goes to university in my hometown. Likes cats... which was ripe for teasing. Easily a 10.

Queens eh? Kingston is a nice place, I actually used to really like the downtown... it has this old city feel about it, especially since the buildings don't ever get too high.

Anyways, you seem interesting, I'm a bit worried about the cat person thing though... years from now you're totally going to be the crazy cat lady on season 23 of Hoarders . However I might be able to forgive that if you're a good talker, but there's no way to find that out until you start talking.

So tell me, where would you like life to lead you? and where has it lead you so far.

-Infernvs

So... tweaked the profile. Basically I completely ripped of JSmooth's, and reworded it entirely to my writing style, and what I actually think. Here's to hoping I don't live close enough to someone else who's done the same.

I need better pics though, I'm going to buy a good camera, and go out on some adventures.

Anyways, 4 out of the 9 girls haven't been online since I sent out the messages, 3 I am sure won't reply, and one was on periodically, but hasn't appeared since, so I'm not sure.

However, I got one reply almost immediately (HBFisherman) and here's the exchange so far:

Her Response:

Where do I want life to take me. I have no expectations. I go wherever life takes me. I get given different choices of where I can lead and go to the one that seems to fit with what I have going on at the time. I keep learning new things which makes me take different pathes everytime I turn a corner.

As where it has taken me so far would be the Northwest Territories. At least until September. Ha ha ha. I have had my ups and downs but try to focus on the ups. I've been to different parts of the world and hope I can go to more places as the time goes on.

The one places that I can see myself in the future is a cupcake bakery. I miss cupcakes like no tomorrow. They are so beautiful.

I don't know if that was the answer you were looking for but it's the answer that came to mind.

How about you, dear sir?

My Reply:

*nods* I know the feeling. I have been on about 200 different trajectories since I started seriously thinking about what I wanted to do. I've finally... I guess fallen into the perfect thing for me job wise, but who knows what else life will throw me into tomorrow.

I bet the NWT are wonderful at this time of year, you know, that perfect, non-humid temperature we get down here in the spring and fall? mmm

Someday you should totally own an enormous cupcake bakery, with gourmet fudge cupcakes, and vanilla sprinkle cupcakes. You could even have crazy things like orange sherbert flavored.

You seem like a free spirit.

Her response:

I like to think I am a free spirit.

I don't really know if I could own a bakery as I can't bake unless it's out of a box but I would sure like to live beside one.

I have an idea of what I want to do in life but who knows what will go on. I've changed my mind 3 times already about what I am taking in school.

The wether is amazing right now. It's hot but when you are in the shade it is perfect. The Northern Lights are out now too at night. Those are beautiful enough to make you want to cry.

My response:

That's too bad... my Harem needs a new baker, the last one was involved in a freak accident involving her house made out of gingerbread, and some pesky children.

Anyways, I'm guessing you're wanting to be one of those crazy crab fishermen like on deadliest catch? The weather won't be as perfect out there I'm sure.

When I was younger, I used to go visit my grandparents in saskatchewan frequently... and the northern lights are an amazing sight, and happen all the time.

What kind of adventures did you go on when you were younger?

The girl seems pretty intelligent. Good find.

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