Writing by Ramus Overlord on Saturday, 28 of April , 2007 at 12:48 am
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Canimal is hands down, the most unique and visually stunning clothing store in Second Life. From dresses, to bunny costumes, to skimpy lingerie, her products never fall short of Second Life fashion perfection.
Check out some of her products below!
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Canimal - Disturbia
Mod/Copy/No Transfer
One Color Pack - L$250
All Color Packs - L$800 |
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Canimal - Forever
Mod/NoCopy/Transfer
Black or White Pack - L$300 |
Check out this awesome bundle from Canimal!
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Canimal - Candy Collection
Mod/Copy/No Transfer
Entire Pack - L$1700
Single Packs - L$150-350 |
Visit Canimal now at Canimal!
Location: Shop of the Week, Canimal
Writing by Ramus Overlord on Thursday, 26 of April , 2007 at 4:36 am
Relay For Life is a fun-filled overnight event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for research and programs of your American Cancer Society. During the event, teams of people gather at schools, fairgrounds, or parks and take turns walking or running laps. Each team tries to keep at least one team member on the track at all times.
In 2005, the Second Life community, in cooperation with the American Cancer Society, saw fit to re-create a Relay For Life event within the virtual world setting, combining traditional design with new elements afforded by the online social platform. Doing this has allowed the American Cancer Society to reach out to a new demographic, thus expanding their mission. It also enables real people, who might otherwise be physically incapable of participating in a Relay For Life, to get involved in a new way.
For more information about Relay For Life, make sure to visit the official SL Relay For Life website.
Intestered in helping out as a SLProfiles member? Make sure to visit Jezebel’s “Friends Fighting Cancer” group and drop a line!
Location: Events
Writing by Ramus Overlord on Wednesday, 25 of April , 2007 at 6:09 am
For today’s review, I chose the Second Life Botanical Gardens. The Botanical Gardens was actually one of the first places I had ever visited in Second Life, at that time in late 2005 it was located in the sim Federal on mainland with a little over 7000 sq. m of land. It was a beautiful and relaxing spot, created, owned and managed by Isablan Neva (who also happened to be my Second Life Mentor!). Since then, it has moved to its own sim Botanical Gardens and now spans over 60,000 sq. m of land in a collaboration effort by many artists.
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| The Welcome Area, beautiful! |
The first thing you will notice upon entering this sim, is its beauty. In a collaboration effort with over 12 nature artists, this location is top notch in design. Some of the designers include;
Khamon Fate (trees & plants)
Higbeen Protagonist (trees & plants)
Luna Bliss (waterfall, trees & plants)
Lilith Heart (trees & plants)
Transparent Banshee (glass greenhouse, waterfall, trees)
Laukosarvas Svarog (fountains, plants)
Fallingwater Cellardoor (plants)
Rose Karuna (trees & plants)
Arwen Eusebio (trees)
Smuk Zaftig (Treeline Gardens & Landscaping)
Menubar Memoria (wind chimes & storm system)
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| An amazing waterfall, a sight to behold. |
While you can fly through Botanical Gardens, we highly suggest that you walk. And bring a loved one with you too, this garden sim is full of coves and romantic spots to bring a date for a great night out. There is little to review for a location such as this when it is full of such vibrant spots and beautiful architecture. As they say, a picture speaks a thousand words. So here are a few more!
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| A small maze-like grass area! |
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| Beautiful Abstract waterfalls |
Botanical Gardens is still a work in progress, and although as seen above it is a visual masterpiece, some sections of the sim are still unfinished. The welcome notecard claims that this sim has been in the works for months, and is still a work in progress. The estimated time of completion is June and I can not wait to see the completed project!
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| An Arabic sitting area |
If this isn’t enough to get you to check out the Botanical Gardens, than nothing will be! I highly recommend this location for any couples or for the adventurer who needs to see it all in Second Life. I’ll continue to float along here near the waterfall, I don’t think i’m ever going to leave!
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| Ramus enjoying his bath time |
Check out the Gallery for more pictures of Botanical Gardens!
Location: Ratings, Five Stars, Romantic Spots, Botanical Gardens
Writing by Ramus Overlord on Friday, 20 of April , 2007 at 5:10 am
ETD has been along for as long as I can remember, serving Second Life with the best prim hair available. Elisha Tiramisu’s work is top notch, and she is nothing less then professional when dealing with her customers. ETD also has a section that offers clothing, shoes, and other accessories.
Check out some of her products below!
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ETD Abigail
Mod/Copy/No Transfer
One Color Pack - L$175
All Color Packs - L$2000 |
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ETD Lindsay
Mod/Copy/No Transfer
One Color Pack - L$175
All Color Packs - L$2000 |
For my fellow man out there, ETD also has a great selection of Men’s Hairstyles. You can find at least 8 or more unique styles while visiting, such as the one below.
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ETD Brian
Mod/Copy/No Transfer
One Color Pack - L$175
All Color Packs - L$2000 |
Visit ETD now at ETD Isle!
Location: Shop of the Week, Elika Tiramisu Designs (ETD)
Writing by Ramus Overlord on Thursday, 19 of April , 2007 at 3:18 am
Hello everyone! Today was going to be the first post of the “Shop of the Week” feature on Second Life Traveler. But due to technical difficulties in Second Life tonight, I will be postponing it until tomorrow!
Just a little explanation though on how “Shop of the Week” will work!
Unlike my normal reviews, “Shop of the Week” will once a week, feature a quality shopping location in Second Life. Instead of focusing on how the location is designed, and its specifications, it will be a short presentation of what the shop has to offer. This can include some highlight items, pricing, locations, and websites to visit them at.
Also “Shop of the Week” will be sent out weekly via my opt-in newsletter, if you have not already signed up please do so on the right or click here. Your personal information will not be shared with any third parties, and you will only receive newsletters and information pertaining to Second Life Traveler.
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Location: Ramus' Ramblings, Shop of the Week
Writing by Ramus Overlord on Monday, 16 of April , 2007 at 4:20 am
Today’s entry will be a mix of a review, and an event. Recently Namiko Surf hosted its second “Namiko Pro” surf competition, the location of choice was Moana’Ina Beach, home of the Epic Surf Waves by Heather Goodliffe. Moana’Ina Beach was created by The Weather Channel to promote their Epic Conditions Tv Series. The Moana’Ina Beach is one of four different sims on the island, including areas such as extreme Biking and Skiing.
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| Grandstands designed by RebelTNT Shepherd |
When the Weather Channel claims something is epic, you better believe it is. The Epic Waves reach huge heights and speeds giving a great challenge to any Second Life Surfer who dares brave it. The Second Namiko Pro competition tackled these waves with 21 competitors, 5 at a time in 10 minute heats. In the end, Frankie Miles of Surf Chix came out the winner.
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| Frankie hitting a huge wave! |
Throughout the Epic Surf Sim you can find some great signs with information on how real life Epic Waves form, you can even watch a video on the beach, for previews of the Weather Channels Epic Conditions Tv Series. The only shop on Moana’Ina is the quaint Sebastian’s Surf Shack, where you can pick up some Weather Channel gear, or a surf board to hit the waves with.
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| Sebastian’s Surf Shack |
After almost 3 hours of surfing the big ones, the competition came to an end. If you are interested in the results, here they are!
Finalists
1. Frankie Miles
2. Requiem Theriac
3. Seano Osumi
4. AlexSurfer Hirons
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Semi Finalists
5. Malcolm Sydney
6. Thor Bishop
7. Eield Decosta
8. Flynn Sheridan
9. Valent1ne Apogee
10. Creed Lisle
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Quarter Finalists
11. Pablitin Couffer and Vincent Olivier
12. JD Snook and Aries Ashton
13. Kimmy Leroux and Tabby Babii
14. Polysilox Apogee
15. Gypsie Summers
16. Cierra Theriac
17. Gerran Voss, Warren Barthelmess, kiddd Ikarus
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Congrats to all of the competitors of the Namiko Pro, you did great!
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| Colour-coded surfboards designed especially for the competition! |
Almost the entire sim of Moana’Ina Beach is water and waves, making it a great place to surf in Second Life. If you would like to hit some waves without the lag, this is most definitely a key spot for any serious surfer. After the waves, hit the Bike Trail or go Skiing down a mountain for some great fun. Many companies invest in Second Life, but the Weather Channel has taken it one step further by including the residents, sponsoring events, and building some great action packed sims. My props to them!
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| Hey everyone, what do you mean “look behind you?” |
Check out the Gallery for more pictures of Moana’Ina Beach and the Surf Competition!
Location: Beaches, Ratings, Three Stars, Moana'Ina Beach
Writing by Ramus Overlord on Wednesday, 11 of April , 2007 at 4:10 am
I always like to believe that it is better to go with what you know. And I certainly know the Shelter. That is why i’ve chosen it for my second review. the Shelter was founded on August 20th, 2004 by Travis Lambert and Lars Bismark. It originally started as a small place for newbies to come and not be harrassed by sexual encounters, bad language, and overall chaos that Second Life breeds. From there, it expanded into what it is today. A dance club, freebie spot, help center, free rent shopping mall, and an over-all newbie friendly location.
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| the Shelter Entrance, hard to miss and so welcoming! |
the Shelter is almost the only reason I did not quit Second Life after my first week. The people here were great to me, and although I moved on to new things. I still stop in to visit, and share my knowledge with the next generation of newcomers.
As soon as you enter the Shelter you notice a few things, first is the huge amount of freebies littering the floor. These are usually very high quality, and even include free detailed skins for new residents. The next thing you will notice (after about 10 friendly Shelter-Inhabitants say hello!) is the dance floor, you can alway’s find people dancing the day away here and helping newcomers get started.
Up the stairs are where some great events are held, such as Second Fortune, Payment Podium and Trivial Obsession. Everyone can join in these games and win cool prizes from L$ to gift packages, and more.
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| the Shelters Dance Floor, Bar, and Freebies! |
Did I mention Pool Parties somewhere? Oh yes, head out back and you’ve got a great spot to swim, dive, and lounge around waiting for the right newbie to come in from help island and sweep you off your prim shoes. Ehem, where was I? Right, pool, check!
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| Take a relaxing swim in the full size inground pool! |
From the pool area, take a short flight straight up. You should come to the little green house perched on the top floor of the building. Here there is a money tree for new residents to get some extra cash, as well as nice little garden and fountain to hang around.
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| The Money Tree stands ready to fend off hordes of broke newbies! |
I personally suggest going to the Shelter on sundays when they hold their Pool Parties and Formal at night. Also I have news that they are about to redo the entire Shelter, and I bet it looks great. So landmark the area and come back in a few weeks, once the upgrade is done ill be sure to review it again!
Young or old, if you are looking for a great place to visit with less sleeze and a big friendly group of people. the Shelter may be the place for you.
I’ll leave you, in closing, with me getting down with my bad self on the Shelter bartop.
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| Ramus getting jiggy with it at the Shelter. |
Check out the Gallery for more pictures of the Shelter!
Location: the Shelter, Ratings, Four Stars, Clubs
Writing by Ramus Overlord on Sunday, 8 of April , 2007 at 12:01 am
The first area is the entrance boardwalk, here you can relax on some of the many couches. Get an intimate massage around back, or head to the pools for a swim with some friends! The boardwalk is another example of Valiant’s fine architectural design. Everything is placed well, designed to be easily navigated, and looks great! Check out the nooks and crannies of this area to find all sorts of romantic places and great hangouts.
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| The Boardwalk Entrance, relax with a loved one in this romantic area. |
The second area is the main boardwalk where the majority of Laguna beach club can often be found. This area is famous for its numerous couches, where many groups of friends have taken residence. The dance floor is full of great poseballs for you and a companion to groove the night away to great live music. Or, if you prefer to go solo, you can head over to the bar, grab a tropical drink and engage in conversation with some of the many visitors of Laguna Beach Club.
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| The main area of the club, dance, drink, or lounge on the many couches! |
The third area is of course, the beach! Here you can find the majority of the Beach Clubs hand picked shops.
Namiko Surf has its own store here featuring high quality Swim Suits for men and women, Wet Suits, and Namiko Surf Boards made to surf on Heather Goodliffe’s waves. You can find the water at the end of the beach, throw your board out and hit some waves for a great time!
Surf Republic has a shop here for jet skis, which are also for use with the waves! Last but not least, H20 ocean sells some great aquariums and props!
For others, a beautiful waterfall hides some great hidden romantic caves for you and a loved one, and the Life Guard station always has a friendly staff member available to monitor the beach for any disruptive visitors. If you are looking for a more relaxing time, just hit the sand and pick a lounger to lay back on and enjoy the sun.
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| Hit the waves at the beach, go shopping, or get a tan! |
If you love great live music, a fun beach environment, and a ton of awesome people. Then I highly suggest visiting the Laguna Beach Club. You will not be disappointed.
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| Ramus relaxing by the ocean after a hard days work. |
Check out the Gallery for more pictures of Laguna Beach Club!
Location: Laguna Beach Club, Beaches, Ratings, Five Stars
Writing by Ramus Overlord on Sunday, 1 of April , 2007 at 12:21 pm
Welcome everyone to the Second Life Traveler!
This site has been in the making for some time now, and I am very glad to now have it ready for presentation. Please feel free to leave a comment, check out the Gallery, or hit me up in game!
I am looking for other reviewers who may be interested in joining the Second Life Traveler team. If you think you have what it takes to review the best Second Life locations then drop me a message in game, or email me on the contact page.
Thank you all so much for visiting the site and I hope you all enjoy the content!
Location: Ramus' Ramblings
