- 27,387
- Toronto
- NewAesthetic
- SlipZtrEm
Which club, you're probably asking? Why, the five digit club, of course. Statistically, I was en route to be hitting this milestone right around the same time as my 10 year mark here at GTPlanet, but thanks to Operation Planet Combination, it's arrived about 3 months early. Needless to say, the celebratory drinks haven't been shipped yet. 
GTPlanet's been my internet home for a good while now; at least since the GT4 days. I wandered elsewhere from time to time, but Jordan's tireless dedication to providing not just the best GT-based website out there, but a (relatively
) mature, thoughtful community that can thrive on things other than games is why I keep coming back. I don't need to tell you that there are some incredibly intelligent people around here, and despite all the jokes we may toss around about having to wade into the madness that is the GT5 pool, rarely does a day go by that I don't feel like I've learned something new from someone here. So uh, thanks for that, folks.
I was just as surprised as others when the offer for SM status came through, and speaking of the GT5 section; talk about a trial by fire! I've got to thank Jordan and the rest of the staff-folk for helping this newbie get to grips with the tools and the lay of the land in a period where the site witnessed exponential growth. If/when I ever meet any of you in person, as unlikely as it is (barring Hydro, who's here in TO with me somewhere), I owe you a few pints
.
Speaking of; GT has, quite literally, shaped my life. I've met real life friends thanks to this game; our first Ontario GTP(arty) was nearly twelve years ago! More recently, I found out that HondaKid86, famous for his in-depth FAQ's during the golden years, is just as polite, sincere, and breathlessly enthusiastic for all things automotive in person as he is online. I met a fair amount of GTP members at an old event by the name of CampusCup; an event that actually ended up paying for a year's university for me. GT sparked an interest in cars that I don't think will ever diminish, and GTPlanet is the place I can come and discuss myriad topics with like-minded individuals.
I've made some friends here, and some enemies too - you don't know that for sure until the duplicate PSN accounts start flooding your inbox and threatening to "ruin ur name"
- but I'm not going to start naming names from either camp here. Let me just thank everyone, for all helping contribute to keeping this site on the top.
In light of recent announcements, ones that are sure to further expand the community, I'd like to offer a Lifetime Premium membership to one lucky individual. For those who were around at the other 'Planet, you may remember my scavenger hunts for monthly DLC codes. Well, the scavenger hunt is back! There are a fair amount of steps, but don't worry, you'll know you're on the right path, since the hint that will lead you to the next location will always be in the Edit Reason section (the little green text at the bottom of posts). Existing Premium members can take part too, and as suggested by T-12, the prize is different for them; a copy of GTPedia. If you think you have the answer and want to collect, make sure you PM me with a title of "Scavenger Hunt Answer" and the associated secret word(s) in the message body. I'll only be accepting one guess from each member, so make absolutely sure you've got it before sending that PM!
Your first hint is below. I ask that you work alone on this hunt, so no discussions of progress in here.
Stay classy, GTPlanet, and here's to another 9 years, 8 months, and 10 days
Two hundred eighty one multiplied by thirteen.
GTPlanet's been my internet home for a good while now; at least since the GT4 days. I wandered elsewhere from time to time, but Jordan's tireless dedication to providing not just the best GT-based website out there, but a (relatively
) mature, thoughtful community that can thrive on things other than games is why I keep coming back. I don't need to tell you that there are some incredibly intelligent people around here, and despite all the jokes we may toss around about having to wade into the madness that is the GT5 pool, rarely does a day go by that I don't feel like I've learned something new from someone here. So uh, thanks for that, folks.I was just as surprised as others when the offer for SM status came through, and speaking of the GT5 section; talk about a trial by fire! I've got to thank Jordan and the rest of the staff-folk for helping this newbie get to grips with the tools and the lay of the land in a period where the site witnessed exponential growth. If/when I ever meet any of you in person, as unlikely as it is (barring Hydro, who's here in TO with me somewhere), I owe you a few pints
.Speaking of; GT has, quite literally, shaped my life. I've met real life friends thanks to this game; our first Ontario GTP(arty) was nearly twelve years ago! More recently, I found out that HondaKid86, famous for his in-depth FAQ's during the golden years, is just as polite, sincere, and breathlessly enthusiastic for all things automotive in person as he is online. I met a fair amount of GTP members at an old event by the name of CampusCup; an event that actually ended up paying for a year's university for me. GT sparked an interest in cars that I don't think will ever diminish, and GTPlanet is the place I can come and discuss myriad topics with like-minded individuals.
I've made some friends here, and some enemies too - you don't know that for sure until the duplicate PSN accounts start flooding your inbox and threatening to "ruin ur name"
- but I'm not going to start naming names from either camp here. Let me just thank everyone, for all helping contribute to keeping this site on the top.In light of recent announcements, ones that are sure to further expand the community, I'd like to offer a Lifetime Premium membership to one lucky individual. For those who were around at the other 'Planet, you may remember my scavenger hunts for monthly DLC codes. Well, the scavenger hunt is back! There are a fair amount of steps, but don't worry, you'll know you're on the right path, since the hint that will lead you to the next location will always be in the Edit Reason section (the little green text at the bottom of posts). Existing Premium members can take part too, and as suggested by T-12, the prize is different for them; a copy of GTPedia. If you think you have the answer and want to collect, make sure you PM me with a title of "Scavenger Hunt Answer" and the associated secret word(s) in the message body. I'll only be accepting one guess from each member, so make absolutely sure you've got it before sending that PM!
Your first hint is below. I ask that you work alone on this hunt, so no discussions of progress in here.
Stay classy, GTPlanet, and here's to another 9 years, 8 months, and 10 days
Two hundred eighty one multiplied by thirteen.
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