A Glimpse Into a Dawn of Justice

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Superheroes are quickly dominating the cinema and who are we to complain as long as the story is amazing, the characters are true to themselves, and the effects are incredible. So far we’ve had the Avengers and the “Guardians of the Galaxy”, but come 2016 a certain dark knight will do battle with the man of steel.

On March 25, 2016, we are getting “Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice” in theaters everywhere. The story will be that Batman feels threatened by Superman’s power and status and pays him a visit. While the two proceed to fight, something sinister and dark arises from the depths.  As this new evil emerges and the heroes battle, the world begins to wonder what type of hero it needs. Does it need the vigilante, mysterious Batman or does it need the friendly, heroic Superman?

Now some people are already giving this movie some flak for the fact that they cast Ben Affleck as Batman and recast Henry Cavill as Superman. But in spite of these two actors, we have Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), Aquaman (Arthur Curry), Lois Lane (Amy Adams),The Flash (Ezra Miller), Cyborg (Ray Fisher), and Lex Luthor (Jesse Eisenberg) joining the movie. While these sound like great parts, will these professionals be able to perform them well? Furthermore, with all these heroes in one movie, will the film culminate into an all out brawl? The idea seems awesome and maybe it’ll change the fans’ minds of the casting choices.

Speaking of the cast, some of photos of the film’s production were released today. There’s even a picture of Diane Prince (Wonder Woman) interacting with Bruce Wayne (Batman) at some sort of high class, formal event. This signifies that at some point they will cross each other’s paths as civilians. We also have a glimpse of Lex Luthor with a full head of hair despite prior photos showcasing him with no hair. This means at some point throughout the movie he will lose his hair.

Given what the photographs reveal, I may see this movie because as much as I like Marvel, I also like Batman, Cyborg, and Wonder Woman. I’m not too fond of Ben Affleck playing Batman because I just don’t see him filling the role and taking on that hilarious, but strange deep voice that Christian Bale portrayed. But I could be completely mistaken and Affleck could persuade me otherwise. I’m also not a big fan of Superman, but I am curious to see what this film offers.

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So tell me, are you hyped for “Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice” and why?

Roller Coasters to Thrill Your Summer

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Summer’s here which means theme parks are open for business. Some of you are coaster junkies like myself and enjoy the rushing sensation of the wind in your hair while screaming for your life.  Others simply enjoy watching coasters speed through the air which is an art in itself. The fluidity of the track, the unexpected drops, it’s a feast for all the senses.

Here are the top coasters of the summer:

5.  Cu’ Chulainn – Tayto Park, Ireland

So you are a plain Jane/Joe type of rider, looking for something with thrill, but nothing too extreme. Look no further than this wooden beast of a coaster situated in Ireland.  Cu’ Chulainn is actually the name of a medieval Irish warrior who defended the province of Ulster against an incredulous army and bore wondrous strength. Needless to say, he was not to be trifled with combat and this coaster is not meant to be trifled with either. Boasting the title of Europe’s largest coaster with an inversion, this ride will have you holding on as you tear through the tracks like a powerful hero.

4.  Black Mamba – Phantasialand, Germany

So you’re looking for a hanging coaster with tight turns and smooth drops? Black Mamba has just what you need. Black Mamba is an inverted steel coaster named after a lethal, ebony snake that shares the same name.  Power packed with 4Gs, this ride will have you nearly missing walls, giving you the notion that you just may not survive this ride. With a wild, African flare this roller coaster will spiral you into the jungle searching for a means of escape.

3. Takashiba – Fuji-Q Highland, Japan

A recent holder of the world record of the world’s steepest coaster, this ride puts the thrill in ‘Thriller’. Bearing a drop angle of 121 degrees and standing at a staggering 141 feet, this coaster doesn’t mess around. Even its name translates to “high fly car” in kanji and “domineering”  in English. Packed with inversions and loops, this coaster will take you on the ride of your life.

2. Goliath – Six Flags Great America, Illinois

Smashing three of the world’s records for steepest, fastest, and tallest roller coaster, Goliath is a monster to behold. Towering at 165 feet, this beast tears through steel tracks and surrounds you in tight loops. At one point it even has that audacity to slowly stop you in mid air, only to pick up the pace more powerful than before.

1.  Batman: The Ride – Six Flags Fiesta, Texas

Franklin D. Roosevelt once said, “The only thing we should fear is fear itself.” This coaster is the definition of fear. Strapping into a car on this monstrous B roll formation coaster, this ride will have you rolling with no end in sight. Just when you think you’ve stopped flipping and rising, you couldn’t be more wrong. This roller coaster is so intense that even watching footage of it makes me stop the video in fear of losing my lunch.

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So tell me, what is your favorite roller coaster?

Twas the Night Before Christmas

Welcome everyone to a special Christmas Eve edition of The Magical Mystery Blog.

Every year, the classic story of Twas the Night Before Christmas is passed around from house to house and generation to generation. I’m sure most of you have heard this story at some point in your lives. As a special treat for Christmas, I've rewritten Twas the Night Before Christmas to include fandoms you all know and love.

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the world
jokes and comments of many fandoms were hurled
of Adventure Time, Deadpool, The Hobbit, and others
that made fan boys and fan girls unite like sisters and brothers.

The fans were wide awake, watching Christmas specials in their beds
while visions of pairings and fan theories danced in their heads
and Whedon in his onesie and JK Rowling in her cap
they soon snuggled in for a quick power nap.

Out from the star filled night, arose quite a sound
that roused the neighbors, the fans, and everyone all around
from houses, eyes searched the land to find the commotion
that was as clear as glass but as loud as the ocean.  

The moon was as white as Jack Skellington’s face
transforming the fallen snow into a scene of beauty and grace
but from the corner of my eye something wonderful appeared:
a blue bulky police box with eight characters, flying like reindeer.

With a youthful driver so giddy and random,
I knew it had to be Fandy Claws: The bringer of fandoms.
Cracking his whip, he shouted, “Yippy kai yay!”
And shouted to his flyers, as their bells jingled all the way.

“On Loki and Xerneas, on Hannibal and Katniss,
on Sherlock and Marceline, on Harry and Daenerys!
Come on, come on, go faster! I know you can!
If you don’t, I’ll introduce you to Slender Man!”

The threat caused the flyers to climb into the sky
not wanting to meet the horror that’s made many cry
as they rose to the roof tops, people jumped into their beds
waiting for the sound of Fandy Claws’ to arrive over their heads.

My house was the first as a resounding crash hit the roof
“Damnit Loki! You hit this fan’s reindeer’s hoof,”
the driver shouted as he hustled to our chimney and jumped in,
slid down into our fire place and emerged with a grin.

He was dressed in pieces of characters’ clothes
from Sherlock’s scarf to his snowy Hobbit toes
on his back was a bag of holding full of fan adored things
like light up arc reactors and Green Lantern rings.

His eyes were glistening like Hannibal’s, his freckles were like cherries
his hair was like Merlin’s, his cheeks were quite merry
His ears were pointed, like the legendary archer Legolas
and just like David Tennant, he had a great ass.

House of Stark crests bound Batman’s cape to his lanky frame
a tattoo on his wrist showed he pledged to the Gryffindor name
he had a handsome fair skinned face and a bit of a beer belly
that hid beneath his brown coat and shook like jelly.

He seemed like a great guy as he ate one of my cookies
and I smiled like the first time I ever saw a Wookie
with a nod of his head and a charming grin
he assured me that this Christmas would be full of win.

He didn't make a sound and laid the presents under the tree
he then placed some gifts in the stockings, and turned to me;
smiling, he raised the Vulcan signal just inches from his face
and giving a nod, he rose up the chimney, and out of my place.

He leaped into his sleigh and cracked the whip once more
as the flyers took to the sky, in search of another house to explore
but I heard him exclaim in his Professor Xavier voice,
“MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL! BE MERRY AND REJOICE!”

Merry Christmas everyone and a Happy New Year to you too!