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A Paean To Floyd

Seems I’ve gone and gotten myself into a pickle. I shouldn’t be alive, what with me being a lowly space janitor and all. ...
By Chuck Wendig Legacy AuthorAugust 24, 2010
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Real-Life Sidekick

When my girlfriend Amanda picked up our second Wii remote and became my sidekick as co-star Luma in Super Mario Galaxy 2, it ...
By Ryan Smith Legacy AuthorAugust 24, 2010
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The Best Planet Companion

It’s no coincidence that the most memorable party-based RPGs feature a fine supporting cast. Titles like Planescape: Torment or Barkley, Shut Up & ...
By Peter Parrish Legacy AuthorAugust 24, 2010
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Hey, Listen, I Like Navi

Hey. Listen. Sidekicks, by their very nature, are unappreciated. They do all the heavy lifting, while some square-jawed schmuck hogs the spotlight. There ...
By Brendan Main Legacy AuthorAugust 24, 2010
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