ENTER THE COMIC KID!

In a world (earth) where comics, vintage music, and old video games are not considered as awesome as they are, in the distance enters... The Comic Kid! A man who is (EXTREMELY) unqualified to deliver a verdict, but will deliver it none the less!  Now not all of these vintage things are perfect, and I am more than happy to let you know (cough...HOWARD THE DUCK...cough). I will be giving my honest opinion on many things including:

Comics (obviously)
Video games (not even Mario is safe)
Movies
Music

and pretty much any other things I feel like discussing. My first review in a couple of days will be on KINGDOM COME, one of my all time favorite graphic novels of all time. I will have a (wonderful) rating system for my comics:

If it's amazing and deserving of everything good it is
: PERFECTION!!!!!!

If it's really good but not quite perfection : buy it as soon as you find it

If it's pretty good, but not something that'll blow your mind, : its only necessary to read if you're     going on a trip

If it's meh, : it'll only be good if you like the character

If it's not very good at all, : you should probably leave it on the shelf

And if it's just awful, : it is shred-worthy

There you have it! Those are my ratings, in a couple of days, my review of Kingdom Come will be released!

The Iphone 5c

    Apple is coming out with a new phone called the Iphone 5c. It comes in five colors: blue, lime green, yellow, white, and pink. The 16GB is starting at $99 and the 32GB is $199.  The iPhone 5c has the features Iphone 5 has, plus many more new things and it automatically comes with iOS7. iPhone 5c is made with plastic. Beneath the smooth surface of the seamless outer shell, a steel frame provides structural integrity. The 5c comes with cases that helps make the iPhone stand out and protect the phone. The cases also help you to make your phone the way you want it.The iPhone 5c has up to 13 LTE bands. That's more than any other model of smartphone. Which means more iPhone users can experience fast download and upload speeds in more places around the world. The iSight camera delivers sharp photos thanks to the features like a five‑element lens and panorama, which lets you get high‑resolution shots. 

http://www.apple.com/iphone-5c/design/

Male Body Types

Many guys today are trying their best to get in shape. While many have outstanding results, some may not understand why they have been working for months and have experienced very little change. The reason for this may have to do with men not knowing about different body types. Knowing these body types and which one is yours is very important when it comes to changing it.

The three body types for men include ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. Most guys though have a combination of ectomorph/mesomorph or mesomorph/endomorph. Knowing which applies to you is very important and can help you greatly.

Following section courtesy of  "http://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/body-types-ectomorph-mesomorph-endomorph.html"

Ectomorph

An ectomorph is a typical skinny guy. Ecto’s have a light build with small joints and lean muscle. Usually ectomorphs have long thin limbs with stringy muscles. Shoulders tend to be thin with little width.

Typical traits of an ectomorph:

• Small “delicate” frame and bone structure
• Classic “hardgainer”
• Flat chest
• Small shoulders
• Thin
• Lean muscle mass
• Finds it hard to gain weight
• Fast metabolism

Ectomorphs find it very hard to gain weight. They have a fast metabolism which burns up calories very quickly. Ectos need a huge amount of calories in order to gain weight. Workouts should be short and intense focusing on big muscle groups. Supplements are definitely recommended. Ectomorphs should eat before bed to prevent muscle catabolism during the night. Generally, ectomorphs can lose fat very easily which makes cutting back to lean muscle easier for them.

Mesomorph

A mesomorph has a large bone structure, large muscles and a naturally athletic physique. Mesomorphs are the best body type for bodybuilding. They find it quite easy to gain and lose weight. They are naturally strong which is the perfect platform for building muscle.

Typical traits on a Mesomorph:

• Athletic
• Generally hard body
• Well defined muscles
• Rectangular shaped body
• Strong
• Gains muscle easily
• Gains fat more easily than ectomorphs

The mesomorph body type responds the best to weight training. Gains are usually seen very quickly, especially for beginners. The downside to mesomorphs is they gain fat more easily than ectomorphs. This means they must watch their calorie intake. Usually a combination of weight training and cardio works best for mesomorphs.

Endomorph

The endomorph body type is solid and generally soft. Endomorphs gain fat very easily. Endos are usually of a shorter build with thick arms and legs. Muscles are strong, especially the upper legs. Endomorphs find they are naturally strong in leg exercises like the squat.

Typical traits of an Endomorph:

• Soft and round body
• Gains muscle and fat very easily
• Is generally short
• "Stocky" build
• Round physique
• Finds it hard to lose fat
• Slow metabolism
• Muscles not so well defined

When it comes to training, endomorphs find it very easy to gain weight. Unfortunately, a large portion of this weight is fat not muscle. To keep fat gain to a minimum, endomorphs must always train cardio as well as weights. Usually supplements may not be needed as long as the person has a high protein intake in their diet.

An Important Announcement of Great and Urgent Importance

Good afternoon students this is Dr. Cooper etc etc. I regret to inform you that I will not be presenting a Retro TV Show blog this week due to my busy schedule. Instead I am pleased to inform you that I have been assigned  my own column in The Timberwolf's Editorial section! I look forward to bringing joy and knowledge to our many readers...
Now, the next Retro TV Article will be postponed until next week so I am allowing my 10-20 viewers to decide what the topic will be: Courage the Cowardly Dog, or Tom & Jerry. Vote in the comments below please. 
Also this year we will be selling subscriptions to the Timberwolf paper. $5 for a whole year of issues, a delightful offer. If you desire to subscribe, please see Ms. Dingess or any newspaper staff member, preferably Cody Straley or Michael Finley (the subscription keepers).
Good Day.

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Random History: Micronations

Good afternoon students, this is Dr. Cooper. I want you to think for a moment. Unemployment. Sequestration. War. Terrorism. Corruption. Miley Cyrus. The world today is full of many pressing issues that consequently affect our lives. I'd like to turn your attention instead to an issue that has been largely ignored by the public and is very important. It is perhaps the most under-appreciated form of politics: Micronations.

While there are many definitions for the term, a micronation is essentially when a person or group declares an area of space to be an independent country, usually very small. They differ from imaginary  countries or online communities (ahem, World of Warcraft) in the fact that they claim literal sovereignty over an actual place. No micronation has ever been recognized by the international community, mainly because the claims are ridiculous and have no basing. Micronation territories tend to vary from a single person's bedroom, to objects in outer space.
The theory of micronations first emerged around the 1970's with the creation of Sealand (to be discussed later). There are many motives for creating a micronation, including:

• Attempts to evade taxes
• Creating a host area for illegal online activities
• Having a lot of money and not knowing what to do with it
• To give yourself a fancy title such as "King" or "Emperor"
• Raise awareness of an issue
• To design a cool-looking flag
• People who didn't want to stop playing "pretend" after they grew up.
• Or you're bored

Most micronations are never really taken seriously, but some people give an all out effort, creating laws, a government, and other establishments for their so-called "independent country". There are two famous examples of utterly hardcore micronation efforts that I shall present to you. Prepare to be baffled...

The Principality of Sealand

 Sealand is the world's most famous and oldest micronation. It is a 5,900 sq ft platform located three miles off the coast of Great Britain. It originally served as an anti-aircraft fort in World War II before it was abandoned by the military. In 1967 a man named Roy Bates and his family occupied the structure and declared it to be the nation of Sealand, with himself as Prince. Since then the family has fiercely defended their country from any threats, even firing warning shots multiple times at people who come too close. The British government has made no actions to evict the family after a court decision ruled that the government had no jurisdiction in the middle of the ocean. Sealand claims it has been recognized as a country because it was once visited by German diplomats. In their effort to become independent, they have painstakingly created almost every aspect of a country. Sealand has a functioning government, a constitution, flag, coat-of-arms, motto, national anthem, a Bureau of Domestic and International Affairs, currency, passports, stamps, an online newspaper, a Football Association, a fencing team, a rebel government-in-exile (long story), a Facebook page, and a WWII canon for defense. Their economy consists of sales from souvenirs and Titles of Nobility sold on their website (For $46.86, you can become a Lord of Sealand!). The platform itself is also apparently quite roomy, since it contains a royal palace, Parliament building, offices, chapel, and a small store. The official population is 27, although most of them live in Britain instead. The U.N has not recognized them as a nation due to a law stating that artificial islands can't be countries. Too bad...

The Republic of Molossia

  The Republic of Molossia is a 6 acre area of dry desert land in northern Nevada, along with a 5 acre "colony" in southern California. It was founded in 1977 and is currently ruled by, and I quote, "His Excellency President Grand Admiral Colonel Doctor Kevin Baugh, President of Molossia, Protector of the Nation and Guardian of the People". It has been equally aggressive in asserting its independence, although in much more bizarre ways. They have their own postal service, bank, railroad, Navy, Naval Academy, space program, war memorials, holidays, online radio station, measurement system, and their own time zone. They have fought wars, yes wars, with other micronations, and have been at war with East Germany for 30 years, even though it no longer exists...Molossia was also the host of the first, and so far the only, Intermicronational Olympic Games in 2000. Some people need to get a life...

Other noteworthy micronations include...

• Federated States of Antarctica- claims sovereignty over Antarctica. Seeks to populate it with 2 million people.
• Dominion of British West Florida- claims that western Florida is still a British colony. 
• Ohio Empire- claims control over Ohio. Member of the North American Micronational Culture Organization.
• The Conch Republic- area in Key West, Florida that tried to secede in 1982. 
• Nutopia- a country with no boundaries or laws. Created by John Lennon so he could claim diplomatic immunity.

It's relatively simple to create a micronation. Basically all you need is a flag, a website, and a few followers. I don't recommend all the other over-complicated stuff without money and a good lawyer. Micronation-managing is great for a joke or hobby. I don't recommend seriously trying to make it an independent country though. I must say, when I first read about micronations a few years ago I was like WTC (what the crap)?! But now I aspire to create one someday because it sounds fun. If I ever get that crazy...

Thanks ever so much for reading about this critical issue...another Retro Show article comes next week...

That's no moon. That's a space station!


Sources: http://www.sealandgov.org/
http://www.molossia.org/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Micronation
http://micronations.wordpress.com/
http://micronations.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page
 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/03/24/the-worlds-weirdest-micro_n_508738.html#s74926title=Sealand


Pictures: http://www.listofmicronations.com/
www.smh.com.au 
howtostartyourowncountry.com
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Question of the Week

Question of the Week: 

Here's some food for thought...

If a unstoppable force meets an immovable object, which will overpower the other? 

Leave your answers in the comments!

Highlanders vs Timberwolves....game of the year???

"...And there was a war in Huntington. Highlander fought against Timberwolf, and Timberwolf fought against Highlander..."
-reference and paraphrase of/to Revelation 12:7

That's the expectation for this Friday night. The biblical reference gives you an idea of how big this game is. Just as Michael the Archangel fights against the fallen angels, so too will Tyler Brown lead his team in what will be known as a war. The Timberwolves come off of a big win against opener St. Albans, while the Highlanders defeated the Redskins of Hurricane, 23-8. While both defenses looked solid, the T'Wolves have yet to face a formidable foe such as Hurricane.

The biggest test will be Huntington's response to Spring Valley's huge line. The offense returns 4 starters on the line, along with the two behemoth tackles Alex Locklear and Trevor Stacy. Huntington High has not faced a big line constantly coming at them, so to see their adjustments to the smash mouth style of play will be fun to watch. Hurricane put up good numbers and a fight against the Highlanders. St. Albans not so much.

The Wolves are loaded with weapons in the backfield different from last year's running back great ELIIIJAHH WELLMANN. The backfield this year is smaller, but quicker. Huntington High always has tons of athletes, so Spring Valley's biggest obstacle is going to be containing their speed.

The battle is set to begin at 7:30, Friday night, September 6 @ Bob Sang Stadium (Huntington High).