KS Update #26 - Fan appreciation

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KS Update #26 - Fan appreciation

Postby Himuro » Tue Jul 07, 2015 9:21 am

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ys ... ts/1286474

For the Fans, By the Fans

Hello Everyone!!!

It has been a long 14 years that fans have been waiting for a Shenmue sequel, but in that time a vibrant community grew—creating, sharing and keeping the faith. Because you have been there even after all of this time, we have the opportunity to be here today. And for that we cannot thank you enough.

Today we introduce some of the members that have made the Shenmue community what is today—totally kick-ass. See what being a Shenmue fan is all about!

Forum: http://fb.com/groups/shenmue500k 500K HQ heart of the community.

News: http://fb.com/teamyu All the news you need from TeamYu.

Videos: http://youtube.com/user/ziming The most comprehensive Shenmue YouTube Channel.

Micro Blog: http://twitter.com/shenmuefans The best Shenmue Tweets

Pictures: http://fb.com/shenmuemaster French Facebook w/ news & pics

Hardcore discussions: http://shenmuedojo.com If it’s Shenmue, it’s here

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We have Team Yu to thank for starting the #SaveShenmue movement

@JohnnyQuan Artist & Shenmue fan Johnny Quan made these super outstanding banners, so please share!

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Next we would like to introduce our special guest for today. Many of you may know him from all his work as an Admin at Shenmue 500k, a Special Coordinator at TeamYu, a Veteran Contributor at Shenmue Dojo, as Ikkyu or as Ali. Where ever you know him from, Ali Novin has been a pillar of the Shenmue community since the very beginning, helping to bring Shenmue fans together into a united movement.

For his meritorious works and actions above and beyond the call of duty, Yu Suzuki has bestowed Novin-san with the title of Executive Shenmue Ambassador. Give Ali a big thanks as he shares what Shenmue means to him:

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I want to give a big shutout to all of them, sorry if I can't name all to keep it short, but Shenmue Dojo, 500K and Team Yu plus Shenmue Master and the Japanese community over MIXI, and let's not forget Shenmue-UK and Hazuki Dojo and Shenmue Japanese BBS who have been able to somehow survive all these years waiting for this day (Thanks to Kiyuu-san from Dojo for the tip about MIXI).

We believe in Yu Suzuki and that he can deliver the best experience once again. Please make sure to share the word about this Kickstarter, anywhere and anyway you can using your love, creativity and respect for the series and help make Suzuki-san's full vision to become a reality.

- Ali M. Novin Executive Shenmue Ambassador @NovinWorksPlus

Ali also put together some best of best fan created Shenmue content, “Shenmue Awesomeness” @ShenmueFanWorks

1-The Best Shenmue Awesomeness: https://twitter.com/ShenmueFanWorks/media

2-Shenmue Retweets: https://twitter.com/ShenmueFanWorks

3-Shenmue Awesomeness Faves: https://twitter.com/shenmuefanworks/favorites

Got some Shenmue Awesomeness of your own? Tweet it to us here @Shenmue_3, @ShenmueFanWorks or post it in the comments!

Thank you again to everyone for all you have done to help support and keep Shenmue in the hearts and minds of us all.

Dreams Can Come True – Ali Novin

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Re: Shenmue III KS Update 26 - fan appareciation

Postby ShenSun » Tue Jul 07, 2015 9:30 am

Simply Amazing. As ive said before, hands down one of the greatest communities and gaming families out there. Ali, you da man :)

P.S LISTEN TO THAT AMAZING SOUNDTRACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GIMME GIMME GIMME :)

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Re: Shenmue III KS Update 26 - fan appreciation

Postby Anonymous81 » Tue Jul 07, 2015 9:41 am

This is well deserved and very moving to read/see.

Johnny come lateleys like me who always passionately loved the games but never thought there was any point in participating in such communities as this one once the industry appeared to orphan the series, owe everything to those of you who have been truly active in the last 14 years. Without you, none of this would be happening right now, and I'm so grateful.

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Re: Shenmue III KS Update 26 - fan appreciation

Postby Himuro » Tue Jul 07, 2015 9:43 am

This is a really sweet and adorable update. The fact they are thanking the fans like this means a lot. Ali, we are proud of you! You guys protected yourself against the cynism of being a Shenmue fan from the last ten years and you helped spread a positive message. Your message helped us get III. As Shenmue fans we must all celebrate this.

Personally, I gave up around 4 years ago. I thought we'd never see a new Shenmue and I was tired of being heartbroken. Thank you for keeping the faith unlike fans like yours truly, being positive, and seeing this through.
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Re: Shenmue III KS Update 26 - fan appreciation

Postby Shenhua-Nani? » Tue Jul 07, 2015 9:44 am

Wheres the new video we were promised days ago? :(

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Re: KS Update #26 - Fan appreciation

Postby Amir » Tue Jul 07, 2015 10:22 am

Never expected an Iranian to be one of the biggest Shenmue fans, wonder if he first played the game in Iran? I don't remember seeing any Dreamcasts there, PlayStation and Mega Drives were king when I spent summers in Tehran and Isfahan. Hope he smiles seeing an Iranian name on the Choubu Inn register ;)

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Re: KS Update #26 - Fan appreciation

Postby Hyo Razuki » Tue Jul 07, 2015 10:27 am

Hahaha! That's Alimn! :D Love that guy. Have enjoyed reading his posts on the Dojo for years and always loved his enthusiasm and positive outlook on everything. Shenmue fan legend!

Now he is an official Shenmue ambassador and has actually met Yu Suzuki! :shock:

So proud of him! You deserved it, Alimn! Go, Alimn! =D> :king:
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Re: KS Update #26 - Fan appreciation

Postby Himuro » Tue Jul 07, 2015 10:37 am

That's Alimn?! Nice!
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Re: KS Update #26 - Fan appreciation

Postby Hyo Razuki » Tue Jul 07, 2015 10:44 am

I guess he is. Look here for example. Alimn seems to run an Instagram for Novinworks. Just see below his avatar: viewtopic.php?f=5&t=48132&p=1098440#p1098440

Also in the KS update, they call him Ali M. Novin = AliMN? :) Plus, Alimn mentioned he was Persian and the dude in the video certainly sounds and looks Persian. :D

Persian Shenmue legend! \:D/

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Re: KS Update #26 - Fan appreciation

Postby Dragon St. » Tue Jul 07, 2015 10:57 am

Ali did a wonderful job in the video explaining his love for Shenmue. Very interesting.

As a critical side note though, I don't like the timing of this minor update. An update like this is interesting post KS or something along with a bigger update. The previous one was also minor as it was just a twitter recap and additional 'I am Shenmue' rewards. So we haven't seen actual real new content or announcements since July 3rd. Hoping for something bigger tomorrow.

And yes, where is that video that was promised to us?
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Re: KS Update #26 - Fan appreciation

Postby Yama » Tue Jul 07, 2015 12:17 pm

Ali is the best, so happy to see this.

Also, very nice update.
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Re: Shenmue III KS Update 26 - fan appareciation

Postby Drakul » Tue Jul 07, 2015 9:02 pm

Very nice feel-good update.

ShenSun wrote: Simply Amazing. As ive said before, hands down one of the greatest communities and gaming families out there. Ali, you da man :)

P.S LISTEN TO THAT AMAZING SOUNDTRACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GIMME GIMME GIMME :)


Hey Shensun, you're avatar looks familiar, did you ever hang out on the Kotoba forums by chance?
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