I'll be bringing Breakshot. Hope to see some long time attendees that I missed last year Pdxmonkey and burningman lookin at you.

I'm guessing JJP isn't gonna do a reveal at Expo this year. But I have been wrong, twice, in my whole life.

HI!

I'm gettin excited.
You?

Fly Eagles fly!
Well I was gonna bring Breakshot but still haven't sorted out the sound issue. My alt was I500 but it needs boardwork now too. Hopefully get one of em goin to bring. I'm thinkin Indy 500.

For my room. Not free play.

Also....need roommate this year since Violent Steve can't make it. Anybody like an over-abundance of weed, beer, and really loud death metal at all hours? Step on up.

DUDE. I CANNOT WAIT to see you ***moderated***. You guys are the best part of Expo for me.
Seeing summer dwindle away is sad, but then I remember that means Expo is right around the corner. Cheers ***moderated***!

Jesus Rob that pup is gonna get so loved/slobbered on by Sun mornin he's gonna look at ya and say "dammit, human,...can we just go home now?"

I'm not takin my Breakshot out till Tuesday.
Hush hush.

Zen, I cannot wait to see you moderated.
Also, let's have a toast. But in moderation.

Sorry ladies...my roommate search has ended. I will still answer all of the pms in order though,...all zero of them.
Room reserved,...so lock up yer daughters, lock up yer wives, lock up yer back door and run for yer lives.

Lookin forward to hangin with ya again Todd!

Back that azz on up Buttercup. But please wear the sexy satin nightie when you do.

Now it's a party.
Atleast I don't have to ask you to wear somethin sexy J, you sexy beast you.

Don't harsh my mellow dude.
Concrete high heels fit him perfectly for Lake Michigan. Hope he's already wearin them.

YOU GUYS NEED TO FUCKIN LEAVE

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Well thanks Fat Jay for that minor panic. Like everyone else, I called the Westin this morning to verify. Yep. All good. But I specifically requested two doubles, and they had me down for one king.
supermoot
Bring that satin nightie I get chafed easily babe.

Oh shit I just haphazardly gave away the JACK TWIPPY
"Roomie of the Year 2018" winner.
My favorite Indy pin tech and best guy ever to boot SuperMoot!
I'M SO EXCITED!

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Randy gave me a lift back to the hotel after the PL party last year. Not sure if I'm really thankful for that.
I missed all the fun but yes, thanks for the ride Randy and Fattrain!

Jared would stumble outta my room eyes so bloodshot/mind so blown he'd think he was the Atari pinball social media director and end up next to the Hercules all night like a wal-mart greeter.

But yeah...we got room. Always got room for that Texas TRILL.

I hope there's a Cueball Wizard in free play. Been wantin some more time on that one.

I500 is out because optos unobtanium. Sorry fellas. You'll have to stop by the house. Breakshot sound still wonky, workin on it. So I was thinkin maybe ACDC or MET.

AANND just got an email from Randy.
ACDC it is.

The 4 square targets. I bought new ones a few years back, and haven't seen any since.

Aww...thanks B. But I'm not havin any problems with them now. Just not gonna chance it. Those stand ups optos are nil.
If ya got some lay in around I will absolutely take them.

Exactly.

You got it bub. But mine has a special playlist, so it will have to be louder.

I am man boobs in adult mode everyday.
RZ rules though! I'll be playin it non-stop!

If yer plannin on escaltin this into a sub war just lettin ya know I got a 300 watt Orb that I will NOT be bringin.

WHO'S GOT THAT BADASS BINGO FOR SALE

Bingo guys---I'm jokin.
Already got 5 pm's.

Yes.
Yes I'll.buy it.
$100 million dollars.

Seriously though yeah buddy! I will take it!

Oh Mrs. Berk...
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JUST A JOKE GUYS...she is beautiful but she's also a Mrs. and you don't mess with a man's
1) dog
2) truck
or
3) wife
In that order.

Guys quick question: 100 watts or 500 watts?
Both? Agreed.

Cleveland never forgets.

Started the shop out on ACDC today. And by that I mean I turned it on and played 5 games.
Me and Angus will be there! Just gotta find somebody to switch these tired ass songs out.

Think I'm gonna bring some cologne and just spray fuckers as necessary.
Or, in the case of el BRUT, just toss some on em.

Hey backpacker....come down outta the clouds off that mountain. That website hasn't been updated in a decade! Fuggetaboutit!
Sure it would be nice, but so would some 21 yr old pussy. Ain't happenin!

Your
self
Now with "a pause".
Jeff bring Le Truck and don't fuck around seriously bring it.

King, remind me to tell ya the tale o Cleveland some time.
If you see this situation please correct it accordingly....according to whether dude wants to be an ass or not. 8 times outta 10 it's yes. Wannabe alpha fuckwads do shit like this cause they think no one will call them out. Some of us will. Do your part.

When I said "you" in that post, I wasn't speaking to you personally bub, I'm sure you knew that. I meant US.
All of us.
Don't put up with shit.
But that's a funny story K ha. I like you!

Since I have to rent a trailer, I'm debating bringin Breakshot too. It plays great, just no sound. I'd be bringin it to get it fixed, not setting it up on floor like some jagweeds that bring broken shit for a free pass. Think I will. Set it up in room till we fix her.

Well let's get with Rob and get my Breakshot goin then buddy. What's he want for that?

Might be the greatest Pinside post ever.

Troy is that really a graph up there?

Lemmy put my good eye on it.
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Looks like a graph.

GRAPHS AND GIRAFFES ARE RUININ MY LIFE.
All will be well in a week.

HUGE THANK YOU to Pinsider MadPole for not only makin my dream playlist for ACDC, but also doing it in ONE DAY!!!! He is refusing payment, but I'll fix that next time I'm in Louisville. What a GREAT GUY!!!
You'll know my machine by all the Bon Scott loaded in there. Really excited to finally get a colordmd for Angus.
Only a few days away peoples WOO!

So last year at the Westin eh?
If you want blood, you got it.

Also big THANK YOU to jm and DaveH who also pm'd to help. Thanks guys. I'm gonna buy y'all all the free Stern party beer you can drink.
Back to Bon.

I would also like to thank God, the Academy, mom and dad, the neighbor 5 doors down but not the other ones, Phyllis Diller, my cat Tux, LTG, everyone from Nebraska and Jimmy that bags my groceries.
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I cannot wait to see that black and white TZ. What a work of art!
Pretty stoked to see my old buddy @JAMASTER10. You always make a good time a GREAT time my dude! See ya in the smokers lounge Jesse.

Kids 10 and under should be $100 to get in.
GTF away from my machine junior.

Hold on

HAVE A DRINK ON ME! Actually yes, I got a beer for ya.

Bought 72 beers today. That's not enough.

I'm still up. Thanks Expo.

I've never had a "bad" Expo, but this was one of THE best. Security was a little too enthusiastic, but they're just doing their jobs.
I really missed seeing the door guy that's been at every Expo prior. I always looked forward to catching up with him.
This year's highlight: Presley Franchi.
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Lermods and wife are GREAT peoples. They were always smiling!

Wtf you talkin bout Willis?
Like they were taken with my pupils and no camera was even involved.

Haha thanks mar dudes! You know I love you all!
I think the REAL highlight of Expo this year was getting Target Alpha home and set-up and everything is working. Honestly think I played more games on it than any other new pin I've bought. Last night I played till 4 am. Been up till 4 every night this week THANKS EXPO.

Some fuckin pussies on floor four just sayin.

It's cool. I pissed all over yer door handles anyway.

TOP O THE PAGE CHHHAALLIIE

Short cop was extree cool.

I've had those Doc's for almost 20 years Jesse. Looks like I'll be buyin a new pair after I lose the left one in yer prostrate at PinCincinnati. LOL.

DON'T TAKE THE BROWN ACID.

Well the smokers lounge is right next to the front door, so every time the doors opened the smoke funneled in. Also, it was 104 mph winds on Sat. Most people aren't hangin out at the registration desk all night though. I'm out there A LOT so sorry if it bothered ya.
I missed the old door guys too. They were a highlight for me.

Also worth a HUGE mention: this was the 1st year in 5 years I saw absolutely zero assholishness with game etiquette. Not sayin it didn't happen, and I admittedly don't play as much as most of you (too busy blowin smoke indoors) but I was AMAZED at the courtesy this year. Not one 4 player game, no rehitting start, no insults, frankly, it was astonishing. And I'm a little disgusted.

YEAH I'M A FUCKIN DRUNK BUT YOU'RE A LOUSY LOWLIFE WHO CANT DO NOTHIN FOR HIMSELF
If you heard this at 2 am, hope ya raised yer glass. We did.

On the way up I meant to hit Black Sabbath but accidentally hit this then we all remembered what a masterpiece this album is and listened to it twice. Was kinda the weekend soundtrack.
F you fourth floor.
*not you Todd*
**unless it was you**

C'MON MOTHERFUCKER
PUT YOUR CLOTHES ON C'MON

THE LOOK WILL BUST THAT AZZZ

I saw the 13 ball multiball. Overrated, but fun to watch.

My favorite Expo souvenir EVER. Hung out at his booth so much like the little "Hey Spike, right Spike?" dog that he gave me this. He laughed and said "Check out the signature!" I fell on the floor laughin.
I'm gonna be the best son-in-law ever.
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If yer brave enough to get past that gruff exterior, Franchi is really an awesome, awesome guy. Bought the $60 movie poster and he threw the little one in. The Robin print he gave to me later.
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As far as smokers go, I'm ranked NUMBER ONE. Take that Levi.

Wow. Awesome of you to chime in Bill. This is my 5th year and i don't plan on missing any anytime soon.
IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR!

I know im late to the party, but I've been at every Expo since 2014. It's like a family reunion for me. This will be my first one missed, and that makes me really sad.