Updated the FNOTD with a few good entries submitted by Saint Thoth :) Errr.. nothing else new except err.. I'll be at the Cheesecake Factory in Marina Del Rey tonight. If you want to just chat, say hello, or just complain about the JR, feel free to drop by :)

-JP

December 11, 2001 - 8:21pm PST

Got around to putting together a real messageboard instead of that guestbook in disguise :) Sorry for the delay folks, but as usual, I've been a bit busy lately... Anyways, the board might be a a little buggy, but it's better than the guestbook! Err.. have fun with it! :)

-JP

November 30, 2001 - 12:17pm PST

Alright, I've finally done it.. I've enabled logging... so all the criminals out there - beware. :)

-JP

October 31, 2001 - 11:07am PST

Happy Halloween!

Check out my cool Halloween costume! Click. Want to know a scary Halloween fact? I'm not even kidding. :)

-JP

October 29, 2001 - 8:06am PST

Finally you, the people, have the power to make decisions on the Jigglyrooms with the power of Adminmod! Vote people off the island, vote for the next map, see map cycles, times, etc! Also later this week, I'm going to jam another 512 megs of DDR into the server to bring it up to 1 gig of ram! 90% of lag complaints in the Jigglyroom have nothing to do with the server (usually modem related problems) but 10% of the complaints are still legit. This is because the Jigglyroom has a HUGE swap file that it always has to write to. Anyways, this upgrade should squash the swap and you'll get the cleanest TFC experience available today. It'll be smooth like butter on ass. :)

Who loves ya, baby? Jiggly does.

-JP

October 20, 2001 - 9:14pm PST

Updated the FNOTD and err... off to play EQ! :)

-JP

September 25, 2001 - 7:32pm PST

Two updates in one day! Wooo!

Removed the 2nd DoD server and replaced it with a Return to Castle Wolfenstein server! \(^-^)/ Never adminned a Q3 based server, so err.. don't take advantage of poor Jiggly! I won't know what to do!

-JP

September 25, 2001 - 4:45pm PST

Another wonderful HL related nugget from the Shack. Straight from the mouths of the Punkbuster team themselves:

On a sad note to honest players of Counter-Strike and Half-Life mods, we have determined that the current version of PunkBuster cannot be appreciably improved without the direct support of VALVe. We have offered to do business with VALVe on multiple occasions in the way of integrating proven Anti-Cheat technology directly into their games. At this time, we are suspending development of the Half-Life version to focus on game platforms where the developer is willing to support the effort. We sincerely believe that we have had a positive impact on the Half-Life community and we truly appreciate the support of our hundreds of thousands of users. However, from the beginning we have said that we did not want to charge users directly for our product and we intend to abide by that decision. The remaining bugs, problems, issues, etc. with the Half-Life version cannot be addressed properly without direct integration with the game, and at this time, there is no hope of that even being a possibility.

I'd comment on this, but you've all probably heard enough of my valve/cheater ranting. Bah.

-JP

September 23, 2001 - 11:34am PST

Wow, the 1.1.0.8 patch lets me h4x0r j00r computer! Ripped straight from the Shack:

By running the command with around 128 characters it is possible to overflow the buffer and execute arbitrary code. While this problem is on the client side it is still a serious issue, since servers have a function named "g_engfuncs.pfnClientCommand" which allows the server to force clients to execute whatever console command they want. This means that this overflow can be exploited remotely by means of this function. A server administrator could easily easily take advantage of this and exploit clients automatically as they connected to the server.

-JP

September 20, 2001 - 10:51am PST

Updated all the servers with the new patch! Haven't been able to test it out yet, but I hear it's pretty "rad." =)

-JP

September 11, 2001 - 11:47am PST

Unless you live under a rock, I'm sure you've all heard about what happened in NYC/Washington today. Whew. Crazy stuff. Makes you really think about yourself, your loved ones, and the world you live in. Geez...

-JP

September 7, 2001 - 7:40am PST

Due to popular demand, 2 new admins have been brought into the Jigglyroom admin family! They are...
On another note, I'm thinking of shutting down one of the DoD Servers (because of the lack of public interest in the mod lately) and replacing it with another 20 man TFC server! What do you guys think? As they say in EQ, "Send Tells!"

-JP

August 30, 2001 - 11:02am PST

SORRY EVERYONE for not updating for so long! I've been pretty busy lately, so haven't really been able to update this page/reply to mails/play TFC/DOD. Anyways, I've updated the FNOTD, quotes, and server sections. I've noticed lately that there have been quite a few mails about a greater admin presence in the server, so I've gone ahead and created a list of possible admin recruits. Unfortunately, most of the current admins are now either too busy or MIA, so it's time for new blood. =)

NOTE: The IPs of the DoD servers has changed.
The new IPs can be found in the "servers" link to the left.

-JP

August 7, 2001 - 11:40pm PST

In other news, the Simpsons are finally coming to DVD! Woooo! Probably one of the best shows of all time, you can now preorder it here. Ahhh man, I remember the good ol' days when all the 'cool kids' had the simpsons shirts.. then came the knockoff shirts like the 'Rasta Simpsons' and the infamous 'Crack Kills' Simpsons shirt with Bart stuck in some fat chick's butt crack.. haha.. the memories...

Bart: "Go apple!"
Nelson: "Go orange!"
Ralph: "Go banana!"

LOL! :D

-JP

August 6, 2001 - 10:37am PST

Finally got around to updating the FNOTD. Hehehe.. sorry, a combination of jetlag followed by laziness prevented me from doing it earlier... I'll try to keep it up to date from now on =)

-JP

August 6, 2001 - 10:24am PST

Pretty good article about cheating over at Firing Squad. Here's a clip:

Is cheating in computer games the cause of the decline in Western Civilization? No, but it is a symptom of a greater problem. We live in a world where liars and cheats win, and honest people suffer. It makes pessimists out of even the most hopeful of people as it beats down their will. It is an extension of those things that are going wrong with our society, and it confirms that in our heart of hearts, many of us are corruptible and weak. The line between right and wrong is blurred to such a degree that it may never be clearly visible again to many of us. It used to be that doing the right thing for the right reasons was its own reward. But now, the phrase "Nice Guys Finish Last" is starting to ring true for so many of us that we throw our hands up in despair, wondering what went wrong.

Click here for the full story.

-JP

July 31, 2001 - 12:41am PST

Uhhh.. I know I sound like a broken record when I take jabs at Valve like this, but did they fix anything in the last patch?

-JP

July 25, 2001 - 12:14pm PST

Ahhh.. I'm back everyone! Actually, I got back on Friday but I've been jetlagged like mad since then... guess it's hard to sync up when you don't see the sun :P
Anyways, I'd like to thank iroN for adminning the servers while I've been away and the sysadmin group at my company, Digital Island, for watching over the DoD servers. Uhh.. I'll upload pictures later, but have to get back to work... Have fun!

-JP

P.S. DoD players - PLEASE respond if I ask if anyone is causing problems in the DoD servers. I see TKer's all the time, and when I ask for the names and actions of abusive players, NO ONE says anything... it's strange.. I'll be drawn into the server console by tons of angry cursing players, will ask what's going on, and then all the victims fall silent for some reason. I swear, ex-CS players... *mumble mumble* Anyways, I never ban on a hunch, so I need the player's support otherwise the asses run free.

July 13, 2001 - 11:53pm PST

GREETINGS FROM JAPAN! Sorry I haven't been able to answer all your emails lately, but I'm on vacation! Uhh.. It's HOT, and HUMID as hell! Err.. been taking pics, so when I get back, I'll post em :)

-JP

July 11, 2001 - 11:27am PST

Applied patches to servers, did a sloppy job. Sorry bout that. Hope it works.. have to run to the airport now.. running late! Going on vacation.. See you all in 2 weeks! Uhh.. left the servers in good hands.. GTG! ADIOS, AMIGOS!

-JP

July 9, 2001 - 7:37pm PST

To whom this may concern (you all know who you are)-

NO, I won't give my servers to your clan. No, I don't care if you make me your clan's commander/field marshall/general/president/toilet scrubber. TFC veterans of the Jigglyroom know the default answer to this request. Just making this clear to the DoD clans out there. I'm sorry, these servers have/always will be independently owned and operated by the Jigglypuff and friends corporation. I will however, make an exception to the rule if someone can manage to 1.) Rid the planet of CS 2.) Rid the planet of HL and HL mod cheats 3.) Bring back Crystal Pepsi or the A-Team (this includes Hannibal).

Thank you, come again.

-JP

July 7, 2001 - 8:46am PST

Thx for all the input everyone! I think I'll try to update the FNOTD at least once every other day now. Too bad the DoD players can't see it... For some reason, DoD limits the amount of text that can be seen in the motd box. Weird. Oh, and for everyone that was wondering if I would convert one or most of the TFC Jigglyroom(s) into DoD servers - don't worry. I have a new appreciation for TFC players after trying to admin DoD. Man, llama central. Apparently, most DoD players are CS veterans. 'Nuff said.

-JP

July 4, 2001 - 10:51pm PST

Quick question for all the Jigglyroom guests... How many of you actually read the funny name of the day in the motd (message of the day)when you enter the server? I haven't really been updating it lately because I'm not sure if anyone actually takes the time to look at the motd. Just want to hear your thoughts on this... mail me or better yet, voice your opinion in the guest book(the wannabe forum). TIA!

-JP

July 3, 2001 - 9:50am PST

One more DOD server to add to the lineup:

207.155.100.193:27021

Enjoy. :)

-JP

July 1, 2001 - 9:44am PST

Anyone here play DoD? I thought so =). Jigglypuff is proud and honored to bring you... Jigglypuff's DoD Jigglyroom! The same great admin service and low ping you've come to expect in DoD format! Tell a friend!

Oh, btw... almost forgot! The address is: 207.155.100.193:27020 Well... what are you waiting for...? GO!!! :D

-JP

June 29, 2001 - 7:24pm PST

Ripped straight from SpyFX:

Half-Life Version 1.1.0.8
Update Readme
7/02/01

Feature Additions in this Update:
- Spectator proxy added for all mods.
- Voice communication added for all mods.

Bug Fixes in this update:

- Reduced maximum speed that can be obtained using "bunny-hopping"
- Fixed problem with launcher strings being cut off "View Game Info" and "Visit Web Site"
- Fixed a bug where one client could crash the others on a server by changing his name to invalid characters
- Added server chat to the items logged by the engine
- Put quotes around client->name in "status" and "stat" outputs
- Fixed a bug where some players would appear with white skins.
- Added caltrop grenade to the items being logged in TFC
- Fixed players taking a flag, reconnecting, and still appearing with the flag in TFC
- Fixed spy bug where spy could show the scout's skin even after undisguising in TFC
- Added the Tell command to the items being logged on the TFC server
- Put range checking on the "detstart" command (max is 50 seconds) in TFC
- Added code to remove a detpack if it's blocking a door in TFC
- Added code to remove a dispenser if it's blocking a door in TFC
- Added code to remove a sentry gun if it's blocking a door in TFC
- Fixed feigned spies changing teams and not being able to crouch until after they die in TFC
- Fixed TFC players priming a grenade, switching teams and killing their old teammates with the grenade that was dropped when they changed teams
- Fixed bug where feigned spy shows a weapon in his hand in TFC

Wow, that's a lotta bugs. Funny thing is, I've seen all of these bugs in action...

-JP

June 26, 2001 - 3:42pm PST

Due to popular demand, the map rotation for all the Jigglyrooms is now posted in the server section. Booyah.

-JP

June 26, 2001 - 12:47pm PST

Good news! Straight from the infamous Shugashack:

Half-Life updates 1.1.0.7 and 1.1.0.8 will be released in the coming weeks.

Update 1.1.0.7, which contains Deathmatch Classic and introduces new update/downloading functionality, will be issued next week.

Update 1.1.0.8, which contains Voice and the Multicast Spectator technologies, and was previously referred to as 1.1.0.7, will be released in mid July. This update also contains a fix for the GL wall hack, and will be previewed at this week's CPL event in Dallas.

The Voice and Multicast Spectator features will be compatible with all Half-Life Mods, and Valve will be supporting the Mod teams to have these features working immediately in popular HL Mods such as Day of Defeat and more.

Woooo! Way to go Valve! Only 10 months after the hack's introduction! </sarcasm> Imagine how many people have it by now... geez.
Btw, anyone play DoD yet? Pretty addicting stuff.

-JP

June 20, 2001 - 1:36pm PST

The guilty caught in the act. More on the way.

-JP

June 19, 2001 - 7:16pm PST

The witchhunt begins. Some cheaters are going to be escorted off the Jigglyroom. Stay tuned.

-JP

June 15, 2001 - 12:52pm PST

Wow, even the big news organizations are catching on.

-JP

June 12, 2001 - 10:31pm PST

Ever wonder what the mysterious Jigglypuff! looks like? Here's a few behind the scenes pics of me monitoring the Jigglyroom, talking to Jigglyroom visitors, and chilling on my throne. =)

-JP

June 6, 2001 - 6:00pm PST

I know I sound like a broken record when I say this, but cheating has become a serious problem in the TFC/CS scene. I HIGHLY suggest that everyone read this.

-JP

May 28, 2001 - 4:26pm PST

Thinking of shutting down some or maybe all the Jigglyroom servers. Not too fond of Valve's response times (Remember how long it took to fix the speed hack...? That's FAST compared to how long us server admins have to wait for critical updates)when it comes to cheats/hacks/exploits in the HL code. Punkbuster of course is far from perfect and then there's the manadatory clan registry BS. I wish I had more time to watch over the servers, but because I have "real life" responsibilites, I don't. The occasional lamer/cheater doesn't bother me, but there are just too many in the TFC/CS scene. Thinking of switching to Quake3 Fortress instead. I know that Q3 isn't perfect, but it's nowhere near as bad. Ugh. What do you think? Drop me an email.

-JP

May 17, 2001 - 5:38pm PST

[The E3: Day One]

Jigglypuff is proud to bring you... Day One of the E3! Games and the exploitation of women (j/k! ;)... few things in life are this perfect.

-JP

May 14, 2001 - 11:02am PST

E3 THIS WEEK!!! OMG OMG OMG E3 E3 E3!!!

-JP

May 10, 2001 - 2:45pm PST

7...

-JP

May 9, 2001 - 10:46am PST

8 More days til the E3...

-JP

May 7, 2001 - 5:59pm PST

Any clans/individuals planning on attending the E3? Meet Jiggly(ME!), the admins, and other Jigglyroom regulars! Drop Jiggly a email if you're interested. Mmm... Booth Babes. :P~~~

-JP

May 6, 2001 - 7:07pm PST

Added Q3APlug support to the server info section. You can now see the status of all three servers in realtime. Enjoy.

-JP

May 6, 2001 - 8:34am PST

Thought you guys might get a kick out of my quotes file. Can't think of anything else to add... I might be on later today... probably in the third server to promote it. Oh yeah! err.. anyone have any E3 tickets? I'm actually thinking of renting it out for a ticket per day. Hmmm.

-JP

May 5, 2001 - 11:30pm PST

Anyone have any spare E3 tickets? Anyone? Please?

-JP

May 5, 2001 - 10:15pm PST

Funny name of the day list is online. Check it.

-JP