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February 23rd, 2010 
Akul Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties
February 22nd, 2010 Akul 
Age of Empires 3 AD
From renowned real-time strategy developers Ensemble Studios and Big Huge Games, Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties introduces gamers to Asian civilizations and a host of new gameplay features. Experience firsthand the rich and historical influences of Asia while commanding units and expanding your empire in the Eastern world.
In addition to the introduction of playable Asian civilizations to Age of Empires III, the expansion pack provides new content, new ways of winning and trading, random map styles that feature remixes of classic Age of Empires game styles, and the return of Wonders – a favorite gameplay element in Age of Empires II.
From renowned real-time strategy developers Ensemble Studios and Big Huge Games, Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties introduces gamers to Asian civilizations and a host of new gameplay features. Experience firsthand the rich and historical influences of Asia while commanding units and expanding your empire in the Eastern world.
In addition to the introduction of playable Asian civilizations to Age of Empires III, the expansion pack provides new content, new ways of winning and trading, random map styles that feature remixes of classic Age of Empires game styles, and the return of Wonders – a favorite gameplay element in Age of Empires II.
Age of Empires 3 AD
Prepare yourself to experience Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties – the next chapter in the acclaimed Age of Empires III series from Big Huge Games and Ensemble Studios.
The Asian Dynasties brings the triumph and turmoil of some of history’s greatest Asian civilizations to stunning life. Wielding the symbolic power of immense Wonders of the world, lead the armies of China, India or Japan in a struggle for dominance against the European powers, or against each other. Crush opponents with ranks of new military units, such as the Chinese Flame Thrower, the Indian Siege Elephant, or the fierce Japanese Shogun. Or play the role of master diplomat, and befriend your allies at the Consulate, biding your time and building a force of foreign weaponry that will topple your enemies. In Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties, players use the might of the East to bring the world to its knees.
Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties adds three new civilizations, 15 monumental Asian Wonders, the new Export resource, new random maps, three five scenario-campaigns that feature all new Age of Empires III characters, Eastern native tribes, and a wealth of exciting new Home City content.
Explore, conquer and extend your empire as you clash with the invaders on the battlefield and drive them into the sea!
download trial version from:
http://www.microsoft.com/games/pc/age3asiandynasties.aspx#downloads
Street Racer
February 21st, 2010 Akul WHAT IS MAGIC?
January 15th, 2010 Akul 
Magic means different things to different people. For believers in the paranormal, for example, it refers to the manipulation of events, people, and objects through supernatural means to create a desired outcome. This type of magic may involve spells, rituals, charms, and other tools to alter the practitioner’s environment. The word is also used to refer to tricks and sleight of hand which make it seem like things are appearing and disappearing, as though supernaturally.
The concept of magic has been present in human culture for thousands of years. Many cultures had versions of witches, wizards, warlocks, sorcerers, witch doctors, shamans, and other people who could supposedly harness supernatural powers for various tasks. Some religions incorporate a belief in magic, while other religions reject magic as the work of the devil, perhaps because these religions arose in opposition to the traditional practice of magic.
Most cultures assume that in order to practice magic in the supernatural sense, someone must have magical powers. These powers may allow the practitioner to talk to inanimate objects, communicate with the spirits, or harness energy in the spiritual world; beliefs vary, depending on the culture. Practitioners of magic also undergo extensive training to learn how to use their skills, and to learn when the use of magic is appropriate; some cultures also differentiate between white or good magic and black or bad magic.
In the less mystical sense, magic is a discipline in which people learn to physically manipulate their environment to create illusions. Skilled magicians can appear to make flowers bloom in mid-air, cut women in half, conjure rabbits from top hats, escape from sealed tanks, and perform other feats. This practice of magic does not involve the harnessing of supernatural forces; it requires hard, focused work and years of study to be successful.
THE REAPPEARING COIN
January 15th, 2010 Akul 
Effect:
A coin disappears and reappears.
Secret / Trick:
You show a coin in the left hand then perform A French Drop, leaving it in your right hand. Then reach into your left inner jacket pocket and take out a wand, but secretly drop the coin down your left sleeve. It will stop at the elbow. Tap your left hand three times with the wand held in your right, and show that the coin has vanished. While the audience is distracted straighten your left arm and catch the coin when it drops. This can be adapted for many objects and presentations.
