Best Highlights Of 2019!

Captain’s log                            Stardate: 20202.2 (Jan 2nd, 2020)

Another year has come to an end, and another has just begun. When the new year is nearing, I’m pretty sure most of you have a long list of resolutions. Somethings which you need to improve on; be manageable, cut away some habits, exercise more, travelling to places you wanna go, learn to cook more, the list goes on.

For me…well honestly speaking, I cannot think of any and haven’t got a clue. People have been asking me this and that is my answer. Though I did finally learn how to cook simple meals, thanks to my wife. I used to be scared of pouring oil into the frying pan as I fear the oil will splattered to my skin…Hahaha!

Still, that is an achievement, so I can learn to cook more in the future. But other than that, I only know that I am trying to be a good husband to my wife. To strengthen our marriage relationship and continue to do our part. To maintain the household, pray for the best and hopefully can achieved our goals; God’s willing.

2019… has been a challenging year for us, indeed. Its been rough, its been tough pushing and punching through the obstacles. Still, we make it through.

But not forgetting the most exciting and treasurable moments I had throughout that 12 months. Here’s are the best highlights of 2019!

 

A 2-Night Getaway on the Genting Dream Cruise
25 Jan – 27 Jan 2019

I have always wanted to set sail on a cruise. Its a vacation like no other; a mobile hotel onto the sea.

So one day, I finally got the chance to set onboard the cruise. Booking via a travel agent, me and my wife set sail for a 2-night getaway onboard the Genting Dream Cruise. On 25th Jan till 27th Jan 2019, from Singapore to Port Klang, Malaysia.

Seriously, its great adventure for us! =)

Superheroes Birthday Bash!
24 Feb 2019

6 superheroes from the volunteer cosplay group, Pause For A Cause (PFC) beam down to Eunos Crescent as we are been invited by Ain Society to celebrate the birthdays of February-born children. Its also part of this month cancer awareness.

Like many other caregiving society, Ain Society had reached out wholeheartedly to help the disadvantaged children and families living to their fullest potentials. They also embarking to helping the cancer patients. So on that day, we are invited to celebrate the birthdays of those kiddy patients born on this month with their families.

The six of us consist of Kamen Rider Drive (Me), Kamen Rider Kickhopper, Captain America, Deadpool and 2 Spiderman of different generations.

 

To Batam!
4 Apr – 5 Apr 2019

I have never been to Batam. One day I got my chance. I had recently booked a two-day stay at this Aston Hotel there. Yes, just a short getaway with my wife and also want to try it out the place since its my first time. In the future, will go for longer days.

I came to know that this Aston Batam Hotel & Residence are one of the newest hotels here. A four-star hotel that comes in a pleasant and stylish designed with 263 rooms divided into 6 room types: Superior, Deluxe, Premier, Family, Suite, 2 and 3 Bedroom apartments. I had choose the deluxe type as our first try out.

 

Anime Matsuri
10 Apr – 16 Apr 2019

An annual anime and Japanese culture known as Anime Matsuri was held for the first time at Bedok Mall from 10 – 16 Apr. Other that the booths selling Japanese stuffs, there will be the Anime Movie Screenings, Live Performances, Cosplay Workshop, Cosplay Meet & Greet, DJ Performance and Cosplay Competition.

Most excited one will be on the 14th, where the Cosplay Competition was held. After  thinking much about it, I decided to take part into it as Kamen Rider Drive.

Well, here I go. DRIVE!!! TYPE SPEED!!!

In less than a minute, I’m done. Finally, the judges had made their decision and ready to announced the three winners.

And guess what. I did not win…

But that’s ok. I accept it. At least I’ve try, and also the fact that my wife encouraged me to give it a go. She has been very supportive and I’m still a winner in her eyes. Thank you dear! Love ya! =)

 

Cosfest XVIII
20 July – 21 July 2019

Usually held at D’Marquee @ Downtown East Pasir Ris, the Cosplay event is arguable one of the largest known events in Singapore. Welcoming hundreds of cosplayers dressing in their favourite characters, either from Anime or Western alike.

Sunday itself is something special, cause its features a DC showcase run and I had taken part as Batman Beyond. One of the reasons why I’m there and since I owned the suit, why not take part? It will be an experience! Besides, I had been on stage many times so I know how the feeling is like! =D

 

Music For A Cause
3 Aug – 4 Aug 2019

Our friendly cosplay volunteer group, Pause For A Cause (PFAC) was invited to be part of Singapore’s Social Cause Music Festival, Music For A Cause 2019. Taken place at Sports Hub, OCBC Arena Park from 3rd – 4th August, it features 13 local bands supporting various social causes.

I cos as Kamen Rider Drive and came for only day 2. Also, its just right for me to test out my new KR Drive helmet which is made from resin, compare to my old one which is made from foam. Most impressive of it, it had LED lights within the corners of the visor and the centre part of the helmet. Perfect time to test it out!

 

Kids Day Out At Canopy Park!
27 Aug 2019

On Aug 27th, 3 of us cosplayers from Pause For A Cause came down to the majestic Jewel Changi Airport where we are invited by Capelle Consultants whom are bringing about 66 children with special needs from Rainbow Centre.

So on that day, they have the kids to enjoy at the brand new Canopy Park inside Jewel. To add more fun, we are there to keep them entertained and having their photo taken with us.

I decided to come in my newly suit which is the Red Ranger Sentry. Also known as Tyrannosaurus Sentry, who appeared in the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers comic book series published by Boom! Studios. Also appeared in the 2018 crossover comic book “Shattered Grid” which was based on the Power Rangers franchise.

The other 2 cosplayers joining me were Red Ranger Female Samurai and Spiderman from Homecoming. As we were told, the kids aged range from 13 – 15 years old. As we are aware of their reactions and behaviour, we are to treat them as gently as we could, as equal to how the caregivers care and love them.

 

Malam Escape – Impact Cosplay Showdown
16 Nov 2019

On Nov 16th, I had taken part in a cosplay competition which is situated at Woodlands in a night market. Yes, its part of a night market, or what we locals called it as Pasar Malam. Located next to ACE The Place CC (Community Centre), residents are in for a treat at this Pasar Malam known as Malam Escape.

A cosplay competition, known as Impact Cosplay Showdown is taking place there. One of my friends happened to be the host there, and he had announced in Facebook, that the cosplay part will be held on the 2nd, 9th and 16th November respectively. The response was overwhelming.

I donned in my Tyrannosaurus Sentry, and walked away as 3rd place and received awesome action figures worth $70 in total.

I had taken part in several cosplay competition, and never in my cosplay life I had won something awesome. Even in 3rd place, I was very thankful =)

 

Action On Armenian Street!
24 Nov 2019

On Nov 24th, me and few friends suit up in our best characters and head out to Armenian Street where we are part of the Singapore Media Festival (SMF). Its also in collaboration with the upcoming Singapore Comic Con (7th – 8th Dec) as one of the participating events.

Four of us; Tyrannosaurus Sentry (Me), Kamen Rider Ichigo (Powered-Up version), Kamen Rider Zi-O II and Ultraman Ace marched down the SMF Festival Village. Entertaining the public from all walks of life, the events people, and especially the kids!

 

AFA 2019
29 Nov – 1 Dec 2019

One of the largest J-Pop culture is back again and hit across the exhibition halls at Suntec City Convention Centre. So for those who are into Japanese pop-culture or anything made from Japan, this treat is just for you.

Once again I suit up in my newly Tyrannosaurus Sentry. As usual like every year on this event, for those us donned as any heroic or villain character from Super Sentai/Power Rangers or Kamen Rider, regardless whether in full suit or civilian type, were invited for a mass group photoshoot. The more the better. We will shoot at the best areas, starting from the Suntec Skygarden, infront of the big screen at level 1 lobby and lastly at the Fountain of Wealth.

Majority of us attended on the 2nd day of the event, and is the best day for everyone to get together.

 

Visit To KKH
2 Dec 2019

On Dec 2nd, 2019, Pause For A Cause was once again invited to KKH, to meet and bring the smiles to the boys and girls who were warded there. It has bring much attention, that this is one of the most heartwarming care-giving event ever been proposed. We are there for a special purpose: To deliver moments of happiness and cheering up those hundreds of sick children at the said hospital.

*Note: We regret to inform we will not disclose any of the photos taken with kids, as to respect their families. Thank you for your understanding.

So like the usual we always did; dropped by each selected children wards and makes them their day. Seeing their faces lighten up upon seeing our presence does makes our day too. It was priceless!

We also visited those few registration areas within the hospital, even the fitness centre.

 

So there you have it. These are the best moments that I have been through that 12 months. Looking ahead to the new year. Hopefully, I will be able to commit and be manageable at times, God’s willing.

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!

 

Another Meaningful Visit!

Captain’s log                                    Stardate: 20190.4 (Dec 4th, 2019)

On Dec 2nd, 2019, Pause For A Cause was once again invited to Kandang Kerbau Hospital (KKH), to meet and bring the smiles to the boys and girls who were warded there. It has bring much attention, that this is one of the most heartwarming care-giving event ever been proposed. We are there for a special purpose: To deliver moments of happiness and cheering up those hundreds of sick children at the said hospital.

*Note: We regret to inform we will not disclose any of the photos taken with kids, as to respect their families. Thank you for your understanding.

Dressed in my Tyrannosaurus Sentry, I joined the gang that consist of 5 of us to surprise the kids. And speaking of my Tyrannosaurus Sentry, notice lately that I have been in this character the whole stretch? From the Malam Escape event >> SMF event >> AFA 2019 and KKH visit. Really back to back! All the way to the end! Hahaha! Nevertheless its worth it. Really had fun in it =)

So like the usual we always did; dropped by each selected children wards and makes them their day. Seeing their faces lighten up upon seeing our presence does makes our day too. It was priceless!

We also visited those few registration areas within the hospital, even the fitness centre.

These are the few photos taken so far during the tour. Just us in it, cause as mentioned earlier due to privacy concerns. But you can see that satisfactory from us knowing that we make the children and their families their day. Many thanks to our friend in taking the photos =)

Taken by my wifey.. =P

Keep fit and stay in shape. Even when you are in suit!

 

Even my wife who followed me on that day as a minder couldn’t agreed more. Not only being a minder, she is also being very supportive. She finds it very meaningful. Now she know why I like such hospital visits =)

It lasted about 2 hours. A very fun and fulfilling 2 hours worth visit! I had done this a countless times and its never regrettable. Its always being wonderful to be part of the group that brings happiness and cheers to the real superheroes!

No doubt there will be more hospital visits in the future, and I hope I am free to be part of it again.

Cheers!!!!!! 

 

 

 

 

 

AFA 2019

Captain’s log                                      Stardate: 20191.0 (Dec 01, 2019)

One of the largest J-Pop culture is back again and hit across the exhibition halls at Suntec City Convention Centre. So for those who are into Japanese pop-culture or anything made from Japan, this treat is just for you. Event lasted for three days; from 29 Nov – 1 Dec 2019. Nothing much else to add cause you fans know what you are drooling for! =D

Once again I suit up in my newly Tyrannosaurus Sentry. As usual like every year on this event, for those us donned as any heroic or villain character from Super Sentai/Power Rangers or Kamen Rider, regardless whether in full suit or civilian type, were invited for a mass group photoshoot. The more the better. We will shoot at the best areas, starting from the Suntec Skygarden, infront of the big screen at level 1 lobby and lastly at the Fountain of Wealth.

Majority of us attended on the 2nd day of the event, and is the best day for everyone to get together.

I let these awesome photos do the rest of the talking. Most of the photos were taken by friends. Many credits to them =)

 

What universe is this!??

 

What an epic photoshoot. No doubt we gonna do this again for the next year and so forth!

HENSHIN!!!!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wander Till You Are Lost!

Captain’s log                              Stardate: 20191.0 (Dec 01, 2019)

My wife intro me this lounge via Facebook. Its a Muslim-Owned Lounge situated on the rooftop of Realty Centre right in the heart of Central Business District (CBD). Known as Wanderlost Lounge and officially opened in Dec 2018.

I came to know there used to be bar situated there, known as the Atap Bar which was temporarily closed. The staff there are the same people who runs Wanderlost Lounge now.

What’s really interesting is that Wanderlost Lounge served cocktails that are inspired by popular shows and books we grew up reading or watching. For example, Alice In Wonderland, The Ugly Duckling, Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone. Yes! You Potter fans would love to try this drink! Just nice for my wife as she loves Harry Potter. Since its a Muslim-Owned, all the cocktails are non-alcoholic.

The place opened late at 5pm, so its best you make a reservation.

The place was really cozy, and there are plants decorated near to the walls and inside glass cabinets. Some seating areas comes with sofas. Not only its cozy; its really cozy ambience and very creatively decorated!

 

 

A view of the skyscrapers

 

About 15 mins later, our Wanderlost dinner and drinks arrived. We ordered the BBQ Mesquite Chicken Chop, Buffalo Chicken Drumlets and Salmon With Potato Wedges. The drinks is Manjo Juice and Harry Potter drink for my wife. Its a small drink that came in a glass globe. Most exciting part was the smoke and bubbling effect that came right out of it. Intriguing!

 

The Harry Potter and the Philosopher Stone drink. She looked like a Fortune Teller! =D

Seriously, not bad!

Yummm! 

 

Wanderlost Lounge is definitely a great place to chill out, especially if you are in for their delightful cocktails that came right out from a fairytale. I recommend that you go after 7pm, where you can seat back and gazed at the night sky outside the lounge, despite having the skyscrapers surrounding it. I have no issue with that as I will definitely came back.

 

Its raining that day. Imagine if it was taken at night…

Inspired by the phrase “Not All Those Who Wander Are Lost,” a line from J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings poem “All That is Gold Does Not Glitter.”

 

The food is really good and the staff is friendly. Though the cost is kinda pricey. So be sure to have sufficient cash with you before coming here.

Since its at the rooftop, it can be a little complicated in finding it. Let me direct you, as based on the info via its website.

If you are taking a cab, you can dropped by at 15 Enggor Street. If you are driving, you can park along Enggor street or Bernam Street. If parking is full, you can park inside 100am Mall which is just opposite.

If you are taking the MRT, stop at Tanjong Pagar station and take exit A. You can exit at exit C also, as how we had taken.

​Once you arrive at Realty Centre, you can take the lift at the front of the building, with the building’s name right at the side. Or you can go to the back of this building by crossing the grass patch to find the back entrance. You will see a carpark entrance. Now, make your way up the slope. There’s a friendly Security officer on duty there. If you’re not sure of which level the Lounge is, you can asked him. He be happy to direct you.

Take the elevator up to 11th floor. Then take 1 floor up the stairs to reach Wanderlost Lounge.

 

You will see this door. And you have reach your destination.

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From Monday – Thursday, it opens from 5.30pm – 11.30pm.
From Friday & Saturday, it opens from 5.00pm – 1.00am.
Closed on Sunday.

So now that you have this information, go wander and get lost! —- Taken from its website. Indeed, me and my wife were nearly lost!

So, if you got nowhere to go or got nothing better do to on the weekend (or weekday), grab your friends or families and head over to this Halal Mixologist place, the Wanderlost Lounge for an undisturbed chillout session.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Action On Armenian Street!

Captain’s log                                 Stardate: 20192.5 (Nov 25th, 2019)

On Nov 24th, me and few friends suit up in our best characters and head out to Armenian Street where we are part of the Singapore Media Festival (SMF). Its also in collaboration with the upcoming Singapore Comic Con (7th – 8th Dec) as one of the participating events.

Four of us; Tyrannosaurus Sentry (Me), Kamen Rider Ichigo (Powered-Up version), Kamen Rider Zi-O II and Ultraman Ace marched down the SMF Festival Village. Entertaining the public from all walks of life, the events people, and especially the kids!

Talk about the Festival Village, it hosted awesome events such as cinematic experiences, workshops and masterclasses, immersive AR and VR showcases, live performances, meet-and-greet sessions, food, games and other fun-filled activities to keep you entertained. And we are there to add in to the dazzle and fun!

I let these awesome photos do the rest of the talking. Thanks to my dear wife and two of my friends for the photos taken =)

My wife there with her badass Tyrannosaurus Sentry hubby! =D

 

From Class 95! 

 

The Singapore Comic Con booth!

 

Despite the rain, we still managed to entertained the people there for few hours. Worth the hours spend!

 

 

 

Malam Escape – Impact Cosplay Showdown!

Captain’s log                                   Stardate: 20191.9 (Nov 19th, 2019)

On Nov 16th, I had taken part in a cosplay competition which is situated at Woodlands in a night market. Yes, its part of a night market, or what we locals called it as Pasar Malam. Located next to ACE The Place CC (Community Centre), residents are in for a treat at this Pasar Malam known as Malam Escape (Escape Night… sort off).

Till Nov 17, it offers a wide variety of delights; live music, carnival riders, games and mouth-watering street food. With such a relaxing ambience, its definitely the place to have a splendid chill night out with family and friends.

As mentioned earlier, other than those dazzling delights, there’s even a cosplay competition taking place. Known as Impact Cosplay Showdown! One of my friends happened to be the host there, and he had announced in Facebook, that the cosplay part will be held on the 2nd, 9th and 16th November respectively. The response was overwhelming. Thankfully I was not working on the 16th, and so I make use of my off day for something worthy.

 

 

I donned into my newly Tyrannosaurus Sentry (Red Ranger type) and joined the others for the competition. According to my friend, this is the first time a cosplay actually taken place in such a Pasar Malam. So you see, this ain’t your typical type of night market. This new concept will add on to the excitement than just the delights, games and rides. Kids will definitely loved it! There’s 13 of us, all colourful and bright from different various of characters and we are all excited for the competition.

Not only acting as the host, my friend Syed will also suit up as Deathstroke. He will asked us few simple questions while on stage after we done with 3 poses. Followed by the final pose after the last question is done. There will be 2 judges observing us and will decide who will be the final 3 cosplayers left on stage.

 

The man of the house, as Deathstroke!

 

Some awesome shots before the competition starts.

 

Finally its time. Each of us when up the small stage and gave our very best poses to the audience.

 

Photo credits to my dear wife who was there with me and from few friends. The Brave, The Bold, The Beautiful, The Beauty..

 

Soon its done, and its up to the judges to decide who will be the 3 winners. 1st place will received $200, 2nd place will received $100 and 3rd place will be given some awesome action figures worth $70. The rest of the contestants will received consolation prizes. You will still get something worth eventually.

Consolation prizes was given out to 10 cosplayers, until only 3 of us were left on stage.

And I happened to be one of them.

Ok… this is unexpected….

And here it goes… I win 3rd place.

Little did I expect to be chosen as 3rd place and bring home some awesome action figures!

 

Awesome toys! Action figures from DC Comics and from Blizzard’s World Of Warcraft!

 

I had taken part in several cosplay competition, and never in my cosplay life I had won something awesome. Even in 3rd place, I was very thankful =)

 

Also, congratulations to Nutalie Tang Ci-En for 2nd place and Taiki Shimizu for 1st place! (I did not know their actual names, so had to take as based as how they identified themselves in their Facebook).

 

And not forgetting, to all the cosplayers involved. You guys did an awesome performance and still a winner! Most important its our dedication and love for cosplay, and the fun we have. Also, nice to know some new cosfriends. The people there, the kids, especially the kids, were thrilled! Indeed we all have a good time and managed to make it as a memorable event!

Once again many many thanks to Syed and his team, and from the awesome team from Impact Music and Entertainment. To the organiser, Corpbiz Pte Ltd, Association Of Comic Artist & Comicsnaut. Not to mention, our judges, Mr Zell and Mr Nik PMC. Its an awesome Pasar Malam we ever have!

 

A picture to remember of.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Put On A Happy Face…. =)

Captain’s log                                  Stardate: 20191.6 (Oct 16, 2019)

Some of you may wished whether there could be a standalone film for your most favourite villain. I’m pretty sure some of you did. Infact, there is quite a number where you can finally see how they become bad, even into a psycho. It shows their origin story before they become to be the antagonist of that particular show or film. For this case, its about one of Batman’s famous archenemy, the Joker.

He finally get his own standalone film and this I got to see!

 

Takes place in 1981 Gotham City, you see Arthur Fleck, who works as a party clown. Gotham is widespread with crime and unemployment, leaving segments of the population in disarray and disenfranchised. Pre-Batman that is. Arthur is suffering from PBA (Psendobulbar Effect), a disorder that causes him to laugh uncontrollable and inappropriate laughing or crying. Due to this, he depends on social services for medication.

 

Not that just, he tries to seek connection as he walks the streets of Gotham City. His life is a complete failure, as he see himself as one. He gets bullied, mocked at, beaten up, been humiliated, isolated. He feels like he’s forever alone, an outcast to society. He feels like nobody wants him around anymore.

I really feel him… I know how it feels… Been there.

Eventually, this depression lets him to a slow descent into madness as he transforms into the criminal mastermind known as the Joker.

There’s been some mixed reviews about the movie, as I came to know after reading it online and some in Facebook. Its only been a matter of days since the movie starts and already its stirring up controversy.

Many people had pointed out the movie is “so dark” and “too disturbing” that forces them to walk out of the theatres.

Before he became the criminal mastermind we all know him as, we see him as a failed standup comedian. As mentioned earlier, he suffered from that disorder that causes him to laugh at inappropriate times. Due to that, he often land himself into trouble. Worse, with him been bullied, humiliated and all that eventually turned his life upside down into madness and makes him into that clown-faced criminal.

That explains why those people were left terrified while watching. Too mentally disturbing, or either way they may have experience themselves before or know of someone who had gone through this emotional path.

But from another point of view, there will be others who praised the movie for shedding light on the struggles of living with such mental illness. Still, everybody is entitled to their opinions. Doesn’t mean such feedbacks will stop you from watching it. If you are a fan of the Joker, why wasted it?

 

Though provoking, to me the very least, I do find the movie truly fascinating. Every line, scene, there is meaning behind all that. It does makes me think a lot about what goes through the mind of someone who been through so much suffering in life. So much that his mentality had driven him insane and ended up becoming a psychopathic murderer in the streets of crime-ridden Gotham City.

At the point of the scene where he was feeling so depressed, I really feel his pain. I really do. I had such experience before where you feel like everybody hates you. You feel like you are nothing. Hopeless.

Worse, there are some who decides to commit suicide. They would rather die than to live with horrible nightmare. Those who once faced such depression or went through this harsh journey in their lives before will understand better. Infact, this is what happens to society nowadays. I can relate this. The feeling is very real.

Still, its a well-deserved movie. I am very impressed with Joaquin Phoenix as the Joker. He really nailed it! Great performance. Almost as great as Jack Nicholson himself. The kind of Joker we wanted to see.

Joker is a brutal, dark and compelling origin story of a man’s painful journey to self destruction. If you had one of those emotions or can’t bear to see such pain, its advisable not to watch. But that doesn’t mean you can’t. Your choice.

Or else, simply put on a happy face and watch it.

Oh yeah, you’ll get to witness the death of that hero’s parents all over again in the alley….

 

 

 

 

 

 

IT Return…..

Captain’s log                               Stardate: 20192.4 (Sep 24rd, 2019) 

The moment I saw that horror movie poster, I just had to watch it!

Remember IT? I mean, IT. Yes, that predatory shapeshifer who takes the form of a clown. Based on Stephen King’s novel “IT”, this evil entity exploits the fears and phobics of its victims to disguise itself while hunting its prey. More of preying towards young children. It will take the form of a sadistic but darkly comedic clown and its name is Pennywise.

 

There’s this group of kids who called themselves the Losers Club who discovered the clown and vowed to kill him by any means necessary. The series takes place on two different timelines; one happened in 1960 when they were still kids. The other in 1990, where they had grew up and putting an end to that horrible thing as they had promised when they were kids.

When we were young…..

 

Now came IT Chapter II, which is the sequel to 2017 film “IT”. Also retroactively known as IT Chapter I. It follow from the original IT miniseries back in 1990. I did not watch Chapter I, but I was aware it was a remake of the original version. So Chapter II happened to be a remake following the sequel, where the Losers Club had grew up.

Most children scared of clowns. Yes? No? Well, that’s what Stephen King had stated in his interview after he asked himself what scares kids “more than anything else in the world”. Makes sense.

27 years later after the horrifying events from Chapter I, the Losers Club reunites at a Chinese restaurant in their childhood town. Except for one, who did not showed up…

27 years later…..

 

It begins when one of the Losers Club member who have been living there throughout his life, overhears an incident on a police scanner. He immediately rushed to the scene. That’s where he realised. IT has returned.

Slowly, the group begins to recall haunting memories, disturbing vision and were terrified by it. But as been reminded and convince by one of the members who realised the returning of IT, and where IT came from and how to destroyed IT, they had to remained here and kill IT once and for all. This is also the promise they had made 27 years ago to finish the deed of killing IT.

Compare to the original, the remake is more more terrifying, brutal, let alone too many jump scares. Not to mention, Pennywise the Clown. In the original, IT appeared like any other normal clown you will find in a circus. Its remake, Pennywise is one hell of a badass freak! Its more scarier, and the way I see it, you are actually looking at this actual being rather than its disguise as a clown.

Which one is the most frightening?

 

The effects were scary shit! Still, the remake of Pennywise does delivered his own worst nightmare to a whole new generation. You are really looking at its inner demon version of himself this time. That is not the only differences, I noticed. No doubt its a remake, there is some changes, kinda like add-ons that I don’t think I remember seeing them from the original. Hmmm…perhaps so, maybe I was wrong. Long time never see the original though.

Still, this is a step up of gore, violence and grotesque horror from the first IT. Also some pretty good laughs in-between the suspense. At the same time, the movie teaches you the value of friendship and the promise, that very deed that must be done.

Looking back from the start where the poor boy was dragged into the drain by the evil clown after his paper boat felled in. And his elder brother feeling grief, guilty, blaming himself for his brother’s death become so obsessed in finding him. Having learn that more kids are disappearing, he and his Losers gang embarked on this quest in search of that ancient monster.

My conclusion: The original was great. The remake was still considered the best of Stephen King’s adaption so far. I had a fantastic scary experience at the movie. Its a nearly three hours long movie but its worth a frightful one for me.

So if you are a fan of horror movies that feature evil clowns or big fans of Stephen King, then this movie suits you. I don’t think I can ever look at clowns the same way again. Or red balloons when they hovered across the air…..

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chix Served With Style!

Captain’s log                            Stardate: 20199.2 (Sep 2, 2019)

Recently my wife intro me to this fast food restaurant located along Jalan Pisang which is in the heart of Arab street. Those who frequently travel into this little Middle East, you will know is a food paradise that can filled to your heart’s content.

Known as Chix Hot Chicken, the restaurant served mouth-watering Nashville-style fried chicken. Best part is, it was owned by 1st Singapore’s Idol Winner, Taufik Batisah. He can sing, can act, now can even sell chicken!

This Muslim-owned eatery is a partnership with Bober Ismail who was Taufik’s good friend. I’ll bet you girls, particularly his fans will drool more at him than the chickens served on your plate. Right??

Seeing how good the feedback were, me and my wife decided to get the taste of it. Especially my wife. She meant the chicken, not Taufik. 

I think…

The restaurant is nestled along the side of Jalan Pisang. The interior is narrow, can fit about 10 – 12 tables. There are more seats available outside should it gets crowded or for those who prefer to dine in the open. Entire place is all antique style and funny cartoon pictures were frame on the wall. How cute!

 

There wasn’t much on the menu. But what they served can already make you drool.

 

We order “The Melt” which is actually a sandwich that is fried, dusted and loaded with cheese! Yes I love cheese! Highly recommended by the boss too!

And we also order the Wings, and you can pick your choice of heat: Mild, Medium, Hot or Insane.

We choose “Medium”. We are not keen on the “Insane” part. Not just yet. You can try it out if you are one of those “out of this world” food lover type.

Our menu finally arrived and we immediately dig in!

 

I’ve seen how that Singapore Idol Taufik stretch out “The Melt” sandwich. So I decided to try it out!

Yeah! Look at that amount of that gooey cheesy melting cheese!

 

I love cheese. And this one is just insane. Yes to me, this MELT is insane! Not only it was stuffed with the oozy melted cheese, it even comes with a cheesy crust that crunches with every bite.

 

Next is the Wings. At first glance, its looks like those normal chicken wings that you would cooked at home. It was entirely sprinkled with a heavy application of some pepper, just to give you that level of spiciness. Once bite, and you will spice up for life!

It even comes with a decent sambal or chill, for you to spice it up even more if you can still take it. This is what they meant by Nashville-style chicken and what they are known for.

Not just the sambal. There’s even a load of white bread served beneath the chickens. I wonder why.. Well, we wouldn’t want to waste that and gobble that down too =D

Think KFC has got what it takes? Try Nashville-style country chicken then. Spicy as what it is, but worth your money. I will definitely headed back there to try the rest.

Location is at 1 Jalan Pisang and very near to the Sultan Mosque. Opens from Monday to Saturday and closes on Sunday.

Monday – Thursday from 11am to 11pm.
Friday – Saturday from 11am to 12am.

We did not see Taufik when we were there. Probably busy in his office or elsewhere. Maybe you can get the chance to see him when you go there. Who knows =P

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kids Day Out At Canopy Park!

Captain’s log                                Stardate: 20199.8 (Aug 29th, 2019)

Giving as much happiness to the special kids in need really taught me a valuable lesson as to appreciate who we are and how fortunate that we are. Cause there are others who is not so fortunate.

On Aug 27th, 3 of us cosplayers from Pause For A Cause came down to the majestic Jewel Changi Airport where we are invited by Capelle Consultants whom are bringing about 66 children with special needs from Rainbow Centre.

Rainbow Centre is one of those social service organisation where they catered to infants, children and youths with special needs. Whereby Capelle Consultants, as based on their website is an intergrated achieve excellence place.

So on that day, they have the kids to enjoy at the brand new Canopy Park inside Jewel. To add more fun, we are there to keep them entertained and having their photo taken with us.

I decided to come in my newly suit which is the Red Ranger Sentry. Also known as Tyrannosaurus Sentry, who appeared in the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers comic book series published by Boom! Studios. Also appeared in the 2018 crossover comic book “Shattered Grid” which was based on the Power Rangers franchise. This Tyrannosaurus Sentry came as a dozen and were a special class of foot soldiers who enforced the order of Lord Drakkon who is the evil Tommy Oliver himself in the dystopia alternate universe which he rules.

There is also other Ranger sentries found is this alternate universe. You can google to find out more about Shattered Grid and the sentries. Interesting stuff.

 

Loving the cape, especially. I feel like a king!

The other 2 cosplayers joining me were Red Ranger Female Samurai and Spiderman from Homecoming. We will be stationed at level 5 were the Canopy attraction is and where the kids will be. As what I was told, the kids aged range from 13 – 15 years old. As we are aware of their reactions and behaviour, we are to treat them as gently as we could, as equal to how the caregivers care and love them.

Ready to make the kids their day!

 

The handsome photos below will tell you how the wonderful day has been.

*As to respect the rights and privacy for the children with special needs, no photos of them shall be disclosed.

The smoke effects were just right!

 

Its a heart warming event to be treasured. I had commit to such events many times and it will left me to wept in tears behind my Red Ranger helmet.

As mentioned earlier at the start of my blog, such meaningful events had taught me a valuable lesson to appreciate things in life. There are others like these loving children who are not normal, but deserved to be treated like a normal child and to give them the love and attention they need. Like the caregivers, we are there for them, care for them as much as we can. 

Lastly, we would like to thank the people of Capelle Consultants and Rainbow Centre for giving us the opportunity to be part of this meaningful event. We really appreciate very much and hope can collaborate again in the future.

 

And to my dearest wife, thank you for being there to help out. Though you did not cosplay, but you already see how meaningful such event was than just normal cosplaying. Wish you could be the Yellow Ranger though…=D

My Red Ranger Samurai friend says; it takes much effort, much patience to walk with such kids for the long term and its really no easy feet.

Overall, its the caregivers who had did such an extensive dedication to put their heart and soul into action.

They are the real heroes….