Hi!... I'm Rene (kkkreg5)

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06-10-2017, 02:15 AM
kkkreg5

Hi!... I'm Rene (kkkreg5)

I realized today that I never introduced myself here. I jumped right in when I found this forum. My name is Rene G. I'm from San Antonio, TX. My favorite metal band is... Iron Maiden. I've been a fan since 1984. That's a lot in dog years! For those that are interested, my user name comes from the initials of each of my family. 5 being the number of members. NOTHING ELSE... (any resemblance to people, places or things is strictly coincidental). We were supposed to stop at two... that didn't happen...

In '92 we got to meet the band at an after show "meet & greet" when my oldest was 6 months old. My wife threw him on the table and each member signed his t-shirt (still have it). Bruce actually asked if he could hold him. He did, for what seemed like an eternity... (one of the best days of my life). Needless to say been huge fan of Bruce's ever since. I got to take a picture with him in '99 just before the release of Brave New World (profile pic). That was amazing as well.

I stopped playing video games in '94 when I just didn't have the time anymore. I didn't want to pick this one up either but I needed some kind of diversion and I was sucked in... I've been playing everyday since October 2016, even on vacation days! If I don't, I have this sense of letting friends down. I believe that that is what this forum is; friends that have come together from all over the world because of their love for one band. I have some non-forum Troopers and have been thinking of ways to direct them to this forum. They have been great daily players and I'd like to thank them.

Thanks to all the forum members that are fellow Troopers. Your badges have been a great help. Although we've lost a few solid members over the last few months, some have come back and that has been awesome. To the new members, keep playing and checking in here. As you can see, it's always good to meet new people and connect.

There's only one'um... and that's fuck'um... UP THE IRONS!
06-10-2017, 02:24 AM
Askora

Hi Rene, Kevin here, I'm a fellow Texan! I'm in Lubbock and, like you, I've been a Maiden fan since the 80's. Probably why a lot of the older songs are still my favorite.

Pretty awesome that you've gotten to meet the band in person. I've seen them in concert 3 times and would love to see them again, but it won't be this year unfortunately.

I started playing LotB in December and haven't put it down, although I've been tempted a few times because of the bugs.
06-10-2017, 02:29 AM
BG840

Well put Rene. We must've started around the same time. My mom lives in Dallas (cue theme music), but I'm down in SC. Glad to call you a trooper!!

Brandon
06-10-2017, 03:04 AM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by Askora

Hi Rene, Kevin here, I'm a fellow Texan! I'm in Lubbock and, like you, I've been a Maiden fan since the 80's. Probably why a lot of the older songs are still my favorite.

Pretty awesome that you've gotten to meet the band in person. I've seen them in concert 3 times and would love to see them again, but it won't be this year unfortunately.

I started playing LotB in December and haven't put it down, although I've been tempted a few times because of the bugs.

Hey Kevin! June 24 will be my 5 Maiden show. I'm taking my 14 year old to his first concert along with my middle. It will be his 3rd. I'm looking forward to it!
06-10-2017, 03:07 AM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by BG840

Well put Rene. We must've started around the same time. My mom lives in Dallas (cue theme music), but I'm down in SC. Glad to call you a trooper!!

Brandon

I grew up watching that show!! After The Dukes of Hazzard. Friday nights!! Actually got to visit Southfork in the early '00s.
06-10-2017, 03:11 AM
Askora

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Originally Posted by kkkreg5

Hey Kevin! June 24 will be my 5 Maiden show. I'm taking my 14 year old to his first concert along with my middle. It will be his 3rd. I'm looking forward to it!

Cool! They always put on an amazing show. Lucky kids.
06-10-2017, 05:52 AM
BG840

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Originally Posted by kkkreg5

I grew up watching that show!! After The Dukes of Hazzard. Friday nights!! Actually got to visit Southfork in the early '00s.

That's my guilty pleasure I guess. You know JR's secretary seas. 1&2 is Ginger from Gilligan. If I missed the Dukes for any reason I would throw one helluva a tantrum!! Lol
06-10-2017, 09:20 AM
Tridimensionale

Cool presentation Rene! I can see a young Bruce in your avatar now :D

If you have some question about the game here is the guide for newbies. LoL xD http://forum.ironmaidenlegacy.com/sh...er-s-Guide-v-1
06-10-2017, 12:00 PM
Hypnos

Thank you for a nice read. A belated welcome to the forums; hope you have enjoyed your stay thus far. I have a space open on my list if you are a trooper short - just send a request!
06-10-2017, 04:53 PM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by BG840

That's my guilty pleasure I guess. You know JR's secretary seas. 1&2 is Ginger from Gilligan. If I missed the Dukes for any reason I would throw one helluva a tantrum!! Lol

Ha! Didn't now that...

Didn't you hate when Dukes started using toys for their jump stunts...?
06-10-2017, 04:54 PM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by Tridimensionale

Cool presentation Rene! I can see a young Bruce in your avatar now :D

If you have some question about the game here is the guide for newbies. LoL xD http://forum.ironmaidenlegacy.com/sh...er-s-Guide-v-1

Thanks Tri. I should take a look now. Maybe learn a few things...
06-10-2017, 04:55 PM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by Hypnos

Thank you for a nice read. A belated welcome to the forums; hope you have enjoyed your stay thus far. I have a space open on my list if you are a trooper short - just send a request!

Thanks Hypnos. No spots yet, but maybe soon...
06-10-2017, 07:16 PM
IceManFerrar

Hey Rene,
Official "welcome" to the forum...yea, you do need to read the newbie threads, haha. Serves you right for not formally introducing yourself, lol.

Good to read your story and write up...really cool story. I would love to meet Bruce...after yesterday's concert, my wife said that Bruce is like my soul brother...blood brother to be precise. In fact, All of us on this forums are blood brothers...we share the same Iron Maiden blood in our veins.

Have fun in the show and enjoy it...lucky you to have gone for so many concerts. Yesterday's was my first and I hope I get to see them again!

Cheers!
06-10-2017, 08:45 PM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by IceManFerrar

Hey Rene,
Official "welcome" to the forum...yea, you do need to read the newbie threads, haha. Serves you right for not formally introducing yourself, lol.

Good to read your story and write up...really cool story. I would love to meet Bruce...after yesterday's concert, my wife said that Bruce is like my soul brother...blood brother to be precise. In fact, All of us on this forums are blood brothers...we share the same Iron Maiden blood in our veins.

Have fun in the show and enjoy it...lucky you to have gone for so many concerts. Yesterday's was my first and I hope I get to see them again!

Cheers!

Awesome IceMan! Maybe someday I'll read the "newbie" thread...

We're all excited here about the show on the 24th. What did you think of Ghost? Not my cup, but I want to see the "spectacle"...
06-10-2017, 09:22 PM
Crazypants

Pretty sweet story kkkreg5! Always cool to see how Maiden and even just Metal shapes and influences our lives as the years roll on. You were one of my first Troopers and are definitely one of the best.

By the way how was the Heart show?
06-10-2017, 10:15 PM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by Crazypants

Pretty sweet story kkkreg5! Always cool to see how Maiden and even just Metal shapes and influences our lives as the years roll on. You were one of my first Troopers and are definitely one of the best.

By the way how was the Heart show?

Unfortunately, is was only Ann. She still has the voice. It was a great show. Lots of covers, a few originals and a few Heart tunes. The venue was also great. The only draw back, one dumbass got so shit faced that she puked on the couple next to us... what an idiot!!
06-11-2017, 01:28 AM
IceManFerrar

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Originally Posted by kkkreg5

Awesome IceMan! Maybe someday I'll read the "newbie" thread...

We're all excited here about the show on the 24th. What did you think of Ghost? Not my cup, but I want to see the "spectacle"...

Ghost wasn't too bad. Some of the songs were pretty good. Not my cup of tea either, but was a good teaser before Maiden came on stage to kick some a$$!
06-11-2017, 02:29 PM
GotN

Hi Rene (should say my real name now too, it's Michael :D) Graet introduction and incredible story from your oldest! That is what it's all about! Gets more and more fun here with guys like you! Thanks for letting me play your trooper for such a long time now and for all the badges! Keep going and Up The Irons!!! \m/
06-11-2017, 03:14 PM
Ian

Nice post Rene, thanks for sharing and glad to have you as a trooper
06-11-2017, 03:48 PM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by Ian

Nice post Rene, thanks for sharing and glad to have you as a trooper

Thanks Ian. With a few exceptions, forum members are the best!
06-28-2017, 10:39 PM
Warlord

Warlord-1145 play game from the start and also from Texas Fort Worth don't really post much here but join in Nov last year.. Up the Irons
06-28-2017, 11:53 PM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by Warlord

Warlord-1145 play game from the start and also from Texas Fort Worth don't really post much here but join in Nov last year.. Up the Irons

Another Texan! Cool!!
06-29-2017, 01:01 AM
Shifter

Nice post. Up the irons and glad you and I met up for badges a long time ago.

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06-29-2017, 07:41 AM
Peppoah

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For all my Texan Friends. Glad to have you as very reliable troopers.
Thank you for all the badges. I've been to Austin in 96 to visit a friend who studied there. We had such good times on sixth street.
And you have a very good BMX scene, there.
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06-29-2017, 04:14 PM
Scarecrow

Howdy and good to meet you!

Sent you a friend request! sounds like you'd be a good friend in game, and out.
06-29-2017, 04:36 PM
kkkreg5

Hey Scarecrow (Charlotte),

I received your Trooper request, but my list is full at the moment. I'll post in the "find Troopers" thread when I have spots available. Welcome to the club!
06-29-2017, 04:38 PM
kkkreg5

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Originally Posted by Peppoah

For all my Texan Friends. Glad to have you as very reliable troopers.
Thank you for all the badges. I've been to Austin in 96 to visit a friend who studied there. We had such good times on sixth street.
And you have a very good BMX scene, there.
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Awesome shirt Pepp!