American Idol Season 11: My verdict

EDIT: added a video. Feel free to see it. ^^

Throughout its 11 years of existence, American Idol became one of the most popular reality series worldwide. This season 11, it has become more competitive and fierce, with high standards and expectations. Indeed, the pubic had opened its eyes to the potential of contestants who have competed.

During each performance show, there are highs, such as Jessica’s rendition of “Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston. But there are also lows, such as the feedbacks about the imperfections brought upon by the judges. At the elimination nights, it’s always a heart-stopping moment as fans of each contestant watch in anticipation, hoping that their favorites won’t be eliminated. Everyone had their mouths ajar when Jessica Sanchez was declared the lowest and was in danger of going home. Thankfully, the judges had used their save on her.

Over the course of my viewing sessions in Season 11, my favorites had been eliminated one by one. Jermaine, the soulful gentle giant, was disqualified due to criminal records. I definitely pouted when Heejun was sent packing, and I was pissed when Colton’s dream was dashed, because he’s like the next version of James Durbin. As for Skylar and Shanon, it’s just ok.

The finalists: Philip Philips (left) and Jessica Sanchez (right)

Finally, Jessica Sanchez and Philip Philips were the last ones standing during the grand finale. I kept on hoping that history will be made with Jessica being the first Asian to be victorious on that show. But alas, the opposite happened. Philips became the grand winner. My reaction was indeed similar like last season, when Scotty McCreery was chosen instead of Lauren Alaina.


But at least, mine's not ballistic, compared to the reaction of a young kid shown in the video included in this article.

But let’s not forget that each contestant had put so much effort to make it this far. Sure, I’m disappointed that the Filipina didn’t get the top prize, but Philips deserved it as well. I’m sure the pawnshop he’s working on will soon been jam-packed with customers since he became a renowned star.

All in all, it was one hell of a ride. I hope Season 12 will be awesome as well (and hopefully, to have an Asian winner).

Well, now that it’s over, I must continue on my story projects. Till next time, folks!

Cadmus, Cadmus... Should I go there?

I just read the latest post in Alcarcalimo's L2 blog that he'll re-roll in the new server, Cadmus, tomorrow as an Assassin (I'm not sure if he'll be like his dark-haired soon-to-be AW Morfindien, though). Yeah, you heard that right, that means that his Bladedancer will still be in (permanent) hiatus mode, although he'll still use it sparingly from time to time. If you want to read about it, look at the link below:

http://alcartravels.blogspot.com/2008/10/re-rolling-to-cadmus.html

Despite the feeling that I'm excited to try out the new server and to re-roll as a Bladedancer (it was because of the cool dance buffs), I was currently in the state of anxiety. It was because of these reasons:

- My knight has 2 more levels to go before she'll become a Paladin, and I need to ask my HO clanmates for 3m Adena for the sake of completing the shortcut quest.

- My archer has to complete the job change quest to become an Elven Scout.

- I couldn't leave my clanmates behind in Aria, so I had to stay there again after I tried out my new toon in Cadmus.

- I cannot log in tomorrow, for I still have to focus in school, so I'm assuming that he'll be far ahead of me, and it'll be hard for me to catch up with him.

- I'm still thinking of what quests to do for my Kamael Warder.

If that would be the case that he'll leave his characters behind in Aria & that he'll be lavishing the pleasure of starting over in Cadmus and stay there until eternity, then that means our friendship will no longer be crystal clear from now on, with the focus blurred to the point of blindness and I'm not happy about it. I hate to say this and to somewhat offend him, and please pardon me, but I can't help it. If that's what he really wants, so be it. I hope we'll still keep in touch, though... >_<


Gotta go to sleep now... I'm so tired *yawns*...