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The 'Meet' ThreadsWhile you can't ask questions in these old threads, you can still read through this archive and get to know a mod or an upstanding member better!
Hey Welcome to Snitchseeker, all that... Anyway, I'm Kristin, and one of your friendly mods of the month, representing August. And I'm writing this at almost 3 am, so excuse any babbling. xD
A little about me and SS: I've been a member here since December 2007, joining upon the suggestion of another member of Snitchseeker who I'd become friends with on Dissendium.com, and been involved here ever since. Starting with the RPs, where I had two terms as the Ravenclaw prefect, then one as Quidditch Captain. And when the Diagon Alley RP started, I joined that as first a shopkeeper assistant at Gringotts, then moved on to shopkeeper of Madame Malkin's, which I still am now, along with the supervisor of the north side of the street. I also am involved in the Ministry RP, as a member of the department of Magical Law Enforcement, and have been the Divination professor in the school RP for the last two terms.
Outside of the RPs, I'm also one of your lovely mods right here in Platform 9 3/4, and I wrote for the site magazine (and was head writer for), Seeker of the Snitch, until it was dissolved fairly recently due to time issues. I'm also the sponsor of the Arthur and Molly Weasley fan club, and am a member of quite a few others.
In case you haven't figured it out by now (or noticed my tag), I'm a bit of an RP addict, but luckily that only began after I was done with schooling. Yes, I am an adult, with a bachelor's degree in art, emphasis in art history. Although, I don't use my degree much, seeing as I'm a lowly sales assistant at the Kohl's near my house. My house where I sadly live with my mother (who doesn't appreciate my being just this side of an insomniac) and my cat, Hermione. I love to write/create the multitude of characters who populate my brain, read (of course), watch television/see movies, draw... I've known how to cross-stitch, crochet and knit for a while now but haven't actually created anything lately...
Now to set you loose. Feel free to ask me anything, and I'll try to answer the best I can. (There are some types of questions I struggle with. Just to warn you) And definitely, have fun and keep aware of the rules. Wouldn't want to start things off on the wrong foot.
Yay for adult college grads! I graduated in 2005, but I am actually way ancienter than that implies. =)
Life drawing was some of my favorite work in art classes, though those 30 second pics kinda threw me - I needed a little more time than that just to orient myself - LOL
I could be persuaded to make some fan arts and post them here (strangely, probably landscapes/buildings more than characters - I love the settings).
Will I be able to upload them here or do I need to put them on Photobucket or something first?
Also, heehee - you've had dogs, do you know a spell that would counteract puppy craziness? I'm going nuts here tonight with a whacky little troublemaking dog. I'm willing to try *anything*
Hi silvertiger (kristin). It's a pleasure to meet a fellow college graduate not using their degree. Can you suggest ways to get the most out of the website?
Hi, I see you want to be costume designer, I am going back to college soon to learn how to use a sewing machine (I'm a really good hand-sewer but it takes forever to do anything big) so I can go to a "How to design and make you own creations course" so I can work from home selling Gothic Lolita style clothes.
Have you ever learned to use a sewing machine?
Hi Just a question about RPG - I've always wanted to dabble in it but I usually chicken out because of the time commitment it seems to require, so my question is - how intense does it get?
Shoe!Girl │ Rebel Ravie │ Confundus Queen │ RP Addict
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Originally Posted by ShadowMarauder
Have you RP'd on any MMORPG's? And are you looking forward to Pottermore do you think it will be similar to the experience on this website?
Honestly? I've only ever RPed in sites like this. Never done any real MMORPGs. And yes, in fact I am looking forward to exploring Pottermore once I'm able to. Although I don't think it'll be quite the same as the SS experience. We actually cover more than just the books here, since SS involves everything even remotely connected to the actors, the books, and even just anything going on out here in RL (as there are discussions about music, other books, movies, etc., as well.).
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Originally Posted by DanTheMan
Hi silvertiger nice to meet you, I have a question.
In your opinion how important the Malfoys are for the Harry potter series?
Nice to meet you as well. And I really don't know. In one way, Draco is almost the exact opposite of Harry, seeing as he has both parents but also a sort of power. And in a way, he could be yet another anti-hero as well, along with Snape. And the entire family shows what could happen when you align yourself with the wrong side and end up regretting your decision.
But then, I'm not really sure that makes sense.
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Originally Posted by ccvetic
Hey Kristin! How do you become a Prefect for you house?
Hi!
It's generally a matter of being active in the RP, and showing that you know how to follow the rules and are generally a good role model for others. Helping people RP better can help as well, but mainly you ned to be active and a good RPer.
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Originally Posted by daners
Hi silvertiger! do you like being the Divination teacher? Is it fun??
Hi
I did like being the Divination professor. It was interesting getting to research vearious topics for lesson plans, and figuring out ways to make them interesting to RPers and their charries. So yes, it is fun, although it takes a lot of work.
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Originally Posted by Josie!!
Where did you get the ideas to found fanclubs?
Well, honestly, I haven't actually founded any FCs, although generally you simply have to think up a valid topic, that doesn't already exist, and then submit the idea. And find someone (a moderator or two) who are willing to sponsor. Every once in a while new FCs are chosen to be incorporated, but the basic beginning is to just get the idea.
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Originally Posted by HJPotter
hey silvertiger is it hard to be quidditch team captain?
It's definitely hard insofar as it takes time. You have to run tryouts, practices, and make sure that you have enough players to form a roster for every match. Not to mention still be somewhat active in the RP, and in one form you act almost the same as a prefect.
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Originally Posted by dragonblade629
Good morrow, Kristin! Is your teacher character the same as you're previous student?
Hello
In fact, no it was not. Mostly because that would be almost impossible, as very few of my former student characters are old enough to be a professor in the RP.
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Originally Posted by Crystal Palace
Hello my friend! I was wondering how you are able to balance SS with real life things?
Hello.
I have no idea. Sometimes I actually think I'm not accomplishing it. But SS is my creative outlet, and half of my ability to actually interact with people, since I don't drive and therefore rarely go out unless it's to work. So I'm not about to go anywhere any time soon.
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Originally Posted by romione17
Hi! I just want to ask you what is your fave HP film ??
Hi!
I really don't know. I love all of them, to be honest. PoA was the first one I ever saw, though (that I remember). And GoF was the first I saw in a theater.
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Originally Posted by Scorpius H. Malfoy
Hi! Nice to meet you!
Have you managed it to register you on Pottermore.com ?
Nice to meet you too
I have. Now I just have to get the welcome email so I can actually explore it.
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Originally Posted by bballgurl119
Hey Silvertiger, nice to meet you! What house are you in?
Nice too meet you. And I'm a Ravenclaw. Here, at least. It seems to change depending on where I am.
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Originally Posted by daena
Do your coworkers know you love HP? I ask because I'm 30 and love HP, and get laughs from my older sister, so in no way would I let any of the people I work with know.
Some of them do. I actually had a conversation with one of my coworkers a few days ago about Pottermore, and she was jealous I was able to register for early entry. But in general I don't go around advertising it.
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Originally Posted by loving_harry_potter
Are you a Pottermore Beta?
Yep.
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Originally Posted by loving_harry_potter
Was Hogwarts fun? XD
Hogwarts is fun. No "was" about it.
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Originally Posted by loving_harry_potter
They have supervisors at Diagon Alley?
They do on SS, but it's mostly an ooc role. We keep an eye out for issues in our section, and are there to field questions if necessary. And we help organize events.
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Originally Posted by mattietraphagan
Has being part of SS made your HP experience more enjoyable? If so, how?! I want to get all I can out of SS!
I think so. At least, it's given me somewhere where I can be around others who are HP fans like I am, and helps me expand that base outside of those who are around me in real life. And gives me an outlet for all the stories in my head.
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Originally Posted by Slytherpuff11
Do you ever lose yourself in the world of Harry Potter?
All the time. The HP universe is much more interesting than my real life
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Originally Posted by lothien
Yay for adult college grads! I graduated in 2005, but I am actually way ancienter than that implies. =)
Life drawing was some of my favorite work in art classes, though those 30 second pics kinda threw me - I needed a little more time than that just to orient myself - LOL
I could be persuaded to make some fan arts and post them here (strangely, probably landscapes/buildings more than characters - I love the settings).
Will I be able to upload them here or do I need to put them on Photobucket or something first?
Also, heehee - you've had dogs, do you know a spell that would counteract puppy craziness? I'm going nuts here tonight with a whacky little troublemaking dog. I'm willing to try *anything*
Yay for more art people! Of any age.
I'm sure people would enjoy seeing whatever you post, and there's actually a section in the Madame Malkin's forum where you can set up a thread for the images. And, while there is the photo album feature in your SS profile, it's generally recommended to just set up a Photobucket account (or any of the image sharing sites)just to streamline and definitely avoid any sort of hotlinking.
And I'm not sure if I can help with the troublemaking puppy. I haven't actually dealt with many of them, but spraying our dog with water whenever he started barking somewhat helped stop that. That's about the only thing I could say, and it might not work for everything.
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Originally Posted by CluelessOwl
Hey Kristen, who's your favourite character and why do you think there important to the series?
Tough question.
I've said before that my favorite character was probably Ginny, or at least she's the character I relate to the most. But her importance? I'm not sure. She definitely gave Harry that one deeper reason to want to save the Wizarding World from Voldemort, and she was always there to support him and help out when needed (and sometimes when she probably shouldn't've.) Plus, she had that link to Voldemort from the incident in CoS, so she could understand what he was going through.
I have no idea if that makes sense, or answers your question, though.
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Originally Posted by PottyAboutPotter
I'm really stuck! I have posted 10 posts but I can't be sorted! What do I do?
You're not the first to have that issue. But anyway... I'm not sure what the problem is, although it could have something to do with the sheer number of people submitting questionnaires. Let me know if the problem is still occurring, and I'll see if I can look into it.
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Originally Posted by DracoMalfoy3
Hi there!
If you were at Hogwarts, what house would be your favourite?
Hi there
Interesting question. I feel closest (sometimes) to Ravenclaw and Gryffindor, seeing as those are the two houses I seem to get sorted into most, but I have parts of myself that connect to all four. Actually, here on SS I consider myself more of a Slytherclaw
If I was actually in Hogwarts, though, I think I'd try to befriend people in all of the houses. I'm just that type of person.
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Originally Posted by machael
Hi silvertiger (kristin). It's a pleasure to meet a fellow college graduate not using their degree. Can you suggest ways to get the most out of the website?
Hi. And I think there are probably more of us around than you'd think.
But anyway, to answer your question, just explore. Don't feel afraid to try anything, talk to anyone. Find the place (or places) where you feel the most comfortable and base yourself there but just go wherever you find interest. pretty much everyone here is willing to include you, help you out, everything.
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Originally Posted by missy1103
How did you get so involved??
I have no idea. It just happened.
But yeah, I never really expected to be this involved when I first joined, but seeing as I’ve always been rather active in the RP, and just altogether around, I think involvement just was spawned from all that. And I enjoy it all.
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Originally Posted by SpiritAsh8
Hi, I see you want to be costume designer, I am going back to college soon to learn how to use a sewing machine (I'm a really good hand-sewer but it takes forever to do anything big) so I can go to a "How to design and make you own creations course" so I can work from home selling Gothic Lolita style clothes.
Have you ever learned to use a sewing machine?
Yay for more creative sewing-type people, and I agree with you when it comes to hand-sewing. It’s amazing when done correctly (and there are still some things that sometimes just look better when hand-sewed. Like blind-stitched hems. ), but it takes forever. I tend to be drawn more to fantasy-type things, though. Medieval, Renaissance... I designed some costumes for “The Tempest” for a project in school. Just the sketches, though, as we weren’t required to actually create them.
But to answer the question, yes. I do know how to use a sewing machine, and even if I didn’t, I’m a quick study.
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Originally Posted by Luap Yelezad
Hi ST,
Do you have yourself,or, do you know someone who has collected all the language versions of the HP books?
Hi
Short answer: no.
Long answer: Still no, but to explain, I own all of the books in English (American publications), and I know a lot of others who have the same. I even know a person who bought two copies of all the books so they could have one copy to save and one to read. But I can’t say I know anyone who owns the books in every language. (Or, if I do, I don’t actually know that fact. )
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Originally Posted by SherryPotter
Hi SilverTiger,
How do you become something like "Quidditch Captain" and what does that mean in real terms?
Hi!
How do you become one? You get selected, after showing people that you deserve the title. By being active in the RP (and obviously participating in Quidditch), and not having any warnings/reasons why you might not be considered. And in real terms, it means you’re one of the people that others look to as an example. Not to mention you have to schedule tryouts and practices, oversee all of them, and manage to wrangle enough players to participate in the Quidditch matches. Also, you end up coordinating and talking to Kay (dementeddeatheater) a lot, as she plays the Quidditch official in the school RP.
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Originally Posted by SlytherClaw546
Hello Did you get into Pottermore
Hi. And yep, I did. Although I haven’t gotten my welcome email yet. :/
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Originally Posted by Pierce
I used to be on Dissendium too! All these years later I find Snitch Seeker. YAY! I used to spend hours on Dissendium <3 Hopefully will here too
More former Dissendium people! We run into each other here all the time, honestly. I think a lot of people from there end up here at one time or another. It’s just not always obvious.
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Originally Posted by HazelStone101
Was it fun to RP as a Prefect and Quidditch captain?
Yes, it definitely was, although it’s fun to RP as anyone, really. Even those who don’t have titles can be involved in things.
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Originally Posted by gurldonteven
Hi Just a question about RPG - I've always wanted to dabble in it but I usually chicken out because of the time commitment it seems to require, so my question is - how intense does it get?
Well that depends on your definition of intense. The plotlines can sometimes get pretty involved, if you concern yourself with that as opposed to just having your character experience Hogwarts (And you can read about some of those in the archives, located in the Hogwarts RPG Information Forum), but in general I don’t think it’s very intense. It all just depends on the RPer, really.
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Originally Posted by PurpleDragon180
hi Kristin! i love your username!!!! im new here. lets be friends?
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Originally Posted by MainEventMan
nice to meet you
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Originally Posted by SnapeEyes
I love that your cat's name is Hermione!!! Brilliant.
I don't so much have a question, but I just wanted to encourage you to cross-stitch a Harry Potter creation!!
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Nice to meet you.
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Originally Posted by protego_totalum
Hey
Your cat is called Hermione? Awesome!
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Originally Posted by potteraddict16
hi a pleasure to meet you and be with you in our wizarding world good day
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Originally Posted by Amy Potter
Hi silvertiger it is so cool you called your cat Hermione!
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Originally Posted by laicikang
hey there silvertiger
=)
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Originally Posted by CincinnatiBengals5
Nice to meet you Silver Tiger
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Originally Posted by Lyra Baenre
hello silver tiger i l m lyra
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Originally Posted by HogwartsIsMyHome
Hey Silvertiger cool name btw
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Originally Posted by Alexandra Prewett
Hello! I love your cat's name
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Originally Posted by nikkinova1
nice to meet you
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Originally Posted by May2as
Nice to meet cha!
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Originally Posted by ChelseaThirteen
Hi Kristin, this place looks awesome
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Originally Posted by Charlie Weasley
Nice to meet you. I'm looking forward to meeting you while we're role playing or we're discussing in the forums especially playing the games on Weasley's Wizarding world
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Originally Posted by xbladespirit5
Hello there! =D
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Originally Posted by PrinceCharmer
Hi! Nice to meet you!
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Originally Posted by DracoLover2611
Hi, Kristin
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Originally Posted by Star Nimbus
ooh, amazing name. I can barely crochet, and I love your cat's name.
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Originally Posted by MahogonyMist195
'Ello, nice to meet you SilverTiger
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Originally Posted by Tamara Potter
Hello guys (:
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Originally Posted by SlytherClaw546
Hello How are you! you seem nice
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Originally Posted by laurajamieson_
hello
It’s nice to meet you all, and I hope you enjoy SS and everything it has to offer.
SnapeEyes: I’d love to cross-stitch something HP related, if someone found a pattern for me.
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Hello, SilverTiger! As you can notice, I'm WolfEye, so we are both wild. I'm also an adult (32) and my (gorgeous) cat is also named Hermione. Let me describe my children: very similar to Harry-Hermione-Ron, they are: Leo, the oldest one (6 years old) is the bravest, the leader and also the smartest and the most special in many ways, he's all white; Hermi, 4 years, is brilliant, mature, represents faithfuly the wisdom of a woman, she's also lovely, sweet, beatiuful and semi-ginger (orange and black), and the youngest one, Zorro (2 years) is semi-ginger (orange and white), playful, funny, and a little shy.
Now, my question is: does JK Rowling interact someway with all of you, the people on SS (the most experienced members)?
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Originally Posted by DraconisAvis
Nice to meet you! I just wanted to say that I have a cat named Hermione too! I thought Crookshanks at first, but with her being a girl and all...
Is there a way we all can post photos of our cats named Hermione? I bet mine is the most beautiful!! haha
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Reason: merging double posts
I noticed you said that you knit on occasion. How did you learn, and do you have any websites or books that were particularly helpful? I'm thinking of attempting to learn.
Meet SilverTiger 
Welcome to Snitchseeker, all that... Anyway, I'm Kristin, and one of your friendly mods of the month, representing August. 
I love to write/create the multitude of characters who populate my brain, read (of course), watch television/see movies, draw... I've known how to cross-stitch, crochet and knit for a while now but haven't actually created anything lately...
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"She's ordinary, and you're special." 
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Hi!
It was interesting getting to research vearious topics for lesson plans, and figuring out ways to make them interesting to RPers and their charries. So yes, it is fun, although it takes a lot of work.
So I'm not about to go anywhere any time soon.
But in general I don't go around advertising it.
I think so. At least, it's given me somewhere where I can be around others who are HP fans like I am, and helps me expand that base outside of those who are around me in real life. And gives me an outlet for all the stories in my head. 
More former Dissendium people! We run into each other here all the time, honestly. I think a lot of people from there end up here at one time or another. It’s just not always obvious.
