phart010 | 1,707 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 (edited) All respect to George Floyd. THIS THREAD IS NOT BEING POLITICAL OR DEBATING RIGHT OR WRONG ABOUT THE PROTESTS.. But fact is that there’s lots of break-ins and looting happening right now. Seems to be consolidated to mostly businesses in downtown areas right now.. I happen to know some people who have personally been affected in my downtown area (which I would have never expected in my city). I’m thinking that a lot of people are getting a taste of looting for the first time right now, and worry if the unemployment situation doesn’t improve fast, the situation might perpetuate and spread beyond the cities. Is anyone considering pre-emptively selling off their gaming goods as a safeguard against looting? Edited June 1, 2020 by phart010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeppelin03 | 314 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 (edited) Preparedness is something I have been thinking about more these last few months. Between Covid and the riots there is plenty going on. I had to take a different route home because the city was under curfew and many routes downtown had police blocks. With that said I wouldn't be selling anything unless the funds were needed for the safety and security of my household. Still far from that being needed. Edited June 1, 2020 by zeppelin03 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed Rothchild | 9,544 Editorials Team · Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 No. I live in Montana. We're all heavily armed. No one is dumb enough to try that shit here. 3 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Estil | 1,265 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 I honestly don't get the point of all the rioting...the culprit was caught red, eh, "kneed"? Instantly he and his buddies were fired, and he's facing and is all but ensured of a conviction of the most serious charge the law allows. So why is this much rioting going on anyway? This is making the Rodney King rioting look like a few couch fires...and at least for that one their motives kinda made sense (it most definitely does NOT make what the rioters did right; then or now)! Even as a then 12 year old, I saw the Rodney King beating tape like everyone else and just couldn't for the life of me understand how the cops got off scot free. I mean, what did the jury see the public did not? Just so there's no confusion, and I hope I explained the above right, I don't want any misunderstandings...there is NO excuse for any of this rioting and it won't do anyone any good...and I bet they're being not-so-mindful of that whole social distancing thing.... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulpa | 3,509 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 24 minutes ago, Estil said: I honestly don't get the point of all the rioting...the culprit was caught red, eh, "kneed"? Instantly he and his buddies were fired, and he's facing and is all but ensured of a conviction of the most serious charge the law allows. So why is this much rioting going on anyway? This is making the Rodney King rioting look like a few couch fires...and at least for that one their motives kinda made sense (it most definitely does NOT make what the rioters did right; then or now)! Even as a then 12 year old, I saw the Rodney King beating tape like everyone else and just couldn't for the life of me understand how the cops got off scot free. I mean, what did the jury see the public did not? Just so there's no confusion, and I hope I explained the above right, I don't want any misunderstandings...there is NO excuse for any of this rioting and it won't do anyone any good...and I bet they're being not-so-mindful of that whole social distancing thing.... 55 minutes ago, phart010 said: THIS THREAD IS NOT BEING POLITICAL OR DEBATING RIGHT OR WRONG ABOUT THE PROTESTS.. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Californication | 1,477 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 (edited) They burned down two bank's pretty close to me, lol. Glad I don't keep my games there. Edited June 1, 2020 by Californication Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phart010 | 1,707 Posted June 1, 2020 Author Share Posted June 1, 2020 11 minutes ago, Californication said: They burned down two bank's pretty close to me, lol. Glad I don't keep my games there. I hope Pat’s NWC cart wasn’t deposited there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Estil | 1,265 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 25 minutes ago, Tulpa said: (in response to your post) Protests =/= rioting. The OP IS about the rioting. And that is what I commented on. And I'm about as pro-free speech as you will ever find...but all this burning/breaking stuff and hurting people is just not done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulpa | 3,509 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Just now, Estil said: Protests =/= rioting. The OP IS about the rioting. And that is what I commented on. And I'm about as pro-free speech as you will ever find...but all this burning/breaking stuff and hurting people is just not done. There's a whole thread if you want to go political. He's asking what you would do with your collection. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Estil | 1,265 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Just now, Tulpa said: There's a whole thread if you want to go political. He's asking what you would do with your collection. I hope you're not implying that rioting is in anyway a valid political or protesting kind of thing. I'm very fortunate to live in about as safe a place (my previous residence a few years back, not exactly so much) as you could reasonably hope to find (no it's not a gated community, don't I wish!!) so I'm in no position to say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulpa | 3,509 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Just now, Estil said: I hope you're not implying that rioting is in anyway a valid political or protesting kind of thing. No, but your response is. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammerfestus | 3,852 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 I am in fact not afraid that the scary black people might steal my nintender tapes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Californication | 1,477 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 17 minutes ago, phart010 said: I hope Pat’s NWC cart wasn’t deposited there I doubt it, but it's funny you say that, I believe the banks were like a mile or two down the way from Ian's shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
O.G. CIB | 415 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 1 hour ago, Estil said: I honestly don't get the point of all the rioting...the culprit was caught red, eh, "kneed"? Instantly he and his buddies were fired, and he's facing and is all but ensured of a conviction of the most serious charge the law allows. So why is this much rioting going on anyway? This is making the Rodney King rioting look like a few couch fires...and at least for that one their motives kinda made sense (it most definitely does NOT make what the rioters did right; then or now)! Even as a then 12 year old, I saw the Rodney King beating tape like everyone else and just couldn't for the life of me understand how the cops got off scot free. I mean, what did the jury see the public did not? Just so there's no confusion, and I hope I explained the above right, I don't want any misunderstandings...there is NO excuse for any of this rioting and it won't do anyone any good...and I bet they're being not-so-mindful of that whole social distancing thing.... Whoa....... smh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWunderful | 2,927 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Are rioters breaking into houses looking for tender tapes? No. plus i have pretty good security and live in a safe area. so no. and if you dont “get it”, its probably because you arent a minority who has been systematically discriminated against their whole life. Like the member here who swore up and down that there is no racism in the USA anymore (also a white guy) 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phart010 | 1,707 Posted June 1, 2020 Author Share Posted June 1, 2020 16 minutes ago, MrWunderful said: Are rioters breaking into houses looking for tender tapes? No. plus i have pretty good security and live in a safe area. so no. and if you dont “get it”, its probably because you arent a minority who has been systematically discriminated against their whole life. Like the member here who swore up and down that there is no racism in the USA anymore (also a white guy) I would agree that rioters aren’t looking for the Nintender tapes specifically. But looters (a different crowd than rioters and protesters) are opportunists. They take advantage of the fact that majority of police are distracted and go for anything of value. What things of value are there in a restaurant?? I can’t think of anything really, but apparently the looters over here helped themselves and cleaned the place out. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YOURTURN | 1,256 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 (edited) I live a long distance away from Santa Monica, Los Angeles, and Long Beach. Plus the rebuilding of my collection (including retroactive replacements) are strictly Japanese imports. And that amount would not cover the amount of gas needed (for a non-hybrid) to find a shop and sell them. So nope... I am not worried. 1 hour ago, MrWunderful said: and if you dont “get it”, its probably because you arent a minority who has been systematically discriminated against their whole life. Between the way my life was both before and after my Asperger's diagnosis I get it. And the reality with that does not have the discrimination, bullying, and abuse be the lone issue. That is the part where being yourself allows single player games to become your best friend. And I will say more if needed. But for right now what I can say has me feel thankful we have VGA. As well as feel safe knowing that my collection is not rare or popular enough that it is worth stealing. Edited June 1, 2020 by FenrirZero 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaC | 104 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 They are out stealing video games so you all better sell your collections.... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkTone | 985 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Wow. The answer is no, and you already laid out the rules to this thread. Hopefully it sticks..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trj22487 | 350 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 I replaced all of my carts with copies of Madden '95 and NHL '97, and then wrote "gay porn" on them in sharpie, I think I'm safe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strikezone1 | 154 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 The current state of events is concerning and the thought has crossed my mind to sell some of my games/collectibles. With that said though, I don't have any intentions of doing so at this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloves | 11,787 Administrator · Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Am Canadian, so... no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarzombie | 924 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 No? This thread is silly. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richardhead | 2,813 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Hell, I’m too fucking lazy to sell/trade the shit I have for sale/trade. Definitely not selling the collection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NESfiend | 1,515 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 (edited) 22 minutes ago, guitarzombie said: No? This thread is silly. My thoughts initially, but I live in a suburban area and the closest thing we have to riots is about 30 middle school kids walking in the park with signs. I say those were my thoughts initially because I used to live in Washington DC in an area that is probably getting hit really hard right now with rioting. If I still lived there, I probably wouldn't be selling, but I would be getting my collection and some other valuables the heck out of that apartment until things calmed down. I probably would found a secure place in Virginia and paid to store everything there. Hard to figure what that secure place would be though. I know from my career that storage sheds/lockers are just ticking time bombs for burglaries. I have had clients who are really good at robbing them and have hit hundreds before finally getting caught. Edited June 1, 2020 by NESfiend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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