sl culture magazine

Coffee with DJ SaoFirst hand interview with thispremium DJ.

Places of InterestSLC takes you deep into the heartof some of SL’s most kept secrets.

Am I my Av?We look deep into the differentapproaches of people and their Avatar

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Welcome to SLC MagazineIssue 1

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content

Music

FashionShopping

Get Spotted!

The origins and inspiration of an SL DJ.Coffee with SAO TOKYOSKA9

Ambrosia Dance ClubSLC checks in on this hot location3

You saw it first here, SLC goes skyhigh to see this new dance club.

Dance with the gods15

22The Fashion Design LadderUp and coming fashion designerDani Plassitz tells us her story.

32Interview with Guu NishiLearn about one of SL’s topfashion designers.

18Shop RedGraveOh ya, we talk about whatRedGrave brings to SL fashion andexperience.

Places of Interest

42La CaveCheck out what is so different aboutLa Cave, and see who is involved.

38Pueblo BlancoTrying to get away? SLC explores thiskey location to give you an idea onwhat this sim is about.

26RC ClusterYou gotta check these guys out. Wereport our findings and thoughts here.

64Reader focus SectionWe feature some of our readers hereeach issue. You could have been spotted!

Also this issue, philosophy, and romancearticles. Please send any comments orinterests to SLC Magazine in Notecardformat.

Thank you and enjoy.Team SLC Magazine

Welcome to SL Culture Magazine

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Issue 1/april 2010

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SLC Presents:The Experience ofAmbrosia Dance Club

Ambrosia Dance Club is in my opinion, one

of the finest on SL. Your tp point is the center

of Ambrosia Mall with a red carpet leading

the way to the club. You'll arrive to a warm

welcome by the lovely dancers and many

regulars. Owned by Phil Kearny, a lot of time

and effort went into making it the top

choice for SL clubbers and it shows! The club choice for SL clubbers and it shows! The club

is well designed, open and bright, with a

large dance floor and a well stocked bar

attended by a delicious bartender.

(Ladies!) Many comfy chairs are scattered

about for those who would rather sit and

chat.

Ambrosia Dance Club from country to death metal

DJ AxlBerkins

Ambrosia's music covers a wide range of interests, from country to death metal, and requests are

happily accepted by the various live DJs in attendance 24/7. Another great feature of Ambrosia is

the live acts it offers from talented artists around the world.

They participate fully with the audience with vocals and acoustics and you really get that "in con-

cert" feel.Ambrosia also has it's own website with blogs and commentaries,a calendar of events and

other articles of interest. See it at http://ambrosiadanceclub.com/.

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You'll find the local chat is always enter-

taining to follow! Humorous and just

racy enough without being too offen-

sive . If you're looking for a place with a

real first life feel, to chat with friendly

people, listen to great music, dance

and just have a good time, Ambrosia

Dance Club is it!

I guarantee you'll come back again.

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Have you heard of Ricky's Lounge? It is a wonderful club, a place to meet new friends and bring old friends. The music is from the 50's,60's, and 70's; al-though request are played.

We have a Live DJ every night from 6-8 pm slt. Ricky's Lounge has event contests 7 days a week! 6 events @ $1000 linden with 1st, 2nd & 3rd place.

Our big event contest is on Saturday for $5000 linden!!!Also 1st, 2nd & 3rd place!!!

On Sunday from 6-7pm we have some of the best live per-formers in sl.

Come over sometime, check it out and have a great time with awesome people and spectatular music!!!

COFFEE with DJ SAOAn Interview by Angelli Cisse

Here’s what went Down --->

I arrived early at Central Perk

café and picked a table clos-

est to the bar. I order a plate of

delectable biscuits, and two

coffees; one for myself, and

one for our guest of honor.

When Sao Tokyoska (DJ Sao)

entered the room, he arrived entered the room, he arrived

with a magnificent presence;

the same one that he exuded

the first time I saw him spin.

Three black snake tongues

flickered from his mouth as he

offered a gracious hello. He

took a seat next to me, and took a seat next to me, and

after a few moments of chit

chat, here’s what went down.

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SLC: When i rezzed into 7th Element [club] the first thing that caught

my eye was your avatar. You are such an intrigue. Why did you

decide to pull this look together?

DJ Sao: I came onto SL with many wishes and dreams, and i noticed DJ Sao: I came onto SL with many wishes and dreams, and i noticed

that everyone here is so perfect, and so beautiful. So I decided to

have an appearance that everyone would remember; hate it or

love it. I like demons, and I love futuristic stuff and steam-punk. It's all

part of my marketing.

SLC: Yeah, and I'm sure you leave that kind of impression with

people. So tell me, when and why did you start DJing in Second Life?

DJ Sao: Well I heard about Second Life and read about it in 2003. DJ Sao: Well I heard about Second Life and read about it in 2003.

Then in 2007 I watched a program on the discovery channel about

DJs playing in a virtual world. That was when I decided to experience

it for myself. I get a lot of good experience and tips talking to other

DJs.

SLC: So you are a DJ in real life too?

DJ Sao: Yes, eight years approximately.

SLC: That would explain the great spinning I heard.SLC: That would explain the great spinning I heard.

DJ Sao: Thank you

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COFFEE with DJ SAOAn Interview by Angelli Cisse

SLC: I notice the rose on your hand. You were

also wearing it when i saw you spin at 7th Ele-

ment [club]. What is its significance?

DJ Sao: My first dream was to play in a club

called Dance Island. Miki Tiratzo (a friend of

mine) worked hard to help me get in. We

became very great friends and she was my in-

spiration. She died 2 weeks ago. The club owner

gave me this rose in her funeral. I will always

keep this rose in my hand, because I use my

hands to spin. She will be with me in every set. hands to spin. She will be with me in every set.

SLC: She was lucky to have you. I hope the memory of her stays

long with you. Lastly, I have to ask, what parts of SL annoy you?

DJ Sao: Hahaha. Well, I don’t appreciate someone who loves

drama. We don’t need to expand on every feeling we have, and

think the worst of everyone. And of course, I don’t like people

who want sex! Maniacs!

SLC: I can agree with you on all of that! Thank you so much for SLC: I can agree with you on all of that! Thank you so much for

your time. I really appreciate that, and I'm sure the readers will

too.


SLC Presents:

A look into this new sky high 80’s dance Club


Welcome to a Virtual Heaven

Welcome to a virtual Heaven! Set high in

the clouds , Olympus is a new club designed

for those of us who love those 80's tunes! It's

the perfect place for spending quality time

with your sweetheart or to meet someone

new. Olympus provides a continuous

stream of music for your listening pleasure at

any time of the day or night. any time of the day or night.

Setting your environment to midnight cre-

ates a soft, inviting atmosphere for a wel-

come break from SL's lively dance clubs. The

dance floor is spacious with a nice selection

of dances for couples. Clicking the male or

female ball above gives you several great

singles to choose from.

Club Olympus the home of the gods?

Not musically inclined? No worries here! You'll play like a pro on the piano and harp provided for your

enjoyment! In the outside area of the club, you'll find a nice variety of cozy cuddle poses. There's also

a wishing well, so if there's something (or someone!) you're longing for, don't forget to make a wish!

Olympus is located at Atrum Luna. Upon arriving click on the round teleport pad and chose number

4 from the menu. It will take you directly to Olympus and the great time waiting at this up and

coming 80's club!


Can’t get much higher than this place!

HOCindustries

Shoppingskinsredgrave


Having decided I wanted to look a little more realistic and more true to the person I am,

a friend recommended a visit to this store. I certainly was not disappointed.

Being your typical woman, I wanted to look my best and what a better place to begin

the transformation.

Don’t get me wrong, I wasn’t bad looking. I just lacked that something that suggested I

was more than just your average AV.

So, having been brought into the store by my friend, it was explained to me, all I needed So, having been brought into the store by my friend, it was explained to me, all I needed

to do was browse and I could try on the skin demo’s to decide what it was I liked the look

As you can imagine, like any typical woman, I tried them all

on! Shopping heaven.

After 30 minutes of my body undergoing many transformaAfter 30 minutes of my body undergoing many transforma-

tions, I decided on Angelina and Hana. Both so gorgeous I

bought the two. I am a woman after all. Who says I can’t be

someone else when the mood takes? After all I like to surprise

my partner when he least expect it. Most days I am Angelina,

however on certain nights when the vixen in me wants to

come out and I fancy a change,

Hana steps in and I feel like a different woman.


What I love about these skins is the

realistic skin tones and the variety of

looks with different makeup. What

more could a woman want than to

change her look in an instant, ready

for any outfit and occasion.

Photograph of the REDGRAVE Store

Of course not only can you get your perfect skin, but for those who want a bosom enhancement,

one click and you are closer to that perfect pair. Of course I indulged, again. Why not, if you can,

just do.

Redgrave Skins is also about fashion. For that perfect outfit, you are guaranteed to be able to

browse the racks and find that little something for any occasion. Well designed and with a gor-

geous realistic look. The fabric clinging to you in all the right places. A compliment is always guaran-

teed when you wear one of these designs.

If you were to ask me what I thought about Redgrave Skins, my answer would be that this store is

about class and fashion. About good quality and value for your Linden dollar.

More importantly it’s the place to get comfortable in your skin.


REDGRAVEskin shopping premium experience


The Fashion D esign LadderAn Interview with one of SL’s newestup and coming fashion designers.Dani Plassitz

“SLC speaks with Dani Plassitz, owner and visionary

of D-DESIGN.

SLC also wanted to know, well how do you get

started, and is it to late for a new fashion

designers working in SL to compete with

the big guys.


D ani Plassitz

“SLC: How Long have you been a fashion designer in SL?

Dani: My first reading about how to make clothes was 6 months ago. I

can say I have been an SL designer since I opened my first main store on

the 26th of November.

SLC: How did you become a fashion designer in SL?

Dani: Well, I reported for an interview as a fashion designer for one big Dani: Well, I reported for an interview as a fashion designer for one big

brand here, thinking they wanted ideas and sketches only. At that time, I

had no idea how to make clothes, nor I was able to create a simple

cube..

But only three days later, I came up with my 1st jeans "Swarovski", that I

still sell well.

SLC: And that branched into your business today?

Dani: Yes.. I made those jeans and another outfit 3 days later. But than I Dani: Yes.. I made those jeans and another outfit 3 days later. But than I

didn't know how to make prim skirts.. and than something interesting

happened to me…

I got an inspiration to visit one place here in SL and to my greatest sur-

prise there were two women, one teaching another how to make prim

skirts lol, so I learned very quickly.

up and coming fashion designers


D ani Plassitz up and coming fashion designers


“

“

SLC: Did anything in particular inspire you to begin fashion design?

Dani: I am a textile and graphic designer in RL, seeing many possibilities

to express myself here was not hard to be inspired.

SLC: Do you feel the strain of competition from designers that have been

here longer?

Dani: Oh no, not at all.

SLC: Do you have any words of advise for people interested in bringing SLC: Do you have any words of advise for people interested in bringing

their talents to SL?

Dani: Just as in RL, one needs to have a great desire to be persistent.

I am looking forward to see more amazing creations from the future de-

signers!

SLC: Thank you Dani from D-Design. If you would like to see more of

Dani’s work, run a search for D-Design and stop on by.

So, brand new ideas coming from new designers that find their way to

SL. Just like anywhere else, if you want it, and have the drive to do it you

can make it here.

Watch for Dani’s latest ‘Couple Series’ "Nuit Sensuelle" (sensual night) -

a haute couture fashion for those with classy taste.

Can new designers compete? Dani says, of course!!!

SLC - Experience ShoppingRC Cluster


The pleasant whisper of the samba bass was the first thing to filter through my senses; A clear contrast to the empty room, the half open garage door, and the dusty yellow brick walls that greeted me upon my land-ing. Curious, I turned around to be greeted by a wall of RC Cluster information.

I scanned my surroundings once more, when a flash of colour caught my attention. I walked towards the doors, and through it I was overwhelmed by the size of the store, the dynamics of their angular displays, and the amount of merchandise! Bingo! I instantly knew this was going to be one of my most loved stores on the grid. loved stores on the grid.

Did you think you got out of doing your laun-dry? Think again. RC Cluster provides you with highly detailed, sculpted & animated quirky tools to aid you with your family role play; ironing boards, vacuum cleaners, sewing machines, washing machines, to name just a few.

RC ClusterSLC Shopping RP items galore

mmmm Freebies!


shopping RC CLuster

mmmm Freebies!

Think decoration and you will find photo ropes, coasters, air cons, and heaters, among other things. Think hobbies and you will find an easel and paints for the artist, and nets and jars for the avid bug collector. If you’ve broken a leg you can get a cast, a wheel chair, and pain killers here! Not to mention the glorious foods, drinks and pastries they have for your kitchen space.

The RC Cluster experience is a must. Teleport yourself over with a friend and be amazed at all the The RC Cluster experience is a must. Teleport yourself over with a friend and be amazed at all the products they’ve set up for us to try. So if you don’t have the Lindens to buy it, you can always come back and play around whenever you want! A giant playground for the almost adult, if you will. And besides, you can always walk out of their with a generous basket of freebies!


Guu Nishi, owner and creator of HOC Industries

I paced around the cozy little

room, making myself comfort-

able as I eagerly awaited the

arrival of one of SL’s most re-

spectable fashion designers.

The minute cracks in the walls,

the thoughtfully laid carpets

and the antique decorations

positioned around the room

were

perfect for my interview with perfect for my interview with

Guu Nishi, owner and creator

of HOC Industries.

She gracefully entered the room, in a simple yet elegant black and white top, a pair of

jeans and possibly one of the most intricately designed pair of boots I have ever seen on

SL. She took a seat on the couch and let out a sweet smile. Here’s how it all went.


The Meeting,

Guu Nishi, Fashion Designer Owner and Founder of HOC Industries

GN: I think at the moment they are. I have a

love-hate thing going on with products I make.

One day I'll be over the moon with how some-

thing turned out, and the next day it'll be the

worst thing I've ever made. But at this moment,

the Noir boots are my favourite item.

SLC: We can often be our own worst critic. Is

there anything you'd like to tell our readers

about HOC Industries?

GN: I'd like to say thank you to everyone who's GN: I'd like to say thank you to everyone who's

ever visited my shop, sometimes it's difficult to

stay motivated and seeing people enjoying

HOC Industries products makes me happy and

fuels me to create more items!

SLC: I'm sure your customers are equally as SLC: I'm sure your customers are equally as

happy to have you. Now for a fun question;

what do you do when you're not working for

HOC Industries?

GN: I keep an eye on what’s available from GN: I keep an eye on what’s available from

other creators/designers and actually go shop-

ping. I'm extremely fussy when shopping for

things so when I do find a shop that catches my

eye, I go wild and buy lots of stuff.

SLC: SL really is a great place to make

business. Okay, that wraps up our in-

terview for today Guu. Thank you

once again for your time.

GN: great, thank you I enjoyed it :-)


Place of InterestPUEBLO BLANCO



reported by

SLCmagazine

SLC: Tell us how you got into building? I started building as soon as I came to sl, learnI started building as soon as I came to sl, learn-ing fast and being more ambitious each time. I'm knowledgeable in animation and multime-dia, and i have been a design teacher in real life. So, tools for 3D modeling were already fa-miliar to me.

Since i'm also programmer it was easy to get into scripting without too many problems. The possibility of creating things is what made me stay on SL and get engaged in it. SLC: What is your inspiration for buildingPueblo Blanco?

Pueblo BlancoSLC interviewscreators of: inspired by Serrania de Ronda

My partner and I wanted to build something beautiful like the many sims we explored, something

with its own essence, different and special. So, it wasn't difficult finding a theme, since this is my fa-

vorite place in the world in RL. I closed my two commercial sims and invested them on this project.

Now, for 3 months I have been working on it and Pueblo Blanco sim is the result but, there are still

things to finish.

After Pueblo Blanco, next I will be working on the second sim, "El Valle." What does Pueblo Blanco

have to offer the residents of Second Life? Pueblo Blanco gives to their residents a special living en-

vironment.

Over the river and through the woods!


your own private villa

From those who like more busy places to those who like quieter ones. We offer exclusive villas and

beautiful landscape with the tranquility that there will not be an obtrusive building near your home.

An immersive environment that invites romance, relaxation, and to feel at home.

Also, we offer activities and amusement for our visitors and residents. So, you can enjoy the rest of

the sim and not only your home like if it was your home's garden. Giving also some amusement ac-

tivities, like couples walking, rowboats, fishing, horseback riding, and others planned for the future,

we are expanding the possibilities of enjoyment of the place you live in for you and your guests.

What else do you have planned in the future? Next to come will be building and landscaping "El

Valle." It will be mostly a residential sim with villas like they are already at Pueblo Blanco, but also will

have nice spots to hang out, experience romance and more amusement activities.


Featured Location:


La CaveLA CAVEFeatured Location:


La Cave

Romance exudes from this quaint French club.SLC - april. 2010 43

Romance exudes from this quaint French club.

I discovered it accidentally whilst teleporting

aimlessly around Second Life looking for a

place to dance my little pixel socks off.

Having visited all the usual nightclubs and booHaving visited all the usual nightclubs and boo-

gieing down till the early hours, it came as quite

a breath of fresh air to find somewhere that felt

as though I had discovered something on my

own and felt like it was a well hidden secret.

A somewhat delicious indulgent secret.What

excites me about this venue is the sense of ro-

mance in the air. The sombre lighting helps

create the mood with cosy areas you can dis-

appear to chat with your partner or close

friends.

La CaveSLC reviews dance your pixel socks off!!!

Holy colors Pixelman!!!

Architecture whaaaaaat?!

It feels like an underwater cave paradise that you can wallow in and spend hours just

enjoying the music and time with those close to you.

The place to come at the end of a long day and just kick back and unwind. Sip a glass

or two and just enjoy. This is very much a couple’s venue with a dance menu unlike I

have seen anywhere else I have, as yet, visited on Second Life. The ranges of dances

are fabulous and vary from quite fast routines to slow sensuous numbers which leave

you in the cloud of romance.


There is no such thing as two left feet. You

become a fluid and experienced dancer

within moments and you can just feel yourself

disappear in time with the music.

There is also a solo dance menu for those mo-

ments you just want to get up and do your own

thing when the mood takes you.

I have found the music genre can vary with

each visit. Thus I have danced to chill out tunes,

Jazz, popular favourites and even experienced

a live acoustic performance by an up and

coming female singer.

Each visit is something different and leads me to

want to visit again and again.

If you are looking for somewhere different, roIf you are looking for somewhere different, ro-

mantic and ambient, then La Cave is the place

to visit.

a touch of romance


SLC Explores

Wolf Mountain Lodge


Wolf Mountain Lodge is one of my favorite places on Second Life! Upon arriving I highly recommend the hot air balloon ride located directly in front of the lodge. It will take you on a detailed tour of all that's available, and the list is long! Everything from skiing to horseback riding is on this well thought out sim. The Lodge supplies all you'll need to enjoy it's many attracsupplies all you'll need to enjoy it's many attrac-tions; skis, ice skates, even a horse!

At the front desk you'll find information on cabins to rent with high quality furnishings in-cluded. Continuing on to your right is Wolf Mountain Lounge complete with a dance floor and TV.

To the left is an inviting swimming pool with fun poses. Follow the nearby staircase to the movie the-ater that plays up to date movies once a month on Saturdays. Sore muscles from all that exercise? How about a relaxing massage or a soothing sauna? Afterward, enjoy a little leisure time playing Darts or shooting Pool on the real working table.

Outside the Lodge take a horseback ride on the long scenic trail or pop over to the Wolfs Den..a quaint little Irish Pub set next to the lake. There's a nice area here for quiet reflection while feeding the elegant swans. Next, ride the ski lift to the top of the mountain, grab a free pair of skis and glide down the hill like a pro!

Wolf Mountain Lodge featured sim


I wonder if they have waffles?

Or my personal favorite, take a wild and crazy ride on the snow tube! The toboggan is a also a blast...just click and steer. If you're with your sweetheart, take her on a romantic gondola ride through the Tunnel of Love. Or if you prefer, paddle a canoe for your own scenic tour of the lake. Be sure to use Mouse look here for the best views. The softly falling snow and occasional sightings of wildlife adds further charm to this wonderful place.

At Wolf Mountain Lodge, you'll find stores for shopping and a lovely Chapel offering the best wedAt Wolf Mountain Lodge, you'll find stores for shopping and a lovely Chapel offering the best wed-ding services I've seen on SL. Ranging in price from 8 to 13K, they'll supply everything you need to make it a memorable occasion; including a horse drawn carriage ride! After the ceremony, you can rent a beautiful Honeymoon Suite for as many nights as you'd like. There are 3 styles to choose from priced at 850L to 1000L per night. I simply can't say enough about this fascinating place, I discover something new with every visit. I'm confident it will quickly find its way into your favorite Picks!

Yodalayheehoooooo!


inspired by Serrania de Ronda

Am I my Av?SLC Philosophy


Since Vernor Vinge's “True Names” hit the sci-fi scene in 1981, the idea of

virtual worlds has captured our imagination. Through the writings of authors

like William Gibson and Neal Stephenson, we've been introduced to differ-

ent views of cyberspace, and with the advent of the systems inspired by

their writings, such as Second Life, we've gone from theory into early

practice.

While the technology and corporate involvement lag behind Gibson's Cy-

berspace or Stephenson's Metaverse, the social dynamics are all the more

complex.

William Gibson's Necromancer described cyberspace as: “the consensual

hallucination known as the matrix”, and the surface level of that apt phrase

has been realized – the sights, sounds, and interactions within SL grow ever

more convincing.

SLC PhilosophyAm I My Av? which type could you be?

Yet at a deeper level, we couldn't be farther from consensus on the meaning of our SL experience.

This holds true even in the most basic relationship within SL: that of the user to their avatar and to SL in

general.


approaches taken

The tourist: My avatar is out of the box. I'm here to look around a bit, and find out what all the hype is about.

The character: My avatar is a persona I have fun with. For me, SL is extended role play, and I don't take any of it too seriously – it's an escape from reality.

The experiment: My avatar allows me to do things I wouldn't dare in RL, and explore sides of myself safely and anonymously.

The extension: The extension: My avatar is an extension of my RL self, the equivalent of my digitized voice on the telephone. SL is a place I go, it just happens to be virtual.

The upload: Sometimes SL seems more real than RL. I can express myself more fully, connect with like-minded people, and am more comfortable in SL than RL.

The troll: My avatar is my conduit to mayhem, the equivalent of my anonymous pranks on the telephone. I like to see what sort of trouble I can stir up.

So next time you're having trouble understanding where another Av is coming from, So next time you're having trouble understanding where another Av is coming from, remember that they may be in a different world.

How do you see your avatar, and its relation to your RL self? Send a self-named picture & notecard to SLC Magazine (or Abulafia Gray).


Sampling of some of the approaches taken.

Protean Ponderings – Shapeshifting through Second Life

In the immortal words of Robert Anton Wilson: “Reality is what you can get away with”. The same applies to Second Life. There's something exquisite about an environment with such a host of subcultures, each with its own rules, taboos, vocabulary and activities.

Just as we often do in RL, typically we tend to Just as we often do in RL, typically we tend to find our groove in Second Life: the clubs, social scenes and activities that seem to fit us. Yet how easy it would be to break out of our own habits and try something new.


In this series, I'll be doing an extreme makeover each month, then diving into a new social scene, submersing myself in it, and reporting back to you on what I find.

Do you have a subculture you'd recom-mend we check out? If you do, send a notecard with the details to:

Abulafia Gray.


Resolving Conflicts in SL

SLC - april. 2010 60Resolving Conflicts in SL




Ever Been in This Position?


You're hanging out in your favourite sim, chatting with friends or working with colleagues when all of a sudden things turn ugly. Within the space of a few messages, jokes have turned into accusations, and you've gone from relaxed to making a choice between fight and flight. If you find yourself stuck between verbal combatants, trying to defuse an explosive situ-ation – or caught in the sights of someone's rant, here's a guerrilla guide to virtual conflict reso-lution:

Rule 1: Don't feed the TrollsFirst: The rest of these strategies tend to work well with people interested in resolving conflict. If you've identified someone as a troll, or a drama-seeker, you and your friends may want to embrace the power of Mute.

Rule 2: Check in emotionallyA virtual environment can make it easy to forget the lack of nonverbal cues. Even if you think you know what's motivating someone, or how they're feeling, check it out with them if things are heated.

Rule 3: Use those IMsRule 3: Use those IMsIMs are a tremendous advantage to dealing with heated situations in SL. If you're trying to deal with two heated parties, a few words from a neutral third party via IM can help smooth things over. They can blow off some steam to you privately, and work out how to construc-tively communicate to the other person. If someone's blowing up at you, moving it to IM not only lets you handle the situation privately, it also deprives any Trolls or drama-seekers from the audience they're looking for.

Rule 4: Take a breathIf things start getting too intense, take time to cool off. You might count to ten before re-sponding, suggest postponing the discussion, or try dealing with it through notecards or email. The further from real-time, the more you and others can choose the right words.

What’s Love Got to do With It?By Khali Farspire

Welcome Dear Reader, you have joined the wonderful, entertaining, sometimes frustrating world that is Second Life (SL).

Whether you are new to SL or a long Whether you are new to SL or a long term resident, no two days are ever the same (unless you choose them to be), your creative talents can be set com-pletely free and you are able to indulge all of your passions.

Getting out there and meeting others, from all over the world, is an enlighten-ing experience, but this pastime comes with a warning, especially to those who are seeking love. Never, ever forget that behind the Avatar you meet, is a living, breathing human being with all the emotional frailties and faults that we see in each other everyday in the real world.

It is easy to be swept away by the romance and titillation offered in SL but try to keep a level head. I know of relationships here that are full of love and trust, but there are those that are also full of deception, misgivings and disas-ter. Let’s also add that there is a continuous stream of temptation that can sway even the most loyal of individuals. And yes, SL relationships can impact on those relationships we have in RL (I have seen it, time and again).


Being forewarned is being forearmed…enjoy every experience, grasp every opportunity that you can, but keep your bearings, take a deep breath before every plunge and always remain true to yourself.


This is not only a great way to introduce you to new places to shop, and inspire you to create different looks, it is also a fun way to recog-nise you, our readers, to thank you for all of your support!

For this issue, we want to know two things! Where can we buy your gorgeous outfit, and what do you love about Second Life? We spotted 6 gorgeous avatars, and this is what they had to say.


Zoe M.

Jacket: Milk MotionSkirt: EmeryBoots: *Coco*Hair: (Posh)Spotted in Emery Mainstore

“I love Second Life because it's a friendly world “I love Second Life because it's a friendly world where I can be free.”


Zoe thank you for your support!

Lib N.

Dress: aDivaShoes: MaitreyaBangles: aDivaHair: TruthScarf: aDivaSpotted in Fri.day Flagship storeSpotted in Fri.day Flagship store

I love the fashion (so shopping is a must ) live music scenes, and the end-less possibilities Second Life has to be creative.

Lib


thank you for your support!

Ousuke K.

Shorts: PUNPY*Shirt: *EhaBeard: -dD-Smoke: FNKY

Spotted at Tic Tac Toe

Ousuke thank you for your support!


Verinne A.

Boots: AVZ Cyberpunk Hat: CobrahiveStraps on torso: GravesCollar: Xcite

Spotted at Fishy Strawberry Shopping Spotted at Fishy Strawberry Shopping District

“The reason I love Second Life if the “The reason I love Second Life if the ability for me to wear what I want to without having to worry about it. I wouldn't walk around like this in real life, I'm actually pretty conservative but I like the freedom of creativity in world and I tend to spend most of my time shopping just to put outfits totime shopping just to put outfits to-gether.”

Verinne thank you for your support!


Gianni B. (Cashmere Owner)

Hair: LambShirt: Surf CoutureStilettos: N-CorePants: Cashmere (unreleased)Purse: =DeLa*=

Spotted at Paper Couture - TableauSpotted at Paper Couture - Tableau

“What I love most about Second Life is the freedom to be as unique and cre-ative as you want to be in real life.”

Gianni thank you for your support!


Rachel S.

Dress: Silent SparrowFlats: Tee*FyGlasses: Fishy StrawberryNecklace: paper coutureHair: MaitreyaStockings: Silent SparrowStockings: Silent Sparrow

Spotted at Fri.day Flagship store

“I love Second Life for all the endless “I love Second Life for all the endless possibilities, the amazing creators and people from all over the world that you can run into at any given moment. I still love Second Life after 3 years because everyday I can recre-ate myself without restrictions

Rachel thank you for your support!


View our Staff, the people responsible forbringing you SLC magazine.

We are pleased to have you as our reader.

So take a look at some featured information on just who your SLC team is.

Thank you,

Team SLC Magazine


In recent years SL has begun to mould into a rare collection of limitless stories, a complex yet intriguing web of interpersonal relation-ships and of course, a platform in which staggering new heights of innovativeness is achieved, a safe haven for the wildest of imaginations to run free. I wanted to show-case SL in a different light, not only looking at the unique experience SL has to offer, but more importantly, the people that make SL the world it is now. Thus, SLCulture Magazine was born.

It started with just a small team of 5, and after the first team meeting was held on the 2nd of April, production of the magazine was officially underway. In the short span of 2 and a half weeks, we have managed to publish our first issue, which focuses on the people of SL: what they do and how they do it, giving them a chance to present their do it, giving them a chance to present their stories. Words cannot describe the gratitude I feel towards the team for their extraordi-nary patience and dedication to the magazine.

The magazine would never have gotten off its feet without such great team members and their visions. Special thanks go out to the 2 individuals who juggled far too much this issue just so that we could meet the deadline: Dhrax, our editor-in-chief, and An-gelli, our General Manager. I believe the magazine can only get better, especially magazine can only get better, especially with our growing team. Thank you for follow-ing us on this journey, so kick back, relax and enjoy the ride!

SLC’s CEO Kris thank you for your support!


SLC’s Chief Editor DhraxDhrax Foresight

Hey I am new to SL, probably only a few days old to be exact. I enjoy the time here, even though I spend most of it working on SLC.

It is my belief that the goals and everything set It is my belief that the goals and everything set forth by this production is directly related to anything and everything we believe SL repre-sents to not only business owners, but especially the individuals.

I just want to thank you all for the opportunity to show you what can be possible here and also a big thank you to all who support our cause.

Thanks again,

D



SLC Magazine Supporting Staff

Angelli CisseSLC Magazine General Manager

This is the fastest paced project I have ever involved This is the fastest paced project I have ever involved myself with! And I am loving it - the team, the creativity, the magazine. When I am not snapping up photos or sort-ing things out for the magazine, I like to do a whole lot of nothing! I like to unpack gifts I've not had the chance to unpack, sort my inventory, TP around 'til I find a new place to raid. Fascinating, aren't I? SLC Magazine keeps me on my toes, that's for sure!my toes, that's for sure!

Ciarra LexingtonSLC Magazine Writer

I'm a writer for SL Culture Magazine, a job I very much I'm a writer for SL Culture Magazine, a job I very much enjoy. A single lady at the moment (hunky men please apply!) when I'm not busy tping here and there looking for a great club or interesting place to review, I like to relax on the front porch of my cozy island home enjoying the gor-geous sunset ,or hanging out with the many friends I've made here.



Abulafia GraySLC Magazine Writer

Abulafia Gray is a writer both fascinated and passionate Abulafia Gray is a writer both fascinated and passionate about the interplay between technology and cultural/personal development. His RL counterpart is an author, programmer and facilitator with penchants for music, longsword, yoga, magick and psychology. Drop him a notecard with article suggestions, or offers of tea & discussion.

Khali FarspireSLC Magazine Writer

I am a writer for SLC magazine (a new found vocation that I love!) I I am a writer for SLC magazine (a new found vocation that I love!) I

am looking forward to all the up-coming issues and writing articles

that I hope you enjoy reading (ideally, I want you to keep coming

back for more..haha). I am loving my time here in SL and since my

birth have managed to find a job, a home and the perfect man

(well, for me anyway). Along the way I have made quite a few dis-

coveries, shared countless thoughts and opinions with others and

have made many friends. I love to get out there and seek out new have made many friends. I love to get out there and seek out new

places, and when I am not doing that I am happy shaking my tail

feathers on a hot dance floor or shopping til I drop! If you see me out

and about, please say 'hi.


Liz4Paris AdoredSLC Magazine Writer

I became a homeowner in Sequoian recently and love I became a homeowner in Sequoian recently and love finding new things to decorate my home with. However can never make my mind up, so often can be seen by the neighbours moving the furniture around. I love all sorts of music and dancing, so I am often frequenting night-clubs dancing my little pixel socks off into the early hours. I enjoy meeting new people and finding places to travel to. A keen swimmer, and love the gym when I get the to. A keen swimmer, and love the gym when I get the chance. I am currently a writer for SLC magazine.

Kobe MistwallowMarketing Director.

In this role, he is responsible for acting as the liaison beIn this role, he is responsible for acting as the liaison be-tween the magazine’s sponsors and advertisers. He also coordinates events, social functions, and go-to-market strategies. In his spare time, you can find him doing what he does best… smiling and socializing.


Just the BeginningSLC is here to stay. We hope you enjoyedour first issue. Stay tuned for our next issueand what awesomness we will dig up in SL!

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