Tag Archives: Hangout

Garden Of Dreams
May 7 2013

Spring Days 4: The Forests of Second Life

When sims on Second Life are born, they are one of two things a desert and a grassland island, Residents who love nature preserve their sims natural look from time to time, creative, amazing sims that are perfect for photography and relaxation.

 Second Life several amazing nature sims for you to visit.

Taiga

Tagia is a beautiful quiet peaceful forest found on the Tagia Awesome sim. Based on the Siberian taiga. The Stream Plays: 24/f smooth pop music.
Features: Beautiful Lake, an air ship to relax on, bike rides around the sim. Interactive relaxation spots, A cottage opened to visitors.Visitors can also go jet skiing on the lake as well as have a nice nature walk through the woods.

Garden Of Dreams

Garden of Dreams is a beautifully magical sim is lined with large trees., made to bring lovers together.
Stream playing: Romantic, classical , new age music.
Features: Interactive boards on landing spot for visitors to explore, such as vendors a store and teleport used to visit different parts of the sim.

 

A Forest close to our hearts is from the Isle of Dee, the forest is not only beautiful but is home to a race of beings called the Wylds, they aren’t too friendly about strangers wondering into their Forest. Nevertheless it’s a beautiful and peaceful place, well until you venture in there.

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A little friend from the Forests of Dee.

Happy Exploring.

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May 6 2013

Spring Days 3: Irie Vibes

Feel the rhythm feel the beat over at Irie Vibes on the third day of Spring. This Caribbean themed club is for Reggae lovers all over the world.

You don’t always have to be on the dance floor to enjoy the music, vibes has a beautiful beach for you to relax on .

What? Is going to beach in Spring not a thing? Well it is in the Caribbean!

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Apr 16 2013

Spring Days: Day 2 Linden Realms

The second day of spring finds you walking through a bright and colourful forest. On your travels you find yourself picking up crystals of different colours.

There is a rumble that seems to be coming from behind you… and just as you turn…

This is Linden Realms, Second Life’s very own MMORPG created by Linden Labs. You run around collecting different types of crystals. Each crystals gives you a Linden reward. But be careful….listen out for the rumbling. Continue reading →

Tribute City
Apr 15 2013

Spring Days: Day 1 Tribute City

The days of Spring is here, the snow has melted, the flowers are beginning to blossom and there is a warm breeze in the air. It’s time to put away your winter rags and go shopping for a new Spring Wardrobe. So where do we go to find it? Tribute City of course.

Tribute City is a sim filled with stores to find the perfect outfit to suit you. Did I forget to mention there are several clubs and events happening everyday? Well it does, so you can totally show off your new outfits while winning Lindens in their Contests Events. Continue reading →

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Apr 10 2013

Second Life Walkthrough: How to Get Lindens in SL? ( How do I get a job?)

Second Life has its own, very active, economy and currency. It is called the Linden Dollar (L$) and is about 0.01USD = 1L$. Time  for a few FAQ (or Frequently Asked Questions)

Why do I need Lindens?

To buy goods and services, such as clothes and a place to live.

How do I receive Lindens?

There are two ways:

1) Buy Lindens from the Second Life website using real money. You can do this by signing in to the Second Life website (using your SL username and password), go to your Dashboard, then to buy. It will ask you how much you want to purchase noting that the minimum allowed is at least 500L$ or 3.00USD.

2) You can get a job in world. There are several jobs that you can do in Second life. You can find these jobs through Job Agencies in world.( Search Job agencies). You can also create items to sell for Lindens or open your own business.

What kind of businesses/jobs are there in Second Life?

There are several jobs/businesses you can become involved in. The most common jobs are available through clubs and other music based establishments  , working as a DJ, Host/Hostess, and Dancer. There are others jobs that are less common such as Managers, Assistants, Models, Writers etc.

Businesses include Clothes Designer,Builder, Script Writer, Club Owner, Property Owner, Blogger (Fashion, News, Music & Destinations). These are jobs that takes a lot of commitment, so if you do not have the time and don’t want the stress the most frequent jobs would be more ideal for you. Some jobs, particularly the most common ones, have a promotion system (Start at the bottom and work your way to the top) but this depends on the owners. 

How do I find work?

Job agencies are a great way to find jobs. There are tons Job centres and agencies for you to find work. Most jobs require you to fill out an application form and send it to the employers. 

What are employers looking for?

Many employers are looking for Reliable employees, someone who will show up when they say they will and do their job well. As a result many employers will not hire you until you are 30 days old and in Second Life on a regular basis.

There are some jobs that will need experience and even training. Being a DJ in SL will require you to have training and experience (There are schools and help guides out there that specialize in  DJ training). Hosting is another job that requires training,  most clubs will offer to train you since  Hosts need  to use different marketing equipment to pull customers in.

Helpful Links:

So You Want To Own A Business in Second Life Part 1 & Part 2 & Part 3 & Part 4

Becoming a Dj in 8 Steps 

Jobs in Second Life Series

These are some of the questions that have been the FAQ for the Torch, if you have any more questions ask at valkyrie@thetorchslguide.com

Well,  you have the money, how about we look for a place you can call home? Join us next time on Second Life Walkthrough.

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Mar 27 2013

Second Life Walkthrough: Just Joined Second Life? What Now?

First of all, welcome to Second Life, congratulations on getting your account and taking your first confusing steps into this confusing as all hell virtual world. Now you are here? What do you do first? Some Residents of SL would say that nothing really interesting happens until you reach 30 days old, but that isn’t true. It is true that you can’t really do anything until you are 30 days, like apply for jobs but we’ll get to that when we get to the living in Second Life bit of this walk through. You can do anything you want before you reach your 30 days in SL and Linden Labs, the creators of Second Life, have happily done something to help newcomers find their way.

I always tell newcomers that the best way to experience SL in their first few weeks is to explore the places in the destination guid. Back to Linden Labs making the kind of easier for new residents to explore the world.

Seven places as soon as your land in world, introducing you to Seven part of Second Life.

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Art

Second Life is ripe with culture and very creative people, one of ways residents show their creativity is through art. If you are interested in seeing the amazing creations of Second Life’s Art community go through that Portal.

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Roleplaying

Second Life’s roleplaying community is large, with several different kinds of sims dedicated to Roleplaying. From Lovercraftian Horror to Medieval Fantasy to Futuristic Cyber, if you are interested in checking out Second Life’s Roleplaying Go through the portal.

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Popular and Social

These two Portals lead you to popular hotspots as well as social communities, great places to hang out and meet other Second Life residents. Go through the portals to meet new people and make friends.

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Music

There are so many musical places in Second Life, from clubs to pubs, live musicians to teaching schools for wannabe musicians. Follow this portal to start your musician journey.

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Editor’s Picks

These Destinations were picks by the editor of the destination guide on the Second Life website. This portal leads to them.

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Linden Realms

Second Life’s very own video game, Go on quests, collect crystals and earn Lindens. Just head through the portal.

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Adult

Finally a portal that leads to the seedy side of Second Life, the adult sims.

Exploring Second Life will allow you to see and experience  every part of Second Life before you finally decide on what you’re interested in doing, but what happens when you don’t have found that special thing and you’ve reached 30 days? Well how about we answer a few questions that we are always asked here at The Torch. About things  that happen in every day Second Life, beginning with ‘How do I get a job in Second Life?’

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Feb 6 2013

The Romantic Spots of Second Life: Ajax’s Romance Garden

It’s that time again, last year around this time we talked about relationships in Second Life. We gave our page to three couples who wanted to share their stories about meeting each other and falling in love in the virtual world. Well this year, we thought we would look at the Romantic spots of Second Life, the places where couples go to relax and enjoy their relationship. Since our Haunting of Second Life series was so popular, we are going to do the same, but this time adding a few pictures along with the articles.

First up is the magical garden, Ajax’s Romance Garden, one of the first romantic spots in Second Life that you are likely to visit (since it’s on the destination guide). With love songs streaming 24/7 this is the perfect spot to bring your loved one on a date. There are events in the Romance Garden ballroom, you’ll have to join the group to find out more information. Why is it called a Romance Garden? Well that is easily answered with these pictures be low.

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Why not bring your Valentine to a romantic picnic at Ajax’s Romance Garden?

Aug 20 2012

This Week in Second Life

Continuing Events

Fashion Voodoo:  An urban style fashion fair held through August 30th, 2012. Hosted by Depraved Nation, this event features over 100 brands and new, exclusive items.

Hot Bay City Nights: Looking for a sweet rod or cool classic? Come to Hot Bay City Nights and view the wares! Hot Bay City Nights is a week-long event featuring DJs, Love music, a charity car wash, a bikini contest, and lots of hot cars! Held from Aug. 18-25 in the Bay City Fairgrounds.

Vintage Fair 2012: Vintage Fair, held through Aug.29, showcases 250+ designer brands with each exploring inspiration from the vintage eras of 1920-1980. There’s also "antique" fashions (pre 1920s). Discover new and exclusive items from every brand while enjoying live music and deejay performances each event day. For more information check out their website.

Upcoming Events

The DXclub Flea Market 2012: An event that features two days of live deejays and music, as well as stall shopping and great sales! The event is held Aug. 25-26 with live deejay performances from 3-9 a.m. (Pacific)

Bi-Annual Cart Style: Wash’s Biannual Cart Sale, held Aug. 15-Sept. 5, features original items for L$10 or less from 85 participating designers

 

Exhibitions

Mysterious Wave:  An immersive, minimalist exhibition filled with surreal artworks by the Mysterious Wave team including artists Cherry Manga and Anley Piers.

Synesthesia at Split Screen: Music and color join together in Synesthesia, a limited time exhibition from Giovanna Cerise at Split Screen.

Fundraisers

The Pink Ribbon Fair: The Pink Ribbon Fair, held Aug. 4-25, is a fashion charity event that aims to raise funds for the American Cancer Society to help the fight against breast cancer. For more information check out their website.

Hunts

Menstuff &Homestuff Hunts: Calling all hunt lovers! The team behind one of the biggest hunt brands in SL brings you Homestuff and Menstuff: two hunts for home décor addicts and male fashionistas. There are over 200 designers taking part in both hunts, so happy hunting! Runs August 3 -September 3.

Newcomer friendly hot spots

Italy in the World: Italy in the World is a newcomer-friendly destination for Italian-speaking residents of Second Life.

Jul 27 2012

Flying Tigers: Sports Festival

In London Olympics Flying Tigers are having their own Sports Festival.  16 days of partying, fashion shows, exhibitions cheerleading performances, sports games.

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Flying Tigers’ Sports Festival Schedule of Events

**This schedule is subject to change**

Unless specifically stated, all events will take place on the WW2 Tribute Sim

July 24 to July 26, 2012:

-Exhibitors set up all day

Friday, July 27, 2012:

-Sports Festival Opens

-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games

-12pm slt – DJ Anakin

-1pm slt – Second Life Cheerleader Performance

Saturday, July 28, 2012:

-12pm slt – DJ TBD

Sunday, July 29, 2012:

-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair

-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games

-10am slt – DJ Anakin

-12pm slt – Korn Tribute Band Concert

-5pm slt – Flying Tigers Air Show

Monday, July 30, 2012:

-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-10am slt – DJ Prettybones
-2pm slt – DJ Cath

Tuesday, July 31 2012:
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-10am slt – DJ Mia
-12pm slt – DJ Anakin
-5pm slt – VAW Show

Wednesday, August 1, 2012:
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-10am slt – DJ Sweetdizzy
-4pm slt – DJ Anakin

Thursday, August 2, 2012:
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-10am slt – DJ Sweetdizzy
-4pm slt – DJ Anakin

Friday, August 3, 2012:
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-12pm slt – DJ Anakin
-6pm slt – Champion Horses’ SteepleChase Event (Champion Horses Sim)

Saturday, August 4, 2012:
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-12pm – Paintball Tournament
-6pm slt- Champion Horses’ Cross Country Event (Champion Horses Sim)

Sunday, August 5, 2012:
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-11am slt – Champion Horses’ Harness Races (Champion Horses Sim)
-12pm slt Lady Gaga Tribute Band Concert
-After the Lady Gaga Tribute Band Concert – DJ TBD
-6pm slt – Champion Horses’ Awards Ceremony (Champion Horses Sim)

Monday, August 6, 2012:
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-12pm slt – DJ Anakin
-2pm slt – DJ Cath

Tuesday, August 7, 2012
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-12pm slt – DJ Anakin
-4pm slt – DJ Cath

Wednesday, August 8, 2012
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-12pm slt – DJ Jami
-4pm slt – DJ Anakin

Thursday, August, 9, 2012
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-12pm slt – DJ Neilio
-4pm slt – DJ Anakin

Friday, August 10, 2012
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-12pm slt – DJ Anakin

Saturday, August 11, 2012
-All Day – Exhibitor/Merchant Fair
-All Day – Free Tennis, Basketball, European Football/Soccer Games
-11 am slt – Last Man Standing Aviation Contest

Sunday, August 12, 2012
-11am slt – L’Amour Management Sports Fashion Show
-2pm slt – DJ TBD