Interview No. 176

Interview By: @The-Great-One

Today's guest has been with Newgrounds for a long time. He is a Newgrounds household name. He is one of Newgrounds biggest fans, not only being a Supporter, but contributing to countless jams and contests here on the site. He has been seen about the forums longer than most people have been here. I am please to welcome one of Newgrounds most generous, peculiar, and funniest members. God Damn It it's @Wegra.

Q: Normally I ask how did you find Newgrounds and why did you join. It is noted though that you found Newgrounds when you were 11 through another person's account under the name wegra2. What is the full story behind that account and what would become Wegra?

A: So my friend had a Newgrounds account they werent very active. So I ended up inheriting it and the name Wegra. The friends of that account to this day are inactive on here so they dont really care. Anyway in 2006 I couldnt get into my account turns out my friend was getting spammed and changed the email to a fake email and apparently the password I dunno. So basically I had to restart from scratch. Looking at it now it was pretty easy to surpass my original account.

Q: What was life like at Manalapan High School?

A: Oh you know typical high school shit. Although I would say compared to other high school experience I got though it mostly unscathed. In other words less bullshit to deal with than the average student. I know some people absoultely loathed to be at school but I was more neutral. I had days where I liked being there and days that I didn't.

Q: When did you enroll Brookdale Community College? What did you study while there?

A: Art and Journalism. Of course they forced me to take some basic math class that was far from basic and had algebra and shit. Failed that one.

Q: When and how did you become interested in Mega Man? What do you consider are the Top 3 best Mega Man games?

A: I got the Gamecube Anniversary collection and started from 1 and worked my way up. Did the same for the X collection

Anyway my top 3 are

• Mega Man 11
• Mega Man 2
• Mega Man 8

Q: When XwaynecoltX and Ericho were here we talked about their reviews and their styles. One of your earliest goals on Newgrounds was to write the most Newgrounds reviews. Why did you want to make this your goal at the time? You're still an avid reviewer here on the site. Is this still a current goal?

A: Well I think when I was young I thought reviewing equalled expeirenced even though it didnt but I was on such a roll I kept going and going and going and going. And now look at me 11,400+ reviews. And much like XwaynecoltX I kept active in each and every portal. Anyway I always see that reviews have more value then people give them credit for. I see it also as not just a token of proof you watched this piece of media but also let the author know you did and encourage them to keep making stufff

Q: Your went to your first Anime Convention around April 2010. You stated you're not a big anime guy and your friend really wanted you to go. You went and dressed as Luigi. Now we see that you go to conventions constantly and cosplay as multiple video characters including Ryu and Mega Man. What was your hesitation of going? What about it appealed to you when you went?

A: I dunno because truth be told I didn't really like the firend I was with and kinda got roped in but if it wasn't for him I probably wouldnt be so invested. I think it was just the people and friends you can meet and also the attention from other con goers

Q: Any tips on choosing a cosplay or putting one together that you might have for any convention goers?

A: Try to go for a more practical costume for a character you like. Try to also be knowledgable too

Q: One of your most beloved series here on Newgrounds would be entitled Here's something that makes no sense. Where did the inspiration for this come from? You have brought it back on occasion. Will we see it return in full one day?

A: I thought it was the Character select. But yeah I forgot how I came up with it but hey I will bring it back if thats what you want.

Q: One series that I have watched in its entirety from beginning to end. It is a series that I grew to love with each installment. At the same time though, I have to ask. What the fuck that all that is sacred is The Dot of Excellence? Where did this idea come from? Where did Episode 26 go? Will we see more of this series in the future?

A: Its just about a Dot and his girlfriend doing random shit of the week with video game and other music. I deleted 26 because it some Caramelldansen shit with friends I dont really see anymore and just uugh nah too cringey for me. I wish I could bring it back but sadly it gets removed from moderation each time. Maybe Youtube tho

Q: Help I'm on a cliff! is a story where you were hanging onto a cliff, precariously perched. The reactions of Newgrounds members offering to "help" have been both morbid and hilarious. It just grew and grew with each new addition until bigbadron stepped in to put a stop to it. This would later be turned into a movie of the same name. Where did the idea come from? What is your response to how big it grew? When will we see the novel?

A: I should bring it back as part of the anniversary. don't think it'll have the same appeal and nah the novel is long gone

Q: What is Wegra Funmail?

A: Wait huh?

Q: What made you want to join the Anime Club? Top 3 Favorite Anime?

A: Been pretty inactive actually. Sometimes I forget about the clubs and crews. I don't do top things though aside from the Mega Man one.

Q: You are quite the film buff here on Newgrounds. You have seen well over 100 movies. You started Wegra's Movie Reviews Collection. You stated that kisame put you up to it. You haven't done another entry like this since 2011. Will we see a return to the movie reviews?

A: Already am in fact I updated my list not long ago.

Q: You celebrated 10 years on Newgrounds back in 2013 and became a Supporter in 2014. How did it feel hitting that 10 year mark. What do you most reflect on after 10 years on the site? What made you want to become a Supporter?

A: I honestly felt proud being a part of here from childhood to adulthood. And as for a supporter I vote with my wallet and I want to support this site always!

Q: What is your favorite thing about Newgrounds?

A: Well it IS Everything by Everyone. There's just so much to do and see with no end in sight.

Q: If you could change anything about Newgrounds, what would it be and why?

A: Classic mode and Modern Mode . Basically choose an era of Newgrounds redesign you would like. Would have modernized features. Or just stick with the current design

Q: You've been with Newgrounds through multiple redesigns. How would you describe the growth Newgrounds has taken over the years?

A: Its amazing what it accomplished and still lives on despite Youtube overshadowing it. But yeah feture wise its amazing to see how convienient its become in a lot of ways than it was back then. I'm glad Tom is hard at work keeping up with things.

Q: What can we expect from Wegra in the future?

A: More quality Wegra postings. I hope I have made a positive impact for the BBS for these things. I like to hope I did.

Wegra has always been a constant joy to see here on the site for me. I love reading what he writes about the facets of Newgrounds, entertainment, and life itself. The inner thoughts of this man's mind is incredible. He is also kind and caring towards others and is a huge fan of Newgrounds. He is one person who if he left the site, it would certainly be missing something grand.

The Interviewer is a part of Dohn's Desk Productions

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