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Title: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on June 18, 2008, 09:55:03 AM
 I live in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and it being a small town, there are not many Jedi (read: lightsaber owners) here much less Star Wars fans. So any exposure to different technologies is limited to online viewing. So here's the big question: Is there anyone in these forums(?) that lives in Oklahoma? I know that its easier to find others who share your hobbies in a larger city, but even the cities here have a sparse SW fan base. So if you live in Oklahoma, let me know, it would be nice to see some other examples of lightsabers first hand from their proud owners. Thanks.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: bulldog on August 18, 2008, 09:20:16 PM
Hello. from down here in Cedar Park Tx. It appears that you've got the same problem as I do. No Jedi/ humans want to help themselves with thier Light saber skills. Who knows, if we corrispond enough from this maybe people may get interested by the #s growing may cause some curiosity. Good luck on your end, Jedi Gryphon/ Bull dog/ Mike
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on August 19, 2008, 07:51:25 AM
 I hear you. There are no "sabersmiths" up here, at least until I start building some sabers anyway. Stillwater is about the size of Bryan/College station and about as busy, so there are a few Star wars fans, and I know a lot of Sci fi fans and more than a few gamers, but none of them own a lightsaber, maybe its the $120.00 price tag that scares them off. I bought mine at the local Hasting's (the only place in town that sells MR lightsabers), had been saving up for it for a while, and it is by far the coolest thing that I have ever owned. I'm even trying to start a local dueling society for other lightsaber enthusiasts, but I will probably have to buy some spare lightsabers to start, just to get these people hooked. Heck, I want more lightsabers anyway. What i am really striving for is to convince the others here in the forum to attend a convention that would allow all of us to actually meet and share lightsaber technology and advice.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Plane Crazy on September 08, 2008, 06:09:24 PM
I live in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and it being a small town, there are not many Jedi (read: lightsaber owners) here much less Star Wars fans. So any exposure to different technologies is limited to online viewing. So here's the big question: Is there anyone in these forums(?) that lives in Oklahoma? I know that its easier to find others who share your hobbies in a larger city, but even the cities here have a sparse SW fan base. So if you live in Oklahoma, let me know, it would be nice to see some other examples of lightsabers first hand from their proud owners. Thanks.

I hear you. There are no "sabersmiths" up here, at least until I start building some sabers anyway.... Heck, I want more lightsabers anyway. What i am really striving for is to convince the others here in the forum to attend a convention that would allow all of us to actually meet and share lightsaber technology and advice.

I certainly can't claim to be a sabersmith in the sense that some of the highly talented individuals on this forum are, but I do like to tinker and play around with modding and bulding sabers for myself.

I am in the Oklahoma area, specifically the Tulsa area. (Transplanted So. Cal guy.)

Sorry, I hadn't seen this earlier.  :)

Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: BEN KENOBI on September 08, 2008, 06:35:12 PM
 ;D

Hi and welcome to the forum!!Stillwater oklahoma hu?Hometown of my one my all time favorite westlers!!Jack brisco!! ;D
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: bulldog on September 09, 2008, 07:42:17 AM
I'm starting to like this. It's good to see some responses goin on here. Oobi-Won thanks for some of the elec. sugg on my saber difficulties. I love to go to the convention, unfortunatly at this time it's not possible. The wife and I are getting back on our feet from me being out of work for some time. I will definatly keep in contact on this forum or pming.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on September 10, 2008, 09:08:20 AM
 Cool, Plane Crazy. Its nice to see another Oklahoman frequenting this forum. As for sabersmiths, anyone that actually builds their own lightsaber is a sabersmith IMHO. I don't have that distinction however. As a university custodian, saving up to purchase saber parts can be a long and daunting ordeal. I do however own a MR lightsaber, and a MR lightsaber construction kit. My first custom build is on its way.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 11, 2008, 07:26:52 AM
i am indeed in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  but I happen to be dark Jedi, sorry budd.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on September 11, 2008, 09:10:24 AM
Well let me give you both a big hello from another Oklahoman! Im in Warr Acres. But I have to apologize Unseen-jedi, I am Sooner born! Its great though to have fellow OKlahomans on here. I thought I was the only one. :)
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 11, 2008, 09:51:33 AM
Well let me give you both a big hello from another Oklahoman! Im in Warr Acres. But I have to apologize Unseen-jedi, I am Sooner born! Its great though to have fellow OKlahomans on here. I thought I was the only one. :)
  I am also sooner born!  Will live and die crimson.  Good to see others interested in this in oklahoma!
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Novahawk on September 12, 2008, 03:51:47 AM
Hello fellow Oklahoma Jedi/Sith.  I am in Tulsa and an OSU grad (2005).  I just recently started dueling with my friend.(who is also a Jedi) We are not that good yet, but we are learning.  We have come up with some interesting moves/counter moves too.  Still trying to smooth out the wrinkles though.  I have 3 MR sabers: Yoda, Obi-Wan(of course being a McGregor myself), and Mace Windu.  I also have 4 MR construction sets for my dueling.  My Ultrasabers' Dominix should be arriving soon.  And here I thought my friend and I were the only Jedi in OK.  We both even have the Jedi garb with cloaks to boot.  Yea I know really geeky but who cares.  I am glad I have others to talk to about this hobby.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on September 12, 2008, 09:56:40 AM
 Hey, all are welcome. Actually I am from Houston, Tx, but moved to Ok in '95 so I don't bleed orange or crimson, but crude oil. Freaky. Anyway, it is cool to see that there is a strong number of saber enthusiasts here, now we just need to find a way to bring this sweet hobby to other interested Oklahomans. Maybe some public demos or something? Or start a local saber club?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 12, 2008, 10:54:35 AM
Hey, all are welcome. Actually I am from Houston, Tx, but moved to Ok in '95 so I don't bleed orange or crimson, but crude oil. Freaky. Anyway, it is cool to see that there is a strong number of saber enthusiasts here, now we just need to find a way to bring this sweet hobby to other interested Oklahomans. Maybe some public demos or something? Or start a local saber club?
  That could be a possibility ::)
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on September 12, 2008, 02:02:02 PM
There is a club here in the OKC area called apropriately JediOKC. They act like its an honor to join their club. I have met some of them, there are a few nice ones, but then there are a few that are way too serious, almost scary. Another club in oklahoma wouldn't hurt, especially a saber club. The night episode 3 came out, two of my friends and I dueled in front of three packed houses before the showtimes came on. It was so awesome. The mall security even let us do it. I think there would be a big following.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 12, 2008, 02:22:18 PM
haha, me and my best friend did the same thing in sand springs!  Even though we dueled near the end of ep III when the anakin, obi wan fight began!  It was very epic.  They cheered for us.  Sad to say, I was banned from that theater, never to show my face again :'( :'(
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Novahawk on September 14, 2008, 06:33:27 PM
Does anybody know where we can get LED filters(Lee or otherwise) locally?  I know TCSS has them, but if I can, I would like to buy locally.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on September 16, 2008, 09:27:03 AM
 Well, if anyone in Oklahoma is willing to travel to Stillwater at least once a month, I have a few people up here interested in joining my lightsaber enthusiasts group. Of course we would discuss other topics of interest at the meetings: movies, games, etc., but we will mostly discuss lightsaber arts/technology/combat/construction, maybe some costuming and choreography. I would prefer to hold some meetings outdoors, weather permitting, as there are many parks in Stillwater and very few crowds, and preferably around dusk since our sabers would look so awesome as night began to fall. Suggestions?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on September 16, 2008, 02:16:01 PM
That sounds like fun, the only rpoblem for me is the traveling. I could ride my motorcycle, but where would I put the saber? If I could free up some time (and gas money) I would come check it out.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Novahawk on September 16, 2008, 05:29:56 PM
I wish I was able to do that Unseen_Jedi.  However, my current schedule sucks and I don't have weekends off.  I work graveyard and sleep during the day.  Then there is the gas money thing for me too.  Would there be anyway to meet in Tulsa during the week in the evenings/nights, say Tues or Wednesday?  That would probably be a problem for those in school I suppose.  Then there would be the problem as to where to meet in Tulsa.  Any ideas?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on September 17, 2008, 09:37:10 AM
Well Senti Xamas, though I think it would look cool if you were riding down the highway at night, one hand on the throttle and an ignited lightsaber blazing in the other, I understand the issue. And yes Novahawk, fuel is pricey lo these recent months and though Oklahoma is one of our smaller states, it is a ways to ride. Blast! There is no way in sight to do this. Too much inconvenience for all. Perhaps we could hold a small convention-like event once a year? The first saber-con or something? I can see it, saber form demos, live stage combat, instructional classes, battle reinactments(sp?), sabersmith booths, costumers, all things lightsaber. Alas, that would cost much money  :(. I am vexed.  ???
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on September 18, 2008, 04:11:13 AM
I like your idea of a once a year meeting. Basically like a convention for saber enthusiasts. I dont know how to plan for something like that, but I have a friend of mine in the event planning department. Maybe I could ask her the best way to do that.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 18, 2008, 06:51:00 AM
it could be done!  I mean look here in Tulsa, we have defcon and tokyo in tulsa?  Why not take them over?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on September 18, 2008, 01:47:42 PM
Well, I know that first we must find sufficient space. Usually a hotel or convention center must be reserved in advance. We have no less than 4 brand new hotels built here in Stillwater, some still not complete. And I think the students here might think it cool to see live lightsaber duels performed to Star Wars soundtracks. The issue is money, on both ends of the circuit. It would cost us money to set this whole thing up, which in turn would leave us to charge those attending our con some amount of admission to recover our costs. So all in all, our loss of money means a loss of money for those attending the event. Were this a free endeavor, it would cost our guests nothing, and everone is happy all around, hence my original idea of having a non-profit group holding regular meetings to socialize and share ideas. Maybe we could each start individual chapters in our respective areas, just to get people involved with saber dueling initially?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 18, 2008, 02:08:39 PM
tulsa defcon and tokyo in tulsa isn't till next august I believe.  If anyone wants we could figure out how to get some plans together and try to attend these two events, like this year they were three day events, we could do a show at defcon one day and at tokyo in tulsa the next?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on September 19, 2008, 04:07:36 AM
I sound like a total noob probably, but what is defcon and tokyo?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 19, 2008, 05:50:09 AM
well defcon, and Tokyo In Tulsa, are "anime"  conventions held every year in tulsa, we could turn them upside down ;D
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on September 19, 2008, 09:14:10 AM
 Heh, heh, a "force flip"! Is that like a force push? I like the idea of being part of a con, too bad that it wouldn't focus on saber arts exclusively. A Force-Con definitely would rock. What do you think the chances of getting actual Star Wars film actors, not extras, to attend?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Novahawk on September 19, 2008, 10:22:31 PM
That would be sweet Unseen_Jedi, but it would be pretty expensive to get anybody from Star Wars to come to Tulsa or Oklahoma in general.  Those "special guests" are usually paid for their time and probably not cheap.  The con usually has to pay the actors/actresses to attend and pay for their expenses(food and hotel).  And I am not talking Holiday Inn either.  It might be easier to get some sabersmiths to come show their wares.  Alex from Ultrasabers or Tim from TCSS might (and I stress might) be willing if the event were to be big enough to get them some interested customers.  There are others that also do more expensive custom saber jobs, but I can't remeber names at the moment.  Maybe some other saberswordsmen/women could come and show and/or teach people how to swordfight safely.  Other merchants selling various Star Wars things might come too and other scifi stuff too.  The more variety the better off getting the audience more interested in the hobby. Sorry didn't mean to write a small novel here. ;D
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 20, 2008, 05:47:25 AM
That would be sweet Unseen_Jedi, but it would be pretty expensive to get anybody from Star Wars to come to Tulsa or Oklahoma in general.  Those "special guests" are usually paid for their time and probably not cheap.  The con usually has to pay the actors/actresses to attend and pay for their expenses(food and hotel).  And I am not talking Holiday Inn either.  It might be easier to get some sabersmiths to come show their wares.  Alex from Ultrasabers or Tim from TCSS might (and I stress might) be willing if the event were to be big enough to get them some interested customers.  There are others that also do more expensive custom saber jobs, but I can't remeber names at the moment.  Maybe some other saberswordsmen/women could come and show and/or teach people how to swordfight safely.  Other merchants selling various Star Wars things might come too and other scifi stuff too.  The more variety the better off getting the audience more interested in the hobby. Sorry didn't mean to write a small novel here. ;D
that is quite alright!  It would be nice, the conventions really just got into the groove this year, so maybe next year.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 25, 2008, 12:47:05 PM
hey guys, I am thinking maybe we could joing up at a con around the green country area next year?  Is this alright with everyone?  We could put together some ideas, try and do some sort of jedi vs. s/dark jedi battle.  Attempt anything really, I think we could possibly get something going if we try.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on September 25, 2008, 02:17:34 PM
When is it, and where is green country?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on September 25, 2008, 02:24:42 PM
green country is the northeastern oklahoma area.  And it should be august of next year.

tulsadefcon.com

tokyointulsa.com

these are both of the sites for each con.  If it is possible to do so, we could hit both cons or just one.  It would be pretty funny to do a duel unexpected.  Like jedi stand at one end, and dark jedi stand at another.  for several minutes it's like a stare down.  We slowly move in towards eachother, from each end of the con.  Then without warning, boom the dueling begins.

Don't forget about Akon in dallas either, that would be a good one.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on November 11, 2008, 07:27:04 PM
HEY WHAT HAPPENED TO THIS THREAD!!! LIVE TRHEAD LIVE!!!!!!! AHHHHHHHHHHHH!
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on November 11, 2008, 07:52:55 PM
We had another okie join recently, but I dont know where he went.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on November 12, 2008, 04:59:02 AM
We had another okie join recently, but I dont know where he went.
huh...well, we need more.  SO WE CAN TAKE THE CON's BY FORCE
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on November 12, 2008, 02:33:36 PM
Heck Yeah! 3 of my best buds and myself went to celebration 3. I loved every minute of it. There's a long story to it as well, but i'll leave that one for another topic sometime.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on November 12, 2008, 02:37:10 PM
haha agreed, well I got on last second for a starkiller saber in lux green!  Anywho, we should somehow meet up for one of the oklahoma cons, and have an unexpected battle.  It would be a sight.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on November 12, 2008, 02:42:14 PM
That would be awesome! I have a bunch of sabers to choose from now including a starkiller in orange coming soon, and a custom do-clo in orange coming soon as well.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on November 12, 2008, 02:44:27 PM
That would be awesome! I have a bunch of sabers to choose from now including a starkiller in orange coming soon, and a custom do-clo in orange coming soon as well.
yes it would be.  After my starkiller arrives I will be getting a soundboard put into it as well.  I really don't want a crystal focus, so it will more than likely be an US 2.0 which I think will be just fine in it.  as for my mhs, it will be getting a MR vader put in.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Unseen_jedi on February 27, 2009, 05:41:36 AM
 Well, I got my Stillwater saber dueling group up and running. Its doing quite well.

 We call it The New Jedi Order, Stillwater chapter
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on February 27, 2009, 05:54:08 AM
that's good.  Only if the tulsa area had something like that.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Big Boss on February 27, 2009, 04:31:22 PM
I'm from tulsa oklahoma too  ;D
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on March 03, 2009, 08:30:14 AM
very interesting.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: obiwan1410 on March 11, 2009, 08:59:49 PM
hey guys i think thatd be awesome i actuly put a post about i am starting a ok jedi like the nyjed and nj jedi but they dealeted it i gues cuz it looked like spam but im on saberwars and youguys should check ou jediokc.com its a free club for oklahoma star wars fans and they go to cons and all kind of stuff
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Darth Thalos on March 12, 2009, 06:57:31 AM
okay...I shall look into this.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: kurwanciados on May 18, 2009, 11:16:15 PM
 there is a saber enthusiast club its mine www.oklahomajedi.com and im in claremore ;D im obiwan1410 i just forgot my pasword and user name lol ;D
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Dak TuKi on April 08, 2010, 02:56:13 PM
hey guys. im new to this forum, and like u, am looking for other saber enthusiasts. its nice to see a dude from stillwater on here. i actually live in edmond and am a frequent visitor to stillwater. anyways, please message me if ur lookin to dual! also, i would like to build my own saber in the near future. i currently own a parks fusion saber, but would like to build my own with SOUNDS!!! if anyone has any tips on where to start let me know.


Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on April 08, 2010, 05:19:55 PM
Welcome fellow Oklahoman! Im a southside okc guy.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Dak TuKi on April 09, 2010, 12:10:09 PM
hey thanx man! where on the southside exactly?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Senti Xamas on April 09, 2010, 04:24:17 PM
Right near OCCC and I-240
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Dak TuKi on April 10, 2010, 10:22:49 AM
ah gotcha, thats cool. i have a buddy who goes to o trip.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Sephrom on April 10, 2010, 10:01:33 PM
Me and my two friends duel in Edmond or Norman on occasion (depending if we are at school)
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Dak TuKi on April 11, 2010, 10:50:05 AM
xxx yeah man. what kinda sabers r y'all rockin?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: JediCire on June 02, 2011, 09:04:10 PM
I live in Stilly most of the time too for school and am saving up to buy my first saber, a custom Vader's Vault saber, and i'll be looking to get together with anyone who wants to duel
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Klutzaber on March 21, 2016, 07:40:57 AM
anyone near Stillwater? I will soon have a saber and NEED someone to duel with.
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: KingOfDathomir on March 24, 2016, 03:40:36 PM
Not in Oklahoma anymore, per sé, but did live in Ponca City for the first 25 years of my life. Go Sooners!!!
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Guardianofwinds on April 26, 2016, 10:34:51 AM
Well, there is us " Tulsa Saber brotherhood" , and there is the Oklahoma TSL charter, the "YSALAMIRI" , which are located in both OKC and TULSA. check us out on Facebook if you have any further questions. the TSL charter I think is about 40 strong(not sure) and TSB is about 10. We'd love to have more folks come out. We even have a few members in norman
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Tobiasblackdh on May 25, 2017, 11:23:50 AM
Hey Everybody! I live in Tulsa and am looking to get into saber dueling. I have a kendo background and am about to start fencing but this is more up my alley. Im looking at getting a good saber. Is this thread still alive?
Title: Re: Anyone in Oklahoma?
Post by: Klutzaber on September 06, 2017, 12:56:02 PM
IM HERE! i have been looking on another forum forever for a sparring partner! i technically live in morrison but spend most of my time in stillwater.