shadow stepping`

c2tw · Basic Member Joined: 06 May 2006

I used to do this regardless of who was playing, half of the time it was with strangers. Then one time last year some guy was playing light mode, and i started s o r t a tricking, not realy just double footing single steps and knee dropping and such.

The guy after the song called me a moron for mocking him, the funny thing is that i wasnt trying to mock him but i could easily see how he could get offended.

Should i stop shadow stepping all together?
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Barbaloot · Trick Member Joined: 31 May 2005

Yes.
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c2tw · Basic Member Joined: 06 May 2006

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0rion · Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 2:21 am Post subject:

Do you enjoy having your knee caps bashed in? No? Then yes, you should probably quit.

Actually, the rule of thumb is, if you insist on shadowing, you should ASK the person if it's okay with them. I'm personally not easily distracted, and as long as someone isn't jumping around like an idiot (read: with the INTENT of looking like an idiot) or running in front of the screen, it usually doesn't bother me what people do. It really varies from person to person.

So, step 1: Ask them.

Step 2: When in doubt, DON'T shadow.
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PBoy227 · Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 3:15 am Post subject:

In all of my experience, shadowing lands you a spot in the "I Hate this nOOb so much" book of most experts.

5 years ago, when I started playing, I almost got my buttocks kicked when I put my damn quarter in the coin line while someone was playing.

Bottom line:
DO NOT SHADOW UNLESS YOU ARE INVITED. DO NOT ASK. Most good players will have little to no respect to someone who asks to shadow. And even less to someone who doesn't ask.

i r cartoonhero · Trick Member Joined: 01 Jun 2005 Location: bloomington, MN

if u got up and tried shadowing me, i would've bltched u out, literally, i and all of my friends hate people that shadow, it doesn't make u look good or anything, and it pisses us off cause ur screwing us up

Makilaz · Trick Member Joined: 15 Sep 2002 Location: Holden, MA

Don't EVER jump up and start shadowing without being asked. That's a good way to get the crap beaten out of you. If you absolutely have to shadow, at least ask first. Sometimes you'll find someone who really doesn't mind, but don't just get up there on your own.
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Synaesthesia · Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 7:56 am Post subject:

If you're shadowing, make sure you stay off the pad unless the player says you can. Even then, make sure you don't make as much noise as him. Nothing will earn you a punch in the mouth faster than making a lot of noise and throwing someone off time because you suck ass and don't know how to get Perfects.
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PBoy227 · Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 8:15 am Post subject:

AAAAAND, STAY THE frick OUT OF OUR VIEW WHEN YOU DO SHADOW OFF OF THE PAD!!!!!!!

OMFG, and do not frick run in ffront of me when I am playing. I will follow you down and make sure you remember that next time!

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0rion · Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 12:15 pm Post subject:

*Points above*

See what I mean? Many pros tend to be easily distracted and whine a lot if the gaming environment isn't EXACTLY the way they like it. Therefore, you're probably best off not shadowing.
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shurf · Trick Member Joined: 18 Feb 2006 Location: NJ

videoCWK! · Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 1:51 pm Post subject:

No, don't stop. But don't jump on the machine and start to shadow without asking. I usually don't mind, but some people are so good at distracting you it seems like they practise at home. The other day I nearly passed MAXX UNLIMITED and some guy came on the other pad and shadowed without asking. It was a bit distracting, and I failed.

metalgearbolton · Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 4:42 pm Post subject:

Personally, I would never shadow someone unless I have at least talked with them before. I've actually never shadowed a stranger either.
I've only shadowed with friends. My point; dont shadow complete strangers.

At least ask if you are bold enough to try shadowing a stranger.
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Comrade Jeff · Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 5:42 pm Post subject:

XohshitztonysbackX · Trick Member Joined: 10 Jan 2006

This guy ask if he can shadow and I really didnt care. But... why people get on the other pad and start shadowing?

I thought he going to shadow behind me or something.
Someplaces, I see like 5 guys shadowing behind me. its annoying. I see their reflections on the screen and sometimes I busted out laughing and failed.

neoderelict · Basic Member Joined: 17 Aug 2005

Iono I always play versus so if I'm alone I really don't care if anyone shadows.

However, if you shadow me, DO NOT: show off your wicked gay freestyle attempts (it's distracting and arrogant), shadow songs that are too hard for you, touch me / flail around, jump on halfway through, keep a running dialogue on when I screw up, ever shadow doubles, assume we're friends because I can ignore people on the other pad.

giuocob the night poster · Posted: Sun May 14, 2006 5:40 am Post subject:

Step 1: Post this in the "Share all (that's right, ALL) Arcade Experiences Here" Thread
Step 2: Stop shadowing without asking permission or you will be shot.

ColorOfSakura · Posted: Sun May 14, 2006 7:59 am Post subject: