Spotlight on Shawn’s Voice Hangout - A Sci-Fi Theme voice Hub with Seven Locations to explore with friends

  

 

There are many hangouts in Second Life that host a variety of themed events. Shawn’s voice hangout is the newest sim on the grid that offers Second Lifers a place to chill on voice while exploring seven impressive sci-fi-themed HUB that you can teleport to using a stargate. It seems to be getting a lot of attention.

The SL Enquirer met up with the creator,  Shawn Peterson (colgate1981) to learn more about the sim and locations like the underwater exploration area, Shawn's voice hangout, game area, "Star Lounge” Gentlemen's club, “Club SG” Music venue, and an Escape Room by Mad Pea.

 

 

 Interview with Shawn Peterson (colgate1981)

 

 

SLE: HI Shawn, it is a pleasure meeting with you for a tour and interview about this amazing Sci-Fi-themed Hub, How did you discover Second Life, and what inspired you to create Atlantis?

 

Shawn: I discovered second life because a friend brought me here because I was wanting a social platform. I came up with the theme after a conversation I was having with a friend about Greek Mythology. I suddenly thought of the story of Atlantis and when I saw a stargate portal on market place I ran with the stargate theme.

 

 

 

SLE: This is certainly a unique kind of social platform and the theme is great! Did you design this sim yourself or do you have a team of designers that help you? Also was it a personal love of Sci-Fi or did you feel there was a need for it thinking Second Life, lacked Sci-Fi-themed sims?

 

Shawn: Sort of I have been bouncing ideas off of friends and using some of them to help me with the build. It’s also a personal love for Sci-Fi.

 

SLE: That is great you were able to ask your friends for their input. There are a lot of sci-fi fans in Second Life so you made a good choice. As you mentioned above, it is based on the TV shows Stargate and Stargate Atlantis. What did you specifically like about the series?

 

Shawn: I loved the Stargate movie but I never saw the series that proceeded just heard of it.

 

 

SLE:  We love the portal system you have in place and can see you put a lot of work into creating this Hub with 7 Stargate locations. How many Sims are there in total? 

 

Shawn: There are 7 themed areas on this SIM. It's like an onion with many different layers but tastes better.

 

SLE: Oh wow, I’m surprised you were able to fit all of that on one sim! Starting with the landing point, Shawn’s voice hangout. What do your guests do there?

 

Shawn: It's not subdivided so it's all Shawn’s voice hangout. There are table games and a bowling alley. So some people just stand around and talk and others play games together.

 

SLE:  You have a bowling alley and game tables at the landing point but you also have a game room. What is the difference between the two? Do you host tournaments and game nights?

 

Shawn: The landing area has newer table games and the game room has vintage arcade games. No, I don’t have tournaments.

 

 

SLE: I like that you have interactive activities for your guest to do together. The Escape Room by Mad Pea is a great activity to offer guests!  I’ve experienced escape rooms in real life but never in Second Life. They can be intense with all the riddles, and puzzles with a timer but a lot of fun to do with a group. Can you explain how it works in SL?

 

Shawn: It's pretty much a puzzle you have to solve in order to escape. You combine things that you find in order to get the next clue.

 

 

SLE: Nice! We will have to come back sometime and play! We noticed you have two Clubs for guests. Club SG and the Star Lounge which is more of a gentleman's club. Can you tell us a little bit about both and the gentlemen’s club also is it open for the ladies with special “Chippendale” night events?

 

Shawn: So the Club SC is a music venue where I host both Live performers and DJs. The Star Lounge is going to be a unisex exotic club it will have a ladies' night on Wednesdays.  

 

 

SLE: What is Kanhark used for? There is a beautiful view when you take the elevator to the top floor.

 

Shawn: It's Just a space-themed environment to explore I may have events there.

 

SLE: The space station is a neat build to explore for those sci-fi lovers. Do you do any roleplay there? How does it tie into the theme?

 

Shawn: No role play. You know how the movie stargate they have a gate that goes to other planets so that's why I have the location Kanhark.

 

SLE:  Oh I see. Finally, there is the underwater exploration location. It is very impressive with the underwater landscape with a hidden cave and shipwreck. What kind of activities happen there?

 

Shawn: It's just another area to explore for those who want to do more than just stand around.

 

 

SLE: It’s great that you have something for everyone. Are you currently hiring for this club or any location on Shawn’s Voice Hangout? 

 

Shawn: Yes I have auditions for both the Music venue and exotic club at Shawn’s voice hangout.

 

 

SLE: You and your team did a fabulous job on this design. We hope to see it flourish in Second Life. Thank you for your time.

 

Shawn: you’re welcome.

 

Teleport:  SLURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Miami%20District/119/167/1029

 

Preferred Contact: Shawn Peterson (colgate1981)

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Relay for Life DreamFair 2022 Needs Singers!

 

We have a 10-day Event from 31 March to 9 April to support Relay for Life. We are looking for Singers for some open spots on our calendars. In world contact Irish Serenity (irish75). We appreciate any inquiries. Please see the calendar linked to see timeslots available for booking.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1m7yI0wfnnC-LL0YPXCFAPDewKU8B_4Mao4TjzRPrSto/edit#gid=0

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Love is in the air Monday 14th Feb , 12 pm slt Formal Chris London Performer Live

 

Venue Showcase, Open to public now, Planned weekly events, Voted romantic venue, Nice place to hang out , play table top games, have coffee with a friend

Taxi: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Mirrors/99/124/29

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SQUID GAME SL HIDE AND SEEK HUNTHALLOWEEN SPECIAL: OCTOBER 31ST 2021 @12PM SLT

 

Don't have any Halloween plans? Well now you do, because this SUNDAY, Squid Game SL will be hosting a special Halloween event HIDE and SEEK HUNTbut with a fatal twist. This won't be your normal hide and seek game you grew up loving as a child. It's Guards VS Players with the last player found ALIVE taking home 1000Ls. Players will have ONLY 5 minutes to hide anywhere on our Squid Game sim and when the countdown is over, our highly trained skilled guards will take no mercy hunting everyone down. There can only be ONE last person standing. Do you think you have what it takes to survive? The event will begin at 12pm SLT. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the event starts. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT. See you there!

Keep up to date with Squid Game SL's latest news and events by following our NEW social platforms. Instagram: @squidgame.sl Discord: https://discord.com/channels/901111186785980496/901111186785980499 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK4I3UzJQhZ_yZ9YLTdur0A You can find us here! Landmark: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Eternity%20Lover/139/160/2002 Contacts: Owner and Frontman: Jim Kirk Lead Enforcer: herrRabe Socials and Marketing: chrisietinkerbel PA to Frontman: xQueenVictoria

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The 9th Annual Spookzilla Hunt

 

TR Events presents The 9th Annual Spookzilla Hunt October 22 - November 1 2021 Region: REDRUM Spookzilla is a region wide hunt with 146 participating stores. They have hidden prizes all over the region for 25L or less. The prizes are New Halloween / Spooky themed and they are difficult to find amongst the decor and landscaping. You can see their prizes & ghost texture at landing or our social media. Each store has a unique ghost and that is what you are looking for while hunting! This is hunt is NOT easy! No Grab n Go here! It WILL test your patience and make you lose your mind! It is meant to push all your buttons! Buahaha!! We hope to see you join us in our wicked games! Contact: TREvents Resident

Landmark: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/REDRUM/129/128/21 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/treventssl Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/spookzillasl Group: secondlife:///app/group/df8aa1a5-fdc8-93d5-e25b-764d3353bbb9/about

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SQUID GAME IN SECOND LIFE! First Tournament October 23rd, 2021 beginning at 12 pm SLT. 50L to Enter, winner takes all.

SQUID GAME IN SECOND LIFE! October 23rd, 2021 beginning at 12 pm SLT. 50L to Enter, winner takes all.

SQUID GAME is the latest Netflix survival drama series that is breaking the internet right now. For those of you who have not watched it, you are truly missing out on a twisted series based on Korean childhood games.  Written and directed by Hwang Dong-hyuk, the storyline is centered around 456 participants who are in major debt. In desperation, participants signed a contract and were given a card with a phone number on the back. They agreed to the terms and made the call to arrange for pick up. Participants are gassed to sleep so they do not know the location of the games. Once there, they are placed in a warehouse with beds and all wearing the same green tracksuits with numbers ranging from 1- 456. The first game is “Red Light, Green Light”...where they find out how the game really works. The prize to one winner is a whopping ₩45.6 billion.

We are excited to announce Squid Game is in Second Life! The SL Enquirer met with Jim Kirk, creator of Squid Game in Second Life for a sneak preview of this new interactive venue and the upcoming first tournament details on October 23rd, 2021. We hope to see you there!

Interview with Jim Kirk (jimbobkirk))

SLE: We are excited to see Squid Game in Second Life! Can you tell our readers what inspired you to create it in Second Life?

Jim: This all came about when I watched the whole squid game series and it just looked like so much fun to play! It was the talk of the town! Seemed as though no one had done an SL version yet, and I love building and scripting so I got started. Within a day or 2, we already had many visitors showing up. Though only the first 2 games were made by then. We've had amazing support from all of the SL community and we are so grateful so many of you are as passionate about this as I am!

 

SLE: We found you in SL search and knew we had to check it out. The Red light Green light set looks exactly like the one on the show.  I’m sure it was a lot of work getting it just right.

 

 

Jim: After a couple of days of working on it, I realized that with all the fuss about it, I needed some help! So my very good friend Bam (PrincessBamb1) came to help out. I worked on creating the games (coding and designing the games) where she worked on making the areas look the part! She's done an amazing job! Though watch out, she might be the one that shoots you ;)

 

SLE: Well you did a fantastic job creating replicas of the games. We have our tracks suits ready! What can you tell us about the games for those who have not seen the series?

 

 

 

Jim: All of the games except the tug of war (marketplace bought) were coded by myself. Though I do believe I will spend a long time improving them all ;) I gave myself the goal of completing (coding) one game per day, and somehow managed to stick to that plan.

 

SLE: I bet the traffic is starting to pick up in SL since this show went viral in real life!

 

Jim: We were so shocked to see that even on day 4 we were getting so many visitors. I spent no time advertising the place at all, I was just there building/coding every day. But every day more and more people showed up. With no advertising, it was amazing to see that on day 4 we already had over 20 group members.

 

 

SLE: We are proud to be sponsoring your version of Squid Games in Second Life and can’t wait to see it in full action. Can you reveal to our readers when the first tournament starts?

 

Jim: With our first tournament being on 23rd October 2021 beginning at 12 pm SLT. 50L to Enter, winner takes all.  we already feel like the place will be packed out on the day. Might even have to put a limit on entrants so we don't crash the sim!

 

So far we have all games completed, however, we will be working on visual improvements and giving it a more realistic feel for a long time to come.

 

SLE: Anything else would you like our readers to know about your version of Squid Games?

 

Jim: We even added the ability for our "Guards" or "Enforcers" to shoot players ;) Feel free to ask for a tour if you see one of our Enforcers around. They'll give you tips on the games and even shoot you if you break a honeycomb! We're really looking forward to this first tournament of ours, and we hope to see you there! 

 

 

It is 50L to Enter. The winner takes all and an exclusive interview with The SL Enquirer.

Sign up for the tournament here!  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Eternity%20Lover/77/176/1001

Join the Group Squid Games! 

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We are hiring Guards in Red Suits! 

Apply here: 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Eternity%20Lover/77/176/1001

 

Preferred Contact: 

Jim Kirk (jimbobkirk)

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Haunting Halloween Hunt - Tartarus Hideout 10/12/21 ongoing till oct 31st

 

Tartarus Haunting Halloween Hunt

Search in the Asylum of Tartarus

Find the Magic Keys that are hidden there from now to the 31st of October.

(Asylum area only)

Take the purple teleporter down from the Hub

The Red keys Contain a free random gacha as a gift, that is only one so finders keeps and first come first serve on that. (red ones you must buy it for 0 Zero, linden and take it after, please remember to take the key after paying zero for it, that is important) Silver Keys contain more gold as a bonus. The Gold key contains a special surprise. (do consider what you would like to keep with that) A limited-edition battle crystal is available as well in the hub, after October it will not be seen again. You can buy it with gold that is accumulated in the sim or lindens if don't wish to wait, the battle crystal is very worthy of its title and a very cute addition. The tarot system is complete and ready to be used, when a level is made you get multipliers that enhance battle hits. If you need help with leveling please contact us. Thank you from Tartarus Hideout and we hope you have a great hallows eve. yay, spooky month <3

TELEPORT: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Last%20Storybook/128/29/48

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Events Presents: Vile Victorians - A Halloween Celebration

 

Enjoy Halloween shopping, then, let the disembodied voice be your guide (check local chat for guidance). Explore the picturesque autumn landscape as the phantom car drives you to all the best attractions on site. Explore the interactive Dead & Breakfast, solve the word puzzle inside to win the prize on display. Exercise your brain in the escape room and become a grave robber for Free Gifts and treasures! There is so much to explore at Events Presents, great on your own or with a group. Open all month long. Visit our website to find out more about this and upcoming, interactive events.

➤ Event Location: tinyurl.com/4cncfc2c

➤ Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/7yw8dn4m ➤ Website: www.eventspresents.net ➤ Discord: Maiya#3760

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CrystalCraze, SecondLife's Newest and Hottest L$ Hunting Game!

Are you a hunter in SecondLife? Are you a landowner in need of traffic? Are you looking for some fun and want to make free L$ on the side? Then come join us at CrystalCraze - the newest and hottest fun-filled, competitive and interactive hunting game on the grid.

Never played a hunting game before? No worries, we have you covered! We have a handful of mentors available and happily awaiting your arrival to show you all the ins and outs of the games.

Perhaps you are a landowner needing traffic, but have no idea where to start? We have that covered too with our knowledgeable and friendly support staff, available whenever you need them!

Our crystals are beautifully colored and rez randomly across your parcel, never staying for very long, especially when the hunters get moving!

Our landowner's package is free while we are in beta testing! That’s right, FREE. Our tax is one of the lowest on the grid, coming in at only 20%!

Please Join us http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Eduisland%202/73/18/1000 Our Moderators are waiting to assist you!

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ISOLATE TOGETHER AT SYNERGY ISLAND

                   

All of us at Synergy Island hope this finds all of you and the ones you hold dear safe in these trying times. This is the time when those of us in SL can gather together safely and enjoy some fun with our friends. We want you to know at Synergy Island we have a lot of fun things you and your friends can do here. 

Our main landmark is: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Synergy%20Island/168/145/23

We have a 2 floor very low lag game room with all your favorite board games. A bowling alley with 3 lanes, one of which features our monthly bowling contest as well as some awesome realistic pinball machines. 

Around the SIM are jukeboxes that feature the Wolfhowls live radio stream 24/7. You can even click on the juke,  go to the request page and queue up 3 requests every 18 minutes! Your request(s) will normally air within a few songs. 

There are three clubs on the SIM with events Thursday through Sunday nights. We have an online calendar that lists the events, here is the link: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=synergyislandmain@gmail.com

Looking to shop? Our shops are:

NORTHERN SKY CREATIONS: Reasonably priced women’s wear from casual to formal and everything in between. Including those sexy items for that someone special. Here is your landmark http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Synergy%20Island/206/149/23

SEXY SWEET HAIR SALON: All types and styles of hair for women and men. http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Synergy%20Island/140/87/23

WICKED INK: A wide range of quality tattoos for men and women. Also custom tattoos are available. http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Synergy%20Island/140/76/23

Please hunker down and stay safe in RL and come visit us with your friends to have some fun on SL. 

If you have any questions feel free to contact Mark Ussy in-world.

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Qualify for the Weekly Tournament at Virsino Games!

GREED running all day, every day. Qualify for our Weekly Tournament for L$25,000!! Win on our Solo Games. Or just come to hang out with fun people from around the world.

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Looking for something fun to do in SL? Check out Galaxy Bowling and Arcade Games

Bring a date or some friends to enjoy the best bowling and arcade games in Second Life. We have a snack bar, drinks, and plenty of seating. Owner: Grim Bracken

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreyfus/82/81/1502

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Do you enjoy games? Looking to rent a shop to sell your products or just want to shop?

Maybe looking for a vehicle, or maybe a place to relax and hang out with friends

or make new friends

Maybe you like horses or cat's, fawns or just animals in general?

then maybe A dragon's lair is wat you seek

we even have something unique the pop up market once we have enough contestants to join the pop up market there will be a theme set to challenge builders.

where you can find Gacha's  and bogo's (buy one get one) or B2GO (Buy 2 get 1)

find out now at A dragon's lair

+ picturecontest a Dragon's charm.

 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Serena%20Paradise/153/109/21

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Georgia Classic Rock Cafe-Where we play the best in classic rock and so much more

You will find much more than just a building here,  there is the club with an open deck to dance while you listen to the music, a breathtaking view of water and mountains surrounding the club makes you feel like the world has slipped away.  We welcome you to relax and focus on making new friends or being with the one you love. 

Georgia Classic Rock Cafe started as a dream. I wanted a club...something I couldn't have in real life. Just a place where I could play my music. Being born and raised in Georgia...surely SL would bask in my Southern Rock, and if it didn't...just keep it classic.

 It started out in a very small building, with a different name. It was actually a coffee shop on the first floor and a dance area on the second.  It has grown into a much bigger building on a much bigger parcel of land. Not to mention,  bigger variety of music.

Georgia Classic Rock Cafe is located on Dancing Swan Island. The sim is owned and operated by Sheridan Barth. Friends call her Sheri. We think it's the perfect place to be. All Sheri asks is that we don't crash the sim.

Now let me introduce myself. My name is Rick Scott (rickscott1955), and along with my wife Amber Scott (amber.lefavre)...we are the owners of Georgia Classic Rock Cafe. I am the Georgia part of this rocking duo....born and raised there..and I guess I'm also the Classic Rock part. So what does that make my lovely wife Amber. That's easy...she's the boss and a Florida girl. 

Amber does all the booking for the club along with a couple other venues that she manages. Without her it would just be me and not a multitude of live singers. I DJ at the club on occasion and I will give you the best in classic rock and so much more.

Since our opening in the Fall of 2016, Amber has booked some of the best talent in Seond Life.

The month of June includes Gabriel da Silva, Max Kleene,  Sassy Nitely, Savannah Rain, Maxx Sabretooth, Toxic Darkmatter, Paul Nowles, Jack Slade, and Quartz....with so many others . 

You can join the Georgia Classic Rock Cafe group,  or if you do not have space to join,  visit the club and hit the subscriber so you will get a notice of who is playing and when ,  You do not want to miss these amazing performers.

If you are into games and entertainment, there are game tables in the yard such as Greedy, Skippo, Can't Stop, On A Roll and even Cheesy for the kids.

They are convieniently located  outside of the club so you and your friends can enjoy friendly competitions before or after shows.

For our guests who like a little bit of privacy, there is a private VIP deck for group members that has a pool, hot tub, and a few other surprises. 

Dress is what you want it to be, in the South we call that casual. We hope you will come by and bring your friends, become part of our Georgia CRC family. We want this to be a place where you were entertained, but more importantly, we want you to just have fun!

  So come enjoy our southern hospitality, and if that's not enough, how about the best in classic rock.

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dancing%20Swan%20Island/15/134/27

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