This is an F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions) for the Zombamazomba Youtube account. Refer to this before asking me about anything related to me or my videos.
Who are you? What do you do?
I go by the username Zombamazomba. I am a video-maker who hopes to become a video game designer. I make a variety of videos, most notably Master Chief Sucks videos. I have also made rant videos, machinima, and video game reviews.
What is a "Master Chief Sucks" video?
These videos star Master Chief from the Halo series. It is usually a how-to video. Master gives bad advice on how to complete simple tasks. The first Master Chief Sucks videos were created by DigitalPh33r; this is his "claim to fame". The videos were about Master Chief's troubles while playing Halo games. Since then, users such as NinjaAdventures and UltraHypershadow have changed what a Master Chief sucks video is; thus, bringing more popularity to the new genre.
Who inspired you to make videos?
My friend told me about Master Chief Sucks videos, and after seeing a few, I couldn't wait to make my own. I credit DigitalPh33r, NinjaAdventures, and UltraHyperShadow as my inspirations for my Master Chief Sucks videos. My game reviews were inspired by the Angry Video Game Nerd, Armake21, and Ebeeto. Ratchet1993 inspired me to make the "Adventures of Agent 47" series.
Why did you rip-off (insert user here, usually DigitalPh33r)?
I didn't rip-off anyone. I credit my inspirations in the information sections of my Master Chief Sucks videos. Are my videos similar to others'? Yes, but I credit everyone who inspires me to make my videos.
Can I borrow lines from your videos, for my videos?
Let me tell you, when I can inspire someone to make videos, it's a great day for me. But please, if you borrow a line from me, put my name in the credits or info. (Putting me in the tags doesn't count.)
What programs do you use to make videos?
I use a variety of programs. Since Master Chief Sucks at Seeing an Opera, I have been using Ulead VideoStudio to edit my videos. It has more options than Windows Movie Maker, but is very simple. I use a program called Verbose Text-to-Speech to record the synthesized voices for my videos. You, however, can get text-to-speech voices already on your computer if you have Windows XP or Vista. Go into the control panel, then sounds and audio, then speech. You should have Microsoft Sam (Master Chief) as your default voice. You have to download the Microsoft Mike and Mary voices to get the voices I use for Sam and Cortana. This download can be found with a simple Google search. I have used Intervideo Home Theatre and a Gamebridge in the past to record game footage for reviews and my Adventures of Agent 47 series. I however don't recommend the Gamebridge, the video quality is bad and the device crashed on the second laptop I installed it on. Lastly, I use Adobe Photoshop to make special images. Here are the prices of my programs and where you can find them:
Windows Movie Maker - Free with Windows
Ulead Videostudio - around $150 at corel.com
Verbose - $28.20 at nch.com.au
Gamebridge (includes Intervideo Home Theatre) $25 at amazon.com
Adobe Photoshop (CS2, old, but what I use) - $200-$300 at amazon.com/ebay.com
How do you write your subtitles/what programs do you use?
I type my subtitles in Ulead Studio. I listen to the characters' voices to find a cue point, select my pre-made subtitle overlay, type my subtitles, drag into the timeline, shorten up the title to the cue point and repeat. Subtitles take me a while to finish because I try to type in large text so everyone can see it, and I don't like more than one line on the screen at a time. I also try not to spoil my jokes (joke in subtitle on screen before character says it).
What's "Master Chief Sucks at Fanmail"?
This is a series where Youtube users can send in fanmail and Master Chief will answer it in an episode.
Any rules for fanmail?
1. Limited swearing (May seem odd as Master Chief swears, but I don't want ridiculous profanity-fests like, "Why is fuckin' Sam such a shitty asshole?").
2. Send fanmail to me in a Youtube message.
3. Please send three questions maximum. If I use some of your fanmail, I will take one of your questions and answer it. In each episode, I will have 3 to 4 different questions from different users.
So I can send fanmail?
Yes, I had fanmail closed for a few months, but it is now open. If I don't answer your fanmail, or I did answer it and you simply would like to be featured again, you can send 3 questions each week.
What is the Chief Show?
It is a series that I created, in order to have more freedom with my video ideas. In this series, it is the set of a news show with Master Chief as the head anchorman. In addition to talking about real-life news stories, I throw in a few sketches each week. These may be interviews, movie/game reviews, or other fun skits.
What happened to The Adventures of Agent 47, Zomba's Crappy Reviews, Halo 3 Shorts, AVGN: Clips to Remember, and Useless Gaming Stuff?
I have scrapped alot of series, and I'm infamous for it. Basically, if I see a series isn't going well, I tend to end it, unless I really believe in the series. I ended these five series, and also have removed all of my game reviews, and the Useless Gaming Stuff series, mostly because I was embarrassed by them. I left the one Halo 3 Short I made, and The Adventures of Agent 47. AVGN: Clips to Remember is a different story. These videos were removed by a copyright claim from ScrewAttack, the AVGN's former website. I was furious, because I credited the copyrights, and if anything, I was promoting the AVGN, not stealing from him. I was especially angry because there were many AVGN videos that didn't cite copyrights, that weren't taken down. I digress.
Sometimes I see an ad to buy an iTunes song, on your video. What's up with that?
Youtube's audio-identification system has found some excerpts of songs I have in my videos. They put an ad for the song on my video. It is, in the end, a copyright issue. I have claimed Fair Use, but I have yet to here back from Youtube. So for now, sorry about the ads.
Can you help me make a video?
Of course I can. I just ask that you please write the script for the video. Do not ask me to make a complete video and let you upload it.
Any new series?
If you've followed my videos for a while, you know I create new series often. There is always some new idea I'm looking to pounce on.
Some tips for an upcoming video-maker?
Do what you want to do. Make the videos you want to make. If you face ridicule, keep on going. Never lose confidence. Don't let mindless idiots tell you that your videos suck. Set high expectations for yourself and stick to them. Who knows, you may be writing your own F.A.Q. soon!
Want to chat/play some time?
I don't have AIM. I have all 3 major next-gen gaming consoles. My Xbox gamertag is SuperSean0007. My PSN name is sean007. Right now, I don't have my Wii ID, but I don't use the Wi-Fi Online much anyway. I am on Live or PSN a few times a week. I don't usually play much with my friends, but you can send me a friend invite if you want to.
Can I ask you a question?
Assuming that you can't find your answer in the F.A.Q., send me a Youtube message.
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