Author Archives: Nick C. Piers

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About Nick C. Piers

Writer and creator of the Armadillo Mysteries, I've had a passion for the creative arts all his life. I'm an avid comic book fan, a DDP yoga practitioner , and urban cyclist.

Trailer: Muppets Most Wanted

Statler: Why do they call it Most Wanted? Waldorf: It’s the movie most wanted to avoid! DOH-ho ho ho ho ho ho! Alternate joke: Waldorf: Well, it looks like Kermit’s on the run. Statler: Too bad I wasn’t. Waldorf: What, … Continue reading

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Movie Review: All the Wrong Reasons

Society is filled with broken people. Some are due to horrible circumstances beyond their control. Some are the result of their actions, either directly or indirectly. Regardless, broken people continue to live day to day, sometimes just trying to cope … Continue reading

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What WWE is Missing: No More Authority Shenanigans

WWE has always had corporate figureheads. I grew up watching Jack Tunney making the big decisions like announcing Hulk Hogan vs. The Ultimate Warrior at WrestleMania VI. Others maybe remember Gorilla Monsoon. Most, however, I’d hazard to guess, will remember … Continue reading

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Excessive Swearing

In both my creative writing and chatting or posting on Facebook, I tend to avoid swearing. That’s not to say I don’t swear because anyone who’s a friend of mine on Facebook will know I swear. I’m especially potty-mouthed in … Continue reading

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Jack Kirby Would Have Been 96 Years Old Today

If he lived to today, Jack Kirby would be 96 years old. Jack Kirby not only broke the mould when it came to drawing comic books, but has influenced dozens, if not hundreds, of artists. His amazing, dynamic style added … Continue reading

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Music: Not Really My Thing

Some of my co-workers were having a discussion recently about Freddie Mercury. I don’t recall the conversation entirely, but at one point, they asked my opinion. I had to tell them honestly that I didn’t know who he was. I … Continue reading

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Bullying & Social Injustice

Without going into too much detail, this past year has been a tough one for me. Career-wise, I hit a huge brick wall last Fall. Depression has reared its ugly head quite often in the last year. Recently, I’ve started … Continue reading

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WARRIOR! Come Out and Play! Wait, no, hang on…

It’d be a hilarious trainwreck to see Warrior back in WWE for a few matches, Though I think the most we’ll see from him are these promos for the game, similar to when Macho Man promoted WWE All Stars.

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Why I’m Tired of Star Wars

Star Wars news in the last year has been primarily about two things: Disney bought the franchise rights from LucasFilm, and a new series of movies. We’re not just getting a new trilogy in Episodes VII, VIII, and IX, though. … Continue reading

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Man of Steel

Most people who know me know that Superman is my absolutely favourite character. I love that he’s this powerful being who chooses to do the right thing on a regular basis. I love that he’s just a farm town boy … Continue reading

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