Two-hour break to recover from fainting when Star Wars logo and fanfare blare out from monitor. Game started three hours later once first of many patches downloaded. Game subscription paid for once credit card not maxed out on pizza deliveries located. Game installed an hour later once heart rate had calmed to a level suitable for conscious thought.
Game bought in a flurry of sweaty anticipation the day after release. For MANY A dedicated Rebel soldier or Imperial Stormtrooper, the 'total' Star Wars Galaxies experience went something like this.
