Captain Nemo

Nothing like jumping the shark.

I can't wait till the new ghostbusters game comes out... oh and Kings Island as well!

Before any of you talk about how lame you think this ride is, hear me out. The coaster is NOT going to a amusement park. The coaster is being placed in nuerburgring, this area in Germany is a major motorsport race track. for 2009 they are adding major new attractions. It will become a museum and hotel, on top of that the new Ring Coaster we are all talking about. Obviously they are not looking to build a coaster with loops, twists and turns but something fellow racing fans can ride to simulate the experience of a formula 1 race car driver. I find the coaster fascinating and thrilling, no matter the layout it looks to successfully fit in with the theme and offer thrills.

I don't see a Mt. Tony or Mt. Tyler anywhere in sight!

Go Don, hes the man just look at that face in that last picture!

Honestly will they bump winter season back! December 21 just does not seem very fitting.

In response to 74Gibsonff and Beast1979, you both make a good argument. Manta is what you might say is "relatively basic". Most of the ride introduces elements that have already been used many times before. It seems that most of these 'newer' rides are going for that. Just take a look at The Dark Knight Coaster. Yes I have heard some very bad reviews for this ride and we all by now know its a basic indoor wild mouse coaster. But it took an old idea and made something new and creative out of it. It's almost 2009 guys, if you take a look at the history of rides and coaster you will notice that the designs and layouts are becoming more unique. A themed Topspin in a building (admit it it was a VERY cool and unique idea), a coaster that actually sprays water (Sheirka), even Diamondback has something unique with its own splashdown. If Diamondback were to just go into the breaks with no splashdown it would have been like any other B&M hyper. Were moving into a time where coasters are not just hills, loops, or launches, but more about the overall experience. Manta is not only the construction of the the coaster but of a musium. You get a personal overal understanding of the rays before you partake in the coaster. Remind you of Expidition Everest queue line? I believe that were moving into an age where rides can be what you may say 'cookie cutters'; however, the overall expirience and elements done on the ride make it a brand new expirience.

100% awesomeness! http://www.thinkercreative.com/finalsite/c...fly/freefly.php

Wow they are moving fast putting the ride together! FYI, I'm in love with that in-line spin! http://www.johnnyupsidedown.com/manta/sw438a.jpg

i figured that side would be the exit I believe that you enter from the left side and exit to the right. According to the blueprints that is what is planned.

Wow, that's to funny! That's going on my blog! What software do you use to make these?

Those horses are getting an eye full! I might give tours in my plane... I'll call it, "Nemos Diamondback Sierra Air Tours!" Heh, add that to the drawing.

I'm sure the pics think your sexy as well. . Looking at the drop from the plane gives you a new perspective on how massive the ride really is. Y'all laughed at me, Y'ALL LAUGHED! Whos a'laughen now? Since flying over KI in 2004 I can't agree with you more. Flying over KI has allowed me (and you fine folks at KIC) to witness the growing change. Now with Diamondback, it will be the new thing I search for when trying to find KI on the horizon.

Hows, Mt. Suhr (dedicated to Ryan)

It's all true, KI is not getting Diamondback, I along with KICentral have photoshopped every photo update! Thanks for the fly over comments everyone. From the plane you really get a new perspective of the size of DB.

Wonderful entry Avatar, I enjoyed seeing you on that day as well as the many others from this site! It was IMO Kings Islands greatest year ever. Its been an honor working with people like Ryan, Dane, Bill, Robbie, and Ronny during the events that happened this year. Can't wait to see you all next year!

In response to Smurfs sig, Artax don't let the sadness of off-season get to you! (I love that movie BTW)

Thanks for the great comments guys. I really appreciate them. More to come this off season guys!

You taking over my idea? Not cool. JK, don't care, idea is cool.

Whether the record was made or not, it sure was fun!

~BYE~ Best Year Ever 2008 On April 20, 2008, Kings Island opened up its gates for the season. We were all overjoyed to see our favorite rides returning for another great summer, but little did we know this would be the biggest summer ever for Kings Island. Welcome to the 5th annual ~BYE~ topic. Where do I begin, this past summer has been nothing but spectacular. Kings Island may be closing for the season but lets take a look at some of the accomplishments made this past year! April -Kings Island opens for its 37th season! -We are treated to new ride names and cool new logos! -Cinnabon Opens on International Street! -The Festhaus receives its first live show since the mid 90's, The County Line! -Nostalgia returns to Racer as both Race as they did when they first opened! -Tomb Raider is brought back more darker and more terrifying in... The Crypt! May -Robbie Knievel successfully jumps 24 Coke Zero trucks! June -Flashback:Totally 80's opens! -Girls Night Out opens in the Festhaus! July -Rick Wallenda beats his grandfathers High wire record! -Kings Island offers its greatest 4th of July fireworks displays ever! Augest -Diamondback is announced! -KICentral hosts its second event! -The Bradys return to Kings Island! September -Major League Eating! -Carmen Electra makes a special appearance at Kings Island! -For the 8th year in a row, Kings Island receives the Golden Ticket for best kids area! -World's largest line dance makes it into the Guinness Book of World Records at Kings Island! -Halloween Haunt returns more gory than ever! I think it is clear enough the Kings Island had the Best Year Every! Like before, This years ~BYE~ will have no poll, only a set of questions that you can answer. Answer each question giving feedback and reason for your decision. Let's get started! As seen above, every month this year had some spectacular event! What month was the best out of the 08' season? Did the word, "Nostalgia" Have its best year ever? What roller coaster in your opinion had its best year ever? What thrill ride? Did Halloween Haunt have its best year ever? What restaurant had the best food? What crew/area was best? The Crypt could be considered the new ride this year, did it have its best year ever? What new show in 2008 was the best in your opinion? What was the best thing that happened this year at Kings Island? What change from 2007 to 2008 was the best? Did Kings Island Central have its best year ever? Was 2008 Kings Islands Best Year Ever? What was the best park about this season, what about 2009 do you look most forward to? You may add more reason of why you think 2008 was the best year ever after these question. Please respect others opinions. Till next year, Have a great rest of your year! -Captain Nemo

I'll do one every week or two