Diamondback_Is_King

One thing I've learned about KI ever since getting a pass is that most people that visit KI have a season pass. It's cheaper than some other places and takes only two or so visits to make your money back

It gets super crowded by the ordering window, and it is not very ideal for waiting. This causes people to get angry/upset at other customers if they cut in line purposefully or accidentally. Then, customers start worrying that their order was missed or sitting up there cold, and cut the line to go and check, and then get other customers mad. Having people sitting and waiting in a clump is never a great idea. My idea is to do as @Losantiville Mining Co. said, a "platter menu" and do a line similar to Coney BBQ but wrap it around the building. As always, I will include an example and explain it: In my idea, the orange represents the food line that guests wait in. This "extended queue" if you will, will take up the walking space between the Scrambler and the Skyline building itself. But, I don't ever see many people using it, and the next pathway to get back there is not far at all. Next, the purple represents TV's that will be added to the side of the building to display the menu to guests waiting in line. The ordering process begins at the red section, which is where they will ask you whether you want Coneys or a "Way" (is that the name for 3,4, or 5 Ways as a whole?) This red section is similar to the Enrique's section where they ask you if you want Tacos, Burrito, or Bowl. After picking your "base meal" you head to the green section, which is where you get chili and toppings (onions, beans, etc.) if you want it on either your Coneys or "Ways". Finally, the blue section is where you get your cheese and crackers, as well as napkins, forks, etc. The brown section is where you finally order at the windows and get any drinks wanted and pay. The black is the drink station, which will be relocated. If you can see it, the gray is the divider that stops guests from getting refills, which is what KI likes to do. I'm not sure if I like this or not, but I included it for more realism. This way, the line prevents people from gathering in big clumps as they wait for their meal. I feel this also helps clear up the exit of Dodgem, which can get crowded with the Skyline orders. This is another issue with PotatoWorks, but it's only really busy towards the end of the night. So, I feel PotatoWorks is fine. Skyline definitely needs a change though. With this concept of mine, this allows the line to be controlled in a sense, and prevent guests cutting in line. If needed, the line can slow down because its one big line. What do you guys think?

I'm getting there when it opens, so hopefully I can get a few quick rides in before crowds start to come in

I will be there on Passholder Preview Day! Looking forward to getting back to the place I love! Here's some things I plan on doing on Friday: Diamondback-why not? Mystic Timbers Banshee Beast-going to check out the new retrack and see if it moves up my rankings like Racer did last year. Coney BBQ-going to check out any new items they might have brought back. Last year they added the Burnt Ends, which were alright. If only they had Corn Soufflé all year round, but then it wouldn't be as special during Winter fest. Gift Shop-to see any new changes/refurbishments Diamondback Bathrooms-to see if they were improved. Is it weird that I'm interested to see changes made to a bathroom? Can't wait for Friday!!!

Yes, a few weeks into last season they changed it. Honestly, they gave you so much food, I was surprised it wasn't that originally. A ton of people got double Orange Chicken (including me ), so they often ran out. I know some people that shared a meal plan and often went there because of the plentiful amount of food you got. Then they were upset that they changed it, because you couldn't really share a meal. But, Meal Plans aren't meant to be shared, so I would say a good decision on KI's part for limiting the food, as there was way to much to begin with. I wasn't complaining though

Dumb question: I've always purchased a meal plan online, but I was curious if you could buy it in the park. Obviously, you can get it from Guest Services, but Is there anywhere else inside the park? Can you buy it in places like Coney BBQ?

you know it's the offseason when... people get so excited about something, ANYTHING happening at KI that they forget to check the reliability of the source before sharing it with everyone

It just popped up now! This is going to be my new background! Not sure if you did anything to it, but thanks for looking into it! I appreciate it!

A couple of points to start us off! So I remember last year there was a sign sitting next to the Diamondback Coke Refresh Station say that ICEEs were coming to that location. I then remembered after a long time that they got some pre-made ICEE thing. I wasn't sure if this was it or not. In my mind, I thought they would be getting a whole new ICEE machine to put in there. Anyone think there will be a new bar put in by the end of the year? I really wish that the Feestyle machines were always open and had everything stocked. I really liked the way Universal does it, which is great. The machines are always stocked and they scan a chip at the bottom of the cup so that people can't cheat the system. If you still have some time left on your drink plan, it would then tell you how much time was left. But then I tell myself, "whoa there. You're comparing Universal to Kings Island" I'm not entirely sure if this is exclusive to Universal, or if others have it. If you did this with the Freestyles at Kings Island, it would allow for less scanning at the front of the line (which could eliminate the long lines during the summer) and allows for more drinking fast and easy. Win-win in my opinion. Although, I'm not sure if there is an added cost to this if it isn't Universal exclusive. Overall, I really love the Freestyle machines a lot, and has drinks everyone enjoys! Last year I had a super good waffle fry basket from Soak City, that I don't normally have. It was soft, warm, and had the right amount of crispy on the edges. I was actually surprised by this, and thought it was worth getting with my burger. I'm hoping they are able to bring back that amazing batch of fries!

So is it the same exact thing as before with a name change?

Thanks! Yeah ever since I joined KIC (November 19, 2024) it hasn't worked. It could be just a me thing, although it has never worked on my end.

I'm somewhat new around here (VERY new compared to others) so forgive me if it's been answered before. I was curious why the Diamondback background doesn't work. Is there just not a picture able to be on here, or is it something else? Just curious. It would also be cool to see a Banshee background as well

I saw that too! Haven't seen Mystic run yet...

The one in Action Zone is never open when I'm there, so it's their loss if they weren't open. I feel like Dippin Dots are losing their spark in theme parks. Sad, but true

Iron Gwazi has one of the most negative G moments and it's a 48' height requirement. Like you said, it is entirely on how the restraints are. That's why I was mentioning if it would change other Vest Restraint rides.

Kinda forgot about that!

They should add a drink station like in Rivertown right there in Area 72. There's virtually no shade in that area, and it can get really hot after waiting in line for Orion or waiting outside for party members to get off. You can get drinks there, but I feel a designated spot for drinks would be good for that area.

According to Disney, you can repaint it or add some theming changes and you could call it a new ride!

Interesting. I know Rapterra came out with a 48' height requirement, which was unusual because of the original 52' height requirement for all coasters with Vest Restraints. Holiday World was then notified by B&M that they could lower the height requirement from 52' to 48'. I'll be curious to see if any other Vest Restraint coasters get lowered (Banshee, Valravn, GateKeeper, etc.) Here's the Screamscape article: https://screamscape.com/html/holiday_world.htm

Yeah that's just the thing: I don't know when I'll go. I'm very grateful that I was able experience Cosmic Rewind on opening day, and that ride completely blew me away with no spoilers. But, it was the opening day, and there were no spoilers out. I ended up watching the Ministry queue, which was really cool! I heard that people are saying Battle at the Ministry is better than Monsters Unchained, which was highly praised (It is now open. Still, no on ride photos are allowed on any rides, yet some still risk their jobs and video the ride ). Regardless of when I visit Epic, at least I still have a Kings Island pass and I'm able to visit this amazing park whenever I want!

Well, I knew this day would be coming soon...Epic Universe videos are out. Universal has now allowed select people to take videos, but still no on rides. Not sure if all of these videos were allowed by Universal, so some may be taken of of YT soon. WARNING! THERE ARE SPOILERS AHEAD! Above are some videos of the park, specifically Dark Universe and Battle at the Ministry. Included in this "spoiler box" is the queue of Battle at the Ministry video, Monsters Unchained pre-show, and even a Monsters Unchained pov of the ride. I still haven't decided if I want to see the videos or not, but I included them below in case some of you guys wanted to see it. I want to see them SO BAD, but also want it to be a surprise when I go.

You could do a multi launch coaster that has two launches. The first part is orange, and the second launch is green. Have there be some top hat like Storm Runner at Hersheypark and the second launch start at the front gate. Think of that view at the parking lot and just seeing it zoom by during the second launch. Not only would it look cool from the front gate, but it would get the guests hyped up for a really fun day when seeing this cool fast launching coaster! This would kinda be like Velocicoaster's slow turnaround before hitting the second launch.

who "had" too much Skyline this morning Anyway, loved your joke

Another Siren's Curse update! That building next to the exit is a retail location, which was confirmed in the video.

It's always got to be Diamondback. Always has been, always will. Back row-right sight is preferred