> If anyone has any recommendations for a shooter to get besides blazing
> lasers, dead moon, dragon spirit, r-type, gates and/or lords of thunder,
> please let me know!
I'd suggest trying Seirei Senshi Spriggan, L-Dis, Gradius II, Star Parodier,
Final Soldier, and Super Star Soldier. I could name more I personally think
are good shmups; however, the above will set you on your way. If you can
afford it, though, I'd suggest picking up Magical Chase...it's a really good
card game; conversely, Ginga Fukei Densetsu Sapphire isn't really worth
picking up unless you are a rabid collector...too little bang for the extreme
buck. You're apparently into Dragon Spirit and R-Type, so you also may want
to give Dragon Saber (on card and a superior sequel) and R-Type Complete CD a
try.
Grant