Unlike every other bit of electronics I own, I want my portable gaming machines to be in no-nonsense cases. I'm not really sure why that is, but I've had quite a time of it finding something that did the trick.

Case Logic seems to be shooting for inexpensive and frill-free, which I'm totally down with.

The PSP and DS EVA Game Cases are hard EVA cases with a single mesh pocket for storing games or accessories, an interior strap to hold your console in place and a zipper. Both sell for $18 and come in black, blue or red.

The PSP Media Organizer is a foldable bit of neoprene that can store six UMD discs. A silicon band keeps the organizer closed. The DS version is essentially the same, but holds eight cartridges. Both sell for $10.

The PSP and DS Neoprene Game Cases are my favorite of the lot. They're form fitting and each come with a holder to carry a few extra games as well. Both of those sell for $15.

Fortunately, none of these cases come with one of those plasticky bits of crap that fit over your console forcing you to keep the case on during play sessions. (I'm looking at your DS).

Gaming Skins Are Here [GelaSkins]

By: Brian Crecente (Art by Fahey)

Last week's flurry of activity surrounding Jack and the Florida Bar isn't something new. It seems that the two have had quite a number of run-ins over the years.

Way back in 2005, intrigued by Jack's petulant attitude and seemingly unprofessional behavior in the court room and in front of television cameras, I contacted the bar to see what sorts of things that had on file about MR. T.

I only received two complaints back because under their interpretation of state law they argued they only had to provide me with closed cases. I've never really had a reason to post about them, but in light of this latest investigation I feel they could make for good reading material. Hit the jump for summaries of both cases as well as all of the scanned documents from the cases, for your reading pleasure. I've also gotten my paws on a PDF of the most recent complaint, all 40 pages of it. Brian Crecente

The Florida Bar v. John Bruce Thompson

Case No: SC07-80
Florida Bar File Nos: 2005-70,305; 2005-71,125; 2006-70,570;2006-70,766;2006-70,909
Date: 2006
Outcome: Still proceeding.
Summary: This case is about a number of alleged infractions on Thompson's part, in a number of different cases, but most of them dealt with his deft touch in an Alabama civil case.
After being allowed to represent the plaintiffs in an Alabama civil case surrounding the murder of two police officers and a radio dispatcher in Fayette, the court found that Thompson filed a complaint before getting that permission. The judge also found that Thompson spoke about the case outside of the court, sent letters to the court and "engaged in conduct that adversely reflects on his fitness to practice law." That included harassment, lying and intimidation, according to the judge.
Best Thompsonism: In a letter to the judge: "I was in your courtroom Judge, and I felt like Alice in Wonderland must have felt. It's okay for Mr. Smith to act like a Mafia thug, but it's unethical for me to point out the thuggery. What in Hell, literally, is going on here? This is utter, utter nonsense, and you're watching it, Judge."
Names the judge was called: knucklhead, bizarre, childish, improper, a player, a witness, an out-of-control tyrant
Names he called himself: A slithering snake, a pig slop
The full record: Download PDF here.

The Florida Bar v. John Bruce Thompson

Case No: None
Florida Bar File Nos: 2005-71,051
Date: May, 5, 2005
Outcome: No probable cause found because the Supreme Court of Ohio issued a finding that there was no evidence that Thompson engaged in the practice of law in their state.
Summary: In March, 2005, an Adams County, Ohio Special Assistant Prosecuting Attorney filed a complaint with the Florida Bar alleging that Thompson tried to inject himself in a case there despite not having an Ohio-license and being told by the judge he couldn't. He also continued to tell people he was representing the family in the case, despite the order, according to the allegation.
The Ohio attorney goes on to detail a laundry list of accusations including seeking publicity in the trial, lying, being disrespectful, being unprofessional and sending improper letters to others involved in the case.
Despite the fact that the Ohio State Supreme Court, and the judge presiding over the case, found that Thompson never practiced any law in the case, many publications, including Game Politics, Gamespot and the Columbus Dispatch reported that he would represent the family of Gail Knisley, shot and killed in November 2003 by Charles A. McCoy Jr., an avid gamer, while she drove on an interstate in the Columbus area.
Best Thompsonism: In a letter to the the Florida Bar's chief branch discipline counsel: "You can see in the correspondence the three cases in Ohio that prove I was no more practicing law in Ohio than I was playing centerfield for the Cleveland Indians."
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"Maybe he can conjure up some kind of cause of action against Ohio-based Bob Evans Farm Sausage for my illicit use of ham on my fists. This is the first time I can recall a Bar complaint that brings pigs into the discussion."
Names he calls others: a liar, thin-skinned, big fish in a little pond, blind, unprofessional, childish, ham-fisted.
Names he called himself: A center fielder for the Cleveland Indians, illegal user of... hams... on his... fists?
The full record: Click on images for the full-sized page.

The Florida Bar v. John Bruce Thompson

Case No: 78,765 and 79,339
Florida Bar File Nos: 89-71,062;89-71,416
Date: Oct. 1, 1992
Outcome: Guilty plea. Public reprimand for professional misconduct and $3,000 for costs.
Summary: This record was on the verge of being deep-sixed when I rescued it from the Florida Bar. Unfortunately, it is very light on details. All I can gather is that Thompson was accused of, and later admitted to, trying to get someone to hire him as a lawyer after the person already had one. He also admits to not doing an adequate pre-filing investigation in an unnamed case.
Best Thompsonism: Document is just a summary and totally lacking in quotes.
Names the judge was called: Document is just a summary and totally lacking in quotes.
Names he called himself: Document is just a summary and totally lacking in quotes.
The full record: Click on images for the full-sized page.

The PSP case was the one that first caught my eye. It's a steel case that has cut outs for your PSP, accessories and games. While I love the idea, the fact that the case has a smooth black exterior, and not one of those ribbed steely looking exteriors from Mission Impossible totally blew it for me. It doesn't even have a handle. Dammit!.

I do like their backpack and wheeled case, which allow you to cart your console around with all of the goodies still attached and upon arrival just hook it straight up to a television without having to pull the thing out. Yes, I'm that lazy. Brian Crecente

Now, Nintendo is getting into the game, partnering with United Arrows to release a series of pricey DS Lite cases from Briefing, Whitehouse Cox, and United Arrows sub-brand Beauty & Youth. These handsome leather and suede cases range from 8400 yen ($71 USD) to 16800 yen ($142 USD) and are worth every single penny. Or yen. Label whore that I am, I'll humbly request a review sample of each. Michael McWhertor

United Arrows Nintendo DS Lite Line Up [via Hypebeast]

You might not have much to put in your PSP these days (sorry, that was unfair), but you'll never be wanting for something to put your PSP in. Sony has collaborated once again with another luggage company to give Japanese consumers more storage options for their PlayStation Portables. This time its ZERO Halliburton, maker of fine aluminum cases. You know, Smuggler's Blues kind of stuff.

These things are pretty and functional, with tons of storage space for your AC adapter, games, and more.

Comes in silver for a mere 59,000 yen (about $500) or black for a paltry 69,000 yen (about $600). I've already ordered three of each, just to have a couple back ups. Why not get a couple as stocking stuffers for the family? Michael McWhertor

PS Pictogram X ZERO HALLIBURTON Small Collection

Here you go, the definitive comparison of this and the last generation of video game cases. I threw in Blu-ray and HD-DVD cases for good measure. Brian Crecente

Despite Ashcraft's totally girly claims to the contrary, pink is a feminine color. Other girly things include calling Nintendo 'Ninty', wearing dandelions in your hair and buying a pink DS Lite on release day: all acts of rampant femininity of which Ashcraft is guilty. Even Kotaku's token girl staffer — Crecente — is a bit disgusted by the scent of jasmine and honey that pervades Kotaku Tower when ever Ashcraft sashays into the room.

Still, now that he's got his pink DS Lite, he might as swish the whole hog and accompany it with this darling pink DS Lite leather case. Ashcraft! Let me know if you need a matching purse! Florian Eckhardt

Pink DS Lite Case [Famitsu]

Treasures or Trash? 5 PC Cases for Gamers [Tom's Hardware]

Japanese design group Gas Project are releasing a new line of designer Playstation Portable slipcases.

Surface to Air, Hideki Inaba and Colette each designed a case.

Surface to Air's case is red and features crossed bayonetes and the words New York Cards Surface to Air printed on its flip lid.

One side of Hideki Inaba's black case is filled with a list of all of the PSP's buttons and switches in giant white letters.

The Colette case is white with odd-looking black creatures staring at the four iconic Playstation symbols, which are printed in grey.

All three cases feature flip lids, a pocket for holding a UMD, a belt loop and shoulder strap. I think my favorite is the Surface to Air model.

PSPictogram {Playstation]