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#127858 Pirengle's Guide to FanFic

Posted by VigaHrolf on 29 June 2004 - 07:32 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

We could get a whole series of Jan and his Lady Turnip stories, tales of passion and betrayal, seduction and culinary arts!  And frankly, I don't think the world is ready for that. 

No, certainly isn't...

Thank you, I will be sure to send you the bill for my counseling to rid myself of the nightmares you just bestowed :P

Anything I can do for the service. However, please note that all bills will be sent to Central Processing, which is currently located in the Marianas Trench. Once they are processed, then and only then can payment be remitted.

And as of yet, we have not developed a vehicle that can transfer the bill to Central Processing. But I have top men on it.

And JPS...

I'm glad sanity kicked in. I really really am.

VH


#127737 Pirengle's Guide to FanFic

Posted by VigaHrolf on 29 June 2004 - 12:49 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

A few random things:

TCPH's "People to Hate" - where can I find a copy? Not that I really need more help with this, but its always fun to have more sources.

Random historical fact:

"Everyone's Gospel is different--even in the New Testament, there are four recountings of similar events, as told by Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. (I think--not familiar with the New Testament.)" - you are right on the official Testaments, but there are believed to be a number of others that didn't make the final editorial cut for the "New Testament." Some were too strange, too goofy, or impossible to verify. Others.. well, others just didn't josh or were redundant. Just an interesting little fun fact.

"And thank you, VH, for your comments. Very much appreciated. And I haven't seen userunfriendly yet. ;)" - you are welcome. And for the safety of all involved, lets make sure UU doesn't see that little bit of inspiration you could possibly have handed him.

We could get a whole series of Jan and his Lady Turnip stories, tales of passion and betrayal, seduction and culinary arts! And frankly, I don't think the world is ready for that.

No, certainly isn't...

VH


#127714 A Meeting of Like Minds

Posted by VigaHrolf on 29 June 2004 - 11:48 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Removed by author for editing.


#127710 Pirengle's Guide to FanFic

Posted by VigaHrolf on 29 June 2004 - 11:42 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Tis very true. Og was not exactly a master of symbolism or of higher themes. He was more, your basic storyteller. And he was quite hungry. And not just for mushrooms. ;)

Hey, smooth talkers always do well, ya know what I mean?


#127707 Pirengle's Guide to FanFic

Posted by VigaHrolf on 29 June 2004 - 11:33 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Fear and Loathing in the Cricket Field...

Interesting. So what did the cricket bat symbolize? Power? Repression? or is a cricket bat sometimes just a cricket bat?


#127705 Pirengle's Guide to FanFic

Posted by VigaHrolf on 29 June 2004 - 11:28 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Why thank you sir. But I do have a question, have you heard Og's "Pretty Mushrooms" story? Why it rivals even Jack Kerowac (sp I know)'s Electric Kool Aid Acid Test!


#127703 Pirengle's Guide to FanFic

Posted by VigaHrolf on 29 June 2004 - 11:19 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Interesting piece here.

There is one part that I most certainly agree with. In fact someone should go out there in write it in stone. Or what ever the electronic equivalent would be. You never know when your computer is going to go fritzo, or even worse, the forum or the route there. And you can lose a whole day?s worth of work.

I lost a whole story that way. Was writing it in the message field, posted but my session had expired. And the whole thing went kerflooie. Would have been a funny one too. Oh well.

I also agree very strongly with the waiting period. Its kind of like the reason we have a waiting period for firearms purchases in the US. You don?t the passion of the moment overruling good judgment. I?ve been in the fit of writing and just wanted to post, to get it over with. But everything needs a once over. So that oh, such little things as verbs show up. Verbs are very important. I sometimes forget them. Or have half finished sentences.

Some additions/comments:

As to story types:
Instead of the ?big evil?, I?d call it the classic struggle. That particular type has dominated storytelling since Og told Nod a story about the big rock and the cave bear. (If you haven?t heard it, its really great. Especially the bit about the pointy stick)
Nor do I really think that this type is bland and boring. They can in fact be extremely exciting and rewarding. I am quite fond of the classic struggle, from the Odyssey to Lord of the Rings.
The Humorous ? the kind of funny story that isn?t parody or satire. It?s just supposed to be a fun little tale about some event or happening where the main purpose is to make people laugh. Also known as the extended joke.
The Experimental - in online storyboards and in fanfic, you?ll run into these from time to time. Basically, the author wants to test some aspect of his/her writing skills that so far has been untested. It could be writing a romantic scene, a battle scene or it could be a perspective change, writing in the 1st when you write usually 3rd. Luckily, these are usually predicated by a blurb saying that is experimental.


And one humorous note..
?If your story contains a scene with Jan getting amorous with a turnip, make sure your readers know there?ll be some hortosexual situations in your story.? ? and this.. this is just frightening. I mean.. ye gods. If certain people ever see this.. who knows what madness would be unleashed!! For the love of us all, never say such things again!


#116984 Comments on "A Meeting of Like Minds"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 17 May 2004 - 07:52 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

MG,

Thank you for the compliment again. I'm glad you like the 'etheral' chapter as I refer to it.

As to other material... it may appear. It just may. I've got a little more time, so it just may.

The Cursed,

The idea came from the fact that I've always believed that extremely powerful artifacts, such as a Holy Avenger would be something beyond a simple magical tool. Especially something more divine like a HA. So I thought more about it and came up with the idea of Carsomyr being 'sentient' Carsomyr, at least Aleria's Carsomyr, is not quite the same as the ever amusing Lilarcor, but has a definite pyschological/mental/spiritual aspect that can be addressed.

As to turning it to the game, I'm not exactly sure what you're asking. Do you mean turning it into more of a mod type thing or more of a 'will we get to see Carsomyr interact with the rest of the game' kinda thing?

VH


#115647 A Meeting of Like Minds

Posted by VigaHrolf on 10 May 2004 - 08:09 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

Removed by author for editing.


#115361 Many Meetings

Posted by VigaHrolf on 09 May 2004 - 12:02 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

I was just thinking that an RP would be better served by multiple writers - it's just as challenging and everyone is then allowed to develop their own character and get deeply involved in the story instead of it lerching one way or the other.

I enjoyed the RP from FWp, while it lasted.  ;)  
..and, as moderator, you (VH) could (now) delete the stray postings that occurred.

Cybersquirt,

First, love the Zhaan avatar.  

Second, you have an excellent point about the threaded tale, that as a mod I could at least ensure that no one disrupts the flow.  So if there are those who really want to run this, I will be available for shepherding and the like.

Third, glad you liked the FWP roleplay while it lasted.  It was good fun and I think it had a good crew.

VH


#114695 Many Meetings

Posted by VigaHrolf on 06 May 2004 - 09:38 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Ahh yes...

Read this and while I don't think its a good idea, I don't necessarily think its a bad idea. It has just generally been my opinion and experience that round robins like this don't work unless you have a set crew and an overarching idea of what this crew wants to do. Otherwise you might go interesting places, but you could also get story yanking and such. Or people jumping in to just disrupt or yell strange things.

What MG is refering to that I ran, a more cooperative story telling system with an established leader or DM, I think would be more successful. Then everyone takes a character and you spin your story that way instead of fighting over how the MainChar will develop. Sure, its more constrained but its more likely to be successful and rewarding.

Just my two cents.

VH


#114345 Comments on "Calimshite Silk, or Good Advice

Posted by VigaHrolf on 04 May 2004 - 12:49 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

Farsal,

Some funny funny stuff there. The repeated lines by Ano and K were especially funny. Two jealous men seeing 'their' lady in nice silky lingerie.

Course, they coulda just enjoyed the view. :D


#114342 Comments on "A Meeting of Like Minds"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 04 May 2004 - 12:43 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

MG,

Thanks for the kind words. :) And I'm sure you're happy to see a piece of my work appearing on the FW forum. Since I'm a mod and all. :)

Bey,

:D Thank you. I know you like the story of my young paladin lassie Aleria, and I figured I should bring her over for a visit.

As to other goodies.. I have NO idea what you could be talking about. ;) ;)


#114132 A Meeting of Like Minds

Posted by VigaHrolf on 03 May 2004 - 09:22 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

Removed by author for editing.


#113106 Got a Question?

Posted by VigaHrolf on 28 April 2004 - 07:16 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

Kaos,

VigaHrolf here. First, posting is free to anyone who wants to do so. Unless they want to give me money, in which case, I accept. :) But, as my co-mod is so fond of saying, "Just jump into the pool"

I would add, don't wear cement shoes when you do it. :D

As to proofreading and such, send MG a PM. She's coordinating that effort.

VH


#113032 Comments on "Anaria"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 28 April 2004 - 10:20 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Ru,

I'm really enjoying the Tale of Anaria.  I'm quite curious as to what is next.  How will Ano react?  Kelsey?  What about Imoen and Jaheira?

And will hear more from Sarevok.  I'm sure he'll have a few nice and kind and comforting things to say. ;)

VH


#112102 Comments on "Back To His Senses"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 23 April 2004 - 08:31 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Bey,

Yay!  Back to his Senses.  A truly wonderful piece of writing, if I say so myself.  I remember the first time I read it and I was pleasantly surprised.  And it got better from there.  

And I will also echo Theo in that your portrayal of Valygar brought that character to life for me in a most amazing way.  He went from just the tactiturn guy with the past to a vibrant, interesting and exciting character.  Thanks again!

VH


#111680 Comments on "Rest in Pieces"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 21 April 2004 - 08:43 PM in Scribbles on the Wall

Bwahahahahahahaha

Kelsey getting chunked after his invention worked! Bwahahahaha!

I loved this story before and I love it even more again. A great and wonderful piece of madness. So many are not immune to the power that is UU. Many have fallen under his dark sway. :D

Its great, isn't it?


#111580 Comments on "Rush Of Blood To The Head"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 21 April 2004 - 10:49 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Theo,

Hehee.. nice pic.  I think the box was better though. :D :D

And as to druidess and snugglage.. I may be Anti EATCO, but that doesn't mean I don't like elves.  I just don't think they're the greatest thing since sliced bread. ;)


#111505 Comments on "Tarric Senden"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 21 April 2004 - 08:02 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

CDR.

Good to see Tarric running about the board.  And it is looking quite solid in its construction as well.  Good work.. and I know you so loved having to convert from HTML ;)

VH


#111500 Comments on "A Days Hard Knight"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 21 April 2004 - 07:30 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Hehehehehehe... Edwina Edwina Edwina.

Hehehehehehehehehe

Nice piece Bri. Most enjoyabel and quite funny. And I to want to know how Boo resuced her...


#111492 Comments on "Rush Of Blood To The Head"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 21 April 2004 - 07:16 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Theo,

As the duly appointed representative of Anti EATCO, I welcome you here, you crazy elf lover. ;)

And its good to see the ol Rush rushing about.  :D

Course... I do wonder a bit about the box thing going on.... but I'll just leave it at that. :D


#111490 Comments on "Twists of Fate"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 21 April 2004 - 07:14 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Ru,

Two great pieces here. Loved em both, although for entirely different reasons. The romantic comedy for the just the sheer amusement of it. It is just outright funny. :D

Keldorn... that's just harsh. I really like it and you can just feel the old knight's concern and pain. And his death so.. tragic...

Great stuff. MORE!!! ;)


#110376 Tavern Fights!

Posted by VigaHrolf on 16 April 2004 - 12:30 PM in IE Mod Ideas

This sounds like it could be an amusing mini mod to add a good bit of color to the game.  Not just necessarily tavern fights, but other things going on in taverns.  Romantic rendezvous by just random people, women of negotiable virtue advertising and even propositioning PCs and NPCs, storytellers, con artists and all the ilk.

And a few good brawls, either between randoms or some random and the party, with the potential for non violent conclusion and some good banter.

And just random fun like, some poor sob is drinking and you talk to him.  He's depressed and you ask why.  His lady has dumped him and if you actually listen, you can give him some advice, some good, some bad, some designed to just piss him off.  Then maybe see them make up of blow up.

Some random encounters with the Amnian characters associates could be fun.  Meet Jan's cousin Rudolph, Nalia's friend Deiter, and Anomen's poker circle, etc...


#110366 Comments on "Class Reunion"

Posted by VigaHrolf on 16 April 2004 - 11:04 AM in Scribbles on the Wall

Seif,

I remember this little gem. And it just as funny the second time around. A great episode of Mischaracterization Theatre.

Thanks for bringing it back!

VH



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