The Veil Lifted Discussion Thread - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

piosenniel · 10-27-2006, 09:29 PM

Welcome All!

From Bêthberry’s opening post to this autumn season’s game:

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The Veil Lifted awaits gamers who want to savour the treats (and a few tricks) in the challenge of imagining Tolkien’s Middle-earth in the 7th Age. It is middish in the 7th Age and our story takes place in New Ford.

Like The Yule Log , this is an informal game for all who care to join—a Hallowe’en Handout for us Downers.

Your moderators are piosenniel and Child of the 7th Age. Watch for an appearance by littlemanpoet as well.

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Since this is an open game, no formal character bios are needed for play.

Let the opening post spark your imaginations and come as a 7th Age (present age) character and enjoy a night of trick-or-treating, pranks, and the possible appearance of those long ago characters of Middle-earth who began to fade as the Age of Men began.

Consider the Discussion Thread now open for questions, rants, plottings, etc.

Have fun!

piosenniel · 10-27-2006, 09:29 PM

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. . . I always ask myself if any of these words or euphemisms for cursing would be found in Tolkien's works. So I always say no to cursing and to any 'pseudo-cursing'. They need to keep it clean. -- per The Barrow-Wight

Naria · 10-28-2006, 02:44 AM

This sounds absolutely delightful!! Since we don't need character bios, does this mean we just think of a name for our character and go full steam ahead? Ooooo, I can't wait to throw some rotten eggies

Glirdan · 10-28-2006, 07:21 AM

This should be quite interesting! I loved the Unforbidden RPG of last year so this should be quite fun as well!

Bêthberry · 10-28-2006, 07:36 AM

It's an informal game, which means you can simply go right ahead and post in character--knowing in your head who your character is and how you expect him or her to develope and act. Characters and posts must still follow the gaming guidelines which pio has posted here and which are explained more fully in The Golden Hall and the Redbook, in the Shire.

As with The Yule Log, this isn't "my" game and, in fact, because of RL committments, I likely won't be able to post much myself. It belongs to the gamers who write and post here. You can work out the details of plotting here on the discussion thread.

Make it a grand scary, light-hearted, fun game!

Bêthberrrry

Glirdan · 10-28-2006, 09:13 AM

Okay, posted. Hope you don't mind Noinkling but I couldn't help it!! You presented the perfect opportunity for me!

Folwren · 10-28-2006, 05:23 PM

It looks fun, but I've never been trick-or-treating before and wouldn't know how to behave...

-- Foley

Forest Elf · 10-28-2006, 05:43 PM

This should be fun, I've already got my post up.

Celuien · 10-28-2006, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Folwren

I've never been trick-or-treating before

Same here.

Actually, that gives me an idea...

Folwren · 10-28-2006, 06:48 PM

Oh wow! Two people have told me that now! I thought my faminly was the only family who didn't ever do that...*chuckle*

Well, I've been pretty much talked into joining through PM. You can blame Kath if I decide to add some character(s).

-- Folwren

Celuien · 10-28-2006, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Folwren

Oh wow! Two people have told me that now! I thought my faminly was the only family who didn't ever do that...*chuckle*

That's what I thought about my family.

Because I'll never miss a chance to share kitty pictures, here's the inspiration for Midnight. That's my sister's cat. I would never make my kitty wear a sweater.

Firefoot · 10-28-2006, 08:25 PM

I hope you don't mind that my characters are planning on making some trouble for Becca, Celuien... I promise Midnight won't get hurt...

littlemanpoet · 10-28-2006, 09:27 PM

Hiya Forest Elf, have you got someone in mind as your first victim? What about a sixteen year old Aragorn wannabe? Or not?

Celuien · 10-28-2006, 10:05 PM

A quick word on scenery...

Becca lives in an end rowhouse. There are three steps up to the front door from street level, though the house is set back from the main sidewalk by a small front garden. The garden wraps around the three open sides of the house (right wall shared with the neighbor). The garden is largest in the back and the side garden ends on a small alleyway. The house is red brick with a black door like this one, only with a brass knob, letter slot, and lock, and the other difference being that the door is black. There's a black iron railing on the steps. All of which works with what Firefoot has written, since I'm sure that garden includes a lawn.

Cel is feeling detail oriented. And very visual.

Firefoot · 10-29-2006, 06:21 AM

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Cel is feeling detail oriented. And very visual.

That's good. I hate having to ask people about things like that...

Dimturiel · 10-29-2006, 08:26 AM

Well, well, this looks intersting. I think I'm going to give it a try.

Child of the 7th Age · 10-29-2006, 09:11 AM

Ok, post up.

I am assuming that the 7th Age would include the present world of Tolkien scholarship as well as the Barrowdowns. I have more ideas in this direction later.

Folwren · 10-29-2006, 08:06 PM

Alright, I've given in. I introduce my two character, Ellen and Josh, brother and sister. Ellen's probably about 16 and Josh 7.

Fea, I've picked on your Tish character. Answer when you've a chance, it's half a blessing that you won't be answering too quick, as you implied above, because I'm quite business enough without this game.

Elempi, I have to say...your character is hilarious!

-- Folwren

Feanor of the Peredhil · 10-29-2006, 11:57 PM

So you caught me taking a quick break before bed/Macbeth.

No worries on rushing any response. I'm in no hurry.

Dimturiel · 10-30-2006, 12:21 PM

Well, for all those intrested in my character, here are a couple of things to help you. She is somewhere in her twenties. She is tallish with long black hair and green eyes. I hope this helps.

Celuien · 10-30-2006, 12:48 PM

If anyone is wondering what Becca looks like, she has dark brown hair that falls between her shoulder blades, brown eyes, and (since it's autumn) is fairly pale. Middle height, slender. Likes to wear flowing, ankle-length skirts, sweaters and boots. She's somewhere in her late twenties. Profession: harpist in the city's opera orchestra. Also teaches harp at a music school.

I'll pick up the search for Midnight again later today.

Durelin · 10-30-2006, 02:38 PM

As far as I could tell there wasn't any rule regarding animals, but if my post is not satisfactory, I will be happy to delete it.

10-28-2006, 02:44 AM	#3
Naria Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 500	This sounds absolutely delightful!! Since we don't need character bios, does this mean we just think of a name for our character and go full steam ahead? Ooooo, I can't wait to throw some rotten eggies __________________ MONEY Anyone who says it doesn't buy happiness.....is probably broke.

10-28-2006, 07:36 AM	#5
Bêthberry Cryptic Aura Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 5,996	It's an informal game, which means you can simply go right ahead and post in character--knowing in your head who your character is and how you expect him or her to develope and act. Characters and posts must still follow the gaming guidelines which pio has posted here and which are explained more fully in The Golden Hall and the Redbook, in the Shire. As with The Yule Log, this isn't "my" game and, in fact, because of RL committments, I likely won't be able to post much myself. It belongs to the gamers who write and post here. You can work out the details of plotting here on the discussion thread. Make it a grand scary, light-hearted, fun game! Bêthberrrry __________________ I’ll sing his roots off. I’ll sing a wind up and blow leaf and branch away.

10-28-2006, 05:23 PM	#7
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	It looks fun, but I've never been trick-or-treating before and wouldn't know how to behave... -- Foley __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

10-28-2006, 06:48 PM	#10
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	Oh wow! Two people have told me that now! I thought my faminly was the only family who didn't ever do that...chuckle Well, I've been pretty much talked into joining through PM. You can blame Kath if I decide to add some character(s). -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

10-28-2006, 10:05 PM	#14
Celuien Riveting Ribbiter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Assigned to Mordor Posts: 1,767	A quick word on scenery... Becca lives in an end rowhouse. There are three steps up to the front door from street level, though the house is set back from the main sidewalk by a small front garden. The garden wraps around the three open sides of the house (right wall shared with the neighbor). The garden is largest in the back and the side garden ends on a small alleyway. The house is red brick with a black door like this one, only with a brass knob, letter slot, and lock, and the other difference being that the door is black. There's a black iron railing on the steps. All of which works with what Firefoot has written, since I'm sure that garden includes a lawn. Cel is feeling detail oriented. And very visual. __________________ People assume that time is a strict progression of cause to effect. But actually, from a non-linear, non-subjective viewpoint, it's more like a big ball of wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey... stuff. Last edited by Celuien; 10-28-2006 at 10:24 PM. Reason: More details on the front of the house

10-28-2006, 07:21 AM	#4
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	This should be quite interesting! I loved the Unforbidden RPG of last year so this should be quite fun as well!

10-28-2006, 09:13 AM	#6
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	Okay, posted. Hope you don't mind Noinkling but I couldn't help it!! You presented the perfect opportunity for me!

10-28-2006, 05:43 PM	#8
Forest Elf Haunting Spirit Join Date: May 2006 Location: You say your hurting is over.. It feels like you're out of reach... Posts: 86	This should be fun, I've already got my post up.

10-28-2006, 08:25 PM	#12
Firefoot Illusionary Holbytla Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 7,547	I hope you don't mind that my characters are planning on making some trouble for Becca, Celuien... I promise Midnight won't get hurt...

10-28-2006, 09:27 PM	#13
littlemanpoet Itinerant Songster Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: The Edge of Faerie Posts: 7,066	Hiya Forest Elf, have you got someone in mind as your first victim? What about a sixteen year old Aragorn wannabe? Or not?

10-29-2006, 08:26 AM	#16
Dimturiel Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: May 2005 Location: the road less travelled by Posts: 910	Well, well, this looks intersting. I think I'm going to give it a try. __________________ Is this the end? No more the hunt, the journey and the goal? That terrifies me most: no more the goal! -Ray Bradbury, Leviathan '99

10-29-2006, 09:11 AM	#17
Child of the 7th Age Spirit of the Lonely Star Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 5,133	Ok, post up. I am assuming that the 7th Age would include the present world of Tolkien scholarship as well as the Barrowdowns. I have more ideas in this direction later. __________________ Multitasking women are never too busy to vote.

10-29-2006, 08:06 PM	#18
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	Alright, I've given in. I introduce my two character, Ellen and Josh, brother and sister. Ellen's probably about 16 and Josh 7. Fea, I've picked on your Tish character. Answer when you've a chance, it's half a blessing that you won't be answering too quick, as you implied above, because I'm quite business enough without this game. Elempi, I have to say...your character is hilarious! -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

10-29-2006, 11:57 PM	#19
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	So you caught me taking a quick break before bed/Macbeth. No worries on rushing any response. I'm in no hurry. __________________ peace

10-30-2006, 12:21 PM	#20
Dimturiel Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: May 2005 Location: the road less travelled by Posts: 910	Well, for all those intrested in my character, here are a couple of things to help you. She is somewhere in her twenties. She is tallish with long black hair and green eyes. I hope this helps. __________________ Is this the end? No more the hunt, the journey and the goal? That terrifies me most: no more the goal! -Ray Bradbury, Leviathan '99

10-30-2006, 12:48 PM	#21
Celuien Riveting Ribbiter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Assigned to Mordor Posts: 1,767	Becca... If anyone is wondering what Becca looks like, she has dark brown hair that falls between her shoulder blades, brown eyes, and (since it's autumn) is fairly pale. Middle height, slender. Likes to wear flowing, ankle-length skirts, sweaters and boots. She's somewhere in her late twenties. Profession: harpist in the city's opera orchestra. Also teaches harp at a music school. I'll pick up the search for Midnight again later today. __________________ People assume that time is a strict progression of cause to effect. But actually, from a non-linear, non-subjective viewpoint, it's more like a big ball of wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey... stuff.

10-30-2006, 02:38 PM	#22
Durelin Estelo dagnir, Melo ring Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 3,063	As far as I could tell there wasn't any rule regarding animals, but if my post is not satisfactory, I will be happy to delete it.