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Hookbill the Goomba · 04-22-2006, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Valier

Does the extention go for everyone? Farael and myself have not had much time to pm and I will be away for most of the weekend. We have come up with some ideas, but have not decided how to post yet.

Yes, that is for everyone.

Formendacil · 04-22-2006, 02:22 AM

Could I ask that, in the future, we not push deadlines back TOO far?

Spawn and I worked, I felt, somewhat hurriedly to get through the challenge. If we'd have known we'd had a full weekend ahead of us, we might have done a whole lot more, spent some more time on things...

Anyway, what's done is done here. We've done well enough, it's not a huge issue. But I would like to request that, in the future, deadlines be somewhat firm. It's really not fair to those who HAVE shoved themselves in under the deadline.

Glirdan · 04-22-2006, 05:56 AM

I agree with Formendacil on that account. If anything, you should make them have it done by the end of the set date. If an extension is asked, give it for the day after by the end of the day and that's it. If they don't get it done, then they don't get it done. It really isn't fair for those who did get it done on time.

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-22-2006, 11:08 AM

Agreed. This is still a learning process (for me anyway) and if there are any sequels, I expect them to be much better. This is the first game (of an RPG nature) I've ever managed.

I'm going to set a time line for each challenge now, depending on how hard I think they'll be. Before a challenge, I'd like people to also say if they'll be busy or away for any lengthy periods of time.

Glirdan · 04-22-2006, 11:44 AM

Definetly a good idea Hookbill. I for one have to say that I have school five days a week plus after school activities on three of those days. That's why my posts are short, sweet and to the point.

Sleepy Ranger · 04-22-2006, 01:19 PM

Since Menel isn't here and since I will be unavailable due to a medical emergency in the family (I'll be around but won't be able to post much) I have entrusted the keys of Orth-Tank in the hands of Ka.

Please note, the only reason I do this is due to the fact that neither the driver no co-driver are available for Orth-Tank. Also, there is a fair chance I will be travelling early May but Menel should be back by then so no worries.

PS: I didn't mean any offence to Beatles fans. I happen to love them, they're one of my favorite bands.

Gil-Galad · 04-22-2006, 06:11 PM

Just to say here that i'm having some wee-family troubles so i might not be able to get on as desired, sorry dear Morsul, but you might have to take over my job time and time again.

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-23-2006, 01:40 AM

If any players want to add to their adventure before the official closing of the challenge, they can. Perhaps to increase amusement or further character development.

Lets look at things so far...

Mount Zoom = Not Done

Bag Endless-fuel = Done - Fixed by magic (Heading to High Pass)

Orth-Tank = Done - They got by with a little help from their friends.

(On Bonus)

Barad-Dash = Done - Slaves used as wheel (South West)

Medul-zoom = Not Done

Minas Mor-go = Not done

Minas Taxi = Done - Porcupines defeated by... cows?

**The Saucepan Man** · 04-23-2006, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill

I'm going to set a time line for each challenge now, depending on how hard I think they'll be. Before a challenge, I'd like people to also say if they'll be busy or away for any lengthy periods of time.

I rather agree with Formy, particularly since I should really have been working instead of formulating my final post for B-E-F.

So I am in favour of a strictly enforced time limit. However, given that everyone had RL committments, given that some of us have time zone issues in communicating with our team-mates, and also given the increasingly high standard of the posts, might I suggest that we all be given a fair few days at least (four or five?) per challenge. This should allow all teams sufficient time to get through the challenge.

It will delay proceedings, I know, but I'm enjoying it immensely and so have no problem with it being drawn out slightly.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill

This is still a learning process (for me anyway) and if there are any sequels, I expect them to be much better.

I don't think you have anything to worry about, Hookbill. It's goin' great so far!

PS - I think that Minas Taxi is done.

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-23-2006, 05:48 AM

I think the next challenge is going to be rather difficult, so expect a rather lengthy time limit. It may help if all the players inform me of what Time zone they are in so I can work with it.
My original idea was that each challenge (including voting time) would take slightly less than a week. We shall see.

The fourth challenge will probably last a week for posting and probably about 3 days for voting.

Ah, yes, Minas Taxi is done and I did note it down before. No idea why I didn't record it. Thanks for pointing it out, Master Saucepan.

Sleepy Ranger · 04-23-2006, 05:57 AM

I'm in GMT +3 (+2 at the moment since we don't follow DST). Also, since it messes up what Mendel and I had planned would it be possible for us to get out off this bonus in a creative way? (ie; we'd post a post on how we get away from it and then you decide whether or not it gets the job done)

Thanks!

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-23-2006, 06:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sleepy Ranger

I'm in GMT +3 (+2 at the moment since we don't follow DST). Also, since it messes up what Mendel and I had planned would it be possible for us to get out off this bonus in a creative way? (ie; we'd post a post on how we get away from it and then you decide whether or not it gets the job done)

Thanks!

Noted.

No you can't get out of it!

The Bonuses are both good and bad, you can't chose to ignore the bad ones! Deal with it, you may be the first to come to one, but you won't be the last!
Sorry.

Glirdan · 04-23-2006, 08:16 AM

I'm waiting for Maeggladiel to come back and type up our solution to the challenge. However, if it's not done tonight, I'll type it up later.

Caranlondien · 04-23-2006, 08:18 AM

I'm normally in GMT-5, but due to DST it's GMT-4 (or so it says on the bottom of my screen...)

Formendacil · 04-23-2006, 03:24 PM

Drawn out periods are fine... as long as the deadlines are fairly firm.

I'm not sure if it matters, but I'm in GMT-6. Or -7. I'm not sure which... DST has really wacked things out in my mind. It'll take me all summer to reset my mind, I'm sure.

Anyway, somewhere in that neighbourhood.

Valier · 04-23-2006, 06:08 PM

Medul-Zoom is final finished!!! Sorry for the wait!!!

Meneltarmacil · 04-23-2006, 07:58 PM

Sorry about not posting. I was gone last weekend, was back this week but didn't get around to posting much, then found I had to leave this Saturday as well. So it's mostly my fault. I'm really sorry about this.

Glirdan · 04-23-2006, 08:27 PM

Ok, challenge complete as well as direction posted.

Alcarillo · 04-23-2006, 09:08 PM

Minas Mor-go is now airborne! And headed for the High Pass.

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-23-2006, 11:58 PM

Okay, folks, voting is open!

I'll close the polls on Wednesday morning GMT.

Lets remind ourselves of what happened...

***

MOUNT ZOOM = Stone Troll made into wheel

Bag-Endless-fule = Fixed by magic

Orth-Tank = The Beatles lend a hand.

Barad-Dash = Slaves used as wheel

Medel-zoom = Golden wheels!

Minas Mor-go = They are flying!

Minas Taxi = Porcupines defeated by... cows?

***

Good luck everyone. By the way... if you win this challenge, you will avoid any bonuses that may be ahead... Just thought I'd let you know...

Kuruharan · 04-24-2006, 06:09 PM

++ Minas Taxi...because all military operations need to have cryptic and distinctive code names.

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-26-2006, 11:35 PM

Bong!

End of Voting, peoples! And that was close!

Player voted = 2 points
Non player votes = 1 point

MOUNT ZOOM = 2 votes

Bag-Endless-fuel = 6 votes

Orth-Tank = 6 points

Barad-Dash = 2 points

Medel-zoom = 0 point

Minas Mor-go = 4 points

Minas Taxi = 9 points

So Minas Taxi wins the porcupine challenge! The forth will be up soon!

For Challenge Number 4 you have until Friday 5th May. That’s a little over a week. If everyone is done before then, I'll open voting.

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-27-2006, 12:01 AM

Location guide:

Mount Zoom = Drúwaith Laur

Bag Endless-fuel = Drúwaith Laur

Orth-Tank = Entwash

Barad-Dash = Bank of Galladen River

Medul-zoom = Foot of Misty Mountains

Minas Mor-go = Foot of Misty Mountains

Minas Taxi = Foot of Mount Gundabad

Sleepy Ranger · 04-29-2006, 06:11 AM

I'm really sorry but Menel, you're on your own for now. Due to unexpected real life problems I've been left incapable of providing any aid. Maybe I'll be able to come back before the deadline and make a post but for now its best you carry on without me.

-Sleepy Ranger

Farael · 04-29-2006, 11:23 AM

I'll PM Valier about this but I seem to have come down with something, probably a cold. I should be alright soon but I won't be doing much writing for a couple of days. Just wanted to let you know.

Hookbill the Goomba · 05-01-2006, 02:52 AM

Good Lord, it seems that a lot of people are having trouble this week.

Well, you still have until Friday to finish the challenge. Although I'd prefer it to be before, so we can move on with the race as quickly as possible.
By the way, Mount Zoom and Bag Endless-fuel, you don’t necessarily have to have lost your vehicles. But I’m intrigued now as to how Sauron will react to finding his precious mountain in a spider web.

Formendacil · 05-01-2006, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

Good Lord, it seems that a lot of people are having trouble this week.

Well, you still have until Friday to finish the challenge. Although I'd prefer it to be before, so we can move on with the race as quickly as possible.
By the way, Mount Zoom and Bag Endless-fuel, you don’t necessarily have to have lost your vehicles. But I’m intrigued now as to how Sauron will react to finding his precious mountain in a spider web.

Well, I can't speak for the other drivers or assistants, but in the case Minas Tazi, the drivers have been made somewhat apathetic by the long deadline... putting it back only means that we procrastinators have that much longer to leave things.

Don't worry, we'll get to it in time...

Maeggaladiel · 05-01-2006, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

By the way, Mount Zoom and Bag Endless-fuel, you don’t necessarily have to have lost your vehicles. But I’m intrigued now as to how Sauron will react to finding his precious mountain in a spider web.

Oh. I guess I missread that. Ah well, it'll be fun having Sauron handle this problem in his own... ahem... special way.

Nilpaurion Felagund · 05-01-2006, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

The outside voting power will go as such:

Players = 5 points

Observers
(5 or more posts on this topic) = 4 points

(3 posts on this topic) = 2 points

(first or second post) = 1 point.

That’s my initial idea. Any thoughts?

Ich hab eine Frage. How many points for a co-mod > sub-mod > ex-mod/mod for sequel? I haven't voted yet but it seems I can do so this time. Do I give 1 point for posting but twice in this thread, or gives some secret mod bonus?

Just so I know. ^.^

Hookbill the Goomba · 05-02-2006, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nilpaurion Felagund

Ich hab eine Frage. How many points for a co-mod > sub-mod > ex-mod/mod for sequel? I haven't voted yet but it seems I can do so this time. Do I give 1 point for posting but twice in this thread, or gives some secret mod bonus?

Just so I know. ^.^

I've scrapped the idea now. There are so few non-players voting that it’s not worth trying to work out. So, non-players (including mods, I've voted each time so far) are worth 1 point and players are worth 2.

Well, Orth Tank finished the challenge in style. A lawyer? I didn't see that coming! You're the first.

Hookbill the Goomba · 05-03-2006, 11:48 PM

The deadline is close, folks. I'd like everyone to be done by the end of tomorrow. On Saturday morning I'd like to open voting.
And here was me thinking a longer time frame would get you all to do more detailed posts.

Glirdan · 05-04-2006, 05:58 AM

Other things popped up that got me busy so I won't be able to post at all today. I'm also falling behind in some of my classes which is the reason why I couldn't post over the past few days. Sorry everyone!

Hookbill the Goomba · 05-05-2006, 05:32 AM

If you've finished, make sure to specify the direction you'll be taking.

Note:

Farael, for many reasons, is unable to continue with the game. I'm in the process of choosing a successor to play Théoden. If anyone would like to, post here and I'll put your names in a hat along with some I already have in mind and then chose the one to be Théoden.

**The Saucepan Man** · 05-05-2006, 05:46 AM

Caran and I have both been rather busy this week, for various (and different) reasons.

Caran is working on the second instalment for Bag-Endless-Fuel, but I am not sure that we will be finished by the end of today.

Having said that we should stick with the deadlines that have been set, I am in no position to request an extension, and would not presume to do so. We'll try our best to finish on time. If we don't, well we'll just have to take the consequences.

Caranlondien · 05-05-2006, 09:09 AM

Don't worry, we'll be done

I'll be posting the conclusion soon.

**The Saucepan Man** · 05-05-2006, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Caran

Don't worry, we'll be done

Glad to hear it, and I hope that your exams went well.

I shall be interested to find out what the File of Galadriel actually does ...

Farael · 05-05-2006, 10:42 AM

Ok, now that it's official... I just wanted to post up a big apology for not being able to follow through with the game. Real life issues have kept my writing time constricted, I'm also involved on a RPG and I just seem unable to come up with good witty ideas for the game. Once again, sorry and some special apologies to Valier. She's been an awesome (and understanding) teammate =)

Good luck!!!

Hookbill the Goomba · 05-05-2006, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Saucepan Man

If we don't, well we'll just have to take the consequences.

The consequence of not finishing by the deadline will probably be that Dwarfy will come and help. You'll still move forward, but not as far as everyone else. For example:

Normal = moves 4 steps
Winner = Moves 8 steps
Failure* = moves 2 steps

That’s what I have in mind. I didn't think anyone would have trouble. It has been a week. Well, hopefully when we get to the summer holiday period, more people will be able to post more often.

Anyway, here's how ti stands, so far in the Lazy Lob challenge...

*****
Mount Zoom = Done - Spider swatted with giant Newspaper (need direction)

Bag Endless-fuel = Not Done

Orth-Tank = Lawyer kills spider (WEST)

Barad-Dash = Not Done.

Medul-zoom = Not Done

Minas Mor-go = Done - Swords cut web while #4 fired on catapult

Minas Taxi = Done - Dancing Spawn let them go due to lack of taste.

***

Hop along, my hearties!

*I couldn't think of a better word. Sorry if it implies the wrong thing.

Valier · 05-05-2006, 11:38 AM

I have now finished Medul- zoom's post, but the direction just needs to be added. I wanted to look at the map and see what way we are going first, so I will post it in a few minutes.

EDIT: Direction added

Maeggaladiel · 05-05-2006, 11:41 AM

Quote:

If you've finished, make sure to specify the direction you'll be taking.

Will do. We still have to break Mt. Zoom out of the spider web, so we're not quite done yet.

04-22-2006, 02:22 AM	#202
Formendacil Dead Serious Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Perched on Thangorodrim's towers. Posts: 3,326	Could I ask that, in the future, we not push deadlines back TOO far? Spawn and I worked, I felt, somewhat hurriedly to get through the challenge. If we'd have known we'd had a full weekend ahead of us, we might have done a whole lot more, spent some more time on things... Anyway, what's done is done here. We've done well enough, it's not a huge issue. But I would like to request that, in the future, deadlines be somewhat firm. It's really not fair to those who HAVE shoved themselves in under the deadline. __________________ I prefer history, true or feigned.

04-22-2006, 05:56 AM	#203
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	I agree with Formendacil on that account. If anything, you should make them have it done by the end of the set date. If an extension is asked, give it for the day after by the end of the day and that's it. If they don't get it done, then they don't get it done. It really isn't fair for those who did get it done on time. __________________ *I'm going to buy you a kitty, I'm going to let you fall in love with the kitty, and one cold, winter night, I'm going to steal into your house and punch you in the face!* Fenris Wolf

04-22-2006, 11:08 AM	#204
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Agreed. This is still a learning process (for me anyway) and if there are any sequels, I expect them to be much better. This is the first game (of an RPG nature) I've ever managed. I'm going to set a time line for each challenge now, depending on how hard I think they'll be. Before a challenge, I'd like people to also say if they'll be busy or away for any lengthy periods of time. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

04-22-2006, 11:44 AM	#205
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	Definetly a good idea Hookbill. I for one have to say that I have school five days a week plus after school activities on three of those days. That's why my posts are short, sweet and to the point. __________________ *I'm going to buy you a kitty, I'm going to let you fall in love with the kitty, and one cold, winter night, I'm going to steal into your house and punch you in the face!* Fenris Wolf

04-22-2006, 01:19 PM	#206
Sleepy Ranger Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the field, kissing the 'Downs crest Posts: 1,654	For Your Information Since Menel isn't here and since I will be unavailable due to a medical emergency in the family (I'll be around but won't be able to post much) I have entrusted the keys of Orth-Tank in the hands of Ka. Please note, the only reason I do this is due to the fact that neither the driver no co-driver are available for Orth-Tank. Also, there is a fair chance I will be travelling early May but Menel should be back by then so no worries. PS: I didn't mean any offence to Beatles fans. I happen to love them, they're one of my favorite bands. __________________ And tonight we can truly say, together we're invincible... Middle-Earth Football World Cup 2007

04-22-2006, 06:11 PM	#207
Gil-Galad Psyche of Prince Immortal Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Above a Parapet Obvious exits are: North, South, and Dennis Posts: 4,734	Just to say here that i'm having some wee-family troubles so i might not be able to get on as desired, sorry dear Morsul, but you might have to take over my job time and time again. __________________ Love doesn't blow up and get killed.

04-23-2006, 01:40 AM	#208
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	... If any players want to add to their adventure before the official closing of the challenge, they can. Perhaps to increase amusement or further character development. Lets look at things so far... Mount Zoom = Not Done Bag Endless-fuel = Done - Fixed by magic (Heading to High Pass) Orth-Tank = Done - They got by with a little help from their friends. (On Bonus) Barad-Dash = Done - Slaves used as wheel (South West) Medul-zoom = Not Done Minas Mor-go = Not done Minas Taxi = Done - Porcupines defeated by... cows? __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket... Last edited by Hookbill the Goomba; 04-23-2006 at 05:49 AM.

04-23-2006, 05:48 AM	#210
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	I think the next challenge is going to be rather difficult, so expect a rather lengthy time limit. It may help if all the players inform me of what Time zone they are in so I can work with it. My original idea was that each challenge (including voting time) would take slightly less than a week. We shall see. The fourth challenge will probably last a week for posting and probably about 3 days for voting. Ah, yes, Minas Taxi is done and I did note it down before. No idea why I didn't record it. Thanks for pointing it out, Master Saucepan. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

04-23-2006, 05:57 AM	#211
Sleepy Ranger Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the field, kissing the 'Downs crest Posts: 1,654	I'm in GMT +3 (+2 at the moment since we don't follow DST). Also, since it messes up what Mendel and I had planned would it be possible for us to get out off this bonus in a creative way? (ie; we'd post a post on how we get away from it and then you decide whether or not it gets the job done) Thanks! __________________ And tonight we can truly say, together we're invincible... Middle-Earth Football World Cup 2007

04-23-2006, 08:16 AM	#213
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	I'm waiting for Maeggladiel to come back and type up our solution to the challenge. However, if it's not done tonight, I'll type it up later. __________________ *I'm going to buy you a kitty, I'm going to let you fall in love with the kitty, and one cold, winter night, I'm going to steal into your house and punch you in the face!* Fenris Wolf

04-23-2006, 08:18 AM	#214
Caranlondien Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bag-Endless-Fuel Posts: 339	I'm normally in GMT-5, but due to DST it's GMT-4 (or so it says on the bottom of my screen...)

04-23-2006, 03:24 PM	#215
Formendacil Dead Serious Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Perched on Thangorodrim's towers. Posts: 3,326	Drawn out periods are fine... as long as the deadlines are fairly firm. I'm not sure if it matters, but I'm in GMT-6. Or -7. I'm not sure which... DST has really wacked things out in my mind. It'll take me all summer to reset my mind, I'm sure. Anyway, somewhere in that neighbourhood. __________________ I prefer history, true or feigned.

04-23-2006, 06:08 PM	#216
Valier Twisted Taleswapper Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: somewhere between sanity and insanity Posts: 1,706	Medul-Zoom is final finished!!! Sorry for the wait!!! __________________ grand return?........

04-23-2006, 07:58 PM	#217
Meneltarmacil Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: The bottom of the ocean, discussing philosophy with a giant squid Posts: 2,254	Sorry about not posting. I was gone last weekend, was back this week but didn't get around to posting much, then found I had to leave this Saturday as well. So it's mostly my fault. I'm really sorry about this. __________________ I ♣ baby seals.

04-23-2006, 08:27 PM	#218
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	Ok, challenge complete as well as direction posted. __________________ *I'm going to buy you a kitty, I'm going to let you fall in love with the kitty, and one cold, winter night, I'm going to steal into your house and punch you in the face!* Fenris Wolf

04-23-2006, 09:08 PM	#219
Alcarillo Shadow of the Past Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Minas Mor-go Posts: 1,007	Minas Mor-go is now airborne! And headed for the High Pass.

04-23-2006, 11:58 PM	#220
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Okay, folks, voting is open! I'll close the polls on Wednesday morning GMT. Lets remind ourselves of what happened... * MOUNT ZOOM = Stone Troll made into wheel Bag-Endless-fule = Fixed by magic Orth-Tank = The Beatles lend a hand. Barad-Dash = Slaves used as wheel Medel-zoom = Golden wheels! Minas Mor-go = They are flying! Minas Taxi = Porcupines defeated by... cows? * Good luck everyone. By the way... if you win this challenge, you will avoid any bonuses that may be ahead... Just thought I'd let you know... __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket... Last edited by Hookbill the Goomba; 04-24-2006 at 09:47 AM.

04-24-2006, 06:09 PM	#221
Kuruharan Regal Dwarven Shade Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: A Remote Dwarven Hold Posts: 3,591	++ Minas Taxi...because all military operations need to have cryptic and distinctive code names. __________________ ...finding a path that cannot be found, walking a road that cannot be seen, climbing a ladder that was never placed, or reading a paragraph that has no...

04-27-2006, 12:01 AM	#223
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Location guide: Mount Zoom = Drúwaith Laur Bag Endless-fuel = Drúwaith Laur Orth-Tank = Entwash Barad-Dash = Bank of Galladen River Medul-zoom = Foot of Misty Mountains Minas Mor-go = Foot of Misty Mountains Minas Taxi = Foot of Mount Gundabad __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

04-29-2006, 06:11 AM	#224
Sleepy Ranger Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the field, kissing the 'Downs crest Posts: 1,654	I'm really sorry but Menel, you're on your own for now. Due to unexpected real life problems I've been left incapable of providing any aid. Maybe I'll be able to come back before the deadline and make a post but for now its best you carry on without me. -Sleepy Ranger __________________ And tonight we can truly say, together we're invincible... Middle-Earth Football World Cup 2007

04-29-2006, 11:23 AM	#225
Farael Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: In hospitals, call rooms and (rarely) my apartment. Posts: 1,538	I'll PM Valier about this but I seem to have come down with something, probably a cold. I should be alright soon but I won't be doing much writing for a couple of days. Just wanted to let you know. __________________ I prepared Explosive Runes this morning.

05-01-2006, 02:52 AM	#226
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Hi! Good Lord, it seems that a lot of people are having trouble this week. Well, you still have until Friday to finish the challenge. Although I'd prefer it to be before, so we can move on with the race as quickly as possible. By the way, Mount Zoom and Bag Endless-fuel, you don’t necessarily have to have lost your vehicles. But I’m intrigued now as to how Sauron will react to finding his precious mountain in a spider web. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

05-03-2006, 11:48 PM	#231
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Just a reminder... The deadline is close, folks. I'd like everyone to be done by the end of tomorrow. On Saturday morning I'd like to open voting. And here was me thinking a longer time frame would get you all to do more detailed posts. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

05-04-2006, 05:58 AM	#232
Glirdan Energetic Essence Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Where Lark Nor Eagle Ever Flew Posts: 3,285	Other things popped up that got me busy so I won't be able to post at all today. I'm also falling behind in some of my classes which is the reason why I couldn't post over the past few days. Sorry everyone! __________________ *I'm going to buy you a kitty, I'm going to let you fall in love with the kitty, and one cold, winter night, I'm going to steal into your house and punch you in the face!* Fenris Wolf

05-05-2006, 05:32 AM	#233
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Last day for the latest challenge, folks! If you've finished, make sure to specify the direction you'll be taking. Note: Farael, for many reasons, is unable to continue with the game. I'm in the process of choosing a successor to play Théoden. If anyone would like to, post here and I'll put your names in a hat along with some I already have in mind and then chose the one to be Théoden. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

05-05-2006, 05:46 AM	#234
The Saucepan Man Corpus Cacophonous Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: A green and pleasant land Posts: 8,390	Caran and I have both been rather busy this week, for various (and different) reasons. Caran is working on the second instalment for Bag-Endless-Fuel, but I am not sure that we will be finished by the end of today. Having said that we should stick with the deadlines that have been set, I am in no position to request an extension, and would not presume to do so. We'll try our best to finish on time. If we don't, well we'll just have to take the consequences. __________________ Do you mind? I'm busy doing the fishstick. It's a very delicate state of mind!

05-05-2006, 09:09 AM	#235
Caranlondien Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bag-Endless-Fuel Posts: 339	Don't worry, we'll be done I'll be posting the conclusion soon.

05-05-2006, 10:42 AM	#237
Farael Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: In hospitals, call rooms and (rarely) my apartment. Posts: 1,538	Ok, now that it's official... I just wanted to post up a big apology for not being able to follow through with the game. Real life issues have kept my writing time constricted, I'm also involved on a RPG and I just seem unable to come up with good witty ideas for the game. Once again, sorry and some special apologies to Valier. She's been an awesome (and understanding) teammate =) Good luck!!! __________________ I prepared Explosive Runes this morning.

05-05-2006, 11:38 AM	#239
Valier Twisted Taleswapper Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: somewhere between sanity and insanity Posts: 1,706	I have now finished Medul- zoom's post, but the direction just needs to be added. I wanted to look at the map and see what way we are going first, so I will post it in a few minutes. EDIT: Direction added __________________ grand return?........ Last edited by Valier; 05-05-2006 at 11:42 AM.