Shadows

I can't speak for Lord SlinkyHinck, but I will anyway. Basically, when everyone else posts enough to keep things lively, I'm sure we'll cut back, but when it gets boring, we go into natural "entertain" mode. Plus it's more fun to throw a lot of information out there and leave it to you to sort it out. That's part of what makes a good mystery. If everything presented is vital and important to the case, there isn't much left to figure out. So, as long as people keep making less than 5 posts a day, I know I'll keep making 20+, even though the number itself isn't intentional, it's just the way it works out.

K-18 Crown Castle Kitchen You know, I really hate the food here. Oh? I think it's quite good. Beats the stuff I usually have. You're a wizard, there's no excuse for that. I'm not a very good one. I suppose. You can't even time travel, can you? Not without help. Hmmm. We're going to need to work on you. Maybe when Aluvar gets back. Really? That would be great! Alyss walks into the kitchen. Oh, I had expected you two to be chasing the girls around, bottle in one hand and a half eaten drumstick in the other. Who says you don't know how to party? Hmpf. So, seriously, what's with the food here? It's horrible! We have the best food in the kingdom, and dare I say, the land! Yes, you're right, my mistake. Let me rephrase that. What's with the food now? It's horrible! That again? Everything is better in your time, isn't it? Not everything. Most everything. Well, ok, everything. Right. I'm not kidding. If you weren't here, what would you be eating? You mean if this wasn't now? Oh, I think I'd be going for some tacos. Tacos? What is tacos? Are. Are what? Let's not start another one of those, kids. Why don't you just take us for some tacos, Shadows? Have you ever had one? Actually, I have. It was when I was married. My wife and I used to go to this little place in 1969 that was just wonderful. I never knew 1969 was a good year for tacos. Well, I prefer the 1980's, myself. Are these tacos somehow related to wine? I mean, is 1985 a good taco vintage? Oh, absolutely! Then let's go! Where? Timespace. That's right! I've been practicing. Shadows casts a quick spell, taking the group to timespace. Now, I should warn you... the world is very different in the future. I'm ready for anything, but will they be ready for us? We'll probably look really strange in these clothes, won't we? Not where we're going! Shadows finishes his spell. Los Angeles, California Corner of Sunset Blvd and Pacific Coast Highway 1985 OH MY GOD! Look at that beach, and those people! Why are they almost naked? It's indecent! I should have known, I should have known! Uh, chill babe. Seriously. It's a beach. They're getting tanned. Flangdor, you're really up on this. This isn't that different from where my wife used to bring me. Several people walk by, including a man with a very large python, a boombox belting out "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" and a woman in a very small bikini. Excellent! Shadows. These people are weird. Yo, dudette, look at yourself before you lay down the bad vibe. What did he say? He said chill. I didn't understand it when you said it. You're like, totally not from around here, are you? No, I don't think so. I hope not. This isn't near home, is it? No. She don't even know where home is, and she's like, down on us? Gag me. Shadows... It's alright, she just got out of a mental hospital, so she's needs to readjust to things. Oh, righteous! I was in one of those for a couple of days once. Really? I'd love to hear the story, but we're starving for some tacos. Dude! A block *points* that way! Titos! Cool, I'll try to remember that. Use word association lad, just associate Titos with her rather ample... FLANGDOR! Uh.. her rather ample use of the English language. I'm missing a joke here that you're going to have to explain later, Shadows. My pleasure. I bet it will be. I'm missing another one, aren't I? Yep. The group begins to walk down the block. People pass on foot, rollerskates, skateboards and bicycles. I've never seen so many people in such a hurry to get places, and with such odd conveyances. You haven't seen anything yet. Look over there. WHAT ARE THOSE? Cars. That didn't help. They're horseless carriages. Are there little people inside propelling them or something? Yes. Yes there are. Little people. I knew it! Shadows... I'll explain that later too. The group arrives at Titos. A waitress in a halter top is serving a leather clad biker seated at an outside table. Look at the size of those ... tacos. I noticed. I'm beginning to get the joke. Ut oh. Well, are we going to eat, or what? They sit down at a small table. Shadows orders for the group as "Take On Me" plays in the background. Between serving, the waitress is attempting to repair a broken umbrella with a roll of duct tape. She seems quite handy. It isn't her hands you're staring at, you old... She's got you there! No, really. I bet she could fix my wand. Oh, I bet she could indeed. Should I ask her? No. Why not? Just no. Fine. The waitress brings three large plates to the table, placing one in front of each of the group. What is all that? Oh honey, you don't know tacos and beans and rice? She just got out of a mental institution. Really? Sometimes I think I'll end up in one of those, what with all the guys staring at me and stuff. You know, if you covered up your... nevermind. Yeah honey, I do that and I'd have no tips at all. Did she say... Tips. Oh, right. The waitress leaves the table, but not before giving Flangdor a quick wink. Flangdor blushes. She walks away giggling. Well, now what? We eat! I don't know how. Just pick a spot and start! Shadows and Flangdor dig into their food, which, is surprisingly good for a beachside taco joint. Alyss watches for a minute, then copies them. HEY! What's wrong? Nothing! This is great! Told you. Alyss reaches over towards Shadows plate with her spoon. He stares at her as she takes all of his guacamole. As her spoon returns for the sour cream, he stops her with his own. Hey now! That's mine! Fine! GIRL! Shhhhh. Don't do that. The waitress comes over, looking a slight bit upset. I'm very sorry, she was probably released too soon. Yeah, it's fine. What do you want? I want some more of that! Alyss points at the sour cream. Gimme a few. The waitress walks away. A few what? And as the sun set on the Pacific ocean. our intrepid trio ventures further down the PCH in search of a magical substance known as ... ice cream. Say, just what is a mental institution, anyway? I'll explain later...

It is not just you. This day should be drawing to a close and we're lacking sufficient votes to end it with an execution. I'm really beginning to become annoyed with the people who signed up for this and aren't participating (Lord SuperPacMan excused, since he said this would happen when he signed up). Get with it people, or don't expect to be invited to another one of these parties again, right dragonator? *pulls out a bushel of potatoes*

No wonder this place is so messed up. We have a crazy wizard, a drunk friar, Lord Snapple and his ghost writer, a General who wants to be a Lord, the ghost of Stinky the fisherman, and me. Don't even get me started on dragonator... Ah yes, and no one gave much of a reason for just what they were up to, but since no one involved in the situation claimed anything bad was done, I have to assume it could have been an innocent occurance.

Um... I thought he was a General, Lord SkippyPeanutButter, but since he isn't sure either, who knows? Did we ever get a good explanation of that limp, or determine why Lord Gary slept so poorly?

Give me that! *grabs the fuzzy dice* What's a "rear-view mirror"? I can certainly respect that. It doesn't change my decision, but hey, it isn't like we're running out of rope now, is it?

That's the spirit! We know there's a bad Lord, and even Calvin expressed his uncertainty about Lord Ash, AND was willing to report back to us with anything he found out, just as he reported back after investigating me. Speaking of which... wouldn't you investigate your enemies? Calvin said I was one of the least suspicious people here, so what does that make Lord Ash? Logic dictates... A traitor. FRIAR! I'm sorry, but you're being misled on this one, perhaps deceived by the devil himself in frilly purple clothing , but I beseech ye to change your vote from the evil uncertain, Calvin, to the evil known, Lord Ash! Who's with me?

My precious! *slaps your hand* I would also assume that the fisherman is doomed, but I can't skip voting. So, I'll take your Lord angle, presume that Lord Saucepan isn't going to mention that if he's the one and ... Vote: Lord Ash / TinyPiesRUs I would suggest you be so bold as to make it official, if that is your desire.

It's almost scary how much those look like real fabric capes. I have to confess to being impressed. I finally have a decent cape, the right head and hat. The legs were always wrong, but now they match the cape, so no complaint there. Aside from that torso, I'm pretty darn close. If you ever want to switch me to a black hat and dust my feet, you can. All in all, a good job!

I move we vote off LtVeers and ruin his whole plan! Mwahahahahahaha! *cough* Hmmm... that imperialshadows posts a lot. So did Hinck before he had to get ready for Brickworld. It's interesting to note how consistant most of us have been from one day to the next. Well, except for that Pencoin. Welcome to the madhouse, Captain! Beware of Potatoes, Flatfoot. They're coming for you. :skull:

Yes, there is. Guess where I moved both of your posts?

I'm not opposed, but I am a pain in the potato. Make a list of all the characters and the number of posts they've made. Replace the loser. It wouldn't be fair for us to choose, so instead, let the numbers speak for themselves (by the way, I have no idea who that would be, so it isn't an intentional suggestion in that regard). In the case of a tie for least posts, take out the one who hasn't identified themselves. We're less likely to be attached to a player who we don't know. Sound fair? And to those of you who aren't participating regularly... BEWARE! As soon as he finishes going through the channels, he's coming to get YOU!

Atoll Dweller: I can't guarantee that you'll survive the day, but I'm satisfied enough not to vote for your execution yet. On the other hand, I could really go for a nice potato right now. *sticks a few on a pitchfork and grabs a torch* Viva La Potato Revolution! It's the castle air...

I think you stepped in a megablok, Commander Darian.

Hey Darian Commander! You managed to read all of that AND register two accounts, nice job. I wouldn't hope too hard. Let's go ahead and close this for now.

Like, have them accidentally kill each other in the night. With an unexpected weapon. Like potatoes. Or, as the good Friar has said so many times from his pulpit, "The evil potato is a scourge upon this land, with it's many eyes, the Devil's Eyes, watching you, taunting you, trying to tempt you unto the evil that is rampant within it's starchy soul!" I'm pretty sure he always said that. Otherwise, just have wild monkeys steal all the weapons and terrorize the missing parties. And don't tell us if they were loyal or traitor. That would make it extra mysterious!

Very nice, thanks! Now will Staudie print it?

Ah, excellent. I know nothing of warhammer though. If you check my chart closely, you'll see a code at the beginning of the third line of each colour, something like 1B2A34. That is the code (in that case, red = 1b, green = 2a and blue = 34). Oddly, that sample is black, but as much as LEGO insists they use that for their black, I just use plain 000000 and it looks better (and prints more reliably). I use their black as highlight when I need something black but shiny, or want to border 000000 black in something similar. I used it for tuxedo lapels, for example. You have given fair credit indeed! I see. PM me that movie information, please, I will do the required further research. I mean, I want to make sure I avoid it. Uh huh. Don't worry though, we're an adult site and all over 18. We agree to that when we register, so I trust it's true. I can see where a search for "pirate female" leads to some interesting, albeit inaccurate representations. Despite my penchant for the sexy in some creations (you should see a Princess Zelda/Elfgirl I'm working on), I actually like to keep my pirates accurate, so I'd avoid all but the most historically documented represented styles. In reality, most female pirates hid that fact as much as possible, which goes against the generally lusty way we'd like to view them. I liked that specific torso because I've seen that exact look in real life, so it struck me as accurate. Maybe more accurate for a serving wench in the Jamaica Inn, but still good for the period. I may have to try my hand at a few of those (hmmm, I credit me inspiring you inspiring me? ). Keep up the good work!

:pir_kiss: that one, by the way! We wouldn't, but you did. The pirate versions ended up in my Generic Pirates thread from the beginning of May. I joined the staff the next day and never came back to them, thanks for the reminder! I've reorganized my Brickshelf, which is still unmoderated, so I'll have to link you in to some samples.They aren't appearing in the thread. Ultimately, I only ended up with two generic female pirate torsos, but I was trying to realistic as opposed to sexy (well, a little of both), so no halter tops there. and six male versions, mostly just colour variations: (Visit the Pirate Gallery for full sized versions) They came about as part of a plan to make a series of Pirate Princesses, real life female pirate captains. I did one, but it wasn't a custom, just carefully selected stock parts. I did make a flag for her, however (prints on a 2x2 flag). Once I finish some other things, I'll get back to them as well, if there is interest. The two generic females actually match known female pirates, I just haven't completed the process yet. The first failed versions ended up as halter tops and then the biker gang you referred to. (See halter gallery or biker gallery for many more) As you can see, sometimes one thing leads to another, even if it isn't what you intended. Some of them would be very easy to make pirates out of, and I may do that in time. Your next lesson will be in making something completely new. Taking a new idea, and making it real. Modifying other decals can be a fun diversion, but starting from scratch is the exciting challenge! Your assignment is to go to google and look up pirates. See how they looked, then make one. A whole new torso. Are you up to it?

K-18 Crown Castle Throne Room I say, dear, have you heard from Alyss? No, not a word. I don't know where they've gone. Oh well, I suppose we're not in this chapter either. I don't think so. K-18 Crown Castle Royal Courtyard A small group of guards are playing a game of chance in the corner of the courtyard, behind a tree. 42! You lucky bugger, you always win. I knows the secret! Yeah, you cheat or something. I does not! Whatever. Just put down your bet. A couple of feet away, a large cloud of smoke appears, startling the guards. They were even more surprised to see Shadows, Alyss, Rangdar and Flangdor step out of it. What are you men doing here? Uh... we're... um. I'll report you, you miserable... He's just lovely. Remind me why we we saved him? Shush. Rangdar... Don't interrupt, I'm about to give these lads a good tongue lashing! No you're not. What? You dare defy me? Oh just shut up and go up to the throne room, mother and father have been worried about you. I will not! This... weird man just dared to challenge my authority! You remember that offer from earlier? Alyss glances over at a small fountain. I love you... I know. What are you two going on about? You can't love this... this... oddly dressed... Shadows waves his hand toward the bellowing Rangdar who proceeds to rise off the ground. HEY! LET ME DOWN! SORCERY! EVIL! HELP! The guards glance over but can't seem to work up enough concern to even rise from their places. They resume their game. Are you going to behave now? BEHAVE????? YOU WILL LET ME DOWN THIS INSTANT! As you wish, m'lord. Shadows motions slightly, moving Rangdar over the fountain. Are you absolutely certain about this? YES! LET ME DOWN! Of course. Shadows closes his hand. Rangdar falls from the sky, landing in the small fountain. I...I...I... He isn't related to the Stauder's too, is he? Certainly not! Good. Rangdar makes his way to the edge of the fountain and climbs out, soaking wet. He glares at Shadows but doesn't dare say a word. Now. Let's go see our parents, for some reason they've been worried about you. Right... While you're having a touching family reunion, we have other matters to attend to. Oh, I'll be sure to give them your best. I was saving my best for you. You... Alyss kisses Shadows and then drags the soaking Rangdar into the castle. What do we have to do? I don't know, I just couldn't put up with any more Rangdar. Ah, haha. Shadows and Flangdor head to the kitchen for a snack. On the way, Shadows explains his next plan. Flangdor isn't exactly thrilled.

WhiteFang: Adrick’s expression did not change. He just stood still, staring at Siloux’s injuries. It was like he is not there anymore. You do realise that Adrick is yours now for the duration of the trip. I mean, I can't tell if you're waiting for me to write as him or not, but it would be too disruptive for me to keep interjecting parts of your story. When he's ready to part with the group, I'll take him back for the council meeting though. Until then, have fun and don't kill him. Oh, and keep notes on whatever you make up about him, I'll fit it in.

I am working on an index of all of my Classic Town decals as we speak, so look forward to seeing one in the future, once I've finished the set, and thanks for the kind words!

Crazy kid. They're not too bad, even in grey. I like the idea of the crew dressing for the occasion. I hate it when Bob forgets his pants. Again. Mind? Nah. Here's the original though, for anyone curious. You should take the globe and text logo and center it on the back of a cape for me. Yes, that's what you should do! Like, paste it in the middle of a solid black square (or a cape shape if you can find it), print it out, cut it to the right size using another cape as an template (not that terrible one I normally wear) and then I'd have a proper EBTV cape. If we had it done professionally, we could plug whoever did it for a few episodes like a paid commercial, but they'd have to mail one to me and one to you (and you're in the middle of Zimbabwe, or Constantinople, or something). Make me a cape!

Welcome to Eurobricks! Please be sure to have a look around and feel free to stop into the Community Forum where you'll find a number of threads designed to help us learn more about you, while you learn more about us, though you did manage to cover a lot in your intro. Thanks for joining!

Welcome to Eurobricks! Your English is better than my German, so you've got one up on me. Please be sure to have a look around and feel free to stop into the Community Forum where you'll find a number of threads designed to help us learn more about you, while you learn more about us. Thanks for joining!