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Wow. That is all really amazing. I have to make this a priority for next year. *Starts saving money*

I'm going to venture a guess that TheBrickster's actions are gentle ribbing, with a point. He needs to catch up on the threads and was just making a clear point, IMO. Don't take it personally, it's clear you're a bit sensitive. There's nothing wrong with that, but keep it in mind when something like this happens. Nobody means you any offense. My advice: take it with a grain of salt, know that you're a good member and a fun participant in the game, and walk away from the computer for a bit. Come back later with a fresh attitude. And don't worry. People like you.

There you go. That's the way to run a game. Nice. Now don't ever post in all caps again or you'll get the potato.

Oh that? I learned that from my Captain Underpants books. I mean, my nephew's books. And I wonder how you'd respond if someone went through your luggage and took your knife and the whole train was acting goofy about it. I just wanted to make sure the person who went looking for my knife didn't come looking for me too. I don't get out of the house much, except to go to work, and while this adventure is exciting, it's scary too! Especially in this town...and this field... I don't necessarily need everybody to trust me. I just want to get out of this town alive, for now. I trust you and Austin, too. And Ruffy, so I guess that helps. You need help with anything, Bulldog-I'll do it. I certainly trust you. I hope you can learn to trust me, because I think we'll make it out alive if we attach your brawn to my brains. What a good boy. Would you like some more Eggo waffle? What a good boy. Smart boy, yes. *scratches Scruffy behind the ear* May I take a look at your kettle if I promise to give it back? *to Austin and Bulldog* The kettle. I wonder if someone used it to dump something over the coals and then threw it off the train. Good dog here, huh? That's great advice, Ruffy! Good boy! What a good boy!! *scratches him behind the ear again* I'm socially awkward, and nerds tend to make people uncomfortable. I mean dorks! Dorks make people uncomfortable. I think I said Ms. Thornton hinted at danger on the trip in her invitation to me. She said she needed me because of my brain and my code-cracking skills, my ability to solve puzzles. Not much else was said... Do you guys know another way out of town? And do you want to leave as well, Mr. Jeb? Yes, sorry. I don't get into many corn fields at night. The most I've seen darkened corn fields are in horror movies. Really? Did you notice the talking dog who's walking with us? That's not ramblings, clearly-it's real. If there's something you need to tell us about someone in our group, I would certainly appreciate knowing (shifts eyes to Jeb). Yes Before we get killed by devil children or scarecrow sentries, or whatever the hell is out here, Jeb, Ruffy will you please tell me if you know a woman named Elizabeth Rose Thornton?? Austin, Bulldog thanks for letting me in on who you are and junk. That's really nice of you. I encrypt software for a video game company. Sometime I write dialogue for games as well since I have such an extensive knowledge of Star Wars, D&D and LOTR canon. I'm the president of an online LOTR club-Bilbo's Lineage. We have internet chat room parties where we talk all night about LOTR and sometimes other stuff too. Did you know Peter Jackson is making two new Hobbit based movies? You guys should come to the chats some times. I think it's exciting. I stay up all night eating cheetos and drinking Mountain Dew. Sometimes I have to switch to seltzer water because I get a little goofy with all the sugar. I went to a bar once with some friends from college. We had a LOTR costume night and went to our local sports bar. I had some alcohol and it made me really social...and that scared me. Plus I ended up hanging from a coat hook by my underwear after asking a local steel worker who his favorite LOTR character was. So I only drink around friends in safer private settings. But Mountain Dew will give you a hell of a sugar hangover if you're not careful. Oh! And in my spare time, I restore LOTR collector chess sets and sell them on eBay! You guys should come visit me. I think you'd have a blast! If we ever get out of this weird town...

Let me see if I can remember what I was given before getting the ability to change it myself: You don't understand - it's a joke! Is it inappropriate for me to boo you? The Noble Joke Hunter The Noble Preacher The Confused Preacher The Confused Whacker Booing the Walrus Bucket Has Walrus Envy Has Waldorf Envy Has Troy Envy Has Whacking Issues !! The voice of Riley The dog whisperer Jipay’s little bitch Look at meeeee! Inc. Master of the Fabulands

I don't trust anybody except Mark and Bulldog, so no offense taken. What would you like to know about me? Besides bringing the knife on the train, which isn't against any law, I don't think I've done anything to lose others' trust. So why do you think it is that nobody trusts me? I think I'm pretty harmless and honest. Perhaps you could tell me a little more about yourself while we're at it.

We should be to the farm by now, right? Are we almost there, Ruffy? I hope Mark's OK. I just got a bad feeling... It's very odd that Max never gave me my knife back after I requested it so many times...

As I already told Ruffy, we thought we should find out from Jethro what we can about the town to see what we're up against and if there's an operative on the train. Also, as they're on the outskirts of town, they may know a quick way out in case we need to take it, should there be any trouble. Dogs know great shortcuts, after all...

Ruffy, what's the kettle for again? Anyway, I thought I heard something else out there. And those crows flew off when I heard it. The kettle's been clanging the whole time and it didn't seem to bother the crows... In answer to your question, Bulldog, Austin and I thought it would be a good idea to talk to Jethro about the town and what we might be up against. It seems some trouble has already started on our train and this stop seems bizarre. Jethro seemed trustworthy, but he's been quiet ever since we've been out here. I trust you too, I suppose, Ruffy. Dogs are man's most loyal friends! But, I hope you're loyal to good people here and not people who want to hurt us. Do you think anyone wants to hurt us, Ruffy? And do you know Elizabeth Rose Thornton? I can't believe I'm talking to a dog. You're cute, though. *scratches Ruffy behind the ear* Good boy. I saved some Eggo for you. Can you have table food?

Anybody want to play Strip Poker? And don't forget, I asked an important question in my last post!

EEEEEEEEEEE! Oh, how humorous. Do you have an extra pair of pants? I appear to have pooped a little in mine. I agree that we don't belong here Farmer John, and I do hope we can be out of your hair as soon as possible. So, the mayor stopped the train because he wants new blood in town? How on Earth would he do that? Does he have an inside operative on the train? Sounds like something Alex would do... What does this have to do with Eleanor's husband? Or our missing host? Say, have you ever heard of a woman named Elizabeth Rose Thornton? OK, Ruffy. I think we should follow you. Are you guys with me? I have this d20 to stab children with, so don't be afraid. Say, Ruffy? Do you know Elizabeth Rose Thornton? Rose Thorn... Can you explain why you're town is so crazy and defies the laws of Science? Devil children in the fields, talking dogs, a magic nerd who turns people into birds and eats everything. You seem to be the most rational. How can all of this be happening? As one of the anomalies, what's your take on the matter? Jethro, do you know Elizabeth Rose Thornton? Do you have answers to any of the questions I've asked?

Settle down, angry. Several people have mentioned that.

Wait, what? Do the scarecrows stab? And what about my questions about the town and the mayor? Will you please answer those? And how big is the farm?

Rut-Ro Jeb, don't say "what?" And cover your ears, for some reason this one's always followed with a wet willy. So, this corn field. It's...yellow...and green, huh? Pretty cool. Jethro, now that we're not around the mayor or the crazy person Zepher is, can you explain to us what's going on? What's this story about magic, turning people into birds, and the mayor murdering the townspeople who try to move away?

Hey guys, I wanted to sincerely apologize if I offended anyone. The four or five posts I made this morning were meant in character as part of the game-with the exception of the weird comment I made in this thread which I edited out. Even that wasn't meant to be harsh, but I can tell there's no way for that to be clear when it's just typed. Every post I made was meant in good fun and I had enough sense to deleted my comments at that time if I'd thought they were inappropriate. I wouldn't do anything irresponsible with the site and have posted after drinking many times. I can see how people might've been offended with the things I said and for that I apologize. But please believe me when I say no offense, at all, was meant. I really do like everyone here very much and this was a case of my sense of humor being warped by a very long night. Thanks guys. If anyone feels they need to discuss this further with me, please do so by PM, so as not to de-rail this discussion thread. And thanks TheBrickster for an incredibly enjoyable game! It's so much fun.

...a talking dog? ... ... ...what the?? *huh* OK... *to Bulldog and Austin* Ever hear the expression, don't drink the Kool-Aid? So, Jethro, do you have any coal here?

You'll have to accept my sincerest apologies. The painting of Luke Skywalker was trying to take advantage of me and kept me out until 7 am drinking. We are certainly stuck with what to do about which Rebel pilot attacked you. Perhaps I should ask Widanko tomorrow about Fark or Adam and wait to learn about...that other guy.

Stop slapping and strutting, it's weird.

Oh, lay off Americans. We're all in different time zones and have pages to catch up on too. I decided to drink heavily and stay out until 7 in the morning. If you are a kid, think of me as a bad example. If you are not, then please excuse my last several posts as they were all alcohol-infused. Fermentation.

I think my head injury is getting worse. I can either relax and keep my mouth shut, or.... Who are you, the narrator? Oh...wait, I guess you are. Well, shut up anyway. Yay! We're nerds! Awesome. Shake cards! This one is seeming more pretentious and annoying by the minute. It's clear she has an inflated sense of self so I hope someone tells her to shut up. Shut up. You're my best friend!

He is...

Thank God there's a gaylord to take the focus off of the nerdman. Oh go megablocks yourself, queen of the hags.

Well, considering you spent the whole day trying to get me to vote for Adam (whatever his character name is) based on the fact that a pilot tried to kill Sir Dillon and not giving me credit to realize that you are also a pilot, I shall spend my time trying to get everyone to vote for you as I think you are clearly an Imperial. Sorry...

I'll bring my D20 as a weapon. The corners are pretty sharp.

I struck a nerve. *lowers voice* OK, we found the Mama, the queen bee. The hive of Willoughby must be protecting her. If we kill her, I believe we'll be set free... *in full voice* keep in mind, I have a slight head injury from the train stopping so fart.