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MyifanW Wrote:uh... You can't free the wax people. They're trapped. Also mostly dead.

Well, I don't want to say can't, though it's not what we had in mind here. I had pictured them with their flesh and bones and other living stuff being replaced entirely by wax, not coated in it, with the clothes and weapons and such still real. Like in a wax museum, where the bodies are wax but they're wearing real clothes. However, it was never stated explicitly, so the coating-in-wax interpretation is still a valid one. I want to encourage creative interpretations of things that still fit with the information given here. We aren't in control.

The problem with having living people under the wax is that it would sort of nullify the intended effect of putting them in the game - namely, that it's lethal. The idea is that the contestants have to accept the fact that someone is going to die within the hour regardless of what they do, so they might as well make sure it's not them. That's not the main problem, though. It could be explained away - the chosen living contestants are returned to life for the duration of the game, and returned to death at its conclusion. The main problem I have with that particular post was that Wojjan seemed to be referring not to one of the statues, but to the rules-spouting automaton. The one that formed from wax dripping from a stalactite, and the one that Bryce blew up before she could finish. Both of those traits would contradict the notion of a living body underneath the wax.

It's also a huge coincidence that, out of the infinite universes of the multiverse and the near-infinite planets in those universes, that Bryce and Miles happened to pick one not only containing a creature that Asteira has heard of, but an arena that creature had a hand in creating. Highly improbable, though not really impossible, so it's not a game-breaking problem.

That, and the fact that Michelle is standing atop the clock (presumably the one mounted on top of the giant dome that encompasses the whole arena, and thus not something one can stand atop without leaving) make me want to say that Wojjan's last post shouldn't be considered canon. Either Wojjan needs to edit it or someone needs to make a post that somehow accounts for the discrepancies.

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Baphomet Wrote:Well, I don't want to say can't, though it's not what we had in mind here. I had pictured them with their flesh and bones and other living stuff being replaced entirely by wax, not coated in it, with the clothes and weapons and such still real. Like in a wax museum, where the bodies are wax but they're wearing real clothes. However, it was never stated explicitly, so the coating-in-wax interpretation is still a valid one. I want to encourage creative interpretations of things that still fit with the information given here. We aren't in control.

oops. I think I had a wrong idea in mind here. Still happy it's not that game-breaking.

Quote:The problem with having living people under the wax is that it would sort of nullify the intended effect of putting them in the game - namely, that it's lethal. The idea is that the contestants have to accept the fact that someone is going to die within the hour regardless of what they do, so they might as well make sure it's not them. That's not the main problem, though. It could be explained away - the chosen living contestants are returned to life for the duration of the game, and returned to death at its conclusion. The main problem I have with that particular post was that Wojjan seemed to be referring not to one of the statues, but to the rules-spouting automaton. The one that formed from wax dripping from a stalactite, and the one that Bryce blew up before she could finish. Both of those traits would contradict the notion of a living body underneath the wax.

I apparently completely missed the point Bryce blew it up. Adjusting likewise.

Quote:It's also a huge coincidence that, out of the infinite universes of the multiverse and the near-infinite planets in those universes, that Bryce and Miles happened to pick one not only containing a creature that Asteira has heard of, but an arena that creature had a hand in creating. Highly improbable, though not really impossible, so it's not a game-breaking problem.

Asteira knows her mythology. Other than that, a wizard did it.

Quote:That, and the fact that Michelle is standing atop the clock (presumably the one mounted on top of the giant dome that encompasses the whole arena, and thus not something one can stand atop without leaving) make me want to say that Wojjan's last post shouldn't be considered canon. Either Wojjan needs to edit it or someone needs to make a post that somehow accounts for the discrepancies.

Not a main problem, change clock to wall and you're settled.
Is it fixed now?

SpoilerI really want to give you some stretch, Alice, I really do, but it's 4 hours after your reserve. You came by and didn't update your post, so I'm afraid that, if the other agree of course, you lose your turn.

SpoilerA~lice.... [img]images/smilies/squiddle.gif[/img]

I'm not particularly eager to update at the moment (I guess nobody else is) but I'm interested in seeing what you planned before I make a move, too.

And it's not very nice for this to sit around untouched for a couple days in general. Is nobody else interested in updating? I'll leave an open invitation if anyone wants to drag Spender into something, he should just be flying around and sulking at the moment.

SpoilerGo drag Glere into all this. He's being all distant and we're all for teamfriendliness~~~

Seriously though, you and Glere might make for interesting times.

SpoilerI'm really sorry! A bunch of school stuff all came down at once. I should post between 4 pm today and 8 tomorrow morning =_=

SpoilerI would interact if it weren't for the fact everyone seems to be up to something. [img]images/smilies/weasel.gif[/img]

SpoilerI didn't explicitly say the new head was also a fishbowl, but I assume it is.

SpoilerI'm trying to envision Spender hanging in midiair in front of Glere and I find it intensely amusing.

SpoilerOfficial EDF Nightmare/Dreamer/Knight Classifications:
Anti: The highest class of Nightmares, these have embraced hatred; they will destroy anything and everything, without needing to justify it first.
Shattered: Second-highest, these have embraced madness; they are willing to destroy anything, but are typically more infatuated with something else.
Minus: These have embraced wrath; they will destroy anything, but only in pursuit of a goal.
Zero: These have embraced terror; they don't typically destroy, but they cause horrible things to happen.
Digit: The lowest Plus level, they are innocent but inexperienced, and can easily be turned into a Zero or below.
Double Digit: Not much higher than Digit, they cannot defeat nightmares, but they have some resistance, and may protect others.
Weaver: The lowest Knight level; they wander looking for things within their capability, and deal with them.
Breakwater: These Knights stop the spread of nightmares by standing in their way and trying to prevent their own destruction until help arrives.
Hailstorm: These Knights may attack any foe, but they are lacking in experience and stamina, and don't usually defeat enemies.
Knight Superior: These are almost always EDF agents; they are trained, experienced, and disciplined.

Depending on who you ask, Spender is a higher class than Knight Superior, but it's rather unofficial.

SpoilerI totally intend to use Avatar coins to have Spender and Glere flying around in the arena and dogfighting in the fog, if McB accepts. :3 I know the room is limited, but he can set the planes to be smaller without affecting anything else.

SpoilerSounds great! [img]images/smilies/apple.gif[/img] [img]images/smilies/icon_up.gif[/img] Also, what color codes do you use for Spender? I keep getting it close, but off ever so slightly.

SpoilerYou know they have this wonderful button labelled "quote" [img]images/smilies/slimer.gif[/img]
Background 404040, Foreground FFE000 "Gold on silver."

I actually just keep everyone's colors in a digital sticky note on my desktop, mine included, in proper BBCode format, and just copy it when I want to write.

SpoilerGod, he sounds like he's doing an ad for a restaurant.

The "Superbowl Special" is apparently something he actually did either during the superbowl or not long before/after it.

Yes, his Macross VF-1 will be able to transform [img]images/smilies/icon_up.gif[/img]

McB: The "insert coin" dialogue is optional. It will seem like he is actually in the cockpit, although in a detached way, sort of like a flight sim. Oh, and the interface is mental (with redundancy to prevent accidents), so anything he can imagine, he can pick, even if it don't exist. You could make a jet-engine biplane that shoots corn and is painted mauve, for all I care.

Everyone (potentially): Weapon effects will be scaled along with the size. They're still possibly dangerous but they're not fully powered guns/lasers/bombs/etc.

SpoilerTwo things!

1. MIDTERMS AAAAAAAAAAAAAA

2. My character is boring and useless and I wrote myself into a corner with the personality that I gave him. So, um, anyone that wants to, please whip his ass, so I can have some chance of saving myself from this grave that I've dug by having him go into Reaper form.

Also, Pinary, I'm still going to talk to Thomas, Just been busy. Midterms. You know. As soon as possible, I will continue our conversation. Just...midterms. [img]images/smilies/mspa_reader.gif[/img]

SpoilerYou could always have a wax statue force the issue.

In general, if your character's gimmick is either a "hidden" power, or one they're very reluctant to use, you should probably make something crazy happen early on that forces them to use it. This lets the other characters react to it, giving you stuff to build on.

Also - remember, the character's personality may change! If you think your character has a bland personality, start developing him or her so you have more fun writing! If necessary, throw some craziness in there for your character to react to.

SpoilerDitto with what Odinod said on the whole midterm thing! I'll try and post more often as soon as possible.

SpoilerI've been supah busy with school, too. Sorry about the long wait earlier =_=

SpoilerI'M GOING TO KILL YOU ALL.

I mean uh. It's cool guys.

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NEEEEOOOWWW! VFWOOSH! *makes jet noises in addition to actual jet noises as he flies around the arena*

SpoilerI'll post a response later tonight, just have work here shortly.