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by **seitzu** on Fri Dec 21, 2001 10:08 am

Answers to a few:The plot problem to Mopsy's refusal on the commercial:She had to take part in the filming of the pilot. (or the Faries have really good CGI).
Also, as a notre, Pooka's can't be seen on film (re: Harvey).What decision does Mopsy make for Beowulf: the choice of his new uniformWhat went "Splut":
The black knight after being struck by lightning (at camp)What was Arthurs initial illness :
a nasty cold

Website · by **Lionkingcmsl** on Fri Dec 21, 2001 10:12 am

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>
Originally posted by LevelHead:

Originally posted by Lionkingcmsl:
You don't lose a mousatache when hurt. It's like losing an arm or your hair.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
True -- but he said it was false. Something else he said doesn't make sense.

Ok. The only thing that I can see not making sense, is he said it was "... just a decoy to throw those stupid humans off my trail!" (my italics)Now if we assume that he flew out on his hawk then that statement doesn't make any sense, as the hawk wouldn't leave a trail. But his hawk was seen to go "down", and so it is possible that he had to hike out. So, if that is the case then his statement does make sense and he would try something to make the "enemy" think either he was dead or went a different way.
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by **LevelHead** on Fri Dec 21, 2001 10:29 am

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Lionkingcmsl:
 Ok. The only thing that I can see not making sense, is he said it was "... just a decoy to throw those stupid humans off my trail!" (my italics)
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Okay. I'll blow this off the list. Sometimes an ounce of explanation is worth a pound obscure.Colonel Thunder alleges that humans at Fort Knox were on his chasing him, as you pointed out. However, we see Derkins and his commander discussing the capture of Beowulf and Bristle, and it is clear that they've never seen the Fae before. And we can further infer from the comment about Derkins that even if someone were afraid to go to the commander, they'd have told him -- he's apparently a "true believer".Most likely to me: Colonel Thunder was never seen by Fort Knox personnel. The big bad Colonel may have lost his gnerve.I'm going to be in the mundane world for at least several hours, with some projects to get out the door. But keep those cards and letters coming, folks. {g}And to anyone I miss, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and the best of health and happiness in the new year.Most sincerely,------------------

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Website · by **Lionkingcmsl** on Fri Dec 21, 2001 11:32 am

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by seitzu:
Answers to a few:The plot problem to Mopsy's refusal on the commercial:She had to take part in the filming of the pilot. (or the Faries have really good CGI).
Also, as a notre, Pooka's can't be seen on film (re: Harvey).

-snip-<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Actually, there may not have been any filming done at all, so in essence not plot problem.My take on that strip is they were describing the commercial to her, and the illustration was shown to show what they were describing. Or, they could've "storyboarded" it first and showed that to her.In RL they do the storyboard first then film the commercial.Also, in LevelHead's story Pooka's can be seen on film. It may have been that Harvey didn't want his actual presence to be shown.So, if any of the above is true, then there is no plot difficulty.
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Website · by **Lionkingcmsl** on Fri Dec 21, 2001 11:59 am

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Ogrinally posted by LevelHead:
The Gneech has narrated, and quoted poetry. Who else has narrated the story?
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>You answered it indirectly, but anyway, Excalibur. :=3
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by **Aziraphale** on Fri Dec 21, 2001 12:26 pm

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by LevelHead:
Where's a "Keep Out" sign?Who said they were lonely?Who's "famous"?What is Mopsy literally seen to hamper?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Outside the Bitty Burger construction site, Mopsy said it, pookas (they appeared Harvey and Beetle Bailey, right?), and a turtle-neck!Ha, finally got some answers for you!

Website · by **Lionkingcmsl** on Fri Dec 21, 2001 12:30 pm

For LevelHead:Who "disturbs" Beowulf?------------------
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by **Aziraphale** on Fri Dec 21, 2001 12:38 pm

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Questions by LevelHead:1) Who knows the fae, but expresses wry disdain for them anyway?2) Name something described as "twisted".
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Answers by me:1) Herbert, the Magical Talking Goat(sorry, BICORN)2) The schemes of Col. Thunder and Beowulf about the seige on the Bitty Burger construction site.[This message has been edited by Aziraphale (edited 12-21-2001).]

by **Aziraphale** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 1:00 am

?? But... I answered four questions up there... *shakes head* Never mind. Can I get a ruling on the two others I answered more recently?

by **LevelHead** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 1:06 am

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by seitzu:
What decision does Mopsy make for Beowulf: the choice of his new uniformWhat went "Splut":
The black knight after being struck by lightning (at camp)What was Arthurs initial illness :
a nasty cold<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>First two are good for points. However, I'll disagree with the third.
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by **LevelHead** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 1:15 am

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Aziraphale:
 Outside the Bitty Burger construction site, Mopsy said it, pookas (they appeared Harvey and Beetle Bailey, right?), and a turtle-neck!(and)
1) Herbert, the Magical Talking Goat(sorry, BICORN)
2) The schemes of Col. Thunder and Beowulf about the seige on the Bitty Burger construction site.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Right, Right, not quite, and Right.
(and)
Right and Right.Right on! Sorry about the confusion. I need to hire a Project Administrator. Let's see if I can organize this a bit better...------------------

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by **Aziraphale** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 8:11 am

Hey, no problem. Thanks for answering so quickly.Wait! It leaps out at me now!First, to Level Head, it was Arthur's teacher who receives a note on-camera, and second, to VaCKo, Beowulf was stunned when told that Arthur's Father didn't believe in Fairies. Right person, wrong circumstance is all.

Website · by **Lionkingcmsl** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 10:37 am

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by LevelHead:
 There is still a plot difficulty. Gneech, need a 'yea' or 'nay' (no hints, now{g}) -- do you know what I am talking about?
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Ok, there is two possible "plot difficulties: that present themselves.1. They would need to find children who can "see" Mopsy. Actually, that isn't hard to do as she is plain enough to see, if only you "look".2. The fact the the Fae need human money to wage their war against the humans. That would be a bit of having your cake and eating it too, I would think.
But, we have seen our favorite "Shyster", Gnorman G. Gnome, specify an amount for something, namely further studies, in US dollars.The General's statement at the mention of more money was needed was, "I was afraid of that."Now, in RL, we have something very close to that occuring. There are certain groups that would love to overthrow the US Government, but yet rely on the laws of the US to allow them to assemble and bear arms. The mere mention that the government is going to stop them, they go running to the ACLU to protect them , via the US Constitution, the very document they seek to overthrow.So let me know if I'm on the right track, or have I derailed on a side track. Hey, what do you expect from "the railroading lion". ;=3------------------
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by **Aziraphale** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 10:43 am

Question:How many times have we seen our favorite gnome without his rictus-like grin?

by **LevelHead** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 12:07 pm

No go on the mustache.Got the next two, all right! But on the next one, there's a subtlety:
<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by VaCKo:
 "... the pooka, bound in iron to foil her magic."<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>The narrator didn't need to wear the collar to speak this line.A slight clarification might help:For which line would it have been appropriate to wear the iron collar?Hint: The line is a quote.(amusingly, I was writing this while you were posing your question that appears next...)===|==============/ Level Head[This message has been edited by LevelHead (edited 12-22-2001).]

by **Aziraphale** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 12:31 pm

Ummm... ye of Equally-balanced top? Were any of my answers right? Or do I need to look closer?

by **LevelHead** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 12:40 pm

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Aziraphale:
pookas (they appeared Harvey and Beetle Bailey, right?)<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>First and third are correct. But the middle one had "famous" in quotes...
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by **LevelHead** on Sat Dec 22, 2001 12:56 pm

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Lionkingcmsl:
...My take on that strip is they were describing the commercial to her, and the illustration was shown to show what they were describing. Or, they could've "storyboarded" it first and showed that to her. In RL they do the storyboard first then film the commercial.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Your analysis of this matches mine, so far. <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Lionkingcmsl:
Also, in LevelHead's story Pooka's can be seen on film. It may have been that Harvey didn't want his actual presence to be shown.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>True enough. The Harvey story is more complex, as another thread in the forum describes. <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Lionkingcmsl:
So, if any of the above is true, then there is no plot difficulty.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>There is still a plot difficulty. Gneech, need a 'yea' or 'nay' (no hints, now{g}) -- do you know what I am talking about?
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by **The Gneech** on Sun Dec 23, 2001 2:36 am

I'm sorry, but I'm confuzzled. What exactly do you want a ruling from me, on?And the famous cartoon characters I was referring to haven't entirely been answered. Beetle Bailey was one of them; while technically Peter Pan has _been_ in a cartoon, he is a literary character, not a cartoon character. -The Gneech
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by **LevelHead** on Sun Dec 23, 2001 4:28 am

14. (VaCKo) What went "SPLORK"? The Stik-E 760.
15. (VaCKo) What fundamental point about uniforms did The Gneech miss? Open collars
16. (LionkingCMSL) Who "disturbs" Beowulf? (The Gnome. It is what he do.)
17. (LionkingCMSL) Who or what said they had taken many forms? (Answered)
18. (LionkingCMSL) What forms were shown? and (The sword, and the pen)
19. (LionkingCMSL) In what context? (Dec. of Independence, The Stone)
20. (LionkingCMSL) Why does Beowulf say "We lose more castles

by **seitzu** on Sun Dec 23, 2001 5:01 am

The Pooka commercial:Try #2:
Pookas are lucky. They adopt homes and keep them safe. Not magic. but luck.Who's famous: Beowulf (as the goblins bag him)

by **seitzu** on Sun Dec 23, 2001 5:03 am

The Beowulf diplomatic statement:Well. I really like "Maybe it's because we're led by a nitwit who obsesses on superficial trivia, gives orders that are impossible to fulfill, and who discounts any criticism that comes his way", but I really would guess: "Such talk is beneath you, your majesty."

by **seitzu** on Sun Dec 23, 2001 5:10 am

What rule has changed during the story?The rule about where Mopsy can protect Arthur.

by **seitzu** on Sun Dec 23, 2001 5:33 am

To LevelHead.3 out of 4 of my questions you got right. But You did miss a nickname, addressed directly to Beowulf in a non-sarcastic manner.

by **seitzu** on Sun Dec 23, 2001 5:36 am

To LevelHead.How many of the Fae have been "seen" to be injured in the cause?

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