T-I-G CVIII: Wolves of the Galadhrim (Admin Thread)

[Nerwen]

It is the second millennium of the Third Age. Amroth son of Amdír is still king of Lórien, and he has just learned a dreadful secret from his guest, the Lady Galadriel: the mysterious dark power in Dol Guldur has its spies amongst his people– foul creatures who look like Silvan Elves by day, but at night… well, you know the drill… ;)

Except these wolves can climb trees.

Rôles
2 or 3 Werewolves– Choose a player to kill each Night.

Galadriel (Seer)– dreams a player every Night.
Amroth (Ranger/Lover)– protects a player every Night. May not pick the same player twice in a row. May or may not be able to self-protect. (i.e. I’m not telling.)
Nimrodel (Lover)– The exact nature of the Lovers' relationship is a secret. You are free to speculate.

Depending on numbers, there may be some more secret stuff...

In the event of a tie, the outcome will be decided by a coin-flip, or other random means.

Sign-ups are open. Book your flet now!

Elves of Lórien
Sally
McCaber
Tar-Jêx
Lottie
Farael
Rikae
Shasta
Coppermirror
Boro
Kitanna
Aganzir

[satansaloser2005]

I stare death in the face and I say, with wide bloodshot eyes and spread furry wings, "Please, sir, I want some more."

I actually do need to know the vague deadline though, so I'm able to gauge how much this might slaughter my schedule. For now, please put me down as an enthusiastic maybe. :smokin:

[Nerwen]

I stare death in the face and I say, with wide bloodshot eyes and spread furry wings, "Please, sir, I want some more."

I actually do need to know the vague deadline though, so I'm able to gauge how much this might slaughter my schedule. For now, please put me down as an enthusiastic maybe. :smokin:

As you know, deadlines are often a problem for me, since I’m in a different timezone to most of you.

Can everyone who wants to play let me know the times that would be most convenient for you?

[McCaber]

Amroth (Ranger/Lover)– protects a player every Night. May not pick the same player twice. May or may not be able to self-protect. (i.e. I’m not telling.)

So each person can only be protected once in the entire game?

Also: Signing up.

[Nerwen]

So each person can only be protected once in the entire game?
No, I meant twice in a row. I’ll change it.

[Tar-Jêx]

Exams? NOT IMPORTANT!

I MUST REQUEST YOU TO PUT MY NAME DOWN!

[Nerwen]

When do your exams finish, Tar-Jêx?

[Tar-Jêx]

When do your exams finish, Tar-Jêx?

Wednesday, so I'll be free for a month after that.

[Galadriel55]

Wednesday, so I'll be free for a month after that.

Lucky! I'm only in the starting phase of exam study (which, to my deepest regrets, means that I can't play at the moment), and I still have almost a month to go before I'm free.

[Inziladun]

Lots going on RL at the moment. So unless this waits a couple of weeks to get going, I'll be laying out. :(

[Inziladun]

Wow, did I scare everyone off? Or was it those maggot-folk of Cyberspace (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/showpost.php?p=695491&postcount=113)? ;)

[Tar-Jêx]

Wow, did I scare everyone off? Or was it those maggot-folk of Cyberspace (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/showpost.php?p=695491&postcount=113)? ;)

You scared everyone with your speak of not being able to join us hang some innocent village-folk.

[Nerwen]

I imagine many people have exams now, and are possibly too busy to check the forum. We'll just have to wait.

[Inziladun]

I thought there was a real possibility people were unnerved by the spambot invasion. It's a bit disconcerting to log in and see about 50 members online, all but three or four of them 'bots.

[Tar-Jêx]

I thought there was a real possibility people were unnerved by the spambot invasion. It's a bit disconcerting to log in and see about 50 members online, all but three or four of them 'bots.

That was very unnerving. Maybe we could ask them if they want to play? There are certainly enough of them.

[Nerwen]

That was very unnerving. Maybe we could ask them if they want to play? There are certainly enough of them.
Oh, I did that in my last game. They won.

[satansaloser2005]

Oh, I did that in my last game. They won.

*growls, hisses, boos*

:p

[Loslote]

If this doesn't get started until after the 10th, I can hopefully play!

[Farael]

Peeks in meekly

Would an old-timer like yours truly be welcome to play?

[Nerwen]

!!!
Farael!

Welcome back!

[Farael]

!!!
Farael!

Welcome back!

Why, thanks! I have been thinking about the Barrow Downs a fair bit lately, and recently bought a card game version of this game... and had a sudden urge to play some TIG. And there's a game getting set to start! Couldn't be any more perfect, really

[Tar-Jêx]

Why, thanks! I have been thinking about the Barrow Downs a fair bit lately, and recently bought a card game version of this game... and had a sudden urge to play some TIG. And there's a game getting set to start! Couldn't be any more perfect, really

I've heard of the card version. Is it any good, or is straight up roleplaying superior?

[Farael]

I've heard of the card version. Is it any good, or is straight up roleplaying superior?

If I ever manage to get more than 8 of my friends to show up to a board games night at the same time, I'll let you know! I must admit it was a bit of an impulse buy since the best we've done is 8... and this game requires a MINIMUM of 8 :P

[McCaber]

It's the same exact game as we play here, only you need more face-to-face reading skills instead of textual analysis.

[Tar-Jêx]

It's the same exact game as we play here, only you need more face-to-face reading skills instead of textual analysis.

Ah, then my poker face I've acquired through Magic: The Gathering will be of great use, and sending false signals should be a breeze.

[satansaloser2005]

Peeks in meekly

Would an old-timer like yours truly be welcome to play?

Back from the (un)dead, I see! A glorious surprise to see you again, dear. :)


P.S. I have the same problem getting enough people for RL Werewolf. Harrumph.

[Rikae]

Count me in. :D

Farael's playing - that brings back memories!

[Nerwen]

Excellent!

Uh… you may want to change your avatar before the game commences, Rikae. Just a thought.;)

[Tar-Jêx]

Count me in. :D

Farael's playing - that brings back memories!

I'm already starting to suspect you with that profile picture. I guess mine doesn't do me much good, either, in the way of convincing others I am not a beast.

[satansaloser2005]

Excellent!

Uh… you may want to change your avatar before the game commences, Rikae. Just a thought.;)

But all the cool kids have wolf avatars! ;)

[Rikae]

Excellent!

Uh… you may want to change your avatar before the game commences, Rikae. Just a thought.;)

Reverse psychology.

"Rikae looks so wolfish, she couldn't possibly be a wolf!"

[Farael]

Count me in. :D

Farael's playing - that brings back memories!

Well, the last time I posted around here I was still trying to get into Med School... I'll be Dr. Farael next May! Incidentally, guess why I've been so busy! :p

But when I saw that card game I was hit by a literal(ly figurative) flood of memories and I Just had to check and see if there was a Werewolf game happening... and not only there was one, but it was getting started!

I look forward to taking a stab at this game again

[Tar-Jêx]

Well, the last time I posted around here I was still trying to get into Med School... I'll be Dr. Farael next May! Incidentally, guess why I've been so busy! :p

But when I saw that card game I was hit by a literal(ly figurative) flood of memories and I Just had to check and see if there was a Werewolf game happening... and not only there was one, but it was getting started!

I look forward to taking a stab at this game again

What an excellent pun! Hohohoho!

*Guys, we have our target, even though we're not meant to be biased in the game*

[Farael]

What an excellent pun! Hohohoho!

*Guys, we have our target, even though we're not meant to be biased in the game*

Mr. Tarry, bring it on! But you'll find a feather's touch will be needed else you'll end up looking a-chicken ;)

[Farael]

I hate double-posting, but..

Do we have an estimate on when we might start the game? I am free-ish for the next couple weeks (as free as a medical student ever is... so not very), but I may be skipping town in late December

[Boromir88]

I'll be able to play as long as there's a late DL. Anything between 9pm-midnight would be great.

[Farael]

I'll be able to play as long as there's a late DL. Anything between 9pm-midnight would be great.

*waves* Hey there! So many familiar faces... I just wish I remembered who I distrusted in the past. The only one I remember was The Saucepan Man who was evil as can be!

And for some reason, I don't trust Rikae either! The reason being that I briefly skimmed over the LAST WW game to see how things were played nowadays (the same as ever) and she was very smooth.

[Nerwen]

Farael, all I can say is, it'll start when it starts- we have to get enough people. At this rate I don't see it happening before next week, I'm afraid.:(

Oh, and you should always suspect Rikae.. Even when she isn't playing.

Boro, what timezone are you in?

[satansaloser2005]

I'll be able to play as long as there's a late DL. Anything between 9pm-midnight would be great.

Seconding this, and I believe my prince is with me in Central.

[Shastanis Althreduin]

Am I playing? o.o I suppose.

[Coppermirror]

I really want to play. Please put me down with a question mark. I can't absolutely be sure that I can do it, since I don't know exactly when the game is likely to start or if anything might come up. But I should have enough free time.

My knowledge of the Third Age is sadly lacking, but I will hit up the books and various wikis, and in the worst case scenario will either play an amnesiac or someone frustratingly cryptic. Or both. :p Or maybe I'll play someone cryptic anyway just for fun.

This summer isn't turning out nearly as hot as it could have, which is hopeful, but if it takes a turn for the scorching during the game, my WW-playing time might end up being limited to nights. I might have to charge forth in an attempt to obtain the best laptop computer cooling pad that money can buy. :smokin: My existing computer cooling pads are not equal to the task of defeating a really hot day.

[Inziladun]

For me, there are some things up in the air right now, and I don't want to commit to a game. As much as I hate sitting out WW, I'll have to do so. Feel free to suspect me anyway. ;)

[Tar-Jêx]

So it seems that starting on the 10th is ideal. I am leaving for England on the 16th, and will have no access to internet for the majority of that period.

Most people are in question of their availability, and hopefully that will be resolved by the 10th.

[satansaloser2005]

For me, there are some things up in the air right now, and I don't want to commit to a game. As much as I hate sitting out WW, I'll have to do so. Feel free to suspect me anyway. ;)

Always. :Merisu:

[Coppermirror]

For me, there are some things up in the air right now, and I don't want to commit to a game. As much as I hate sitting out WW, I'll have to do so. Feel free to suspect me anyway. ;)

Quite. I would like to draw everyone's attention to how suspicious this comment is. Inzil is implying that he is above suspicion of being a wolf, and yet he's also ostensibly joking about being one...This is a very tricksy tactic from him, and is one that I could imagine a wolf using. Don't let him fall off your radar, elves. Be wary!

[Tar-Jêx]

Quite. I would like to draw everyone's attention to how suspicious this comment is. Inzil is implying that he is above suspicion of being a wolf, and yet he's also ostensibly joking about being one...This is a very tricksy tactic from him, and is one that I could imagine a wolf using. Don't let him fall off your radar, elves. Be wary!

Yes, and his alleged 'sitting out' on a game of Werewolf signals that he wants to avoid suspicion just because he isn't playing. We have our eyes on you, Inziladun.

[Nerwen]

Am I playing? o.o I suppose.
But of course, my jewel.

[Nerwen]

The Tally
Sally --> Zil
Coppermirror --> Zil (2)
Tar-Jex --> Zil (2)

[Galadriel55]

Yes, and his alleged 'sitting out' on a game of Werewolf signals that he wants to avoid suspicion just because he isn't playing. We have our eyes on you, Inziladun.

Ooohhh, jumping on another player's accusation, are we? Quick to add your voice to a bandwagon? Sure signs of fur and fangs. :D

[Tar-Jêx]

Ooohhh, jumping on another player's accusation, are we? Quick to add your voice to a bandwagon? Sure signs of fur and fangs. :D

I have fur and fangs of a different kind. Us Ursus maritimus are very friendly, and kind creatures, but we will always take out those nasty threats to our habitat, known as werewolves.

By trying to single out one who is committed against Inziladun, it appears you are advocating his werewolf-ness, implying that you may also be a werewolf and are trying to save your comrade from our intuition. Galadriel and Inziladun are the werewolves. We must hang them on successive days.

[Aganzir]

*flashes a fangy smile*

Hello.

Jêx, how long are you staying in England? Because some of us folks are meeting up for new year in Kent and thereabouts! (Thus making it convenient for me if the game finishes before Christmas, so starting around the 10th sounds good).

I am on GMT+2 and should be fine with most deadlines.

[Tar-Jêx]

*flashes a fangy smile*

Hello.

Jêx, how long are you staying in England? Because some of us folks are meeting up for new year in Kent and thereabouts! (Thus making it convenient for me if the game finishes before Christmas, so starting around the 10th sounds good).

I am on GMT+2 and should be fine with most deadlines.

I think I'm there until a few days after new year. Definitely can't make it to Kent, though. Heading to York after a few days in London.

[Kitanna]

What is the estimated start date? I should be able to play, but it depends on when it starts. I got work stuff coming up in a few weeks and it will be impossible for me to play during those days.

[Nerwen]

What is the estimated start date? I should be able to play, but it depends on when it starts. I got work stuff coming up in a few weeks and it will be impossible for me to play during those days.
I'm hoping to start on the 10th or 11th.

[Kitanna]

I'm hoping to start on the 10th or 11th.
I can play for sure then.

[Aganzir]

I think I'm there until a few days after new year. Definitely can't make it to Kent, though. Heading to York after a few days in London.
If we get our schedules to match and you're up for a moot, we could come to London too! I mean we're probably going to do it anyway.

[Coppermirror]

I'm hoping to start on the 10th or 11th.

The 10th or 11th should be fine for me. No need for a question mark any more.

[Boromir88]

My timezone is EST so -5 GMT. It's not a big deal if people need a more suitable DL, just means some days it'll be hard for me to vote if it's not late.

FARAEL! Welcome back :D

[satansaloser2005]

My timezone is EST so -5 GMT.

Are you really? Hm. Whoops, I thought you were far enough over to be in Central land. *blushes*


Remove my question mark as well, please. I'm good to go!

[Loslote]

I'm hoping to start on the 10th or 11th.

In that case, I'm in! (Though I'll be flying back to Alaska on the 15th, so participation will likely be spotty that one day.)

[Farael]

FARAEL! Welcome back :D

Thanks!! It's good to see some familiar faces.

I'm in CST so -6GMT. Much like Boromir, I don't mind when the deadline is... provided that I am not lynched for voting early :P Dec 10th should work... my current rotation should have predictable hours etc etc for me to participate as much as possible!

I'm excited to sink my teeth into this game again.

Incidentally

Us Ursus maritimus are very friendly, and kind creatures

So... a few hours North of where I live, encounters with polar bears are common at certain times of the year. I've never been there myself, but I know it on good authority that the polar bears are viscious and dangerous! Clearly someone's lying to us...

I say lynch them

[Tar-Jêx]

So... a few hours North of where I live, encounters with polar bears are common at certain times of the year. I've never been there myself, but I know it on good authority that the polar bears are viscious and dangerous! Clearly someone's lying to us...

I say lynch them

You're a sharp one. The sharp ones always taste be-ER, the sharp ones are very reliable! Yes! I'd love to be siding with you!

[Aganzir]

provided that I am not lynched for voting early :P
After all these years, I think we'll need a little bit stronger reason for lynching you. ;)

[satansaloser2005]

I just called Phantom, as well as sending him a FB message, so perhaps he'll join us as well!

[Nerwen]

Okay, unless anyone has objections, the DL will be 1:30 pm GMT.

Sally, any news from phantom?

[Farael]

Okay, unless anyone has objections, the DL will be 1:30 pm GMT.

Anyone care to convert that to CST? If I'm not mistaken it's 7 30 AM but I could be very wrong.

If that's the case I would mostly play early in the Day, though I might get a chance to vote on the way to the OR in the morning (currently doing anesthesia and surgeons are definitely morning people)

[Aganzir]

Anyone care to convert that to CST? If I'm not mistaken it's 7 30 AM but I could be very wrong.
It's 14 hours 15 minutes from now unless I'm mistaken.

[Boromir88]

Okay, unless anyone has objections, the DL will be 1:30 pm GMT.

Sally, any news from phantom?

That's actually probably a better time for me than a late night one :)

[satansaloser2005]

Okay, unless anyone has objections, the DL will be 1:30 pm GMT.

Sally, any news from phantom?

He is a busy stick in the mud and will not be joining us, alas.

The deadline is workable for me. I've been meaning to make myself get up a bit earlier in the morning anyway. :)

[Coppermirror]

Huh, that deadline works surprisingly well for me. It'll be about 2:30 AM my time. Even if I won't be there right at the deadline (unless I'm being stupid and staying up late) I will at minimum be able to be around during the evening. Better than having to place an extremely early vote every time.

[Nerwen]

Farael, it is indeed 7:30 am Central time. However, I'm afraid I'm going to have to revise it anyway, as it turns out my own schedule has changed.

New DL is 12:30 pm GMT. I believe this is 6:30 am to you and Sally so you'll both probably want to vote early most Days.

[Farael]

Farael, it is indeed 7:30 am Central time. However, I'm afraid I'm going to have to revise it anyway, as it turns out my own schedule has changed.

New DL is 12:30 pm GMT. I believe this is 6:30 am to you and Sally so you'll both probably want to vote early most Days.

That'll be around the time I'm getting my day started... but you probably don't want half asleep and mad at the world Farael voting :p

[Aganzir]

That'll be around the time I'm getting my day started... but you probably don't want half asleep and mad at the world Farael voting :p
On the contrary. Anti-morning people are always amusing when they have to do something in the morning. ;)

(I was staying at Lommy & Legate's the other night and before she went to sleep, Lommy said, "I don't like to wish anyone good morning because I hate mornings!" I laughed so hard it hurt.)

[Aganzir]

Farael you'll have to switch to invisible mode!

[Farael]

Farael you'll have to switch to invisible mode!

Shoot! I thought I had. Thanks!

[Aganzir]

"Nerdanel!" the injured werewolf gasped.

"It's Nimrodel! How dare you call me by the name of one of the cruel, invading Noldor! Take that!"
Can I just say that I've cracked up every single time I read that? (Including now - make it a fourth time.) :D :D

[Nerwen]

Tell you what, it's a good thing we've reached the end game now, because I'm running out of themed ways to kill people.

[Tar-Jêx]

Tell you what, it's a good thing we've reached the end game now, because I'm running out of themed ways to kill people.

You only need to write 2 more death messages.