TIG: LXV - Our fate lies with...them? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Boromir88 · 08-12-2009, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Lariren Shadow

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sorry it's been mostly solved, it read "*yawns and goes to sleep* I will not modfire for highlighting, but if there are not 5 pages when I awake you're all modfired!" *passes out for a 3rd time*

satansaloser2005 · 08-12-2009, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Boromir88

sorry it's been mostly solved, it read "*yawns and goes to sleep* I will not modfire for highlighting, but if there are not 5 pages when I awake you're all modfired!" *passes out for a 3rd time*

Hey, you took my fun away.

Lariren Shadow · 08-13-2009, 12:00 AM

So we need to get to 5 pages? Well we are at three

satansaloser2005 · 08-13-2009, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Lariren Shadow

So we need to get to 5 pages? Well we are at three

I think my favorite bit of this is that he's asking us to blab.

First to the finish then?

Boromir88 · 08-13-2009, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Lariren Shadow

So we need to get to 5 pages? Well we are at three

You wanna make it 7 missy!?

satansaloser2005 · 08-13-2009, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Boromir88

You wanna make it 7 missy!?

YOU CAN'T HANDLE SEVEN PAGES!

the phantom · 08-13-2009, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Reverser

This may not be a trap, but it is not a good idea. .resreveR eht syas oS

I mean, what's the point? Baddies can leave gifted clues too.

Then make them do it. Make them take the time to work out some code and work it into their posts. Make them expend the time and energy. Not to mention- how the heck can they know at this stage which gifted role they should prepare to false-reveal as? If they wanted to do it properly they'd have to have some sort of code for EVERY gifted role. Make them waste their time doing it!

Not to mention the fact that someone who actually has gifted markers to point to will be more believable than someone who says, "Um, I'm like, the Ranger. No, I haven't left clues. Just believe me." If they've left a trail from the get-go then they're either telling the truth or we at least gave the baddie extra work to do.

You've seen enough of these games to know how this works, dear. Remember Seer-Boro, who left clues, or White-Queen-Brin, or Hunter-Lari? The list goes on and on. It's always wise to be able to support a claim.

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Originally Posted by Mr. E (Shasta)

Phantom, say something extremely arrogant and pigheaded so I can vote for you, 'kay?

Candor Man is incapable of being prideful beyond fact. Any statement I make that seems complimentary will be true rather than arrogant. I am sorry to disappoint you, and hope that this does not ruin your game.

And by the way, I'm not sure that I entirely understand what your power is, sir. Are you always just... erm, unlit?

satansaloser2005 · 08-13-2009, 12:14 AM

He's always in the dark. A concept you should be familiar with, Phantom.

Shastanis Althreduin · 08-13-2009, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Phantom

Not to mention the fact that someone who actually has gifted markers to point to will be more believable than someone who says, "Um, I'm like, the Ranger. No, I haven't left clues. Just believe me."

*coughBorocoughcougheveryonewhobelievedhimcoughcoughwheezeco ugh*

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Originally Posted by Phantom

And by the way, I'm not sure that I entirely understand what your power is, sir. Are you always just... erm, unlit?

Appropriately ironic for a theatre major, no?

Shastanis Althreduin · 08-13-2009, 12:18 AM

Also,

"Um, I'm like, the Ranger. No, I haven't left clues. Just believe me. Believe me because I'm Boromir88, dangit!"

Fixed that for you, Candor Man.

Edit: Fixed italics.

satansaloser2005 · 08-13-2009, 12:25 AM

*snickers*

the phantom · 08-13-2009, 01:06 AM

And now Brin is here! We can stay up all night and talk!

*eyelids droop*

Or maybe not.

*yawns*

Candor Man is tired, and needs his rest, but he will be around for most of the day tomorrow.

Lariren Shadow · 08-13-2009, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Candor Man

You've seen enough of these games to know how this works, dear. Remember Seer-Boro, who left clues, or White-Queen-Brin, or Hunter-Lari? The list goes on and on. It's always wise to be able to support a claim.

...to be fair, I don't think I ever left clues when I was the Hunter that I remember. When I was the Ranger though, I left a lot of clues. And one of them was off of what Shasta said.

satansaloser2005 · 08-13-2009, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Lariren Shadow

...to be fair, I don't think I ever left clues when I was the Hunter that I remember. When I was the Ranger though, I left a lot of clues. And one of them was off of what Shasta said.

I left clues as the Hunter once and no one believed me.

*slaps Shasta*

"I'm not sure I deserved that one."

Of course it could have been because my role wasn't supposed to exist, at least as far as everyone else knew, so no one would have believed me anyway.

*slaps Shasta again*

"I may have deserved that one."

And then of course once I died people believed me but had no idea what was going on and we all (and I mean all) lost despite my quite amazing performance with Fea.

*slaps Shasta again*

"That one I deserved."

~~~~~~~~

Phantom, I see your point, but baddies can also leave clues that seem legit and while I'm all for gifteds leaving hints about stuff I think that they'd be doing it anyway, so why bring it up when most people do it (at some level) anyway? I'm just sayin'.

the phantom · 08-13-2009, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Hover Girl (Lari)

to be fair, I don't think I ever left clues when I was the Hunter that I remember. When I was the Ranger though, I left a lot of clues.

That was the time I was remembering. I said "Hunter" because one of your clues was that you were "the archer". But looking back I see that in that game your role was actually called "Strider", and your clue only worked due to the fact that there was no official Hunter of course.

Lariren Shadow · 08-13-2009, 12:39 AM

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That was the time I was remembering. I said "Hunter" because one of your clues was that you were "the archer". But looking back I see that in that game your role was actually called "Strider", and your clue only worked due to the fact that there was no official Hunter of course.

Yes, that game.

This is my posting to try to get the number of pages up.

the phantom · 08-13-2009, 12:41 AM

And Sally- you say they'll do it anyway, but they don't always do it. You know they don't. Sometimes the clues are too obvious (clues that you can figure out by reading without the aid of a code) and I have certainly seen occasions where clues are rather absent. I brought up the point in order to make it clear that I do NOT want to see any of that happen this time around. I want everything done as neatly as possible so as to increase the chances of victory. In a certain percentage of games following that guideline may not even help, but if one of those situations just happens to come up this time around, I want to be as prepared for it as possible.

So, unless you don't like the idea of an increased chance of hero victory, don't take issue with the advice, dearie.

satansaloser2005 · 08-13-2009, 12:42 AM

Lari, weren't you hunter in my game as well?

EDIT: x'd with Phantom. What I meant was that if they were going to do it they'd do it anyway. If they weren't I don't think they'd take your advice (no offense) simply because you offered it. Stylistic choice, sweetie. And don't get me wrong, I agree with you completely, I just don't think some people work that way for some reason. Heck if I know.

Nerwen · 08-13-2009, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Shastanis Althreduin

Also, lay off Nerwen. She said it was only a day one thing in the admin thread, stop complaining, thank you.

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Originally Posted by satansaloser2005

Phantom, I see your point, but baddies can also leave clues that seem legit and while I'm all for gifteds leaving hints about stuff I think that they'd be doing it anyway, so why bring it up when most people do it (at some level) anyway? I'm just sayin'.

Exactly. And half the time it does them no good whatever.

EDIT:X'd since Sally at 101.

satansaloser2005 · 08-13-2009, 12:46 AM

*giggles at Nerwen*

That's a rather awesome talent, my dear. I can do your 'power' for real, though it's easier when I'm typing. (No, I'm not dyslexic, I'm just good with words and stuff like that. Random fact? I used to read backward on purpose at school so I would read slower and didn't look like a dork for finishing before everyone else. Now that's hard to manage, because of course your brain wants to process things the correct way.)

And unfortunately you're right. If the baddies want to fake (or discredit) a reveal bad enough they'll find a way to do it and there's nothing the gifted in question can do about it. Though I'm not opposed to them (the gifted, that is, of course) trying.

the phantom · 08-13-2009, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Movie Quote Girl (Sally)

What I meant was that if they were going to do it they'd do it anyway.

But I'm telling them to maybe not do it the way they originally thought of doing it. Don't leave hints... leave a coded message that will not be found, but can be pointed out. Unless of course you don't mind the baddies finding you.

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Originally Posted by Movie Quote Girl

If they weren't I don't think they'd take your advice (no offense) simply because you offered it.

If they purposefully choose not to do something that may prove beneficial, that's their problem. That's not going to stop me from saying it.

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Exactly. And half the time it does them no good whatever.

I already addressed that. Just because it doesn't do any good sometimes doesn't mean it never does any good. Why not improve the odds? Seriously. The fact that anyone has a problem with this idea is silly.

satansaloser2005 · 08-13-2009, 12:53 AM

Oi, don't look at me. I'm trying to fill pages. Don't wanna die on Day One again.

You're not going to change people's playing styles just by suggestion, but you're right; it doesn't hurt to try. The problem is that if you leave a code and you die, the code dies with you. Leave obscure enough hints and maybe someone (although as you mentioned you run the risk of it being the wrong someone) will hopefully be able to figure it out even after you're gone.

Not arguing, really, just pointing out things. And for the record I already had a plan worked out for if I was gifted. Alas, it's gone to waste.

08-13-2009, 12:00 AM	#3
Lariren Shadow Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Where the day meets the night Posts: 607	So we need to get to 5 pages? Well we are at three __________________ Choose treachery, its more fun!

08-13-2009, 12:14 AM	#8
satansaloser2005 The Sweetest Spoiler Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: from beneath you it giggles incessantly Posts: 5,789	He's always in the dark. A concept you should be familiar with, Phantom. __________________ "My heart always cowers behind the defense of my wit." Friendship is two pals munching on a well-cooked face together. Fenris bookworm.

08-13-2009, 12:18 AM	#10
Shastanis Althreduin Werewolf Psychic Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: In fire, water, earth, and air. But mostly water. Posts: 2,832	Also, "Um, I'm like, the Ranger. No, I haven't left clues. Just believe me. Believe me because I'm Boromir88, dangit!" Fixed that for you, Candor Man. Edit: Fixed italics. __________________ Shasta– ... However, if he's innocent his famous clairvoyant powers must be taking the week off. Meanwhile, the Night-kills have been awfully effective– almost like we're dealing with a psychic wolf... - Nerwen, WW LXXV

08-13-2009, 12:25 AM	#11
satansaloser2005 The Sweetest Spoiler Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: from beneath you it giggles incessantly Posts: 5,789	snickers __________________ "My heart always cowers behind the defense of my wit." Friendship is two pals munching on a well-cooked face together. Fenris bookworm.

08-13-2009, 01:06 AM	#12
the phantom Beloved Shadow Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: The Stadium Posts: 5,971	And now Brin is here! We can stay up all night and talk! eyelids droop Or maybe not. yawns Candor Man is tired, and needs his rest, but he will be around for most of the day tomorrow. __________________ the phantom has posted. This thread is now important.

08-13-2009, 12:41 AM	#17
the phantom Beloved Shadow Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: The Stadium Posts: 5,971	And Sally- you say they'll do it anyway, but they don't always do it. You know they don't. Sometimes the clues are too obvious (clues that you can figure out by reading without the aid of a code) and I have certainly seen occasions where clues are rather absent. I brought up the point in order to make it clear that I do NOT want to see any of that happen this time around. I want everything done as neatly as possible so as to increase the chances of victory. In a certain percentage of games following that guideline may not even help, but if one of those situations just happens to come up this time around, I want to be as prepared for it as possible. So, unless you don't like the idea of an increased chance of hero victory, don't take issue with the advice, dearie. __________________ the phantom has posted. This thread is now important.

08-13-2009, 12:42 AM	#18
satansaloser2005 The Sweetest Spoiler Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: from beneath you it giggles incessantly Posts: 5,789	Lari, weren't you hunter in my game as well? EDIT: x'd with Phantom. What I meant was that if they were going to do it they'd do it anyway. If they weren't I don't think they'd take your advice (no offense) simply because you offered it. Stylistic choice, sweetie. And don't get me wrong, I agree with you completely, I just don't think some people work that way for some reason. Heck if I know. __________________ "My heart always cowers behind the defense of my wit." Friendship is two pals munching on a well-cooked face together. Fenris bookworm.

08-13-2009, 12:46 AM	#20
satansaloser2005 The Sweetest Spoiler Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: from beneath you it giggles incessantly Posts: 5,789	giggles at Nerwen That's a rather awesome talent, my dear. I can do your 'power' for real, though it's easier when I'm typing. (No, I'm not dyslexic, I'm just good with words and stuff like that. Random fact? I used to read backward on purpose at school so I would read slower and didn't look like a dork for finishing before everyone else. Now that's hard to manage, because of course your brain wants to process things the correct way.) And unfortunately you're right. If the baddies want to fake (or discredit) a reveal bad enough they'll find a way to do it and there's nothing the gifted in question can do about it. Though I'm not opposed to them (the gifted, that is, of course) trying. __________________ "My heart always cowers behind the defense of my wit." Friendship is two pals munching on a well-cooked face together. Fenris bookworm.

08-13-2009, 12:53 AM	#22
satansaloser2005 The Sweetest Spoiler Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: from beneath you it giggles incessantly Posts: 5,789	Oi, don't look at me. I'm trying to fill pages. Don't wanna die on Day One again. You're not going to change people's playing styles just by suggestion, but you're right; it doesn't hurt to try. The problem is that if you leave a code and you die, the code dies with you. Leave obscure enough hints and maybe someone (although as you mentioned you run the risk of it being the wrong someone) will hopefully be able to figure it out even after you're gone. Not arguing, really, just pointing out things. And for the record I already had a plan worked out for if I was gifted. Alas, it's gone to waste. __________________ "My heart always cowers behind the defense of my wit." Friendship is two pals munching on a well-cooked face together. Fenris bookworm.