Given the overwhelming amount of votes for The King of Comedy, I shall close the voting now.
Scheduled vote count started by Duke William of on Jul 13, 2022 at 3:26 PM, finished with 16 posts and 12 votes.
[X] Plan: The King of Comedy
-[x]Go Somewhere Else?
--[x] Vegas, baby!
-[x] Go to stand up comedy clubs and watch a few shows (write in) -[x] Go to a bar or something to make jokes: You wanted to try some comedy, perhaps you can try. even with your shit timing. DC 50 (Your Lack of comedy chops is going to be something that will bite you.) -[x] Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn. -10 Malus due to Critical Failure last time you tried this.) --[x] Write a comedy set to perform with the above stand up comedy action -[x]The Dating Scene: You want to meet someone, and perhaps, get a girlfriend. Maybe you can do that. DC 15(You go on a blind date)
[X] Plan: Gestation Period
-[X]Stay in China?: Perhaps Hong Kong would be a good place to build up your name. You had heard that next year, there will be another film starring Bruce that will be in production, and perhaps, this time, you can get a larger starting role? -[X] Research stuff, see if anything piques your interest: You may have graduated High School as a kid, but you never stopped trying to learn. DC 15 (Write-in what you want to learn about below) --[X] Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn. -10 Malus due to Critical Failure last time you tried this.) -[X] Learn to play an instrument: You want to learn how to play something DC 80 (You have no idea what the hell you are doing.) -[X] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, see how they are doing? DC 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing) -[X]The Call of Creation: You want to create something of your own, a story, an idea that maybe, you can shop around to more talented people. DC???. Write in what you want to create. Reward: (Your write in idea will be going through the creative process) --[X] We begin to form a story about a world wherein a person is born with an affinity to 'something'. This 'something' can be anything, ranging from cooking to swordplay, writing to ditchdigging. It is never obvious what that 'something' is until you have actually done the action itself. The story focuses on a young/mid 20s adult who has yet to find what their niche is, and explores them as they try to figure it out, faking already having it in order to continue being a part of their community.
-[x]Go Somewhere Else?
--[x] Vegas, baby!
-[x] Go to stand up comedy clubs and watch a few shows (write in) -[x] Go to a bar or something to make jokes: You wanted to try some comedy, perhaps you can try. even with your shit timing. DC 50 (Your Lack of comedy chops is going to be something that will bite you.)
-[x] Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn. -10 Malus due to Critical Failure last time you tried this.)
--[x] Write a comedy set to perform with the above stand up comedy action
-[x]The Dating Scene: You want to meet someone, and perhaps, get a girlfriend. Maybe you can do that. DC 15(You go on a blind date)
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Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn. -10 Malus due to Critical Failure last time you tried this.)
--[x] Write a comedy set to perform with the above stand up comedy action
Roll: 99-10=89
You had the perfect lines.
Well actually, they were not perfect, but by god, they were funny in your head.
Every time you work on them, more material from your memories and the stories you heard from your father, clint and others flooded into the material.
it was incredible just how much material you had.
And you used every bit of it.
Reward: +5 to writing stat.
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Go to a bar or something to make jokes: You wanted to try some comedy, perhaps you can try. even with your shit timing. DC 50 (Your Lack of comedy chops is going to be something that will bite you.)
Roll: 68-10+10=68
"so Here I was in high school, it happened in High School, and uh, we had this teacher, called Mr. O'Maily and he had this kid called Jack. O'maily, he was a sophomore, I was an uh, senior. May not look like it but I was a senior. See, Mr. O'Maily was an absolute cunt, like, if you had a picture to describe how badly he was a cunt, he would be the dictionary photo of it. We all hated him, he was a bloody cunt, now, he and his wife, were going out of town. And that's a terrible idea because he was such a cunt.
So we decided to throw a party, at Mr. O'Maily's house. Hurray...
And word spread around town, and we decided to destroy the place.
So I walked into this party, and everyone whom I'd ever known was there, and everyone was drinking like it was the end of the world. Like it was the civil war, and a surgeon coming our way to saw something off, it was bloody wild.
Utterly unsupervised.
Like dogs without horses, we were running wild.
And I walked down to the basement, they had a pool table in the basement, and one of my mates, took a running start and broke the entire bloody thing in half with his body, and didn't get up.
Then one of the mates discovered Mr. O'Maily's bedroom and took a shit on his bed. Right on his bed, it was wild.
The Party was going fantastically.
Now I'm holding a glass, you've seen the glass. And I was starting to black out. I was hammered.
I guess someone said, something police.
So in a brilliant moment of word association, I decided to say the one thing that a drunk Irishman should say when the coppers come.
FUCK THE POLICE!
And everyone else joined in, all 100 lads and lasses at this party, they were so drunk...
And we all shouted fuck the police.
I can't remember much about what happened, cause I work up in my bed, and had no idea how in blazes I got there.
And when I went back to school on Monday, because that's what we did after illegally fucking a man's house, I saw jack.
He asked me if I was at the party. He didn't remember a thing that night.
And I told him no.
Needless to say that Mr. O'Maily was incredulous, and wasn't as much of a cunt ever again.
Reward: Your comedy is a riot act. Vegas wants to try and keep you around as a headliner.
Bad timing no longer affects you.
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The Dating Scene: You want to meet someone, and perhaps, get a girlfriend. Maybe you can do that. DC 15(You go on a blind date)
Roll: 30+10=40
The girl was a party girl on vacation with her rich whale of a father, a professional poker player that was playing in a tournament being held in the city.
Her name was Alison Ashmore, and you were going to be completely honest, she was kinda boring once you got past the good looks and the cheery smile.
Sure the red dress she wore was something breathtaking, but then again, the time you spent together was mixed.
When you first met, she was seemingly a pretty face that was board of the desert and the heat. And she was trying to handle the situation as best she could. and you took your chance with the whole introduction.
She did not recognize you as a movie star or a commercial but instead thought you were working for the hotel. It was not really the best thing to be there, and she had immediately wondered if you could get booze from the hotel so she could get hammered.
You did not do that.
To say that the date you had was something of a disaster was an understatement.
Her parents caught your show after you had done it, and they were appalled by your foul-mouthed and crass humor. And then she hugged you.
You had feared that a shotgun would be pulled on you and you would be brought down to the county courthouse.
Instead, you quietly explained how you met, and that you were just going to have a date before he left.
That got you a table for two...
And her parents were watching every moment.
A mood killer to be sure.
And you realized she was far more than your first thought.
Everything she talked about was surface-level knowledge about anything, and she clearly did not have the tact. Yet there was a charm in her conversations, and she clearly knew what she was talking about in the world of fashion and gossip. in fact, you learned she was a tailor.
Every time you changed the subject she was excited and eager to talk about it before she showed knowledge of the subjects you talked about, and it was honestly refreshing.
After the fifth time, it was clear she was running out of subjects she knew by heart, and then was grasping at the straws.
After the tenth time, it was clear she could keep going with basic knowledge, and she was going to keep up.
Then you talked about movies and showed your clear understanding of the art and science of moviemaking. That made her listen to every word you had.
After the meal was done, you quietly excused yourself and got yourself back to the room...
And she left a nice note.
Reward: You have met Alison Ashmore.
She was nice, charming and well read, but nothing really more.
[]Buy a House: You want to buy a home. You have the money for it, so might as well do it. (Write in where you want to live, and the amount of money you want to spend.) DC: ??? Reward: You buy a house.
[]Repaying Kindness: You are going to repay the kindness that Clint showed you. in the only way you feel possible. Cost: 50,000 USD. DC: 0 Reward: You repay Clint's kindness.
[]Join the SAG: it is high time you finaly join the Screen Actors Guild, and become a member. While it means you have to follow their rules... it also has benifits. Like the Coogan fund that can be set up for the rest of your earnings in Hong Kong... the Tax-Free Coogan fund. DC: 40 Reward: You join the Screen Actors guild.
[] Do auditions(Movies and TV Shows): You are going to go to some of the casting calls that are in the place that you can find work in. DC 20(Possibility of only getting a commercial or TV show job, or extra work in a low budget film)
[] Ask Clint if you can act in a movie of his: You know you hate yourself for doing this, but you are going to ask Clint for some help, see if he can give you a role. DC 40 (Clint may be helping you, but not enough to give you a role in one of his films, or risk his reputation on getting you into a movie without some assurance.)
[] Gophering, and other signs of stuff: You want to try and learn how work behind the camera works, and what better way than being a gopher. DC 50 (You have no idea what the hell they were doing, and you have no idea either)
[] Take a walk: Dad always said that the best ways to get inspiration are by walking, talking, and being open-minded. So you'll try that. DC 10 (You are just going for a walk, what could be really said.
[] Register in a theater: There are quite a few theater troops that are looking for some seasonal help for some play's that the regulars could not get to. Perhaps you can work there for a while. DC 40 (Everyone wants to be famous here in Hollywood.)
[] Go to a bar or something to make jokes: You wanted to try some comedy, perhaps you can try. even with your shit timing. DC 40 (Your Lack of comedy chops is going to be something that will bite you.)
[] Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn.)
[] Research stuff, see if anything piques your interest: You may have graduated High School as a kid, but you never stopped trying to learn. DC 15 (Write-in what you want to learn about below)
[] Talk to Clint: You want to ask Clint a few questions, like how he met your father? DC 0 (You just ask Clint about ancient history)
[] Learn to play an instrument: You want to learn how to play something DC 80 (You have no idea what the hell you are doing.)
[] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, see how they are doing? DC 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing)
[]Networking: Well time to start finding out who might actually be interested in meeting you. (Write-in what you want to try and network with)
[]The Call of Creation: You want to create something of your own, a story, an idea that maybe, you can shop around to more talented people. DC???. Write in what you want to create. Reward: (Your write in idea will be going through the creative process)
[]The Dating Scene: You want to meet someone, and perhaps, get a girlfriend. Maybe you can do that. DC 15(You go on a blind date)
Now's a good time to end the vote, I guess. Seems like Money Money wins.
Scheduled vote count started by Duke William of on Jul 14, 2022 at 8:41 AM, finished with 28 posts and 16 votes.
[X]Plan: Money Money Money:
-[X]Buy a House: You want to buy a home. You have the money for it, so might as well do it. (Write in where you want to live, and the amount of money you want to spend.) DC: ??? Reward: You buy a house. (LA. 100,000 USD) -[x]Repaying Kindness: You are going to repay the kindness that Clint showed you. in the only way you feel possible. Cost: 50,000 USD. DC: 0 Reward: You repay Clint's kindness. -[x]Join the SAG: it is high time you finaly join the Screen Actors Guild, and become a member. While it means you have to follow their rules... it also has benifits. Like the Coogan fund that can be set up for the rest of your earnings in Hong Kong... the Tax-Free Coogan fund. DC: 40 Reward: You join the Screen Actors guild. -[X] Do auditions(Movies and TV Shows): You are going to go to some of the casting calls that are in the place that you can find work in. DC 20(Possibility of only getting a commercial or TV show job, or extra work in a low budget film)
[X] Plan Kindness and Credentials -[x]Repaying Kindness: You are going to repay the kindness that Clint showed you. in the only way you feel possible. Cost: 50,000 USD. DC: 0 Reward: You repay Clint's kindness. -[x] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, see how they are doing? DC 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing) -[X]Networking: Well time to start finding out who might actually be interested in meeting you. (Write-in what you want to try and network with) -[X] Register in a theater: There are quite a few theater troops that are looking for some seasonal help for some play's that the regulars could not get to. Perhaps you can work there for a while. DC 40 (Everyone wants to be famous here in Hollywood.)
[x] Guild and being social. -[x]Repaying Kindness: You are going to repay the kindness that Clint showed you. in the only way you feel possible. Cost: 50,000 USD. DC: 0 Reward: You repay Clint's kindness. -[x]Join the SAG: it is high time you finaly join the Screen Actors Guild, and become a member. While it means you have to follow their rules... it also has benifits. Like the Coogan fund that can be set up for the rest of your earnings in Hong Kong... the Tax-Free Coogan fund. DC: 40 Reward: You join the Screen Actors guild. -[x] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, see how they are doing? DC 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing) -[x]The Dating Scene: You want to meet someone, and perhaps, get a girlfriend. Maybe you can do that. DC 15(You go on a blind date)
[X]Repaying Kindness: You are going to repay the kindness that Clint showed you. in the only way you feel possible. Cost: 50,000 USD. DC: 0 Reward: You repay Clint's kindness.
You had looked at the suitcase and then at the family that had shown you nothing but kindness in the last year you were here. Clint was squinting and being his usual self when he saw you and quietly waved. "Bruce, good to see you."
You nodded as you walked forward and gave everyone a hug. "Thanks Clint."
"You in town for a bit?" He asked as he sat and you did as well by the pool, the kids playing around and Clints wife getting some water for the both of you.
"Actually I'm conducting business with an apartment building, and I have a large ownership stake in it." You replied. "Turns out all that money I made is being used wisely."
"You talk to your parents about that?" He asked as you were served a glass of water.
"No." You replied. "I'm thinking of living in the building though."
Clint then coughed. "You sure you can handle the responsibility of that? it's a very big responsibility."
"I think it will be a good thing CLint, and that if I'm lucky, things will be working out for me, and maybe if the acting thing doesn't work, then things might work out well in real estate."
Clint laughed. "Well then, don't take my advice if everything is all settled for you."
"Yeah i'm just worried about a lot of things. Mostly getting work." You replied.
"Well don't be scared for work, that is always going to be a problem. Just keep doing what you are doing and then everything will be alright." Clint replied.
"Oh and I think that I'm forgetting something." You then handed over the suitcase.
Clint tried to protest. "wait a minute, if that's what-"
"It is." You replied. "And I won't take no for an answer. You showed enough kindness to last a lifetime and I still don't think it will be enough."
"Bruce I cannot accept-" Clint protested.
"Then don't take my money, give it to your kids." You replied. "Just for the love of god, don't try and send it back."
Clint knew that you were stubborn. "Very well." He took a deep breath, clearly not happy about what had just happened. "Good luck Bruce."
Reward: You have repaid the kindness The Eastwood family showed you, even though they did not want the money.
-50,000 USD.
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[X]Buy a House: You want to buy a home. You have the money for it, so might as well do it. (Write in where you want to live, and the amount of money you want to spend.) DC: ??? Reward: You buy a house. (LA. 100,000 USD)
The Building was huge, with over 10 stories and well over 100 rooms. The Apartment building was still barely close to finishing construction, but a group of buys were short on funds to actually buy the property.
But the company had somehow went over budget, and then the group who built it raised their prices to cover the costs of the delays.
The group of people, the investrors in the building, were more then happy to have you join the group to foot the last of the bill.
Then the group was ripped apart by in fighting over who actually owned the building how much each would get paid and
All the while you bought some furnishings, and started to live there. No one else who was part of the group really noticed... until you decided to furnish the entire building (Rather cheaply, it only cost you less then a thousand dollars).
Everyone was amazed, and you did not really care. You had a 15% stake in the building, and you just wanted then to hurry up and get on with their arguments so they can rent it our already.
After being shown up by a teenager, the group got its act together and helped rent out the rooms. And they did not seem to mind that you took the best one for yourself, seeing as you furnished the place for them.
Reward: Have a partial ownership of an apartment building.
You make 5,000 dollars per month from rent.
You also have an apartment all to yourself. Gain +1 action.
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[X]Join the SAG: it is high time you finaly join the Screen Actors Guild, and become a member. While it means you have to follow their rules... it also has benifits. Like the Coogan fund that can be set up for the rest of your earnings in Hong Kong... the Tax-Free Coogan fund. DC: 40 Reward: You join the Screen Actors guild.
It was actually rather simple. Fill out a few papers, explain to them you worked on a movie and had a credit in the film, pay a fee and viola...
You were now officially a member of the SAG.
You now have the rights and privileges of a member of the SAG.
Reward: You are a member of the SAG.
Since you are a minor, the remainder of your pay from the Fists of Fury will be set aside in the Coogan account, where it is untouchable for the next two years.
It is also tax free.
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[X] Do auditions(Movies and TV Shows): You are going to go to some of the casting calls that are in the place that you can find work in. DC 20(Possibility of only getting a commercial or TV show job, or extra work in a low budget film)
Roles Offered:
You recived many offers for rolls on TV.
You even have a choice on what to choose.
[]Colombo: You have been given a job as a heavy of Colombo, a murderer that has an ingenious scheme, of hiding his involvement. Not only hiding out in a public place with dozens of witnesses around, but also destroying the murder weapon by burning it. Its a job that requires sophistication, class and charm, something you have abundence of. (Be a TV Heavy for Peter Falk's Colombo)
[]Mcloud: Another Heavy Role, but this time a more physical precense was needed, and considering your stature, and dashing good looks, you were given the spot of a New York Gangster in Hells Kitchen. (Be a TV Heavy in Mcloud)
[]MASH: You were given a call from Brooks about a young man being needed for a TV show. And you of course listened to him, how one producer Larry Gelbert actually saw your Vegas performances last month and thought you were a riot act and wanted to call you in, but no one knew who you were, and he was flashing around a picture of you everywhere in Hollywood. It wasn't until Brooks saw the photo that the two men finally talked to you. Gelbert wanted you on the show he was developing, as a character from the Novel. Corporal Walter Eugene O'Reilly, or known as Radar O'Reilly in the script. (You have been offered the Role of Radar O'Reilly on MASH)
Voting is ended with what I believe is a narrow victory for MASH.
Scheduled vote count started by Duke William of on Jul 17, 2022 at 7:43 PM, finished with 73 posts and 37 votes.
[X]MASH: You were given a call from Brooks about a young man being needed for a TV show. And you of course listened to him, how one producer Larry Gelbert actually saw your Vegas performances last month and thought you were a riot act and wanted to call you in, but no one knew who you were, and he was flashing around a picture of you everywhere in Hollywood. It wasn't until Brooks saw the photo that the two men finally talked to you. Gelbert wanted you on the show he was developing, as a character from the Novel. Corporal Walter Eugene O'Reilly, or known as Radar O'Reilly in the script. (You have been offered the Role of Radar O'Reilly on MASH)
[X]Colombo: You have been given a job as a heavy of Colombo, a murderer that has an ingenious scheme, of hiding his involvement. Not only hiding out in a public place with dozens of witnesses around, but also destroying the murder weapon by burning it. Its a job that requires sophistication, class and charm, something you have abundence of. (Be a TV Heavy for Peter Falk's Colombo)
[X] MASH and Colombo, Bruce found both of those options very appealing and will try to apply to those two choices, provided that the the timing doesn't conflict with each other
You kept twiddling your thumbs as you waited for the interview to begin. There was tripe of the usual Hollywood types, secretaries, other producers, and of course, another, more sinister sort that was watching you. The Talent Scouts, the producers who wanted their ideas to win… while there was possibly the most important thing of all that could cause you to set about.
The Heads of the studios themselves were wandering about. They were looking for the next big thing, hoping and listening to the next show.
Yet you took a moment to take a breath and remember to breathe. Remember some of the techniques that Bruce taught you when you were training.
It kept you calm, despite the various looks it got from the others who were watching you.
Everyone marveled at the sight of a young man, so calm, just waiting and sitting and otherwise… Being better and less afraid than everyone else.
Then the door opened, and you saw the man you were waiting for, Larry Gelbert. "Mister O'Brian." He said your name as you stood up. "Come in."
You walked into the room and took a seat, opening up as you quietly gave a small smile to the producer. Then Larry sat down.
"You asked me here?" You stated a question rather than a true statement. That made the producer look at you curiously.
"Indeed." He said. "You see there is this show I am developing, something that I hold quite a bit of faith in."
"I read the script, quite funny, but why me, if you don't mind me asking? What is the appeal you see in me?" You asked.
Larry smiled. "Quite simple, your young, cheap, and my eye for talent is impeccable?"
You frowned as you crossed your arms. "Cheap? I get the eye for talent, and I know I am that good but cheap?"
"First job in Hollywood, most people would kill to be in your position? Especially after a show in Vegas?"
"Not my first job." You replied. "I worked in China with Bruce Lee."
That made the producer frown before he looked at the picture again. Then he asked. "Goose?"
"A Funny nickname that I will never escape, so lets stick to Bruce or O'Brian." You stated bluntly. "Now, let's talk."
"Didn't think you would work on TV?" He asked.
"Well, I have been of the proposition that work can lead to work. And that a job is a job. It's only when passion gets involved that it can become more. Haven't found one that has the passion yet." You smiled. "Just the need to get cash?"
Larry then changed the subject. "You have a knack for comedy."
"Pretty terrible at it to be honest." You replied. "People think the material is what you need, but you need timing, sense and just being real. Unfortunately, that isn't me. I never had it."
"Yet you worked in Vegas, for over a month, and drew the most crowds that that casino had ever seen. Could have made a lot of money." He stated. "Why did you leave?"
"Business opportunity. That and my joy in life is acting, can't do that on stage telling jokes." You replied.
At that Larry nodded. "Yet I have one more question. One more. What do you think gets your attention on this show?"
Goals/Achievements (I will probably edit it and add categories and stuff, add your own suggestions!)
Awards:
• Win an Oscar
• Win a Golden Globe (by @Pathetic King)
• Win an Emmy
• Win a Tony Award (could be fun)
• Win a Razzie(?)
Cultural Impact:
• Get a lead role in a Bollywood film
• Do a genuine martial arts movie
• Be a Bond, or a Bond villain
• Become a Sex Symbol
• Get a Star on the walk of Fame (by @Pathetic King)
• Be a part of a movie that inspires a social movement
• Be a part of a movie that sparks a trend in fashion or pop culture
• Play a historical figure in a biopic
• Be a part of a movie that becomes a Halloween costume staple
• Play a character in a movie or TV show that is referenced in other media
• Be a part of a movie that inspires a theme park attraction or ride
• Play a character that becomes a popular toy or action figure
Random stuff:
• Get a role where you play a significant younger/older character
• Get a role that require a skill you don't have and manage to fake it through
• Save a co-worker from near IRL death while on set
• Get a role of the opposite gender
• Date someone IRL after you acted as a couple
• Have a very good friend as your antagonist in a movie
• Play the same character in both a movie and a TV show
• Learn a new language for a lead role in a foreign-language film (by @Pathetic King)
• Write your own screen play, sell it and then star in the remake (by @Magoose)
• Be part of a movie that becomes a cult classic years after its release
• Get injured on set and continue to act through the injury
• Act in a movie that is shot entirely in one take
• Play a character with a disability that is portrayed accurately and respectfully
• Act in a movie that is entirely improvised
• Play a character with a completely different personality from your own
• Act in a movie that is adapted from a book you love.
• Play a character that is completely CGI or motion-captured
• Act in a movie that is based on a true story and meet the real-life person you portrayed
Endgame (really difficult to get) stuff:
• Create a critically acclaimed independent film with a budget under $1 million
• Be part of a movie that is banned in multiple countries due to controversial content
• Win an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony)
• Be part of a movie that is entirely shot on location in space
• Play a character that requires you to learn a completely new and invented language
• Be part of a movie that is so controversial that it leads to a change in government policy or law
-[x]To be honest, I have never worked on Television before, and there is a possibility that I will enjoy every moment of this celluloid. But that is not a good enough answer for people like you, so I might as well make it clear then. I want to be an actor that can do everything. Provide the biggest laughs. Cries, and even make people ask themselves the questions that they know won't be answered just from watching TV. But at the end of the day, I want to work and be an actor. And this is work, as an actor.
-[x]"What I will take is the standard SAG minimum wage for an actor on screen. But in exchange, I want to have a residual Rerun check for every time the show's syndication reruns, at 5 to 10% of the Gross revenue per episode that I appear in. I have that much faith in this show. I really do. This is my way of showing it."
Twenty minutes passed before you actually saw Larry again. And he was not happy. Well not as happy as you thought
Larry looked at you with bewilderment at what you just said. 5% to 10%" He stated as he took a moment to think. "That is insanity, even beyond the simple fact that the producers would never allow you to take that much of the final cut."
"Even though I am agreeing to work minimum wage for my contract, I will do my utmost to handle the shooting situation regardless of the situation that may find me." You paused before thinking of the word.
"The very fact you are working minimum wage was the only reason we would think that your offer has merit." He replied. "The producers and the money men, and I believe that such a sacrifice should be compensated."
You nodded. "So what?"
"We have agreed to give you 3%." He replied.
"That's-" you protested, but instead Larry spoke first.
"Kid, you may have my attention, but you are in no position to negotiate with me, or anyone else when it comes to money and what you are worth." He stated. "You are worth minimum wage, and 3% of residuals."
You looked at Clint and took a sip of water. "You asked for 10%?" He laughed as he took a moment to breathe to think. "Kid not even producers get that much money unless there was some good reason." He smiled. "You have balls."
"Well I decided to work minimum wage for the first few seasons... and I managed to get 3%." You replied.
That made Clint smile. "Well, you have a good idea, because you gave them something in return. That may mean they might not see you as an asshole."
"An Asshole? Clint, you know me, I don't act like an asshole, unlike others I've heard of like Brando." You replied.
"Well, that is the thing, you asked for too much when you have no star power, no name recognition, and are young. The only reason you weren't kicked out was that it seems that they think you are a kid, and they clearly think that you did not know how to negotiate." He stated. "But you impressed them enough to give you something."
"Thanks for the confidence, Clint." You said. "Hopefully I won't feel all burned out when this is over."
"Well just find the little things that make things fun." He stated. "And if you do not wish to work on the show... Well, make sure you get a payday and give it all you got until then."
"I just hope that production doesn't realize I'm underage."
"You didn't tell them your age?" Clint asked.
"They didn't ask." You replied.
"Jesus Christ." Clint facepalmed. "You can get in trouble kid."
"I know, but here is the thing, I'm already graduated from high school, and I am Emancipated from my parents." You stated.
Clint still shook his head. "If they find out, you may be fired."
"Well, then they just don't have to find out." You smiled.
Reward: You get 3% residuals on MASH, but you are working for the minimum wage of SAG for the first few seasons.
You must dedicate 2 actions to MASH every 2 months for its production
Production began almost three days after you were hired, and things were getting quite strange.
For you, at least. The Producers were very adamant to get production started as quickly as possible.
Due to scheduling, the entire season will be filmed in just under two months. How they were going to do that, you have no clue whatsoever.
Production Actions:
(Choose 2)
[]Meet the Rest of the Cast: You want to meet the people you will be working with for the next few... well however long you are stay the show. DC: 20
[]Meet the Producers: The Moneymen and people in charge are always going to be an influence on you. Perhaps you can have a better second impression. DC: 40
[]Work on your Comedy: This, looking at the first draft of the scripts, is a comedy series. And while you are a good actor, you know you are not good at comedy, even if your timing has gotten better. DC: 40
[]Learn The Set Location: You need to learn the geography of the set, and make sure you won't look like a fool. DC: 10
[]Practice Fire Arms Safety: Since this is a fictional Army Base, you should familiarize yourself with the firearms of the Era. DC: 30/???
[]Work with the Writers: You want to see what the writers cooked up. DC: 0
[] Do auditions(Movies and TV Shows): You are going to go to some of the casting calls that are in the place that you can find work in. DC: 20(Possibility of only getting a commercial or TV show job, or extra work in a low budget film)
[] Ask Clint if you can act in a movie of his: You know you hate yourself for doing this, but you are going to ask Clint for some help, see if he can give you a role. DC: 40 (Clint may be helping you, but not enough to give you a role in one of his films, or risk his reputation on getting you into a movie without some assurance.)
[] Gophering, and other signs of stuff: You want to try and learn how work behind the camera works, and what better way than being a gopher. DC: 50 (You have no idea what the hell they were doing, and you have no idea either)
[] Take a walk: Dad always said that the best ways to get inspiration are by walking, talking, and being open-minded. So you'll try that. DC: 10 (You are just going for a walk, what could be really said.
[] Register in a theater: There are quite a few theater troops that are looking for some seasonal help for some play's that the regulars could not get to. Perhaps you can work there for a while. DC: 40 (Everyone wants to be famous here in Hollywood.)
[] Go to a bar or something to make jokes: You wanted to try some comedy, perhaps you can try. even with your shit timing. DC: 40 (Your Lack of comedy chops is going to be something that will bite you.)
[] Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC: 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn.)
[] Research stuff, see if anything piques your interest: You may have graduated High School as a kid, but you never stopped trying to learn. DC: 15 (Write-in what you want to learn about below)
[] Talk to Clint: You want to ask Clint a few questions, like how he met your father? DC: 0 (You just ask Clint about ancient history)
[] Learn to play an instrument: You want to learn how to play something DC: 80 (You have no idea what the hell you are doing.)
[] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, see how they are doing? DC: 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing)
[]Networking: Well time to start finding out who might actually be interested in meeting you. (Write-in what you want to try and network with)
[]The Call of Creation: You want to create something of your own, a story, an idea that maybe, you can shop around to more talented people. DC: ???. Write in what you want to create. Reward: (Your write in idea will be going through the creative process)
[]The Dating Scene: You want to meet someone, and perhaps, get a girlfriend. Maybe you can do that. DC: 15(You go on a blind date)
[]Alison Ashmore Again: Despite the date going through a... rough start, to say the least, you actually enjoyed your time with Alison. You have her number as well, maybe you could ask her out to a second date? DC: 15(You go on another date with Alison)
[]Hire an Agent: You need someone who is entirely capable of negotiating for you. Cost 1000 Dollars per month. DC: ???
[]Renovate your Home: You want to make your home awesome. But that takes money. Cost: Write in amount. DC: ???
[]Take Business Classes: You are lacking in fincancial education. Time to change that. Cost 1000 Dollars per use. DC: 20
Scheduled vote count started by Duke William of on Jul 26, 2022 at 10:06 AM, finished with 29 posts and 22 votes.
[x]Plan: So it Begins, and So it Falls to You
-[x]Meet the Rest of the Cast: You want to meet the people you will be working with for the next few... well however long you are stay the show. DC: 20
-[x]Learn The Set Location: You need to learn the geography of the set, and make sure you won't look like a fool. DC: 10
-[x]The Call of Creation: You want to create something of your own, a story, an idea that maybe, you can shop around to more talented people. DC: ???. Write in what you want to create. Reward: (Your write in idea will be going through the creative process) --[x]You want to work on that idea you had since Hong Kong, the Story of a criminal assassin, who is in a world by his own desire. He will be tested, spiritually, physically, and mentally in his quest to not only become a member of the So-Called High Table. You want to see it started at least. Just so you aren't bored.
-[x] Go to a bar or something to make jokes: You wanted to try some comedy, perhaps you can try. even with your shit timing. DC: 40 (Your Lack of comedy chops is going to be something that will bite you.) - [x] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, see how they are doing? DC: 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing)
[X] Plan: Networking, and Self-improvement
-[x]Meet the Rest of the Cast: You want to meet the people you will be working with for the next few... well however long you are stay the show. DC: 20
-[X]Meet the Producers: The Moneymen and people in charge are always going to be an influence on you. Perhaps you can have a better second impression. DC: 40
-[X]Networking: Well time to start finding out who might actually be interested in meeting you. (Write-in what you want to try and network with)
--[X] try to network inviting key people (be it fellow actors, producers, or even some of the crew) for a drink, and keep in touch with them, a good word or reccomandtion can go a long way in this business. Try to make friends with people.
-[X]Hire an Agent: You need someone who is entirely capable of negotiating for you. Cost 1000 Dollars per month. DC: ???
-[X]Take Business Classes: You are lacking in fincancial education. Time to change that. Cost 1000 Dollars per use. DC: 20
[X] Mr Show
-[x]Learn The Set Location: You need to learn the geography of the set, and make sure you won't look like a fool. DC: 10
-[X]Practice Fire Arms Safety: Since this is a fictional Army Base, you should familiarize yourself with the firearms of the Era. DC: 30/???
[X] Insperation for our own movie
-[X] Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC: 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn.)
-[x]The Call of Creation: You want to create something of your own, a story, an idea that maybe, you can shop around to more talented people. DC: ???. Write in what you want to create. Reward: (Your write in idea will be going through the creative process)
--[X]An story about a group of people living Underground and facing monsters
-[X]Take Business Classes: You are lacking in fincancial education. Time to change that. Cost 1000 Dollars per use. DC: 20
[X] Plan: First Impressions
-[x]Meet the Rest of the Cast: You want to meet the people you will be working with for the next few... well however long you are stay the show. DC: 20
-[X]Work on your Comedy: This, looking at the first draft of the scripts, is a comedy series. And while you are a good actor, you know you are not good at comedy, even if your timing has gotten better. DC: 40
-[X] Research stuff, see if anything piques your interest: You may have graduated High School as a kid, but you never stopped trying to learn. DC: 15 (Write-in what you want to learn about below)
--[X] Military Communications and Culture: Most of a message isn't the words that are said, but how they are presented. In knowing what an officer or soldier would do, you can make sure that any action is as real as possible, and any deviation is purposeful. - [x] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, see how they are doing? DC: 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing)
-[x]The Call of Creation: You want to create something of your own, a story, an idea that maybe, you can shop around to more talented people. DC: ???. Write in what you want to create. Reward: (Your write in idea will be going through the creative process)
--[X] We begin to form a story about a world wherein a person is born with an affinity to 'something'. This 'something' can be anything, ranging from cooking to swordplay, writing to ditchdigging. It is never obvious what that 'something' is until you have actually done the action itself. The story focuses on a young/mid 20s adult who has yet to find what their niche is, and explores them as they try to figure it out, faking already having it in order to continue being a part of their community.
