Lights... Camera... ACTION!!: A Hollywood Quest

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
Hi Magoose here one of the guys helping Duke.

So we have some bad news.

The quest has been canceled as duke does not want to write it anymore.

I'm going to ask if I can take over for it, because I like this quest, and it would be a shame to kill it
TBF, Mags, you have been doing a lot of the heavylifting for the quest, so this will be in good hands. :)

To be clear to everyone, this is just me burning out on imagination of the quest, since my muse has been hitting me over the head a lot with so many different ideas that I just can't find myself too interested in this.

I'll still hang out here, though, since this still does have a sepcial place in my heart.

I'd like to thank you all for making this a wonderful experience while it lasted.

I'd also like to thank @Magoose, @Fluffy_serpent, and @Martin Noctis for doing so much to help prepare and write this quest. I couldn't have done it without you all. :D

I'll see you all around.

With so many regards, Duke William Of.
 
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That star wars special extended cut that we are going to sell is going to be amazing. 3 hour long movie?! What! Yes please!

-edit-

Wait that is without space battles scenes. And that isn't even with all of the scenes, they have already been heavily cut down from what George was insinuating. So the original design was likely something along the lines of 5 to 6 hours long or something!

The fans are going to go rabid!
 
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What did the LA crime rings do? Don't tell me someone hired a serial killer that targeted children
 
Okay so here's all the potential personal options for next turn that I think we need to take barring any one-turn social actions:

[] 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.)
-[] Guitar
[]Investments: You want to invest your hard-earned cash into something that you feel will be a good return on investment. And as well as diversify your assets DC: 0 (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to invest in)
-[] $3 Million. O'Brian School of Stuntwork (Mando Gym)
[]The Friendship and Brotherhood of George Lucas: George wants to hang out and have fun. DC: 30
[]A Charitable Heart: You want to invest your newfound wealth. Maybe even save some lives while you are at it. (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to donate in)
-[] $4 Million. O'Reilly Foundation. Rescue Dogs and Cats from animal shelters and train for veteran companions as therapy and emotional support pets.
[]Continue Developing Marathon Madness: You want to expand the idea and make the script idea you have even better.
[]Action Directing: It seems the town has been talking about how much of a beast you are at just being a stunt person. In fact, they knew you were a student of Bruce Lee. And they think you know how to stage and block a fight? Maybe you can DC? ???
[]Modeling (High Fashion): So you got a call from a photographer in LA, some no name. But that no name works for Gucci. And he wants you on their next lineup of products. And he needs you to model for him. Which is great… one problem, you have no idea what the hell you are doing. DC: 60
[]Modeling (Advertisements): Thankfully another Call Came in, one from an ad firm. They need you to have some pictures taken so that they are used for saner things. Like selling cars, or ice cream. DC: 40
[] 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.)
-[] Emerald Pimpernel
[] 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)
-[] Learn Korean
[] 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)
-[] Learn Singing


Learn to play a guitar which has the highest difficulty check for instruments, help make us musically viable and maybe help Carrie with her songs by being the guitar guy and lead male vocalist. Main thing stopping us is that music is far from a priority and doesn't necessarily fit with Bruce's current skillset, but it can still be cool and we can support Carrie. In league with that, learn singing so that even if we don't play an instrument, we have a killer voice, and sing with Carrie for albums or musicals.

Build the gym that Orion has been pushing for. My major gripe is the name which I feel is a bit silly, but everything else is great. I put O'Brian School of Stuntwork as an alternative to really emphasis our priorities for actors to train in action and stuntwork and stuntsmen to perfect their craft.

Hang out with George. Not a priority, but he might need it after the editing fiasco and to just have fun after Star Wars.

For charity, also probably not a priority, but something nice that kills two issues with one stone by helping animal shelters and helping mental health of veterans by having companions. Or if not that then we can just devote the action to increasing mental health services and just jumpstart the conversation.

Continue to develop Marathon Madness. We are a shit writer and need this lucky break to develop our movies. I'm also down to starting development of another script. Lean towards Emerald Pimpernel since that's my film but I'm open to other options.

Do action directing, get guaranteed work and help raise our stat. Thing is that stat increase is only going to be minimal so probably something we can push for later.

Do modeling work to establish Bruce as a sex symbol and just in general increase cultural footprint. Also we could do modeling stuff with Carrie and further increase our power couple status. High fashion takes priority.

And finally learn Korean so we can be fluent for MASH and to gain another language of a future cultural juggernaught.

That star wars special extended cut that we are going to sell is going to be amazing. 3 hour long movie?! What! Yes please!

-edit-

Wait that is without space battles scenes. And that isn't even with all of the scenes, they have already been heavily cut down from what George was insinuating. So the original design was likely something along the lines of 5 to 6 hours long or something!

The fans are going to go rabid!

I hope that Marcia keeps as much of the original footage as possible so we can released an uncut version of Star Wars either in theaters in 5 to 10 years or on VHS/DVD and make absolute mega bank.
 
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[] Plan Franchising! [Where the real money from the movie is made.]
-[] Investing in the Future: You want to Spend some of that money you made into the company and make the whole thing better DC: ??? (Linetail what you want to invest in, and how much money you want to invest in it)
--[] Publishing House (Campbell House)[$5 Million]
: Due to both wanting greater control over your films' novelizations and the Howard Estate granting LucasFilms Unlimited permission to create original content for Solomon Kane, you've decided to create an internal publishing house for the company...also comic books, if you can.
--[] The Mandalorian Gymnasium [$3 Million]: Open to the general public and offers an adult accreditation programs as well as an After School program for underprivileged children; to start, Mando's Gym consists of four core programs: The Bruce Lee Memorial Martial Arts and Stunts Program, Conditioning and Exercise Athletics Program, Craftsman and Survivalist Accreditation Program, Firearm and Weapon Safety Accreditation Program.
---[] Part I: The Bruce Lee Memorial Martial Arts and Stunts Program: (Action Cinematography)
The Bruce Lee Memorial Martial Arts and Stunts Program was created in honor of one of the greatest martial artists of all time. This program is designed to emulate the teachings and philosophies that Bruce Lee imparted through his own martial arts journey. Students will learn various styles of martial arts including Jeet Kune Do, Wing Chun, and Muay Thai, among others, to build a well-rounded foundation of techniques.

Beyond just the martial arts, students will also learn the importance of discipline, respect, and self-awareness. The program is much more than just learning how to fight. This is about developing a mindset and a lifestyle that can be applied to all areas of life.

The program is also strongly focused on stunt work, with instructors who have extensive experience in the movie industry. Students will learn how to perform various stunts and fight scenes safely and professionally, gaining insight into the world of stunt work and the importance of precision and attention to detail.

Finally, the program is intertwined with charity work, with proceeds from tuition and donations going towards various organizations that align with Bruce Lee's vision of spreading kindness and positivity. The Bruce Lee Memorial Martial Arts and Stunts Program is a combination of physical training, mental fortitude, and community service, providing a unique and fulfilling experience for all who participate.
-[] Distributing Deals: Since you have a Distribution Company, or rather, are one… You can meet the major movie theater companies and strike a Deal with them. Even when you had really nothing to offer them. DC: ???
-[] Importing Foreign Films: So… you may have a way to get some films showing in American Theaters. Maybe you can go to other foreign film industries and… well, ask to distribute their films. Sure many of those foreign film companies never expected an American company to distribute their films in the US… but maybe you can get money without producing them. (Linetail where you try to get films from, and if there are any specific films, line tail them below) DC: ???
--[] South Korea
-[] A Charitable Heart: You want to invest your newfound wealth. Maybe even save some lives while you are at it. (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to donate in)
--[] Housing Development [$15 Million]
: It's about high time to build something with the Hills Development, and after having read Ildefons Cerdà's original plans for Barcelona [during one of your visits to the Library with Carrie] you feel that there's an opportunity here, so you plan to contract a Civil Engineer to help bring your vision of a developed urban center and affordable apartment housing that exists in harmony with nature to life, with room to grow for higher educational and religious centers.
-[] 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)
--[] Korean


While a lot of the plan was already been outlined [here], let's repeat: the basic premise is that we start capitalizing on a lot of our success and start to create additional resources for LucasFilms Unlimited by gaining access to Publishing a house, which will hopefully allow us greater control over our franchises [such as Solomon Kane and Rocky], such as allowing us to create film novelizations completely internally [as well as tackle other projects, such as comics]; there's also the gym, but you all know my thoughts on it by now, but it's to get a greater quality out of our practical effects departments and hopefully set the new standard globally and Hollywood specifically.

By taking advantage of Korea's sudden love of the Goose, Lucasfilms Unlimited can gain access to an entirely new demographic while the rest of Hollywood is still recovering from the strike [which is also why we learn Korean].

Lastly, by combining Charitable Heart with our Housing Development we can finally do something with the empty lot we've essentially sat on for an entire year and gain a lot of good will.
 
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I hope that Marcia keeps as much of the original footage as possible so we can released an uncut version of Star Wars either in theaters in 5 to 10 years or on VHS/DVD and make absolute mega bank.

Star Wars: Give Up On Your Bladder Edition.

To think this is only the First Movie. It be great if the whole trilogy require like 36 hours to finish 🤔
 
I think we should have Bruce train Boxing in preperation for the Olympics.

Also, spend approx. $50 million dollars to buy 4 professional teams: an NFL team, an NHL team, an MLB team, and an NBA team. Could be profitable and a great way to get influence locally.
 
I think we should have Bruce train Boxing in preperation for the Olympics.

Also, spend approx. $50 million dollars to buy 4 professional teams: an NFL team, an NHL team, an MLB team, and an NBA team. Could be profitable and a great way to get influence locally.
Seems like irresponsible spending at this moment in time. It's also going to take up a bunch of our time unless we find people to manage the teams for us. I want to do this, but just not right now.
 
If George had free rein and our budget, 36 hours might be tame for him
That depends. Remember we're financing it and we also have some final say in it.

Same with Gary and even Mike.

George might not be able to do that just yet.

Also if anything, having an Experienced action and TV director in Bruce opens a lot of possibilities for George.
I think we should have Bruce train Boxing in preperation for the Olympics.
I think so too… but who am I to say anything I'm just the QM :V
Also, spend approx. $50 million dollars to buy 4 professional teams: an NFL team, an NHL team, an MLB team, and an NBA team. Could be profitable and a great way to get influence locally
Isn't the ABA still active to?

Why not get in on that bandwagon? Force David Stern and the other guy to make sweeping changes.

But also, I don't think that's a great idea due to the lack of actions.
Seems like irresponsible spending at this moment in time. It's also going to take up a bunch of our time unless we find people to manage the teams for us. I want to do this, but just not right now.
And also… Bruce might get a bad look if he decides to become a touchstone without earning it.

He hasn't earned it yet
 
[]So You think He has a Shot? (The Olympic Team is looking for a way to capitalize on your fame)

Isn't the ABA still active to?

Why not get in on that bandwagon? Force David Stern and the other guy to make sweeping changes.

But also, I don't think that's a great idea due to the lack of actions.


Interesting thoughts as to the ABA. Yeah, I think it is still active as the Merger doesn't go through until later in 1976. But, probably not worth getting into changing sweeping changes for actions.

I was thinking sports teams because they fit with Bruce as a sportsman involved in the entertainment industry. Also, an alternate source of income that can be used as perks and as a way to get intros into other Hollywood personalities.

Would it take multiple actions to buy the 4 teams or would it take multiple actions to try and influence David Stern if we bought an ABA team? (Sorry, I wasn't sure if your thought that it wasn't a great idea was pointed towards the ABA route, buying 4 teams, or buying any team).
 
A Happy Time And a Great Time Turn 39 September 1975
MASH SP:

Bruce O'Brian SP:D100 + 60 => 127

You were going to be honest. Compared to Star Wars, you think you were having an off Season. That much could be laid squarely at the strike and many of the episodes that involved you, Alan, and the rest of the cast had to be cut short or were only made for one episode or even less.

Though the strike was over, and the fact that Lucille was trying her best to save the show that was printing more money than anything else on TV right now, made you realize just how much she liked you, and how much you were going to be as an actor.

Frankly, the show was big and still was, and it was even a half-season, you gave it you're all.

And it showed.
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MASH Critical Roll:D100 + 60 => 143

Even with a half-season, you and Alan, and Loretta, were all nominated for Emmys.

To say that you deserved it for directing, and for best-supporting actor, was a vast understatement. Sure everyone was happy to be nominated.

But you wanted a statement win.

You wanted to bring some hardware home, for the helluva it.

Your damn right you were happy that you were a shoo-in.

Reward: Many of the cast and crew were nominated for Emmys.
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MASH Audience Roll:D100 + 70 => 151


You pretty much were one of the most recognizable men in the world now.

That was pretty much what Lucille said to you when she showed you the numbers.

And they were big. Over 5 million people watched every episode of the season. And that was just domestically, and not anyone paying attention to the massive following that is going on internationally for the show.

It felt good.

REward: Unknown Effect.
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You and Carrie both were snuggling up with each other with your pets as you turned off the TV. "Well, that was fun." You said. "I'm going to bed."

You were fine with this… Mostly.

You have 8 actions

Lucasfilms Unlimited Actions:

[]Post Production (Saved by the Edit): You and George are going to see Marcia and George at Work. That much might be enough. DC: 30

[]Post Production (The Battles That George Planned): "George… How Many Battles did you have ILM create?" DC: 40

[]Managing Mike: You want to make sure Mike is not going to screw around. He is to do a single job. Keep the company afloat. DC:???

[]The Trailer: You hope that George would be willing to make a trailer so that you can keep Mike's promise. DC:???

[]Let Mike Work: You will give Mike a Freehand to do what he wants to make money. DC: 0 (An action will be Chosen from the list of actions. Shenanigans may ensure)

[]Investing in the Future: You want to Spend some of that money you made into the company and make the whole thing better DC: ??? (Linetail what you want to invest in, and how much money you want to invest in it)

[]Look for Investors: Not that you need the money now, but maybe you can get people on board with this idea you have. DC: ???


[]Begin Production on The Kung Fu Kid: You are ready to start producing the movie and find out just how good of a producer you are. (Starts Production miniturn) (Note, since Star Wars is not finished yet, it would be seen as breaking your promise to George, and he will become very upset about that.)

[]Distributing Deals: Since you have a Distribution Company, or rather, are one… You can meet the major movie theater companies and strike a Deal with them. Even when you had really nothing to offer them. DC: ???

[]Importing Foreign Films: So… you may have a way to get some films showing in American Theaters. Maybe you can go to other foreign film industries and… well, ask to distribute their films. Sure many of those foreign film companies never expected an American company to distribute their films in the US… but maybe you can get money without producing them. (Linetail where you try to get films from, and if there are any specific films, line tail them below) DC: ???

[]The Ideas of Industry: This action is meant for a write-in to act as a sort of Idea machine for the company. You must detail what you want to do below this action. This action can be taken multiple times.

Personal Actions:

[]One Beautiful Eavning: You and Carrie are going to enjoy a nice home-cooked dinner. Maybe you will enjoy a wonderful night. DC:???

[]The Olympiad: So Team USA wants to make you the face of the Team. Time to figure out what that means for you. DC: 10

[]Every Time: You look at your two pets and wondered just what the hell those two think of you. DC: ???

[]Johns Journey Through Stardom: John is trying his best to maintain his career in Hollywood, but considering just how insane the city became with the Strike, he's hoping that he might be able to stay with you because… Some Night Money is not something he wants to touch for this town. DC: 40

[]Robin William's Debut: Robin has his first big show in town, and you want to be there for it. DC: 30

[]A Well-Known Fan: So some really famous person is a fan of yours. Maybe you'll learn who they actually are. DC???

[] 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.)

[]Investments: You want to invest your hard-earned cash into something that you feel will be a good return on investment. And as well as diversify your assets DC: 0 (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to invest in)

[]The Friendship and Brotherhood of George Lucas: George wants to hang out and have fun. DC: 30

[]The O'Riely Foundation Lobbying: You want California to help the men who have given nearly everything and more to this country. DC: ??? (Linetail how much money you want to throw at it, and what you want from the State)

[]A Charitable Heart: You want to invest your newfound wealth. Maybe even save some lives while you are at it. (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to donate in)

[]Continue Developing Marathon Madness: You want to expand the idea and make the script idea you have even better.

[]Pray: It had been a long time since you went to Mass. You wish for the Lord to give you strength. DC: ???

[]Action Directing: It seems the town has been talking about how much of a beast you are at just being a stunt person. In fact, they knew you were a student of Bruce Lee. And they think you know how to stage and block a fight? Maybe you can DC? ???

[] Do auditions(Movies and TV Shows): You are going to go to some of the casting calls that are in the place where 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)

[]Modeling (High Fashion): So you got a call from a photographer in LA, some no name. But that no name works for Gucci. And he wants you on their next lineup of products. And he needs you to model for him. Which is great… one problem, you have no idea what the hell you are doing. DC: 60

[]Modeling (Advertisements): Thankfully another Call Came in, one from an ad firm. They need you to have some pictures taken so that they are used for saner things. Like selling cars, or ice cream. DC: 40

[]Workout: A Healthy Mind and a Healthy Body are Key to having a good life, and you have been slacking as of late. Time to hit the workout and discipline, and perhaps, see things differently. DC: 30 Reward: You work out and feel better.

[] 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?)

[]Pitching for Money: So Miss Ball has decided to offer anyone who comes up with a good pitch for a show tens of thousands of dollars. Time to see if you can cash in DC: ??? (Write in Pitch for the CBS Suits to see)

[] 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)

AN: Enjoy and vote in plan format please.
 
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