-[X] The Head Animator of Dreamworks: Who will lead the charge for the Head Animator Spot DC: ??? Rolled:
D100 => 100
Well, maybe you didn't look hard enough, because honestly, you were just frankly out of luck finding people.
Disney was keeping and hiring like Mad, and there was word that Universal itself was financing a new Animation department to match your own increase in entering the animation industry.
The fact that Disney was firing on all Cylinders, Hyping up Black Hole, and War of the Worlds was something that may have been something you wished wasn't the case.
Maybe people still didn't like working with you. Maybe you just didn't have a good enough pitch.
Then almost 12 hours later, Almost every major animator in Hollywood was after a job for Dreamworks.
And even some from Japan itself. Turns out Mike had reached out to some Animation companies in Japan, and there was quite a few young directors that was desperate for a chance.
Among many, many others.
(Continued in: Dreamworks Head of Animation and his Motley Crew of Directors)
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-[X] Hiring Animators: We need animators fast DC:??? Rolled:
D100 => 83
Yet even without an established head, you had over 100 animators coming right in and coming to work…
Mike had almost fainted at the price tag for animators, but after he realized how much star wars money was coming in, he realized you could afford it.
Reward: You have a stable of over 100 animators now working for Dreamworks.
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-[X] All the Presidents Men: You need to convince George that maybe he can… Oh, wait he already went to produce it? Damn, that was quick. DC: 0 Rolled:
D100 => 96
George had left a note in the office, one that made you realize just how excited he was for the film.
"Greenlight, and ready to get filmed"
Then he ran past you with a smile on his face.
Well, he was excited. You hadn't seen him this excited since he came to you with Star Wars.
Reward: George is producing All the President's Men…
And working for free just because he wants to.
Go, George. At least Marcia is happy that he's not hyper-focused on Star Wars.
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-[X] The Lot Comes up: You are going to look at what the Crew was doing at the Lot. How would it look? DC: 30 Rolled:
D100 => 55
-[X] Preparing for the Shoot (Sets): This will be the inaugural sets of Lucasfilms in America, owned by Lucasfilms itself. Now to see what the mind of you and Steve can come up with for a fantasy Castle. DC: 30 Rolled:
D100 => 99
Honestly, The lot itself wasn't impressive. It was only a few hundred acres, and it was under developed. It was going to take months, and even years to build the place up to the iconic statues like the Burbank lot and the Universal Studio's lot.
But damn did they hit the ground running.
Because holy hell the castle was beautiful.
Steve himself was just wearing a Star Wars hat with sunglasses, looking at it with a smile on his face. "Well, guess we can safely say we can have a siege here?" He laughed.
"Oh yeah."
The Castle itself was based on the old Arg-e-Bam, a Middle Eastern castle that was one of the oldest still standing. But with a twist of crusader castles that existed on the coast near Acre, an anachronistic design, but one that would not leave everyone confused.
Reward: While the Lot itself… leaves much to be desired.
The Set Designers and builders have absolutely did everything to change that. The Castle that was constructed was incredible, a true castle in the Middle of California.
A Castle that will be destroyed when it was all over. And you loved them for it.
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-[X] Preparing for The Shoot (Location): YOu and Steve and the location scouts are going to be going off to Jordan and Isreal to get the final location scouting that you need. DC: 40 Rolled:
D100 => 75
It was a fine scouting.
You, Steve, and the Location guy that Steve knew, you forgot his name because he didn't really like you all that much, was more interested in working with his director.
You just stood in the background and made some points of your own. Jordan was beautiful, and the desert was breathtaking…
Yet it was in the plains of Isreal that Steve seemed to find himself immersed, not only in his spiritual homeland but one that seemed to invoke majesty within it's history. Crusader and Islamic Castles.
Temples, Mosques, and churches. It was like he was doing far more, with far more, than he could possibly imagine.
And when it was over. There was a vision in his mind. One that you were excited to be a part of.
Reward: You had a wonderful scout, and something told you that Steve has his mojo.
Unknown effect on Production.
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-[X] Preparing for the Shoot (Weapon Training): You and the others need to get weapons training, That means your favorite part. Learning and mastering something new and cool. DC: 40 Rolled:
D100 + 30 => 113
The only one with any weapons training coming into this, was Jackie, who was struggling a little bit with the language barrier. Everyone else was just doing their level best to just look competent.
Now that however, would not do. So with Jackie's help, along with Bob Anderson, you made sure everyone was ready to fight and look good while doing it.
In the end, everyone was competent.
But you and Jackie… You were going to demand Steve let you direct the Action Scene. The fight or spar would be legendary!
Reward: You and Jackie are highly prepared and motivated, while… everyone else is at least competently trained and won't hurt themselves.
So thank god for small miracles.
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-[X] A New Neighbor: You have a new neighbor in the neighborhood, and you wonder who it is- Never mind it's Debbie… wait why is she here? Why would she move? DC: 25 Rolled:
D100 => 91
When you saw the moving trucks, you honestly didn't know who it was.
And you were going to be a good neighbor and greet them, before… well you saw Debbie come running out with the agent. "Damn shame I had to get into the Five Dates Money for this, but I think it was well worth it."
Carrie was with her, and she was feeling… well excited. You were less so.
"Um, Hi Debbie, um…" You were trying to find your words. Instead, you were only hushed.
"If you must know, Carrie informed me of you two deciding to have children." You and Carrie both traded a glance of both shock and horror.
"How-" Carrie seemed to protest.
"A Mother knows sweetie." She said with a grin on her face, and both of you paled. "And I have already vowed to be a better grandmother for them, and try my best to make that happen."
"And how does being our neighbor help us?" You asked.
"You're about to go galavanting across the world making movies, and Carrie will eventually want to work. Whether it be at the screen room or back in front of the Camera. And I am perfectly capable and willing to put my career on hold for my Grandchildren. Lord knows that I have already done well enough for that." She paused and pulled both of you close. "I've made many mistakes Carrie, and I was always distant when I shouldn't have been. I'm just going to make sure you two don't make the mistakes that I have. Or failing that, make sure they have someone they can rely on."
She then laughed and let go. "But I know you both will do a good job with the whole thing. Much better than me."
Reward: Debbie has become a neighbor. And while her reasons are noble, it's still a little disheartening to think she believes you might put work before family.
But then again, it's her experience, not yours driving her.
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-[X] Having Fun: You and Carrie haven't had a night on the town in some time. Perhaps that's what you both need. Just a good ole time where it's just the two of you. DC: ??? Rolled:
D100 => 90+40=130
At the start of the night, it was actually nice to swim in the pool. And you were happy to watch the woman you love to dive in and try to catch you. Carrie was never the strongest swimmer, but you both knew you slowed down to let her catch you.
When she surfaced, taking a breath, she hugged you. "You know you should actually try to get away from me, you make it too easy?"
"Oh?" You smiled, as she let go and stood on her tiptoes to remain above water. "Is that a challenge Carrie?"
Carrie spat some water out of her mouth as she moved behind you to stand. "Yeah. it is."
Oh, it was. You were going to enjoy this. "You are on Carrie." You smiled, as you walked over to the wall and pulled yourself out. You could see Carrie wading towards the spot you usually swam by, and began waiting for you.
"Last Chance Carrie to amit defeat?" You smiled as you got onto the diving board.
Carrie blew a raspberry at you, water flying out from her mouth.
Her loss.
You dove in and made impact. Moving through the water you felt around where she would be.
Then you felt her feet and grabbed her. She had moved too slow, and you pulled her under… then you realized you were shallow enough to stand, and you grabbed her other leg and placed her on your shoulders, before standing up.
"PACK!" Carrie coughed as you carried her on your shoulders. "No fair!"
"I told you." You smiled as you stood up, as she balanced on your shoulders. "How's the view?"
You could tell Carrie was blushing. "Not as good as the view you will have."
Hmm… then she forced herself back, and you allowed yourself to tip backward into your pool.
When you both surfaced and your eyes opened, Carrie was hugging you on the back, and you turned around. "I love you." She whispered as she leaned in.
"I know." You kissed her, not caring about the taste of her lips or the chlorine in her mouth. It was perfect.
Reward: You and Carrie have a fun time, destressing and relaxing.
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-[X]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)
--[X] Purchase adaptation rights for Basil of Baker Street. $800,000 Rolled:
D100 => 84
It all began, with you babysitting your niece while Cat was in town. You didn't know how you were stuck with her, but you were unlucky because Debbie and Carrie were both out for the night.
And Cat told you her little girl, was not watching movies or TV.
Which leads you to try and scrounge for books. But all the books you had were far too adult for her.
Which lead to you going to Debbie's house to find out if she had any things.
And you found Basil of Baker Street, a forgotten hardcover in a box that was still being unpacked.
You would later learn that Debbie had accidentally bought a few children's books when trying to buy some memorabilia, and the books were in the box they came in, and she promptly forgot about them.
You fell in love with it, same for your niece, and when everyone came back, you had both fallen asleep reading it.
After a quick call, you had purchased the film rights for Basil of Baker Street.
You had learned, much to your surprise, that Disney had tried to purchase the rights to it and had almost gotten a deal, but were told off after you paid more.
Reward: Basil of Baker Street can now be adapted.
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