Bruce and Brandon Turn 63 (October 1978)
You were honestly shocked at what you saw. Brandon Lee was standing in front of ten people, near the front of a parking lot near the elementary school, and he spat blood out, as he seemed to escape the beating he had received. Behind him, was Shannon Lee, his sister, who was crying trying to keep him from going forward. "Brandon Stop!" She screamed as she pulled him back, to stop him from fighting. "We can get it back-"
The ten people were all laughing and holding a posterboard… a poster board that looked like a school project, with a smiling picture of Bruce Lee, that was autographed on it. It looked like one of the same ones that he made right before he died, a few gifts that you gave back after he did so much. "Daddy isn't here to protect you little bitch. And the photo is very valuable, I think I'll keep it."
They were bullying a little girl, and Brandon was trying to get it back. "My sister made that for a project, so give it back. Now!" Brandon ordered, being as diplomatic as he could, when it was clear that fury was overtaking him.
Brandon's hands were bleeding from the force he was putting into his hands. And you knew he was ready to fight, even when outnumbered. Brandon charged in and then began to display his prowess when he did a bicycle kick on the closest one, On the last kick he did a backflip landed back on his feet, and prepared himself to fight.
Shannon screamed. "Brandon stop!" she was about to join her brother, trying to stop them, and the group got ready for a brawl.
It was then you revealed yourself, walking forward as you took a breath, stepping forward as you looked at the young boys who were looking to prepare to do battle. Against someone who was clearly out of their league.
"Brandon!" Your voice cut through the entire place, the battle to be stopped dead, and everyone stood in fear as you walked forward. "Take your sister home."
Brandon gave a stubborn glare to you. "I can-"
"NOW!" You demanded, and Brandon spat blood out of his mouth as he walked over to Sharon. "I'll deal with this."
The two walked away and you could see Brandon and Sharon look worried at you before they disappeared.
All ten of the boys who were there were horrified because they saw you. They saw a man who was a true hero. And he was mad as hell "You know, I would normally ask what the hell is going on, but I can see that it was pretty clear."
All of them looked ready to run. "You run away, I will make sure you all go to Juvie." And that threat was very clear. They froze.
You walked over to the leader and looked at the poster. "Really? All your smarts and strength, and you steal from a little girl who wants to remember her father?"
There was terror in his eyes as you continued. "I'm going to take the poster, and we're going to forget about this little incident. Understood?"
Perhaps you were going a little too hard, but you took the poster from his hands and walked away. They would be lucky none of them were stupid enough to actually try it.
None of them ever had the courage to say anything else.
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Brandon was sitting at the Gym, some ice on his face. "I could have taken them."
You frowned. "That doesn't matter if you could, you should be asking yourself if you should have. Did you pay attention to Shannon, and how she was ready to defend you?"
"Shannon asked me for my help to get it back when they stole it from her." He replied. "I can't just-"
"Did you pay attention to Shannon? Did you see how she was ready to join you after you did something so stupid?"
"They started it." Brandon shot back. "And Shannon can take care of herself."
"Really?" You replied to the question as armor-piercing as ever, and Brandon looked away in shame, not even wanting to look at you. He knew he put her in danger, but he didn't pay attention because he was blinded by his own fury.
You took a breath. "What was the project about?"
Brandon smiled. "The teacher wanted a project about one of our parents, what they did, who they were… they didn't even know that dad was… Dad."
"And people didn't believe it?" You asked. "And thought you were making things up?"
"Wouldn't you? I look nothing like my dad if you put us next to each other, and no one really believed Shannon when she told them. They just thought we were making things up and wanted to steal from us."
"Does your principal know? Both of them?" You asked.
"Yeah, they know, but they don't care, all they see is a troublemaker who fights a lot and his sister who are making things up." He sighed as if it was hard enough for him to keep it up. "Why are you here Bruce, mom didn't need help today?"
"Your mother asked me here because she wanted to make sure you were not arrested." At that Brandon was shocked, almost becoming ill at the thought. "They called the police, and there was almost a warrant put out for your arrest for assault. Thankfully, my testimony made the police stop and arrest those boys who stole from you." You replied. "You should thank your stars."
He looked away in shame. "So what does Mom want?"
"Well, that's up to you?" You asked. "Because she knows you didn't cause it, but she also knows that staying right now might be causing you more harm than good."
You then pulled out a packet. "She's homeschooling you for the rest of high school. And that means you are getting tutored by me, every weekend, till you graduate. And I am a brutal taskmaster."
Brandon seemed afraid. "Why?"
"Your mother told me you wanted to become an actor." You gave a smile at that, as Brandon nodded. "Want to learn how to be one of the best in the world?"
Brandon seemed to brighten at that thought. "But… why? After all I've."
You smiled. "Your father gave me quite a bit when I met him. I'm just returning the favor."
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Linda smiled. "Thank you, Bruce."
You smiled. "You sure it will help him?"
"I just want him to stay out of trouble, and while businesses might fear you… I think people genuinely think you are a good person. I know I do." She smiled.
"You know It will be hard to keep him out of trouble if something like this happens again. He has a streak of anger that rivals me." You said. "And he's far too quick to fight."
"That's why I think you'll help him the best. Help him control it." She said.
"I will Linda. Thank you for putting that kind of trust in me?"
Linda nodded. "You put your trust in me. I can do nothing less."
Reward: You are now Brandon's school tutor, and are helping him get through high school… that he is now being homeschooled for, to keep him out of trouble. Effectively becoming another person living in the mansion on the weekends.
You have also, potentially, become his teacher for more martial arts.
Bruce's other students may come to join you soon when the news comes.
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Production Roll:
D100 - 20 => -10
To think your ambition was almost your undoing…
But you managed to do it. You managed to film all those scenes with the artistry that it deserves.
You have 12 actions.
As it is the final turn of Production, you only need to do 1.
The Batman Production (Currently in Final Production Turn):
[]No (Stupid) Cuts: You are going to the editors and put a goddamn foot down. If only to prevent… a Five Date Fiasco. DC: 30
[]A Stupid idea that works: You looked at the fight scenes, then looked at numerous… camera positions. "So… I have a question… why not use the roofs to film over head?" DC: ???
[]saving Kathleen: The Office was quiet when you heard the news. "Wow. you are fucking idiots." DC: ??/
[]The Great Scenes of Robert Redford: You and Robert did not know each other that much, but you were happy that he was taking to this well. He just didn't really like the idea of being the villain… hopefully, you can change his tune. DC: 30
[]The Police are coming: You saw Lou and
Stiers and honestly wondered how you could turn them into more… less… dammit what was the word, one note characters. DC: 20
Lucasfilms Unlimited Actions:
[]The Final Preparations: George was ready, and he gave you the script, the story and his notes. "What You've been busy, so I just uh… did some work for you." DC: ???
[]Tomino's Grand Ideas: Tomino and Ralph both had two differing takes… but both looked fantastic. DC: 30
[]Mike what are you doing?: Mike looked at you with a shrug and a smile. "I couldn't resist." DC:???
[]The Blood Origin: Dracula is out. And time to see just how great a film Brian can do again. DC: 0
[]The Media Blitz of Conan The Barbarian: You are looking at the media list that Mike put up. "Alright, who's first?" He said. (Linetail what you want to do next) DC: ???
[]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: ???
[]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:
[]Brandon Needs to Graduate, Part 1: Brandon is not the best student. But by god, you were going to get him to graduate with top marks when you are done with him. Maybe you'll homeschool your kids if this goes well. DC: ???
[]There is Training: So Brandon, you have been taught by many of Bruce's Other students, well time to see if you're ready to learn from… you. DC:20/???
[]A Beautiful Night: Carrie walked forward with a new dress, and you realized what she wanted. "Carrie, as much as we want this, we should wait till after Star Wars." But it seems Carrie wasn't interested in that. "Well I was going to ask you to take me out to dinner, but if you want, I can-" DC: 0
[]Brandon and Mary: Brandon looks at Mary and holds her. "Aw, she likes you."
[]The Lee Family come over to Dinner: Linda and Shannon are coming over. You are going to have to prepare. DC: 40
[]A Plan for the Future: Carrie was sitting next to you. And she asked what you wanted to do. DC: 0 (Write in below what you want to do in the next five years)
[]Your Rival: Arnold Schwarzenegger. You have no idea who this guy is… also, why does he want to rival you. Also, what the fuck is he doing, going around saying you are the only reason that things got so weird? Whatever that means. DC: 30
[]Game Shows: You want to go on a Game show, you are sure that Lucille might get you in on one of them. DC: 40
[]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 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)
[]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 want to see if you can act opposite him, for a good time. DC: 40 (Clint wants to work with you.)
[] 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.)
[]Calling You're Parents: You are going to call your parents and see what they want. DC: 10
[] 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.
And vote moratorium for 12 hours.
