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

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    • Magoose said:
    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
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    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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    • Schehera Zade said:
    Things like the Jedi and Sith Codes, mentions of figures like Revan, Meetra Surik, the Sith Empire, Jedi Lords, the Separatists, the Clone Wars, Ahsoka, and a ton of other juicy details.
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    Then we have to start an entire debate or some kind og agreement about the Force itself. Fandom leads oyou to believe that you can combine light and dark without any repercussions. While George's vision was essentially Light is the "Normal" Force with the Dark seen as the perversed and corrupted form of it, a user of the dark is addicted to the Dark side of the force until they willingly go back to the "Normal" Force (Seen through Anakin/Vader.)

    Aka..should we suggest the force be this 3-powered system that is accepted in the fandom, or the original idea of addiction of George.

    Or, we could suggest the implementation of Legend's Jed'ai Order Force System. Where balance is one that balances the Light and Dark to use the force in its completion. (That may be learned from Luke, we could also sell it as SW Merch as part of a guide to Star Wars written by Luke Skywalker).
     
    RealOtto said:
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    I definitely don't like George's take on the Force. For a lot of reasons really, but I don't want to get to deep into them right now because it's late and I'm tired and I have early classes. I will say that I think his take on it is exceptionally boring and 2 dimensional and I infinitely prefer the more nuanced take presented within the likes of the KOTOR games.
     
    Schehera Zade said:
    I definitely don't like George's take on the Force. For a lot of reasons really, but I don't want to get to deep into them right now because it's late and I'm tired and I have early classes. I will say that I think his take on it is exceptionally boring and 2 dimensional and I infinitely prefer the more nuanced take presented within the likes of the KOTOR games.
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    All I am going to say is that we are not the main creative force for the original star wars. I am not going to alow you to do that before you even get the role.

    In the sequels or future Saga, especially if you become a member of the Star Wars Cast... most certainly... but let's be real here, that is only if you are indeed, a member of the cast, and are part of Lucas' Inner circle.
     
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    • You and Cat were looking at Job Postings and you realized something very weird and strange. "Um, Cat?"

    "Yeah." She asked, trying her best to not sound concerned at your sudden question. "What is it?"

    You were trying your best to remember the question, something about trying to find her a job, but you had to frame it in a way where you were not trying to give it. "What was the last thing you worked on? Project wise?"

    She laughed. "Really, asking about work." She took a moment to take a breath. "Some commercial. Don't even know what it was for, but it was a shitty, no-budget project that I managed to squeeze blood from a stone on. The actors there were just people trying to make a quick buck because they didn't want to do this job, and had the day off from work. Or because they wanted the free fill of gas that the commercial offered." She let out a chuckle and you really took a moment to feel happy.

    Then she turned to face you. "Okay Bruce, what's going on in that head of yours?"

    "Nothing." You turned away.

    "Oh come on kid, if you're worried about me, don't be, I still have a few friends that I can count on, and you do enough." She replied as she ruffled your hair. "I'll be okay."

    She then stood up and walked over to her kid. "Thank you for caring Bruce."

    She then looked at you again. "I'll make Breakfast." She said.

    And you nodded and felt happy. At least she wasn't furious.

    "Remember to meet with the Lawyers, they won't hold them off forever." Cat stated.

    Choose 1:

    []10 million dollars: Your split of the loot, after your lawyers basically torched CBS to the ground for all sorts of stuff. Sure it wasn't the war chest, but that was because… well CBS was not going to survive this upheaval. Not in its current form.

    []Rights to a Show?: So, they hold the rights to characters, shows, and trademarks. And that is about to be given to you, as part of restitution for damages, for the MASH debacle. These rights are worth millions of dollars. Possibly even more. (a randomly rolled number of a list of CBS shows of this era will be rolled for and given to you. The rest will go back to their creators.)

    []Financing: CBS, in any form that it may take in the future, will have to legally finance a project for television in the future, be it a series, a miniseries, or a TV movie, without seeing a cent in royalty and restitution payments. They have to legally finance a project you are helming... and see not a cent in return. This offer will remain open, if taken, for the rest of your natural life.

    Personal Actions:

    Choose 5:

    []Going Professional: A Boxing promoter wants to sponsor make you go professional. Says he can make you a rich man. DC: 100/ 60

    []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 that means you know how to stage and block a fight? Maybe you can DC? ???

    []Cat Catastrophe: You and Cat are now living together. Perhaps you can help her get a new job as a director? DC:???

    [] 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)

    []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?)

    [] 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, and 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 on a second date? DC: 15(You go on another date with Alison)

    []The Apartment Situation: You need to look at the people who are trying to rent the apartment. You will see how to do that. DC: 30


    AN: WE HAVE ARRIVED. Though I am going     to be honest, hopefully, Everything will be as well as it was under @Duke William of care.

    Plan format please!
     
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    • Also:

    I cannot close the vote, so Duke will be closing it, but the vote will remain open, so do not assume the vote is closed if Duke closes it..
     
    [x] Plan: Hard Work Pays Off
    -[x]10 million dollars: Your split of the loot, after your lawyers basically torched CBS to the ground for all sorts of stuff. Sure it wasn't the war chest, but that was because… well CBS was not going to survive this upheaval. Not in its current form.
    -[x]Going Professional: A Boxing promoter wants to sponsor make you go professional. Says he can make you a rich man. DC: 100/ 60
    -[x]The Apartment Situation: You need to look at the people who are trying to rent the apartment. You will see how to do that. DC: 30
    -[x]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.
    -[x] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, and see how they are doing. DC: 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing)
    -[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.)

    Rather than yoinking someone else's show rights, we can work hard and develop our own ideas, especially with the 10 million as seed money for future ventures. Invest it in real estate and use the immense profit to fund anything we will ever need. Also training our skills so we can be better.
     
    Magoose said:
    []Financing: CBS, in any form that it may take in the future, will have to legally finance a project for television in the future, be it a series, a miniseries, or a TV movie, without seeing a cent in royalty and restitution payments. They have to legally finance a project you are helming... and see not a cent in return. This offer will remain open, if taken, for the rest of your natural life.
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    Why was I thinking of collaborating with Monty Python to create an earlier version of Monty Python and the Holy Grail (Or even Life of Brian)?
     
    [X] Family call, we Help

    [X]Financing: CBS, in any form that it may take in the future, will have to legally finance a project for television in the future, be it a series, a miniseries, or a TV movie, without seeing a cent in royalty and restitution payments. They have to legally finance a project you are helming... and see not a cent in return. This offer will remain open, if taken, for the rest of your natural life.
    [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] 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]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] 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)
    [X]Cat Catastrophe: You and Cat are now living together. Perhaps you can help her get a new job as a director? DC:???
     
    [X] Plan: Hard Work Pays Off

    The going professional choice seems.. very risky but hey! Let's see what happens!
     
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    Bruce the Goose (Updated Sheet.)
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    • I can't update the front page, so I instead, place one to update.

    Name: Bruce "The Goose" O'Brian
    Age: 25
    Height: 6'1"
    Birthdate: September 15th, 1954
    Nationality: Irish/American Citizen (Born in New York, Hell Kitchen, Raised in Ireland until you were 6)
    Reputation: A-Lister

    Martial Arts known: Tai chi, Jeet Kun Doo, Boxing.

    Stats:
    Acting: 100 (You are an actor, one of the best in Hollywood.)

    Screenwriting: 19 (You have talent, and by talent, you mean you can write in the English language proficiently.)

    Directing: 75 (Your ability to direct is more competent now.)

    Traits:
    Classically Trained Actor: You have always learned how to be a consummate professional, no matter the script, the quality or the movie, or the others. (+5 to all rolls within a job, regardless of quality, budget, and costars.)

    Fire Arms Expert: You have been trained in the handling and care of firearms. It was an incredible feat of athleticism, and training from you. (+20 to choreography rolls in any role that features guns. -20 to production accidents when you are on set, as you can help and not screw around)

    Connected: Despite everything, you know people that will want you to succeed. (+10 to getting a role)

    Irish: You are a son of the Emerald Isle and a child of Britannia. (Certain rolls are open to you which may be restricted to you otherwise if you were an American)

    Distrustful of Media: You despise the Media and those that seek to violate your privacy (-10 to all rolls involving the Media)

    Action director: When it comes to action, you are among the best in the world. (+30 to all action scenes. When directing Action films, you have the ability to reroll any failed action.)

    Athletic: You are in incredible shape, and can do things that really help you. (+30 to choreography rolls. -30 to all injury roll)
     
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    • @Magoose Hypothetically if we become a Boxer, how would that impact our filming career and ability to take roles? I didn't sign up to play a Boxing Quest and while it's good that Bruce is finding big opportunities right now, usually the only athletes who star in movies are only the biggest names like Lebron and it's in shitty shill stuff that just acts as a vanity project instead of any true art. People like the Rock, John Cena and Dave Bautista made it big in Hollywood AFTER their wrestling careers were over, not during.
     
    RealOtto said:
    JUST REALISED SOMETHING! We could've funded Jim Henson's Muppets..or we encourage him to make the Muppet Show earlier!
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    Tangentially related(more related to our earlier Star Wars talk). By the time that Star Wars rolls around we will actually be the age to play an older Han considering that we will be roughly in our late 40s to 50s. Also, having money to pug into Star Wars and give Lucas the funding he was missing in OTL will allow us to suggest changes more readily.

    We could also help Henson to stay independent and he could eventually form his own entertainment Empire. That would be nice to see.
     
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