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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..why did I also think we should create Spongebob decades earlier? I can see us interested in the sea and oceans and what lives in it..then one time we made some sea creatures act like humans and poof..we create Spongebon and the like. We take inspiration from Monty Python and their Circus to also add in hidden and subtle humour that made spongebob rose to prominence in the earlier seasons and movie.

Expanded: That'd also mean we should get in drawing the characters too :D
 
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it (A New Hope) was released in 1978..

We'd be in our 20s when it is getting filmed. (As of 1972 we are 17-18 by the information post we have)
I was confused. When I saw Bruce's birthdate, I thought that was the date we were at in game, so I thought we were in the 50s for some reason. Now that I'm thinking about it, I'm a dumbass.
 
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Calling the Vote.

You all deserve some updates on a consistent basis after almost nothing for so long.

Adhoc vote count started by Magoose on Feb 8, 2023 at 11:13 PM, finished with 25 posts and 8 votes.

  • [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.)
    [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:???
 
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But We Will See Eachother Again Turn 14 Results (June-July 1972)
-[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.

Wow. Ten million Dollars.

You could retire on this. But you are young and hungry for more recognition.

Hopefully, this entire event won't wreck what career you may have in Hollywood.

But considering that CBS is collapsing, and doing everything to remain afloat. You're pretty sure it will be fine.

And the best part. They still are going to release MASH, and you're going to get paid for that too!

Reward: In September MASH will be released, and you will see just how it will be received both critically and commercially.

+10 million dollars to your assets.

Unknown Effect on your Reputation.
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-[x]Going Professional: A Boxing promoter wants to sponsor make you go professional. Says he can make you a rich man. DC: 100/ 60 Rolled:D100 => 33

A Rich Man my ass. When he signed you, he said he would be able to set up fights immediately and get you into the ring as a title card so that the world would be seen by the world.

But instead, you were barely getting a match. Hell, he hadn't even gotten you a match, you were stuck with this scummy promoter that didn't know how to do his job. At least he wasn't trying to make you pay him right now, said he wanted to earn his paycheck.

But… But it has opened the door to opportunity.

If this idiot can actually get you a fight.

Reward: You are now, technically, a recognized professional boxer. Now if only you could get a boxing match to help you make that reputation a real one.

Even though there was nothing you wanted to do, then act. If boxing can make you look better than you will do it.

New Action available.
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-[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 Rolled:D100 => 7

Well with all the things that happened, you really didn't have the time to just, try and help out.

Are you sure everything is fine…no. Hopefully, things will be okay for a little while.

Failure.
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-[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. Rolled:D100 => 99

Height Roll:D6 => 4

Damn you look good.

No seriously, you look really strong and solid.

And the final bit of your growth spurt finished up.

You are Tall!

Reward: Your Final Growth Spurt occurred.

You feel calmer and much happier.

You are now 6'1"

Athletic Trait will be upgraded again if you roll critically on the workout again.

You may need to change your diet because you are now growing incredibly hungry from all the work you put in.
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-[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) Rolled:D100 => 45

You smiled as the phone cord moved around. "Did you see the picture!" You asked as you danced around. "Look how tall I'm in it."

Mom laughed as she moved the receiver. "Wow, you look so much like your father."

There was a small pause before your father took the phone and said. "Gonna need to get that suit fixed, otherwise you're going to look stupid."

"Dad!" You protested. "I've been busy."

"That is no excuse for not looking good." He replied.

"You don't know that?" You asked.

Then Cat said. "You do need new clothes."

"Not you too." You replied.

There was laughter from the other line. "Well, we'll let you get back to it."

There was a sigh before the phone hung up.

You then turned to Cat. "I am not going to be suffering jokes because of you!" You proclaimed.

"Well, make me." She replied as she stuck her tongue out.

Reward: Sometimes family is all that is needed to be reminded about.

Also, maybe you need new clothes. Maybe.
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-[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.) Rolled:D100 => 8

Well, you really had nothing, so you just…

Went to a bar, enjoyed the show, and just ate.

Failure.

AN: Well you all deserve updates
 
Almost had a panic attack when I thought PBS and CBS are connected, phew..no neighborhoods being brought down by our actions.

Anyway, should we pick up music as another hobby? We could also start on developing of an idea for something to be shown on the small or big screens.
 
Almost had a panic attack when I thought PBS and CBS are connected, phew..no neighborhoods being brought down by our actions.
Don't you dare assume I am willing to bring unholy hell to Mr. Rogers's Neighborhood!

He's far too powerful for the Magoose dice to destroy.

He made Congress actually Agree on something. :V

He's too powerful for mere mortals with dice to compete with!
 
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Wich one is the one that killed Dr who trough?

Also regardless do you 2 think that the network burning down would stop Mr rogers?
fools.
 
Wich one is the one that killed Dr who trough?
in America?

It went to PBS for a bit, but it never really went anywhere.
Also regardless do you 2 think that the network burning down would stop Mr rogers?
PBS is public, and Mr. Rogers owns PBS.

In the metaphorical sense, and basically kinda is the face of the network after the whole congress thing and before Sesame Street.

They cant do a thing to stop him.

Plus, he has the literal power of kindness on his side. He literally cannot be stopped! :V
 
Don't you dare assume I am willing to bring unholy hell to Mr. Rogers's Neighborhood!

He's far too powerful for the Magoose dice to destroy.

He made Congress actually Agree on something. :V

He's too powerful for mere mortals with dice to compete with!
I was gonna say, if you messed with that neighborhood, you were gonna find yourself in the wrong one.
 
Oh and I forgot to say this: Pitches for ideas and omakes will get bonuses
I was gonna say, if you messed with that neighborhood, you were gonna find yourself in the wrong one.
I know my limits my friend.

And I know when there is a more powerful force at play.
 
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With a Little Help From My Family Turn 15 (August 1972)
Your stomach was growling at you as you looked at Cat, who was slaving at the stove. "Cat, are you almost done, I'm starving."

There was a pause, as she did not answer. "Cat!" You groaned.

"Listen, if you wanna eat something I'm cooking, you are going to have to wait, I am not finished, and I'm not going to have you ruin it." She states, flipping the egg that she was frying.

"But you're living under my roof!" You shot back.

"And I can leave, leaving you to make dinner yourself." She replied.

There was a moment of silence as you looked at dinner. "But-"

"I made you six eggs." She replied. "Five pieces of bacon, and a few broccoli."

Your face morphed into a scowl. "Broccoli?!" You were horrified. "I hate broccoli!"

There was a pause, and you saw her face morph into a smile. "You're worse than my daughter."

"She's only a baby!" You replied.

You looked at your niece and saw her giggle madly in her high chair, getting ready to be served whatever the mush she was ready to eat.

"At least my daughter doesn't complain about the food she eats." Cat replied as she served the eggs on a plate, and then the bacon. "So please, eat, and stop complaining."

Personal Actions:

Choose 5:

[]Finding a Good Match: You want to see if you are in good enough shape to actually beat a professional boxer. It seems you have to do everything yourself now, because your promoter is an idiot. DC: 50/???

[]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: Enjoy and plan format please.
 
[X] Plan: Free Time

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

[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]Finding a Good Match: You want to see if you are in good enough shape to actually beat a professional boxer. It seems you have to do everything yourself now, because your promoter is an idiot. DC: 50/???

[X]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)

[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
 
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[] 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

Marine Biology? Could try that for the Cartoon route.

[X] Plan: A Sea Sponge
-[X] Research
--[X] Marine Biology
-[X] The Apartment Situation
-[X] Go to a Bar or Make some Jokes
-[X] Practice Writing
-[X] Call your Parents
 
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Well, I think that we should see who else is available before committing to dating seriously with anyone.

[X] Plan: Free Time and New Dates
-[X]Cat Catastrophe: You and Cat are now living together. Perhaps you can help her get a new job as a director? DC:???
-[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]Finding a Good Match: You want to see if you are in good enough shape to actually beat a professional boxer. It seems you have to do everything yourself now, because your promoter is an idiot. DC: 50/???
-[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]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
 
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Marine Biology? Could try that for the Cartoon route.
Just stealing the core concept of Spongebob because it was successful seems in bad taste.

Plus, it's missing the fact that a core part of what makes something good is not just the idea, but also the execution. Also, knowing *why* an idea is good or bad, not just knowing an idea is good because it was successful.

[X] Plan: Free Time and New Dates
 
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