Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/25/2007I've had to revamp your idea, in order to not leave everybody thinking I'm more insane than might actually be true. I've changed the focus to module building, although it's not very comprehensive. I'm thinking that laying out the basics might be the best, although I have included one actual script so far, and explained what it does. I only started over about 4 times, and backtracked to add stuff once, so far...
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/25/2007.......and the really cool part is that I know just enough about game scripting to understand most of what you'll be saying! (Although not anyplace in the same league, of course.)
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/25/2007If nothing got thrown back to you and/or no polite note was sent questioning your writing abilities as well as those of your ancesotry, then everything's still in the backend awaiting publishing.
No huge rush on the game writing articles. Sometime this century would be nice, of course.
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/24/2007Oooo, no pressure. That shouldn't be too hard, I guess. I can use some of the concepts that have been thrown at me lately, and use examples, I suppose. I'll try to have something ready by the next issue. BTW, I've submitted a few articles that I haven't seen yet. Are they still in the cache?
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/24/2007Well, there you go, then. Do an article (or a series of them) on How to Script a Game - the basics, of course, first. It's the sort of thing I had in mind and just couldn't put into words . It IS writing even if it is very different than what most folks think of such. Needn't be too highly technical......
Idea conception Outline of Concept Order in which Idea is Laid Out How to Script a Conversation How to Script Action Etc....
Providing, of course, you're working with a basic game engine similar to <insert game engine or program here>.
Should keep you out of mischief for a bit .
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/24/2007Glad you got it sorted, Helene. You do know, you could have dropped a PM here and there to let a few of us know what's going on, and that you were ok. End of Rant...I'll be glad to see you're back once you get settled. My mailbox is always open, if need be.
Mel, bring it on, when you have it. I don't have the free time I did have, but I do have a lot still. I have a couple of projects that I'm working on, and while they do involve writing, it's in NWN language, and I don't think anyone would understand what it means. I hate/love scripting...
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/24/2007Q: Do you think the others will forgive you for your absence?
Um, I think so. I think they'll find it in their hearts to forgive me because the lovely folks of WS know a little more about life than I do. They know that sometimes, you have to go find yourself before you try to better the world -- or at least a small portion of it. But if none of this is true, at least I know that Melody will still love me, even if she comes to kick my ass. But that will certainly be a welcome visit.
Damned you, Helene! I have to go to work in 7 minutes and I'm sitting here crying like a baby because I'm so cursed glad you're ok! If you were closer, I'd hug you senseless - then beat you black and blue for worrying me like that!
I'll email you later. Needless to say, the three writekateers (antryg, the Bard and Glenda) are the only ones who have been right here all along. If nothing else, they have my undying appreciation for doing so no matter how silent WS has become (and it's pretty quietly lunched).
Antryg, I'll get that piece up this week in Psst.
Glenda, your piece is slated for Oct 2 even though I haven't edited it yet (not that it really needs all that much).
Bardic One, I have an idea or two for a little project for you but want to sort it out better before presenting it.
Helene, I do love you - even if you are directly responsible for a few of the white hairs that have cropped up this summer.
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/23/2007Well you live too far for me to kick your ass, so I guess I'll forgive you without any further gripeing. Wow what a lot to go through, but yes what doesn't kill us makes us stronger. My offer stands to help with what I can, even if I lack some experience in some areas, I have a lot of time on my hands usually to make up for it and therefore, can build on what I know. I also hope to continue learning more new things. Anyway, welcome the heck back, next time drop a damn line or two.
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/23/2007WOW -- hello everyone. I guess you've all been wondering where the hell I've been. Many, many things have happened over the last 6 months, so I'll make it as short and impersonal as possible without overdoing the details.
Actually, let's simplify this by doing a helene-to-helene interview. So shall we?
Q: Helene, where the flip have you BEEN for 6 months?
A: EVERYWHERE. Up and down the coast. Multiple states, multiple houses, never staying more than a few weeks at each place. I've been collecting myself, re-finding myself, and what the hey -- I've been redefining myself and my very existence. And not being a drama queen, mind.
Q: And what made you go off on a little adventure?
A: Breaking up. Sure, everyone goes through it. But mine was a little different. For those of you who know little about me, you need to know that: a) yes, I am in my later 20's -- inexperienced in life, perhaps? and b) I've spent my ENTIRE adult life with one man who I believed to be the one. c)Just plain confused about a whole lot of stuff. So I gave it ALL up. Everything. Didn't even take a lot of stuff with me. Lots of things got lost, thrown out, or given away by choice.
Q: So that's it? Well, that sucks.
A: Yeah, I know. It does suck. Almost everything went wrong... I was upset, lonely from disconnecting from everyone (and changing my cell number), and a little strapped for cash once in a while. I began questioning my decision of leaving -- maybe I made the wrong choice. But I stuck to my guns through it all, and I'm quite proud of myself.
I no longer work a "regular" job. Lots of freelance/telecommuting... kind of like being in business for myself, which is nice. I also met a lot of people along the way, tons more than I could ever imagine. Now, I feel like I can go anywhere on the east coast and feel welcome by at least one. It's a good feeling, you know, expanding... I'm thankful I opened up.
Q: Did you learn anything?
Yes. Life isn't always easy (well, duh). It was my first experience with anything remotely uncomfortable. I mean, I even PAINTED walls for the day. I also SANDED a whole set of stairs. I also went to a wedding to tend bar for the night. And wrote a media kit for a poker player. It was all very interesting.
But it seemed to me that the harder things were, the more focused I felt. And at the end of the road, it felt rewarding. Overall, I feel good. I genuinely believe that I have become a better person and can only hope to work hard for ME in the future, and NOT FOR ANYONE ELSE.
Q: So are you back? What are you doing? We're really bored.
Yes, I'm back as of next week. I'm settling into my new place and getting my furniture together. I'm also getting my puppy back from the ex (Yay) and am extremely thankful for that. I'm moving on, slowly but surely, and of course, with new friends and experiences to carry me on.
Q: Do you think the others will forgive you for your absence?
Um, I think so. I think they'll find it in their hearts to forgive me because the lovely folks of WS know a little more about life than I do. They know that sometimes, you have to go find yourself before you try to better the world -- or at least a small portion of it. But if none of this is true, at least I know that Melody will still love me, even if she comes to kick my ass. But that will certainly be a welcome visit.
Q: Can I kick your ass, too?
Well, no. Because you are me, that's like beating up yourself, Alter Ego of Helene. But how about this? I'll buy you a nice, strong cocktail.
That's it!! It's good to be back. And I Promise to Get Things Rolling once again! I love all of you, and thanks for supporting the site in my absence. Melody, you and I have a lot of work to do! Let's get to it -- Thanks for everything.
And of course, thanks to you all.
XO, Helene
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/23/2007If it were never dark, how could we appreciate the light?
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/21/2007FalconDance wrote: Got it, Antryg. Want it in Psst, right? "Hearing" it again still gives me the shudders - cannot imagine the experience itself.
Yes ma'am.
Hopefully it isn't too dark for our lighthearted look at the world.
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Re:The Bard's Coffee Shop 2007 1st edition - 09/20/2007Well, I remember now why it is I don't go out much. I've been trying to help out my cousin's automotive business, and I have kind of over done it two days this week. I was laid up most of Monday, and it looks like I'll be laid up most of today too. I can barely see the text window, on this blaringly white background. Of course, all the rainbows aren't helping anything.
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That's it!! It's good to be back. And I Promise to Get Things Rolling once again! I love all of you, and thanks for supporting the site in my absence. Melody, you and I have a lot of work to do! Let's get to it -- Thanks for everything.