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Post by Parrot on Oct 20, 2020 20:37:24 GMT -5
Aw man, my heart goes out to anyone who has to juggle that much work in a week. Definitely makes it understandable. I'm bound to be a little wistful for the massive collaborative efforts we saw come together. But maybe I'll keep trying, adapting to different requirements is a challenge in itself.
Your idea sounds like it would have been really cool, Kat. I put something in too, I didnt think was massive, but comparatively definitely a fair bit more drawn out than what was chosen. The learning process begins again.
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Post by Kat on Oct 20, 2020 20:41:19 GMT -5
Thanks, Parrot. Wishing you the best - I too have had to begin the learning process again because some of my old habits from previous STCs persist.
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Post by Parrot on Oct 26, 2020 17:02:58 GMT -5
Congrats on getting the opener Kat (am I tagging right I don't know how) I'm really intrigued on where this will go!
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Post by Kat on Oct 26, 2020 19:35:31 GMT -5
Thanks, Parrot! Looks like I was correct in retooling an old beginning (old in the sense that I tried stuffing it into the form months back then forgot about it) to fit Halloween, and I'm glad it's finally in.
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Post by Kat on Oct 29, 2020 21:01:14 GMT -5
RielCZ, congratulations! I knew you'd make it when you told me you submitted an entry. I'm super excited to see how this story ends because I did NOT expect this direction at all. Much as I'd like to write an ending, with only one entry per day it would be very unfair if I did, haha.
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Post by RielCZ on Oct 30, 2020 14:38:58 GMT -5
Thanks Kat! Yeah, I'm excited to see how this one ends, too. That's the fun of the STC: watching others build a whole story off what you wrote, and take it places you could never imagine. I am also excited because I have a great fondness for Halloween-centred STCs -- probably because my first STC win was for a Halloween STC.
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Post by Kat on Nov 9, 2020 23:54:57 GMT -5
So apparently in the previous STC, someone won twice in a week. Looks like that's still possible even with one entry per day.
I'm also learning that...with this new STC format, beginnings are probably my new forte. This is my third beginning and honestly I crammed it at night (my time) when I found out it was Pteri Day. Looking forward to see what everyone's going to come up with! (I preferred my Halloween starter but eh.)
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Post by RielCZ on Nov 9, 2020 23:56:26 GMT -5
Congrats on your beginning, Kat! I'll try and put an entry in later this week. I also entered a beginning this week, when I realized there wasn't one up by the early afternoon -- and literally right after I submitted it, yours went up. I'll resubmit it next week.
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Post by Kat on Nov 10, 2020 0:10:13 GMT -5
Thanks, Riel! Looking forward to see what you'll come up with. I COULD enter and continue my own story but I find that it's more fun to lurk after posting a beginning and watch what people do with it.
Yeah, resubmit it next week. Maybe TNT was just cramming Pteri Day festivities and they were like "wait, the STC, o right." I hope you get your beginning in then!
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Post by Rasaiu on Apr 5, 2021 18:10:37 GMT -5
I was thinking about submitting a beginning for this week's story but I got carried away with other stuff and completely forgot. Well, I'm glad. Great part, Kat !
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Post by Kat on Apr 6, 2021 4:42:44 GMT -5
I was thinking about submitting a beginning for this week's story but I got carried away with other stuff and completely forgot. Well, I'm glad. Great part, Kat ! Thanks, I modified the starter I submitted last week for April Fool's (although actually I submitted two versions of it) when I remembered that we would be having the Festival of Neggs. I even tried to put Chet Flash together with the Festival of Neggs but it looks like Aesop picked the one that was exclusively about the FoN, which was the last one I wrote. Random protip: there's no harm in submitting more than one version of your beginning when you think of other ways to retool it.
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Post by Rasaiu on Apr 6, 2021 17:01:29 GMT -5
For the first time I tried to submit different versions as this beginning made the mind wonder around... It's funny how the first sentence is so similar to the part which was picked for today. Well, don't mind me, I'll leave my parts here. c: "Isn't that the essence of the Festival of Neggs, to have the thrill of search?" "No, you don't understand," Klein gestured passionately. "They are nowhere to be found. Not even the slightest clue or imprint that they may have been hidden somewhere." "I see," I relaxed in my chair and rubbed my eyes. "In previous years, Kari had received many complaints that Neggs are too easy to find. Professionals or those with a lot of free time were the first to find and collect most of the Neggs. It is only logical that this year Kari and her assistants worked much harder to hide them." Klein was eagerly tapping the floor while I explained the possibility. "Just come with me outside and see for yourself." My careful explanation of this year's situation with the Festival of Neggs had not reached his ears. With a heavy sigh, I gave up the idea of a short nap and slowly got up. I felt a small but strange touch on my tail, but I didn't pay much attention to it. I had to turn around and see what was there when I noticed Klein's confused look and heard a short gasp: "Huh?" There was a red Negg with blue dots where I was sitting a moment ago. "Isn't that the essence of the Festival of Neggs, to have the thrill of search?" "Well, you don't understand," Klein gestured passionately. "They are nowhere to be found. Not even the slightest clue or imprint that they may have been hidden somewhere." "I see," I relaxed in my chair and rubbed my eyes. I was looking forward to a nap but now this trivial thing - it just could not get any worse. The office door flew open and this time my assistant was standing there. "Detective Odinwell, a visitor is here to see you!" Mutant Grundo shouted. "Yes, thank you, Nido, but I would appreciate it if you warned me before a visitor broke into my office." “Oh, sorry. You told me not to disturb you during the nap, but now that I heard the voices in here, I... ” Klein was eagerly tapping the floor: “Detective? The Neggs? It's urgent." "Yes, the Neggs," I sighed and stood up. “Oh, right, the Neggs! In the last hour, we have received dozens of calls about the fact that one has been able to find any Neggs and everyone is asking for your assistance. I told them to wait up until you had your nap, just as you instructed me, ”Nido pattered the words like beans. “Nido, you...” I gasped. He deserved a scolding. How many times did I tell him to inform me right away if the matter is serious? “Sorry, detective, incoming call,” and he stormed off.
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Post by RielCZ on Jun 6, 2021 2:33:31 GMT -5
I've won 3 out of the past 4 STC endings, it almost feels like old times again. (Also, all my prizes as of late are Petpet PBs... the prize script is playing with me.) Also, Rasaiu , I liked the beginning you had for this past week's story! To me, it was unique -- in all my years doing the STC, I can't recall a story whose premise was the MC needing to exercise, heh.
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Post by Rasaiu on Jun 7, 2021 1:25:27 GMT -5
Thanks RielCZ (: I really liked how you wrapped up the story, mentioning main points and some details like AC, the neighbor, and how you showed Kaisa's personality. Oh, and the solution with Buzzers and Neocola - loved it. I read the ending, thought for a moment and concluded that, yeah, it made perfect sense. If that changes anything, I also got Petpet PB. I don't remember what I got before that as it was more than 2 months ago. I submitted this part 4 weeks in a row since the first news about AC. On the third week I deleted the last sentence which was Gus saying: "Sounds good. Maybe tomorrow?" It's interesting how the story went without this sentence. I can imagine that with this sentence either the plot would have jumped right in the conflict between Gus and Kaisa or they both would have left sitting there till the next day. On the second case the story could have developed in a comedic way how they are trying to get ready for AC. :D
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Post by RielCZ on Jul 17, 2021 19:23:09 GMT -5
Eh, this thread should be used more often. I tried 3 times to get into Rabbit ♠ 's story this week. Not just because she came to me for name suggestions and unbeknownst to me I named the Techo Fanatic "Archibald". I was not successful in my attempts, but here was my ending, which I was quite happy with. ..."Reshar said that you have a lot of skill," admitted Kakoni, continuing to scratch. "A LOT of skill. He went on to say that you should have been on Team Darigan Citadel, so that 'the newbie could have actually improved herself and had a taste of a victory, rather than resigning herself to perpetual mediocrity with Faerieland.'" He gave a small cough.
"Yeah," Volgoth confirmed with a shrug. "He came with a message from Layton, their Team Captain, to discuss with Kalkoni the possibility of a trade," he continued.
"But I refused, and that's when the personal attacks started," recounted the faerie Bruce. "I defended your honour, but then realized... on which team you play isn't my decision to make. It's yours." He gestured at Whimsi.
The Vandagyre's eyes went wide with shock. Observant, Tulay reassuringly placed her paws in her friend's wings. "This is a very exciting opportunity for you, you know. DC is a powerhouse, and Faerieland is... well, a bit better than Mystery Island." She smiled genuinely, albeit somewhat wistfully, and hugged her close.
"I mean, Tulay's not wrong," Archibald opined. "In all honesty, it would be a good career move."
"I'll understand either way," finished Kalkoni. He smiled at his forward.
Whimsi, already quite tall, stood even straighter. "It is a great opportunity, especially for a new player... But I have to consider my team as my team, on and off the field. I think Reshar showed his true colours -- and you, Kalkoni, have showed yours." She beamed. "Of course, I choose Team Faerieland!"
Kalkoni grinned at her and hugged her as well. Volgoth gave a delighted laugh.
Archibald clapped delightedly. "I'd offer to celebrate with a toast of the Artificial Yooyu-flavoured punch, but unfortunately Team Krawk Island smashed all the glasses." His face darkened. "Every year they say, 'ooh, look at yer silly cups, not as sturdy as our mugs o' grog!' And then I have to throw them out and clean up the broken glass." He sighed. "You'd think I'd remember to bring plastic cups!"
The others chuckled.
"Oh," started Whimsi, addressing Kalkoni and Volgoth, "I wanted to throw a games night party. Might you and your teams be in?" She grinned sheepishly at them.
"You know I'm in," squeed the Cybunny as she grabbed the arm of her friend.
"I'm sure our team would be delighted!" replied Kalkoni.
"I'll make sure to invite the other Mystery Islanders, too!" said Volgoth.
Well, that was settled then! Whimsi realized just how loved she was by her team. Moreover, she had made the decision to put her non-Yooyuball game plans into action, and was rewarded. The games night was most certainly on -- and with more friends than she had anticipated!
Tulay dragged Whimsi's to the dance floor, and they spent the rest of the evening rocking out, until Archibald yelled it was time to go home.
THE END I do wish I could better grasp this current version of the competition, heh. I still find it difficult sometimes to properly pace the story given the seemingly shorter entries and one-winner-per-day scheme. (I really hope we get at least 10 entries for Week 900, which is coming up fairly soon.)
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