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« on: January 21, 2007, 14:56 » |
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Link to the Round Robin ThreadI assume you all know what a Round Robin is, but just in case... The rules are very simple: I will start off a story and then who wants to make it go ahead simply adds his bit of writing in the Round robin thread.  To avoid more people writing the same part without knowing, though, i suggest that we use this thread to organize,comment and say who wants to write next, to avoid double-postings. I know there's little chances of that happening, but i'd better avoid it.  So, if you feel like you want to add to the story, please say it here as soon as you can, so the other writers will take their turn.
Another thing: Its not important *how much* you add to the story, but to keep everything more easygoing and fun for everyone (because it introduces less "obligatory roads" , i think my starting post is already a pretty long one and i'd avoid to write parts bigger than that. But they can be as short as a paragraph or two. Last, but not least: Read carefully the parts that were written before deciding to write one yourself. This is very important to keep the story flowing without too many changes of plot and pace. It's your responsability to try and keep the characters and plot as close to the one estabilished as you can, even if new developement and plot twists are always welcome, if delivered with good motivation.  Personally, i'd like he story to revolve mostly around Maggie and Lisa, without too many new characters, and possibly without it ending up in fantasy worlds or stuff like that. Let's try to keep it as close to the show as possible. I aplogize in advance for the lenghth of the starting bit. I wanted to make it in a fanfic, but i have problems with long-going projects, so i guessed that i'd try this. I hope it'll be a fun thing to try. 
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« Reply #1 on: January 21, 2007, 18:34 » |
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So far so good  Nice opening plot. I cant think of what to add next so, better let sombody else do it. 
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« Reply #2 on: January 21, 2007, 23:53 » |
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By "First", you mean "Second", right? http://www.lisa-simpson.net/topic/48.0 Just because it's currently inactive doesn't mean it's nonexistent! 
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« Reply #3 on: January 22, 2007, 04:47 » |
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Well, it's the very first Round Robin that started here, no?  Nice idea, Marco (and I like the part you have submitted). I will try to add something, too!
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« Reply #4 on: January 22, 2007, 05:33 » |
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Definitely going to try and add something within the next half hour.
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« Reply #5 on: January 22, 2007, 08:41 » |
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Opppps!! Sorry AP, i don't know how i didn't think about it! It's true, this is not really the first RR....  I apologize if it seems like i stole the "title" from you, i assure you it wasnt my will. GH, thanks for adding to the RR and for the speed  I'm at work now, but i'll be sure to read as soon as i have a free minute! 
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« Reply #6 on: January 22, 2007, 19:50 » |
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I've readed both of GeorgeHarrison's and Dan's added bits.  First of all, to Dan: Please avoid to quote the previous message when yo uadd to the fic (i've edited your post to take the quote out so it looks more like a story), and always remeber to make a little post in this thread bfeore writing your part, as i stated in the rules above  But let's skip to the good part! GeorgeHarrison, i couldn't have even hoped for such a great continuation.  You've kept up the mood and the characterization really well, adding quite a lot to the feeling of conflict between the sisters, with a very strong appearance from Lisa and a very believable rebel Maggie. Great part, indeed! I hope you'll write more! Dantheman, that's a very great way to get the story moving indeed  Maggie reacted in a believable way, Lisa's concern about calling the parents was a nice touch, and thanks for keeping the story so open-ended. There are lots of possibilities here  So, anyonwe wants to take this on? 's fun! 
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« Reply #7 on: January 23, 2007, 06:43 » |
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I too want to write on this RR. Friday will be the day that I get my new internet setup at my new home, so when that day comes around, i will join in. 
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« Reply #8 on: January 23, 2007, 09:25 » |
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I've readed both of GeorgeHarrison's and Dan's added bits.  First of all, to Dan: Please avoid to quote the previous message when yo uadd to the fic (i've edited your post to take the quote out so it looks more like a story), and always remeber to make a little post in this thread bfeore writing your part, as i stated in the rules above Sorry about that Marco!  But let's skip to the good part! GeorgeHarrison, i couldn't have even hoped for such a great continuation.  You've kept up the mood and the characterization really well, adding quite a lot to the feeling of conflict between the sisters, with a very strong appearance from Lisa and a very believable rebel Maggie. Great part, indeed! I hope you'll write more! Dantheman, that's a very great way to get the story moving indeed  Maggie reacted in a believable way, Lisa's concern about calling the parents was a nice touch, and thanks for keeping the story so open-ended. There are lots of possibilities here Thanks!So, anyonwe wants to take this on? 's fun! 
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« Reply #9 on: January 23, 2007, 11:22 » |
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Just in case, Dan, I very much ask you not to use post quoting at all.  You could just reply, we'd somehow guess that you're replying to Marco. At least break the quote with the proper tags instead of just adding the bold text right into it... please. It's hard to read such "replies". No bad feelings, I just don't want this forum to turn into a mess. Let's keep the cleanness, okay? 
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« Reply #10 on: January 23, 2007, 23:14 » |
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I'll try and add some more on within the next hour.
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« Reply #11 on: January 24, 2007, 19:21 » |
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Wonderful, GH, just wonderful  You have a very nice grasp on the cahracters, very believable dialogue and your writing flows nicely. It was a pleasure to see you reffed "MY Sister, My Sitter".  I'm really enjoying this little story. Thank you
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« Reply #12 on: January 24, 2007, 23:16 » |
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I appreciate your praise, Simp  I've always enjoyed writing, and an oppurtunity to join with people in writing about my favorite characters, in my favorite location, on my favorite forum, was just irresistable.
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« Reply #13 on: January 28, 2007, 07:14 » |
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Anyone else plan on adding some more? I'd rather not double-post in an RR story.
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« Reply #14 on: February 05, 2007, 08:51 » |
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If nobody's gonna go ahead, i'll take next bit  Just be patient, it might take a day or two. 
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« Reply #15 on: February 26, 2007, 01:57 » |
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Just posting a bit of a reminder for anyone out there interested in moving the story forward. I don't want to pressure anyone into replying, especially keeping in mind that LisaCon is keeping our artists and writers very busy.  Still, it would be a shame to see this story die so quickly. 
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« Reply #16 on: March 01, 2007, 20:45 » |
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I know, i apologize... i promised i'd write something, but it slipped my mind complaetely! Just give me this next weekend. I'll be sure to go on a bit  And if i can't i'll leave it for someone else... Again, i apologize *bows*
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« Reply #17 on: May 05, 2007, 20:32 » |
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Thank you Silver... I have no excuses for having let the RR die for so long. You guys are making it very promising!
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« Reply #18 on: May 06, 2007, 18:41 » |
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Thanks so much, Silver and dan, for keeping our RR alive.  I'm not really in a good position to write right now, but I assure you, tomorrow I will try my hardest to add some more on. 
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« Reply #19 on: May 07, 2007, 15:35 » |
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To Silver and Dan - thanks! It's interesting to read your entries, they are well-written and not too long. Good work.  To Marco and George - no need to promise  judging on my experience, after giving away a promise, it becomes harder to work on something since it becomes an obligation. So I'm officially freeing you both from your words, add to the story when you feel you want to do that and not before. And I hope others will agree with me here. 
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« Reply #20 on: May 08, 2007, 00:18 » |
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Added on a little more. 
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« Reply #21 on: May 08, 2007, 00:26 » |
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To Silver and Dan - thanks! It's interesting to read your entries, they are well-written and not too long. Good work.  Given that I had a slight case of writer's block, and was in a hurry, it turned out well.
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« Reply #22 on: May 08, 2007, 00:44 » |
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Given that I had a slight case of writer's block, and was in a hurry, it turned out well.
Well you're a hero in my book  Thanks for reviving the RR, I'm hopeful that maybe some new writers will join in now that we've brought it back up to full speed. 
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« Reply #23 on: May 29, 2007, 16:33 » |
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I un-stickied the thread so everyone will feel more motivated to keep it in the first page with constant "additions". I say it again: people, don't be scared of the quantity of stuff written by other users. Even a paragraph or two is fine. if it makes the story go on  Oh and...of course i mean all this to me too 
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« Reply #24 on: September 18, 2008, 20:22 » |
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I'm glad to see this is still going ahead! Thank you very much all of you guys, you're doing a tremendous job. Vanguard20, your last addition sure puts some spice in the story 
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