Volleyball and other beach things, RUCKUS STYLE!!! by Static

Thread was losing altitude, needed a bump, stay airborne!!

-Ratboy

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Tuesday, April 05, 2005 8:57 PM

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Originally posted by TheGreyJedi: Actually, it needs to stay on the panel for now. Ick. Otherwise, I'd have to go through the whole activation sequence again. And I'd rather not have to do that again.

*Needleseye shakes off the effects dimensional shift, but it has left her out of sorts. Eyes darkening and scales surfacing, she slowly leans in towards Grey. The entire floor is carpeted with black poppies that bloom and wilt, over and over. Needleseye's humming sounds like a growl*

Grey, I would prefer to keep you in one piece, as well. Now might be a good time for that Chris Isaak rendition you mentioned. *winking a dark eye*

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Tuesday, April 05, 2005 9:16 PM

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Originally posted by needleseye: *...slowly leans in towards Grey...Needleseye's humming sounds like a growl*

I find it most interesting the way you two flirt back and forth! Long before the flirting began, Grey made me think of my brother and Needles made me think of my sister-in-law!! I wish you two hundreds of fat babies.:biggrin:

-Ratboy

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Tuesday, April 05, 2005 11:47 PM

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Mai wrote: Now that it seems we are all safe and for the most part unharmed, I think it best we start planin' for our next planetfall. As the BEST shiptreethingy-tour guide ever, I'm going to start a bit of research on potential destinations. I'd like to ask all of the crew and guests to make a list of preferences you have for our next landing site.

Here are a few basic suggestions for starters

1. NON-explodable type planet with lots of backup power

2. Marketplace rich with parts/mechanical shop (not sure what you all will need to make repairs)

3. Travle time of several days at the least. So that everyone has ample time to rest and relax

4. Planet that requires dress code: Men must wear the skimpy clothing/swimming attire instead of the women.

* Unaware of the high drama and possible feeding or spawning occurring in Main Engineering, The Real Me sits at his desk, leaning back in his chair, carefully shuffling through a stack of papers. Then with a smile, he sits up straight and slaps one down on his desktop. *

A good set of choices, Mai, but I like this one best. It’s only a few days away. It’s inside the Cozen Cluster, so we can still try to recover Cozen’s human form with our Transmogrifier. It is large enough to have the gravity to retain its own atmosphere, so it won’t fall apart on its own like Rukus. It orbits close to a lovely gas giant – talk about a view! It has tremendous stores of geo-thermal power. It is by no means a core world, but it does have a decent technological base (though you should be aware that TheGreyJedi, with his MacGuyver-like superpower, could fabricate any necessary replacement parts out of bits of twine, a ball-point pen, shoe leather, and stale donuts). While it is true that the planet orbits somewhat in its outer system, the main resort is built inside an active volcano, so the environment inside is like a sauna, requiring skimpy attire from all concerned. I hear that in their main lounge, they even have a really impressive lava-waterfall-thing, just like in The Incredibles!

* For emphasis, The Real Me jabs the brochure on his desk with his index finger. *

Yes, I vote for Black Diamond, Ski Resort Planet of the Cozen Cluster.

* The Real Me again leans back in his chair. *

I’m sure that the rumors of Yeti infesting the mountains are just folk tales.

* The Real Me keys his com to transmit to Ebo’s nest under the pool table. *

Captain? Would you like to go skiing?

* In anticipation of her answer, and considering that the Sereni-Tree still lacks a full-time navigator, The Real Me accesses his computer link and begins to plot the course. *

Hmmmm... By the time Static is rested and relaxed we can probably fly off to a new thread.

The Real Me, First Officer of the Sereni-Tree

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 12:13 AM

SIMONWHO

Skiing? Excellent, just returned from the Alps myself. Right, time to pick out the most ludicrous outfit possible for wearing while skiing (a great tradition). Hmm, those colours are horribly mismatched. Perfect! Big gloves, stupid T-shirt, massive goggles, it's all coming together.

And the piece de resistance, a very, very silly hat. With bells on.

Come on, land this baby now, let's hit the slopes!

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 12:28 AM

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the main resort is built inside an active volcano, so the environment inside is like a sauna, requiring skimpy attire from all concerned.

how skimpy are we talking?

*Rifles through closet for heat-resistant, flame retardant swim wear, shorts, sun dress and other necessities*

skimpy (and safe) clothes. CHECK!

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I’m sure that the rumors of Yeti infesting the mountains are just folk tales.

Yea. I'm sure you're right. Besides what's a Yeti attack compared to nearly being blown to bits?

Sounds like a good plan. I'm with ya.

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 1:15 AM

* Carrying a shoebox, The Real Me approaches SimonWho. *

Doctor, at the risk of starting a Monty Python skit, I wonder if you can take a look at this….

* The Real Me opens the shoebox, revealing… A PARROT. *

It’s Cozen’s mouthpiece creature, Captain Black Jack Silver or whatever.

* The Real Me prods the parrot a few times with the end of a pen. There is no response. *

It seems rather listless.

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 1:42 AM

STATIC

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Originally posted by mai: Yea. I'm sure you're right. Besides what's a Yeti attack compared to nearly being blown to bits?

Funny you should mention Yetis. I think we should all take the time to read this handy-dandy safety guide on dealing with Yetis. . .here.

http://www.fireflyfans.net/sunroomitem.asp?i=3417

Let me know if you have any questions.

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 1:57 AM

No touching Yetis.

*Falls down on floor laughing hysterically*

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 6:24 AM

STATIC

*ka-bump*

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 6:27 AM

*runs his fingers through his hair, pushing forward a formidable pomp. pulls up a holoscreen and clicks a song.*

"My whole world's on fire, and no one could save me but you..."

*crooning begins*

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 7:39 AM

SIMONWHO

Mmm. It seems this parrot is stunned. Who used the stun gun on the parrot, come on, confess.

Oh. It's a mechanical parrot. Let me just see here...

*produces thin silver rod with blue light at end*

Hmmm. Aha. There we go!

"Sqwark! 12.5%!"

Well, that's a start, if nothing else.

(This post was brought to you courtesy of Monty Python, Doctor Who, Terry Pratchett and the number 7.)

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 7:58 AM

It was probably drawing power from the generator I knocked out! We should be careful or it might start feeding off the engines! Grey, are the engine rooms shielded?

-Ratboy

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 9:36 AM

More power to it if it can. These things are designed to generate faaaaaaaaaar more power than we would need on ma regular basis. And with MaRTHA attached to Aegis, it won't be using the ship's systems for power. So plug the bird up and let it recharge a bit.

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 9:53 AM

* The Real Me shrugs, takes the bird, and jams its tail into a handy power outlet on the wall. *

* The lights dim. *

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 10:45 AM

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Originally posted by TheGreyJedi: "My whole world's on fire, and no one could save me but you..."

(WOOT!)

*Needleseye is mesmerized* . . . . .

*Steps back blinking*

What? ...was ...I... thinking!

*Eyes returning to a blue shade, Needleseye is so thankful, as she was seconds from taking a chunk out of Greys arm. Needleseye likes to gnaw the arms off 'em first because you can't fight back as much without 'em.*

I'm terribly sorry Grey. I'm thinking that leaving spilled blood in my vicinity is probably a really bad idea. These damn hungry spells.

* thinks of her last real meal, and the final bit of ankle, was sorta chewy... begins to feel that terrible insatiable hunger well up again...*

Didn't someone say Yeti? Yummy! Uh, I think I need to get down to that planet.

Static? Can you land this thing already?

* thinks- I need a drink of water before I go see any Lava waterfalls*

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 11:58 AM

No worries, NeedlesEye.

*pushes his hair back to "normal" then grabs a dirty rag and wipes up the blood.*

Since we're back in normal space, I think there's no need for spilled blood.

*remembers something*

Y'know, there's a collection of coveralls and assorted boots still in the lockers, just pick a comfy set. This ship could benefit from another person looking after her engines.

*conjures another Tech Manual and hands it to NeedlesEye.*

Like I said to Bride4, there's no need to memorize anything right away. It's just a reference manual. And besides. There's a lot of systems to look after besides the engine room. Stuff less reliant on theoretical physics might be more the speed of a business student, yes? Now...

*envisions a collection of cute and brainy and/or genius mechanic girls "helping" him in engineering.*

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 12:40 PM

STATIC

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Originally posted by TheRealMe: Hmmmm... By the time Static is rested and relaxed we can probably fly off to a new thread.

**The Eddie Izzard/James Mason flight control computer speaks up.**

Right, Pilot . . .navigation computer is feeding me coordinates that correspond with the charted planet of "Black Diamond". Shall I display our course, or engage the autopilot?

Computer, display course information on heads up and free up controls for manual operation.

**with a soft beep, course and heading information is superimposed on the main viewscreen over the starscape before Static. The control yoke extends from the console into easy reach of the pilot's chair. Static grips the control yoke with an easy confidence and the SereniTREE responds to his touch without protest. Static punches the shipwide PA.**

Hey, everyone. Several of us have decided on the resort planet "Black Diamond". For information, ask TRM. Oh. . .and you MUST try the chili.

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Evil, Lecherous Hump

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 4:17 PM

*While enjoying the chili that he helped stir, Ratboy looks out a window at "Black Diamond" below!*

What in... Are those windmills?!?

-Ratboy

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 4:25 PM

MONTANAGIRL

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Originally posted by TheRealMe: Doctor, at the risk of starting a Monty Python skit, I wonder if you can take a look at this….

* The Real Me opens the shoebox, revealing… A PARROT. *

This made me think of something I had to share. Shakespeare in the Parks did Romeo and Juliet last summer. At the point that Juliet has taken the concoction that makes her appear to be dead, Lord Capulet says "She's dead!" Something about the way James (the actor) delivered that line threw me and my friend straight into the Parrot sketch. We just started going back and forth to each other: "She is no more." "She has ceased to be." "She is an EX-Capulet." We kept ourselves going for weeks on that.

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 4:25 PM

Man that was some good chili!

Edit- I wish I had more chili!

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 4:29 PM

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Didn't someone say Yeti? Yummy!

I have to admit I was a bit worried about getting off at our next stop. ( After all, I run like a, very slow and uncoordinated, girl). I'll be no match for the invitable and highly ominous Yeti invasion. Hey Needleseye, I know your busy, what with the wooing of Grey, (or is it the other way around?) but you wanna be my bodyguard? I'll pay you! I don't know what with yet, but it'll be something good, I promise.

*Goes to the common room to sit back and enjoy a nice relaxing ride to Black Diamond*

*Sits down on nice big comfy couch and takes out crossword book*

Let's see where was I? Hey guys, what's a four letter word for planet-crumbling chaos?

*Looks up momentarily as TRM enters the room*

Hey just the person I was lookin' for. What kind of new and very nefarious activities are there to engage in on this planet? Just curious. A girl's gotta have a plan.

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 5:11 PM

* The Real Me wobbles into the room with Mai, finds a chair, and lands heavily in it. He leans back and covers his face with both hands. *

Urrrgh. Still sick. Don’t get too close to me or you’ll catch it too.

* The Real Me drops his hands to the armrests of the chair, lacking the strength to hold them up. *

Oh, Mai, if I might advise you about Needleseye…

While Needleseye may be some kind of extra-terrestrial life-form, to me she resembles nothing so much as a water faerie from old European traditions. Now, I’m not talking about those cutesy Victorian bug-things that flit about singing songs and tending flowers. No, I’m talking about an ancient creature of legend, one with tremendous magical power, something from the Other Side. One must be exceedingly careful in dealing with such beings, and NEVER make a deal with one unless the details of the contract are explicitly spelled out.

Oh, it would not do to be rude to her, either. Be polite. And don’t actually CALL her a faerie. They hate that.

* The Real Me lies unmoving for a time, and Mai might think that he has fallen asleep… or died… ??? *

Huh? Oh…

About Black Diamond? I don’t know. I just thought that we had sort of done everything possible on a tropical beach world, and I wanted to see a change of pace.

But what is there to do? Let’s see… There is admiring the view of the gas giant primary. I’ll do that myself, every day for brunch. There is skiing, snowboarding, and the like. Mostly just traveling down very steep slopes at breakneck speeds while balancing on one or two small slabs of fiberglass.

Uh, frankly, I’m not sure why anyone would want to do that, but I have it on good authority that it is quite the popular activity.

We could build a snowman?

Go on a Yeti hunt? (DON’T TOUCH THE YETI!)

Oh, and with some of Knibblet’s super-special sunscreen, of which I have an ample supply, we can even go swimming in the lake of molten rock under the lava waterfall!

Anything else? I dunno. Lessee, here…

* The Real Me fumbles for the travel brochure for a time, but then falls asleep. *

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 5:26 PM

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Originally posted by montanagirl:
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"She is no more." "She has ceased to be." "She is an EX-Capulet."
MontanaGirl! Now every time I see Romeo and Juliet! Corrupted! :tongue:

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 5:36 PM

MONTANAGIRL

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Originally posted by needleseye: MontanaGirl! Now every time I see Romeo and Juliet! Corrupted! :tongue:

*Bows.* Thank you. My work here is done. :biggrin:

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 5:38 PM

THATWEIRDGIRL

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Originally posted by mai: I'll be no match for the invitable and highly ominous Yeti invasion.

Hey no worries! We've faced all kinds of terrible things, we can handle a(n)? Yeti attack. I can use my powers of confusion, PR can levitate things, TRM's portals....we have quite the army.

And I LOVE playing tag! Ooh, maybe we can play freeze tag *snort* that would be cool.

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 5:49 PM

MONTANAGIRL

Or we could lead them into a Calvinball arena, where when they tag us they're really it again, or they have to hop backwards, or they have to sing "The Hero of Canton" while spinning. (Ebo could show 'em how it's done- the spinning, not the singing. Not that she can't sing. Dang, how am I going to extricate myself from this?)

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 6:03 PM

*Scoots a bit farther down the sofa chair*

Here have a tissue.

*Hands TRM the 12 boxes of tissue, a nice warm blankie, and a steaming bowl of chicken noodle, that all appears out of nowhere*

Thanks for the warning. She seems perfectly harmless to me. I have faith that she is a good, if slightly intimidating non-faerie creature thing. I wasn't really thinking of offering up a binding and somewhat evil and scary contract. Just asking a simple favor in return for a futre favor.

*Hears sharp, scary movie music begin to play in the background*

What was that? Oh well.

About the skiing. Not sure what's scarier, the Yeti or slidinging down a dangerous, crash-inducing hill at ungodly speeds. Believe it or not, I've never been. So I will have to at least try that out. I betcha there's nice handsome instructors to help me along the way. It can't be THAT hard, right?

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 6:07 PM

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maybe we can play freeze tag *snort* that would be cool.

How about hide and seek! Or jump rope, or hopskotch!!!!

No, even better! Two words for you. RED ROVER!

No touching Yeti's could be problematic. What if it's a really nice Yeti?

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 6:11 PM

THATWEIRDGIRL

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Originally posted by mai: No, even better! Two words for you. RED ROVER!

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm on Static's team. I bet his grip is unbreakable. Perfect for charging Yetii.

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 6:18 PM

*Clicks on Comm*

ATTENTION all crew and guests! We need everyone to gather in the cargo bay for a matter of up most importance! That's right. It's time for the first ever SereniTREE RED ROVER MATCH UP! Teams are forming now, so move your tukus and get down here now!

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005 6:27 PM

*Needleseye looks down at her translucent dress and bare feet. Thinks~ skin must be offensive? Smiles at Grey and heads to the lockers. Removes dress...(insert your illusion here) Grabs some ankle high boots, finds some scrap of an old blue t-shirt for a top , Grabs some brownish coveralls, rips the top half off , flinging it behind her. Ties the bottom half on. Takes translucent dress folds it delicately and places it carefully in a locker.*

I dont know about this comfy idea, these "shoe" things are kind of akward. * lifts up feet as if boots weigh fifty lbs.* I'll give this a read. *holds manual upside down and turns pages*

If you really think I can help, I'll give it a try.

*Looks over at Jet/Bride4, a coy smile escapes*

First though I have got to take care of something.

*Starts to sing under her breath*

I got static in my head the reflected sound of everything tried to go to where it led but it didn't lead to anything. The noise is coming out, and if it's not out now, I know it's just about to drown tomorrow out ...

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Originally posted by mai: Hey Needleseye, I know your busy, what with the wooing of Grey, (or is it the other way around?) but you wanna be my bodyguard? I'll pay you! I don't know what with yet, but it'll be something good, I promise.

*Walks over to Mai and TRM* Well, Mai I'm not sure you should promise me anything. I'll help you if I can, though. I'd like to try to function as a useful crew member.

*Smiles at TheRealMe leans in and whispers in his ear* My you give such sound advice, for one... so young. * a halo of white daisies appear in Needleseye's hair* So, who's up for some Yeti on a skewer? Should toast nicely over a lava pit.

--- Ai ya! I have to reboot! GRRRR!

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