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Aug 19, 2002, 10:42am

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Ahh, the sweet smell of NGS2002 on a hazy, muggy summer's/winter's day.

Our survivors are suffering along in tremendous strides. As the switched
tribes are slowly settling in, things are going back to the regular
annoying, angry, fighty, flame-filled fun we all know and love. So, let's
recap the week's events. Unfortunately, our contestants are getting much
much sneakier when discussing politics now inworld, so there's not a LOT of
material. Gamecube and D a n would be facing the repurcussions of losing the
Reward Challenge for Tiveac, which would've given the tribe more than enough
supplies for camp, if they were ever inworld.

Nebewi put their heads together and came up with a variety of objects for
camp from the 3d object homepages. Such things include a giant tent to fit
all 4 tribemates, a well, fireplace, baskets, jugs, a lean-to, water
supplies, and even a cabin. They seem to have wasted many of their objects
on plants, which they were already allowed to use in the first place. Of
course, out of the 30 possible objects they could've had, they only used 16.
Was this intentional and if so, a smart move? Either way, this puts Nebewi
almost at equal camp supplies as Tiveac, and puts the two tribes WAY ahead
of a deserted Robego.

As I'm at a lost for a segue, let's go to Immunity Challenge night. I turned
the lights off, brought up the moon, and lit some torches. The first
Immunity is always very important, and it was mandatory that at least one
survivor from each of the three tribes attend, or else an absent tribe will
automatically face Tribal Council. Ambient was ready to stay up past 3 in
the morning her time to fight for survival, but a illness caught in the
harsh and humid jungles kept her sleeping through the night. For this first
time, Ambie depended on her other tribemates, Gamecube and D a n. Gandalf
wasn't also about to wake up in 3 in the morning for a challenge (what a
lack of commitment). Unfortunately, Gamecube and D a n pulled a second
no-show for the week, and Tiveac forfeits the game and heads towards council
before the challenge even begins. Ambie and Gandalf just can't catch a break
these days when it comes to winning challenges.

Four people did show up for one of my best planned and constructed
challenges yet (I say this every week, but for now, i mean it, read on).
maki and Builderz showed up for Robego, Mongo and Mod showed up for Nebewi.
Flying, shifting, ED, and teleporting had been turned off. Avatar collision
had been enabled. I walked the survivors up to Tribal Council Plateau, to a
high cliff hanging above a giant waterfall and the NGS2002 rapids. In front
of the survivors was a twisted, rigid, poorly put-together course of wooden
poles. A wacky race in other words for those AWTeeners. Each tribe had their
own course, exactly the same amount of turns, dips, rises, and poles, but
not identical to their competitors. At the end, past the river, over the
valley to the other side of the hills, was the tribe's platform with a torch
that the contestant must click to finalize they've reached it. The course
was barely visible in the dark of night, only a few torches provided light
along the way. If a contestant fell walking on the skinny poles, they would
be warped back to the begining and have to start all over. The course was
also filled with booby traps, invisible poles, and intersections with the
other tribe's course. There are also buttons along the course in which
contestants can click for a bot to announce to everyone their position on
the race. This can be used to psyche out opponets and make then walk faster
then they should and such. When both contestants from a tribe reached the
platform, only then will that tribe be granted immunity. It's a challenge of
wits, patience, balance, and speed. The losing tribe
will face Tribal Reckoning (I'll explain later down).

The race was on, and falls were a plenty. It took our four competitors a few

dozen tries before they could even get past the first few legs of their
course. However, Mod, an AWTeener and experienced Wacky Racer, soon pulled
straight out of the pack and ran straight to his platform in record time.
Nebewi had taken the lead. However, he left a left-handed first-timer, Mongo
behind him. Mongo continually struggled, and moved at a snail's pace at
fastest. He screamed for help in locating the invisible poles in one part of
the race, but Mod was of no help. Mongo continually fell and fell. Builderz
and maki, meanwhile, followed each other, and even fell with sychronization.
Builderz, however, reached the last leg of the race, at one point, but fell
off only meters away from his platform. Mod, meanwhile, clicked on the
closest button and flooded the chat to distract the increasingly approaching
Robego tribe. The race got close, then far, then close again, with too many
shifts of leads to describe. Eventually, maki had reached his platform,
leaving Builderz and Mongo in a race for the finish line. Builderz at first
had fallen, while Mongo was halfway through the course taking his time. But
with Builderz quick speed, he eventually caught up, and Mongo quickly
matched his pace. The race went neck and neck and both maki and Mod were
very tense. It came to the last stretch, a straight line of dips and rises
that looks easy enough, but can cost our contestants a deadly mistake if
they run too fast. It was Builderz who took a daring chance and pulled ahead
of Mongo and joined maki in the Robego platform first, leaving Robego still
defeatless. Nebewi faces Tribal Reckoning.

So, let's talk about Reckoning. :) For the unfortunate tribe that loses, the
members must go to the NG Survivor site and fill out a survey form. It's
really quite simple, it's the questions that are difficult to answer. Those
answers are then sent in to me, and then I give YOU, the loyal reader (all 2
of you), all the juicy details. This is the time for you all to see how the
tribe wants you to believe they're doing. Survivors are welcome to lie and
whatever, as long as they answer the questions correctly and fully. Can you
spot the sneakiest of the bunch, the next Ultimate Survivor in the making,
the one about to be picked off? The Reckoning is very valuable. Also, the
last question to each survey is who the contestant would vote off the tribe
right now if they were at Council. Those votes will not cast off anyone, but
it WILL count as previous votes toward a survivor if there's a tie at a real
Tribal Council. If a contestant does not fill out a form and manages to
dodge my constant berading, the answer to the last question will
automatically be casted against the absentee.

So, this week, Nebewi are our second place winners, and they are forced to
spill their guts. Let's start off with the first question.

Nebewi was asked to describe their other three tribemates in any fashion.
Mod tells us Eric is a "good long time friend, have worked with him for
about a year now." This seems to insinuate an AWTeen alliance. Eric was not
so friendly, saying about Mod, "He's okay, kinda crazy though." Mongo, the
only former and present Nebewi member, said that Mod "spends WAY too much
time practicing useless feats in the AW browser. I think I remember someone
saying he's surgically attached to his puter." Take that ANY way you want.
:)

How about Mod's "friend" Eric? Mongo isn't happy. "I KNOW this guy sabotaged
one of my immunity challenges. I don't know if I can trust him. : ) " Oooh,
this should be interesting.

And what do we all think of our favorite femme-fatale, Lioness? "A real
saucy dish, I'd really like to -- err, nevermind," said Mongo. Is there a
chance for hookup? Not likely, we're talking to a Mrs. Lioness here. :) But
kudos for having the right frame of mind. Eric said "Great help and fun
tribemate." Mod has more useful words on the Lion. "Very Hard worker, good
to get along with, sometimes tries a bit too hard though" Is that a hint of
annoyance I'm sensing?

And lastly, our good Nebewi friend, Mongo. "Please forgive me? =/" was what
an apologetic Eric said. "never really got to know mongo, seems nice.
Terrible at wacky races," Mod said. Could Mongo's poor performance be his
downfall, or just that he's against 3 ex-Robego?

How's the tribe as a whole? "I believe that Newbei is a strong tribe with
Active members and will go far," Mod said typo-ingly. Apparently, he thinks
second place is far enough. ;) All Mongo could say was "We have a good
crew." Eric admitted "I'm impartial really."

Now here's the good part. Who's the weakest and strongest person on the
tribe? Eric said himself. He also said he was the strongest member. What
effort. Mongo agrees that Eric is the weakest, he feels he is the strongest.
A bit conceited, are we? I like. Mod feels Mongo is in fact the weakest one,
and his pal, Lioness is the strongest. Well, at least someone makes sense.

So let's talk pacts and alliances. Were there any that were broken with the
switch? Three of the four were in fact in an eight-strong tribe. But were
they prepared should they lose? Was Mongo in the Nebewi alliance? Mod
answered candidly, admitting a pact was made between himself and maki. Is
Mod odd man out now without his partner in crime, or was Lioness and Eric in
it too? Mongo chose not to answer this question, naughty. Eric said he was
in an alliance with only himself. Ouch, I should unlight his torch to save
the trouble.

And where do pacts stand now in this new tribe? No one answered this one
with any avail, either saying all four are part of an alliance (stupid
stupid) or they have no alliances (equally stupid).

Now, if we were at Tribal Council, how would Nebewi vote? Eric votes for
himself. Mongo votes for Eric. Mod votes for Mongo. Because
Lioness did not fill out the form, she also votes for
herself.

That's 2 votes Eric, 1 vote Mongo, 1 vote Lioness. Keep track of your votes,
Nebewi! You'll most likely need them in the future.

Now, speaking of a REAL Tribal Council, let's head over to Tribal Council
Plateau and join Tiveac. The third tribe formed from the leftovers now must
face a tough Council. With only four members, the tribe MUST choose
carefully, and the odds of being out is bigger than ever. Something unique
with Tiveac is that it holds two ex-nebewi, and two ex-Robego. Could former
tribal lines still be in effect? Or will new pacts and thoughts leave
someone out in the cold? Ambient and Gandalf have a close relationship, but
not one of the closest. Gamecube and D a n have always been associated
together as the Absentees of most events. Maybe they share a bond while not
doing challenges? :) Because D a n had to leave for a week, votes were done
through telegram.

Ambient said "I hate doing this :( My vote goes to...for no other reason
cept he is the only member I do not know yet ;("

The hygenic Gandalf said "...because he smells"

So, I'll go tally the votes.

Remember, the decision is final, the person will be kicked off a cliff and
have NO chance of winning the world.





1st vote...




D a n.






Second vote. D a n. That's two votes D a n.







Third vote....



....



Gamecube. That's two for D a n, one for Gamecube.





Last vote...






D a n.



*tribal music climaxes* I'm sorry D a n, but the tribe has spoken.
*extinguishes flame* Please leave the game, and reply to this thread with
your Final Words. You can write about anything, to anyone. Make it good.


And like that, it's over for our good man, D a n. I'll leave you all to
ponder this hard decision and if it was the best one. Check the website for
this update, featuring tons of pics from the Immunity Challenge, and how
Tiveac voted D a n to his doom.



Anyways, while we're running with the bulls, let's get to our next Reward
Challenge. Remember folks, anyone can play! :) And people DO play, so don't
be shy, submit a score with your name, you might even be mentioned in the
next update post (I tend to mention everything anyways).

Anyways, you survivors look like you're living on skin and bones here.
Luckily, I've unleashed a herd of wild deer into the universe for you to
shoot at. ;) Oh, but this IS NG Survivor, and you won't be able to eat them.
HAHA, and you thought I had a moment of niceness there.

Okay, here's the lowdown. Log onto http://www.shockwave.com, I'm sure you've
all heard of it. Navigate around the games section until you find Deer Hunt.
!!!!When you get into the game, you MUST be in the Colorado level and you
can only be using a bow. !!!!! What? You'd think I'd give you a shotgun when
I'm working with sticks here? I don't have that high of a budget.

And what are you playing for? Something EXTREMELY important. For the past
5-6 weeks, you've all considered and attempted to "raid" an opposing camp.
This time, it's for real, and this time, you get to raid two. hehehe. You're
not only playing for the survival of your own shelter, you are playing for a
chance to take anything and everything that's in someone else's camp. Those
objects will change their name tags and become ownership of the winning
tribe.

How do you win this challenge? The BEST hunter out of each tribe (the one
with the most trophies), will be the only ones considered. The hunter from
each tribe that gets the most trophies will win this handsome reward for
his/her tribe. It's a game of keeping a sharp eye and plenty of patience.
But also, this is a challenge of communication and risks, contestants. Make
sure you know your own tribemates' score, so you can go one step higher, or
make someone else do it. It all depends on the best hunter only. All other
scores will not count, this is not cumulative.

And remember now, ANYONE can play. :) The highest scorer will of course win
a tee-shirt. Don't let these survivors win more than one. :)) SCORES MUST BE
SUBMITTED BY WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, BEFORE noon VRT. I know that's short
notice, but our survivors have a VERY important and special Immunity
Challenge this week. ;)

--
From the Newbie's Guide to the AW NG:

"Nornny11 - The original wishy-washy man, this one can actually insult you
and compliment you in the same breath, and in the end say absolutely
nothing! What a talent!"

Aug 19, 2002, 11:22pm

Nice post. Keep up the good work hon. ;-"D



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Aug 20, 2002, 12:25am

Well, here's a small change in events. Lioness did submit her Reckoning
form, albeit a bit late, but noenetheless, I'm willing to share it and null
her vote casted for herself. :) Although, I'm still considering keeping the
vote for herself for replying without snipping! lol. 14 kilobytes, down the
drain! You survivors have got to learn how to conserve.

She said "Mongo is a great guy, has great ideas,and is often logged on when
I am." To Mod, she said "Mod is a great guy, has great ideas and is
sometimes logged in when I am." About Eric, she said "Eric is a great guy,
has great ideas and is rarely logged in when I am." Good use of repetition.
;)

As the whole tribe? "I will have a difficult time choosing someone from my
tribe to vote against should the time come. I have no favorites. Everyone so
far is willing to work together as a team, even though we all have
conflicting schedules in real life." What a diplomat. :))

Lioness also feels she is the weakest member, while Mongo is the strongest.
Apparently, she wasn't there for the Immunity Challenge. ;) She was in a
previous pact with Gamecube. Hey, Mr. Invisible does have tricks up his
sleeves.

She is in no alliances with anyone except all her tribemates. Do I need to
explain the game to this tribe or something?

Who would she vote off? Surprisingly, Mod. Is Mongo playing her for his
previous tribal ties? Or is Lioness ready for the new, out with the old?
What does this spell for Mod (maybe c-a-s-t-o-f-f)?

So, we'll rechange Nebewi's vote count.

2 votes have been made towards Eric, 1 vote against Mongo, and now 1 vote
against Mod. Lioness is scotch free now.

Did Robego's 8-member friction all switched into Nebewi? Is there other
original Robego flubs and fights we're missing? Who knows, watch and see.
Apparently, no one is safe. We'll have to see at the next Tribal Councils
and Reckonings.

Aug 20, 2002, 9:53am

You DID tell us we didn't have to tell the truth hon....remember????????
heheheh ;-"D

Aug 20, 2002, 3:57pm

-Dear pieces of barely nothing, that come together to make a diary.
What a tought week, I was on for the immunity challange, and did
quite well, Mongo didn't do so well, but at least he showed up. My opinions
of my tribe mates have greatly changed, trusts shifted and here is what I
think of my tribe now....

<snip>

I must watch my back, but the back of everyone else to. Newbei stands
strong!

-Mod

Aug 20, 2002, 10:35pm

You mean you didnt take the opertunity to AvTeleport him over the clif face and let him fall to his death (or more accuratly a lot of walk000.rwx with "create texture ocean4; bump teleport awgate" on? Nornny, im dissapointed. :(

- Mark
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Aug 20, 2002, 10:57pm

*stares at "Size"* you horribly awful person...

Aug 20, 2002, 11:38pm

Even after Nornny made it painfully clear to snip the reply! Jeeze! :-P
--
- Syntax -
http://www.swcity.net
http://forum.swcity.net

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Aug 20, 2002, 11:49pm

I had include previous post in reply turned off >_<

- Mark

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Aug 21, 2002, 12:32am

Now that was even worse than mine, at least i posted something decent during the waste of bandwidth >_<
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Aug 21, 2002, 12:32am

off?

Aug 21, 2002, 12:56am

In an effort to conserve bandwith (HA!), I just assume everyone knows after
one a third seasons that all the losers get pushed off a giant cliff that is
the newsgroup to their untimely death. If not, well, after each castoff, I
take crack my knuckles, and push those avatarian bodies down to their doom,
or at least to Syntax and SW Chris, who will get an oppurtunity to interview
them if we ever get live Tribal Councils going. I find the latter fate
extremely gruesome.

--
--
From the Newbie's Guide to the AW NG:

"Nornny11 - The original wishy-washy man, this one can actually insult you
and compliment you in the same breath, and in the end say absolutely
nothing! What a talent!"

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Aug 21, 2002, 1:06am

I must say, this is the most incredibly stupid game you've ever chosen
ever...

Aug 21, 2002, 3:36am

Ahem.....When I sent you a list of the objects our tribe wanted, it wasn't a
list of 16. If you re-read that list I sent you, you'll see that I requested
"4" of those cabins, "4" of those large canopy tents, and "4" of those
marshmallows on sticks. To quote a line from one of your other posts,
Nornny, you said, "You can have 30 unique objects, or have more than one
object. "..................................... I followed your instructions;
however, we only got one of each of those items. Where are the others????
;-"/

(And I didn't get my tshirt yet either by the way ;-"p~~~~ )


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Aug 21, 2002, 3:37am

I stole it.

Aug 21, 2002, 5:50am

*Crawls out of makeshift home*
Dear Diary
After having spent the best part of 5 cold days and nights wrapped up in a
sleeping bag, coughing, sneezing and trying to break a fever in this hell
hole, I have finally emerged with a chapped nose, watery eyes and no voice.
Not a tribe member in sight and I havent seen one in our new camp since the
Tiveac Tribe came into existence :(
I missed the immunity challenge and asked my team mates to please try and
fill in for me. Gandalf (who moved into the new tribe with me) having
seemingly suffered with the same illness couldnt attend either, and our
other two new members GameCube and D A N didnt make it. I am beginning to
wonder about the committment of everyone in Tiveac, are we team players or
are we all just watching our own backs? I suspect being the only female
and an older one at that, is not going to stand me in good stead with this
group at all.
The web challenge has been responsible for the abuse metered out by me to my
keyboard and mouse out of sheer frustration! I have not seen ONE deer
after hours of sitting and listening to peculiar noises that I dont
recognise. At one stage I was convinced there was a cricket trapped in my
speakers! I have pulled deer hair off from trees, stepped in deer
droppings, which royally cheesed me off... and found their resting
places.. but they continue to be so elusive. I am hoping my male team
mates are better at this than I am cos if they are relying on me to bring
meat back to the camp, they are going to starve. All I can offer them
are bbq apples from the apple trees I planted on the far side of our
campsite. How I would love to down a tequila sunrise right now!!






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Aug 21, 2002, 11:51am

You guys just don't like it because it requires some thought and a good eye.
;) It's definately the hardest challenge you'll have, but there's a lot at
stake obviously.

This isn't your simple river cross.

Here's a tip, however, if you could consider it that. There ARE deer there,
almost everywhere, but they're still close to invisible with even the
binoculars on. Just don't shoot into the air and scare them off right away.

Personally, I never killed any of those darn deers myself. Here's hoping one
or three of you can. :)
--
From the Newbie's Guide to the AW NG:

"Nornny11 - The original wishy-washy man, this one can actually insult you
and compliment you in the same breath, and in the end say absolutely
nothing! What a talent!"

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Aug 21, 2002, 6:18pm

For some reason I cant play the web challange :( I load it up and when it
finished it says something like "Director player error" " property not found
#Length"

Aug 21, 2002, 7:28pm

Nornny;

That challenge blows. I don't have all day to sit there and "hunt" like your
supposed to do.
I've seen and shot at deer but they are few and far between. This challenge
takes TIME....I don't have any spare TIME.

Leo :)


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Aug 24, 2002, 12:45pm

O_O

-
D a n
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