Monday, December 29, 2014

Review #1: Dalek Empire: Invasion of the Daleks 1.1



I found this on a whim. A cheap acquisition from Humble Bundle. Me being a massive Whovian did not mind paying $15 for this and several pieces. So enough of that here is my review of the first part of this tale.

The Invasion of the Daleks paints a beautiful picture of one of Dr. Who's most infamous enemies, the Daleks. All without visuals whatsoever. While not the doctor or any incarnation of him, the main characters are very enthralling. Especially the lead heroine, Susan Mendes.

Though I am pretty sure the Doctor saves a lot of lives his eternal fight against the daleks. It is nice to see the Time Lord Ex Machina swoop in and wave his sonic screwdriver again and save the day.  Allow it feel in some blanks about the Daleks. Surely, they couldn't always been at war with the Time Lords. Maybe this is preparations for the time war.

Now back to the characters. Susan Mendes is an interesting character and I can't wait to see what will happen with her next. The Daleks have already pic my interest with the dialog between the Dalek Emperor and Dalek Supreme Commander. For two one opt characters (I am unsure they are the same character from the BBC Dr. Who. But I am going to assume yes.) that didn't get much screen time, I like seeing them fleshed out more. As interesting as the main plot is the side plot, in my opinion, seemed to be lackluster. Alby doesn't have the same charm as Susan and the main plot. As a framing device, Alby is a good tin dog. 

All in all the experience of an audio adventure reminds of the older serials for Dr. Who. I enjoyed the voices of the actors. I can't wait to download and review the other chapters.

Dream Journal Entry 1

I just woke up from a nightmare that I started showing the symptoms of a neurological disease that could leave me paralyzed. My mentor at work Mr. Lester, a co-worker Tiana, and a kind bus driver played the roles of helping me get treatment despite I don't think I told anyone. Weird thing is I could feel the pain in my head or I thought I could feel that pain..

Thoughts?

Sunday, December 28, 2014

Writing Prompt #1

Writing Prompt
Script a dialogue between the Devil and his publicist.

The phone buzzed. Johnathan was dreading this call all day long. His firm was the largest in the United States. They handled public relations for some of the highest echelon of the business world to the most popular celebrities. From Presidents of Fortune 500 companies to blockbuster action stars. Johnathan even had it on good authority that the company was trying to crack the British market. Some clients were big. And required whole teams of agents. Everything from media coaches to spin doctors. And for those difficult clients, special people that keep an eye on them. You know just to ensure that they aren't seen in any unflattering or compromising position. The phone buzzed louder and angrier this time. Jonathan himself usually worked with stars on one such team. But his bosses felt it was time for Johnathan to fly solo. Always liking a challenge, Johnathan in his arrogance asked for a difficult client. The phone literally began screaming in terror. 

Johnathan jumped back a bit. The phone continued to scream until he picked up it.

"Hello?" he said timidly. On the other line was nothing. No breathing. No talking. Not even silence. Or at least how we understood it. 

"I am not there you know," a gentle and calm voice said. Johnathan dropped the phone and his spine went rigid. In the chair across from his was a fair skinned gentleman. He was dressed in a rather dapper blue suit and tie combination. His blond hair was gelled back. He looked completely normal expect for the large black wings on his back. And the shadow that seemed to move on it own accord. He flashed his pearly whites at Jonathan in a disarming smile. Jonathan pulse quickened. 

"You must be...." Jonathan muttered out before taking a seat. 

"Your two o'clock appointment. Though I must say it is a quarter past the hour," the calm man said checking a golden pocket watch, "Let us get one thing straight. I abhor tardiness."

"Sorry, I was...I mean. What do I call you?"

"Lucifer or Lucius will do."

"While Mr. Lucius. I was reviewing your case. Normally before I meet with a client I like to go over his past media history. But...."

"I have an extensive history that anyone can get a hold of," he said watching Johnathan squirm in his chair. Lucifer snapped his fingers and a martini appeared before Johnathan. "You seem tense. Drink this. It is your favorite."

Johnathan made for the drink but pulled back at the last second. "I shouldn't be drinking on the job."

"How goes the AA meetings?"

"We are here to discuss you, Mr. Lucius."

"I was hoping to build a rapport. I don't mean to pry."

"Continuing on. I would offer you a specialized team. Full of agents dedicated to altering your image. However, that would do nothing to change your already established reputation. What suggest that we look toward building decent relationship with the public." Lucifier's shadow picked up the photo of Johnathan's family.

"Such a lovely family. I had a family like that.once," he said staring at the picture.

"Sir, I would really wish we would stay focus."

Welcome To My Little Slice Of Insanity

Okay. If you are reading. You are a horrible person. How dare you read the private thoughts of another human being. I mean what kind of a sicko does that? I will tell you what kind person; you.


Now that the obligatory insult is out of the way. Thank you. If you are reading, it makes me feel great. The knowledge that you sacrifice precious time in order to see me stumble through my life. Good on you.

Introductions are in order. I am Justin. Also Known in some circles as Tyr Alexander also known in some circles as The NinethChimera (yes it is spelled correctly) also known in some circles as The Social Inquisitor. I am huge gamer. Ps4 Ps3 PC Vita Xbox360 WiiU 3dsXL are my system. ProGamerGate! Anti-Sjws. I am a humanist and when the time comes I will be a transhumanist. I want to be a writer and I have it on good authority this helps with that dream. I love to analyze and question. Don't be afraid if I post something to challenge it, leave feedback, or call me on my bullshit. I am only human.

Now with that out of the way, I declare this blog officially open.