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Alaundo
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
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 Posted - 09 Sep 2007 : 01:53:09
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Originally posted by The Sage
Maybe, and I'm emphasising the maybe here, if I really dedicate myself to properly organising my time and responsibilities over the coming year, I may be able to surprise you all and make the trip. But at this present point in time, it looks highly unlikely.
If Sage is coming count me in!
Sage there will be a cold ale (or 2) waiting for you!
I intended for this year to be my first Con, but with the baby on the way and the pregnancy being on the dificult side I just couldn't spare the time.
Looks like next year should be perfect for me. Even though I live just north of Indy, I am thinking about getting a room to maximize my time!
P.S, Forgive my ignorance on the subject, but can anyone explain What the Living Realms Campaign is?
Thanks!!
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A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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The Hooded One
Lady Herald of Realmslore
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Posted - 09 Sep 2007 : 02:06:26
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Ed typically doesn't know his con schedule until the very last minute (sometimes publishers phone him while he's at the con, saying they are flying in and can he meet them at such-and-such a place and so-and-so a time), but would LOVE to meet with Candlekeep scribes.
Two years back, he and Jeff Thetford got themselves to the decided-upon Candlekeep meeting place but found no one else, so they had a "meeting of two" whereat they happily discussed Realms fiction plans.
Ed tends to like a somewhat quiet place where folks can sit down (and hopefully drink refreshing beverages, alcohol optional), when he meets, because talking's thirsty work.
* I * like places where clothing's optional, but I'm sure Indiana has laws that will get ikn the way of such schemes. 
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 09 Sep 2007 : 02:11:55
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Originally posted by The Hooded One
Ed typically doesn't know his con schedule until the very last minute (sometimes publishers phone him while he's at the con, saying they are flying in and can he meet them at such-and-such a place and so-and-so a time), but would LOVE to meet with Candlekeep scribes.
Two years back, he and Jeff Thetford got themselves to the decided-upon Candlekeep meeting place but found no one else, so they had a "meeting of two" whereat they happily discussed Realms fiction plans.
Ed tends to like a somewhat quiet place where folks can sit down (and hopefully drink refreshing beverages, alcohol optional), when he meets, because talking's thirsty work.
* I * like places where clothing's optional, but I'm sure Indiana has laws that will get ikn the way of such schemes.
love to all,
THO
THO,
I am sure we can figure something out here in Indiana for you. Afterall, It's only illegal if you get caught!
And I am sure I speak for all the scribes when I say that anywhere Ed is comfortable, will work for us!
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A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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George Krashos
Master of Realmslore
Australia
6680 Posts |
Posted - 09 Sep 2007 : 11:55:20
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Originally posted by Alaundo
Well met
Well once the photos have been located, i'll be happy to place them up on the site proper and provide a link here on the forums, if someone could email them over to me 
I'll looking forward to seeing a band of our fellow scribes together.
The very competent Garen Thal handled the camera and not only took a photo of the C-Keep delegation but also a photo of every slide at the seminar. I'll send them through to you Alaundo in the next day or so.
-- George Krashos
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Purple Dragon Knight
Master of Realmslore
Canada
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Posted - 09 Sep 2007 : 23:41:46
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Originally posted by The Hooded One
* I * like places where clothing's optional, but I'm sure Indiana has laws that will get ikn the way of such schemes.
love to all,
THO
Forgive me for asking, but is exotic dancing banned in Indiana? If not, and if the said feasthall is not too far from the Con... |
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Alaundo
Head Moderator
United Kingdom
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Posted - 10 Sep 2007 : 09:27:32
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Originally posted by George Krashos
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Originally posted by Alaundo
Well met
Well once the photos have been located, i'll be happy to place them up on the site proper and provide a link here on the forums, if someone could email them over to me
I'll looking forward to seeing a band of our fellow scribes together.
The very competent Garen Thal handled the camera and not only took a photo of the C-Keep delegation but also a photo of every slide at the seminar. I'll send them through to you Alaundo in the next day or so.
-- George Krashos
Well met
Thanks, George. Much appreciated. Drop me a PM once emailed, just incase  |
Alaundo
Candlekeep Forums Head Moderator
Candlekeep - The Library of Forgotten Realms Lore
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 10 Sep 2007 : 16:55:49
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THO....I will leave the issue of Clothing Optional untouched.... ;)
But One thing I can offer to you and Ed is all you can handle of my world famous Brown Honey Ale, Beef and Potato stew!! It is worth the trek from Canada alone! |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Purple Dragon Knight
Master of Realmslore
Canada
1796 Posts |
Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 05:07:52
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Dear Scribes,
Real-life has interceded by sending my wife and I our firstborn, due at the end of March this year!
Therefore, our family schedule will be such that GENCON will probably not happen for me, yet AGAIN. I will keep you posted, but alas, I believe this won't happen.
Best regards to all the Scribes going. May you meet Ed and have fun! |
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
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Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 05:19:02
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KnightErrantJR
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 05:23:00
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Originally posted by Purple Dragon Knight
Dear Scribes,
Real-life has interceded by sending my wife and I our firstborn, due at the end of March this year!
Therefore, our family schedule will be such that GENCON will probably not happen for me, yet AGAIN. I will keep you posted, but alas, I believe this won't happen.
Best regards to all the Scribes going. May you meet Ed and have fun!
Its an excellent reason to miss your fellows, however. Best of wishes to you and you lady. |
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KnightErrantJR
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 05:24:45
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Originally posted by Wooly Rupert
I want to go, but since I've got to keep most of my time off for the wedding and honeymoon, then just about all other time off is not happening.
Heh, and again, another good reason to miss out. And again, my best regards to you both.
As far as me going . . . I have taken the time off, but I'm not sure how the funds are looking quite yet for the trip. Every year something seems to come up, so we'll see. I hate to say anything definite before I know for sure. |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
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Kuje
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 06:54:33
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Originally posted by The Sage
I've recently been "prompted" into putting some serious consideration into attending GenCon this year.
More as it develops.
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For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth. What a miracle it is that out of these small, flat, rigid squares of paper unfolds world after world, worlds that sing to you, comfort and quiet and excite you... Books are full of the things that you don't get in real life - wonderful, lyrical language, for instance, right off the bat. - Anne Lamott, Bird by Bird
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Kuje
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 06:55:43
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For a serious post, prereg starts on Feb 3rd! And hotel reg is a day after.
And I've been told that I'm going this year, so I guess I don't have much say in the matter. |
For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth. What a miracle it is that out of these small, flat, rigid squares of paper unfolds world after world, worlds that sing to you, comfort and quiet and excite you... Books are full of the things that you don't get in real life - wonderful, lyrical language, for instance, right off the bat. - Anne Lamott, Bird by Bird
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Ergdusch
Master of Realmslore
Germany
1720 Posts |
Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 09:55:38
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Originally posted by Alaundo
Well met
Well once the photos have been located, i'll be happy to place them up on the site proper and provide a link here on the forums, if someone could email them over to me
I'll looking forward to seeing a band of our fellow scribes together.
On a site note. have those pics actually ever been located? |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 13:38:44
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Originally posted by The Sage
I've recently been "prompted" into putting some serious consideration into attending GenCon this year.
More as it develops.
This is intersting news.....Most welcome indeed.
If it comes to fruition, I will chill a pint(or several) for you! |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Steven Schend
Forgotten Realms Designer & Author
USA
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Posted - 21 Jan 2008 : 16:38:40
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I believe I'll be attending this year for the 3rd year in a row, after missing many years. I still miss Milwaukee, but the new location's growing on me. At least it's slightly easier to find some venues instead of the old tangle between the convention center and MECCA.....
Steven
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EytanBernstein
Forgotten Realms Designer
USA
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Posted - 22 Jan 2008 : 17:55:02
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Wandering_mage
Senior Scribe
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Posted - 22 Jan 2008 : 21:20:19
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
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Posted - 23 Jan 2008 : 22:59:07
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I expect that I shall be there as well. You know, it being awesome, and all that.
Cheers
P.S. SAGE. THE POWER OF CON COMPELLS YOU!!!
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Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 23 Jan 2008 : 23:08:32
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
I expect that I shall be there as well. You know, it being awesome, and all that.
Cheers
P.S. SAGE. THE POWER OF CON COMPELLS YOU!!!
I will have to chill a pint for you along with Sage's Pint Erik! |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
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Posted - 24 Jan 2008 : 02:38:35
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
P.S. SAGE. THE POWER OF CON COMPELLS YOU!!!
Actually, the POWER of the Lady K is pretty much the only thing that can COMPEL me to attempt something like this.
I still haven't decided whether that is a good thing or not. 
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The Hooded One
Lady Herald of Realmslore
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Posted - 24 Jan 2008 : 03:33:40
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So you're bringing the Lady K? Or she is bringing you?
Either way, Sage: do it. Go to Gencon Indy at least once in your life.
I know Gencon is coming to Oz, but I have NO idea how they're going to cram any decent con into the venue they're planning to use (having recently been involved in a little security matter thereabouts, in my "day job"). You MUST see the original. It's huge, overwhelming, and I doubt I can be there this year.
However, talk to George Krashos about his first time experiences, talk to me and Jeff Thetford and Garen Thal and Steven Schend and many another scribe here about good hotels and restaurants and things you SHOULD NOT MISS (e.g. the art show, the exhibit hall overkill, even the Killer Breakfast if you're a Dragonlance fan), and I'm sure Ed will stand you lunch or dinner or drinks if he can spare any time at the con at all to hook up with you (his con schedule is truly exhausting!). UPS or one of the other courier companies actually has a shipping booth just outside the exhibit hall, so you can send loot home you don't want to try to stickhandle through Australian or US customs. :}
Do it. One way or another.
A hotel can cost two grand for the whole con if you grab one of the big ones attached to the con center, or a lot less if you taxi or drive a rental car in from the burbs (parking garage right across from the RCA Dome, North side) every day. Food can be very expensive, or you can eat at Subway and save bucks. And so on.
But go. Treat yourself to gamer overload. You won't regret it!
love,
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Kuje
Great Reader
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Posted - 24 Jan 2008 : 04:56:07
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Originally posted by The Hooded One
(e.g. the art show, the exhibit hall overkill, even the Killer Breakfast if you're a Dragonlance fan),
A lot of this is what I said to him over chat when I tried to talk him into going a week or so ago, which is why him and I were joking about it over on page 2. :) |
For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth. What a miracle it is that out of these small, flat, rigid squares of paper unfolds world after world, worlds that sing to you, comfort and quiet and excite you... Books are full of the things that you don't get in real life - wonderful, lyrical language, for instance, right off the bat. - Anne Lamott, Bird by Bird
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Alaundo
Head Moderator
United Kingdom
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Posted - 24 Jan 2008 : 10:26:17
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Originally posted by Ergdusch
quote:
Originally posted by Alaundo
Well met
Well once the photos have been located, i'll be happy to place them up on the site proper and provide a link here on the forums, if someone could email them over to me
I'll looking forward to seeing a band of our fellow scribes together.
On a site note. have those pics actually ever been located?
Well met
Oops, looks like I missed this post 
Alas not, Ergdusch. I received a few some time ago which were a little blurred and of the outer centre, but nothing with any scribes etc. |
Alaundo
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Candlekeep - The Library of Forgotten Realms Lore
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 24 Jan 2008 : 14:19:41
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Indy is a great town. If the scribes that have mentioned going make it, there will be no excuses for me not to go to my first Gencon.
We live 25-30 minutes north of Indy and like to spend a day down there every month when we are able.
Great food. Some is even cheap if ya know where to go and don't mind walking a few blocks.
I know I am biased, but no city in the world is more appreciative of visitors and treats them better than Indy!
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A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
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Posted - 24 Jan 2008 : 15:50:16
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Originally posted by The Red Walker
Indy is a great town. If the scribes that have mentioned going make it, there will be no excuses for me not to go to my first Gencon.
We live 25-30 minutes north of Indy and like to spend a day down there every month when we are able.
Wait wait--you live within 30 minutes of Indianapolis and this would be your FIRST GenCon? 
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Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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Rinonalyrna Fathomlin
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 24 Jan 2008 : 15:54:12
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
quote:
Originally posted by The Red Walker
Indy is a great town. If the scribes that have mentioned going make it, there will be no excuses for me not to go to my first Gencon.
We live 25-30 minutes north of Indy and like to spend a day down there every month when we are able.
Wait wait--you live within 30 minutes of Indianapolis and this would be your FIRST GenCon?
Cheers
Well, there's a first time for everything. |
"Instead of asking why we sleep, it might make sense to ask why we wake. Perchance we live to dream. From that perspective, the sea of troubles we navigate in the workaday world might be the price we pay for admission to another night in the world of dreams."
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 24 Jan 2008 : 20:18:19
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
quote:
Originally posted by The Red Walker
Indy is a great town. If the scribes that have mentioned going make it, there will be no excuses for me not to go to my first Gencon.
We live 25-30 minutes north of Indy and like to spend a day down there every month when we are able.
Wait wait--you live within 30 minutes of Indianapolis and this would be your FIRST GenCon?
Cheers
Hey what can I say? I'm a busy guy! |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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