The Barrow Downs Newspaper - Page 36 - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Lalwendë · 11-29-2008, 03:56 PM

I can't wait for Volume 5 now!

Hookbill the Goomba · 11-30-2008, 05:31 PM

Here is the News. Coming to you every hour upon the hour. Here is the News. The Weather's fine but there may be a meteor shower. And so on...

The EPIC adventures of The Phantom and Alien continue...

Comic Archive

Also, I'm thinking of putting P&A up three times a week. I'm really excited about volume 3 and sort of want to get there soon. Are you happy with it as it is or do you want MORE?

Morthoron · 11-30-2008, 06:48 PM

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Sirs,

I must make my disdain and contempt as clear as possible, in words that are succinct and sentences devoid of superfluity. No beating around the bush, no long-winded rhetoric, no clarion calls of urbane loquacity. I will endeavor, without ambiguity, to speak my mind and lay bare the fundamental flaws I find apparent, and convey to the reading public at-large the depths of disgust I now feel. When I am finished, it will be crystal clear to any sentient soul the truth of the matter, and, impassioned by my cutting invective, they shall rise up and cry aloud in unison "No more!"

I hope you can discern the lengths to which I have attempted to show restraint in this matter. I am not merely interested in reiterating the usual editorial prattle; rather, I am only concerned with bringing to light a perceived problem, and attempt to change preconceived notions for the betterment of all concerned. It is my sincere wish that what I have humbly offered is a point at which fruitful discussion can progess, and we can at last all reach the sort of rapprochement that any enlightened society yearns for.

Kindly but firm regards,
Palaver Balder-Malarkey
TEAM Leader
Tenebrous, Equivocal & Abstruse Motivational Speakers, Inc.

Morai · 11-30-2008, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Also, I'm thinking of putting P&A up three times a week. I'm really excited about volume 3 and sort of want to get there soon. Are you happy with it as it is or do you want MORE?

Of course I want more P & A....you've made me quite curious.

Oddwen · 11-30-2008, 09:19 PM

Oh my gosh...that may be the best front-page picture since you captured Smaug wailin' on his axe...

It's also the second-best closing P&A panel ever. XD

narfforc · 12-01-2008, 03:15 AM

Now that I have been eaten, I find that I have assumed a different form. The good point to this is that no-one else will eat me (I think).........

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-01-2008, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Legate of Amon Lanc

Oh, but the last picture of this comic I really like. Alien looks cute again

You should see what he looks like in volume 3

Lindale · 12-01-2008, 07:59 AM

Why would Phantom wear a tie in the third volume? Alien looks really darling in the first panel, while eating cake. We wantsss to give Alien cakesesss, precious!

Groin Redbeard · 12-01-2008, 11:45 AM

The pictures in this addition really cracked me up, Hookbill!

I just love the way you did that Sauron Eye Pie, and Groin Breadbeard. I'm glad that he's shown up again.

As to your suggestion about Phantom & Alien three times a week, I say go for it, the public is getting barely enough as it is!

Morthoron · 12-01-2008, 12:04 PM

EDITORIAL REPLY

Dear Sirs,

Regarding my editorial reply of 11-30-08, it would seem I made a slight error in my letter to you, in that I mistakenly forgot to include the actual issue I was complaining about, as well as the solution to the problem. Such an egregious error of omission is obviously quite embarrassing, particularly since the grave issue I was considering, and the solution I wished to implement, was and is extremely crucial to our society; in fact, it is the crux of all the world's problems, and possibly life itself as we know it.

Rest assured, such an error will not occur again.

Sincerely,
Palaver Balder-Malarkey
TEAM Leader
Tenebrous, Equivocal & Abstruse Motivational Speakers, Inc.

Legate of Amon Lanc · 12-01-2008, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

You should see what he looks like in volume 3

Cuute, says I!

And as for more of P&A per week... if you wish, I'd be all for that!

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 12-01-2008, 10:52 PM

(Hook)Bill, I say, you have rabid fans now! Aren't you happy!?

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-03-2008, 02:43 AM

Well, if the people want insanity, who am I to deny it them?
The Phantom and Alien are moving to a warmer and more comfortable Monday, Wednesday and Friday slot. Hope you're all happy...

See you on Friday...

Lindale · 12-03-2008, 06:42 AM

Nice. Very nice. Alien really looks so cute.

Say, how did Alien manage to get a gun (at least, it seems like it)? And why is the smoke greenish?

Legate of Amon Lanc · 12-03-2008, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lindale

Say, how did Alien manage to get a gun

Oh my, I first read this "how did Alien manga get to run"

Now that's for some artist of the eastern province... but probably that was what I subconsciously thought, that you had in plan to start something like that

Groin Redbeard · 12-03-2008, 12:12 PM

Fantastic Hookbill! I love the evil look in Alien's eyes when he decide to break the spout.

Thinlómien · 12-03-2008, 12:45 PM

"Green idiot"?

Hahahaha.

Morai · 12-03-2008, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Say, how did Alien manage to get a gun (at least, it seems like it)?

.....The Mystery Box perhaps? It wasn't me, I promise, though I do love swimming....

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-03-2008, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lindale

Say, how did Alien manage to get a gun (at least, it seems like it)

You don't want to know.

The 'smoke' is supposed to be a little 'bang' from the shotgun. I FAIL at drawing.

The Might · 12-03-2008, 01:33 PM

Are the episodes connected together? Because if they are, then I don't get it...

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-03-2008, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Might

Are the episodes connected together? Because if they are, then I don't get it...

... I hope this is a joke...

It's supposed to be a GIANT story-ark. If you go on to THE WEBSITE and click on Volume 2, then you'll see where it began and hopefully be able to follow it more easily.

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-04-2008, 06:04 PM

Well, this was the first week of three phalians. Are you all happy with this arrangement? I can put it back if you feel it's too much...

MISSED AN EPISODE? CATCH IT AGAIN ON... Um... P&A PLAYER?

Just to let you know, Volume Three is looking four hundred times as EPIC as this one.

Groin Redbeard · 12-04-2008, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

Well, this was the first week of three phalians. Are you all happy with this arrangement? I can put it back if you feel it's too much...

The question is: do you feel its too much? After all it's you doing all the work to entertain us.

I love this episode, so typically Alien.

But how did he get out of the underground hideout? Is that a typical Alien gag, making the trouble for others and miraculously escaping so that others have to clean up the mess?

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-05-2008, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

The question is: do you feel its too much? After all it's you doing all the work to entertain us.

Well, it's no extra work for me, really. All 100 episodes are already made. Which is why I'm already starting on Volume 3. I'm just worried some who only check the page once a week will get left behind or something.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 12-05-2008, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alien

That still doesn't explain why you tied yourself to a pole.

That is the best closing panel ever! Alien is so clueless! He doesn't actually think that lal would tie herself to a pole, does he?

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-05-2008, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheGreatElvenWarrior

That is the best closing panel ever! Alien is so clueless! He doesn't actually think that lal would tie herself to a pole, does he?

It's difficult to know what, if anything, is going through Alien's mind.

Legate of Amon Lanc · 12-05-2008, 03:59 PM

*points up to TGEW's post* Quoting Alien... now that's... wow.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 12-05-2008, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

It's difficult to know what, if anything, is going through Alien's mind.

Well, for us fans anyway...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Legate of Amon Lanc

*points up to TGEW's post* Quoting Alien... now that's... wow.

Well, thank you! But is it really suprising that I would quote Alien?

Legate of Amon Lanc · 12-05-2008, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheGreatElvenWarrior

Well, for us fans anyway...
Well, thank you! But is it really suprising that I would quote Alien?

Of course not as much

And I quite support that.

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-07-2008, 06:03 PM

Get Grandma' off the roof, call in your dogs, beat out a tune on your favorite radiator and eat a pile of baked beans; it's NEWS TIME!

The Phantom and The Hoody-Cloaky Group escape from Alien's flood. But one of them is missing...

Comic Archive

Tune in on Wednesday for the next episode! Keep up by looking through the comic archive. Actually, as the series progresses, the archive will be very useful in noticing all the odd back references and plot points.

Morai · 12-07-2008, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Gun turns out to be a bucket

Buckets can be quite deadly you know...with people kicking them all the time.

Oddwen · 12-07-2008, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Morai

Buckets can be quite deadly you know...with people kicking them all the time.

Yes...very deadly. And easily mixed up. Very easily.

Laurinquë · 12-08-2008, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Laurinquë sometimes mangles old people for fun.

It seems I'm following in Alien's footsteps (or slime trail). Wouldn't he be proud!

That's great Hookbill!

Lindale · 12-08-2008, 12:06 AM

A 'scary' man is spotted and the public is 'disgusted'. How nice.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 12-08-2008, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laurinquë

It seems I'm following in Alien's footsteps (or slime trail). Wouldn't he be proud!

That's great Hookbill!

Aren't you glad you're in the Downer, Laurinque? And following in Alien's 'slime trail' too!

Hookbill the Goomba · 12-09-2008, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lindale

A 'scary' man is spotted and the public is 'disgusted'. How nice.

How would you feel if you knew the government was letting scary people wander around the streets?

Lindale · 12-09-2008, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

How would you feel if you knew the government was letting scary people wander around the streets?

Erm, I'd be frightened.

Bêthberry · 12-09-2008, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

Dear Editor,

It has finally been forcefully brought to my attention by four and twenty blackbirds singing in my ear that a certain issue of the Downer has scandalously and scurrilously misused berries in a Sauron pie.

Sauron obviously would have a steak and kidney pie, being so full of blood thirsty aggression.

What culinary error will we see next? Mount Doom full of exploding cheese?

As for that mutant piano that is stalking TP, I think rather than attacking the victim with claims of mental illness--a common device of journalism of whatever colour--davem or lal of the Yard needs to interview Estelyn Telcontar. I've heard that she can make those keys fly.

Bethberry Bombadil,
author of La Politesse des Berries, Take a Gander at Gooseberries, and four and twenty other books on anti-oxidant living

The Might · 12-09-2008, 12:02 PM

I had forgotten to take a look at all the other episodes in volume 2 (silly me) so I didn't really get it, thought it was a bit strange.

So now I looked at all of them in order and am looking forward to the next episode.

Btw, the way Phantom receives mission reminds me of the GTA series.

Lalwendë · 12-09-2008, 05:27 PM

I'm a bit worried by the exhortation to eat piles of baked beans. If we all do that then the results don't bear thinking about

11-29-2008, 03:56 PM	#1401
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	I can't wait for Volume 5 now! __________________ Gordon's alive!

11-30-2008, 05:31 PM	#1402
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Not that it makes a lot of difference... Here is the News. Coming to you every hour upon the hour. Here is the News. The Weather's fine but there may be a meteor shower. And so on... The EPIC adventures of The Phantom and Alien continue... Comic Archive Also, I'm thinking of putting P&A up three times a week. I'm really excited about volume 3 and sort of want to get there soon. Are you happy with it as it is or do you want MORE? __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

11-30-2008, 06:48 PM	#1403
Morthoron Curmudgeonly Wordwraith Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ensconced in curmudgeonly pursuits Posts: 2,515	LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Sirs, I must make my disdain and contempt as clear as possible, in words that are succinct and sentences devoid of superfluity. No beating around the bush, no long-winded rhetoric, no clarion calls of urbane loquacity. I will endeavor, without ambiguity, to speak my mind and lay bare the fundamental flaws I find apparent, and convey to the reading public at-large the depths of disgust I now feel. When I am finished, it will be crystal clear to any sentient soul the truth of the matter, and, impassioned by my cutting invective, they shall rise up and cry aloud in unison "No more!" I hope you can discern the lengths to which I have attempted to show restraint in this matter. I am not merely interested in reiterating the usual editorial prattle; rather, I am only concerned with bringing to light a perceived problem, and attempt to change preconceived notions for the betterment of all concerned. It is my sincere wish that what I have humbly offered is a point at which fruitful discussion can progess, and we can at last all reach the sort of rapprochement that any enlightened society yearns for. Kindly but firm regards, Palaver Balder-Malarkey TEAM Leader Tenebrous, Equivocal & Abstruse Motivational Speakers, Inc. __________________ And your little sister's immaculate virginity wings away on the bony shoulders of a young horse named George who stole surreptitiously into her geography revision. Last edited by Morthoron; 12-01-2008 at 12:05 PM.

11-30-2008, 09:19 PM	#1405
Oddwen Drummer in the Deep Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Next Sunday A.D. Posts: 2,145	Oh my gosh...that may be the best front-page picture since you captured Smaug wailin' on his axe... It's also the second-best closing P&A panel ever. XD __________________ But all the while I sit and think of times there were before I listen for returning feet and voices at the door

12-01-2008, 03:15 AM	#1406
narfforc Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Muddy-earth Posts: 1,297	By-products of God-like Chocolate. Now that I have been eaten, I find that I have assumed a different form. The good point to this is that no-one else will eat me (I think)......... __________________ [B]THE LORD OF THE GRINS:THE ONE PARODY....A PARODY BETTER THAN THE RINGS OF POWER.

12-01-2008, 07:59 AM	#1408
Lindale Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: midway upon... in a forest dark Posts: 975	Why would Phantom wear a tie in the third volume? Alien looks really darling in the first panel, while eating cake. We wantsss to give Alien cakesesss, precious! __________________ The heart does things for reasons Reason itself cannot comprehend. - Blaise Pascal Legal Madness.

12-01-2008, 11:45 AM	#1409
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	The pictures in this addition really cracked me up, Hookbill! I just love the way you did that Sauron Eye Pie, and Groin Breadbeard. I'm glad that he's shown up again. As to your suggestion about Phantom & Alien three times a week, I say go for it, the public is getting barely enough as it is! __________________ I heard the bells on Christmas Day. Their old, familiar carols play. And wild and sweet the words repeatof peace on earth, good-will to men! ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

12-01-2008, 12:04 PM	#1410
Morthoron Curmudgeonly Wordwraith Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ensconced in curmudgeonly pursuits Posts: 2,515	EDITORIAL REPLY Dear Sirs, Regarding my editorial reply of 11-30-08, it would seem I made a slight error in my letter to you, in that I mistakenly forgot to include the actual issue I was complaining about, as well as the solution to the problem. Such an egregious error of omission is obviously quite embarrassing, particularly since the grave issue I was considering, and the solution I wished to implement, was and is extremely crucial to our society; in fact, it is the crux of all the world's problems, and possibly life itself as we know it. Rest assured, such an error will not occur again. Sincerely, Palaver Balder-Malarkey TEAM Leader Tenebrous, Equivocal & Abstruse Motivational Speakers, Inc. __________________ And your little sister's immaculate virginity wings away on the bony shoulders of a young horse named George who stole surreptitiously into her geography revision.

12-01-2008, 10:52 PM	#1412
TheGreatElvenWarrior Mighty Quill Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Walking off to look for America Posts: 2,230	Moar P And A!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Hook)Bill, I say, you have rabid fans now! Aren't you happy!? __________________ The Party Doesn't Start Until You're Dead.

12-03-2008, 02:43 AM	#1413
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Well, if the people want insanity, who am I to deny it them? The Phantom and Alien are moving to a warmer and more comfortable Monday, Wednesday and Friday slot. Hope you're all happy... See you on Friday... __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

12-03-2008, 06:42 AM	#1414
Lindale Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: midway upon... in a forest dark Posts: 975	Nice. Very nice. Alien really looks so cute. Say, how did Alien manage to get a gun (at least, it seems like it)? And why is the smoke greenish? __________________ The heart does things for reasons Reason itself cannot comprehend. - Blaise Pascal Legal Madness.

12-03-2008, 12:12 PM	#1416
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	Fantastic Hookbill! I love the evil look in Alien's eyes when he decide to break the spout. __________________ I heard the bells on Christmas Day. Their old, familiar carols play. And wild and sweet the words repeatof peace on earth, good-will to men! ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

12-03-2008, 12:45 PM	#1417
Thinlómien Shady She-Penguin Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: In a far land beyond the Sea Posts: 8,093	"Green idiot"? Hahahaha. __________________ Like the stars chase the sun, over the glowing hill I will conquer Blood is running deep, some things never sleep Double Fenris

12-03-2008, 01:33 PM	#1420
The Might Guard of the Citadel Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Oxon Posts: 2,205	Are the episodes connected together? Because if they are, then I don't get it... __________________ “The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike.” Delos B. McKown

12-04-2008, 06:04 PM	#1422
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Friday means Phantom and Alien time!! Well, this was the first week of three phalians. Are you all happy with this arrangement? I can put it back if you feel it's too much... MISSED AN EPISODE? CATCH IT AGAIN ON... Um... P&A PLAYER? Just to let you know, Volume Three is looking four hundred times as EPIC as this one. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

12-05-2008, 03:59 PM	#1427
Legate of Amon Lanc A Voice That Gainsayeth Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: In that far land beyond the Sea Posts: 7,431	points up to TGEW's post Quoting Alien... now that's... wow. __________________ "Should the story say 'he ate bread,' the dramatic producer can only show 'a piece of bread' according to his taste or fancy, but the hearer of the story will think of bread in general and picture it in some form of his own." -On Fairy-Stories

12-07-2008, 06:03 PM	#1430
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Get Grandma' off the roof, call in your dogs, beat out a tune on your favorite radiator and eat a pile of baked beans; it's NEWS TIME! The Phantom and The Hoody-Cloaky Group escape from Alien's flood. But one of them is missing... Comic Archive Tune in on Wednesday for the next episode! Keep up by looking through the comic archive. Actually, as the series progresses, the archive will be very useful in noticing all the odd back references and plot points. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

12-08-2008, 12:06 AM	#1434
Lindale Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: midway upon... in a forest dark Posts: 975	A 'scary' man is spotted and the public is 'disgusted'. How nice. __________________ The heart does things for reasons Reason itself cannot comprehend. - Blaise Pascal Legal Madness.

12-09-2008, 12:02 PM	#1439
The Might Guard of the Citadel Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Oxon Posts: 2,205	I had forgotten to take a look at all the other episodes in volume 2 (silly me) so I didn't really get it, thought it was a bit strange. So now I looked at all of them in order and am looking forward to the next episode. Btw, the way Phantom receives mission reminds me of the GTA series. __________________ “The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike.” Delos B. McKown

12-09-2008, 05:27 PM	#1440
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	I'm a bit worried by the exhortation to eat piles of baked beans. If we all do that then the results don't bear thinking about __________________ Gordon's alive!