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Ibrîniðilpathânezel · 12-24-2008, 07:08 PM

I can hardly pronounce it myself. And then not reliably.

Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good wight -- er, night!

Morthoron · 12-24-2008, 11:56 PM

Editorial Reply

Dear Editorial Staff:

I must highly protest your use of an alleged 'poem' by that arrogant Dark Elf fellow in your Christmas edition of the 'Downer. Such impertinence is uncalled for, and sullies the Holiday tradition! This is a time of year for rampant spending and teaching children the essential tools of business: greed, dishonesty and ingratitude. There should be no levity or parody surrounding such a blessed event as the largest quarterly household expenditure on retail merchandise for the fiscal year.

As far as the parody itself, I prefer the original "Night Before Christmas" as it sets the proper marketing tone with dreams of toys swimming about in addled TV-addicted children's heads. It is a veritable toy commercial read by parents to their children at bedtime, and it doesn't cost advertisers a red cent! And what established poet rhymes particular with vehicular? It is preposterous nonsense!

Sincerely,
Morthoron the Moriquendi
The Barrow Downs, NW Arnor

Hookbill the Goomba · 01-18-2009, 06:01 PM

Keep your socks on the radiator and eat a whole muffin, this week there's some interesting stuff. Probably.

Our epic adventure continues with The Phantom getting in to some trouble. Poor Phantom.

Comic Archive

Mr Gross the Boss first appeared in episode 001 of Volume 2! He came back briefly in this episode. But what is going to happen to Phantom? Who knows?

Hookbill the Goomba · 01-23-2009, 10:46 AM

Sorry, Wednesday was a bit hectic for me. If the same happens next week I may have to revert to the two-comics-a-week deal again. Sorry.

If you've been paying attention, you will have noticed Fish-Man references strung out through this little tale. First seen here, then here and here. Also, the mysterious Mr Namshif's name is a rubbish anagram of 'Fish Man'. Yep. It's all coming together.

If you've forgotten Rune's previous appearances, I shall direct you here and here.
Clearly he's a funny, funny guy. And being digested by Alien didn't mess up your social life, clearly.

Rune Son of Bjarne · 01-24-2009, 06:54 AM

I feel like beating up Alien for that comment about my tie!

I am actually quite suprised that people remember my appearence in Phantom and Alien better than I do. . .

"Man Claims He Can See Into The Distance" - priceless

Hookbill the Goomba · 01-25-2009, 06:02 PM

Alright you lot! Hands on heads! Eat some breads! See some... meds?
Anyway. Here's the news.

The Phantom has some trouble in prison. But he soon deals with it.

Comic Archive

Well, it’s definitely SOMEONE’S wallet.

I hope you're all enjoying the Phantom and Alien volume 2! There are only 44 episodes left! Gosh! I'm already getting into Volume 3 and have plans going as far as volume 6.

Lets just say there are some incredibly seemingly insignificant things that become very, VERY important. So, make sure you keep your eyes open in the upcoming and episodes, and do go back through the previous ones to see if you can come up with any theories...

Morai · 01-25-2009, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Go to Mordor, Gross.

Best Phalien line ever. Well, at least, it's one of my favorites. Also, I've decided I like the way you did the text, it's a lot easier to read now.

Hookbill the Goomba · 01-25-2009, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Morai

Also, I've decided I like the way you did the text, it's a lot easier to read now.

Yes, I'd been struggling with a workable format for some time. I always wanted to keep the colour coding as a sort of quirk for the comic. So far, I've kept this format into Volume 3.

12-24-2008, 07:08 PM	#1
Ibrîniðilpathânezel Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Back on the Helcaraxe Posts: 733	I can hardly pronounce it myself. And then not reliably. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good wight -- er, night! __________________ Call me Ibrin (or Ibri) :) Originality is the one thing that unoriginal minds cannot feel the use of. — John Stewart Mill

12-24-2008, 11:56 PM	#2
Morthoron Curmudgeonly Wordwraith Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ensconced in curmudgeonly pursuits Posts: 2,515	Editorial Reply Dear Editorial Staff: I must highly protest your use of an alleged 'poem' by that arrogant Dark Elf fellow in your Christmas edition of the 'Downer. Such impertinence is uncalled for, and sullies the Holiday tradition! This is a time of year for rampant spending and teaching children the essential tools of business: greed, dishonesty and ingratitude. There should be no levity or parody surrounding such a blessed event as the largest quarterly household expenditure on retail merchandise for the fiscal year. As far as the parody itself, I prefer the original "Night Before Christmas" as it sets the proper marketing tone with dreams of toys swimming about in addled TV-addicted children's heads. It is a veritable toy commercial read by parents to their children at bedtime, and it doesn't cost advertisers a red cent! And what established poet rhymes particular with vehicular? It is preposterous nonsense! Sincerely, Morthoron the Moriquendi The Barrow Downs, NW Arnor __________________ 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.

01-18-2009, 06:01 PM	#3
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	It's New. It's Plural. It's The NEWS! Keep your socks on the radiator and eat a whole muffin, this week there's some interesting stuff. Probably. Our epic adventure continues with The Phantom getting in to some trouble. Poor Phantom. Comic Archive Mr Gross the Boss first appeared in episode 001 of Volume 2! He came back briefly in this episode. But what is going to happen to Phantom? Who knows? __________________ 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...

01-23-2009, 10:46 AM	#4
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Sorry, Wednesday was a bit hectic for me. If the same happens next week I may have to revert to the two-comics-a-week deal again. Sorry. If you've been paying attention, you will have noticed Fish-Man references strung out through this little tale. First seen here, then here and here. Also, the mysterious Mr Namshif's name is a rubbish anagram of 'Fish Man'. Yep. It's all coming together. If you've forgotten Rune's previous appearances, I shall direct you here and here. Clearly he's a funny, funny guy. And being digested by Alien didn't mess up your social life, clearly. __________________ 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... Last edited by Hookbill the Goomba; 01-25-2009 at 05:49 PM.

01-25-2009, 06:02 PM	#6
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	133 Alright you lot! Hands on heads! Eat some breads! See some... meds? Anyway. Here's the news. The Phantom has some trouble in prison. But he soon deals with it. Comic Archive Well, it’s definitely SOMEONE’S wallet. I hope you're all enjoying the Phantom and Alien volume 2! There are only 44 episodes left! Gosh! I'm already getting into Volume 3 and have plans going as far as volume 6. Lets just say there are some incredibly seemingly insignificant things that become very, VERY important. So, make sure you keep your eyes open in the upcoming and episodes, and do go back through the previous ones to see if you can come up with any theories... __________________ 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... Last edited by Hookbill the Goomba; 01-25-2009 at 06:06 PM.