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Hookbill the Goomba · 03-17-2009, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Lalwendë

How did you find out about that? I thought it was a big secret???

I have sources deep in the heart of government. Also, I used Alien's Time-travel hat.

I've been thinking about something. You Phantom and Alien fans may be interested. As My brother and I have been making volume three (he's doing the pictures because I physically can't do the stuff I'd need to in order to tell the story well), I've decided to do a prologue. It will start with my artwork and slowly fade into the new style.

Now, for this prologue we'll have Death getting drunk in Burnt Burt's Bar. He will be talking to someone. Who should it be? I think some sort of contest is in order, don't you?

Oddwen · 03-17-2009, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

Now, for this prologue we'll have Death getting drunk in Burnt Burt's Bar. He will be talking to someone. Who should it be? I think some sort of contest is in order, don't you?

You're going to come to our house and murder one of us, aren't you?

wilwarin538 · 03-17-2009, 12:20 PM

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Now, for this prologue we'll have Death getting drunk in Burnt Burt's Bar. He will be talking to someone. Who should it be? I think some sort of contest is in order, don't you?

Oh, that sounds lovely. I'd most definitely be willing to fight to have a beautiful blue butterfly-girl included in P&A.

Hookbill the Goomba · 03-18-2009, 08:26 AM

Here's the latest Phantom and Alien. It's one of my favourites.

Look! The rest of the STORY!

Well, I hope you're enjoying it.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 03-18-2009, 01:56 PM

I loved it when Phantom shoved that newspaper into the news-blokes mouth.

Hookbill the Goomba · 03-20-2009, 03:29 AM

Friday's Phantom and Alien here for your inspection! Just 21 episodes to go!

Read the rest of the story and it might make a bit more sense...

In just a few episodes we'll start to see a bit more of The Fish Man's plans. Let me tell you, they're very, very silly. And be sure to pay close attention because from now on there are going to be little hints about things that will pop up in volumes 3 and 4.

Legate of Amon Lanc · 03-20-2009, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Hookbill the Goomba

In just a few episodes we'll start to see a bit more of The Fish Man's plans. Let me tell you, they're very, very silly. And be sure to pay close attention because from now on there are going to be little hints about things that will pop up in volumes 3 and 4.

Great!

And I like the story. Just hoping to see Alien doing something cute again soon

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-05-2009, 05:04 PM

Double post fun.
You see, this is why I'm thinking of taking a break. Sometimes it feels like no one is reading this.

Anyway...

Here's one of my favorite episodes from this volume. Hope you like it!

Keep up with The Comic Archive

More revelations will come through the weeks, folks.

Oddwen · 04-05-2009, 07:10 PM

Well, if they're not reading it, they're missing out.

I really like the way you deal with your storytelling in P&A, and the little experiments you do with perspective.

And I'll sign up for the comic break.

Morthoron · 04-05-2009, 08:09 PM

Dear Editor:

I have heard that you recently opined the lack of interest in the Barrow Downs Newspaper, and a pronounced apathy on the part of your once avid readership. Well, I can tell you from a personal point of view that from the moment I picked up your newspaper until I laid it down I was convulsed in laughter. Some day I actually intend to read it. But seriously, from everything I've been told the 'Downer is not a publication to be tossed aside lightly; on the contrary, it should be thrown with great force.

Sincerely and with the deepest admiration,
Rt. Rev. Churl Malapert
Taunter, Church of St. Sardonicus the Saucy
Trenchant-on-Wry, Flippantshire

narfforc · 04-06-2009, 03:21 AM

I read The Downer twice as much as anyone on this forum, but not as much as Schizophrenia Weekly. The Downer is a great newspaper, but not as good as The Sun for lighting fires, in fact I have lost a number of computers attempting to burn down my house for insurance purposes. We are both avid readers of your blurb, and so am I.

Legate of Amon Lanc · 04-06-2009, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Oddwen

I really like the way you deal with your storytelling in P&A, and the little experiments you do with perspective.

Eexactly. And this P&A was just fantastic, and now I am really getting curious on how things are going to turn out. My mind is also starting to spin weird theories

Hookbill the Goomba · 04-06-2009, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Legate of Amon Lanc

My mind is also starting to spin weird theories

Do feel free to share them.

P&A Artists of the future... or something...;

Oddwen
TheGreatElvenWarrior

Anyone else?

Kent2010 · 04-06-2009, 08:14 AM

I am in no way an artist (I can't even draw a straight line with a ruler), but the 'Downer was one of the first things that attracted me to this forum. (Even if I showed displeasure in being mentioned in it

)

P.S. People say I can draw a really good cow, I take pride in my cows, that's the extent of my abilities however...so if you ever need somebody to draw you a cow, just ask.

Oddwen · 04-06-2009, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Kent2010

P.S. People say I can draw a really good cow, I take pride in my cows, that's the extent of my abilities however...so if you ever need somebody to draw you a cow, just ask.

Well then...can you draw an adventure...wherin Phantom and Alien are stuck in a cow suit together? ;P

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 04-06-2009, 02:41 PM

I can draw something Phantom and Alien related... probably. I've already had an idea in my head for months.

By the way, Hookbill I read the Downer and the Phantom and Alien every week, so does my brother. So don't feel like no one reads it. There is actually quite a fan base.

EDIT: I want to see Tardises on the 'Downs, this is sad news.

03-18-2009, 08:26 AM	#4
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Here's the latest Phantom and Alien. It's one of my favourites. Look! The rest of the STORY! Well, I hope you're enjoying it. __________________ 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...

03-18-2009, 01:56 PM	#5
TheGreatElvenWarrior Mighty Quill Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Walking off to look for America Posts: 2,230	I loved it when Phantom shoved that newspaper into the news-blokes mouth. __________________ The Party Doesn't Start Until You're Dead.

03-20-2009, 03:29 AM	#6
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Friday's Phantom and Alien here for your inspection! Just 21 episodes to go! Read the rest of the story and it might make a bit more sense... In just a few episodes we'll start to see a bit more of The Fish Man's plans. Let me tell you, they're very, very silly. And be sure to pay close attention because from now on there are going to be little hints about things that will pop up in volumes 3 and 4. __________________ 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...

04-05-2009, 05:04 PM	#8
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Double post fun. You see, this is why I'm thinking of taking a break. Sometimes it feels like no one is reading this. Anyway... Here's one of my favorite episodes from this volume. Hope you like it! Keep up with The Comic Archive More revelations will come through the weeks, folks. __________________ 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...

04-05-2009, 07:10 PM	#9
Oddwen Drummer in the Deep Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Next Sunday A.D. Posts: 2,145	Well, if they're not reading it, they're missing out. I really like the way you deal with your storytelling in P&A, and the little experiments you do with perspective. And I'll sign up for the comic break. __________________ But all the while I sit and think of times there were before I listen for returning feet and voices at the door

04-05-2009, 08:09 PM	#10
Morthoron Curmudgeonly Wordwraith Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ensconced in curmudgeonly pursuits Posts: 2,515	Dear Editor: I have heard that you recently opined the lack of interest in the Barrow Downs Newspaper, and a pronounced apathy on the part of your once avid readership. Well, I can tell you from a personal point of view that from the moment I picked up your newspaper until I laid it down I was convulsed in laughter. Some day I actually intend to read it. But seriously, from everything I've been told the 'Downer is not a publication to be tossed aside lightly; on the contrary, it should be thrown with great force. Sincerely and with the deepest admiration, Rt. Rev. Churl Malapert Taunter, Church of St. Sardonicus the Saucy Trenchant-on-Wry, Flippantshire __________________ 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.

04-06-2009, 03:21 AM	#11
narfforc Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Muddy-earth Posts: 1,297	I read The Downer twice as much as anyone on this forum, but not as much as Schizophrenia Weekly. The Downer is a great newspaper, but not as good as The Sun for lighting fires, in fact I have lost a number of computers attempting to burn down my house for insurance purposes. We are both avid readers of your blurb, and so am I. __________________ [B]THE LORD OF THE GRINS:THE ONE PARODY....A PARODY BETTER THAN THE RINGS OF POWER.

04-06-2009, 08:14 AM	#14
Kent2010 Wight Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 240	I am in no way an artist (I can't even draw a straight line with a ruler), but the 'Downer was one of the first things that attracted me to this forum. (Even if I showed displeasure in being mentioned in it ) P.S. People say I can draw a really good cow, I take pride in my cows, that's the extent of my abilities however...so if you ever need somebody to draw you a cow, just ask. __________________ an eye for an eye leaves everyone blind

04-06-2009, 02:41 PM	#16
TheGreatElvenWarrior Mighty Quill Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Walking off to look for America Posts: 2,230	I can draw something Phantom and Alien related... probably. I've already had an idea in my head for months. By the way, Hookbill I read the Downer and the Phantom and Alien every week, so does my brother. So don't feel like no one reads it. There is actually quite a fan base. EDIT: I want to see Tardises on the 'Downs, this is sad news. __________________ The Party Doesn't Start Until You're Dead. Last edited by TheGreatElvenWarrior; 04-06-2009 at 03:08 PM. Reason: Tardises