Middle-earth's First Annual Invention Convention - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Brinniel · 01-08-2003, 07:24 PM

Welcome to Middle-earth's First Annual Invention Convention!

Elves, dwarves, hobbits, men, or any other creatures from Middle-earth, here is the chance to create an invention of your own and display to the public!

Here are the rules:

1. The characters must be from Tolkien's work and not from your own.
2. Stay in character. Pick a character and keep with it. Each character may only be used once.
3. Try to be creative. Make up an invention that you think a particular character of Tolkien would create and find useful. Please do not use any modern technology.
4. Be competitive. Let your character brag and show off their invention.
5. Have fun! The point of this is to find out who will become Middle-earth's version of Thomas Edison.

After a time, I will call it time for voting on who has the most creative invention.

lord of dor-lomin · 01-08-2003, 10:22 PM

Aragorn: I'd like to show you my invention. When you're wondering around in the wild, you can't carry a lot with you. You've got to consolidate. That's why I invented the swork. It's like a spork, only instead of a fork and spoon, it's a fork and sword.

Then after that, I figured, why not add some more features. And that's how I came up with the Ranger Survival Sword. Contained in compartments all over the hilt and crosstree are tools such as flint (for starting fires), forks and knives (for eating of course), tweezers (for those nasty orc darts), hair conditioner (for you elves out there), a magic ring (with a certificate of authenticity), and much more!!!

This sword is a must have for anyone undertaking long journeys and quests, and it's also a must have for sword collectors. I guarantee this sword will change the way you wonder in the wild!!

purplefluffychainsaw · 01-09-2003, 08:09 AM

SAM: Non stick frying pans/ pans in general!!! And bug reppelant - would Gollum count as a bug? He does annoy Sam like one.
Freezable beer mug. Keeps his beer nice and cold when you put in the fridge - and there's aother one! A nice fridge to keep all of his food nice. [img]smilies/tongue.gif[/img]

purplefluffychainsaw · 01-09-2003, 08:11 AM

**SAM blushes. She didn't read the rule properly.** Okay ignore that. sorry **Blushes redder** Okay. Come and see this amazing, this brilliant Mud in a Box. A brilliant prezzent!!!! Just head down to Lothlorien to get hold of one!!!
(It's not very good is it)

Nimrothiel · 01-09-2003, 08:22 AM

Aw man, why'd you have to throw in the "no modern technology" clause? I was gonna have Pippin invent the first beer (or ale) hat!
(Best said with Irish accent) "You see, your pints of ale go here, one on either side of the helmet, and these hoses lead from the top of them down to your mouth. If you suck on the end of the hose, you can immediately take a refreshing draught of ale without having to lift a finger. Who's the fool now?!"
Okay, that was bad, but couldn't you just see Pippin wearing one of those stupid things?

Diamond18 · 01-09-2003, 11:27 AM

Scottish accent, you mean....

Wel, I can't do Pippin...but I have not the inclination to do anyone else at the moment. *sigh* (Loved the swork, there, lord of dor-lomin). [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]

LePetitChoux · 01-09-2003, 01:58 PM

Ghost of Denethor: Well, in these busy days, being dead is no picnic in the field, I tell you. Especially if you are trying to lead your life normally and come to terms with your new-found luminosity. But then some smart-alec goes and lets light enter the room. Now, that's all very well, but it renders any spectral being invisible. I have come across this problem so many times, that I thought one day, Eureka! (only Greece isn't even formed yet, so you see I am well ahead of my time). An ordinary club, you see, but [ed: a quote from a great film comes into mind at this point: "Legkim dvizheniem ruki, bruki prevrascayutsya...prevraschayutsya bruki...v ellegantniye shorti!"] with an easy hand movement it is magically transformed into a...
Club with an opening for the last shards of Ungoliant's shadow! The shadow was kindly donated by an..ahem..friend. Absolutely guaranteed to fill any room and make one absolutely visible!

***NEW!!!*** I made this for my darrrling sons. It may look like an ordinary glove, but there is a secret extendo-arm to grab rings of power which even the best Gondorian hands cannot reach. Available in two sizes: small and xxl. Colours: Forest Green and Foliage Green.

Well, that was my attempt. So far the swork wins, I think.

[ January 09, 2003: Message edited by: LePetitChoux ]

ElentariGreenleaf · 01-09-2003, 02:08 PM

Hehehe! I like that last bit!

Brinniel · 01-09-2003, 06:21 PM

*Gimli holds up an ordinary saddle, but smaller with a strange leather strap hanging off it.

Gimli: Presenting the all new saddle for dwarves! Not only is it made to make a dwarf's bottom side especially comfortable, but it also features this. *holds up leather strap* A seatbelt! Strap yourself in and buckle, *demonstrates* and you'll never have to worry about falling off a horse again (as from experience, I know it can be quite painful). Oh, and did I mention the Dwarven runes that are engraved onto the saddle? A special addition I added to make my invention look more appealing. *smiles proudly*

(ooc: For all you who are wondering about the no modern technology rule, what I specifically meant was no electronics of any sort. You may use something that's already been invented in our world as long as it seems believable to exist in Middle-earth. Though, I would rather have you create something of your own as it will give you a better shot at the creativity award. [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img])

01-08-2003, 07:24 PM	#1
Brinniel Reflection of Darkness Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Polishing the stars. Well, somebody has to do it; they're looking a little bit dull. Posts: 3,027	Middle-earth's First Annual Invention Convention Welcome to Middle-earth's First Annual Invention Convention! Elves, dwarves, hobbits, men, or any other creatures from Middle-earth, here is the chance to create an invention of your own and display to the public! Here are the rules: 1. The characters must be from Tolkien's work and not from your own. 2. Stay in character. Pick a character and keep with it. Each character may only be used once. 3. Try to be creative. Make up an invention that you think a particular character of Tolkien would create and find useful. Please do not use any modern technology. 4. Be competitive. Let your character brag and show off their invention. 5. Have fun! The point of this is to find out who will become Middle-earth's version of Thomas Edison. After a time, I will call it time for voting on who has the most creative invention. __________________ Nolite te bastardes carborundorum

01-08-2003, 10:22 PM	#2
lord of dor-lomin Wight Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: dor-lomin, of course Posts: 169	Aragorn: I'd like to show you my invention. When you're wondering around in the wild, you can't carry a lot with you. You've got to consolidate. That's why I invented the swork. It's like a spork, only instead of a fork and spoon, it's a fork and sword. Then after that, I figured, why not add some more features. And that's how I came up with the Ranger Survival Sword. Contained in compartments all over the hilt and crosstree are tools such as flint (for starting fires), forks and knives (for eating of course), tweezers (for those nasty orc darts), hair conditioner (for you elves out there), a magic ring (with a certificate of authenticity), and much more!!! This sword is a must have for anyone undertaking long journeys and quests, and it's also a must have for sword collectors. I guarantee this sword will change the way you wonder in the wild!! __________________ I used to be indecisive. Now, I'm not so sure.

01-09-2003, 08:09 AM	#3
purplefluffychainsaw Wight Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: In a very cold place.... Posts: 162	SAM: Non stick frying pans/ pans in general!!! And bug reppelant - would Gollum count as a bug? He does annoy Sam like one. Freezable beer mug. Keeps his beer nice and cold when you put in the fridge - and there's aother one! A nice fridge to keep all of his food nice. [img]smilies/tongue.gif[/img] __________________ Love, Drugs and Fairy Boys ~ SAM

01-09-2003, 08:11 AM	#4
purplefluffychainsaw Wight Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: In a very cold place.... Posts: 162	SAM blushes. She didn't read the rule properly. Okay ignore that. sorry Blushes redder Okay. Come and see this amazing, this brilliant Mud in a Box. A brilliant prezzent!!!! Just head down to Lothlorien to get hold of one!!! (It's not very good is it) __________________ Love, Drugs and Fairy Boys ~ SAM

01-09-2003, 08:22 AM	#5
Nimrothiel Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Imladris Posts: 288	Aw man, why'd you have to throw in the "no modern technology" clause? I was gonna have Pippin invent the first beer (or ale) hat! (Best said with Irish accent) "You see, your pints of ale go here, one on either side of the helmet, and these hoses lead from the top of them down to your mouth. If you suck on the end of the hose, you can immediately take a refreshing draught of ale without having to lift a finger. Who's the fool now?!" Okay, that was bad, but couldn't you just see Pippin wearing one of those stupid things? __________________ "Walrus?! Will you quit makin' up imaginary animals?!!" ~ Sarge; Red vs. Blue

01-09-2003, 11:27 AM	#6
Diamond18 Eidolon of a Took Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: my own private fantasy world Posts: 3,561	Scottish accent, you mean.... Wel, I can't do Pippin...but I have not the inclination to do anyone else at the moment. sigh (Loved the swork, there, lord of dor-lomin). [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img] __________________ All shall be rather fond of me and suffer from mild depression.

01-09-2003, 01:58 PM	#7
LePetitChoux Vegetable of Doom Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: London Posts: 721	Ghost of Denethor: Well, in these busy days, being dead is no picnic in the field, I tell you. Especially if you are trying to lead your life normally and come to terms with your new-found luminosity. But then some smart-alec goes and lets light enter the room. Now, that's all very well, but it renders any spectral being invisible. I have come across this problem so many times, that I thought one day, Eureka! (only Greece isn't even formed yet, so you see I am well ahead of my time). An ordinary club, you see, but [ed: a quote from a great film comes into mind at this point: "Legkim dvizheniem ruki, bruki prevrascayutsya...prevraschayutsya bruki...v ellegantniye shorti!"] with an easy hand movement it is magically transformed into a... Club with an opening for the last shards of Ungoliant's shadow! The shadow was kindly donated by an..ahem..friend. Absolutely guaranteed to fill any room and make one absolutely visible! *NEW!!!* I made this for my darrrling sons. It may look like an ordinary glove, but there is a secret extendo-arm to grab rings of power which even the best Gondorian hands cannot reach. Available in two sizes: small and xxl. Colours: Forest Green and Foliage Green. Well, that was my attempt. So far the swork wins, I think. [ January 09, 2003: Message edited by: LePetitChoux ] __________________ je suis une bonne odeur

01-09-2003, 02:08 PM	#8
ElentariGreenleaf Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Look, I'm over there! Posts: 517	Hehehe! I like that last bit! __________________ There is a fine line between fishing and just standing on the shore like an idiot. Website\|Art

01-09-2003, 06:21 PM	#9
Brinniel Reflection of Darkness Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Polishing the stars. Well, somebody has to do it; they're looking a little bit dull. Posts: 3,027	Gimli holds up an ordinary saddle, but smaller with a strange leather strap hanging off it. Gimli: Presenting the all new saddle for dwarves! Not only is it made to make a dwarf's bottom side especially comfortable, but it also features this. holds up leather strap* A seatbelt! Strap yourself in and buckle, demonstrates and you'll never have to worry about falling off a horse again (as from experience, I know it can be quite painful). Oh, and did I mention the Dwarven runes that are engraved onto the saddle? A special addition I added to make my invention look more appealing. smiles proudly (ooc: For all you who are wondering about the no modern technology rule, what I specifically meant was no electronics of any sort. You may use something that's already been invented in our world as long as it seems believable to exist in Middle-earth. Though, I would rather have you create something of your own as it will give you a better shot at the creativity award. [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]) __________________ Nolite te bastardes carborundorum