How are we all?
Are we all nervous? Terrified, even? Are we all dreading December 21st, the last day on Earth as predicted by the Mayans? Although, as Jon Stewart pointed out on The Daily Show, the Mayans haven't exactly got the best track record as far as predicting the end of civilisations go... to wit, the Mayans...
But I digress.
So how will you be spending the last day on Earth? Will you be surrounded by loved ones? Will you be sobbing into a tub of ice cream? Will you, in fact, forget all about the end of the world because you still haven't got your Christmas shopping done?
Or will you be reading a very special end-of-the-world short story as posted on this very Blog- a short story that will ONLY be available on the 21st and 22nd before being taken down- in which Skulduggery and Valkyrie track down the cause of the world's destruction and do their very best to avert it? A short story called "The Button"?
Hmm? Is THAT what you'll be doing?
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*smiles at how llamas are at the top of the page*
Well, I'm fourteen... His he older or younger?
I'm fourteen too. :)
I WOULD GUESS YOUNGER, BUT DON'T ASK ME. *hides*
He just finished Y7 didn't he? Idk what age that is for Aussies, but... ^^
It would be 13...
Omg!!!! I thought be much older!!!! How the hell is he so mature?????????
Its same as nz's, and I just finnished yr 7 too, so hes the same age as me.
*cries* ASYLUM THE ALBUM IS SO AMAZING. So far, I've just listened to Asylum, The Ifection and Warrior, and now I'm on Another Way to Die. :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
IM 14! and lovin it... O_o
Basically, life is shit. That's how he's so mature.
That's my guess, anyway^^
*Infection
HE SEEMS WAYYYYYYYY IMMATURER THAN US COZ WE'RE SO IMMATURE. *laughs*
AND NOW NEVER AGAIN. <3
*MATURER
That would make sense... After all, I nearly hung my self yesterday... With no intention of dying... Just for an experiment...
*tries not to laugh*
Oh, that's terrible! *attempts to sound shocked and sad* *fails*
OOH NOW THE ANIMAL.
Bwhhahahhahahahahhahahahah!!!!!!!
http://sphotos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/546549_318648368249009_1044949224_n.jpg
Star! You know how in the books when Val is getting strangled, then she sees black dots? I wanted to test Derek on that! And... He was right...
Stay right there Thrust!!!
hehehe thats a funny picture :)
Oh, fine, I'll stay a while.
*Laughs*
That is great!!!!!! And still, no zombies... But I did see a remenant in my house yesterday night... It flitted in front of my eyes! Just this sliver of darkness with these evil lookin' eyes!
Yay!!!
*Hugs Thrust*
Is it the end of the world in your part?
Hello, Thrust!:)
Msd.
My iPod just had a moment!!!!
*Laughs*
Have any of you guys seen a remenant... Like... For real in your own home?
Not yet, Death. I'll be around for a little while longer than you guys.
I'm hoping the story to be published before I go to sleep.
Hell, I hope so too!
Where abouts are you?
(I am not a creepy stalker)
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lxinmzzgX91r0sl2ko1_500.jpg
I'm in Canada. the East Coast, i guess. I'm in the same time zone as.... other people on the blog too.
And im opposite you. In New Zealand.
That one was ESPECIALLY for you, Rose.
*Grins and laughs*
That is GOOD!
I'm in the wonderful land of Oz!
Oz. Oz. You got a wizard there, and a yellow brick road with talking scarecrows?
Oh wait the road was on the WAY to it.
Hel! And tin men and freaky lions that we call Dingos... And tiny little yappy dogs that sit in woven baskets!
not Todos?
Nope, they're called Cocos
oh.
They are close!
Dark! You get Christmas before me!!! No fair!!!
I have a song from The Swan Princess stuck in my head! No Fear!
yes :D
And you get the zombies first!
*Pokes tounge out*
Then we Aussies will get out our shot guns and very impressive rifles used for hinting dingos and foxes and shot ya!
This is the epic song!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73xiRkysWfQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Yes, zombies like us.
I dont think thats a good thing though....
Yes, zombies like us.
I dont think thats a good thing though....
Oops didn't mean to post that twice.
And we like shoring things... Not as much as the Americans do...
No offence!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Evening psychopaths!!
If you press the 'post comment' button twice, ironically, it will post two comments!
Em!!!!
The world has ended and there is no story!!!!!
*Cries*
I'd rather face an angry Scapegrace than live without a story!!!!!
Em, look at the song I have suck in my head!!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73xiRkysWfQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Really, Death? No kidding! Wow. I've learnt something new today.
One doesn't usually, Dark.
Hey Em :)
One doesn't usually, Dark.
Yeah!! Trippy, hey?
*Laughs*
You posted it twice Thrust!!!!
I think that was the point...
We've been on this page for over an hour and we haven't filled up one hundred!
Oh...
*Facepalm*
That... thats just embarrassing.
IM SO ANNOYED.
ITS ALMOST MIDDAY.
THE WORLD IS ENDING.
ZOMBIES ARE INVADING OUR CITIES AS WE SPEAK.
And is there a story?
NO.
Stupid time zones.
Stupid time zones indeed!
Why can't the Irish say its night when it is 1pm there? Turn them nocturnal!
Good plan.
Happy 177th post Derek!!!!
It is night time here though lol
I completely forgot about the story... I've been working on my own.
Back in a bit blog-people
HELLO!
I got a DW shirt today! It says "RULE #1: THE DOCTOR LIES" inside the outline of the TARDIS. Yeah. It's awesome.
Happy Birthday, Em! You have the same b-day as my little sister and my aunt!
Be back in a bit blog-person
GIMMIE the shirt Cain!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Also, dad is STILL tracking Mr. Pleasant!!
Em, how is the story coming along?
He will never find Skulduggery.
I was reading Mortal Coil today in Social Studies, and I kept showing things to my friend Anna, and we kept almost getting in trouble for laughing at it...
*does a weird dance*
I have a concert in... *checks clock*
Four hours!
Like what?
And dad called me up saying hay he did find him. I asked him where and he just hung up... Don't you think you should tell skulduggery... Also, I'm trying to make it up to him for punching him in the eye... And my fist getting stuck there...
Ill be reading The Button in school, most likely wont comment but i might, homeroom and periods 1-3 i can then 9 i cant until end of the day
I leaving in...
*checks watch*
Less than an hour!!!!!
Okay! Gtg!!!!
I'll be back possibly in three/four hours!!!!!
*runs off muttering about stupid pool parties*
Im back.
Hello people who have just arrived.
*laughs* pool party sounds nice
Ah don't talk to me about the story... I'm just gonna end up killing Drew all over again he's pissing me off.
Em I told you kill him off! Look at Tanith maybe just torture him xD
im back !
So, i'm writing a story (again) and this time I want to include YOU people.
Who wouldn't mind if I used them in a story?
OHH, ohh I wouldnt mind...
If you use me, it'll be okay, but I'd need to give you a description....
Please do!!
Alright.
Name: Ivy Animosity
Age: 13
Magic: Usually shooting beams out of her hands, teleporting, mind reading, etc.
Appearance: Really pale, black hair, indigo eyes. She wears a black coat and combat boots. The rest of her clothes are black as well, but occasionally she'll wear red or blue shirts.
Personality: Ivy likes getting what she wants, she loves to be irritating, and is a professional when it comes to witty comebacks and sarcasm. She likes being random and scaring people. Oh, and she's amazing. Because she's me. And she likes to make people angry. Also, she loves correcting people. And she's obnoxious. Always smirking, mocking people, sulking, scowling, glowering, etc. She isn't friendly at all.
Also, she's a murderer. Killing people is what she does.
Other stuff: She lives in Seattle, but she originally lived in Ireland, so she's got a slight Irish accent still, which becomes more noticeable when she's panicked or worried. Or really angry.
Also, if it helps, she's basically me.
Oh Epicness!!!
Go for it
Thanks Val!
if it helps -
my personality - Sarcastic as hell, loves annoying people, but is warm and fuzzy inside like I dont know something thats warm and fuzzy inside..., an elemental, loves messing with peoples thoughts and is mysterious on the outside...
:D
:) Thanks
oh and appearance - black coat with balck skinny jeans, generally a fitted kinda shirt like a t-shirt and at times a skinny black tie... when its appropriate y'know :)
Thank you so much!
no problemo :D
Pick me! Pick me!
Name: Kestrel LeStarre
Age: 17(irl I'm 11, but...)
Powers: Intermediate Symbolist
Weapons: Twin katanas with black blades which can steal souls with a touch and were found in the same cave as Lord Vile's armour. Two throwing knifes, also with black hilts which she keeps in sheathes in her boots.
Appearance: My old profile picture
Personality: A lot like Ivy, however less sulky, not a professional killer; although she will if she has to, has special boots, as mentioned before, and likes black tank tops as they allow her to get at the symbols on her arms more easily.
Also, new chapter!
kestrelvalandthrust.blogspot.com
*poofs*
Thanks everyone!
ohh and btw
age - 14
weapon - sword, almost samuri like but slightly different and I also carry a small dagger for emergencys!
and now I am off to bed so night! and happy death! :D
night Mel :)
Aah we arent gonna die
Oh, and Ivy likes to carry knifes around. She can use any type of weapon, though.
cool :)
Zaf prefers a knife or her magic but if she was mugged by mortals obviously she needs a weapon xD
Ivy wouldn't be mugged by mortals because she's, you know, TERRIFYING.
Emerald's a werewolf...
That's all you need to know lol
She works for the Sanctuary as a detective as well
I wouldn't mind!
Hi by the way...
Thrust Ominous, Depending on whatever you want, he has a reflection on the loose, otherwise, he's just another elemental with some self image problems. But then, he is just another Elemental.. His character is... still in development.
He has two swords, but only uses one, and wears a grey jacket. He likes pockets.
basically the most interesting thing about him is that he hasn't ever killed anyone. So, that, you can't change..
Oh, and he's 15... just like I am.. funny.
He works for himself. He just survives.
The world isn't ending.
I agree. Its the 21st, and it isnt ending yet. I feel let down.
I'm really tired.
I think I'll go to sleep.
...okay?
Im going bye :)
* poofs away *
PEOPLE, DEREK POSTED!
THE BUTTON IS UP!
It's 5:15 pm here in Australia on the 21st and the world hasn't ended yet
Whoa! When I came on here before there were only 400 comments. Wowzer!
Anyway, since this story isn't reviewable anywhere, I thought I'd review it here...
5 stars!
Obviously :)
I really loved the description of the box. Your writing always puts such detail into my head. My imagination explodes when I read your writing, Mr Landy!
There's a down side to this review though, and it's the fact that short stories aren't long enough. I always want more! :)
Seriously though, thanks tons for the last story I'll ever read on the last day the world exists. Not really ;)
I missed it.... I'm sad...:(
Button.
Buttons are cool.
So are skittles.
Skittles are cooler than buttons.
Unless you really really like buttons.
Or detest skittles.
In which case you'd disagree.
But you'd be weird.
BOOP
*nods*
Fair point.
Fair point indeed...
*twirls moustache thoughfully*
*smirks*
#ChaseForBook9
MINE
MINE
MINE
MINE
MINE
MINE
MINE
MINE
MINE
I suppose events shall continue here, then?
naughty comments... you didn't stay...
Mm.
Excuse me.
Moss, thank you- I'll be back in a few minutes.
*dashes around the corner*
I typed up the contents of each box, but space ran out! D: just a sec...
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wbd, msd! ))
Does Fabi not exist now...? This is her... 'Birth' post... *Huggles Moss*
I hate copper. Stupid Celtic copper art... Ow...
((Okay Snow!))
*sits down around the corner and controls her breathing, wiping her ghosting tears away* *nods* right.
*returns*
Inception, Fabi
((Oh my fucking god Aiden at the top of the page xD))
Okay.
((Snow's-- A hat that will shift into a different style each day. Also sometimes it's a helmet.))
((Zaffy's-- A bundle of cinnamon sticks that, when heated, will melt into a pot of Mayan-style spicy hot chocolate))
((Adra's-- A notebook that writes down whatever you want to remember, and only shows you what you decided to record, so anyone else could reuse it without a violation of privacy))
((Sir's-- The word glorious written in calligraphy on a piece of cardstock. When you rub the lettering, it will play whatever music you need to hear. Also, sometimes calls of help can come through it by accident.))
((Death's-- A multicolor pen that will allow the writer to pre-determine anyone's dreams))
Msd.
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(I know... Hehe... My iPod flicked to his dedication.... *Snickers again*
Anyone wan to see my stupid Celtic copper thing...?))
Ms. Adrasdos, are you entirely well?
((I first commented next post. Eek. It's sort of scary...!))
((Runs))
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(( *HUGGLES FABI* THANKSSSSS FAB CAPS LOCK IS ONNNN))
((NOT HERE))
*gasps* Fabi! It's lovely! Thank you so much- *hugs tightly* I love you, sis
I am fine, Sir
Ms. Fabienne, it is beautiful, but-
*his hand brushes against the word, and he freezes*
...
((hugs Adra and Snow. :-) ))
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*takes her tea and a quill and ink, beginning to write*
Th- Thank you, dearly, Ms. Fabienne.
*marvels at her notebook* Holy Hera.... Again, Fabi- thank you... *looks like she's about to cry*
*Hugs Fabi super-tight* Thank you, beautiful... *Ruffles Moss's hair* Thank you so much...
[Smiles sadly, and puts everyone else's boxes aside for when they're here]
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[hugs Deathy]
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*carefully puts the notebook away, still-bleary-eyed*'
shoot...
*begins crying and hugs Fabi*
[hugs Adra tightly]
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Thank you. Really.
I'm afraid I cannot stay. I have to go to bed. But I did want to hop on long enough to post this song, which I wrote specifically to post in Blogland. It's a tribute to my favorite part of the series, being the Dead Men. It's called, appropriately enough, The Dead Men.
Hopeless
H-h-hopeless
I feel like I am falling
Even though I’m flying
Hopeless
H-h-hopeless
Thunder in the skies
Unraveling inside
(something unraveling)
Raveling
Waiting in the night
I can barely breathe
I can barely think
Dead men tell no tales
This
Is
Th-th-this is war
Is this what you wanted
Butterflies dying all around you
Ghastly spectacles of war
The status quo evens the score
We hold them back
But they want more
(and more)
It makes me shudder!
Hopeless
H-h-hopeless
I feel like I am falling
Even though I’m flying
Hopeless
H-h-hopeless
Thunder in the skies
Unraveling inside
(something unraveling)
Raveling
Waiting in the night
I can barely breathe
I can barely think
Dead men tell no tales
This
Is
Th-th-this is death
Not so pleasant is it
Butterflies falling
(Shattering the sky
And the thunder rolls high
At night
They crash and burn and echo
At night
Vexing noises scratching in our heads
At our doors
Across the floor)
Dead men tell no tales
Dead men tell no tales
Dead men tell no tales
(usually)
This
Is
Th-th-this is pain
This is what pain is
Rue the day you chose this
This
Is
Th-th-this is fear
This is what it’s like when
You know that you’re dead men
This
Is
Th-th-this is rage
Knowing you’re a victim
Knowing you’ll avenge them
(This
Is
Th-th-this is loss
Hurting you inside
Big boys don’t cry)
[big boys don’t cry]
Hopeless (This Is)
H-h-hopeless (Th-th-this is pain)
I feel like I am falling (This is what pain is)
Even though I’m flying (Rue the day you chose this)
Hopeless (This Is)
H-h-hopeless (Th-th-this is fear)
Thunder in the skies (This is what it’s like when)
Unraveling inside (You know that you’re dead men)
... Indeed. You have my deepest thanks, Ms. Fabienne. I am in your debt.
Annika. You are a genius.
Fabi- excuse me now, I must go to a corner*
*goes to a far off corner*
*curls up in a ball*
*cries and waits for sleep*
You're welcome. :-)
Annika, that's brilliant. [hugs] Will you be around long enough to receive your present?
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Okay, Adra...
First. Lovely. Um... [Waits for a brilliant idea]
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Ms. Annika. That was, is, beautiful. You possess quite the talent.
Thank you.
*shifts uncomfortably on her side*
*flips over*
*ends up going back and forth*
Get ready for some narcissism.
*pushes her glasses up on her nose*
I put the names of all the Dead Men (except Larrikin) into the song. Did you like that?
*looks pompous*
((It was wonderful, Annika))
*feels suddenly angry and stands up, cracking her knuckles*
((Anni/Precocious' box contains a red rubber bouncy ball that can be trained to follow scents and bounce in certain directions and such.))
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It was quite clever, Ms. Annika.
Ms. Adrasdos, please tell me you are ready to stop bottling up your emotions?
(I don't know what prompted this, because I didn't read the preceding comments, but YAY!)
*bounces the ball cautiously*
Wow, alright, a bouncy ball. What does it- HEY!
*ball bounces to the left*
Hey, come back here!
*bounces down the street*
*and stops in front of a Cinnabon*
*gasp* You can smell cinnamon rolls?
BEST. PRESENT. EVER.
*scoops the ball into her pocket*
I shall name you Squishy, and you shall be mine, and you shall be my Squishy.
((Fabi is done running from the law, and is back in Blogland. She's giving MageBay items to her friends because she really missed them.))
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*calmly adjusts her dress before storming over to Sit, reeling her hand back and hitting him as hard as she possibly can, throwing all of her weight into the punch*
You wanna know why I'm upset?
All my life, I have always wanted a family. Where I grew up, it was expected of a woman, but I enjoy looking after things..
I took a test a few weeks ago that said that I'm unable to have children.
A few days after, you tell me to leave the hospital we were in by disclosing the information that we were in a maternity ward? You used my own pain against me, that's why I'm angry.
And don't apologize.
I won't answer.
*turns and whisks away*
(Oh, yes, MageBay! I actually commented on there a while back to order something, and then I changed by profile name and commented again as Oscar, ordering the same thing with the caveat that it had to be sanitized first.
The comments are probably still there.)
((Oh, right. About that: I just assume everything is paid for, as there is no Blgland-currency or anything. So you can just assume they've been bought. Sorry for not replying sooner.))
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((Ah- well in that case, it is much appreciated))
(S'all good, s'all good.
Now, if you'll excuse me, me and Squishy had better bounce along into the sunset now. I am tired, and I need my beauty rest. Lord knows I need it.
*bounces off into the sunset*
*with Squishy*
*the bouncy ball*)
*stands stock-still*
...
*opens his mouth*
*shuts it, and very, very slowly closes his eyes*
((Goodnight, Annika))
((Night, Anni!))
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*ends up locking herself in her lab again* *takes a deep breath and then goes to tend to her animals*
((Good night, Ms. Annika.))
((Oh my god just thinking about this physically pains me oh my god.))
*tends to the two dragons, while pertains Dimka, who skits all over the place* *turns on her music*
((I am!
But I'm supposed to be asleep ..:/ the best of luck to you.))
*ends up falling asleep on the floor*
[Sits on a rock in Blogland, fingering the ribbon on another one of the gift boxes]
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((Sleep well, Adra [hugs]
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*slowly trudges to a dilapidated playground, and sits contemplatively upon the slide*
I find essays to be rather formulaic, and so I may be of some assistance to you, Ms. Rose.
Good night, Ms. Dark. Sleep well.
((And I'm not good with essays, sorry...
#ChaseForBook9
Well, starting with an anecdote or opinion on how being in a large group can lead to a complacent, herd mindset is one way.
You could highlight the irony that despite the free-thinking, high-level literature those boys were reading, they were just as insecure and aching to belong as schoolboys at recess.
Ms. Rose, please. It was nothing, remember that the rest of the essay is entirely yours.
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