This is not a part of the story; but simply a brief list of some of the new characters being introduced.
Bill Duer: A revolutionary philosopher and author of "Manifeste De Liberte". He is embraced by the radical wing of The Federalist Party and heavily rejected by the larger Populist Party. He is believed to be dead after an explosion in his home several months ago.
Patrick Samuel: Political star and de-facto leader of The Populist Party. He is a pragmatic and well-liked figure who is being discussed by many in the media as being the next Governor of The Play-Off Planet. He believes that The Federalists and the followers of Bill Duer are the worst kind of radicals who are destroying the very fabric of society in The Play-Off Planet.
Governor Morris: Head of The Play-Off Planet government and the first ever Federalist to be elected to the high office of Governor. He is considered a moderate middle of the road Federalist; but perhaps his ideology leans a bit more to the radical Bill Duer faction of the party than much of the public believes.
The Waiver Wire Characters: The true leaders of The Play-Off Planet. They watch over and control the planet while the Watchers are not watching. They act as a police force for the watchers and work in concert with The Play-Off Planet's government.
Friday, April 11, 2014
The Play-Off Planet: A Modern History.
**NOTE** For this week especially, it will make much more sense if you read the posts from me in the order in which they are posted.
8 Weeks ago. On the floor of Parliament…..
“Revolution is upon us Mr. Governor. Whether you would have it or not!! This conflict of ideologies here in the capitol is nothing compared to the conflict we will face across this planet. Battle tears our fair planet apart on a regular basis under no choice of our own; but now you will choose to sit idly by as our own people tear us apart!! Our differences politically not withstanding, I personally have no idea why the people of this planet elected a stubborn, philosophical miscreant such as yourself to govern this place Mr. Morris; but it did. And in the name of democracy I will support you if you decide to lead us in this crisis; but if you will not then I am forced under rule of law to begin the impeachment proceedings immediately. If nothing else, we must begin our preparations for The Week 5 battles which will take place here!! We have no counter-measures set and we will have our own people, along with the league matches here destroying our planet in unison!! My party, the citizenry, and I ask for counter-measures and all we get from our leader is counter-production!! By the time you and your party get around to doing something about the rebellion, we are going to be in the heat of The FFL Play-offs, and as you all know the damage we sustain from that every year, plus what may by then be a full out rebellion on the streets is simply an event that this good planet cannot possibly sustain. Says Minister Patrick Samuel.
Governor Morris responds: “I cannot deny Mr. Samuel, that some of what you and your Populist party are saying has merit. I am simply torn because we know not what drives these rebels from attacking what they attack. There are other forces at work here. These rebels are met by sanctions from us, when perhaps we should embrace their cause and make their revolution not a rebellion against this government; but instead a planet wide rebellion against the forces that hold our supposed “free” planet under the boot of meaningless war for two extended periods every Old earth year. Perhaps it is time to embrace some of these ideas for the good of us all, and not battle amongst ourselves with words or weapons. Just because Bill Duer is dead, does not mean his ideas must die with him….
These statements, especially the last sentence uttered by The Play-Off Planet’s Governor are met with jeers and screams for impeachment.
Once the crowd settles down Patrick Samuel speaks once more: “So, I see Governor. You would have us ignore the rebels attacking us and instead declare war on the gods…… That is an idea I can simply not endorse.
8 Weeks ago. On the floor of Parliament…..
“Revolution is upon us Mr. Governor. Whether you would have it or not!! This conflict of ideologies here in the capitol is nothing compared to the conflict we will face across this planet. Battle tears our fair planet apart on a regular basis under no choice of our own; but now you will choose to sit idly by as our own people tear us apart!! Our differences politically not withstanding, I personally have no idea why the people of this planet elected a stubborn, philosophical miscreant such as yourself to govern this place Mr. Morris; but it did. And in the name of democracy I will support you if you decide to lead us in this crisis; but if you will not then I am forced under rule of law to begin the impeachment proceedings immediately. If nothing else, we must begin our preparations for The Week 5 battles which will take place here!! We have no counter-measures set and we will have our own people, along with the league matches here destroying our planet in unison!! My party, the citizenry, and I ask for counter-measures and all we get from our leader is counter-production!! By the time you and your party get around to doing something about the rebellion, we are going to be in the heat of The FFL Play-offs, and as you all know the damage we sustain from that every year, plus what may by then be a full out rebellion on the streets is simply an event that this good planet cannot possibly sustain. Says Minister Patrick Samuel.
Governor Morris responds: “I cannot deny Mr. Samuel, that some of what you and your Populist party are saying has merit. I am simply torn because we know not what drives these rebels from attacking what they attack. There are other forces at work here. These rebels are met by sanctions from us, when perhaps we should embrace their cause and make their revolution not a rebellion against this government; but instead a planet wide rebellion against the forces that hold our supposed “free” planet under the boot of meaningless war for two extended periods every Old earth year. Perhaps it is time to embrace some of these ideas for the good of us all, and not battle amongst ourselves with words or weapons. Just because Bill Duer is dead, does not mean his ideas must die with him….
These statements, especially the last sentence uttered by The Play-Off Planet’s Governor are met with jeers and screams for impeachment.
Once the crowd settles down Patrick Samuel speaks once more: “So, I see Governor. You would have us ignore the rebels attacking us and instead declare war on the gods…… That is an idea I can simply not endorse.
The Play-Off Planet: A very brief history.
The Play-Off Planet over the years has established a long history of pragmatic rule for approximately 44 weeks of every Old earth year. The majority of the time, when they are not being plagued by epic battles spanning the entire expanse of their globe they have a fairly normal existence. They rarely let themselves be troubled by too much ideology or political philosophy as they have very little desire to “upset the applecart” when it comes to the uncontrollable war that overtakes them from time to time.
The terrors of war, have been accepted by these people from day 1. In fact the yearly tragedy that they are put through provides an environment where population control, despite being a relatively small planet has never been an issue, nor has lack of resources for the quickly developing areas. Not to mention that constantly being in a state of rebuilding has provided for a strong economy, where jobs are prevalent and where economic growth is constantly stimulated by a need for restructuring the cities. This also makes for a strong infrastructure that must be able to withstand much abuse, but is also never in danger of getting old or worn out when powerhouses from other worlds show up twice a year to destroy it.
The truth is, that they are a resilient people if not an overly bright group; but in recent years the tide has changed for a small; but growing segment of the population. It is they who have been wondering what life would be like free of the cosmic terrors that plague them.
The following stories will scratch the surface as to what these ideas will bring for their future and the future of The Play-Off Planet as a whole.
The terrors of war, have been accepted by these people from day 1. In fact the yearly tragedy that they are put through provides an environment where population control, despite being a relatively small planet has never been an issue, nor has lack of resources for the quickly developing areas. Not to mention that constantly being in a state of rebuilding has provided for a strong economy, where jobs are prevalent and where economic growth is constantly stimulated by a need for restructuring the cities. This also makes for a strong infrastructure that must be able to withstand much abuse, but is also never in danger of getting old or worn out when powerhouses from other worlds show up twice a year to destroy it.
The truth is, that they are a resilient people if not an overly bright group; but in recent years the tide has changed for a small; but growing segment of the population. It is they who have been wondering what life would be like free of the cosmic terrors that plague them.
The following stories will scratch the surface as to what these ideas will bring for their future and the future of The Play-Off Planet as a whole.
The Play-Off Planet: A Brief Pre-History.
800 years ago…. Before the creation of the league, before the mystical transfiguration of the other watchers, and before the creation of the place we know as The Play-Off Planet….
“Well Joshatu, if we are to have such epic matches where all settings are taken into account; then where will these take place? In all my travels across the universe I have yet to see a place where all of these exist so perfectly in a small enough area to conduct a battle instead of a drawn out war”. Says Ryatu the Incredulous.
“We shall create one Ryatu”. Says Joshatu in response.
Joshatu continues: “We shall create and control a small planet, one which will have a thin enough atmosphere for back and forth space battle, and which will have every other kind of setting we need in close enough proximity to everything so as to create a battleground where in an acceptable amount of time combatants may move back and forth through the course of the skirmish. Then we will have a place to truly test the skills of the two forces at odds.
Ryatu retorts: “Hmm, I see. And what shall we populate this world with? I don’t see how said planet can remain anything but a wasteland set up for a play battle if we do not have some driving force attempting to keep it a functioning spot in the universe. Besides, are we benevolent enough to not populate this world just for the sheer purpose that the lives of the populous could be quite a dire predicament”?
“HA; No, we are not so benevolent. And you are correct. Some form of life must populate this area”. Says Joahatu.
The light then goes on in the cosmic brain of Ryatu as he lays out the plan: “We could populate the planet with a humanoid creature. Much like the primitive form of what you and I once were. We can make them genetically pre-dispositioned to a submissive lifestyle; so we will avoid any problems with them as the centuries go on”.
Joshatu nods in agreement and says: “Yes, this could work. We can then have this Play-Off Planet double as a de-facto warehouse for all our previously discussed waiver wire characters who do not have a team supporting them. We could spin this as “Heroes without a Home” if we see fit. Then, with these leftover combatants working as our occupying force when the planet is not in use, along with your genetic manipulation procedures we will render the possibility of revolution to levels that can only be described as…….. What is the word mortals use??...... Impossible”.
“Well Joshatu, if we are to have such epic matches where all settings are taken into account; then where will these take place? In all my travels across the universe I have yet to see a place where all of these exist so perfectly in a small enough area to conduct a battle instead of a drawn out war”. Says Ryatu the Incredulous.
“We shall create one Ryatu”. Says Joshatu in response.
Joshatu continues: “We shall create and control a small planet, one which will have a thin enough atmosphere for back and forth space battle, and which will have every other kind of setting we need in close enough proximity to everything so as to create a battleground where in an acceptable amount of time combatants may move back and forth through the course of the skirmish. Then we will have a place to truly test the skills of the two forces at odds.
Ryatu retorts: “Hmm, I see. And what shall we populate this world with? I don’t see how said planet can remain anything but a wasteland set up for a play battle if we do not have some driving force attempting to keep it a functioning spot in the universe. Besides, are we benevolent enough to not populate this world just for the sheer purpose that the lives of the populous could be quite a dire predicament”?
“HA; No, we are not so benevolent. And you are correct. Some form of life must populate this area”. Says Joahatu.
The light then goes on in the cosmic brain of Ryatu as he lays out the plan: “We could populate the planet with a humanoid creature. Much like the primitive form of what you and I once were. We can make them genetically pre-dispositioned to a submissive lifestyle; so we will avoid any problems with them as the centuries go on”.
Joshatu nods in agreement and says: “Yes, this could work. We can then have this Play-Off Planet double as a de-facto warehouse for all our previously discussed waiver wire characters who do not have a team supporting them. We could spin this as “Heroes without a Home” if we see fit. Then, with these leftover combatants working as our occupying force when the planet is not in use, along with your genetic manipulation procedures we will render the possibility of revolution to levels that can only be described as…….. What is the word mortals use??...... Impossible”.
Pre-Pre-Match Warning.
Hi all, this is Josh. Not Josh the Commish, Joshatu or The Neon Master Pogo, just Josh. I am just throwing out a warning that I am going to do something a little different with my three matches this week, and I hope you guys don’t hate it. None of what I am doing is unprecedented in this league; but it is unprecedented on this scale. What I am going to do is more story based than what I normally write and it has a great deal of league wide story combining as well. I have no idea if it will turn out decent or not, so I am just going to have some fun with it all. I hope you guys enjoy it; but if you don’t, let me know and I will take it in to consideration in the future. I am not trying to change the face of the league forever or anything, I’m just simply having fun with some stuff.
-Josh
-Josh
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Spoiler Sport Week 4
Hello everyone, Cotton McKnight here. Welcome to Spoiler Sport. Here on The Ocho! Week 4's Outer Rim gave some space to the winning teams, while the others had to look into the soul-crushing void of losing.
We start in the Lee Conference, where the Kitties versus Tentacle Warriors match had an insightful look into Dr. Impossible's first start. He shared his perspectives on being benched, as well as the tribulations of an ownership change. Taking out Primus is quite the task, and taking out 33 of your teammates at the same time would seem Impossible... but not for the good Doctor! The Kitties have broken Mitchy's streak, but we here at Spoiler Sport have a good feeling about the Warriors in Week 5!
In the Turrible Decisions/TEAM battle, a "stream of conciousness" lead to Leader-1 doing the Go-Bots proud, but he is ultimately destroyed along with TEAM's hope. The Decisions are on the way back up, while TEAM seems to have garnered a few vocal critics!
The Fighting Murderflies murder Team Sleeping Pussy, with Ego The Living Planet leading the way! We ask for a moment of silence for Year One Draftee Ewok #40. Rest in peace lil buddy. .......
It seems Vampire Hal Jordan's temporary power upgrade is the only good to come from the thus far disasterous draft pick, The Nut-Busters' ship Event Horizon. Even the enhanced vampire was not enough to stop The Highness from getting their first win on their home turf, Mogo.
The slumpbusters continue over in The Lucas Conference, as The Grindhouse stops The Slave's Samurai Josh's world domination/ stock market manipulation scheme, en route to securing their first victory for the season! Who knew Yellow Lantern's meticulous coupon cutting and forgotten spare change would come in handy? YL Becks knew. That's who.
Speaking of Beckerman, B-3 defeats The Empire, thanks to Obivion, General Zod, and the old "No air in space" clause. B-3 marches on, and a reeling Empire looks to right the ship.
The Midget's/ Rabblerousers match was the place to be to see various Lantern Corps facing off, cosmic entities duking it out, and finally, Transformers getting scrapped! The specialized Midgets took down The Rabblerousers in all sectors of space!
Finally, a truly epic battle occurred between The Horsemen and The Comanndos!!! A mere recap cannot do justice to this masterful tale! Luckily, this is the kind of thing FFL On Demand was made for! Order your subsciption now!
Meanwhile, Pepper Brooks is always on demand for a report on Graveyard Points! Pepper!
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Thanks Pep! I learn something new from you everyday! In Week 5, The FFL returns to the dreaded Playoff Planet, where new rivalries are made, and old wounds are reopened. Some teams will execute amazing plays, but unfortunately, there are also those that get offed in this intense week! Stay tuned to The Ocho, as we come to you LIVE from Belgium for the Bossaball Invitational! For The Ocho, I'm Cotton McKnight. Thank you, and goodnight.
We start in the Lee Conference, where the Kitties versus Tentacle Warriors match had an insightful look into Dr. Impossible's first start. He shared his perspectives on being benched, as well as the tribulations of an ownership change. Taking out Primus is quite the task, and taking out 33 of your teammates at the same time would seem Impossible... but not for the good Doctor! The Kitties have broken Mitchy's streak, but we here at Spoiler Sport have a good feeling about the Warriors in Week 5!
In the Turrible Decisions/TEAM battle, a "stream of conciousness" lead to Leader-1 doing the Go-Bots proud, but he is ultimately destroyed along with TEAM's hope. The Decisions are on the way back up, while TEAM seems to have garnered a few vocal critics!
The Fighting Murderflies murder Team Sleeping Pussy, with Ego The Living Planet leading the way! We ask for a moment of silence for Year One Draftee Ewok #40. Rest in peace lil buddy. .......
It seems Vampire Hal Jordan's temporary power upgrade is the only good to come from the thus far disasterous draft pick, The Nut-Busters' ship Event Horizon. Even the enhanced vampire was not enough to stop The Highness from getting their first win on their home turf, Mogo.
The slumpbusters continue over in The Lucas Conference, as The Grindhouse stops The Slave's Samurai Josh's world domination/ stock market manipulation scheme, en route to securing their first victory for the season! Who knew Yellow Lantern's meticulous coupon cutting and forgotten spare change would come in handy? YL Becks knew. That's who.
Speaking of Beckerman, B-3 defeats The Empire, thanks to Obivion, General Zod, and the old "No air in space" clause. B-3 marches on, and a reeling Empire looks to right the ship.
The Midget's/ Rabblerousers match was the place to be to see various Lantern Corps facing off, cosmic entities duking it out, and finally, Transformers getting scrapped! The specialized Midgets took down The Rabblerousers in all sectors of space!
Finally, a truly epic battle occurred between The Horsemen and The Comanndos!!! A mere recap cannot do justice to this masterful tale! Luckily, this is the kind of thing FFL On Demand was made for! Order your subsciption now!
Meanwhile, Pepper Brooks is always on demand for a report on Graveyard Points! Pepper!
Muhmuh muh muhmuh muhmuh muhmuhmuh muh muhmuh muhmuh muhmuhmuhmuh muhmuh muhmuh muhmuh muh. Muh muh muh muhmuhmuhm muhmuh muh muhm muhmuh! Muhmuh muhmuh muh muhmuh muhmuhmuh. Muh muhmuh!!!
Thanks Pep! I learn something new from you everyday! In Week 5, The FFL returns to the dreaded Playoff Planet, where new rivalries are made, and old wounds are reopened. Some teams will execute amazing plays, but unfortunately, there are also those that get offed in this intense week! Stay tuned to The Ocho, as we come to you LIVE from Belgium for the Bossaball Invitational! For The Ocho, I'm Cotton McKnight. Thank you, and goodnight.
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