The Syndicate

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Once I ate a tooth.
I had soaked it in vermouth.
It hurt, that's the truth.

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Can we do limericks now?

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My ol' dog gums bones
Cause he only gots dentures;
a chew adventure.

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Pluto wrote:NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! You fools could have taken anyone, but you took my WIFE INSTEAD?!?!?! WHAT THE.....

Oh wait, if she's dead now....and I'm god of the underworld.....never mind then! I get her year-round! Don't worry, Ceres. We'll still visit for holidays....assuming you aren't up to no good.

I look forward to hearing from an un-insanified Artemis as well as some of her voters. I do have plans today but I'm going to try and get my head wrapped around this game more at some point today.

I done died.

Persephone, you're a car right? Can I have a ride?

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Bye!

(hoped you enjoyed my posts).

Thanks to S~V~S and Juliets for another killer game.

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Apollo wrote:
Chronos wrote:
Medusa wrote:Pluto and Eros, not contributing is not a jab at low posters. It means, not giving opinions or asking questions about posts, not actively searching for suspects, etc. can you two give reasons why you think it's more likely that Fortuna is a civ? Can you give reasons why you think that being suspicious of Fortuna makes someone bad?

And no, the only point I saw brought up about Artemis was a 'possible' slip, which she defended, and was even defended by another civ, Prometheus. Admittedly, I was a bit suspicious of Prom, but when he flipped civ, I stopped debating the whole 'possible slip' thing. If there was something more compelling about Artemis, then I must have missed it. Surviving a lynch could be due to a civ role, so Im holding off on her. The slip idea just didn't cut it for me.

Linki- Chronos, I have no clue. I don't know how to interpret Fortuna's silence. She apparently has defenders, which could also be a civ situation. It might be coming down to one group of defenders vs. another.
Just wondering if you thought it was possible....

I'm placing my vote on Athena today... but tomrorow I'd like to ehar from ARtemis.
You actually placed your vote for Artemis, just FYI.

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To answer your question about what my favourite Rube Goldberg machine might be, it is the breakfast machine shown in the opening of Pee Wee's Big Adventure.

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I said: 'Brr... it's cold in here
there must be some Clovers in the at-mos-phere.'

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Eros wrote:
Apollo wrote:
Pluto wrote:
Apollo wrote:What do you want to hear from me about, Pluto? I didn't entirely understand your post, but I would be happy to answer any questions.
I'm sorry. I misworded that. It was supposed to read "Apollo's suspicions". I get your reasoning behind Athena, and I could see that being a possibility. But I feel like there was someone else you were looking at today, and I can't remember who it was or what it was for.
The other suspect I am looking at today is Fortuna, because Persephone pointed out that she was saying "yes, I agree" a lot without contributing anything new, which is something baddies do a lot. She has failed to do anything to defend herself, which makes me worry about her as well.

Who are you looking at? I realize you were ketchup-bot-ified for a day, but I feel like you've been chatty without really advancing any theories of who might be bad?
I would vote for you before Tychee.

Especially since I've got a Keno tournament this weekend.

But seriously.

Let's have a pinwheel-making contest!
http://www.paper-source.com/cgi-bin/pap ... wheel.html

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What's everyone doing for Halloween? Maybe a corn maze?

I found this locator for corn mazes if you want to give it a shot.
http://www.themaize.com/map_locations.php

Or perhaps you don't want to pop any corn this autumn. And you want to pop bubble wrap instead. Well, have I got the application for you: http://www.virtual-bubblewrap.com/popnow.shtml

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http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2106476/?ref_=sr_1

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Maze Generator.

http://www.mazegenerator.net/

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Just Say No: http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2013/1 ... -corn-oreo

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Apollo wrote:I also am keeping an eye on Artemis, but I think I would rather wait until I can ask her how she survived a lynch and get a coherent answer.

http://ia700502.us.archive.org/28/items ... Huxley.pdf

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Let's make soapbox derby cars!

http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Soapbox-Derby-Car

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Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Though wise men at their end know dark is right,
Because their words had forked no lightning they
Do not go gentle into that good night.

Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,
And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,
Do not go gentle into that good night.

Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

And you, my father, there on the sad height,
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

- Poet Dylan Thomas.

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http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0807721/combined

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How many gods does it take to screw in a lightbulb?

10 or 12 if it's those Norse gods. They were never too bright.

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This one time I was at work and I worked really late, right. Well, when I left, the power went out while I was in the elevator, and mid way between levels. I called a friend from work and she called HR who called this person and that person and they eventually came to rescue me.

The worst part is that I had to pee when I got in the elevator, but the bathrooms on the bottom are way nicer, so I thought I'd use them on the way out the door. Worst decision ever. And no I didn't wet my pants or anything, but it was a very uncomfortable 45 mins (and I didn't know how long it would be).

That is what it is like being on Olympus. The nicest bathrooms are on earth.

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I like breakfast cereal. Do you like breakfast cereal?

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http://www.npr.org/blogs/monkeysee/2013 ... collection

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Does anyone listen to This American Life?

This weekend they had a special on Diana, Huntress of the Bus Driver. You can read/listen here:http://www.thisamericanlife.org/diana-h ... s-drivers/

In case you didn't know, the Greeks know me as Artemis, but the Romans call(ed) me Diana.

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Sufjan Stevens says: "Say Yes! to M!ch!gan!" so I shall.

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Artemis is runk so votes eors

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Quick Thoughts:

Someone asked me who I think is suspicious. Well, I'm not sure yet. No one is particularly pingy or maybe just everyone is pingy because I only have ideas about who some of you are. Does that make sense? I'm waiting for an epiphany.

I'm going to watch the thread (as the day allows) to see if I get any better ideas on how to vote. I'd like to know a little more about Eros's rationale for Mars for his vote, but I don't think it's inherently suspicious. Yet. There are several things floating out there on where to let your vote lie today, but I don't know --- nothing seems very substantial yet.

In other news, I think Ceres' insanification has been the most entertaining insanification to date.

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Persephone wrote:First how awesome Laura's role is interactive it should be a huge help for us! I agree with her that it is indeed likely that Hinzelman voted for Wisconsin. I do wonder about the tie, if it was a tie.

As far as the Artemis/Athena go I do find it odd Artemis wrote a lot of civs then went on to say several civs. Athena's strong reaction is well idk. Let me discuss this.
Arte: I agree it is likely that civs voted for Wisconsin but it could just as easily be baddies and/or indy's in there as well so to say a lot or several civs seems to be like glossing over what you have posted. Again how do you know there were a lot/several civs and not baddies and/or indy's.
Athena: Nice to know you think so highly of yourself Modest aren't you? lol I have to ask you how do you know there are not a lot of civ's who voted Wisconsin? Why are you so intent of throwing all this at Arte? I mean I voted Wisconsin too but you seem to be distracting us from looking at Wisconsin voters and instead drawing eyes to Arte. Why? I do find what he said odd but I find some things you have said odd as well. Why not look at the Wisconsin voters? Is it because you voted Wisconsin as well?

Both of Arte and Athena should be looked at by everyone to see how they feel. I like looking at all sides and have no problem with closer scrutiny in my direction because of my vote for Wisconsin.

But maybe we should look at those who have just latched onto this without adding any of their own originality to the discussion aka Fortuna. here is her post:
Fortuna wrote: Interesting. I agree with Athena. Can you explain yourself Artemis?
So what was interesting? What do YOU think about what Arte said? What Athena said? You have just jumped in on this but yet added nothing yourself if it is so interesting I would think you would tell us what is so interesting.

Sure baddies will say "There are a lot/several civs who voted X" I have seen it happen but I have also seen players like Fortuna latching on without putting themselves out there in the limelight like Athena did. I am going to be very interested to see what happens with these three as this day progresses.

Why would someone insanify my Mom Ceres? I do not remember anything in her posts but perhaps I should read back she may have struck someones nerve. It does seem as if she is saying she thinks Poseidon is Mr Stone because of how Mr Stones picture was added late and that Poseidon had shown up late as well. They both showed up around the same time - is this right Mother? I also think she is saying Arte is a smooth tongued poster.

Prometheus' seeming to defend Arte pinged me slightly.

Still watching Apollo who has quieted down a bit today - but so did I because of rl. So yes I am still a bit suspicious of him from day 1.

Eros post about Mars has me wondering what you mean. Explain please. Some might say that post of yours is bullshit as you do not explain what makes it bullshit. lol

Gosh we are so lucky to have so much to discuss. It will hopefully lead to a better lynch than the last one.

I will be in and out today to discuss.

I have time for one post, so I will try to sum everything up in one.

I am purely speculating regarding the voters. I had momentarily forgot how dangerous that is in mafia, because then you are the first sacrificed offered up. I don't like to use precise words, so don't get hung up on "a lot" versus "several." I'd still use either today. To me, it doesn't make sense for baddies to vote Wisconsin any more than it would for civs to vote -- cause Hinzelmann is an SK. I don't think voting for a SK's homestate would be beneficial to baddies, but then again, that's mere speculation. It seems like the SK could come after us as much as the baddie contingents.

I do however think it's very plausible the SK could have safely voted for himself in amongst all those voters. It would be all too easy to hide. I think over time we can root Hinzelmann out of there, but I think purely voting Wisconsin voters tonight would be folly -- I think there's still far too many civs making up the makeup of that selection. That said, I don't have an info-gathering role or BTS to allow me to know who is who, so it's all raw data that I was simply trying to talk aloud and make sense of.

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Athena wrote:
Artemis wrote:
Athena wrote:
Artemis wrote:A lot of civs voted for Wisconsin
How do you know this? Seems to me, only a baddie would be able to say that.
Or anyone that can count.

Okay, I don't know it. There's way too many people that voted for that option for their not to be several civs sprinkled in there who didn't read the role list closely enough. Even the hosts alluded to the lack of careful reading in the Day Post.
That's not what you said above. You said "a lot of civs." That's a different statement than "several sprinkled in there". And 7 isn't way too many people, IMHO to make assumptions like that.

I'm not anti-Semantic, okay, but this is ridiculous. For your argument, the opposite is just as true. How about: I know there are civs in there because I am a civ and know who some are? The pendulum swings both ways, ya know.

Several is 4 or more. To me, that is a lot in a game of 20+ people. That's nothing if not reasonable.

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Aphrodite wrote:Well my lovelies, I was a bit preoccupied the last few days. There was a rousing party with lots of strapping young men that I simply could not bear to leave. And what would a party be without glamorous me there to bring a little life (and seduction)? Now I am back to grace you with my presence again. I will try to be more focused on our proceedings, but with Vesta constantly harping on virginity it was beginning to feel a bit tedious. I mean, really! All these attractive gods and goddesses, why shouldn't we enjoy ourselves? Don't get your panties in such bundle Vesta darling, life can be much more fun!

To the question of whether Hinzelman gained something from the move to Wisconsin, I can't imagine how he didn't given the fact our host seemed to imply exactly that. I will likely be looking at Wisconsin voters for my lynch vote.

I'm very used to us being at loggerheads due to our different bedside...morals, but you are speaking some sense there, madam.

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Athena wrote:
Artemis wrote:A lot of civs voted for Wisconsin
How do you know this? Seems to me, only a baddie would be able to say that.

Or anyone that can count.

Okay, I don't know it. There's way too many people that voted for that option for their not to be several civs sprinkled in there who didn't read the role list closely enough. Even the hosts alluded to the lack of careful reading in the Day Post.

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Medusa wrote:
Artemis wrote:
S~V~S wrote: He snapped up and looked out towards the road. He, and the Buick, were standing in the middle of a frozen lake in Lakeside, Wisconsin, yes Wisconsin, home of Hinzelmann, the Serial Killer
Well played, Wisconsin voters.
Are you thinking Hinzelmann was among the Wisconsin voters?

I think it more likely than not. A lot of civs voted for Wisconsin, so it would be all too easy for him to hide amongst them. Further, we don't know if Hinzelmann has any recruitment or vote compelling abilities. I just checked and his role doesn't say "*Secrets*", but I wouldn't rule it out as a unwritten ability.

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S~V~S wrote: He snapped up and looked out towards the road. He, and the Buick, were standing in the middle of a frozen lake in Lakeside, Wisconsin, yes Wisconsin, home of Hinzelmann, the Serial Killer

Well played, Wisconsin voters.

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Eerie, Indiana.

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Poop on a placard.

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Vesta wrote:I was going to random between low posters, but the flip flopping votes makes me

I am going with Hermes cause there is legit suspicion as opposed to Day 1 randomness. I do not agree with him and Prom-boy that Day 1 silencing matters less than later in the game. I think it matters
less later frankly as you have had more of an opportunity to discuss your thoughts.

votes Hermes

This swayed me. I voted before Prometheus checked in. I think the case on Herpes in more compelling, so I am throwing my lot in with that. If the fakers are faking,I want them to contact me so we can steal the Hope Diamond by switching out the real deal with a fake.

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As someone would say "Crap on a catapault." I thought I had posted my vote rationale over an hour ago but it was eaten.

Anyway, before Poseidon checked in(I wished you had gotten here 5 mins earlier, and I wouldn't have voted you

), I wrote something like this:

"I know Poseidon is an unpopular choice right now, but there's just so little to go on today. Even more than usual since we are using the socket monkeys. Since he is an LP and a non-voter, that gives him the little bit of edge against the other LPs. I don't like voting straight up LPs, but I'm sure we will have more to go on by the next vote."

I also made a joke that although Poseidon is the Horse God, he is not the Hoarse God, so hopefully he will speak soon. And now he has. Laugh at my joke.

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Persephone wrote:so I am looking at Mars and Apollo plus all those I listed with just one post each.

I am glad we have this contest - it is giving us something to look at for this lynch.
Thanks Juliets!

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Linky Vesta - what do you think of everyone mentioning Poseidon when he is not the only one with only one post?

I know this wasn't directed at me - but I think he got more of the focus because Poseidon missed the Night 0 vote - it looks like a lot of the other low posters (if not all of them) voted.

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I do not relish the idea of a Phoenix or Medusa vote either. I think we've all been in that position of being silenced or insane (in the membrane, as mortals may state), and it's frustrating to not be able to defend oneself.

Are there any other good options besides Poseidon?

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I wonder if Medusa has any favorite footwear.

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Ceres wrote:
Apollo wrote:Apollo, God of the Sun, is not finding the role list all that useful due to all the secrets, but your advice is well-taken Persephone.
I raised her well.

Yeah great parenting. How about the whole lesson on not eating pomegranates when visiting Hades?

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