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Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2011 19:46
I was speaking with someone about the crazy BOTP comics of the 70s... there was a set from the US and a set from the UK. The people who did them clearly weren't familiar with the Tasunoko art style (or even the Sandy Frank art style) and there are some utterly ridiculous things in there. I thought it might be fun to post some panels every so often, so that we can enjoy the results of their efforts.
From the US BOTP comics...
So... what is Zoltar doing? Exercising? He looks like he's trying to touch his toes! And I think the Great Spirit's monitor needs to be touched up with Zark's window cleaner...
So... what is Zoltar doing? Exercising? He looks like he's trying to touch his toes! And I think the Great Spirit's monitor needs to be touched up with Zark's window cleaner...
Zoltar looks more like batman from the '60s/'70s. He's either doing toe touches or maybe some weird Spectran bowing ritual that we've never seen before.
Capturing Seven-Zark-Seven? Can we help?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2011 20:03
Maybe, if we're really lucky, Zoltar will destroy 
too! 
too!
Can't you see the team going undercover to Spectra to make sure that this particular fiendish plan actually works.....
I'm thinking everyone should just be glad whoever made Zoltar's tights did a good job. It looks almost like a failed attempt to moon the galaxy. And, yes, I agree he has a batman look to him
Heck, the team would probable sell Zark to him for a nickel and give back ten cents change.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2011 20:38
Maybe Zoltar is trying to pick up an invisible box...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2011 00:58
That's a great addition, LB!
LOL ... I agree ... is it such a fiendish scheme, that of taking Zark out of the Team's way! They'd probably be doing the Team a favour!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe Zoltar is trying to pick up an invisible box...... or maybe he has just puked on hearing Zark's name!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2011 04:47
LOL, I like that suggestion Springie and had a real good chuckle at yours Marie.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 May 2011 13:11
That's great, LB! What a fiendish plan!!!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2011 13:37
Zoltar is practicing the exercises they're going to force Zark to do until his arms fall off and he pops all of his bolts.
Lure him with Susan! That's hysterical!
TJ, remember this? I think it's been almost three years... I can't remember who you'd borrowed the book from though.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2011 16:16
LOL, that is great LB.
WHat I am wondering though is why is Princess lying on the ground in your modified edition?
Did she collapse upon hearing Mark's comment?
Um, because "smut" is harder to do when you're standing up...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 May 2011 16:50
Oh come on now, LB! I happen to know that you've written smut in a variety of positions! 
That was actually from my book. Since then I've acquired most of the comics in color.
It was finding those on my hard drive that gave me the idea for this thread.
That was actually from my book. Since then I've acquired most of the comics in color.
It was finding those on my hard drive that gave me the idea for this thread.
Bwahahahaha...I had forgotten about that! LB- you are a master at rewording!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2011 19:02
That was great, LB! You're so creative and witty!
Originally posted by lborgia88 TJ, remember this? I think it's been almost three years... I can't remember who you'd borrowed the book from though.I laugh so hard and loud that papa went runing to my room to see if I was cryng and it is so early! Iborgia, you made mi early morning more shiner
Thanks!
My favourite part of this comic is their flip-up visors -very handy for when they want to kiss! I don't understand why this useful helmet feature was never revealed in the series itself!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh come on now, LB! I happen to know that you've written smut in a variety of positions!Well, previously innocent Gold-Key-Comic-Princess here has only just been exposed to fanfiction smut. I am sure she will get more creative soon...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 May 2011 03:06
You're cracking me up, LB! I can see why such a confused expression on Mark's face at the end!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 May 2011 06:55
I love the flip-up visors too! How convenient! Of course, if might not be convenient if they were flying around and the wind flipped them up, or some such...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 May 2011 15:28
Makes eating easier and don't forget, it reveals their faces for all those enemies trying to identofy them.
LOL...I forgot about this, but evidently those visors *do* flip up!
Gatch 2 Joe's Visor
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 May 2011 19:35
At least, they do on the space suits!
Good recall there, Springie!
It's a full face cover that he flips up here, but it does suggest what it would look like if their regular visors flipped up.
But he's doing it to use binoculars, not to kiss... 
But he's doing it to use binoculars, not to kiss...
Okay, since you all wanted to see Zoltar's diabolical plot being fulfilled... here is Zoltar kidnapping Zark!
I love his Superman pose and friendly wave! This Zoltar clearly thinks he's one of the good guys...
And don't ask about the uniforms on the goons... I think they had more variety in costuming than the goons in canon!
I love his Superman pose and friendly wave! This Zoltar clearly thinks he's one of the good guys...
And don't ask about the uniforms on the goons... I think they had more variety in costuming than the goons in canon!
Zoltar still looks like batman though.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 May 2011 10:52
Maybe he should have a giant 'Z' on his belt buckle!
Poor. poor Zark! 
And he'd been expecting to meet Susan... 
And he'd been expecting to meet Susan...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 May 2011 16:04
He could always show Zoltar his fosdic. Did I just say that?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 May 2011 16:07
Originally posted by Becky Rock He could always show Zoltar his fosdic. Did I just say that?Oh, yes you did!!!!!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 May 2011 16:49
Originally posted by Becky Rock He could always show Zoltar his fosdic. Did I just say that?
(Some things should not be seen.)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 May 2011 18:34
I'm with UW on that one!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 May 2011 19:03
Now, we all know Zark is perverted. He could keep Zoltar busy while the team did what they do best.
TJ, you have to show more of this comic!
What do they do to Zark?
OMG- LB...you rock! Thanks for the giggle!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 5 May 2011 05:34
clearly Zoltar is now one of the good guys - he/she's getting rid of zark.
(and why is he wearing a jumper?!)
ps have you noticed that, they are..all of the "Square jaw" style of drawing that was popular in the early 1930-1940 superhero comics (this includes the women for zoltars he/she days)
LB, that's awesome!!!!!! 
So perfect!!!
Since you want to know what happens.... here's a spoiler.... Since Zark is soooo intelligent and omniscient, he suspected in advance that something was up, and the Zark that Zoltar kidnapped... was a fake Zark! The real Zark was safe at Center Neptune all along. 
Sigh...
ETA LB, I was thinking of perhaps posting a couple of interesting panels or pages from these comics a couple of times a week. I've been starting to go through them again, and some of this stuff just has to be shared!
So perfect!!!
Since you want to know what happens.... here's a spoiler.... Since Zark is soooo intelligent and omniscient, he suspected in advance that something was up, and the Zark that Zoltar kidnapped... was a fake Zark! The real Zark was safe at Center Neptune all along. Sigh...
ETA LB, I was thinking of perhaps posting a couple of interesting panels or pages from these comics a couple of times a week. I've been starting to go through them again, and some of this stuff just has to be shared!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 May 2011 14:30
LB, I had a good giggle at your changes. Thank you.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 May 2011 15:33
I think I read somewhere that the writers at Gold Key weren't all that knowledgeable about the TV shows they adapted.
I believe it. I recall a Star Trek comic that had Spock speaking and reacting in a very un-Spock manner. The only other explanation was that the original script had called for one of the other characters to be in that fix. Someone made the decision to change to Spock, and all they did was tell the artist to draw Spock. (And left it a bit late, as I seem to recall at least one set of round ears.) No, I don't have them anymore.
But that Zark crapola could have come right out of the show. Why not share Zark's cleverness with the readers? Let them snicker at Zoltar as he schemes to kidnap the talking egg -- and ends up with a giant Zippo instead.
Hhmm: if I could draw, BotP Zoltar could diss Gold Key Zoltar's wardrobe.
But I do like the Luminous One being a pair of evil-looking eyes staring out of an amorphous mass on the screen. (Good thing they didn't try for its appearance from the show. God knows what it would look like!)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 May 2011 16:36
That was great LB! My son liked it too.
A fake Zark? I thought they'd allow Zark to be kidnapped so he could drive Zoltar crazy.
That reminds me of the fic Gatchtots. Zoltar uses a ray to turn the team bac into kids and they drive both Anderson and Zoltar nuts. One of my favorite reads when I need a good laugh.
Thanks for the reminder, Becky. That's a fun read. 
Julie K.
Julie K.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 May 2011 15:44
Didn't Gold Key have the team armed with some type of guns also?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 May 2011 16:54
I think there's a freeze gun in one story, IIRC.
Okay, there are sooooo many things wrong with this picture, I'm just going to mention one or two of the more obvious ones. I'll let the rest of you mentioned the others. And there's LOTS to mention!
So of course, the big thing is that the G-Force civvies... are not civvies! Only Keyop is wearing a numbered shirt, and it's fuschia.
And what is with the big 'GF' on Jason's shirt? I guess now he's advertising that he's in G-Force? (Yes, in case you're curious, Mark is blond!)
So of course, the big thing is that the G-Force civvies... are not civvies! Only Keyop is wearing a numbered shirt, and it's fuschia.
And what is with the big 'GF' on Jason's shirt? I guess now he's advertising that he's in G-Force? (Yes, in case you're curious, Mark is blond!)
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 May 2011 07:37
Princess is wearing a dress. And what is the Phoenix doing in the background? If they are in civvies, why would they fly in on the Phoenix?
As for the GF on Jason's shirt, maybe he needs reminders that he is on the team. (Because of that head injury he received while rescuing the puppy.) 
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 May 2011 09:30
Originally posted by Transmute Jun (Yes, in case you're curious, Mark is blond!)And, Jason's hair is blue like Princess's! Even Tiny and Keyop decided to go for blond!
Originally posted by clouddancer And what is the Phoenix doing in the background? If they are in civvies, why would they fly in on the Phoenix? ...... and, leave it whilst still in their civvies in front of public eyes at the Airport?! Regarding the "GF" on Jason's shirt, it surely doesn't stand for "Girlfriend"!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 May 2011 14:36
How about 'Go Figure'?
I found this set online and downloaded them. I've noticed that while the writers and artists really had no clue with what they were doing, the scripts were more in-line with what BotP was. The artwork on the Top Cow series is much better though, even if their scripts were a bit out of line.
OMG- funny pic! Mark reminds me of Fred from Scooby Doo!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 May 2011 17:00
EEEKKKKKK!!!!!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2011 01:13
Originally posted by Springie OMG- funny pic! Mark reminds me of Fred from Scooby Doo!Was thinking Shaggy.
Great one, TJ! Still laughing here at Princess' and Jason's blue hair...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And what is with the big 'GF' on Jason's shirt?Maybe Chief Anderson sold them out in return for corporate sponsorships, and it stands for "General Foods"? I know that I'm not good at all at "packing light," but their luggage sure looks awfully small! Whatever place they're visiting, I hope they're not staying long...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2011 07:40
Well if you think of the 'normal' Team, they'd be experts at packing light... not very many clothes to pack! Of course, with this team... who knows?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2011 09:12
And, oddly enough, notwithstanding the compact luggage size overall, the males seem to have more luggage than the only one female in the Team!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2011 10:00
Princess does have a purse, and as we know a woman can carry just about anything and everything in her purse.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2011 16:49
Princess is smart. The guys are carrying her luggage.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 May 2011 07:02
Funny, no one has mentioned that Princess' civilian clothes are... a pink dress! You'd think she'd be sick of that...
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 10 May 2011 18:43
The background reminds me of a mix of The Jettsons and Mos Eilsey Tattooine
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 May 2011 07:48
Continuing in the same story as the previous panel... Tiny was on his way to a wrestling match. And guess who wins?
This whole storyline smacks of Gallack X (the challenger is Spectran and not quite all he seems). But of course the ridiculous thing is the GF on Tiny's chest, and that they loudly announce that he's fron G-Force! Unbelievable!
This whole storyline smacks of Gallack X (the challenger is Spectran and not quite all he seems). But of course the ridiculous thing is the GF on Tiny's chest, and that they loudly announce that he's fron G-Force! Unbelievable!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 May 2011 11:00
I noticed the announcement that Tiny is from G-force. Way to keep your identity secret!
I wonder if they are trying to show Spectra being even "denser" than they were in the show.
Nice outfit and blond hair for Tiny! What were these artists smoking? LOL
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 May 2011 15:43
And we all know that wrestling is scripted. Which the writers apparently did not know.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 May 2011 18:28
Maybe the different hair colors are disguises.
Yikes, I know BOTP sometimes played a little fast and loose with it, but these comics completely chucked the whole superhero 'secret identity' thing, didn't they? Hey there, announcer, you forget to tell the universe that his last name is "Harper"!
Hey there, announcer, you forget to tell the universe that his last name is "Harper"!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun This whole storyline smacks of Gallack X (the challenger is Spectran and not quite all he seems).And the manager/trainer there does look like he could be Zoltar in disguise! Has the right hair color, at any rate...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 May 2011 06:20
I never thought of the hair color as being disguises.... as it is, Mark's hair color changes occasionally, and so does Keyop's. And Keyop's shirt sometimes changes to a bright blue (instead of bright fuschia).
TheSolarSailor
Junior Member
posted 13 May 2011 01:18
Originally posted by UnpublishedWriter I think I read somewhere that the writers at Gold Key weren't all that knowledgeable about the TV shows they adapted.Yes, Gold Key always put forth laughable adaptations. The Enterprise in Star Trek was drawn with fire and smoke shooting out of its warp nacelles because, apparently, starships are rocket propelled! I recall a Dark Shadows comic book where vampire Barnabas Collins was flying with his cape and cane like a superhero. And of course, Battle of the Planets. I was always puzzled by the weird drawings and oddball colors used for my favorite characters back when I was a child. The entire team had on the wrong colors, among other oddities.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 May 2011 07:22
You got it, Solar Sailor! It's so funny to see these now!
I never saw these comics as a kid 
because I grew up in Canada, and while I looked, I ever found any BOTP merchandise there. I know I would have been begging my parents for it if I had discovered some!
because I grew up in Canada, and while I looked, I ever found any BOTP merchandise there. I know I would have been begging my parents for it if I had discovered some!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 13 May 2011 19:25
Barbarians!!!!
how dare they portray my wonderful Owl like (well he lookes like a Jelly Baby), maybe if this were a Sumo wrestling contest it may have worked.
out of curiosity would he be allowed to enter the contest especially since he has an unfair advantage with the implants?
TheSolarSailor
Junior Member
posted 13 May 2011 19:37
\I never saw these comics as a kidI am guessing I got my one or two issues at the store, but I can't clearly recall. What I do recall is being frustrated over how badly drawn it was. I was a HUGE fan of Battle of the Planets back then, and even as an 8 year old it was obvious that these artists and writers didn't get the show. The adventures were sort of fun, but they didn't hold a candle to even my least favorite episodes. I believe the issue I had (maybe number 5) had to do with a jungle and some robot plants or something. Anyhow, like you, there was really no BOTP material available for us other than an occasional comic book or maybe a lunch box. Had there been, I'd have been begging for it as well. As it stands, I was a creative little boy and would make construction paper wings and tape them on to whatever figure I had and pretend. I used Star Wars, Buck Rogers, and The Black Hole figures for G-Force! I would make the Phoenix out of Legos, or once I even made a cardboard one that I colored with kids paint. It was cool back then, though we may all laugh at it now if it were possible to see it again. I remember, I even had a die-cast metal Shogun Warrior who reminded me a lot of Zoltar! Ah, those were the days! Sadly, I don't see kids using their imaginations like that anymore. Using your imagination was the absolute BEST! It was so much fun!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 13 May 2011 20:18
Buck Rogers!!!
Oh! that brings back memories and the Robot Twiki.
I remember jumping of the tractor and chook shed with a sheet tie around my neck trying to fly and hooning around on the ride on mower with the dog on the back pretending to be a trucker like B.J and the bear.
Do you remember Voyagers (1982-1983)with Jon-Erik Hexum, he had a device called on Omni that helped him travel through time, it was like a entertaining history show
I vaguely remember wanting to marry either BJ or Jon-Erik when I grew up (their lives seemed so much more exiting than my own)
and my evil villain was a Cockatoo called Godrey who use to hid under our bed and bite the back of our feet, then chase us up the hall wings extended screeching and laughing at us (the previous owner was so please, he'd spent years trying to teach that bird to talk)
Oh! that brings back memories and the Robot Twiki.
I remember jumping of the tractor and chook shed with a sheet tie around my neck trying to fly and hooning around on the ride on mower with the dog on the back pretending to be a trucker like B.J and the bear.
Do you remember Voyagers (1982-1983)with Jon-Erik Hexum, he had a device called on Omni that helped him travel through time, it was like a entertaining history show
I vaguely remember wanting to marry either BJ or Jon-Erik when I grew up (their lives seemed so much more exiting than my own)
and my evil villain was a Cockatoo called Godrey who use to hid under our bed and bite the back of our feet, then chase us up the hall wings extended screeching and laughing at us (the previous owner was so please, he'd spent years trying to teach that bird to talk)
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 05:44
Originally posted by TheSolarSailor Sadly, I don't see kids using their imaginations like that anymore. Using your imagination was the absolute BEST! It was so much fun!I quite agree there Solar Sailor, but I think the biggest problem is the parents who do not allow the children to use their imaginations. These parents feel they have to give their children everything or always supply the latest video game or DVD instead of letting them go and play on their own. On the other hand, I went outside last weekend to do some gardening and my neighbour was packing his truck for a weekend trip, he had his two grandsons over. They had bought a new electric toy car for the boys to ride in. But what were they doing? Playing "airplane" with the box the toy came out of. He walked away shaking his head. I thought it was great to see! And then imagined a young Eagle or Condor doing such a thing.
TheSolarSailor
Junior Member
posted 14 May 2011 06:56
Buck Rogers!!!Elfeek2 Oh! that brings back memories and the Robot Twiki.Buck Rogers, Wonder Woman, Battlestar Galactica, The Incredible Hulk, The Six Million Dollar man...those were the days for TV! I had a lot of the figures and such, but not many playsets for them. I would build my own bases and create my own stories, sometimes in the correct universe and sometimes using my figures for other ideas...like Battle of the Planets for instance. I drew a picture of the Luminous One on paper, colored it, cut it out and taped it to the inside of a frisbee and propped it up on the wall. Tada, it was all I needed! I remember debating whether Zoltar was a girl when I was in 3rd grade with a friend of mine who also loved the show. The Alien Bigfoot episode was disturbing to me. I mean, Zoltar might be a girl?????? It was a scary thought. I didn't know what to think! That was too far out there for my naive little mind. How funny, knowing what we know now!
On the other hand, I went outside last weekend to do some gardening and my neighbour was packing his truck for a weekend trip, he had his two grandsons over. They had bought a new electric toy car for the boys to ride in. But what were they doing? Playing "airplane" with the box the toy came out of. He walked away shaking his head. I thought it was great to see! And then imagined a young Eagle or Condor doing such a thing.Sounds like there is hope yet!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 May 2011 09:53
LOL, I remember taking my dolls out to the backyard and doing 'outdoor scenes' in the grass and on rocks. My brother did this with his Star Wars action figures too.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 May 2011 10:30
Okay, time for another image...
Something has happened to Princess! Strangely, Jason's not more concerned about what has happened to everyone's hair color and civilian attire.
And WTH is the Jetmobile?????
Something has happened to Princess! Strangely, Jason's not more concerned about what has happened to everyone's hair color and civilian attire.
And WTH is the Jetmobile?????
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 10:44
TJ, the picture is one of those red X's.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 10:48
Try again, Becky. I saw it.
Mark is still blond, Keyop is wearing a pink #4 shirt, and Jason has black hair and black T-shirt.
Princess is in trouble, and it's off to the 'Jetmobile.'
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 11:04
It's good now. My husband was streaming the practice at Indianapolis earlier and he screwed up some of my settings.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 12:54
Hmmmm, are we to assume the Jetmobile is the Phoenix?
And maybe in another frame it is explains, but how do they know Princess is in trouble? None of them are wearing a communication device. (Well we can not see one anyways.)
The Jetmobile is actually some kind of random 'land speeder' type thing. Mark knew Princess was in trouble because she was able to click on some kind of 'homing beacon' that she had concealed on her person.
ETA: This reveals all the answers for you, UW!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 13:49
It was CD who had the questions.
'Jetmobile' -- snicker
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 13:54
Originally posted by UnpublishedWriter It was CD who had the questions. 'Jetmobile' -- snickerthat is alright. I am use to being ignored, it is happening all the time at work right now. My Principal has pushed off an evaluation meeting we were supposed to have 3 times now.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 May 2011 14:07
Originally posted by clouddancer that is alright. I am use to being ignored, it is happening all the time at work right now. My Principal has pushed off an evaluation meeting we were supposed to have 3 times now.I wasn't ignoring you, CD, I was just not paying attention. My bad.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 14:12
Originally posted by Transmute JunI guess I should have said "overlooked". And no worries TJ, I know you did not do it intentionally.Originally posted by clouddancer that is alright. I am use to being ignored, it is happening all the time at work right now. My Principal has pushed off an evaluation meeting we were supposed to have 3 times now.I wasn't ignoring you, CD, I was just not paying attention. My bad.
I mentioned to a co-worker, yesterday as I was leaving, what was it that made me such a "pushover?" Most the time I do not mind, but evaluations are stressful in the first place, having to prepare myself three (and now four) times is even more so.
Originally posted by clouddancer I mentioned to a co-worker, yesterday as I was leaving, what was it that made me such a "pushover?" Most the time I do not mind, but evaluations are stressful in the first place, having to prepare myself three (and now four) times is even more so.CD, talk to your union rep. That is really unforgivable and irresponsible on your principal's part.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2011 17:30
Amethyst, each time it was not my principals fault. The first time it could be said it was my fault. He told me Friday and I assumed he meant the Friday of THAT week, not the following week.
Since then the problem has been unscheduled emergency meetings, set by the board, that have had him miss out on evaluating me. Or, a death in his family. He is not doing this intentionally, I just happen be getting the "fall out" so to speak.
It is also what I get for trying to rush (push up) my evaluation (I requested this be done now, it is not something that is scheduled to be done). After being missed again on Friday, I told him lets just forget about it for this year, but now he really wants to get it done since he has so many to complete next school year.
I do know I will get a good evaluation what ever happens, since he likes me so much and knows the work I do with my class, but ANY evaluation, or having someone in the class to observe you, is stressful.
Originally posted by clouddancer ANY evaluation, or having someone in the class to observe you, is stressful.I hear you on that. I once had a parent show up, in the office, demanding to see my classroom (by contract we were entitled 24 hours notice), it was not a good day, and I said no. She then showed up at my classroom anyway and it turned to chaos. I think that was the primary reason I was not rehired, as the administration sided with the parent (who might have had a justified complaint if her son ever did any work). I was just glad to be free from that district. Unfortunately, it was bad timing as California quit hiring English teachers that next year and I missed out on prime hiring season because my VP dragged his feet writing a recommendation. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you that the next schedule Eval goes off without a hitch!
I'm lucky that I don't get an official eval this year. We are evaluated every other year once we are tenured. Although, I would'nt have minded this year...I have the best class I've ever had. I'm going to miss them!
I know you'll do great with the eval, CD!
Amethyst, what grade do you teach again?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 May 2011 08:22
I didn't have any in-class evaluations for years. I guess my student evaluation scores were good enough they never bothered. Then i was evaluated 2 years in a row and everything was fine. So I haven't been evaluated since. There's no set schedule, and every Spring I keep waiting for it, but never want to ask if it's coming, KWIM?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 May 2011 10:48
Good luck with your evaluation, CD!
TJ ... I've just had the chance to view the last couple of comic pieces you sent and I'm still laughing! Thanks again for sharing!
TJ ... I've just had the chance to view the last couple of comic pieces you sent and I'm still laughing! Thanks again for sharing!
Originally posted by Springie Amethyst, what grade do you teach again?High School. I had freshmen and sophomores in an urban school. About 50% of my students failed half or more of their middle school classes (a few of my sophomores were actually second year freshmen taking both English 9 and 10). I learned a lot about gangs and the difference between Hispanic gangs, African-American gangs, and Philippino gangs. I'm not sure how much English they learned. I was frustrated because I was not away how much difference 15 miles could make in a culture. I expected to have issues with the African-Americans because they are the culture I had the least experience with (and it did take me some time to learn the different subcultures). What I did not expect was the difference in Hispanic students. My home district where my husband and I went to school and my kids attend, is almost 50% Hispanic. The other districts I've taught in were close to that, and one was over. I really underestimated the difference in rural/suburban Hispanic culture and the urban Hispanic culture (I did deal with few gang-bangers, but mostly wanna-bes before teaching in Vallejo; however, most of them wanted out of that life).
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 May 2011 07:34
The principal finally made it in this morning. He stayed for about 40 minutes saw the kids working and then left. Now all that is left is sitting down and having a discussion with him about the things he saw in class as well as some of the things I do that he did not see.
I have about 15 areas (questions) to answer before I meet with him.
Good Luck CD, never more stressful than being evaluated. 
I hope everything works out great.
Love the comic, I had that one growing up, but thanks to my ex-mother-in-law I think it was given away when I was getting rid of things while trying to save my marriage. Should have thrown him out instead of my comics.
That comic always cracked me up. I remember buying that one it was in a packet of 3 and I couldn't tell you what the other 2 comics were, I just wanted the BoftheP one. Awww the memories. Wish I could have collected all of them.
I hope everything works out great.
Love the comic, I had that one growing up, but thanks to my ex-mother-in-law I think it was given away when I was getting rid of things while trying to save my marriage. Should have thrown him out instead of my comics.
That comic always cracked me up. I remember buying that one it was in a packet of 3 and I couldn't tell you what the other 2 comics were, I just wanted the BoftheP one. Awww the memories. Wish I could have collected all of them.
Here's the following page of the story.
Oh, the horrible cliffhanger! Will G-Force survive?
Notice the nod to canon... Princess isn't wearing her numbered civvies, so Keyop had to bring her a spare uniform. But... does that mean she changed clothes in front of all the guys???? I thought this was a children's show!!!!!
Also... did Zoltar know it was Princess from G-Force? Now you realize why it's a bad idea to make your secret identities known! Think about *that* the next time you wrestle as a member of G-Force, Tiny!
Oh, the horrible cliffhanger! Will G-Force survive?
Notice the nod to canon... Princess isn't wearing her numbered civvies, so Keyop had to bring her a spare uniform. But... does that mean she changed clothes in front of all the guys???? I thought this was a children's show!!!!!
Also... did Zoltar know it was Princess from G-Force? Now you realize why it's a bad idea to make your secret identities known! Think about *that* the next time you wrestle as a member of G-Force, Tiny!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 May 2011 14:19
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Also... did Zoltar know it was Princess from G-Force? Now you realize why it's a bad idea to make your secret identities known! Think about *that* the next time you wrestle as a member of G-Force, Tiny!Of course there will be no comment made that that is not the way to "keep your identity." After all it is SO obvious so who would believe it to be true.
Princess was "tricked"? That does not make her seem to be a "smart" as I like to believe she is.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 May 2011 15:19
From what Zoltar says, he knew Princess was a member of G-Force and would call in the rest of the team.
Too funny- love that Keyop happened to have her uniform- wonder if they have those things dry cleaned? 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 May 2011 16:58
Yeah, Princess gets captured every so often... she's 'the girl' you know, and 'the guys' have to rescue her. Sigh...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Yeah, Princess gets captured every so often... she's 'the girl' you know, and 'the guys' have to rescue her. Sigh...I think they did switch that up everyone once in a while, though I don't think she was ever on her own.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 May 2011 01:19
Originally posted by clouddancer Princess was "tricked"? That does not make her seem to be a "smart" as I like to believe she is.
I don't like to see her that feeble, either!
TheSolarSailor
Junior Member
posted 20 May 2011 04:28
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Here's the following page of the story.Speaking of Zoltar, who in the heck are those goons? Since when does he use guys who are not from Spectra, or dressed as Spectran soldiers? And if Zoltar insists on dressing like Batman, someone needs to tell him that he forgot his trunks!
These are hilarious, please keep them coming!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 May 2011 06:20
The goons in these comics do dress differently (sometimes from issue to issue!) but the two big guys here helping Zoltar were posing as wrestlers (one of them is the guy Tiny defeated in the ring). So at least *that* aspect of it makes sense here.
I know you were all waiting on tenterhooks to see if the G-Force Team would survive! So here's the next page...
This page is generally okay (Jason is even 'angry'!) but what's with Princess' pose? She looks like she's made of rubber!
This page is generally okay (Jason is even 'angry'!) but what's with Princess' pose? She looks like she's made of rubber!
but what's with Princess' pose? She looks like she's made of rubber!Maybe they were getting ready to release some new Gatch "Stretch Armstrong" toys and they wanted to show some poses...LOL
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 May 2011 14:11
Yikes! Stretch Princess is pretty scary!!!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 May 2011 14:17
Is it my imagination, or is Tiny bigger than normal?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 May 2011 08:03
Right! When Zoltar seems certain and says that he has destroyed G-Force so easily we just know that it's not true! At least, this could fit well with canon also!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 May 2011 10:39
Originally posted by Becky Rock Is it my imagination, or is Tiny bigger than normal?Not sure... maybe...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 May 2011 13:15
And how does the G-Force Team escape this disaster?
Why, they use Operation Corkscrew, of course! (Makes them sound like lushes after a bottle of wine, doesn't it?)
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 May 2011 13:36
I see Mark is ready to boost Princess up and yet he is not even up on Jason's shoulders, doesn't quite make sense does it?
I also had a good chuckle at the corny line in the last frame .... a raging whirlwind drilling its way through with the power of a tornado.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Why, they use Operation Corkscrew, of course! (Makes them sound like lushes after a bottle of wine, doesn't it?)I can relate! Having nothing to open wine with is a calamity indeed!
That has to be the most horizontal use of the whirlwind pyramid I've ever seen -I guess we must assume that by not using the usual "pyramid" formation, they can drill through rock better?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 May 2011 15:15
Perhaps... personally, I think they're just playing it 'fast and loose' with the Whirlwind Pyramid!
Also, do you like Princess' blue neck cowl?
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 May 2011 16:04
Originally posted by Becky Rock Is it my imagination, or is Tiny bigger than normal?I think he's supposed to be in the foreground. Gold Key's artists were often not up to the Marvel or DC standard.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 May 2011 16:05
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Perhaps... personally, I think they're just playing it 'fast and loose' with the Whirlwind Pyramid! Also, do you like Princess' blue neck cowl?Maybe notes for the colorist were flawed? Her visor doesn't look very 'swanny.'
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 May 2011 18:21
I had to laugh at the 'corkscrew' version, but it is ingenius.
Gee isn't that funny how Mark and Jason are on their knees but Princess is on her feet, LOL. Guess she was worried her skirt would get caught over Mark's head, lol...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 May 2011 12:04
Originally posted by Pufles65 Gee isn't that funny how Mark and Jason are on their knees but Princess is on her feet, LOL. Guess she was worried her skirt would get caught over Mark's head, lol...I like to think that this positioning could have served a purpose, maybe by giving the pointed shape of a drill having the elongated, pointed end made up of two persons standing at the top, Keyop being the smallest of them all in body structure, with the wider, bottom part made up of the other three! Just like a pyramid effect! But, that's just a sloppy theory ... just to try and seek plausibility! Having Princess kneeling on Mark's shoulders could have been a great detriment to the success of the operation ... Mark would surely have lost a great part of his concentration!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 May 2011 12:32
Marie, you certainly have given this a lot of thought!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2011 06:22
Well ... actually, not that much! Just a silly thought which crossed my mind at the spur of the moment! It's in my nature ... never leave something pass by without contemplating it, when having the chance ... not even something as silly as this! No wonder my DH and those who know me well always tell me that I'm so anal!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 May 2011 07:07
We love you just the way you are, Marie!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2011 11:31
I just have to hug you back before completely hijacking this thread, TJ!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2011 15:59
It is a great theory Marie and something I had even thought about.
I was also thinking the kneeling position gave the bottom of the structure more stability and strength when they spin and try to "cut through" the rock.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2011 23:34
... it seems that our minds were on the same wavelength, CD!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 May 2011 08:05
So, was there anyone here who thought that Chief Anderson's wardrobe needed changing? You got your wish!
Those colours for his suit are better, I think, than the original ones -a darker blue for the jacket, white shirt instead of yellow, and a beige vest instead of reddish brown.
And he's a "Captain" now instead of a "Chief"? I believe "Captain" outranks "Commander," at least in the US Navy, so maybe that's why he's got a promotion?
I confess I'm surprised, though, that he has his usual hair colour -after what they did to Mark, Jason, Princess and Keyop, I wouldn't have been surprised if they'd made him a redhead, for variety!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 May 2011 10:37
In the one that I had way back then, I recall they even drew Anderson up in Zark's control center.
I also recall being less than impressed with the art, at least for the comics based on television shows. The one or two 'independent' titles I looked at varied in quality. Some were almost up to the standards of Marvel or DC.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 May 2011 13:14
I agree, these new colors are more sedate and less '70s'. I also love the big star chart on the wall!
UW, I'm not so much quibbling with the quality of the artists, but how little they knew (or cared) about their original subject manner.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 May 2011 21:06
Bad art doesn't help.
I'm surprised they used writers who didn't know the shows. Would it have hurt for them watch a couple of episodes?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 May 2011 01:29
I too must agree that the new colours of Anderson's clothes seem much better! As to the hair I'm quite relieved to see things unchanged! ... not my same reaction when I watched the Gatchaman OAVs!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Jun 2011 14:35
Okay, here's a good one. How many things can you find that are wrong with this cover?
I'll start with a couple, but there are so many more. When did Tiny become a beach ball? When did Princess' boots turn yellow?
Have at it...
I'll start with a couple, but there are so many more. When did Tiny become a beach ball? When did Princess' boots turn yellow?
Have at it...
Oh God, so many things...
When did Jason lose his left sleeve?
When did Jason and Princess lose their wrist communicators? Or are they wearing them on their right arms now?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jun 2011 16:36
Princess' gloves and cape are pink with orange on her helmet.
And isn't Keyop meant to be yellow and red? Tries to remember the last time I looked at an image of Keyop.
OMG- I don't know where to begin with this one!!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jun 2011 18:37
Keyop's outfit is more yellow.
And Mark's wearing pale blue.
Someone must have thought Princess was wearing a skin-tight under her skirt outfit.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Jun 2011 21:28
Tiny's left hand has no glove. Jason's gloves and boots are brown. Mark's suit is blue.
There are even more... scary, innit?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jun 2011 23:55
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Jason's gloves and boots are brown.One of Jason's gloves has a bit of green, too! (the tiny part showing under Keyop's armpit!) And, I'm totally cracking up at seeing Tiny's extra-rounded figure ... just like a beach ball as you have perfectly pointed out, TJ!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jun 2011 12:51
Loks like they were all in a blender to mix up the colors.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jun 2011 16:22
Originally posted by Becky Rock Loks like they were all in a blender to mix up the colors.Not to mention, to shred the arms of their uniforms!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jun 2011 10:32
Okay, this is one I thought was weird. None of the body positions seem right.
...I think the Pheonix is in need of a dose of viagra...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2011 15:32
My first thought was 'OMG, they forgot Princess' underwear!'
That just did me in.
Ste, that is exactly what I was thinking...and is that Jinpei and Ryu floating in the air like parade balloons????
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2011 17:37
I had to laugh when I saw Tiny floating like that. I guess that is why they had him look like a beach ball in the previous image TJ posted ... He was not a beach ball he was a balloon.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jun 2011 19:41
Yep, the nose of the Phoenix is rather droopy, isn't it? Princess' twisted body positioning doesn't look very comfortable either!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2011 23:57
I'm getting so used to the dose of laughter these pics are always giving me!! This last one is just hilarious!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jun 2011 15:47
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, here's a good one. How many things can you find that are wrong with this cover?It seriously looks like they're about to be flattened by their own ship!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Jun 2011 07:09
Okay, here's one where they *almost* got it right! Jason is impulsive! Princess is emotional! But... what is wrong with their belt colors?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jun 2011 17:44
That is the one and only BotP comic I bought when I was a teenager. I thought the same thing. They also got the color of Jason's gloves and boots wrong.
Kind of a repeat of the freeze ray episode, minus the old guy.
Jeez, couldn't they at least have tried using their weapons against the purple freeze-guys before abandoning Jason and Tiny in order to run away?
And poor Princess here, forced to literally say "Sob"!
And poor Princess here, forced to literally say "Sob"!
Oh, this one is just awful! LOL
LB, I think what Princess really means to say when she says "SOB" is "Son of a B#$@%"!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jun 2011 05:24
I really can't see them taking off like that in such a defeated way and without trying to do some damage, especially disliking the part when Mark says, "They've got Tiny! Let's get out of here!"! Dunno, but it doesn't sound right to me!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Jun 2011 08:13
Yeah, it's not really like the brave Commander to run away!
Springie, I like your interpretation of Princess' sob!
Springie, I like your interpretation of Princess' sob!
Originally posted by Springie LB, I think what Princess really means to say when she says "SOB" is "Son of a B#$@%"!Perfect!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Jun 2011 19:22
Check out this funky weapon of Zoltar's! And did you know the Pheonix had emergency oxygen masks, just like on a commercial airplane?
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Jun 2011 20:41
Anyone notice that Tiny is still built like a balloon? And that the breathing mask won't fit under his visor?
So Zoltar's made it on to the Phoenix at last?
And, he can shoot stun gas from special eye tubes -who knew? I suppose, as villainous devices go, it's an idea with some merit, but from his eyes?
I keep expecting to hear a flight attendant reminding them to put on their own masks before assisting others... Has Keyop succumbed and fallen on the floor?
I keep expecting to hear a flight attendant reminding them to put on their own masks before assisting others... Has Keyop succumbed and fallen on the floor?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jun 2011 01:54
Yes ... I couldn't help notice Tiny's balloon-belly in the first place!! And, I don't think it was necessary for Zoltar to see where such gas was being thrown! ... that is always if he could see what he was doing with that weapon over his eyes!
Those falling oxygen masks are just hilarious!! Better if they had closed their mouths whilst waiting to be able to grab one of them, though! You know ... just a natural, spontaneous act when knowing that it's best to inhale the least amount of spreading gas possible!!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jun 2011 04:52
Yes, and where is Zoltar's gas mask?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Jun 2011 09:33
Clearly Zoltar is immune... it's Spectran gas, after all!
OMG- I don't know where to begin with this one...poor Jason doesn't look like he's going to make it to the gas masks, though!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jun 2011 16:47
I guess he gets to find out how long he can hold his breath.
Okay, this one isn't too bad, just a little weird. I know we've all presumed this in fanfic, but it's never explicitly stated in canon. But yes, G-Force *does* in fact have quarters at Center Neptune.
It's like the Waltons here! Good night Jim Bob! Good night Aunt Bessie!
Ahem... and speaking of fanfic... do I need to mention the possibilities with Mark and Princess having rooms next door to each other? 
It's like the Waltons here! Good night Jim Bob! Good night Aunt Bessie!
Ahem... and speaking of fanfic... do I need to mention the possibilities with Mark and Princess having rooms next door to each other?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Jun 2011 07:42
I do find it interesting that they are all going into their quarters in uniform, instead of in civvies. You'd think, while at CN they could have changed into civvies first (or earlier.)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jun 2011 07:54
Maybe they were just too tired to change?
*ahem* Adjoining rooms for Mark and Princess, maybe?
Originally posted by Springie Adjoining rooms for Mark and Princess, maybe?So, when Jason says "I'm beat," he's not referring to being tired -he knows he can't compete with a guy who's got an adjoining room...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Jun 2011 07:34
Originally posted by lborgia88 So, when Jason says "I'm beat," he's not referring to being tired -he knows he can't compete with a guy who's got an adjoining room...Or... if you reaaaallllly want to take this to the smuttiest common denominator, look at the shape of his hand and consider another meaning of the word 'beat' with regards to the male anatomy.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jun 2011 15:00
Ohhhhh, TJ! I really do not know how you come up with these things, let alone dare write them.
Should I be scared when I visit in a few weeks?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Jun 2011 16:01
Originally posted by clouddancer Ohhhhh, TJ! I really do not know how you come up with these things, let alone dare write them. Should I be scared when I visit in a few weeks?How long have you known me, CD? I think you know by now if there's anything to be scared of.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jun 2011 17:15
I guess we will see how much trouble I can avoid. Maybe I will just have to do the laid back Owl thing and let it all go over my head.
Ah yes, CD...you know enough to be afraid...be VERY afraid! 
You are right Springie, I will not have you around to act as my buffer. Although .... maybe I was in even more trouble when you were BOTH together. 
Although .... maybe I was in even more trouble when you were BOTH together.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Jun 2011 18:02
And soon you'll have a whole bunch of us around to remind you of how corrupted you are.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jun 2011 18:14
Or prove how innocent I am. I am looking forward to meeting everyone again.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jun 2011 10:22
I'm getting a bit intimidated here!! Is there something I should know before next August, TJ? Just joking!!
Just joking!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jun 2011 13:19
All you need to know is that when the husbands meet me, you'll be able to blame EVERYTHING on me. Then I'll blame everything on you to my husband. It works perfectly for me and Springie!
Teehee...yeah, we've got it all worked out! 
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jun 2011 22:12
Originally posted by Transmute Jun All you need to know is that when the husbands meet me, you'll be able to blame EVERYTHING on me. Then I'll blame everything on you to my husband. It works perfectly for me and Springie!Oh gosh! ... that would be such a refreshing change since my DH tends to put all the blame of whatever happens on me! Well ... I don't blame him either since I can get rather clumsy at times and am so good in finding myself in awkward positions or in inventing silly things! That, and because he finds it so hard to admit that he himself might have done something wrong! This really has become a joke between us! So, TJ, don't worry and bear with me if I might find it hard to play that game at first ... I'm so used to the situation, even if this tactic could become quite handy!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jul 2011 09:14
There's only one reason I am posting this panel... because I was to see Zark looking so terrified!!!!
Now, I'm waiting for someone to come up with a good alternate line for Mark, to go with Zark's expression...
to see Zark looking so terrified!!!!
Now, I'm waiting for someone to come up with a good alternate line for Mark, to go with Zark's expression...
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jul 2011 15:08
The 'ace up his sleeve' line is Zark's. He looks as if he might be surprised. But I'd like to know where this is taking place.
I take it that Zoltar was the one with the sub-rocket?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jul 2011 15:30
Yep, Zoltar got away again. and Mark's not too happy about it. IIRC, this is taking place on the Phoenix, which is why Zark is on the monitor.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jul 2011 09:09
Good one, LB! Mark certainly doesn't look too happy about this! Too bad Zark forgot to mention that G-Force has no 'ping pong playing' scenes...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jul 2011 13:17
I new the mention of Ace had to be part of it. You hit the 'Mark' LB!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jul 2011 04:58
I knew you'd have come up with a good one, LB! You never let us down!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jul 2011 07:15
Okay, this one had me cracking up! ANd they showed it twice... so I'm going to post it twice.
Look at our Jungle Men!
And off they go again...
G-Force sure does make use of all local transportation options!
And off they go again...
G-Force sure does make use of all local transportation options!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jul 2011 07:57
Ummmm ... who is that on the vine ahead of Mark? Is that meant to be Jason? Because if it is he is only wearing a loin cloth !!!
I think it's some random jungle person they met on this planet.
ETA Come to think of it... maybe he was in the process of 'getting busy' with Princess before they retreated...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jul 2011 08:43
... I'm adding to the !! Can G-Force possibly be more humiliated!
!! Can G-Force possibly be more humiliated!
Why do they need ropes or vines? Isn't that why they have cerebonic powers and capes?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jul 2011 15:58
You make a good point, Becky! They could just leap through the trees!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jul 2011 16:35
The scriptwriter didn't have a clue, and the artist(s) didn't bother to correct it.
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 7 Jul 2011 21:00
Reply to Zark on monitor Picture..
Ladies and Gentlemen for one night only 7-Zark-7 does Al Jolson...
"The birds are singing....Swanee, how I love ya, How I love ya, my dear old Swanee"
or
"Mark!!! Quick, let me show you my new mime impersonation , look Mark it's like I'm trapped in tiny room. Mark? Mark? are you watching me?"
or
Zark does magic in his spare time (to keep the teams moral up)
"Commander look!, nothing up this sleeve and nothing up this sleeve ( and Cue drum music)."
Reply picture..Jason, Mark and giant mole
Jason" Is that a naked Womble of Wimbleton Commons?"
Mark "You can't shoot it, it's a national treasure"
Jason "It's #%@ naked"
Mark "Quick before Keyop sees it and wants to keep it"
Jason " They recycle the things they find, right?"
Mark "yer, so?"
Jason "Right It's mine""
Mark "What for?"
Jason "To slow... BoyScout, princess will love it"
Mark "?!!!...have to lost it!?"
Jason " you are stupid sometimes....they clean, recycle...are you that thick...keyop's room, the Snack Shack...she's always needing help..."
Mark "Oh my tab...it can help with my tab.."
Jason "To slow... I saw it first..."
Jason runs after naked Womble with Mark not far behind
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jul 2011 00:37
Oh, LW!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jul 2011 07:27
Those are great, LW! I think my favorite is Zark being the mime in a box... that fits perfectly!!!!! 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jul 2011 15:48
LW, you crack me up!
I want tomknow how Jason plans to get the Womble home.
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 8 Jul 2011 19:24
Have no idear??!!!
They need to talk to Keyop, he look like he knows how to smuggle thing onto the base,
I just have this mental image of Jason on one leg and Mark on the other looking up at a 50ft womble thinking "okay what now?"
mmmmmh perhaps they can talk to the chief, word it in such away as that they would be saving money, man power etc in clean-ups after a mecha attach and they would find uses for the broken bits, recycling etc
Q does anyone know if wombles shed in spring?, cause that would be some HUG hair balls.... -mmmm get the textile industry involved, generate extra $$$$ for ISO...
Becky Rock...I think you just opened a can of worms..cause now I'm thinking that this would get the RSPCA(animal welfare) involved cause of cruelty to animals...Wombles everwere marching on the ISO Buildings demanding their brother back, the ISO saying this womble was working for Spectra and is in fact a prisoner of war...and at the negotiation table Chief Anderson distracting the Womble deligates by throwing rubbish on the floor, which they feel a compulsion to pick up, thus slowing down negotiations... cross-over gone very special!! 
better stop now before it grows bigger and I loose control
better stop now before it grows bigger and I loose control
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Jul 2011 06:17
LW, I love the way your mind works! Guess since Jason didn't have the Joe puppy experience, he doesn't know better than to try and save stray animals.
Love your ideas, LW!
Am I starting to see a recurring pattern in these comics -that Jason attacks and fails, and then Mark is all "Run away, run away!"?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jul 2011 07:07
LOL, I never thought of that, LB! Clearly Mark is using Jason to 'test out' the enemies. If Jason can't handle it... well then, Mark is smart enough to run!
Here's today's installment: an accessory I'll bet you never knew the Phoenix had. Why yes, there are rockets, individually labelled, because no one would want to accidentally use someone else's...
Here's today's installment: an accessory I'll bet you never knew the Phoenix had. Why yes, there are rockets, individually labelled, because no one would want to accidentally use someone else's...
Makes me think of how my mother used to write my and my brother's and sister's names on each of our lunch bags in the mornings before school, so we wouldn't get them mixed up.
Nothing like making it REALLY easy for Spectra to decide exactly who they want to attack too!
Though it kind of suggests that they're in escape pods, a la Zoltar, and callously abandoning Tiny to his fate...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jul 2011 08:34
Originally posted by lborgia88 Though it kind of suggests that they're in escape pods, a la Zoltar, and callously abandoning Tiny to his fate...I didn't think of it that way! But no, in this story, they're just heading in different directions. I think the writers wanted to send them off, but realized that the usual G-Machines couldn't go through space. Hence the hastily-whipped-up individual rockets...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jul 2011 10:24
Oh my! They could have come up with a better design of the crafts, though! At first glance, for me they look quite like those syringes to pipe icing with! ... wonder why!!
And, they also give me the impression that they could also be some type of apposite disposable rockets (hence the naming) working only on automatic pilot ... very useful in case Tiny could remotely have had enough of the others and could have wished to get rid of them!
Originally posted by lborgia88 Makes me think of how my mother used to write my and my brother's and sister's names on each of our lunch bags in the mornings before school, so we wouldn't get them mixed up.LOL ... LB! I use to do that on every school item of my kids, in order to distinguish them, and I really have that same impression here, amongst all the others! I know that my kids would make a whole story out of an occasional mixup ... wonder what would happen if any of the G-Force members would use the rocket of any other! And yes ... the names on those rockets really convey the message "HIT ME!"!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jul 2011 10:39
I was with LB when I first saw the picture, thinking that they were escape pods.
I would love to know where they were supposed to be stores in the Phoenix and how they were to "take off". Do you think they got fired through the bird missile launcher? Ooooo, but then they could not have all taken off at the same time, could they.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jul 2011 10:53
Ah, CD, none of these important details are revealed in the comic...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jul 2011 11:15
I didn't think they would be. I was just making idle comments. Hey, at least I have reached a point of relaxation where I am ABLE to make speculations.
Originally posted by gatchamarie Oh my! They could have come up with a better design of the crafts, though! At first glance, for me they look quite like those syringes to pipe icing with! ... wonder why!!Their shape made me think of the bottles I used to use to feed my nephew when he was a baby!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun LOL, I never thought of that, LB! Clearly Mark is using Jason to 'test out' the enemies. If Jason can't handle it... well then, Mark is smart enough to run!And, no doubt Zark will declare that Mark is a wise and responsible leader in so doing...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jul 2011 23:29
Originally posted by lborgia88*giggles* You're right, LB! They're very similar also!Originally posted by gatchamarie Oh my! They could have come up with a better design of the crafts, though! At first glance, for me they look quite like those syringes to pipe icing with! ... wonder why!!Their shape made me think of the bottles I used to use to feed my nephew when he was a baby!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 11 Jul 2011 04:06
Toothpaste tubes
Lava Lamps
or Vibrators
I'm gonna leaving this photo alone
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Jul 2011 07:45
Yes, I agree, LW< especially since Keyop is involved! Ewwww....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Jul 2011 09:09
Okay, today's bizarro shot... the Phoenix! You thought you knew the Phoenix, didn't you? Ah, but did you know that it has windows? Right on the Bridge?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Jul 2011 11:45
Ooooo, so if Zark is a watch "dog." What would they call 1-Rover-1?
Obviously the windows are revealed when all the computers and screens are rolled into the ceiling or floor.
Ohhh, or even better, the floor and ceiling rise up above the exterior shell of the phoenix. Kind of like the team when they are lifted into the bubble - which I notice is in front of the bridge in this picture.
Ohhh, or even better, the floor and ceiling rise up above the exterior shell of the phoenix. Kind of like the team when they are lifted into the bubble - which I notice is in front of the bridge in this picture.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Jul 2011 13:13
I was thinking about that with the bubble... I thought it was at the *back* of the Bridge! Um... maybe right now they're all looking out the rear of the Bridge, and Tiny normally flys the ship backward?
Of course, in the first episode, the bubble appears to be over top of Tiny/Ryu, as he rises into the bubble *in his chair* to collect the others.
Of course, in the first episode, the bubble appears to be over top of Tiny/Ryu, as he rises into the bubble *in his chair* to collect the others.
Heh it's one thing to suddenly give the team individual rockets to be able to go off in different directions, in space, but now the artists just add windows to the Phoenix wherever they feel like too?
Can't think of the reason here, other than that the artist wanted the team to be visible somehow, while still showing Earth in space.
Or maybe their instruments have conked out and they're having to fly VFR -in space? No wonder Zark is so concerned about their postion...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Jul 2011 07:04
Oh, Zark is always in control... but if the Team want to travel without him, they just cut all power and use those windows to navigate by the stars.
Pretty handy, if you ask me.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh, Zark is always in control... but if the Team want to travel without him, they just cut all power and use those windows to navigate by the stars. Pretty handy, if you ask me.I hope they've got a better grasp of astronomy here than Zark does in the BOTP television version!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Jul 2011 18:46
Originally posted by lborgia88 I hope they've got a better grasp of astronomy here than Zark does in the BOTP television version!That wouldn't be too difficult!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Jul 2011 20:18
Evil robots. Could it be Zoltar's plot? Why of course! He's Zoltar!
Ohhh, I think I'm seeing the bigger story now. G-Force have all dispersed to different places in their never-seen-before and individually named rockets, and now this is where that robot Princess from the page you'd posted a long time ago comes from?
It actually is a good plot, and he did a better job than Anderson in "Decoys of Doom" -these robots don't have the telltale lines on either side of their mouths!
And have Zoltar's goons taken to wearing 19th C-style Prussian helmets or are these some different guys?
and if that doesn't work...
Options-
- hire them out for parties - condor is very popular at hen's night
- sell them to Madame Tussauds - wax museum
- Chippendale dancers - Swan can be the bouncer
- contact Hollywood - robots are still "In" at the moment
- Door stops / guards - I'm sick of the stupid "Captains of the week" and their silly suggestions, they will think twice about knocking at my door - zoltar
- hat / cloths racks
- pin boards
- personal target practice dummys
- Mannequins for dressing up - outfits for the "Captain of the week"
Internal memo received from Cleaner of Lab were robots are stored, requesting more cleaner for removing Ink Stains (someone keeps drawing moustaches, beards and rude drawing on the G-force robots, not to mention the "This way up" and " Kick me" signs)
Dragonsbain
Boardie
posted 17 Jul 2011 10:08
Too good LW. 
Originally posted by littlewolf - hire them out for parties - condor is very popular at hen's night
This one's my favourite!
I've always wondered if any such thoughts ever crossed Jun's mind in the episode with the robot decoys of the team -especially as they apparently did whatever they were told!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jul 2011 18:06
Originally posted by Transmute Jun LOL, I never thought of that, LB! Clearly Mark is using Jason to 'test out' the enemies. If Jason can't handle it... well then, Mark is smart enough to run!If Spectra didn't already know their names, they do now. They look like rocket ships from the 1950's B-rate sci fi movies.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jul 2011 18:13
LW, there you go again. LOL!
Are the robots anatomically correct? They could be donated to a medical school - I know you were all thinking other thoughts!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 19 Jul 2011 03:42
Well..I am now!
I was thinking more along the lines of a Ken doll (as in Barbie) having just a bump, now I'm thinking along the lines of the human sized sex dolls you can buy (not me personaly, my manniquin at work would get jealous)
ps If my Anatomy and Phy course at uni had cadavas like this, I may have paid more attention, instead of sitting up the back with all the other trouble makers
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Jul 2011 17:53
LW, you have some great ideas there!
LB, you're right that these are the robot doubles that appeared in the Princess/Mark comic you posted earlier. The team takes off in their individual rockets to encounter the doubles individually.
There is one major plot hole, however. Their identities are supposed to be secret. However, Zoltar clearly knows their faces well enough to make doubles that are good enough to fool other members of the team! What's up with that????
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Jul 2011 14:45
So another few panels from the Robot Doubles storyline... Jason got hit with a freeze ray and has to be rescued. But there are *so* many things wrong with this...
Where do I start? Doing the Fiery Phoenix without Jason onboard? And in space? And where did Jason's visor disappear to in the last panel? Anything else people see?
Where do I start? Doing the Fiery Phoenix without Jason onboard? And in space? And where did Jason's visor disappear to in the last panel? Anything else people see?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jul 2011 20:16
I don't see any other problems, but then I am running on about 10 days lack of sleep.
Is there something that says all members of the team HAVE to be on the ship. At the moment I can only remember that it has to be all their individual vehicles. Still you would think it would be easier to collect the frozen Jason and then bring him into the ship, warming him up by going fiery while inside the Phoenix.
Dragonsbain
Boardie
posted 28 Jul 2011 00:07
What was Jason doing out of the ship?
Princesses' helmet is shaped wrong.
That's all I've got for now.
Ah, seeing Jason floating frozen in space reminds of the black-and-white page from the comics that you'd come across and posted here a few years ago.
As for what's wrong, the big question in my mind is how the heck did they actually rescue Jason and why did they have to use the fiery Phoenix to do it. I mean, how did they get him on board the "fiery Phoenix" without melting off the ice and exposing him to the absolutely cold vacuum of space? It's not like he's in a space suit.
And he's running out of oxygen? Just how much oxygen did he have, if he's encased in ice like that? Doesn't look like he should have been able to survive for more than a few minutes in there -good thing for Jason that he knows how to slow his breathing and minimize oxygen use! It would make more sense if he were in some sort of cryogenic stasis, but then he wouldn't need oxygen at all, and there goes the dramatic tension.
Hee, I note that the writers very conveniently just skipped over all this -one panel he's in space, the next he's de-iced and on the Phoenix.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jul 2011 07:32
Yep, you're right, LB! That's the scene that precedes Jason's rescue. IIRC, the Keyop robot froze Jason. Poor guy, unable to take out the robot sent to attack him...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jul 2011 09:18
I had wondered if the frozen Jason was the robot preparing to "trick" the team, thank you for the extra information LB.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jul 2011 13:20
I would think Fiery Phoenix would have not only defrosted Jason, but also fry him.
Dragonsbain
Boardie
posted 28 Jul 2011 15:27
I agree Becky. Well done Jason.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jul 2011 15:36
It's in Gatch that all five vehicles are necessary for weapons to deploy.
The episodes of BotP I've viewed on Veoh usually mention some artificial reason for failure to use their weapons, such as jamming by the enemy. From this, I gather that, on BotP, the Phoenix doesn't need a full crew, or all vehicles, on board.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Their identities are supposed to be secret. However, Zoltar clearly knows their faces well enough to make doubles that are good enough to fool other members of the team! What's up with that????And, the black-and-white page shows that Zoltar knows at least Jason's and Princess' names too, if not all of their names. I guess he must have learned them by reading them off the sides of their individual rockets!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jul 2011 07:33
I read a fic once... can't recall it now... where the Team's real names were Ken, Joe, Jun, etc., and their code names were Mark, Jason, Princess, etc. That way they could refer to each other on a mission but not reveal 'their true identities'....
That's probably too deep for these Gold Key comics!
Oh, now that's really sort of a good idea. Did the writer give an explanation, though, why Jun and Jinpei got "Princess" and "Keyop"?
I've just noticed that in the comic here, Zoltar is calling the Keyop-robot "Robot #3" and the Jason-robot "Robot #4."
Clearly, he may know what their faces look like and what their names are, but he doesn't know their team ranks!
Hmmph... Jason as #4. *shakes head*
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jul 2011 07:59
Obviously those numbered t-shirts have confused him...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jul 2011 13:41
I don't remember ever reading that fic. Sounds interesting, though.
Okay there's one really obvious error here, but it's still a weird pic!
Yeah, major shirt error! Or did Mark get demoted? Or is this really Mark, lying to Zark and pretending to be Jason?
Oh wait -Mark's got light hair in this comic...
Maybe Jason is pretending, for some reason, to be Mark? Or he secretly indulges his fantasy of being the leader by putting on his special red "#1" shirt when he's far away from the rest of the team?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Jul 2011 11:10
Hair's wrong, shirt's wrong (both by person and color). It just outright looks weird.
I vaguely remember hearing about a fic where Mark and Jason impersonate women on a college campus. Did anyone ever read one like that?
Sounds like this one of Lori McDonald's fics...
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=486
It is very funny!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Jul 2011 12:49
If you look at the face though, it kind of resembles Mark. I think they just used the wrong name and mixed up the hair color. But you can't be certain...
LB, I love the idea that Jason is indulging in 'secret leader fantasies' while away from the rest of the team! 
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Jul 2011 16:22
I am with TJ ... I too had to chuckle at Jason indulging in a leadership fantasy.
And I remember reading that story as well, Becky. Thank you for posting the link LB.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Aug 2011 16:49
Originally posted by lborgia88 Sounds like this one of Lori McDonald's fics... http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=486 It is very funny!Thanks, LB, for the link. I got a kick out of it and shared some with my 14 year old son.
It occurs to me that he's not being exactly discreet about using his wrist communicator in public either, shouting into it in the middle of a concert, with people all around.
Then again, people there seeing a guy trying to talk to his wrist watch would probably just think he's on some trippy drug.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Aug 2011 16:16
That's presuming they're even paying attention. Rock concerts are not known for fostering people's observational skills.
Originally posted by UnpublishedWriter Rock concerts are not known for fostering people's observational skills.True! Something about Jason specifically saying he's in London caught my attention and I've just realized why... In Gatch, the Team goes to lots of different countries -but always fictional ones (though they often resemble real countries very closely) but in BOTP, I can only think of one episode where G-Force goes to another country (here on Earth) that is a real, existing country -"Panic of the Peacock," when Zark specifically says they're in India (called "Ashram," if I recall, in Gatch). Anyone think of any others?
The Gatch country is Asham (no 'r'). Although Indelhia is also supposed to include India.
Portugal is mentioned in Siege of the Squids.
Since they mention the 'Bermuda Triangle' in that episode with the mecha factory (title escapes me), I tend to include Bermuda.
The Dominican Republic in Beast With a Sweet Tooth.
Africa is the setting in Race Against Disaster. No actual African nations are mentioned.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Aug 2011 07:44
I believe they have Inderia or Indria in Gatch II... I'd have to search to confirm.
Now that I'm back I'll post a few more of these. Look for one soon!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Aug 2011 09:59
Okay, since everyone liked that panel, here is the page that comes before it...
Well, we already know what Jason's doing in London... He's at a rock concert and wearing an imitation-Mark t-shirt.
But now Mark has gone and dyed his hair blue to be just like Jason's! And he's checking out girls-who-are-not-Princess in pink bikinis...
I think they're really trying to each be the other!
As for Princess... I hope she realizes how awful that dress is, and that she's hoping the sight of it would truly damage Zark!
As for Princess... I hope she realizes how awful that dress is, and that she's hoping the sight of it would truly damage Zark!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Aug 2011 11:00
I was thinking that dress/cape had a slight implication of Zoltar, with those "flares" sticking up like horns beside the model's head.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Aug 2011 14:04
Good point, Cloud.
I would think taking vacations separately unwise - what if they were needed? Poor Tiny would have to fly all over the world to pick them up.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Aug 2011 17:15
I suspect that the dress is an attempt to be 'spacey' a la the Jetsons. But they *are* on vacation... I guess Tiny would have to pick them up, or he and Keyop are handling things alone.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Aug 2011 18:20
Okay, this one is actually slightly disturbing (to me, at least).
I suspect this is actually Chief Anderson's evil twin, given the clothes and dark hair color. How else could he 'convict' Jason on such flimsy evidence? Or is this just an example of how Jason never gets a fair break and is always blamed for everything?
I suspect this is actually Chief Anderson's evil twin, given the clothes and dark hair color. How else could he 'convict' Jason on such flimsy evidence? Or is this just an example of how Jason never gets a fair break and is always blamed for everything?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Aug 2011 19:04
First I would like to know what is meant to be on those documents found in Jason's room. But I agree, with you TJ, why convict/blame anyone on such untried (or unconfirmed) evidence.
And why does Jason's actions reflect on the entire team? Making Anderson think they are ALL untrustworthy.
My theory... Zoltar, or someone from Spectra, has stolen some top secret information and also framed Jason, making it appear that he's a traitor/spy who assisted the Spectrans in getting the info.
Everyone knows that Jason is hot-headed and has trouble with obeying orders, and of course Anderson is aware that it's a very small step to go from "hot-headed" to "traitor" (
) so naturally he assumes he's guilty...
Oh, and he's annoyed that Mark and the others didn't notice what their "traitor" teammate had been up to, so he's decided they're careless/negligent.
) so naturally he assumes he's guilty...
Oh, and he's annoyed that Mark and the others didn't notice what their "traitor" teammate had been up to, so he's decided they're careless/negligent.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Aug 2011 21:46
Or the writers were just being lazy. If I recall, most of those Gold Key comics ran the entire story in one issue. Short is usually harder to write than long, and lets remember that many of the writers really didn't know anything about the shows they were 'adapting' in the first place.
And, since the intended audience were children, that means a certain amount of sloppiness can slip in if the writers think plotting and characterization don't really matter.
(But, notice how you managed to come up with some interesting ideas based on that one page!)
I noticed one of the guards looks like he is trying to hide a smirk.
Perhaps...Jason found evidence That Anderson has, had hair transplants / hair plugs or has Erectile Disfunction..Oh no! all the other scientist will laugh at him when He goes to the Mens Club
and what were they doing searching Jasons Room...Looking for contraband..and what would they have found...Rock music, playboys, nudie magazines, lots of girls numbers
and as for the look on Marks face, I've seen that befor on my nephew just befor my sister "grounds him" "But mum there's a big party this weekend..."
How would you actually ground a "ninja"?.. something for me to ponder..mmm
LW, you're totally right! The guards who 'found' the documents are the ones working for Spectra. Too bad Chief Anderson couldn't figure this out! Clearly you're brighter than he is!
UW, you're also right: all of these stories finished in one issue, so they were never very 'deep'.
LB, I love your ideas! Maybe since Becky is working on expanding the Top Cow stories, you could work on Gold Key ones...
I'm glad we're all outraged to see Anderson's outrageous treatment of Jason and summary judgement of the others!
I'm glad we're all outraged to see Anderson's outrageous treatment of Jason and summary judgement of the others!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Aug 2011 14:36
I vaguely remember that one. It was a set up, but that's all I remember.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Aug 2011 16:38
I know you've all been waiting breathlessly to find out... but yes, Jason's name is cleared!
It sur looks like Zark was in on it, doesn't it? But no, he wasn't. At least he's intelligent enough to back up Jason's innocence. Sigh...
Don't you love the 'CN' on the guard's uniform?
It sur looks like Zark was in on it, doesn't it? But no, he wasn't. At least he's intelligent enough to back up Jason's innocence. Sigh...
Don't you love the 'CN' on the guard's uniform?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Aug 2011 17:30
Jason needs to pound on him for a while.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Aug 2011 07:05
Who? The guard or Zark? Maybe pound on the guard using Zark as the 'blunt instrument'?
Yay, Jason's cleared at it looks like he's the one who figured it all out (unless it was Zark -hope not!)
"If you return!" Heh, if this were Gatch, I'd say that Ivar's not long for this world, but here I will assume Jason's referring to prison...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Don't you love the 'CN' on the guard's uniform?Hee, bet it took a lot of imagination to come up with that! How about a trident as a symbol for Center Neptune?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Aug 2011 12:30
A trident!? Oh no, that's *much* too obscure....
But I think it would look cool!
As a kid, I had a book of stories from Classical mythology -I think some kids would have gotten the "Neptune" reference. Just like I'm sure I'm not the only one seeing the irony in a destructive hurricane named "Irene."
As a kid, I had a book of stories from Classical mythology -I think some kids would have gotten the "Neptune" reference. Just like I'm sure I'm not the only one seeing the irony in a destructive hurricane named "Irene."
Oops, double post...
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 1 Sep 2011 03:07
what is Zark doing out of uniform?
and what is Ivar doing talking to Zoltar at the control center?
Is this the only place your can make off-world phone calls?
and was it collect or will Center Neptune get a massive phone bill?
Zark doesn't seem fazed...shouldn't his antenee be up in surprise?
So many question ..so few answers
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Sep 2011 06:18
LOL, I'm guessing that Zark is the only one who can make 'off station' intergalactic 'phone calls'.
But you know, I can't recall for sure. When I get home I'll look up that comic again and see what I can find...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Sep 2011 16:56
Okay, here's what happened before and after the 'reveal'...
Before:
So the Spectran spy sneaks off to contact Zoltar. The documents were plans for Galaxy Security's latest weapon (which they don't even use in the issue). Chief Anderson believed the guard's word that Jason stunned him and took the plans, without even hearing Jason's side of the story (typical). Jason followed the guy, since he had been the one to finger Jason.
And now we know why Zark was just standing there: the Spectran spy stunned him!
And here's what happened after Jason confirmed he was set up.
Clearly Jason was just useless this episode, although he did manage to escape from his cell all by his lonesome (he had a lockpick in his 'emergency belt').
So the Spectran spy sneaks off to contact Zoltar. The documents were plans for Galaxy Security's latest weapon (which they don't even use in the issue). Chief Anderson believed the guard's word that Jason stunned him and took the plans, without even hearing Jason's side of the story (typical). Jason followed the guy, since he had been the one to finger Jason.
And now we know why Zark was just standing there: the Spectran spy stunned him!
And here's what happened after Jason confirmed he was set up.
Clearly Jason was just useless this episode, although he did manage to escape from his cell all by his lonesome (he had a lockpick in his 'emergency belt').
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Sep 2011 17:32
I guess Jason's lucky his teammates followed him.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Sep 2011 04:59
Although Jason may not be too happy that they did follow him.
Hmmm, you think CN security would know a thing or too about the team having "hidden" lock picking devices on themselves.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Sep 2011 06:48
Well clearly this CN guards were rather flustered at having to lock up Jason.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Sep 2011 14:44
They're dressed like extras for a 1930s SF or superhero movie serial. The humiliation has stunted their brainpower.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Sep 2011 08:33
Ah yes, even the comics got this one right. Zark whines all the time!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2011 12:22
Sounds like me at work. Take a number. You got 89? Just so you know, I'm only on 23.
At one point I did buy one of those ceramic octopuses that go into fish tanks and put it on my desk and made a note that said 'Unlike my friend here, I only have two arms.'
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Sep 2011 13:11
LOL, Becky! But a little scary too, to know that you can empathize with Zark... 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2011 15:38
Oh, I'm not empathizing.
I'm only human. He's supposed to be a superior machine that should have been capable of handling hundreds of calls at once. He's obviously incapable of doing his job, obsolete.
Jason needs to put him out of our misery.
Jason needs to put him out of our misery.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Sep 2011 16:14
I like that line of thinking!!!!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 5 Sep 2011 05:08
In order to distract Zark from his constant perstering of both the Tech and Maintenace crew..a hat was passed around.
With these funds they purchase the "Dance Dance Revolution" from an Arcade Gaming Palour... The computer programers installed as many variation as possible, making it almost impossible for Zark to break the programming.
They beleive it will give them a possible 3 months grace
Zark" left, left, right, hands up, shake it all about, almost got it.. 1,2,1,2,1,2,3,4 and left, this is more fun than twister, left, left, left again"
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Sep 2011 07:29
You know, you could have something there, LW! Given his contortions with his martial arts, I could totally see him dancing...
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2011 11:13
Aaagghhh! Brain bleach! Eyeball scrub! 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2011 11:55
Add Zumba to that. He can ogle the women while he tries to keep up with them.
Originally posted by Becky Rock Add Zumba to that. He can ogle the women while he tries to keep up with them.I don't think the Chief wants that kind of liability. Can you imagine the sexual harassment suits after unleashing a perverted robot into a women's fitness class?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2011 17:09
Forget the harrassment suit. They could tear one of his arms off and beat him to a pulp with it and receive an award for it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Sep 2011 18:51
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2011 19:11
That is great, TJ. Is is one of Sosai X's gatchafunnies?
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 6 Sep 2011 03:36
Ahh!... this is how Zark funds Rovers wrench obsession by selling photes and stories to trashy magazines
be afraid ...very afraid "Little Brother" is watching
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Sep 2011 06:28
Originally posted by clouddancer That is great, TJ. Is is one of Sosai X's gatchafunnies?Yes it is! I see you recognize his style.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Sep 2011 09:44
Who is Zumba?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Sep 2011 14:17
What is Zumba.
It's an exercise craze in the US where you exercise to Latin music using various dance moves. You use your whole body vice just one part.
Originally posted by Becky Rock At one point I did buy one of those ceramic octopuses that go into fish tanks and put it on my desk and made a note that said 'Unlike my friend here, I only have two arms.'Seeing Zark's plight, I found myself thinking that he really needs to be more like this robot, and then he could cope:
This robot is from that pic of the dozens and dozens of movie and TV robots, and one that seemed really familiar to me but I'm still drawing a complete blank as to where it's from.
Anyone else know?
Originally posted by lborgia88It looks like something from Hanna-Barbera of the 60's or 70's possibly from a Jetsons special or something.
Originally posted by lborgia88 Seeing Zark's plight, I found myself thinking that he really needs to be more like this robot, and then he could cope:I don't watch the show, but isn't it a Dr. Who Dalek? I think i recognize it from some of Sosai Tim's stuff.
Okay, I Googled, and it isn't quite right. This is the Dalek.
I managed to find a mostly-complete list of all the robots in the "Where's Wall-E?" pic, and have learned that this robot is "Gog."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gog_%28film%29
I've never seen this movie at all, but I swear I recall seeing some cartoon with a robot that's supposed to some sort of super-efficient multi-tasking worker robot, with multiple arms like this one...
It's going to bug me until I remember it!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Sep 2011 09:26
I haven't heard of that film either. 
Okay, for today's 'What were they thinking?' I have another horribly colored cover...
Okay, for today's 'What were they thinking?' I have another horribly colored cover...
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Sep 2011 15:08
It says something when Jinpei has the most accurately-colored outfit. I'm not sure what it says, though.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Sep 2011 15:25
What is Princess holding? Is it some sort of sensor? Why does she need two hands to use it? At first I thought it was her 'cycle, until I had a closer look.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Sep 2011 15:52
Oh, that hurts the eyes. Pitiful on their part. Obviously, there was no quality control.
Yeah, and surely it wouldn't have been that hard to keep the people who did the colouring apprised of the correct colours to use for each character!
I'd allow for the odd mistake -even the Tatsunoko animators sometimes, briefly, got a colour wrong -but this is the cover illustration where you'd think the most attention would be given!
I have to say, though, that someone got to have some fun coming up with alien creatures for the team to encounter, since they weren't facing the every-alien-looks-human limitation that Sandy Frank's people did.
What the heck are all the gadgets that they're holding, I wonder? Zark's latest inventions in planetary surveying equipment, no doubt...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Sep 2011 17:32
The gadgets are all equipment for surveying the planet.
Jason and Tiny are *close* to their right colors. Jason has helmet trim and gloves issues, while Tiny's suit is the only thing that is the wrong color. Keyop just has an orange cape but WOW, does it ever hurt the eyes! Princess and Mark are the ones that are totally wrong.
I agree with LB: you'd think the'd have a reference as to what the characters were supposed to look like and pay some attention to the accuracy on the cover!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun The gadgets are all equipment for surveying the planet.I think their gadgets need a setting to detect encroachments by giant dashiki-wearing green aliens! They seem to have been caught off guard -I guess Zark is currently too overwhelmed with incoming messages to keep a vigilant eye on them?
Their like a cross between Draconion (movie "Enemy Mine" 1985 Dennis Quaid) and a very old horror comic I read refering to a sub-human/ neandertholic species that the towns people were afraid they were descendant from (called "Droggs"?)
or Troglodyte -a cave dwellier, esp one of the prehistoric people thought to have lived in caves
have to search shed for comic cause it's going to annoy me till I find the name they used
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Sep 2011 14:48
Actually, those 'aliens' are ugly. And they have claws. Watch out!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Sep 2011 07:54
Okay, here's a good one for a laugh. Even in the comics, Zark is the butt of the joke....
"Hee hee," indeed.
I keep imagining something like this...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Sep 2011 17:22
Now we know why Keyop speaks in such a weird fashion... Zark had his revenge!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Sep 2011 17:43
That's frightening, LB. Zark has control over so much...
And I find it very easy to believe that Zark is secretly evil -maybe because if he were, then he'd be found out eventually and destroyed!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2011 07:10
Another example of coloring gone horribly wrong...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Sep 2011 17:27
Ack! It hurts my eyes!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2011 17:44
It hurts my brain!!!!
Can't get used to seeing blond Keyop! I suppose the team could have used a little more hair colour variety (and it sure seems the creators of these comics thought so too) -a blond or a redhead- but I still think it wouldn't have been that hard for them to give the team their proper, canon hair colors in this comic (and civvies and uniform colors...)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Sep 2011 17:16
Yes, its definitely weird to see! And Keyop seems to be consistently blonde throughout the comics, while Mark's hair color definitely changes.
They should have done better copying the civvies designed/colors.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Sep 2011 07:45
Okay, from later on in the same story... Jinpei has been captured by Galactor agents! But here's a piece of equipment I'll bet you didn't know he had...
At least he doesn't *think* in burbles!
At least he doesn't *think* in burbles!
Now I'm wondering why he can't just use his wrist communicator.
And if that Galactor agent is a zombie -something about the way his hands are stretched forth... Clearly Keyop is so frightened his hair has now turned completely white!
I guess it makes sense that someone with a speech impediment wouldn't have it in their own thoughts, but as speech or thoughts are both shown in text bubbles in a comic, it does come across as sort of strange.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Sep 2011 16:38
Looks to me like he's reaching down into his pants.
Hey goon! Where's the john?
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 22 Sep 2011 01:41
Goon ...."I'm a lumber Jack and I'm okay..." preparing to breaking into further song
Keyop.."Damb no ear plugs, wait... I'll use the lint out of my belly button, perhaps that will muffle their rendition of monty phython..."
LW... I'm blaming the shirt
Keyop is calling for immediate medical evac as Tiny has been bitten by Spectra Bees and is swelling up due to anaphylaxic shock
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Sep 2011 06:05
You guys ar right, he should just be able to use his communicator!
LB, the guy isn't a zombie, but he's just about as dumb as one.
In canon, there are episodes where Keyop 'thinks' (one is the episode where he sneaks by himself into a base in an underground cave... in the ADV Gatch version, the CotW is a stuttering Spinal Tap guy with a British accent) and he is still burbling in his thoughts! D'oh!!!!
In canon, there are episodes where Keyop 'thinks' (one is the episode where he sneaks by himself into a base in an underground cave... in the ADV Gatch version, the CotW is a stuttering Spinal Tap guy with a British accent) and he is still burbling in his thoughts! D'oh!!!!
And now we see what has happened to poor, captured Keyop! In this instance, Zoltar is acting just like Zoltar from canon...except in that he apparently seems to know who Keyop is!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Sep 2011 09:49
I just noticed Keyop uisn't wearing his striped pants either.
At least they have Zoltar's costume correct, except his face looks strange.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Sep 2011 13:25
It *could * be said that Zoltar does not know who Keyop is and he thinks he is using an innocent civilian to keep G-Force's attention focused elsewhere while he escapes. But I tend to feel that Zoltar does know that Keyop is a member.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Sep 2011 14:14
Zoltar is pretty certain that G-Force would actually know Keyop was there, and would come looking for him. IIRC, the implication in the comic was that Zoltar knew exactly who Keyop was.
Somehow, tying Keyop to a pipe in some basement and then opening a valve to flood it seems... rather low-tech for Spectra. Guess Zoltar really is improvising on the fly here!
Though if Zoltar knows who Keyop is, he could just throttle him on the spot with that handy rope and eliminate one member of G-Force -but villains in these kind of stories never do that, do they?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Sep 2011 07:00
It reminds me a lot of those Adam West Batman episodes where there would be a cliffhanger of just this sort all the time... and I think it was UW who noted at the beginning of this thread that Zoltar does resemble Batman, the way they've drawn him!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Sep 2011 08:46
I don't think that was me about the Batman resemblance. It looks like the artists might have been basing Zoltar's face on the crappier shots from the anime. (If the writers and artists didn't watch the TV shows they adapted, they must have used stills from them for reference. As I recall, for their adaptations of live-action shows, they got the faces mostly right.)
Still didn't get the color on the gloves and boots right.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Sep 2011 10:03
You're right, UW! I checked and it was Amethyst. A fair observation though, given that 'square-jawed, masked' face, though.
SOrry, Double post. Slow site strikes again... 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Oct 2011 08:27
Okay, this one has a few strange things... but I *love* the way Zoltar tells off Zark!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2011 08:47
Ouch!
First is me Zoltar, you Jane. Like he has to identify himself in the monarchial way?
Captain Anderson? When did the Chief get a demotion?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Oct 2011 10:18
Exactly! Captain... I wonder if the Cheif annoyed President Kane and is being punished.
Also, I never realized that the tip of Zoltar's mask went so far past his nose!
Heh, we need more scenes of Zark being told off!
Can't help but think that if Zoltar can truly create earthquakes at will, it would be even more terrifying and damaging to do it in a region of the world where they normally never occur, not a region that has building codes and other precautions in place because they're unfortunately prevalent.
Is he, by any chance, bluffing? Or borrowing Lex Luthor's evil scheme from the first Superman movie?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Oct 2011 13:08
I suspect the writers are borrowing Lex Luthor's evil plot. minus the real estate investment.
But yes, it's great to see Zark told off!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2011 13:34
The Captain Anderson comment was the first thing I noticed and was shocked by in this frame.
I suspect what you see as a "long" mask TJ, is actually the end of the mask lines merging into the lines of Zoltar's mouth/frown lines.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2011 13:49
Originally posted by lborgia88 Heh, we need more scenes of Zark being told off! Can't help but think that if Zoltar can truly create earthquakes at will, it would be even more terrifying and damaging to do it in a region of the world where they normally never occur, not a region that has building codes and other precautions in place because they're unfortunately prevalent. Is he, by any chance, bluffing? Or borrowing Lex Luthor's evil scheme from the first Superman movie?Yeah, look how us east coasters reacted to a little shaking.
Or when lots of snow suddenly falls on a place that usually doesn't get much -total chaos!
Is Anderson consistently "Captain" throughout the comic?
He was called that at least once before.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Oct 2011 07:23
Yes, we did mention it before... I don't recall if it's used consistently... I'll have to check.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 3 Oct 2011 14:04
"Captain" is actually a demotion, isn't it? Did Jason have anything to do with?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Oct 2011 14:26
Not that we know of. Hi Daniella!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 3 Oct 2011 14:38
Poor Anderson...he's fighting an uphill battle 
Hi Becky!
Hi Becky!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Oct 2011 15:40
That's not a bad idea... I'll bet Jason's actions have gotten the Chief in hot water from time to time!
Or maybe these comics are a prequel to the canon series and Anderson hasn't been promoted to Chief yet...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Oct 2011 16:33
Interesting thought...
That would explain a lot.
Can't decide on birdstyle colors.
Can't decide on their hair color.
Can't decide on their civies colors.
Can't decide what their weapons are going to be.
Thank goodness they decided before the series started!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Oct 2011 17:49
Yes! Imagine all of that work the guys had to keep dying their hair!
I think that "Chief" is an "NCO" rank, like Sergeant, in most military systems whereas "Captain" is not -but who knows what type of system they're using in the BOTP-verse?
But I like the idea of Jason ending up the cause of a demotion for Anderson ("But President Kane, I ordered him not to fire any missiles at those Spectran assassin squads infiltrating Federation headquarters until it was confirmed that you'd been evacuated -really I did!")
Originally posted by lborgia88 I think that "Chief" is an "NCO" rank, like Sergeant, in most military systems whereas "Captain" is not -but who knows what type of system they're using in the BOTP-verse?That's true. In the military (mostly Navy, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marines {I think}) Chief is an NCO rank similar to Sergeant. However, Chief is an officer rank in civilian organizations such as Police and Fire Departments. Using this, it could hypothesize that G-Force and Galaxy Security are non-military, civilian defense organizations.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Oct 2011 06:10
Technically that is what G-Force is supposed to be. Galaxy Security isn't a police force... they're simply defending against enemy attacks. I can only think of one episode where G-Force took an offensive move where Spectra did not act first (The one where Jason gets dizzy and falls out of the Whirlwind Pyramid... Strike at Spectra?). There are other military planes and tanks and such that we see, but all Galaxy Security seems to have is G-Force.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Oct 2011 12:17
Okay, here's another part from the same story. Zoltar is using rockets to cause the earthquakes. And because he's causing earthquakes, his secret base is... underground. Yep. Very safe, isn't it?
Check out 'Captain Anderson' in the first panel (in background). And the Luminous One has an interesting appearance as well!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Oct 2011 15:49
Chief Petty Officer is an enlisted rank. The highest ranking is Master Chief Petty Officer. It's been a while since I was in the service, but I recall it takes some doing to move from enlisted to officer.
(To put it in Star Trek terms: Ensign Wesley Crusher outranked Chief Miles O'Brien -- a man old enough to be his father. In a regular navy, O'Brien would have to salute Wesley and call him 'sir.')
Maybe the BotP people were thinking of the unnamed 'Chief' of CONTROL on Get Smart when they created the Anderson character.
I tend to think of Galaxy Security as a military organization, or at least more military than the ISO in Gatchaman. I think they make a preemptive strike on Spectra in the first part of Curse of the Cuttlefish too. And isn't there some sort of military installation on the planet Aquatica too -in the ep with the dragon mecha?
But I'm probably just inclined to see "military" -there really isn't anything specifically stated in BOTP that I can recall, other than Mark having the title "Commander." Anderson doesn't wear a uniform, after all.
Originally posted by lborgia88 Anderson doesn't wear a uniform, after all.You'd be surprised how common that is. My brother has been in situations where, despite being on duty, he has been ordered to where civilian attire.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2011 08:26
IIRC, in BOTP, the military forces all belonged to the planets, rather than to the Federation as a whole. G-Force seemed to be the only group fighting for the entire Federation... of course, now I wonder if I'm remembering correctly. I certainly play loose with this in my fanfics.
I guess I tend to think of the Federation having a military sort of in the same sense that the UN has a military or NATO has a military -forces contributed by member nations (or in the BOTP case, planets) but operating under the overall auspices of the Federation -or at least for certain missions. But I can't think of too much canon to support this... Are the Rigan Red Rangers ever shown operating on planets that are not Riga?
Originally posted by amethystI don't think my brother has, but I can see why it would be advantageous to blend in, in certain situations. Seeing as Anderson wears the exact same outfit everyday, I suppose it could be considered a uniform of sorts!Originally posted by lborgia88 Anderson doesn't wear a uniform, after all.You'd be surprised how common that is. My brother has been in situations where, despite being on duty, he has been ordered to where civilian attire.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Oct 2011 09:41
Laziness on the artists part. That's one thing I liked about Totally Spies. Their civilian clothing was always different.
I thought Cronus showed up on Earth at least once.
Time to go over to James' site to see what he says about the Federation.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2011 11:17
In the episode where the big plane (Blue Hawk?) was stolen, the Rangers were operating on Spectra... at Anderson's request.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Oct 2011 03:57
Originally posted by Becky Rock Laziness on the artists part. That's one thing I liked about Totally Spies. Their civilian clothing was always different. I thought Cronus showed up on Earth at least once. Time to go over to James' site to see what he says about the Federation.Ease of animation. You can re-use the cels if nobody dresses differently. If we count the red planes as being piloted by Rangers, I remember they appeared on Mir to bail out the team and in the ant episode, also. Did you mean Jason's site?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Oct 2011 05:19
I believe Zark says those red planes were meant to be a squadron of Mir fighter jets. I have to admit it confused me when I was a child, why would the Mir jets looked the same as Ranger jets.
Probably one of those things you weren't supposed to notice! 
Or perhaps the Red Rangers and the other planets' air forces simply buy their jets from the same supplier?
I kept thinking there was something on Aquatica, in the "Sea Dragon" ep, so I checked. According to Zark, it's the "major repair center for the entire inter-galactic defense force."
I guess this could mean that the Federation's Galaxy Security does have some other forces at their disposal in addition to G-Force (even though we almost never see them)?
Or perhaps the Red Rangers and the other planets' air forces simply buy their jets from the same supplier?
I kept thinking there was something on Aquatica, in the "Sea Dragon" ep, so I checked. According to Zark, it's the "major repair center for the entire inter-galactic defense force."
I guess this could mean that the Federation's Galaxy Security does have some other forces at their disposal in addition to G-Force (even though we almost never see them)?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Oct 2011 10:45
Originally posted by lborgia88 Or perhaps the Red Rangers and the other planets' air forces simply buy their jets from the same supplier?
Too funny! I can just see it now... Crazy Al's Discount Aircraft Warehouse! Chief Anderson moving through the warehouse aisles with his membership card and a massive shopping cart.... ha!
Interesting observation about Aquatica, LB. I didn't know that. It sounds like you might be right about that Galaxy Security force.
UW, I think your'e right about being cheaper to animate if they wear the same outfits. Although I think perhaps it might just be easier for the animators... you never have to think about what the character is wearing... it's always the same!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 9 Oct 2011 11:14
From Jason's website: "Known Federation member planets include Riga, Space Island, Leucadia, Eden and Arcturus, with the latter being Earth's sister planet".
And as per Unpublished Writer's fic alert in the review for the episode "Raid on a nearby planet", what's so important about planet Vega that Spectra wants it so much?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Oct 2011 12:14
My post here last night never showed up.
Yes I meant Jason's. I don't know why I keep saying James'.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Oct 2011 13:08
Probably because we all know that James is a Gatch Guru!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Oct 2011 07:16
And now we see what has become of Zoltar after G-Forde defeat him... or have we?
You know... I wonder if Zoltar really is a robot? In this comic series, anything could happen!
You know... I wonder if Zoltar really is a robot? In this comic series, anything could happen!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Oct 2011 18:15
Hmmm, kind of my first thought TJ. What makes Mark and Jason so sure that Zoltar was not a robot and this was not him?
They probably can't handle the idea of a robot being the leader of an entire planet -after all, they know Zark.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Oct 2011 08:23
Originally posted by lborgia88 They probably can't handle the idea of a robot being the leader of an entire planet -after all, they know Zark.
Perfect, LB! Although, if the entire planet of Spectra were robots, then it would be okay to kill them, right? You'd think they'd be relieved by this discovery!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Oct 2011 10:48
Ohhh, you are right, LB. And TJ, that would fit right in with the BOTP ethos about killings.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Oct 2011 10:49
Isn't that the theme of Eagle Riders? or was it G-Force?
At least they got the colors right this time.
I love your comment about Crazy Al' Discount Aircraft Warehouse, TJ. Reminds me of the aircraft graveyard out west.
Originally posted by Becky Rock Reminds me of the aircraft graveyard out west.Never heard of the aircraft graveyard, but the mothball fleet is not too far from where I live.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Oct 2011 15:01
It could be one and the same, but I thought the graveyard was in New Mexico. Will have to go check.
Apparently, there are several throughout the country, some private, some military. The one I'm thinking of is military, near Tucsan, Arizona.
Ah, thanks. It's been years since I've been down that way.
The mothball fleet that I was thinking of, is old naval vessels in the Carquinez Straight just east of the Benica-Martinez Bridge.
Or more generally, about an hour east of Oakland/San Francisco.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Oct 2011 16:31
Originally posted by Becky Rock Isn't that the theme of Eagle Riders? or was it G-Force?I don't know about G-Force (I think they were humanoid opponents) but ER was the one where the Vorak were supposed to have an android army.
In the case of BOTP, besides all the UN fighter pilots, I can think of some characters that were flesh-and-blood in Gatchaman but robots in BOTP (the captain-of-the-week in "Race with Disaster" comes to mind). I'm wondering now what it might have been like if BOTP, like ER, had presented all the green-clad goons as robots...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Oct 2011 11:57
Since they never showed anyone dieing in BotP, except the doctor friend of Mark's who fell into the earthquake chasm, they might as well have been robots.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Oct 2011 12:09
Yes, it would have been a simple solution...but I'm guessing the 70s sensors wouldn't even go for that?
I'm guessing they probably wouldn't have gone for it
Funny, but I can remember way back, when I first saw Star Wars, being confused as to whether the Storm Troopers were robots or real people. With them all being faceless and identical, and without much personality at all, it was easy to feel pretty indifferent about them all getting shot or blown up by the heroes. If I'd been able to see expressions of fear or pain on their faces, as a little kid, I'd possibly have found it upsetting.
In the scene in "Rage of the Robotoids," where they're all fighting the female mannequin "robotoids" at the end, a lot of that fight scene got cut from the Gatch version even though it's clear the opponents aren't human -but I think some of that might have been because someone thought that mannequins who've made their legs into sharp skewers and who are about to drop from the ceiling and impale G-Force was too disturbing, although some bits where it was just the mannequins getting clobbered were cut too.
If the Spectran goons looked like real humans, albeit wearing masks, and appeared to be reacting with fear or pain in fights, then it might have been considered unsuitable for children to see, even if Zark kept reminding everyone they were all robots, just "programmed" to mimic people.
But the fact that the Spectran goons so often had names, and indications of personality, really added to the show. If they'd been nameless, and all speaking in identical, monotone voices, I think it would have made the show duller.
So, even though Jason got deprived of most of his best fight moves and scenes, I guess it's a good thing that the BOTP people didn't take the ER route of making them all robots.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Oct 2011 20:11
You forget... in BOTP they could have been nameless goons speaking in monotone voices... had Sandy Frank et al wanted that. I agree, it would have made the show duller... or potentially more terrifying (like the Terminator's monotone, or even the monotone of the Portal robots).
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2011 09:40
Today: did you know that the G-Force Team went through a 'power up' ritual?
Dragonsbain
Boardie
posted 24 Oct 2011 10:53
Interesting. 
More evidence that the creators of this comic were clueless about the universe they were working in. That or they were trying to be the original Crack Fic.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2011 12:17
Originally posted by amethyst That or they were trying to be the original Crack Fic.Or they were really into new age meditation...
Originally posted by Transmute JunThey must have been from the Bay Area! New Age Hippie Artists on Crack.Originally posted by amethyst That or they were trying to be the original Crack Fic.Or they were really into new age meditation...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2011 14:48
But they did get the 24 hour idea right. If I remember one of the first comments from Zark being they will remain in Firebird mode for 24 hours - or maybe that was, recovering from Firebird mode takes 24 hours. I will have to rewatch the episode - I think it was the first one.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2011 18:18
So the writers had the team actually linked to the Phoenix. Interesting.
Hmmm...interesting concept...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Oct 2011 05:50
I'm wondering where they got it from... did they make it up, or did they 'borrow' it from elsewhere?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Oct 2011 02:56
Always finding something new in these comics!
Oh boy, now they're really making stuff up here!
I recogize the planets Mark's naming -is this the beginning of the episode where they each encounter the evil robot doubles of themselves?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I'm wondering where they got it from... did they make it up, or did they 'borrow' it from elsewhere?It kind of reminds me of the way they do the tornado fighter in Gatch II, in episode 3...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Oct 2011 19:31
Interesting shot! I didn't realize Jinpei had white wings!!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Oct 2011 18:14
So the occassional color screw ups we used to see in Gatch I were in Gatch II too.
Jinpei's the smallest, and there's only four of them here instead of five -maybe his wings are seriously overheating from all the energy being generated?
Do these Gold Key comics ever mention "cerebonic implants" at all or is this "ritual that instills incredible superpowers to them for a 24 period" meant instead to be how they get their powers?
Got me thinking a bit...
I've always found it interesting that in Gatchaman, there's no explanation for how the Ninjas can do what they do beyond birdstyles and a whole lot of training, whereas in BOTP the writers want a "superpowers" explanation.
Sort of the difference, I suppose, between Batman (regular guy with a lot of training & special gadgets) and Superman (innate superpowers).
I'm sure the BOTP creators knew that viewers can accept exaggeration of the laws of physics (extreme leaping, flipping and soaring -or the tornado fighter) of as a way to indicate the heros' superior skills/abilities but I still find it interesting that while Gatch is "Batman," BOTP is "Superman."
Maybe the BOTP creators thought kids would like the idea that all they needed was to have a cerebonic implant too and then too could be heroes just like G-Force, and that they were uncomfortable about showing teenagers (and one kid) in combat and wanted to make it clear that they weren't ordinary teenagers/kids at all?
Do these Gold Key comics ever mention "cerebonic implants" at all or is this "ritual that instills incredible superpowers to them for a 24 period" meant instead to be how they get their powers?
Got me thinking a bit...
I've always found it interesting that in Gatchaman, there's no explanation for how the Ninjas can do what they do beyond birdstyles and a whole lot of training, whereas in BOTP the writers want a "superpowers" explanation.
Sort of the difference, I suppose, between Batman (regular guy with a lot of training & special gadgets) and Superman (innate superpowers).
I'm sure the BOTP creators knew that viewers can accept exaggeration of the laws of physics (extreme leaping, flipping and soaring -or the tornado fighter) of as a way to indicate the heros' superior skills/abilities but I still find it interesting that while Gatch is "Batman," BOTP is "Superman."
Maybe the BOTP creators thought kids would like the idea that all they needed was to have a cerebonic implant too and then too could be heroes just like G-Force, and that they were uncomfortable about showing teenagers (and one kid) in combat and wanted to make it clear that they weren't ordinary teenagers/kids at all?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Oct 2011 10:06
You may have something there. To support your theory, Eagle Riders, which also tried to lessen the violence (to a much smaller extent), sys the following in its introduction:
The Eagle Riders were established: five courageous young people whose cellular structure allows them to transform into powerful superheroes.So obviously the Eagle Riders aren't 'normal' either... they have special 'cellular structures' and are touted as 'superheroes' right in the introduction!
LB, I love the Batman/Superman analogy. It works really well, except Superman's powers are all natural. If he had stayed on his home world he would have completely normal. (I just completely geeked out there, didn't I?) Anyway, it got me thinking:
We know, from James, that The Six Million Dollar Man influence Gatch II, and didn't that are about the same time as BotP?
Makes me kind of wonder how much influence the bionic man and the Bionic Woman had on the BotP creators?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Oct 2011 12:26
Originally posted by amethyst Makes me kind of wonder how much influence the bionic man and the Bionic Woman had on the BotP creators?Not enough! Otherwise Mark and Princess would have had a romance, and eventually have gotten married, just like Jamie Sommers and Steve Austin did...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Oct 2011 14:24
But wasn't that years later? And wasn't there a bionic dog, a Shepard? Like Orion, to an extent.
Originally posted by Becky Rock But wasn't that years later? And wasn't there a bionic dog, a Shepard? Like Orion, to an extent.Yes, a German Shephard named Max (if I'm remembering correctly). Yes, the marriage took place in the movie-sequels, but the underlying relationship was supposedly there off and on, at the convenience of the writers, et al.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun So obviously the Eagle Riders aren't 'normal' either... they have special 'cellular structures' and are touted as 'superheroes' right in the introduction!That's interesting -now I'm wondering how Ace, Dirk etc. are described in G-Force Guardians of Space -normal albeit talented kids with lots of training, or kids with "superpowers"? If I had to guess, I'd say that it's probably the fact that such young characters were on an official "Federation" combat team being sent against the enemy forces attacking planets all over the galaxy that made the BOTP creators want to go with "Superman" rather than "Batman" -probably the same reasons they made such drastic changes with between Jinpei and Keyop. With the Science Ninja Team, I get the impression they're more secretive and less well-known within the ISO than G-Force is within Galaxy Security and that no one knows much about them at all except Dr. Nambu. In the first episode, he suddenly tells the UN of the Science Ninja Team's existence -surprising everyone. It's probably a safe bet that Dr. Nambu might have encountered some resistance had he announced to the ISO and the UN, "Hey, I want to train these two orphans I've got here, Ken and Joe, and adopt some more kids, and train them all to be an elite squad of Ninjas to send against any future global terrorist menaces that arise!" but I've always had the impression he trained and equipped them all pretty much in secrecy, probably using a lot of his own money to fund it (and whatever areas of the ISO R&D budget he had control over).
Originally posted by amethyst We know, from James, that The Six Million Dollar Man influence Gatch II, and didn't that are about the same time as BotP? Makes me kind of wonder how much influence the bionic man and the Bionic Woman had on the BotP creators?I could believe that there was some influence. "Cerebonic" and "bionic" do sound awfully similar, and both Steve Austin and Jamie Somers had things "implanted" in their heads, to enhance their vision and hearing. And both the Six Million Dollar Man and The Bionic Woman were really popular shows with kids around the time that BOTP would have been being developed.
Becky - Yes there was a German Shepherd, Max which was short for Maxamillion. Rudy said he named him that cause he only cost a million. I was an avid Bionic Woman fan and had a crush on the Six million dollar man in 5th grade. **yes I'm old** I loved the Bionic Dog and am eagerly awaiting the episodes of the Bionic Woman to be released that have him in it. I was also a big fan of the movies they filmed later on and squealed like a 5th grader when Steve finally asked Jamie to marry him.
I was an avid Bionic Woman fan and had a crush on the Six million dollar man in 5th grade. **yes I'm old** I loved the Bionic Dog and am eagerly awaiting the episodes of the Bionic Woman to be released that have him in it. I was also a big fan of the movies they filmed later on and squealed like a 5th grader when Steve finally asked Jamie to marry him.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Oct 2011 07:32
Okay, here's our next exciting page from Gold Key... Just too many silly things on this one!
First, I love the 'brilliant' deduction Princess is making... she just needs to turn around! And according to Jason, G-Force has laser guns! Most interesting is the way they've drawn the aliens as actually being somewhat different from humans.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Oct 2011 10:00
I'm over Princess's deduction also!! And what are those alien "leaders" wearing? It's like they're wearing some type of velvety bathrobe, the ones we see rich people wear in films! I wonder where their glasses of wine are!!
Also ... those aliens need to do some worthy posing in order to seem even a bit friendly since their appearance does not give that impression at all!!
over Princess's deduction also!! And what are those alien "leaders" wearing? It's like they're wearing some type of velvety bathrobe, the ones we see rich people wear in films! I wonder where their glasses of wine are!!
Also ... those aliens need to do some worthy posing in order to seem even a bit friendly since their appearance does not give that impression at all!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Oct 2011 14:28
And why are Mark and Princess talking into what looks like walkie-talkies?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Oct 2011 16:09
I hadn't even noticed that, Marie! You're right, the alien costumes look like smoking jackets!
And Becky, good point! Why can't they use their communicators?
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Oct 2011 16:31
The alien ships have googly eyes!
Originally posted by UnpublishedWriter The alien ships have googly eyes!Not to mention they are shaped like something out of a bad 1950's sci-fi movie.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Nov 2011 06:44
Originally posted by amethyst Not to mention they are shaped like something out of a bad 1950's sci-fi movie.Yep, they remind me of the Space Mountain building at Disneyworld...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Nov 2011 14:49
They could be giant frogs.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Nov 2011 15:07
You know that would fit with the reptile look of the aliens, Becky.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Nov 2011 18:12
Well here's what happened when they trusted the aliens. Notice that they're all eating with their visors on, and that we finally see Keyop's true nature!
Even better, Keyop isn't burbling!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Nov 2011 18:36
Very interesting piece of information about Keyop. And you are right he has lost his burbles here. I thought he was burbling in earlier episodes.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Nov 2011 00:31
Really very interesting! And couldn't think about what was really in that food!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Nov 2011 05:52
He was definitely burbling in earlier issues. I guess his speech impediment cleared up!
I would like to know how Keyop went from being some sort of clone to a robot?
Last time I checked, robots are not grown from embryonic cells.
Yeah, I'm scratching my head trying to recall if we've seen any reference here so far to him being a robot and I can't think of one. And suddenly no burbles in this story either? Makes me wonder if they had a new writer for this particular story who barely knew any canon at all for BOTP.
Say, I guess in that story where Keyop ended up tied to a pipe by Zoltar in a basement that was flooding, he was never in any danger of drowning -he's a robot!
Heh, and in the story where Zoltar created robot doubles of the G-Force members, did the Keyop robot get kept in the end to use for spare parts?
Originally posted by lborgia88 Yeah, I'm scratching my head trying to recall if we've seen any reference here so far to him being a robot and I can't think of one.The only thing that I can think of that comes even close is in the episode "Mission to Inner Space" where the scientists is complaining about working with women and children and Anderson responds, "It's true she's a women, but he's not..." And is cut off. There are so many ways that sentence could have ended.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Nov 2011 15:19
Keyop might be a child in age, but his experience is the same as the rest of the team's, which makes him older. Not that we see a lot of that in he way he acts.
In canon, Keyop was grown from a cell in a laboratory. I believe Zark narrates this fact in the first episode.
Say, I guess in that story where Keyop ended up tied to a pipe by Zoltar in a basement that was flooding, he was never in any danger of drowning -he's a robot!But he was in danger of short circuiting if the water got into his ears.
Heh, and in the story where Zoltar created robot doubles of the G-Force members, did the Keyop robot get kept in the end to use for spare parts?You know, maybe that's what happened! They liked robot Keyop better, and he could even speak without burbling!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Nov 2011 17:51
They should have just had him stutter. It would have filled the time and stull identified him as different.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Nov 2011 07:23
And now we see what the evil aliens have done... not only changed Chief Anderson into Captain Anderson, but put him in... gasp... matching clothes! The shock is too much for the poor man to bear, and his hair has gone grey...
Maybe Mark calling the Chief "captain" was the clue that Anderson needed to believe Keyops story as apposed to Mark's debriefing!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Nov 2011 08:20
Originally posted by KT1972 Maybe Mark calling the Chief "captain" was the clue that Anderson needed to believe Keyops story as apposed to Mark's debriefing!Good point!
Has to be some logic in the daft stories, can't explain the outfit change though, and what's with the creepy looking twins behind him?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Nov 2011 10:25
Originally posted by KT1972 and what's with the creepy looking twins behind him?Must be the Wonder Twins in disguise. Or maybe Vulcans?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Or maybe Vulcans?Oh, good, it's not just me that thought that!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Nov 2011 13:52
Originally posted by KT1972 Has to be some logic in the daft stories, can't explain the outfit change though, and what's with the creepy looking twins behind him?It's about time he gets some different clothes, even if its only a change in his vest.
And shirt, tie and hair do. Will the rest of the team get makeovers after they complete the mission? Surely they've earnt it!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Nov 2011 17:34
If you look earlier in this thread, KT, you'll see some definite makeovers for the Team in civvies!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Nov 2011 17:52
Makeovers in hair, temperament, nothing was sacred.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, there are sooooo many things wrong with this picture, I'm just going to mention one or two of the more obvious ones. I'll let the rest of you mentioned the others. And there's LOTS to mention!omfg: I really thought makeovers were meant to be an improvement:
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Nov 2011 00:32
Love your reaction at seeing one of the earliest makeovers, KT1972 ... it's a picture which is really not that easy to erase from one's mind!!
I fully concur with the Vulcan comparison! I knew I had seen those outfits somewhere!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 15 Nov 2011 04:55
drawn by the same people who did the Scooby Doo comics
Mark (blonde?) looks like Shaggy
Keyop looks bow legged or he's close to puberty
Originally posted by gatchamarieYou mean there's worse than that?!!!!!
I'll have to look again. 
Although it's nice for Princess to actually wear a dress, I don't imagine that would be one she'd choose!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Nov 2011 06:15
I agree with Princess... it's nice to see her looking classy in a dress, but you'd think she'd pick a color other than pink!
Originally posted by littlewolf Keyop looks bow legged or he's close to pubertymight be just me, but he looks as if his entire lower half has been drawn back to front.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Nov 2011 15:36
I was hoping to never see that picture again. I don't know whether to laugh or cry.
I have the whole comic collection, but in black and white, so I never saw the extent of the travesty.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Nov 2011 16:05
Oh, come on, Becky, you know that picture makes you laugh every time you see it! It's so bad, it hurts!
Originally posted by Becky Rock I was hoping to never see that picture again. I don't know whether to laugh or cry.Please allow me to apologise. Lets now put it behind us and get back to the issue of the vulcan bodyguards!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Nov 2011 16:35
All right, TJ. It does make me laugh, but it is pitiful. I really couldn't tell which one was Mark and which one was Jason.
KT - I've never seen a bulky Vulcan before and those guys looked bulky. Robots, maybe?
Originally posted by KT1972 Please allow me to apologise. Lets now put it behind us and get back to the issue of the vulcan bodyguards!!!No need to apologize! We wander off topic here all the time. It's part of the fun of the place!
Originally posted by KT1972 get back to the issue of the vulcan bodyguards!!!I just don't understand the idea of Vulcan bodyguards. Maybe they are Romulan instead? Personally, I'd rather have Klingon bodyguards. Romulans are far more sneaky and probably rate just above Ferengii when it comes to matters of trust. Vulcans would rather debate than protect until the last possible minute. Klingons are honorable and would rather die fighting. It's quite possible these "artists" (for lack of a better word), where influenced by the early Star Trek resurgence, which would point back to the Vulcans since Romulans have always fought with Humans and at that time peace had yet to be made with the Klingon Empire (I don't think they'd even killed Kirk's son), so are view of Klingons is still skewed.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Nov 2011 20:47
The artists on this comic probably also worked on the Star Trek comic book, hence the resemblance to Vulcans.
I didn't know that the Gold Key Comics people had gotten their hands on Star Trek too!
But I had to go and google it...
Found some (unrelated) pages:
The guy in the bottom right corner is apparently a Klingon (TOS-style, with no forehead ridge) but he sure has the Vulcan hairstyle!
As for "Captain" Anderson's bodyguards -has me wondering what might have resulted if Gold Key had tried a BOTP/Star Trek cross-over issue. 
The guy in the bottom right corner is apparently a Klingon (TOS-style, with no forehead ridge) but he sure has the Vulcan hairstyle!
As for "Captain" Anderson's bodyguards -has me wondering what might have resulted if Gold Key had tried a BOTP/Star Trek cross-over issue.
Oh no!!!!
Imagine R2D2 and C3PO trying to converse with the egotistical Zark?
I don't even want to go there!
Zark is already a R2D2/C3PO crossover! R2D2's body with C3PO's annoying voice and personality. I don't want to see what would happen if they ever met... unless it was that R2D2 destroyed Zark...
This is reminding me of LB's wonderful comic from the beginning of this thread!
This is reminding me of LB's wonderful comic from the beginning of this thread!
Oh if only!!!!!! That would just make my day.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Nov 2011 14:53
Gold Key Comics were licensed to produce adaptations of numerous television shows. Wikipedia has an article on it.
C-3PO is much less annoying than Zark. And R2-D2 is actually able to do stuff.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Nov 2011 16:42
We could have R2D2 zap Zark with his tazer and steal his voice, as anything R2D2 would have to say would be better than what Zark would say.
Originally posted by Becky Rock We could have R2D2 zap Zark with his tazer and steal his voice, as anything R2D2 would have to say would be better than what Zark would say.
And we'd get inteligent conversation from him too!!!!
I wouldn't be surprised if George Lucas did raise an eyebrow at Zark, if he ever happened to see Battle of Planets -the imitation was so apparent!
We're forgetting the robot autopilot on the new God Phoenix in Gatch II... R2D2 imitation and/or plot device to give Ryu an excuse to leave the ship in his own G-machine tank. Its voice was sort of annoying too, though thankfully it had far less to say than Zark!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Nov 2011 06:09
I'm sure there were MANY copies of R2D2 in various 70s shows. Star Wars was far too popular not to be imitated.
I don't mind Pimer (the Gatch II autopilot). As you say, LB, he served an appropriate purpose (flying the ship, to allow Ryu to get off and go on missions and have his own G-machine) and didnt' talk too often. And when he did talk, it was very 'mechanical' and impersonal... NO personality quirks!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun it was very 'mechanical' and impersonal... NO personality quirks!Zark would have been fine without the mechanical speech; however we was way too personal and took too much credit for himself (I guess those are personality quirks, but I think some went beyond quirky).
I grew up on G-Force ---> Gatchaman, so this whole Zark and Rover thing left me completely bewildered. I had no idea what was everyone talking about for quite a while. I think I should consider myself happy. (Well, except for that Dirk Daring and Ace Goodheart and Dr. Brighthead thing)
By the way, when I saw that picture of the team in their civvies, I had to think 'Oh look! It's Chewbacca, princess Leia, Luke and Han Solo! In the presence of some... shaved Ewok or something...'
Victoria, you don't know how lucky you are! For most of my childhood, I had Zark like it or not. I often thought he interupted things just as they started to get really exciting. 
I do think he could have been a lot more bearable if he was just restricted to intro's and signing off roles, and didn't try to take all credit for G-Forces success!
I do think he could have been a lot more bearable if he was just restricted to intro's and signing off roles, and didn't try to take all credit for G-Forces success!
Originally posted by Victoria By the way, when I saw that picture of the team in their civvies, I had to think 'Oh look! It's Chewbacca, princess Leia, Luke and Han Solo! In the presence of some... shaved Ewok or something...'
That's perfect!!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Nov 2011 15:58
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I'm sure there were MANY copies of R2D2 in various 70s shows. Star Wars was far too popular not to be imitated. I don't mind Pimer (the Gatch II autopilot). As you say, LB, he served an appropriate purpose (flying the ship, to allow Ryu to get off and go on missions and have his own G-machine) and didnt' talk too often. And when he did talk, it was very 'mechanical' and impersonal... NO personality quirks!And he certainly didn't make creepy comments about Jun.
I think that the Sandy Frank team were influenced by many Sci-fi shows of the time, 1-rover-1's resemblence to K-9 of Doctor Who springs to mind!
Can anyone spot references to other 70's TV shows they could have "borrowed" from?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Nov 2011 07:11
Well we previously had a discussion about how the 'cerebonics' sounded awfully close to 'bionics' aka the Six Million Dollar Man/Woman.
And did the idea for robotic personalities come from The Hitchhikers' Guide to the Galaxy's Marvin the paranoid Android?
Originally posted by KT1972 And did the idea for robotic personalities come from The Hitchhikers' Guide to the Galaxy's Marvin the paranoid Android?Probably more likely from Hal of the Space Oddessy series or Robot from Lost In Space. I've read the Hitchiker's books, but it has been a long time, so I googled them not knowing when they came out. Wikipedia shows them based on a radio show that ran in Enland starting in 1978, that it was running concurrently to when BotP was released in the US.
BOTP's "Intergalactic Federation of Peaceful Planets," squared off against planet Spectra sure does seem like it could have been influenced by Star Trek's "United Federation of Planets," and its dealings with Klingons or Romulans.
Originally posted by amethystSo no then!Originally posted by KT1972 And did the idea for robotic personalities come from The Hitchhikers' Guide to the Galaxy's Marvin the paranoid Android?Probably more likely from Hal of the Space Oddessy series or Robot from Lost In Space. I've read the Hitchiker's books, but it has been a long time, so I googled them not knowing when they came out. Wikipedia shows them based on a radio show that ran in Enland starting in 1978, that it was running concurrently to when BotP was released in the US.
That will teach me to do my homework before posting, although it's a good point that there were a lot of Sci-fi shows around at the time and a few would have been influenced by others.
Hi all,
Originally posted by KT1972 I think that the Sandy Frank team were influenced by many Sci-fi shows of the time, 1-rover-1's resemblence to K-9 of Doctor Who springs to mind! Can anyone spot references to other 70's TV shows they could have "borrowed" from?I can add a hopefully interesting little story about the origins of 1-Rover-1 that was passed along to me by Jameson Brewer. As he and his staff completed episodes of Battle of the Planets, they would send cuts of them to Sandy Frank and some of his consultants for notes. One of the early episodes they worked on before the series aired was "Orion, Wonder Dog of Space." Jameson remembered a late night conference call with Sandy and the consultants about it where one of them kept insisting that Orion was too big. His point was children preferred small dogs and puppies and he didn't quite "get it" that the Japanese animation couldn't be changed like that. He kept pushing the whole conversation for them to change Orion into a small dog. Obviously, that wasn't going to happen! But the point was made, and his comments made the staff consider adding a dog. When they later took episodes to be audience tested in front of kids, one of the main questions they asked on their form was whether or not 7-Zark-7 should have a dog. Almost 60% responded "Yes." So that's the reason 1-Rover -1 is there. One consultant and a slice of the viewing public spoke up. I don't know if his appearance was based on anything in particular though. And welcome, KT1972, since I didn't say it before!
Thank you the other Jason for that welcome
I'd often wondered what the point of 1-rover-1 was, because other to hold Zark's towel, he really doesn't do anything. He certainly doesn't add anything to the story IMHO!!!
If anyone can show me any different I'd be happy to hear about it
I'd often wondered what the point of 1-rover-1 was, because other to hold Zark's towel, he really doesn't do anything. He certainly doesn't add anything to the story IMHO!!!
If anyone can show me any different I'd be happy to hear about it
Awww .. that's a great story, Jason!
No, Orion was never going to be a small dog, and I can't even imagine how they thought they could change a detail like his size!
I was, however, entirely grateful as an adult that the Sandy Frank producers kept the guise that he was still alive at the end, even if left behind. I was devestated when I watched the end of the "Gatch" version and would have been even more so had I watched that as the naive 10-year-old that I was.
And I must confess that I never minded 1-Rover-1; in fact, I rather liked him ... especially considering that he was fond of dismantling Zark's ready room with his snackie wrenches!
RIgirl, I agree, 1-Rover-1 was definitely less annoying than Zark, but that could just be the fact that I am a dog person, too.
I'm not sure how I would have reacted to Orion's death. By the time I was 8 and watching BotP I had already experienced the loss of two dogs: one we had to put to sleep for back tumors and one we had to give away because she would not stay in the backyard no matter how high the fence and the front yard was not safe, we lived on a busy street.
But this talk of influence has me wondering: Could Zark and Rover have influenced the makers of Star Trek: The Next Generation when they gave Data his cat, Spot?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Nov 2011 14:27
RI Girl, I felt the same way about Rover. I didn't mind him. He didn't add anything to the show, but it was nice to see him and be able to watch him rather than some of the stuff that Zark waffled on about.
Plus I always thought it would be fun to have a robot dog at your beck and call, ready to carry things for you or to take messages (or dirty plates to the kitchen) rather then me having to carry them myself.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Nov 2011 14:32
I am as far from an 'animal person' as you can get, so I wouldn't have been bothered at all as a kid if Orion had died. However, 1-Rover-1 wasn't a problem for me at all. In fact, I liked him much better than Zark, who talked too much and for too long!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Nov 2011 15:40
[i]But this talk of influence has me wondering: Could Zark and Rover have influenced the makers of Star Trek: The Next Generation when they gave Data his cat, Spot?That's a good question. But at least Spot was real.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Nov 2011 17:24
Originally posted by Becky Rock That's a good question. But at least Spot was real.And had kittens to prove it!
Originally posted by The Other Jason But the point was made, and his comments made the staff consider adding a dog. When they later took episodes to be audience tested in front of kids, one of the main questions they asked on their form was whether or not 7-Zark-7 should have a dog. Almost 60% responded "Yes."That's some neat info, Jason! Though if I'd been one of the kids, back then, I'd have said that Zark should have a cat.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I'm sure there were MANY copies of R2D2 in various 70s shows. Star Wars was far too popular not to be imitated. I don't mind Pimer (the Gatch II autopilot). As you say, LB, he served an appropriate purpose (flying the ship, to allow Ryu to get off and go on missions and have his own G-machine) and didnt' talk too often. And when he did talk, it was very 'mechanical' and impersonal... NO personality quirks!Trying to recall what Pimer looks like, and coming across a bit where Jinpei kicks him, led to some gif-making. If only they could have kicked Zark!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Nov 2011 12:07
LB, that's great.
I'd forgotten Pimer looks like a big gumball machine.
Bwahahahaha...love that gif, LB!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Nov 2011 13:56
I just want to know what nutcase actually agreed to those demands of Zark's!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I just want to know what nutcase actually agreed to those demands of Zark's!Tipper Gore
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Nov 2011 15:45
Oh yeah. She did spearhead that, didn't she?
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Nov 2011 18:52
About ten years too late.
Blame some different wusses.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Nov 2011 01:07
Thanks a lot for the neat info, Jason!
Originally posted by Victoria I grew up on G-Force ---> Gatchaman, so this whole Zark and Rover thing left me completely bewildered. I had no idea what was everyone talking about for quite a while. I think I should consider myself happy. (Well, except for that Dirk Daring and Ace Goodheart and Dr. Brighthead thing)I too grew up watching Gatchaman, having had the fortunate possibility to see all the series one after the other! I just saw a couple of BotP episodes before Gatchaman took over and I almost completely forgot all about Zark until I've joined this site as a grownup! Must say that I really have to be honest and admit that I don't regret having had Zark out of my childhood at all! I remember Rover not being a burden at all, and Pimer in Gatch II being likewise as it only fulfilled its duties without any annoying additions like Zark's! Great gif, LB!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I just want to know what nutcase actually agreed to those demands of Zark's!I'd guess someone(s) who correctly realized the necessity of a narrator to fill in the exposition gaps and explain that "everyone is evacuated," "those planes are flown by robots," or "he/she escaped at the last minute and is just fine now!" but who didn't have a good grasp at all of how to give said narrator a personality, or scenes, that would appeal to most kids! I recall groaning in irritated impatience, as a kid, whenever the show cut to a Zark scene. Or maybe all they would have had to do was, via some dialogue bits, make it clear that the G-Force members thought he was neurotic, controlling, patronizing, weird (re. Susan) too, instead of them gushing that he's a genius, or kissing him!
Have to say Zark might have worked if they had created him much more likeable in the first place!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Nov 2011 09:24
Yes, I totally understand the need for a narrator, but the personality is what did me in. And I agree, LB, the fact that the Team were always going on about how great he was! 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Nov 2011 10:14
Not all of them. I don't remember Jason ever saying anything good about him. Zark implied Jason contacted him in the Strike on Spectra, but that still wasn't Jason saying anything good about him.
But he didn't say anything bad, that I can recall.
I think it was mostly Mark and Princess who complimented Zark, especially in the scenes where they were in the Ready Room with him.
Poor Mark and Princess, they really did get set up to be the "Teacher's Pets," in the show, didn't they? Kids must have been a bit confused, wondering "Do they really like him that much, or are they being suck-ups?"
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Nov 2011 12:28
If you don't have anything good to say, you don't say anything at all - but Jason had no problem with speaking his mind usually.
I know there were a couple fics where Anderson said to someone he regretted ever giving the okay for Zark to be built.
I like that -after all, Zark does take credit for some stuff, at Anderson's expense, that was done/developed by Nambu in the Gatch version.
I've seen fics too where the G-Force members praise and coo over Zark but only to humor him, because they really think he's irritating but realize they're stuck with him -that's always worked for me.
I've enjoyed the fics where he ends up in tiny bits and pieces!!! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Nov 2011 07:43
We did a fic exchange on the BOTP ML a couple of years ago. My request was for 'Zark gets what he truly deserves' and the author did a wonderful job of balancing those 'suck-up comments while still doing exactly what I asked.
So I think it's possible... both can be done... you just have the be creative and stretch your mind a bit.
So I think it's possible... both can be done... you just have the be creative and stretch your mind a bit.
What, play with his FOSDIC until he explodes?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Nov 2011 08:25
Originally posted by KT1972 What, play with his FOSDIC until he explodes?Not quite! This is the actual fic that was written for me... http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=762
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Nov 2011 08:26
And since you're all dying to know what happens after G-Force realizes that they've been drugged, here's the next panel. The answer is simple: when aliens drug you, turn it into a food fight!
P.S. Who gave Mark Jason's angry pills?
P.S. Who gave Mark Jason's angry pills?
Now that will really convince the Katellians they remain drugged!!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Nov 2011 14:46
Ummm, so they are on board the Katellian's ship and yet they still need to talk to them on a view screen? Hmmm ... I am not sure I understand that, but if that is what the writers want me to believe, fine.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Nov 2011 16:05
Originally posted by KT1972 What, play with his FOSDIC until he explodes?EWWWWWW!! I need some extra soap to wash that visual out of my mind.
Originally posted by Becky RockOh, Becky... maybe you need to read this again... http://m.fanfiction.net/s/3712741/1/Originally posted by KT1972 What, play with his FOSDIC until he explodes?EWWWWWW!! I need some extra soap to wash that visual out of my mind.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Nov 2011 19:06
I hadn't read that one in a while. Thanks, TJ!
One of the first fanfics I read, and it still makes me laugh to read it over again!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Nov 2011 06:14
Yes, that's one of my favorites!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Nov 2011 08:19
Not very exciting, but here is the end of those duplicitous aliens!
I like how Princess notes that no one can ever be completely safe, and they just have to be careful! Quite profound for this particular comic!
I like how Princess notes that no one can ever be completely safe, and they just have to be careful! Quite profound for this particular comic!
Mark and Jason look like they're having a game of 'Rock, paper, scissors' in one frame.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Nov 2011 08:57
Originally posted by KT1972 Mark and Jason look like they're having a game of 'Rock, paper, scissors' in one frame.LOL, interesting interpretation!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Nov 2011 15:13
The only thing I see wrong is Princess's Birdstyle isn't sleeveless.
Is the term Birdstyle canon or fanon? Anyone know?
Originally posted by Becky Rock The only thing I see wrong is Princess's Birdstyle isn't sleeveless. Is the term Birdstyle canon or fanon? Anyone know?Birdstyle is Gatch canon. I don't think it is ever actually used in BotP though it has been adopted. I don't think they ever actually have a name for their transmuted uniforms.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Nov 2011 16:25
Just like I don't think we are given their bird "names" in BOTP.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Nov 2011 17:13
In BOTP they were simply 'G-Force Uniforms' and very little mention was made, if any, to their resemblance to birds.
Jinpei's look up there in that pic... 
oh god, that one will haunt me in my nightmares. It's like: "Let's have some bondage. You like that, don't you? I know you do. I watch you in the shower, with the hair-dryer cord, yes? So come on, strip already and let's have some bondage! <3 "
oh god, that one will haunt me in my nightmares. It's like: "Let's have some bondage. You like that, don't you? I know you do. I watch you in the shower, with the hair-dryer cord, yes? So come on, strip already and let's have some bondage! <3 "
Jason certainly sounds like he'll have fun tying them up, wonder if he'll persuade Princess to join in?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Nov 2011 06:21
Originally posted by Victoria Jinpei's ...[snip]... "Let's have some bondage. You like that, don't you? I know you do. I watch you in the shower, with the hair-dryer cord, yes? So come on, strip already and let's have some bondage! <3 "
Jason certainly sounds like he'll have fun tying them up, wonder if he'll persuade Princess to join in?You guys certainly have some wild imaginations!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Nov 2011 16:12
You know we do, TJ. So do you, and we're so glad of that!
Originally posted by Victoria It's like: "Let's have some bondage. You like that, don't you? I know you do. I watch you in the shower, with the hair-dryer cord, yes? So come on, strip already and let's have some bondage! <3 "When you think about it, there's an awful lot of bondage in the original series -not to mention whips!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 30 Nov 2011 00:50
What is the name of the fanfic were Joe was captured and the team rescued him, only to have Joe wanting to go back, involved a lot of sex toys found in Katse room (whipped cream, feathers etc, (They thought Joe brave and fearless wanting to go back and brave such horrible torcher( he seemed reluctant to be rescue in the first place)
seems to apply to these pictures
Some of the writers/artists had some wild fetishes!!!
Originally posted by littlewolf What is the name of the fanfic were Joe was captured and the team rescued him, only to have Joe wanting to go back, involved a lot of sex toys found in Katse room (whipped cream, feathers etc, (They thought Joe brave and fearless wanting to go back and brave such horrible torcher( he seemed reluctant to be rescue in the first place) seems to apply to these picturesSounds like you could be thinking of Lori McDonald's "Josoushumisha Ninja Tai Gatchaman," where Joe hears that Devil Stars want to capture and keep him as a sex slave -so he turns himself in! http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=486
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Nov 2011 07:39
Yikes! I haven't read that one, nd don't think I'd want to!
It's actually really funny -it all starts when Ken and Joe have to disguise themselves as girls, for an undercover mission, and attend a girls boarding school . I'm thinking now it's probably not the one LW is thinking of, though, as I can't recall Katse being in it at all.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Nov 2011 09:58
Originally posted by lborgia88 It's actually really funny -it all starts when Ken and Joe have to disguise themselves as girls, for an undercover mission, and attend a girls boarding school . I'm thinking now it's probably not the one LW is thinking of, though, as I can't recall Katse being in it at all.I've read that one, but definitely don't remember Katse... there were Devilstars though.
Think it might be "The Rescue" by Ennien & Lori McDonald
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Nov 2011 15:48
I remember reading it, but can't think of the name or author.
Originally posted by littlewolf What is the name of the fanfic were Joe was captured and the team rescued him, only to have Joe wanting to go back, involved a lot of sex toys found in Katse room (whipped cream, feathers etc, (They thought Joe brave and fearless wanting to go back and brave such horrible torcher( he seemed reluctant to be rescue in the first place) seems to apply to these picturesThe Rescue. By Ennien Very funny.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Nov 2011 15:59
Dragonsbain
Boardie
posted 30 Nov 2011 23:47
OMG!!! UW, that was a fablous find.
I laughed myself silly reading that. 
Seeing as the pets thread is so popular right now, I thought we could get a look at G-Force's pet. And no, i don't mean Zark. This is a very early picture of 1-Rover-1... before he got his first paint job!
Oh yeah, and Zark looks like he got the worst end of a knife fight.. or is that just a creeping shadow of doom?
Oh yeah, and Zark looks like he got the worst end of a knife fight.. or is that just a creeping shadow of doom?
1-Rover-1 is more K9 with legs here, and has Zark been playing with Mark's boomerang and missed?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Dec 2011 09:02
I love it! Yes, Zark had a problem with his boomerang!
And it had struck the panels, cutting off the communication with the outside world!!! lol
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Dec 2011 12:20
If only we could be so lucky that it cut off Zark's communications with us!
Originally posted by KT1972 we can dream eh! ;pOr we could just cross-wire the circuits that control his speech functions and short them out. It'd be more fun than just dreaming.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Dec 2011 15:39
But then she'd have to touch his... wires... and maybe his FOSDIC... Ewwwwwww.....
Originally posted by Transmute Jun But then she'd have to touch his... wires... and maybe his FOSDIC... Ewwwwwww.....Maybe should could remove that while she was in there and not only mute him, but neuter him as well.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Dec 2011 16:02
Or just have Jason shoot him.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Dec 2011 17:18
Originally posted by amethystOnly if she could do it remotely with her yo-yo!Originally posted by Transmute Jun But then she'd have to touch his... wires... and maybe his FOSDIC... Ewwwwwww.....Maybe should could remove that while she was in there and not only mute him, but neuter him as well.
Originally posted by Transmute JunWith the electric charge on he yo-yo, she should be able to take care of Zark and not have to touch him.Originally posted by amethystOnly if she could do it remotely with her yo-yo!Originally posted by Transmute Jun But then she'd have to touch his... wires... and maybe his FOSDIC... Ewwwwwww.....Maybe should could remove that while she was in there and not only mute him, but neuter him as well.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Dec 2011 18:06
Springie made this some time ago... awesome, isn't it?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Springie made this some time ago... awesome, isn't it?
That's perfect!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Dec 2011 18:36
I love it! She needs to add them all smiling afterwards.
That one's a classic for sure -and what we've all longed to see!
Now go begging George Lucas for permission to use R2D2 as a replacement
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Dec 2011 06:39
Oh no! We've had enough copyright infringement, thank you very much!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Dec 2011 17:00
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Seeing as the pets thread is so popular right now, I thought we could get a look at G-Force's pet. And no, i don't mean Zark. This is a very early picture of 1-Rover-1... before he got his first paint job!You may have noticed that the artists apparently didn't know that Zark wears a sweater. It's drawn as if it's a paint-job on his chassis.
Maybe the sweater is there to hide obscene pictures drunk Jason drew on Zark with permanent markers whilst it was... uh... recharging or something?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Dec 2011 07:54
If Jason were able to get that close to Zark, I'm hoping he'd do more than 'draw pictures'! Maybe... carve pictures out with the point of his feather darts?
I think that's what we'd all hope for somehow!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Dec 2011 16:05
If Jason got that close, Zark would have been in pieces.
'So, you think I'm difficult to be around huh?' Tears off one of Zark's arms. 'Then I better be difficult.' Hits Zark with said arm.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Dec 2011 16:13
Oh, that would be priceless! Continue that story, Becky!!!! 
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Dec 2011 00:36
ITA, Becky! You couldn't have said it better!! ... it's like music to my ears!!
'And get that damn sweater off! Who the hell knitted it? I'm going to shove a shiriken up their ass!' Tears off Zark's other arm and sticks it where the sun don't shine.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Dec 2011 15:35
I bet Zark knitted that sweater for himself in secret, in the dead of night...
Originally posted by Becky Rock 'And get that damn sweater off! Who the hell knitted it? I'm going to shove a shiriken up their ass!' Tears off Zark's other arm and sticks it where the sun don't shine.Must have been Grandma Numbu who knitted it.
(thinking of TJ's fic - yeah wrong fandom.)
Does Zark have a "place where the sun don't shine." And .... I am assuming you mean Zark's "place" and not Jason's.
Sorry but my mind is tired, and I get funny/weird ithoughts when that happens.....
Originally posted by clouddancer Does Zark have a "place where the sun don't shine."Squick Warning! The following comment has been deemed tolerable for only those with strong constitutions or copious amounts of eye bleach: Oh, and it contains mild sarcasm, too Where do you think he keeps is FOSDIC.....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Dec 2011 15:42
Okay, Amethyst, that crossed the line! Do we need to move this to the Rubber Room?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, Amethyst, that crossed the line! Do we need to move this to the Rubber Room?Hey, it passed the censors of the 1970's, didn't?
Still wondering if the censors of the 70s were all there, they let an awful lot through!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Dec 2011 16:36
Originally posted by KT1972 Still wondering if the censors of the 70s were all there, they let an awful lot through!They were all drugged out and into peace (hence the lack of violence) and free love...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun and free love...So long as that free love occurred either off-screen or fully clothed
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Dec 2011 19:22
I wasn't going to bring that up. Even Jason would be squeemish about touching that even if it was only with his boot to make Zark sing saprano.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Dec 2011 19:24
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, Amethyst, that crossed the line! Do we need to move this to the Rubber Room?Blame Sandy Frank. He's the one who gave Zark a fosdic.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Dec 2011 21:08
Originally posted by amethystOr the participants are robots speaking across a solar system!Originally posted by Transmute Jun and free love...So long as that free love occurred either off-screen or fully clothed
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Dec 2011 07:28
EEEWWWWWWW!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Dec 2011 07:52
Originally posted by Becky Rock EEEWWWWWWW!!!What? Zark and Susan say a heck of a lot worse than I just did!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Dec 2011 13:55
So here's an interesting one of Zark in his control room... did you know he has a fish window?
didn't know he had a big yellow 7 on an orange cape either!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Dec 2011 15:17
That way he knows it is his cape ... LOL !!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Dec 2011 15:41
Zark doesn't deserve fish. He's probably scaring them to death.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Dec 2011 16:40
Maybe that's why they later moved him to the control room with no windows...
Maybe the fish messed up his windows, and it made Zark obsessed with cleaning!
Good catch on the cape, KT!
Thanks TJ!
Perhaps they should have left him there, cleaning windows to his (electronic) hearts content, he might have been far less annoying!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Dec 2011 07:07
Originally posted by KT1972 Perhaps they should have left him there, cleaning windows to his (electronic) hearts content, he might have been far less annoying!!But he would have worn down the windows and flooded the place...
Hey, that's right! We never saw any fish in any of Zark's scenes in the TV show -bubbles in the water maybe, but never fish.
I like the idea that they all shun him -or maybe they just like Chief Anderson a whole lot better and stay near his windows!
Now that I think about it, maybe the fish were all robot fish devised by Zark to spy on Anderson and G-Force through the windows -would explain why they never looked in on Zark.
Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd short circuted Zark at the same time!! RESULTOriginally posted by KT1972 Perhaps they should have left him there, cleaning windows to his (electronic) hearts content, he might have been far less annoying!!But he would have worn down the windows and flooded the place...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Dec 2011 08:43
Originally posted by lborgia88 Now that I think about it, maybe the fish were all robot fish devised by Zark to spy on Anderson and G-Force through the windows -would explain why they never looked in on Zark.Oh, that's nasty!!!!! But quite the plot bunny!
Always knew those sneaky fish were up to no good!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Dec 2011 16:38
That explains why they always looked bigger than they should have been.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Dec 2011 17:42
Originally posted by Becky Rock That explains why they always looked bigger than they should have been.And why they always traveled in a perfect fish parade!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And why they always traveled in a perfect fish parade!Oh, and I thought that was just lazy animation!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Dec 2011 07:47
Originally posted by KT1972 Oh, and I thought that was just lazy animation!!Oh no. Lazy animation is what they had in the Ready Room.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Dec 2011 10:11
Originally posted by KT1972I know! I was watching Jay Leno last week... I still think he bears an incredible resemblance to Ready Room horse-faced Princess!!!! What do you think? (ignore the hair and look at facial shape)
I can see what you mean, although I think his eyes need to be a little rounder, but otherwise he could be her father!!
Considering the man got his TV start working with an animated Cheetah ....
There could be some relation there.
I had this thought on the fish parade last night, sometime. We have an explanation of BotP. What about Gatch?
They are still too perfect, yet blend in just right, unless observed closely over time (yeah, more proof we are obsessively obsessed). Is it possible that they are part of the Crescent Coral defenses?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Dec 2011 12:12
They might be part of the defenses, or even just the camouflage. After all, a real coral reef has lots of fish!!!!
Camouflage makes sense, if the ISO can build the Crescent Coral base they would want it to look as authentic as possible, only real fish I believe would swim rather more randomly than they do.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Dec 2011 16:37
Originally posted by KT1972 only real fish I believe would swim rather more randomly than they do.Ah, but these fish swim in schools. Remember the fish in Nemo? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Le13by2WM70
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Dec 2011 16:49
TJ, that comparison between Leno and Princess is scarry because they do look so much alike.
Fish can be curious. Maybe they just want to know what Crescent Coral base really is.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Dec 2011 02:19
I'm with the camouflage aspect! When something was done they had to be sure it would have been done good!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Jan 2012 20:39
Okay, it's a new year, so I thought I'd start with a new comic. These were printed in the 70s in the UK... and while they weren't as campy, if anything, the characters looked even stranger. I'll try sharing stories page by page, and we'll see how that works out.
So this is page 1 of issue 1....
Gotta love a Princess with blonde hair!
Gotta love a Princess with blonde hair!
Oh wow, you weren't kidding when you said the characters looked strange...The only one who looks anywhere similar to themselves is Tiny (but am reserving judgement until I see more!)
And am I mistaken in believing they've made Princess a blonde??
Thanks for sharing, TJ!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jan 2012 22:52
Thanks for sharing, TJ! I'm really intrigued to see more, including all the differences!
so Keyop is an android, and Zark wears red birdstyle without a helmet? The number 7 on his cape seems manditory in these comic strips.
good to get these issues dealt with from the outset, so later on we're not left wondering.....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jan 2012 08:16
At least we know the Brits mess up their comics just as much as the Americans did in those Gold Key ones! The quality of the drawing seems to be better here, though.
Yep, Princess is blonde. And Zark somehow looks more... round... not sure why.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jan 2012 16:06
Now we know where the helmet designs for the OAV came from with the chin coverage.
Is it just me, or did they draw Jason to look like Micky Dolenz?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jan 2012 17:09
LOL, Amethyst, I hadn't noticed that, but your'e right!
Becky, I don't think Tiny has a chin cover, but the rest certainly seem to!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jan 2012 01:21
I think the OAV people got their helmet idea from modern snowboarding or motorcycle helmets. Somewhere, I stumbled over a picture of a snowboarding helmet, and noted its resemblance the headgear in both the OAV and Casshern Sins.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Yep, Princess is blonde.I think the makers of this comic got duped by that sneaky Eva Douglas!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jan 2012 14:25
That's possible.
I wonder if that's where Jane Lebak got her idea for her blonde G-6 Susan?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jan 2012 08:38
And the story continues. What do you guys think of Zoltar and the Luminous One? And we can see that everyone except Tiny does seem to have chin guards.
Nope, I give up.... what were they thinking?
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jan 2012 10:01
There was a giant, flying, robot hand in an episode of Johnny Sokko and His Flying Robot.
For some reason, that thought popped into my head.
I'm beginning to think that as bad as Gold Key was, there is worse out there. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jan 2012 10:48
You never know, until you start digging...
Based on the 'next week' comment at the bottom, I'm wondering if these were run in UK newspapers?
Based on the 'next week' comment at the bottom, I'm wondering if these were run in UK newspapers?
I really can't remember seeing these at all, most likely featured in some "boys" magazine, that steriotypically I wouldn't have had access to.. being a girl and all that!!! I may be wrong and an edition that I will remember may be posted at a later date!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jan 2012 11:25
Ans we haven't seen the team out of uniform yet. I'm afraid to.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jan 2012 11:32
The civvies aren't *too* bad. They remind me a bit of the Gatch II civvies.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jan 2012 15:51
Okay, I did a little Googling and discovered this on Wikipedia.
A Battle of the Planets comic strip ran in the British TV Comic. The TV Comic issues which feature the Battle of the Planets strip run from #1530 (17 April 1981) to #1671 (30 December 1983). TV Comic also reprinted some of the Gold Key stories for two Battle of the Planets holiday specials and one TV Comic holiday special. There was also a Battle of the Planets annual which reprinted some of the Gold Key stories.Issues 1530 to 1671 would imply that there were 142 'episodes'.... which means I don't have them all. The 2 pages I've posted are one issue's worth of comic. I only have 52 'episodes', which is the equivalent of one year's worth, assuming that they ran once a week. Now they say that some of the Gold Key comics were reprinted, but even so, there were only 10 of those... although granted, the comic books were a lot longer than one of these weekly serials! So there nay be some out there that I don't have!
Zoltar looks about right, but what did they do to the Luminous One?? He looks like a sliced ham with eyes!
Had a chuckle at Jason's "Our missiles are useless!" line -doesn't Joe rant something very similar in Gatch?
I think Keyop is more than just numb there in the final panel -maybe the muscles he needs to be able to breathe aren't working in his case?
LOL, LB! Keyop is definitely making a weird face in that last panel... but he doesn't need to breathe! He's an android!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Jan 2012 16:14
And he looks like one on that picture.
Well when we see it in fanfiction and discussions, at least we now know the source.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jan 2012 07:09
it's actually not an unreasonable assumption. It's possible some fanfic writers came up with it on their own.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jan 2012 08:25
In case you're curious, this was the cover for that first issue of the British TV Comics magazine (that had the 2 pages I already posted).
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jan 2012 08:27
And from the following issue (which did not have BOTP on the cover) here is the next part of this fascinating story!
Ok, the Phoenix has a steering wheel now, and Tiny's bodysuit has become orange? How did that happen?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jan 2012 09:21
I know! It looks almost like a Mario Karrt steering wheel, doesn't it? And did you notice that Jason's bodysuit is red?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jan 2012 16:36
OMG. That was the worst coloring problems I've seen so far. Jason looks like some kind half animal with the brown gloves and boots and the strange shaping.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jan 2012 17:50
Oh, but he's numb from the gas, don't you know?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jan 2012 18:56
Numb and schriveled up like an old man.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jan 2012 00:53
Originally posted by Becky Rock Jason looks like some kind half animalI'm also associating Keyop's face in the last picture with some kind of an animal, the animal being some kind of an ape ... or even a weird alien! That just looks creepy! And, since he's taking the situation under his control, his cape has turned into a white one cause now he's the leader!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Jan 2012 07:41
Well when he's the only one who's functional....
I just find it hard to imagine him leading the rest of the team!!
LOL, LB! Keyop is definitely making a weird face in that last panel... but he doesn't need to breathe! He's an android!I'd forgotten that he's an android in this comic series too. I wonder if explaining him as "grown from a single cell in a lab" was considered too complicated or too ethically controversial -ie. suggesting some kind of eugenics- or if having him be flesh & blood at all at such an apparently young age (regardless of whether he was lab-created) was just deemed too unsuitable? Clearly Zoltar's people have done their intel very well if they don't know that one of the G-Force members is an android though! Now, if only he'd added some kind of EMF pulse to the numbing ray...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Jan 2012 07:31
Ah, but then Zoltar would win! We can't have that, now, can we?
IIRC, the first Test Tube Baby was born in 1977 or so, so the idea of 'growing an embryo in a lab' wasn't completely foreign in the news.
IIRC, the first Test Tube Baby was born in 1977 or so, so the idea of 'growing an embryo in a lab' wasn't completely foreign in the news.
Originally posted by lborgia88 I'd forgotten that he's an android in this comic series too. I wonder if explaining him as "grown from a single cell in a lab" was considered too complicated or too ethically controversial -ie. suggesting some kind of eugenics- or if having him be flesh & blood at all at such an apparently young age (regardless of whether he was lab-created) was just deemed too unsuitable?Possible, but it is funny, I usually associate that kinds of censorship with the US (First Amendment doesn't apply to kids stuff, we must protect our young from the perverse, the radical, and the offensive). Of course, how many had already been exposed to that through Star Trek reruns or would have no clue what a clone or genetically modified person would be at that time. Now, I think kids have as much knowledge on that sort of thing as adults do. Silly censors, they try to forbid knowledge and just make it more desirable. You'd really think they'd have learned the lesson from Gensis in that Bible they love to thump. And for having flesh and blood, many cultures use children in warfare, sometimes willingly, sometimes not. I'd rather see it portrayed like it was in Gatch or BotP with training and purpose and more fantasy than reality, than it is in real life, where they usually fulfill the role of suicide bomber or worse, just pick up a gun and start shooting soldiers are then persecuted for shooting children.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Jan 2012 09:52
Originally posted by amethystNow, I think kids have as much knowledge on that sort of thing as adults do..You've got that right! My kids spent a few years being addicted to the computer game Spore, so they know all about DNA and evolution and genetic manipulation... in fact, DD wants to be a geneticist wen she grows up and invent new kinds of plants!
Maybe I'm too progressive, but I believe that we cannot impose morality on scientific innovation, morality comes into play with how we use that innovation.
We condemn too many scientific possibilities because they offend moral or religious sensibilities even with practical applications that help people.
I wish your daughter luck and hope she is able to shake up the scientific community and the world.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun IIRC, the first Test Tube Baby was born in 1977 or so, so the idea of 'growing an embryo in a lab' wasn't completely foreign in the news.Born in England, if I recall -and there was a lot of controversy at the time that such a thing was "immoral" and all that. I suppose it might have still seemed like a potentially touchy issue there even by the early 80s when this comic was made. But then, Gold Key made him an android too. Maybe it just seemed like a fun idea and a way to add an extra "sci-fi" element.
Amethyst, you make a good point. After all, isn't that what Gatchaman is all about? We have technology, and we can use it for good (clean energy, farming, schools, cities) or for evil (pollution, killing, world domination). I'm being serious here. The entire message of Gatchaman is that technology can be used for multiple purposes, and it is the responsibility of the person who wields to to do so responsibly.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun The entire message of Gatchaman is that technology can be used for multiple purposes, and it is the responsibility of the person who wields to to do so responsibly.Perhaps that is why the show still resonates with so many of us, aside from the groundbreaking animation for the time and solid characters. I do understand the reservations people have with technology, I just don't understand their all or nothing stance. Or to take it one step further and require that it all be banned as blasphemy. Don't get me wrong, I'd be alarmed if someone cloned a whole human (and probably start thinking of clone wars a la Star Wars); however, I don't think we should dismiss the potential of being able to clone parts for organs that might lower even farther reduce the possibility of rejection and shorten donor lists waiting times. Why toss out the possibility of nerve or tissue regenerations because we don't like the source of the research. Yes, there is a possibility for abuse. But we can't let that possibility control us. After all, if you ask the TSA cupcakes, baby food, formula, contact lens solution, drinking water, etc. can all be abused. We should not allow the fear abuse to keep us from the potential.
Isn't that another thread Amethyst? J/K
seriously though, you make some valid points. Science has achieved so much in such a short time that it makes me wonder what can possibly be left to discover. Yet time and again the scientific community keeps producing the goods. and as far as I'm concerned long may it continue!
Originally posted by KT1972 Isn't that another thread Amethyst? J/K
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Jan 2012 12:26
Eh, don't worry, this happens all the time here/ As long as people are enjoying the discussion, we can feel free to wander off.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jan 2012 00:28
I have just read a very interesting conversation here! You have mentioned some very valid, and good, points, guys! I don't think I can add anything more, but I totally agree with what you're saying!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Jan 2012 17:33
And the next bit...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jan 2012 18:00
Originally posted by amethyst Maybe I'm too progressive, but I believe that we cannot impose morality on scientific innovation, morality comes into play with how we use that innovation. We condemn too many scientific possibilities because they offend moral or religious sensibilities even with practical applications that help people. I wish your daughter luck and hope she is able to shake up the scientific community and the world.I'm a little late into this one. I'm not very religious, but I do believe everything science has done has been guided from knowledge brought on by something bigger and therefore is for our use. If God didn't want it to happen, there wouldn't have been a test tube baby in 1977. I don't remember when I learned about clones. I feel like I've always known about them, bt I started reading sci-fi when I was six.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jan 2012 18:06
Jason still looks weird and I agree with Keyop. he should be congratulated.
Yay!! Well done Keyop 
I'll give him some credit if no one else does!
Notice how these animators also put Mark and Princess together?
I don't think Jason is wearing any gloves.
Were they still in firebird mode while they were crowding around Tiny's chair, since the viewscreen is all yellow, I can't imagine that would be the safest thing to do!
I'll give him some credit if no one else does!
Notice how these animators also put Mark and Princess together?
I don't think Jason is wearing any gloves.
Were they still in firebird mode while they were crowding around Tiny's chair, since the viewscreen is all yellow, I can't imagine that would be the safest thing to do!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jan 2012 01:40
I know that it could be because of my restricted vocabulary, but could someone tell me what Princess means with the expression "Zowie!", please, or is it another kind of nick-name used in BotP, or in any other series apart from Gatchaman? Thanks beforehand!
I'm assuming that in this context she means "WOW!" or something similar. It's not a common expression around here either.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Jan 2012 08:33
Yes, 'Zowie!' is an expression meaning 'Wow!' or 'Oh my!' or even 'Yikes!'. I recall it mostly from reading Archie comics as a kid.
Yes, Keyop should have gotten some recognition, or a pat on the back!
Yes, poor Keyop! Maybe they tend to assume that as an android, he doesn't have real feelings?
I'm wondering who is saying the "I wish I believed that, Mark. It all seems too simple for my liking" line. I'm guessing Jason.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jan 2012 10:17
That sounds like Jason.
If he isn't wearing gloves, his arms still look strange.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Jan 2012 13:32
I would guess that it's Jason or Princess saying that.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jan 2012 23:47
Thanks for your help with the word "Zowie!", KT and TJ! I know that some people are also named Zowie (don't know how it is written, though!) so I wanted to make sure!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Jan 2012 03:27
The only name that even remotely sounds like that -- as far as I know -- is the female name Zoe (and its variant spellings).
the only instance of Zowie used as a name I can think of is "Zowie Bowie" son of David Bowie.. And that's just an alias, his real name is Duncan Jones.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Jan 2012 08:52
Poor kid.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Jan 2012 09:22
Better than Moon Unit Zappa!
well we know what celebrities are like for picking daft names for their offspring!!
I wouldn't blame any of those kids if they sued their parents for mental abuse for some of those names.
Just knowing I was named after Shirley Temple's Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm has bugged the crap out of me. In the current trend of turning classics into paranormal stories, I'm considering rewritting it to have the actress turned into a zombie and wresk havock on the cast and crew while they were filming it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Jan 2012 12:51
LOL, Becky!
Uh... I never saw the movie, but I really liked the Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm book....
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Jan 2012 17:22
After I found out I was named after her, I never picked up the book. I cringe every time I see a commercial about the Shirley Temple DVD collection of her old films. They may have thought she was cute in the 1930's, but I found her obnoxious.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Jan 2012 10:39
Okay, next one. Tell me who is speaking to Jason... or is Jason speaking to himself?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jan 2012 10:42
Hmmm...I wonder if I gave a kid a weird name, would the celebrity status follow?... Maybe if I had a daughter and named her "Monongahela Allegheny"... 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jan 2012 11:33
The first sign of insanity is talking to yourself.
The second sign of insanity os answering yourself in a different voice.
Jason's gone.
EW, that is quite funny, though I'd bet it is possibly taken or at least variations have been used.
TJ, I think it is Tiny speaking, though it is not drawn that way. And why would he be giving Jason orders. Unless it is supposed to be Mark and the bubble is really messed up.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jan 2012 11:34
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hmmm...I wonder if I gave a kid a weird name, would the celebrity status follow?... Maybe if I had a daughter and named her "Monongahela Allegheny"...That's a good question, EW. I take it you live near Pittsburgh?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Jan 2012 12:30
I'm wondering if they got mixed up, and Jason is supposed to be talking to Mark.
Also, where did Princess' glove get to?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Also, where did Princess' glove get to?Zark's nicked it!!!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I'm wondering if they got mixed up, and Jason is supposed to be talking to Mark. Also, where did Princess' glove get to?That's another good possibility. Missed the glove the first time, though. There is a strange line in the middle of her arm. Is she wearing an armband or did they forget to color the glove?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Jan 2012 15:04
I think they just colored it incorrectly, but you'd think they'd know better, since her other hand is white!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jan 2012 15:08
It could be she had to touch Zark with it and burned it afterwards.
Eww, if she'd burnt her glove after touching Zark, then what would she do after kissing him?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jan 2012 16:19
Originally posted by Becky Rock I take it you live near Pittsburgh?No. It's just that, when I first heard of the Monongahela River in grade school, it was burned into my memory. But I am in the Ohio River Valley. . . Anyway, KT, I guess Zark would give a new meaning to "A Hunk of Burnin' Love"!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Jan 2012 16:58
I don't even want to think about what Princess is forced to do with Zark. My heart goes out to poor Princess!!!!!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jan 2012 23:56
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I don't even want to think about what Princess is forced to do with Zark.Eww! Regarding that bit of dialogue, could it be that Jason was intended to speak to Tiny, telling him that he needed to get them there, and maybe the mistake was that of putting the name "Jason" instead of "Tiny"?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I don't even want to think about what Princess is forced to do with Zark. My heart goes out to poor Princess!!!!!surely proof that Zark had a hand in designing their uniform... Their helmets are so designed to make kissing each other impossible, yet Princess's is perfect for kissing zark's dome!! wonder if he designed her birdstyle too.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Jan 2012 07:27
And we all know he pays 'special attention to Princess'.... ugh...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jan 2012 10:01
You know, I think this conversation's going to force me to go to the doctor to get a couple of shots! 
Originally posted by ElectricWhite You know, I think this conversation's going to force me to go to the doctor to get a couple of shots!Tequila works well, and is cheaper than the doctor's visit.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jan 2012 16:40
True. . . and it's probably a lot less painful than using a pitchfork to dig the images out of my brain!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jan 2012 17:37
Be happy you're not allergic to alcohol. I have to use thew pitchfork.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jan 2012 18:00
You have my sympathies! It must be frustrating at times. 
Come to think of it, I guess you could try putting yourself in a sugar coma. . .
Come to think of it, I guess you could try putting yourself in a sugar coma. . .
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Jan 2012 18:03
Sugar is nice for forgetting troubles....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jan 2012 18:10
Yeah! Just eat a couple of chocolate cakes, and, when you wake up, it's a whole new month! 
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jan 2012 18:28
Chocolate cake?
How about a couple of extra large chocolate bars?
That is what I would do. And then maybe chase it down with a glass of chocolate milk.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jan 2012 00:46
Ah ... now you're already making me feel hungry at this early time of day!
Sugar is a good medicine, but wine and vodka work better for me when it comes to forgetting pain and disturbing thoughts! At least, as long as I can still stand them since I'm finding out that my system is not tolerating many things which didn't affect me in the past!
w2ould love to take the wine and vodka rout, since my mind is buzzing with stuff I don't want to remember, but that's not the wisest course of action when I'll have my son to care for soon enough.
Does the chocolate course work and if so where will I find the biggest stickiest bar in the world?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Jan 2012 08:42
Take any chocolate bar and let it get warm enough to be soft... talk about sticky! Make it a caramel-filled bar if you want super-sticky...
Originally posted by gatchamarie Sugar is a good medicine, but wine and vodka work better for meMe too!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jan 2012 10:44
Wow, I'm amazed at how a comment from little ol' me influenced this conversation!
Anyway, I don't know if it's the biggest, but Hershey's makes a chocolate bar that weighs 5 pounds! 
Don't forget the different types of chocolate:
White (which some people don't consider chocolate because most of the cocoa has been removed somehow)
Milk (sweet and creamy)
Dark (good for you and bittersweet, plus the highest amount of pure cocoa)
Got to be milk of course, and soft enough to disolve on the tongue!!
Oh and there's nothing stickier than Cadbury's creme eggs!!!!!
Originally posted by KT1972 Oh and there's nothing stickier than Cadbury's creme eggs!!!!!Except maybe their caramel eggs.
Best part of Easter, IMHO, Cadbury's Caramel Eggs. Never been fond of the fondant in the creme eggs, but chocolate and caramel is better than anything, including chocolate and peanut butter.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jan 2012 11:08
Oh-ho yeah!
There's no need to talk dirty to me -- just talk chocolate! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Jan 2012 12:11
White chocolate is my favorite! Milke is nice too. Love those white/milk chocolate combos in Kinder bars!
And Amethyst, I know some people don't consider white chocolate 'chocolate'... but if that's so, what are you supposed to call it? I have never heard of any other name for it. Regardless, it's yummy!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Cadbury's Easter Creme Eggs! I could eat that inner icing stuff inside with a spoon! I'm just lucky they don't sell it in a tub.
Yeah, huge sweet tooth here!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Cadbury's Easter Creme Eggs! I could eat that inner icing stuff inside with a spoon! I'm just lucky they don't sell it in a tub.
Yeah, huge sweet tooth here!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jan 2012 15:29
Originally posted by ElectricWhite You have my sympathies! It must be frustrating at times.I'm allergic to chocolate, too, and vanilla flavoring just doesn't cut it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Jan 2012 15:59
Next one... Is Keyop translating his own breeps and broops?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jan 2012 17:17
They forgot Zoltar is purple.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jan 2012 17:32
Originally posted by Becky Rock They forgot Zoltar is purple.Maybe their colorist is colorblind. (Seriously, that has happened before!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Jan 2012 17:44
I'm wondering if perhaps they have limited colors to work with, seeing as Zoltar is the same shade of blue as the Phoenix.
Originally posted by Becky RockBecky, you have my sympathies. If given a choice, I'd give up alcohol before chocolate (any day, and though talk big, I have for the most part). TJ, you'll like this recipe: White Chocolate Cheesecake Becky, you'll like it too if you can have white chocolate, it does have a chocolate crust, but that can easily be changed to nuts, graham crackers, or vanilla wafers. Raspberry sauce can easily be substituted for the chocolate.Originally posted by ElectricWhite You have my sympathies! It must be frustrating at times.I'm allergic to chocolate, too, and vanilla flavoring just doesn't cut it.
Does the Phoenix really have rays coming from its nose? Isn't that where Jasons car is docked or wouldn't that matter?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Jan 2012 02:13
I don't know why, but I'm at Keyop's self-explanatory part! Well ... if the narrator doesn't clarify such things, he has to do so by himself!
Amethyst ... that recipe seems just divine! Thanks a lot for sharing, and for introducing me to a new, recipe website which I will immediately bookmark! I'm more of the milk chocolate type, but white chocolate is also very welcome!
at Keyop's self-explanatory part! Well ... if the narrator doesn't clarify such things, he has to do so by himself!
Amethyst ... that recipe seems just divine! Thanks a lot for sharing, and for introducing me to a new, recipe website which I will immediately bookmark! I'm more of the milk chocolate type, but white chocolate is also very welcome!
Originally posted by KT1972 Does the Phoenix really have rays coming from its nose? Isn't that where Jasons car is docked or wouldn't that matter?Maybe those are the guns on the Spacemobile... and the Spacemobile shoots those beams? That cheesecake looks good, Amethyst! I'd have to be careful, though. I've often had white chocolate cheesecake that's very tasteless... you need a LOT of white chocolate to give it the right flavor. Oh shoot, now you have me thinking about the Cheesecake Factory... and their tuxedo cream cheesecake... yum!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh shoot, now you have me thinking about the Cheesecake Factory... and their tuxedo cream cheesecake... yum!You know I think there is a Cheesecake Factory in San Francisco ... Alas, I can't afford a trip to the city until at least mid-March. As for those ray things coming from the Phoenix, it is not the first time that they've had strange things coming from the nose and displacing Jason's car (and Joe's, too for that matter). I'm thinking the reflector disk in the ant episode, the speaker in the DN5 episode, and the mini-submarine. And I'm sure I'm forgetting something, too.
WOW, it's actually canon then? I don't believe it!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Jan 2012 12:30
Originally posted by amethyst You know I think there is a Cheesecake Factory in San Francisco ...Yes, it's in Macy's at Union Square, on one of the top floors. Can you tell I've been there?
There's also a Cheesecake Factory in my town, and we go about once a month. Any more frequently and my waistline would seriously suffer!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Jan 2012 12:58
I think all this talk about chocolate and the Cheesecake Factory has caused me to gain 10 pounds! Just think how I'm going to explain that to my doctor at tomorrow's appointment. . . 
"Well, you see, Doc, it all started with a conversation about a bad comic from the '70's. . ."
"Well, you see, Doc, it all started with a conversation about a bad comic from the '70's. . ."
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Jan 2012 13:00
Originally posted by KT1972 WOW, it's actually canon then? I don't believe it!!!It's true! I believe it falls under "Don't think about it -- you'll just give yourself a migraine!"
thanks for the advice EW, migrain's the last thing I need at the moment!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Jan 2012 13:49
Chocolate is good for migraines... ;devil1:
And trust me, THINKING about chocolate doesn't cause you to gain weight. If that were true, I'd be 200 pounds!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Jan 2012 15:35
Originally posted by Becky Rock They forgot Zoltar is purple.And his cape is wrong.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Jan 2012 15:52
Originally posted by amethystThrough experimentation, I found I'm also allergic to white chocolate. My other allergies are seafood (all of it) and tree nuts. I decided when I'm 97 and tired of this world, I'm going to pig out on chocolate, lobster tails and shrimp.Originally posted by Becky RockBecky, you have my sympathies. If given a choice, I'd give up alcohol before chocolate (any day, and though talk big, I have for the most part). TJ, you'll like this recipe: White Chocolate Cheesecake Becky, you'll like it too if you can have white chocolate, it does have a chocolate crust, but that can easily be changed to nuts, graham crackers, or vanilla wafers. Raspberry sauce can easily be substituted for the chocolate.Originally posted by ElectricWhite You have my sympathies! It must be frustrating at times.I'm allergic to chocolate, too, and vanilla flavoring just doesn't cut it.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Jan 2012 15:57
Originally posted by ElectricWhite I think all this talk about chocolate and the Cheesecake Factory has caused me to gain 10 pounds! Just think how I'm going to explain that to my doctor at tomorrow's appointment. . .LOL EW! Back when I was pregnant and could still eat chocolate, I had one weekend when I craved it so bad, I ate a pound of fudge, a bag of oreos, and chocolate ice cream. My husband said he was afraid to stop me, that I might bite his arm off. I gained 6 pounds in two weeks. My doctor asked what I'd been eating and I said chocolate, she said, "Stop it!" and ordered me not to eat it for three weeks. I guess that was preparing me for when the allergy hit.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Next one... Is Keyop translating his own breeps and broops?Very obliging of him! If only he'd done that in the series. I'm chuckling at the expletives. I'll accept "Great galaxies!" -hey, it's alliterative- but who would say "Great centuries!"?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Jan 2012 11:43
Originally posted by lborgia88 I'm chuckling at the expletives. I'll accept "Great galaxies!" -hey, it's alliterative- but who would say "Great centuries!"?
Beside somebody who was REALLY old, no idea!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Jan 2012 14:45
And in today's exciting installment, G-Force is about to destroy coral reefs to save the planet! Holy Environmental Sacrifice, Batman!
wow, must be cold, Princess' legs and boots have turned black
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Jan 2012 15:12
I was wondering about that... might be shadows. But then, I was thinking more that her glove had reappeared... but shorter! And her sleeve is much longer.
she still tries to snuggle up to Mark though, they're consistant there
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Jan 2012 15:32
I still can't get used to the steering wheel.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Jan 2012 16:25
At first glance, I thought the console had been decked-out in cheap, fake leather. . . 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Jan 2012 19:47
I agree about the steering wheeel... and it's so small! Looks like a Mario Kart wheel...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 00:07
And, I still can't get used to their faces!
surely proof that Zark had a hand in designing their uniform... Their helmets are so designed to make kissing each other impossible, yet Princess's is perfect for kissing zark's dome!! wonder if he designed her birdstyle too.So I'm not the only one who's tried to picture Ken kissing in uniform, and imagining the person going "ow! ow! it's like you're trying to peck me to death!" ? He'd totally stab someone with that pointed visor. Joe too actually.
Ah, Chris, clearly you weren't aware of the pop up visors!
(this is from the Gold Key comics of the 70s.)
At least we FINALLY get to see Mark and Princess kiss! 
(this is from the Gold Key comics of the 70s.)
At least we FINALLY get to see Mark and Princess kiss!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 08:40
Chris, I love your avatar. They look so nice and peaceful.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 11:18
Originally posted by Transmute Jun At least we FINALLY get to see Mark and Princess kiss!But it's not really Mark and Princess kissing, doggone it!
It's about as good as it gets I'm sorry to say!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 11:31
Doesn't help. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Jan 2012 12:06
Originally posted by ElectricWhite But it's not really Mark and Princess kissing, doggone it!Which is why we're in need of lovely fanart such as this...
and our fanfic!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 12:16
Thanks, TJ! That's more like it! 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 14:44
I'm surprised they allowed them to kiss in the comic. I guess it was okay since Princess wasn't real.
That is a sweet pic, TJ.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Ah, Chris, clearly you weren't aware of the pop up visors!Man that's bad.
I have to say I prefer the humour aspect of clacking visors or trying to find an angle that works. Perhaps they were specifically designed to discourage fraternization!
Originally posted by Becky Rock Chris, I love your avatar. They look so nice and peaceful.There were a few visuals that really stuck with me in terms of making avatars and just really liking how they were done. That's one, where the whole team is lined up like sardines sleeping in the barn. (Note that Jun is way on the other side.) My little yaoi brain particularly likes this one because Ken and Joe seem so comfortable with each other, Joe is partly laying on Ken. Though even without my pervy side it's a sweet image.
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteNot unless you rewrite all the dialogue balloons...Originally posted by Transmute Jun At least we FINALLY get to see Mark and Princess kiss!But it's not really Mark and Princess kissing, doggone it!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 17:18
Originally posted by lborgia88Now, that could get really interesting!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteNot unless you rewrite all the dialogue balloons...Originally posted by Transmute Jun At least we FINALLY get to see Mark and Princess kiss!But it's not really Mark and Princess kissing, doggone it!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Jan 2012 17:44
LB's already done it...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 17:53
Originally posted by Transmute Jun LB's already done it...Where? Where? Huh? Huh?
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOriginally posted by Transmute Jun LB's already done it...Where? Where? Huh? Huh?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2012 18:04
That'll work!
It is fun making up different dialogue for comics -I recommend trying it!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Jan 2012 00:55
But, no one can beat you, LB!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Jan 2012 07:30
I agree, LB is fantastic at it!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Jan 2012 12:21
And in today's exciting installment, G-Force sacrifices a living creature (coral) to destroy Spectra, while Jason's uniform continues to take on strange colors...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Jan 2012 17:28
LB, that was great! I like the threat of going for Jason and his 'I'm a role model!' quip.
TJ, that's what Jason gets for killing the poor coral.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Jan 2012 10:17
LB! I hadn't even noticed that typo!!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Jan 2012 11:06
I guess this can be considered a gift that keeps on giving! 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Jan 2012 17:11
I finally figured out why he looks so weird - they forgot his lipstick!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Jan 2012 17:17
He basically has no lips!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Jan 2012 17:45
Does that mean he's part chicken? 
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Jan 2012 23:28
That's awesome, LB!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 25 Jan 2012 01:36
Originally posted by lborgia88 I do have fun with it!Ahhhhaaaaahaaaaaaa!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Jan 2012 12:24
And in today's exciting installment, Zark has a kerchief attached to his back!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Jan 2012 12:44
It's a new cape, it's just smaller so that the immense, mechanical bull will know where to drive in his horns to do the most damage! 
Originally posted by ElectricWhite It's a new cape, it's just smaller so that the immense, mechanical bull will know where to drive in his horns to do the most damage!
Okay, EW, you have to write that one! Zark versus the wild bull... Why am I reminded of that old Bugs Bunny cartoon?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvy_s-GfDxA
Originally posted by Transmute JunI guess that's something else to add to my "To Do" list! (Let's see, I've got "Birdies," followed by "Write fic," followed by "Birdies". . .)Originally posted by ElectricWhite It's a new cape, it's just smaller so that the immense, mechanical bull will know where to drive in his horns to do the most damage!
I also want to know why Zark is speaking like Yoda here. "Panic not!"?
Love the killer sea urchin! Now there's a mecha I'd have like to have seen in the TV series!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Jan 2012 16:31
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Does that mean he's part chicken?That's the Luminous One.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Jan 2012 16:34
Does a smaller cape mean he has a smaller fosdic?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Jan 2012 17:25
Originally posted by Becky Rock Does a smaller cape mean he has a smaller fosdic?Ooooh, could that mean somebody's out to upset Susan?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Jan 2012 17:39
Let's be fair. Susan's on Pluto. She's never gotten within 39AU of Zark's FOSDIC!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Jan 2012 17:52
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Let's be fair. Susan's on Pluto. She's never gotten within 39AU of Zark's FOSDIC!But, surely she's heard a few things. . .
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Let's be fair. Susan's on Pluto. She's never gotten within 39AU of Zark's FOSDIC!So that's why she didn't object to moving out there. If I recall, right, didn't she start at the top of a large building on Earth and then get transferred to Pluto. I think I'd ask for that transfer if Zark wanted his FOSDIC anywhere near me.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jan 2012 06:01
Unfortunately, Princess has been far too close to Zark's FOSDIC! The good news is that Mark is always there to supervise and make sure Zark didn't get out of line!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Jan 2012 10:58
AAAARRRRGH! You just got me thinking of what might have happened if Mark hadn't been there! 
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Jan 2012 11:49
It's the ultimate horror story! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jan 2012 13:00
But Mark being there makes him all protective of Princess....
Too bad they didn't send Jason in with Princess. We wouldn't have had to worry about Zark.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Jan 2012 15:50
Can we sell tickets to the fun?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Jan 2012 17:27
Gimme a front row seat!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jan 2012 17:44
Just make sure Zark doesn't try to make sleazy comments to your wheelchair, EW!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Jan 2012 18:36
It would be my luck that my wheelchair would like it! 
Hee Hee, Will this event be child friendly, or should I find a sitter?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Jan 2012 07:15
Originally posted by ElectricWhite It would be my luck that my wheelchair would like it!Next thing you know, your wheelchair turns into Susan... what a nightmare! I think we need to Condor to come in and fix things up so your wheelchair is Zark--resistant!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jan 2012 17:10
Make sure your wheel chair likes the Condor more!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jan 2012 17:27
OMG!!! It looks like there's yet another fic in the making! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Jan 2012 20:06
Go for it, EW!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jan 2012 20:18
Wow, it looks like I've gotten enough stuff this week to keep me busy for the rest of the year!
Ugh, I just had a thought: what if Zark and my wheelchair ended up having an "encounter". . .
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2012 09:32
Okay, EW, I know you're interested in smut... but please don't write any about Zark and your wheelchair!!!!! 
Now, if you want to have your wheelchair teaching sleazebag Zark a lesson, then I'm all for that!
Now, if you want to have your wheelchair teaching sleazebag Zark a lesson, then I'm all for that!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2012 10:22
Okay, the final page in this particular story... but don't worry, there are more to come!
In this one, we get to see that either Princess is wearing the tightest bodysuit ever, or she forgot to put on her skirt over her nylons.
In this one, we get to see that either Princess is wearing the tightest bodysuit ever, or she forgot to put on her skirt over her nylons.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2012 10:29
And in case anyone is interested, this was the only other BOTP-related cover to appear during the run of this comic story.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, the final page in this particular story... but don't worry, there are more to come!For some reason that statement makes me want to
These comics are like train wrecks, we don't want to watch, but can't look away, either.
Originally posted by Transmute JunIn this one, we get to see that either Princess is wearing the tightest bodysuit ever, or she forgot to put on her skirt over her nylons.Not to mention the last scene where they all look like Androids for some reason. Now, Rockets Fizz from Phoenix? I'm not an expert on British English, but I have spent some time studying it, and if I tried, could likely fool non-British speakers into thinking I am. I have never seen fizz used in this context. The word brings a completely opposite image of what they are trying to convey.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2012 11:11
Also, do you like how that panel with the 'rockets fizz' makes it seems as if Princess fired the missiles? She's taking Jason's job! Maybe that's why the rockets 'fizzled'... if Jason had fired them, they would have 'zoomed' or some such!
Oh, and Amethyst, if the prospect of more comics scares you, you don't have to open this thread....
Oh, and Amethyst, if the prospect of more comics scares you, you don't have to open this thread....
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh, and Amethyst, if the prospect of more comics scares you, you don't have to open this thread....Yeah, well, my curiosity always gets the better of me.
Originally posted by amethystAnd, anyway, TJ, Amethyst did say they're like train wrecks. . . though I think they're more like car wrecks wrapped in train wrecks surrounded by a plane crash!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh, and Amethyst, if the prospect of more comics scares you, you don't have to open this thread....Yeah, well, my curiosity always gets the better of me.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jan 2012 12:57
First, I think Princess forgot to put on a lot. That looks like flesh color to me. Naked birdie!
Second, that last panel was frightening. Mark, Jason and Princess look like imposters.
Third - the cover. When did the Phoenix add yellow and pink to its colors?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jan 2012 13:25
Originally posted by Becky Rock When did the Phoenix add yellow and pink to its colors?I think this falls under the "don't think about it -- you'll just give yourself a migraine" category.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2012 14:05
They ran out of blue and red paint that day... Or maybe it was an Easter issue?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jan 2012 14:08
Or maybe there was a wormhole and we saw an alternate universe's Phoenix. . . no, wait, that might actually make sense. . . 
Originally posted by Becky Rock Second, that last panel was frightening. Mark, Jason and Princess look like imposters.All their faces, in that panel, remind me of these masks...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun In this one, we get to see that either Princess is wearing the tightest bodysuit ever, or she forgot to put on her skirt over her nylons.Hee, that's quite a goof on the artist's part! Jason looks like he's smitten with Princess' new uniform, though. Maybe that's why Mark has her fire the missiles -Jason is too distracted...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2012 11:53
That mask is frightening.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jan 2012 12:43
Oh my, those masks! They are scary! But you're right, there definitely is a resemblance!
Hmmm... those masks came form France, and the comics from the UK... the 2 countries are practically neighbors... coincidence?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2012 13:05
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh my, those masks! They are scary! But you're right, there definitely is a resemblance! Hmmm... those masks came form France, and the comics from the UK... the 2 countries are practically neighbors... coincidence?You're onto something! Yes, it's a conspiracy. . . a conspiracy, I say!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jan 2012 07:42
Okay, we start a new story, and get to see some of the civvies! At least Princess is back to black hair.
And LB, I think there's another 'Freudian Slip Typo' for you to take advantage of in this one...
WHAT!!!!! oh no they never have!
7 - MARK -7 how could they make such an error!!!!! 
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2012 09:38
Oh, I can't take that! 
Too many horrible, horrible possibilities come to mind!
Too many horrible, horrible possibilities come to mind!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jan 2012 09:40
Scary, innit? Yet, I can see why they might make that mistake. In high tech vehicles, armaments, etc., often a 'version' is called a 'Mark'. Like, 'Spaceship Mark I', 'Bird Missile Mark III', etc.
Not that it doesn't conjure up scary images to have Zark calling himself Mark!!!! 
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2012 09:53
The first thing that popped into my head was an unspeakably vile fusion of Mark and Zark! 
Well, until that point, this set isn't as bad as some of the others.
Though, I do wonder why they insist on giving Jason dark hair (at least it isn't blue, didn't Gold Key give him blue at one time?) and why is he the only one to get his number on the back of his shirt (Keyop and Princess don't have it)?
Is it to remind us that it is Jason instead of Mark (really, if they give him lighter hair, that wouldn't be necessary)? Or to highlight the "Number Two" complex that we love to exploit?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jan 2012 12:23
I suspect it's so that readers don't get confused between Jason and Mark. After all, everyone is drawn so badly you might not know which guy was which!
Notice that Keyop's civvies outflit looks like Jinpei's Gatch II/F civvies? And Princess' shirt bears a strong resemblance to Jun's Gatch II/F civvies, plus she's wearing capris like G3 does in those series as well.
so how do they explain Jason's white t-shirt then?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2012 15:57
I didn't catch the 7 Mark 7 typo until it was pointed out to me and Jason just isn't Jason with dark hair.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jan 2012 16:42
Originally posted by KT1972 so how do they explain Jason's white t-shirt then?Unimaginative cartoonists who refuse to do research?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2012 18:04
Originally posted by Transmute JunThat sounds so much nicer than "they're a bunch of f***ing morons"!Originally posted by KT1972 so how do they explain Jason's white t-shirt then?Unimaginative cartoonists who refuse to do research?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2012 18:39
Yup, that about sums it up.
Originally posted by ElectricWhite they're a bunch of f***ing morons!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Jan 2012 06:00
I can see you guys are really enjoying these comics!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Jan 2012 10:18
Oooh, yeah, baby!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Feb 2012 11:00
And though they be painful, it's the kind of hurt we like!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Feb 2012 12:49
Well here's your next dose of pain.
Since when did Zark wear Mickey Mouse gloves?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Feb 2012 12:55
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Since when did Zark wear Mickey Mouse gloves?Umm. . . maybe he decided he doesn't want to leave any more fingerprints at the crime scene.
and it's captain Anderson!!! hasn't he been captain before?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Feb 2012 13:36
Originally posted by KT1972 and it's captain Anderson!!! hasn't he been captain before?Yep, in the Gold Key comics as well.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Feb 2012 13:57
What happened to Mark and Tiny's capes in panel 6? Did they shrink?
I see what you mean. Now you mention it, they're a weird shape too!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Feb 2012 16:03
The capes look like part of a costume from a 1940's film version of "The Three Musketeers"! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Feb 2012 16:22
Originally posted by Becky Rock What happened to Mark and Tiny's capes in panel 6? Did they shrink?Um.... bad application of perspective on the part of the artists?
I was thinking more like flower petals than birds wings!!
I think Zark's revealing his priorities here -apparently Jason and Keyop are merely "and co."
I noticed that too! And why wouldn't he say 'Jason and Co.', seeing as Jason is actually the highest ranking officer amongst that group?
The whole thing reminds me of Gilligan's Island, how in the first season the theme song said 'and the rest' when they were just talking about the Professor and Maryann.
The 'and co.' phrasing... I've heard it before, but it doesn't sound natural. Why not 'Princess and the others'? Is 'and co.' a British phrase that's used more frequently than it is here?
Also, seeing it again... has Tiny lost weight?
The 'and co.' phrasing... I've heard it before, but it doesn't sound natural. Why not 'Princess and the others'? Is 'and co.' a British phrase that's used more frequently than it is here?
Also, seeing it again... has Tiny lost weight?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Feb 2012 11:19
Maybe they meant to write "pick up Princess and GO". The first time I read it (okay, it was after a long day), I thought it said "go" and I was trying to figure out what the "co" was, then looked again. 
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Feb 2012 11:27
Originally posted by Daniella T Maybe they meant to write "pick up Princess and GO". The first time I read it (okay, it was after a long day), I thought it said "go" and I was trying to figure out what the "co" was, then looked again.Yeah, I can see that, especially when you remember some of the other typos. ("7-Mark-7" comes to my mind right away.)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Feb 2012 12:22
That makes more sense... except... why would they only pick up Princess? Would Jason and Keyop be left behind?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Feb 2012 13:39
Originally posted by Transmute Jun That makes more sense... except... why would they only pick up Princess? Would Jason and Keyop be left behind?Maybe Zark has something special in mind for them...brrrrr.....
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Feb 2012 13:43
No...they can't really have written "Operation Bottle Hunt"...no....I must be hallucinating...
Originally posted by Daniella TThat would be true of a few fanfics around the forum!!!Originally posted by Transmute Jun That makes more sense... except... why would they only pick up Princess? Would Jason and Keyop be left behind?Maybe Zark has something special in mind for them...brrrrr.....
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Feb 2012 15:58
No Zark, Please!
Can we make this a Zaek-free zone?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Feb 2012 17:16
(Muttering to self)
Dear God, what have I started here?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Feb 2012 18:18
Originally posted by Daniella T No...they can't really have written "Operation Bottle Hunt"...no....I must be hallucinating...I think I'd prefer Operation Spin the Bottle!!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Feb 2012 18:29
That's a good idea. Kind of up there with strip poker.
Perhaps the writers came up with a private game, just for Mark and Princess..... or maybe that's just my imagination again......
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Feb 2012 07:35
Let your imagination run away, KT! I like where it's going!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Feb 2012 11:45
Originally posted by KT1972 Perhaps the writers came up with a private game, just for Mark and Princess..... or maybe that's just my imagination again......Hey, I'd like to see where you go with it!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Feb 2012 11:58
Originally posted by KT1972 oh me and my big mouth!!!Hey, that's what you get for shooting off you mouth around the Army of the Warped Sleaze!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Feb 2012 12:29
Not to mention the army of romance shippers...
I'd had a vague idea of something this morning, but have been rather busy since then..... all I can remember of it was the loser had to be a slave for the winner for a week!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Feb 2012 18:12
Originally posted by KT1972 I'd had a vague idea of something this morning, but have been rather busy since then..... all I can remember of it was the loser had to be a slave for the winner for a week!!Oooooooooooooooooh!
Now, surly you can come up with something from that!
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteArmy? Hmm, must think on this a bit. Nope, never enlisted (they wouldn't take me), no draft card (damn couldn't even burn it), no selective service registration (funny, why aren't men claiming discrimination because women don't have to register? -- $500 that'll change if the draft is ever revived). Now, just how the hell did I get in an army?Originally posted by KT1972 oh me and my big mouth!!!Hey, that's what you get for shooting off you mouth around the Army of the Warped Sleaze!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Feb 2012 07:21
Originally posted by amethyst Now, just how the hell did I get in an army?Well, let's see... [shuffling through paperwork] Ah, here we go! You have a pulse. . .then there's the company you keep. . .
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Feb 2012 08:44
Originally posted by amethyst Now, just how the hell did I get in an army?You couldn't resist the call to arms from the intensely mysterious bad boy in the blue wings...
Originally posted by Transmute JunWell, there is that ....Originally posted by amethyst Now, just how the hell did I get in an army?You couldn't resist the call to arms from the intensely mysterious bad boy in the blue wings...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Feb 2012 11:50
(muttering to self) Well, at least she's being honest. . .
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Feb 2012 15:19
In today's exciting installment, Jason and Princess look awfully close while examining a control panel. Where, exactly, is Jason's left arm/hand????
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Feb 2012 15:20
And in case you were interested, this is the issue cover...
do asteroids have plants and giant fungi growing on them then?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Feb 2012 16:47
Jason is being a bad boy. That's why you can't see his hand.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Feb 2012 18:17
Originally posted by Becky Rock Jason is being a bad boy. That's why you can't see his hand.Yeah. . . isn't that obvious by now?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Feb 2012 07:27
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteWe're on to him now! He can't hide! On a slightly different tangent, although I am seeing the bottle in the cartoon right in front of me, I REFUSE to believe it! A BOTTLE???!!! As the title of this thread goes, once again, WHAT WERE THEY THINKING?Originally posted by Becky Rock Jason is being a bad boy. That's why you can't see his hand.Yeah. . . isn't that obvious by now?
I'm afraid we will never have the answer to that..... although I sometimes think we'd be better off not knowing! 
although I sometimes think we'd be better off not knowing!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Feb 2012 08:06
Originally posted by Becky Rock Jason is being a bad boy. That's why you can't see his hand.That was my thought as well.
Yep, in BOTP asteroids are completely capable fo sustaining life. IIRC, the planet with the magma giant was actually an asteroid. Or was that Zarcadia? I'm confused....
As for 'what were they thinking'.... we'll never know (this stuff was drawn 30 years ago, so who knows where the cartoonists are now) but it certainly is fun to speculate!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2012 08:28
They obviously didn't really know anything about BotP. They weren't writing fanfic!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun As for 'what were they thinking'.... we'll never know (this stuff was drawn 30 years ago, so who knows where the cartoonists are now) but it certainly is fun to speculate!There are times I think the question should not be "What were they thinking?" but "What were they on?"
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Feb 2012 12:53
Originally posted by amethystAaaaah the roaring seventies!Originally posted by Transmute Jun As for 'what were they thinking'.... we'll never know (this stuff was drawn 30 years ago, so who knows where the cartoonists are now) but it certainly is fun to speculate!There are times I think the question should not be "What were they thinking?" but "What were they on?"
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2012 13:37
I was wondering -- can anybody see a label on the bottle? I was just wondering what vintage Spectra used to capture the hostages. . . (a decent year of Dom, perhaps?)
Originally posted by ElectricWhite I was wondering -- can anybody see a label on the bottle? I was just wondering what vintage Spectra used to capture the hostages. . . (a decent year of Dom, perhaps?)Wrong shape for good bubbly (or bad bubbly). Most likely a cheap Gallo or maybe a water or soda. Considering the censors, water or soda.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2012 14:06
Originally posted by amethystWhat a bunch of killjoys...Originally posted by ElectricWhite I was wondering -- can anybody see a label on the bottle? I was just wondering what vintage Spectra used to capture the hostages. . . (a decent year of Dom, perhaps?)Wrong shape for good bubbly (or bad bubbly). Most likely a cheap Gallo or maybe a water or soda. Considering the censors, water or soda.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2012 14:16
Originally posted by KT1972 Er, it is a kids mag after all!!!In some countries, that doesn't matter! (Check out what passes for kid's television shows if you want to see what I mean!)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2012 14:42
Originally posted by KT1972 ok, a UK kids mag then!!!In that case, I consider myself corrected. (Bad, EW, bad! Shame on you!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Feb 2012 15:43
Um, I should point out that BOTP was a kids' show, but that didn't stop them from having Zark and Susan engage in near-pornographic dialogue!
At least they didn't have pictures to go with that dialogue!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2012 16:41
Originally posted by KT1972 At least they didn't have pictures to go with that dialogue!Thank heavens for that small grace!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 6 Feb 2012 00:48
But they did tell us that Susan has antennas...that's a start...
The rest is left to our (fertile) imagination.
The rest is left to our (fertile) imagination.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Feb 2012 07:26
Have you guys seen the picture of Susan from the G-Force: Animated book? There's a black and white image of what the French cartoonists imagined Susan to look like.
And... there's a color version on Jason's site.
Look if you dare...
http://www.battleoftheplanets.net/susan.html
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2012 10:05
You shouldn't have used the word "dare". . .I can't help daring when somebody says ". . .if you dare". . .now I don't know if I can go on with the rest of the day. . .
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2012 10:28
Originally posted by KT1972 Be warned!!!!!Oh, NOW you tell me!
Thanks a lot.
Originally posted by KT1972Wasn't this warning enough then?I dared, unfortunately,
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2012 10:50
Originally posted by KT1972That just intensifies the "...if you dare" part!Originally posted by KT1972Wasn't this warning enough then?
And they even made her antennae red!
This would make Zark very happy ... especially since he confessed a weakness for robot girls with red antennas ... *snerk*
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Feb 2012 12:52
To help you guys wipe the image of Susan from your minds, I'll post the next page of this exciting 'bottle' story...
New goon uniforms, Zoltar forgetting his own capabilities and clear visors on the TEam. Will the madness ever stop???
never thought I'd be so glad to see one of these pages!!!
ok, where have Jason's gloves gone?
and why are the visors not only clear, they're not even beak shaped!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Feb 2012 13:01
Well, remember, in BOTP there was no reference at all to the Team being 'birds', so perhaps the cartoonists didn't think that visor shape was important?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 6 Feb 2012 13:42
Miniature bottles? Like the ones you find in hotels? Zoltar setting up a catering business? Where WILL this show take us?
so he has shrunk the bottle, have the bigwigs inside also been shrunk, or were they released on to the surface of the asteroid?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 6 Feb 2012 13:52
"Honey I shrunk the ISO brass?"
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2012 14:37
We could only wish.
That picture of Susan cracked me up. I could see the team roling on the floor after seeing her.
I'll say it again. They definitely weren't fanfic writers!
Certainly not fans at all, I'd doubt if any of them had even seen an episode. They were probably working fron screencap images and still getting them wrong!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2012 15:30
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Well, remember, in BOTP there was no reference at all to the Team being 'birds', so perhaps the cartoonists didn't think that visor shape was important?Well. . . I do recall one episode (I'll have to look up the exact one) where Zoltar is watching G-Force on a security camera. They are sneaking around, unaware that they're being watched and that they're heading for a trap. As he watches, Zoltar says something along the lines of, "Come closer, little birds. . ."
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Feb 2012 16:08
Maybe the miniature bottles are for Alice in Wonderland?
You know, I was wondering why Zoltar didn't just miniaturize his ship! He spends all of that time hiding it... it could just be in his pocket! What a way to escape when you need it!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2012 16:54
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe the miniature bottles are for Alice in Wonderland?
One pill makes you smaller
And one pill makes you tall...
Sorry. I didn't mean to channel Jefferson Airplane. . .
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2012 18:17
Bottle rocket.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2012 19:12
Oh, yeah.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe the miniature bottles are for Alice in Wonderland? You know, I was wondering why Zoltar didn't just miniaturize his ship! He spends all of that time hiding it... it could just be in his pocket! What a way to escape when you need it!Does the Shrink Ray machine have a reverse switch then? If not, then what will become of the people trapped on the bottle Rocket? If Zoltar intends to trap G-Force with it then he might not have thought about including a method of reversal. He'd only care about that if he got caught in the ray himself and I'm sure he doesn't intend that to happen! Aggghhhh I can't stand all this tension!!!!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Feb 2012 06:23
Ah, KT, I'm at work today, but perhaps I can post the next page of this exciting adventure for you....
I presumed Zoltar would have a way of reversing it. Otherwise, what will he do with Earth's Leaders? No point in keeping them around all tiny. If he wanted to kill them he would have done it already.
I presumed Zoltar would have a way of reversing it. Otherwise, what will he do with Earth's Leaders? No point in keeping them around all tiny. If he wanted to kill them he would have done it already.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Feb 2012 09:26
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I presumed Zoltar would have a way of reversing it. Otherwise, what will he do with Earth's Leaders? No point in keeping them around all tiny. If he wanted to kill them he would have done it already.But wouldn't that make too much sense for this comic?!?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Feb 2012 13:21
Originally posted by ElectricWhite But wouldn't that make too much sense for this comic?!?I guess we'll just have to wait and find out...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Feb 2012 16:07
Staying true to the cliffhanger style. . .
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Feb 2012 18:12
Maybe he watched too much of the Land of the Giants.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 Feb 2012 10:45
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIt would make as much sense as some BoTP episodes -- much as I love them!Originally posted by Transmute Jun I presumed Zoltar would have a way of reversing it. Otherwise, what will he do with Earth's Leaders? No point in keeping them around all tiny. If he wanted to kill them he would have done it already.But wouldn't that make too much sense for this comic?!?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 Feb 2012 10:46
Come ON, TJ! We can't wait!!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Feb 2012 10:58
Originally posted by Daniella T Come ON, TJ! We can't wait!!!!!You heard the lady!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Feb 2012 11:41
LOL... it's here! It's here!
Almost canon today, although I still wonder about the every-changing color of Jason's gloves...
Almost canon today, although I still wonder about the every-changing color of Jason's gloves...
Wow, they have done well this time, only the glove and visors that aren't so accurate, but I think we've grouched about them already!
unless anyone else has spotted something I've missed.
Why is Mark talking to Keyop in bad verse, "You kid not, Keyop"?
Really?
They're still teenagers, right? I doubt that teens speak that way in the UK.
And do they really "transmute" for the whirlwind pyramid?
Just a few little things, I noticed. More ticky-tacky in comparison to previous postings.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 Feb 2012 13:01
Originally posted by amethyst Why is Mark talking to Keyop in bad verse, "You kid not, Keyop"? Really? They're still teenagers, right? I doubt that teens speak that way in the UK. And do they really "transmute" for the whirlwind pyramid? Just a few little things, I noticed. More ticky-tacky in comparison to previous postings.Good points, Amethyst! They have already transmuted before the pyramid, why would they do so again? Plus, maybe I'm wrong, but I don't recall them using the word "gang" on the show. Does anyone remember a time when they did use it (all nighter of BoTP coming up, I can see it...)
Originally posted by amethyst Why is Mark talking to Keyop in bad verse, "You kid not, Keyop"? Really? They're still teenagers, right? I doubt that teens speak that way in the UK.Believe it or not, the phrase 'I kid you not' was commonly spoken through the 80's, so perhaps Mark was just adapting it, or perhaps this comic started the craze!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Feb 2012 13:54
I think I recall the Archies saying stuff like, "You kid not, Juggie!" and things like that.
TJ, my memories of the Archies are so vague, I'm lucky to remember their names. If someone asked me what Jughead's nickname was I would have thought Jughead.
KT, I remember the phrase "I kid you not", but the variation on it just seemed so odd, like someone was trying to recite Shakespeare very poorly.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Feb 2012 15:04
And why did they use the pyramid? It makes no sense.
Hmm, they mention using alternative transport, but then they use the pyramid... so where are their own vehicles then?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Feb 2012 15:53
Originally posted by KT1972 Hmm, they mention using alternative transport, but then they use the pyramid... so where are their own vehicles then?Maybe the artists didn't want to draw the vehicles, so they decided to have the pyramid act like some real tornadoes do -- go back into the clouds and then touch down again a distance away.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Feb 2012 17:51
I agree, I think the tornado was the 'alternate transportation'.
Amethyst, I was a HUGE Archies fan. I still have a good chunk of my old comics. (the ones that weren't destroyed in our basement flood, anyhow )
So for the record, Jughead's real name is Forsythe P. Jones. Jughead is his nickname. Juggie is a nickname for his nickname.
And yeah, Forsythe is a horrible name, but like Archibald and Reginald (Archie and Reggie) are really any better? There are many examples of horrible, old-fashioned first names for men in the Archies. Besides the 3 I mentioned, there is Hiram, Dilton, Merton and Waldo.
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So for the record, Jughead's real name is Forsythe P. Jones. Jughead is his nickname. Juggie is a nickname for his nickname.
And yeah, Forsythe is a horrible name, but like Archibald and Reginald (Archie and Reggie) are really any better? There are many examples of horrible, old-fashioned first names for men in the Archies. Besides the 3 I mentioned, there is Hiram, Dilton, Merton and Waldo.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2012 15:36
And in this exciting installment, we get to see G-Force fly like Superman!
so that answered the questions from last time then
What exactly are Jason's hands doing up Mark's wings?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2012 16:37
Originally posted by amethyst What exactly are Jason's hands doing up Mark's wings?Um...I'm not sure I really wanna know...
Don't know, but it's turned his boots white!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2012 16:46
Originally posted by KT1972 Don't know, but it's turned his boots white!!Um...I really don't think I wanna know!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2012 16:53
And Princess is flesh colored again.
It would have looked better if their capes had been spread out to at least make it look like they were gliding.
Originally posted by KT1972 let your imagination run wild and free!!!
But I keep freaking people out!
perhaps we like being freaked out... it's so entertaining!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2012 17:08
Originally posted by KT1972 perhaps we like being freaked out... it's so entertaining!!Then you'd better keep your eye out for a fic I'm finishing now -- it deals with most of the pokey-stick posts I've gotten over the past couple of weeks!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2012 17:21
Originally posted by KT1972 Ooooh can't wait... keep us informed thenConsider yourself warned, then. . . be sure to brace yourself!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2012 18:53
We are happliy waiting for it!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2012 19:21
Yikes! Jason's hands are keeping to themselves... whether or not they are blocked by Mark's wings!
I *don't* want to consider any other alternatives!!!!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Yikes! Jason's hands are keeping to themselves... whether or not they are blocked by Mark's wings! I *don't* want to consider any other alternatives!!!!Can't say that I disagree. Mark/Jason just does not work.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Yep, in BOTP asteroids are completely capable of sustaining life. IIRC, the planet with the magma giant was actually an asteroid. Or was that Zarcadia? I'm confused....I'm confused too, though I'm also amused by the giant mushrooms. Them and the shrinking bottle -shades of Alice in Wonderland! There's a life-sustaining asteroid in the "Spectra Space Spies" episode (Gatch's ep. 86): "Paradise Island Asteroid" Despite being an asteroid, it somehow manages to look like this...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Feb 2012 08:36
That's the episode! I knew there was a BOTP episode with a planet-like asteroid!!!! Thanks for posting the information on it, LB, as well as the picture!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Feb 2012 08:45
But I could do without the swimming trunks that look like Princess' pants.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 12 Feb 2012 09:51
Originally posted by Becky Rock But I could do without the swimming trunks that look like Princess' pants.Hmmm...do you mean you would prefer to have him sitting naked under the tree? Because if that's what you mean, I'M WITH YOU, GIRL!
You know what really bothers me about that episode ...
For all the grief Jason gets about his temper and being irresponsible, he's the one who looks like he's working in that episode while St Mark is laying around half naked on a beach like he's on vacation.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 12 Feb 2012 12:37
Exactly, Amethyst! That's the moral of the story: lie on the beach, have fun, enjoy life! 
Originally posted by Daniella T Exactly, Amethyst! That's the moral of the story: lie on the beach, have fun, enjoy life!And it's allowed if you have a 1 on your shirt; if you were a 2, you can still do it, unless a 1 pulls rank, and if you do, you'll a ration full for it.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 12 Feb 2012 12:51
Originally posted by amethystThat's right! The morals of this ep are endless...Originally posted by Daniella T Exactly, Amethyst! That's the moral of the story: lie on the beach, have fun, enjoy life!And it's allowed if you have a 1 on your shirt; if you were a 2, you can still do it, unless a 1 pulls rank, and if you do, you'll a ration full for it.
Originally posted by Becky Rock But I could do without the swimming trunks that look like Princess' pants.They really do like stripes in the show, don't they? In ep. 59, Ken takes a goon's clothes and he's got striped underwear, Ken's got a striped swim trunks in ep. 5 and one of them -not sure if it's Ken or Joe but it's probably Ken since Jun has her hand on him- has striped swim trunks in ep. 9 Joe, at least, seems to avoid stripes!
Originally posted by amethyst he's the one who looks like he's working in that episode while St Mark is laying around half naked on a beach like he's on vacation.True, Jason seems to be at an airport, so he'd be seeing who's arriving and who's leaving and he's clearly reading up on all the local doings, searching for leads!
I've always wondered what it is on the necklace Ken is wearing in that one shot. I'm not sure we see him in a necklace anywhere else. My guess is that it's his father's dogtag, but I didn't picture those as round, so dunno.
Never pictured him as a necklace kinda guy.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Feb 2012 17:04
Originally posted by lborgia88Actually, in the scuba scene, the striped trunks are on Joe. In the next scene, he tries to ride the turtle that was swimming by and when it throws him off, Ken and Jun smile at each other and they're next to each other.Originally posted by Becky Rock But I could do without the swimming trunks that look like Princess' pants.They really do like stripes in the show, don't they? In ep. 59, Ken takes a goon's clothes and he's got striped underwear, Ken's got a striped swim trunks in ep. 5 and one of them -not sure if it's Ken or Joe but it's probably Ken since Jun has her hand on him- has striped swim trunks in ep. 9 Joe, at least, seems to avoid stripes!Originally posted by amethyst he's the one who looks like he's working in that episode while St Mark is laying around half naked on a beach like he's on vacation.True, Jason seems to be at an airport, so he'd be seeing who's arriving and who's leaving and he's clearly reading up on all the local doings, searching for leads!
Okay, mystery solved!
I don't remember seeing any turtles in ep.9, but I might have skipped over that part.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Feb 2012 17:38
Originally posted by Becky Rock But I could do without the swimming trunks that look like Princess' pants.Maybe he just wants to get into Princess' pants?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2012 05:17
Originally posted by Transmute JunIf that's the case, maybe somebody better explain to him what that phrase means. . . ("Dude, you're being too literal!")Originally posted by Becky Rock But I could do without the swimming trunks that look like Princess' pants.Maybe he just wants to get into Princess' pants?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2012 15:23
The turtle scene was at the end of the episode, when they resumed their vacation.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Feb 2012 17:47
In today's exciting installment, G-Force finally turns the tables on Zoltar!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2012 18:03
Speedo? What is Keyop talking about?
And will they ever get Jason's colors right?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2012 18:20
Originally posted by Becky Rock Speedo? What is Keyop talking about?Maybe he has on his swimsuit under his BirdStyle, and it's getting uncomfortable!
Originally posted by Becky Rock Speedo? What is Keyop talking about? And will they ever get Jason's colors right?
Keyop's speech maybe annoying with all the blurps and bleeps, but at least there is something that makes sense in between them. Here they've got him speaking pure gibberish.
Peach colored boots! Really! Jason's colors aren't that difficult. Dark blue and either maroon or reddish-brown depending upon the light cast on them.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2012 18:31
Well, Ame, we can still use a comment I made a while back to explain it all:
They're just a bunch of f***ing idiots! 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2012 18:45
But I guess if they didn't screw up, we'd have nothin to discuss here but the plot.
I love logging to read funny and scarcastic comments
EW, I think that comment fits quite well
Becky, I think bad plot can be overlooked if it is entertaining (otherwise how can anyone explain the popularity of early Adam Sandler movies?), but the bad artwork? Or is it more accurately cheap artwork?
EW, I think that comment fits quite well
Becky, I think bad plot can be overlooked if it is entertaining (otherwise how can anyone explain the popularity of early Adam Sandler movies?), but the bad artwork? Or is it more accurately cheap artwork?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 14 Feb 2012 04:26
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOriginally posted by Becky Rock Speedo? What is Keyop talking about?Maybe he has on his swimsuit under his BirdStyle, and it's getting uncomfortable!
Especially since the word "wiggle" after "speedo" is a dead giveaway! Poor kid, just wanted to wiggle in his speedos...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 14 Feb 2012 04:27
BTW, you think Zoltar's choice of the word "puny" has anything to do with the shrinking ray, or would this be too much for this comic?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Feb 2012 06:34
Oh, you guys are too much! I love the idea that Keyop has his bathing suit on underneath his Birdstyle! I guess a Speedo is the only kind of suit that would fit underneath without ruining the lines of his uniform.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Feb 2012 11:33
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I guess a Speedo is the only kind of suit that would fit underneath without ruining the lines of his uniform.And we all know how devastated he'd be if anybody saw a panty line!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Feb 2012 13:23
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteThey'd all be staring at his underwear, just like they do with Princess!!!!!!Originally posted by Transmute Jun I guess a Speedo is the only kind of suit that would fit underneath without ruining the lines of his uniform.And we all know how devastated he'd be if anybody saw a panty line!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Feb 2012 15:23
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh, you guys are too much! I love the idea that Keyop has his bathing suit on underneath his Birdstyle! I guess a Speedo is the only kind of suit that would fit underneath without ruining the lines of his uniform.Would that mean the rest of the guys are wearing speedos, too? Jason...speedo...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Feb 2012 15:47
No, Jason goes commando.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Feb 2012 16:53
Originally posted by Transmute Jun No, Jason goes commando.I thought that was a no-brainer!
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteActually, I thought that was Joe. Maybe it's up to each of us what he wears.Originally posted by Transmute Jun No, Jason goes commando.I thought that was a no-brainer!
I've always figured the guys had to at least wear cups. Wouldn't want a nasty knee taking down an elite ninja.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Feb 2012 17:32
Originally posted by Transmute Jun No, Jason goes commando.Have you ever asked guys about going commando? I haven't found one yet who will admit it. Most cringe and say say zippers are dangerous. Maybe the button flies, but I don't like those. It makes them look like they're more well endowed than they are. Kind of like push-up bras for women. Disappoints lots of guys whe they find out what their real size is.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Feb 2012 17:33
Originally posted by ChrisW I've always figured the guys had to at least wear cups. Wouldn't want a nasty knee taking down an elite ninja.That would be embarrassing. "Zoltar got away because he kicked me in th junk!"
Originally posted by Becky Rock That would be embarrassing. "Zoltar got away because he kicked me in th junk!"Especially when spoken in falsetto ...
Make for one funny story, though, wouldn't it?
And that's about the only time it's funny.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Feb 2012 08:23
I would presume that cups are built into the Birdstyle, but it's not 'encumbering' enough to prevent them from opening their flys for the call of nature! (As we know from that inner earth episode with Jinpei demonstrating this fact...)
As for what they wear under their civvies, I agree, Amethyst, it's up to the individual writer. I know Ive had Joe in boxer briefs on a few occasions.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Feb 2012 11:22
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I know Ive had Joe in boxer briefs on a few occasions.Good choice!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 15 Feb 2012 11:40
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteYeap, and we've had Mark and Jason out of them... (see Fic for a Pic saga)Originally posted by Transmute Jun I know Ive had Joe in boxer briefs on a few occasions.Good choice!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Feb 2012 11:44
Originally posted by Daniella TNice plug, DT,Originally posted by ElectricWhiteYeap, and we've had Mark and Jason out of them... (see Fic for a Pic saga)Originally posted by Transmute Jun I know Ive had Joe in boxer briefs on a few occasions.Good choice!
nice plug!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 15 Feb 2012 12:04
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteWell, with the discussion moving to various birdies' underwear, I couldn't resist!Originally posted by Daniella TNice plug, DT,Originally posted by ElectricWhiteYeap, and we've had Mark and Jason out of them... (see Fic for a Pic saga)Originally posted by Transmute Jun I know Ive had Joe in boxer briefs on a few occasions.Good choice!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Feb 2012 12:25
And now, the exciting conclusion!!!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 15 Feb 2012 13:08
Phrase of the week: "I've dropped Zoltar!" How could he DROP ZOLTAR? They've got Zoltar literally in the palm of their hand and they drop him?
I hope Anderson chews him out about this!
Emmm, did I see Zoltar wearing Mark's birdstyle? It certainly looked like it!!
And I'm not sure I want to suggest what the shrink ray machine resembles as it restores the Phoenix back to normal!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Feb 2012 15:36
You're right, KT. Will the color mix-ups ever get correted?
But Zoltar's getting his just dessert - he gets to be a chew toy for a mouse!
Originally posted by Becky Rock You're right, KT. Will the color mix-ups ever get correted? But Zoltar's getting his just dessert - he gets to be a chew toy for a mouse!Yup, there's always a bright side, eh Becky
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Feb 2012 17:51
I agree, KT, How could they drop Zoltar??? Careless, that's what it is! Just think of all of the money and lives that would have been saved....
Ah well, at least they got poor Tiny back to normal size, and the Phoenix too!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Feb 2012 18:30
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I agree, KT, How could they drop Zoltar???'Cause he's a slippery slimeball, that's how! Jeez, I thought that one was pretty OBVIOUS!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I agree, KT, How could they drop Zoltar??? Careless, that's what it is! Just think of all of the money and lives that would have been saved.... Ah well, at least they got poor Tiny back to normal size, and the Phoenix too!I think you mean DT, TJ? But for the record I totally agree, (with you too, EW) although it doesn't surprise me in the slightest since he always manages to escape one way or another!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 16 Feb 2012 01:29
Erm...this does bring images from Springie's latest, you know, the one called "Slippery when wet"...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Feb 2012 06:20
Originally posted by Daniella T Erm...this does bring images from Springie's latest, you know, the one called "Slippery when wet"...Ewwwwwww...... I really did not want to think of Zoltar in that manner....
Originally posted by Transmute JunLet me plug our Fic for a Pic saga again -- apparently Zoltar has a lot going for him!Originally posted by Daniella T Erm...this does bring images from Springie's latest, you know, the one called "Slippery when wet"...Ewwwwwww...... I really did not want to think of Zoltar in that manner....
Where's EW when you need her?
Originally posted by Daniella T Where's EW when you need her?Sorry, I was having the same reaction as TJ...
(I mean, really? The thought of Zoltar as he appeared in "Pic Fic 4" showing up in "Slippery When Wet" ... ICK!)
Still, thanks for having my back as far as plugging our work goes, DT!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Feb 2012 12:20
Whether or not he's got the materials, he needs to keep it all under wraps!!!!!!
And Daniella, being Zoltar's unwilling victim, I think you'd agree!!!!!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 16 Feb 2012 14:11
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Whether or not he's got the materials, he needs to keep it all under wraps!!!!!! And Daniella, being Zoltar's unwilling victim, I think you'd agree!!!!!!I'm still stunned from the experience, it seems!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Feb 2012 17:10
Let's keep Zoltar clothed, please!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Feb 2012 17:55
Originally posted by Daniella TI guess you'd better pay a visit to the secret room STAT!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Whether or not he's got the materials, he needs to keep it all under wraps!!!!!! And Daniella, being Zoltar's unwilling victim, I think you'd agree!!!!!!I'm still stunned from the experience, it seems!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Feb 2012 18:16
If the secret room includes an Eagle and/or a Condor, I'm in!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 Feb 2012 01:41
Originally posted by Transmute Jun If the secret room includes an Eagle and/or a Condor, I'm in!Do they offer hands-on therapy?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Feb 2012 07:25
Today we start an exciting new adventure! Here, we can see that out of uniform, Mark and Jason are indistinguishable from each other, while Mark has his hand in an interesting place relative to Princess' breast. Not to mention Keyop's eyes....
Here, we can see that out of uniform, Mark and Jason are indistinguishable from each other, while Mark has his hand in an interesting place relative to Princess' breast. Not to mention Keyop's eyes....
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 Feb 2012 07:52
What shocks me is Keyop's face...how much worse could it get? 
Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Feb 2012 08:55
Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2012 10:09
Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
Originally posted by ElectricWhitePity 1-Rover-1 then, he never gets away from him!!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2012 10:16
Originally posted by KT1972Oh, I do! I do! It's amazing the poor little pooch hasn't turned evil and sold everyone out!Originally posted by ElectricWhitePity 1-Rover-1 then, he never gets away from him!!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2012 17:30
Mark's hand has a mind of its own.
Pied Piper...why do I think I've already got this one figured out?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2012 17:37
Originally posted by Becky Rock Pied Piper...why do I think I've already got this one figured out?Hmm. . . maybe they're boldly going where they've gone before?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Feb 2012 09:28
Originally posted by Becky Rock Pied Piper...why do I think I've already got this one figured out?Because you're far more intelligent and insghtful than the authors of this comic?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Feb 2012 09:49
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIsn't that what happened in "The Devil you Know"?Originally posted by KT1972Oh, I do! I do! It's amazing the poor little pooch hasn't turned evil and sold everyone out!Originally posted by ElectricWhitePity 1-Rover-1 then, he never gets away from him!!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
Originally posted by Daniella TYup. Nothing gets by you, DT! Just wondering. . . what's the record for quotes-within-quotes?Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIsn't that what happened in "The Devil you Know"?Originally posted by KT1972Oh, I do! I do! It's amazing the poor little pooch hasn't turned evil and sold everyone out!Originally posted by ElectricWhitePity 1-Rover-1 then, he never gets away from him!!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteSorry couldn't resist!! I'm flattered that a comment of mine has sparked such conversation though!Originally posted by Daniella TYup. Nothing gets by you, DT! Just wondering. . . what's the record for quotes-within-quotes?Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIsn't that what happened in "The Devil you Know"?Originally posted by KT1972Oh, I do! I do! It's amazing the poor little pooch hasn't turned evil and sold everyone out!Originally posted by ElectricWhitePity 1-Rover-1 then, he never gets away from him!!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOriginally posted by Daniella TYup. Nothing gets by you, DT! Just wondering. . . what's the record for quotes-within-quotes?Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIsn't that what happened in "The Devil you Know"?Originally posted by KT1972Oh, I do! I do! It's amazing the poor little pooch hasn't turned evil and sold everyone out!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteNot sure if we have one. I may be anal-compulsive, but not enough to look and count. So for a random guess, I'd say if we hit 10, we probably have it. Pity 1-Rover-1 then, he never gets away from him!!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
Originally posted by amethystTesting, I know I typed into the last bit, but it seems to have lost it.Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOriginally posted by Daniella TYup. Nothing gets by you, DT! Just wondering. . . what's the record for quotes-within-quotes?Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIsn't that what happened in "The Devil you Know"?Originally posted by KT1972Oh, I do! I do! It's amazing the poor little pooch hasn't turned evil and sold everyone out!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteNot sure if we have one. I may be anal-compulsive, but not enough to look and count. So for a random guess, I'd say if we hit 10, we probably have it. Pity 1-Rover-1 then, he never gets away from him!!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
Originally posted by amethystOkay, trying this again: I'm not sure if we have one or if anyone knows. I may be anal-compulsive, but not that much. So on a random quess, I'd say if we hit ten, we'd have it.Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOriginally posted by Daniella TYup. Nothing gets by you, DT! Just wondering. . . what's the record for quotes-within-quotes?Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIsn't that what happened in "The Devil you Know"?Originally posted by KT1972Oh, I do! I do! It's amazing the poor little pooch hasn't turned evil and sold everyone out!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteNot sure if we have one. I may be anal-compulsive, but not enough to look and count. So for a random guess, I'd say if we hit 10, we probably have it. Pity 1-Rover-1 then, he never gets away from him!!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd even androids shouldn't be forced to stay in the same room as 7-Zark-7!Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, if Keyop is (supposed to be) an android, then why should he be so bothered about missing the concert anyway?Even androids like music...
looks like the post can't handle any more, unless there's too many blank lines between some of the comments!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 10:48
So now we know! 
Hey, if anybody asks, I can now honestly say this site is educational as well as entertaining!
Hey, if anybody asks, I can now honestly say this site is educational as well as entertaining!
This site has always been educational, depending upon the type of education you want.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 11:37
Originally posted by amethyst This site has always been educational, depending upon the type of education you want.Hmm...how could I have put it to sound like the type of "educational" that the "expert educators" (you know, the ones that make the major curriculum decisions without ever going near a classroom) would accept?...not that it really matters to me...
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteHmm ... oh, you want politicians and textbook publishers to accept it. First, you need to write a standardized, norm-referenced test for it -- one that is very high-stakes regarding promotion and funding. Second, you need to write the textbook that needs to be read to pass the test. Third, you need to write all of the ancillary materials that the teacher needs to teach the test, um, textbook, oops sorry, material, and the ancillary materials that the students need to understand the material in the textbook. After that, you just need to convince the publishers that they will make a lot of money selling this book to schools and then they will convince the politicians that people need to know this so that the youth of today are prepared for a non-existent tomorrow (regardless, they will likely be unprepared for a whatever happens in the future).Originally posted by amethyst This site has always been educational, depending upon the type of education you want.Hmm...how could I have put it to sound like the type of "educational" that the "expert educators" (you know, the ones that make the major curriculum decisions without ever going near a classroom) would accept?...not that it really matters to me...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 12:26
Originally posted by amethystHuh. And all this time I thought I just had to get enough California Boards of Education to think it was cool, and then sit back and wait for other BoE's to jump on the bandwagon!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteHmm ... oh, you want politicians and textbook publishers to accept it. First, you need to write a standardized, norm-referenced test for it -- one that is very high-stakes regarding promotion and funding. Second, you need to write the textbook that needs to be read to pass the test. Third, you need to write all of the ancillary materials that the teacher needs to teach the test, um, textbook, oops sorry, material, and the ancillary materials that the students need to understand the material in the textbook. After that, you just need to convince the publishers that they will make a lot of money selling this book to schools and then they will convince the politicians that people need to know this so that the youth of today are prepared for a non-existent tomorrow (regardless, they will likely be unprepared for a whatever happens in the future).Originally posted by amethyst This site has always been educational, depending upon the type of education you want.Hmm...how could I have put it to sound like the type of "educational" that the "expert educators" (you know, the ones that make the major curriculum decisions without ever going near a classroom) would accept?...not that it really matters to me...
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteActually, from what I've heard, Texas has more power than California in that regard. But that was a few years ago and Bush was in office then. Maybe it would be Illinois now.Originally posted by amethystHuh. And all this time I thought I just had to get enough California Boards of Education to think it was cool, and then sit back and wait for other BoE's to jump on the bandwagon!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteHmm ... oh, you want politicians and textbook publishers to accept it. First, you need to write a standardized, norm-referenced test for it -- one that is very high-stakes regarding promotion and funding. Second, you need to write the textbook that needs to be read to pass the test. Third, you need to write all of the ancillary materials that the teacher needs to teach the test, um, textbook, oops sorry, material, and the ancillary materials that the students need to understand the material in the textbook. After that, you just need to convince the publishers that they will make a lot of money selling this book to schools and then they will convince the politicians that people need to know this so that the youth of today are prepared for a non-existent tomorrow (regardless, they will likely be unprepared for a whatever happens in the future).Originally posted by amethyst This site has always been educational, depending upon the type of education you want.Hmm...how could I have put it to sound like the type of "educational" that the "expert educators" (you know, the ones that make the major curriculum decisions without ever going near a classroom) would accept?...not that it really matters to me...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 12:40
At the end, the post of a post started to look like a geometric picture. Add some color and it could me in a museum.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 12:43
Originally posted by amethystOriginally posted by ElectricWhiteActually, from what I've heard, Texas has more power than California in that regard. But that was a few years ago and Bush was in office then. Maybe it would be Illinois now.Originally posted by amethystHuh. And all this time I thought I just had to get enough California Boards of Education to think it was cool, and then sit back and wait for other BoE's to jump on the bandwagon!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteThat would only apply if the school uses books. That's one of the problems we're been having with our son adjusting to high school. He wants a book to be able to read and refer to and some of his teachers don't believe in them. They'd rather use handouts. Hmm ... oh, you want politicians and textbook publishers to accept it. First, you need to write a standardized, norm-referenced test for it -- one that is very high-stakes regarding promotion and funding. Second, you need to write the textbook that needs to be read to pass the test. Third, you need to write all of the ancillary materials that the teacher needs to teach the test, um, textbook, oops sorry, material, and the ancillary materials that the students need to understand the material in the textbook. After that, you just need to convince the publishers that they will make a lot of money selling this book to schools and then they will convince the politicians that people need to know this so that the youth of today are prepared for a non-existent tomorrow (regardless, they will likely be unprepared for a whatever happens in the future).Originally posted by amethyst This site has always been educational, depending upon the type of education you want.Hmm...how could I have put it to sound like the type of "educational" that the "expert educators" (you know, the ones that make the major curriculum decisions without ever going near a classroom) would accept?...not that it really matters to me...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 12:47
Originally posted by amethystWell, that's true for textbooks, anyway. When it comes to teaching methods, California still has some sway. (For a while, though, it seemed to be trendy to take the failed experiments and implement them without any change.)Originally posted by ElectricWhiteActually, from what I've heard, Texas has more power than California in that regard. But that was a few years ago and Bush was in office then. Maybe it would be Illinois now.Originally posted by amethystHuh. And all this time I thought I just had to get enough California Boards of Education to think it was cool, and then sit back and wait for other BoE's to jump on the bandwagon!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteHmm ... oh, you want politicians and textbook publishers to accept it. First, you need to write a standardized, norm-referenced test for it -- one that is very high-stakes regarding promotion and funding. Second, you need to write the textbook that needs to be read to pass the test. Third, you need to write all of the ancillary materials that the teacher needs to teach the test, um, textbook, oops sorry, material, and the ancillary materials that the students need to understand the material in the textbook. After that, you just need to convince the publishers that they will make a lot of money selling this book to schools and then they will convince the politicians that people need to know this so that the youth of today are prepared for a non-existent tomorrow (regardless, they will likely be unprepared for a whatever happens in the future).Originally posted by amethyst This site has always been educational, depending upon the type of education you want.Hmm...how could I have put it to sound like the type of "educational" that the "expert educators" (you know, the ones that make the major curriculum decisions without ever going near a classroom) would accept?...not that it really matters to me...
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOr do what they did with Whole Language and just use what they understood, and ignored the rest.Originally posted by amethystWell, that's true for textbooks, anyway. When it comes to teaching methods, California still has some sway. (For a while, though, it seemed to be trendy to take the failed experiments and implement them without any change.)Originally posted by ElectricWhiteActually, from what I've heard, Texas has more power than California in that regard. But that was a few years ago and Bush was in office then. Maybe it would be Illinois now.Originally posted by amethystHuh. And all this time I thought I just had to get enough California Boards of Education to think it was cool, and then sit back and wait for other BoE's to jump on the bandwagon!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteHmm ... oh, you want politicians and textbook publishers to accept it. First, you need to write a standardized, norm-referenced test for it -- one that is very high-stakes regarding promotion and funding. Second, you need to write the textbook that needs to be read to pass the test. Third, you need to write all of the ancillary materials that the teacher needs to teach the test, um, textbook, oops sorry, material, and the ancillary materials that the students need to understand the material in the textbook. After that, you just need to convince the publishers that they will make a lot of money selling this book to schools and then they will convince the politicians that people need to know this so that the youth of today are prepared for a non-existent tomorrow (regardless, they will likely be unprepared for a whatever happens in the future).Originally posted by amethyst This site has always been educational, depending upon the type of education you want.Hmm...how could I have put it to sound like the type of "educational" that the "expert educators" (you know, the ones that make the major curriculum decisions without ever going near a classroom) would accept?...not that it really matters to me...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 13:01
I'd hate to think how many kids were turned off to reading thanks to the Whole Language fiasco! 
Originally posted by ElectricWhite I'd hate to think how many kids were turned off to reading thanks to the Whole Language fiasco!Worse than that, how many can't spell or write correctly because of that? The approach is brilliant, the application was idiotic.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 13:18
Originally posted by amethyst The approach is brilliant, the application was idiotic.That has to be one of the greatest understatements ever!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 16:45
Ame, posting from a post did the same thing to me about eating what I typed in, so here it is.
In my son's high school, some of the teachers have decided not to use text books. They use handouts instead. My son hates that - he wants to have a book to read and refer to, on his own time.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 16:51
Originally posted by Becky Rock Ame, posting from a post did the same thing to me about eating what I typed in, so here it is. In my son's high school, some of the teachers have decided not to use text books. They use handouts instead. My son hates that - he wants to have a book to read and refer to, on his own time.I can appreciate where he's coming from; I tend to be the same way. Would he consider putting the handouts in a binder to create his own textbook? I don't blame the teachers one bit. Anymore, being factual and accurate doesn't seem to be a requirement for school texts.
Originally posted by Becky Rock Ame, posting from a post did the same thing to me about eating what I typed in, so here it is. In my son's high school, some of the teachers have decided not to use text books. They use handouts instead. My son hates that - he wants to have a book to read and refer to, on his own time.Nice thing about handouts is that they can be used for note-taking and annotation skills. Plus many college professors use what they call readers which is a collection of works they put together for the class. So I can see why some teachers may do that. Also, the ancillary material that I was poking fun at, is designed to be copied and passed out, so they may be using that too. I understand your son's frustration. Some subjects need books, real books, some need textbooks. And we need to lose NCLB and go back to letting teachers lead the classroom rathter than publishers and politicans.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 17:11
Originally posted by amethyst I understand your son's frustration. Some subjects need books, real books, some need textbooks. And we need to lose NCLB and go back to letting teachers lead the classroom rathter than publishers and politicans.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Feb 2012 17:13
What's the NCLB? 
Originally posted by Daniella T What's the NCLB?It's the offspring of a Bush and Kennedy pairing. Basically, what you get when you breed George W Bush with Teddy Kennedy: really bad educational reform. No Child Left Behind. So all get left behind, unless they afford private schools (which is what the tea-publicans want anyway). Oops sorry, my politics are getting in the way. For those who don't know, I am a recovering republican.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Feb 2012 17:21
Originally posted by amethystI totally sympathise! We have had so many "educational reforms" in Greece, it's a wonder there's any education left! Some people will actually say there isn't, but I try to be an optimist...Originally posted by Daniella T What's the NCLB?It's the offspring of a Bush and Kennedy pairing. Basically, what you get when you breed George W Bush with Teddy Kennedy: really bad educational reform. No Child Left Behind. So all get left behind, unless they afford private schools (which is what the tea-publicans want anyway). Oops sorry, my politics are getting in the way. For those who don't know, I am a recovering republican.
Originally posted by Daniella T What's the NCLB?One of the effects of No Child Left Behind is that all the public schools now have to take standardized assessment tests, and they have to show a certain amount of improvement every year. Which might be okay if kids just had CPU's for brains and had nothing of a human existence (family problems, poverty, illness, etc.) Also, this set-up puts pressure on the schools to pass the tests to get the funds instead of actually teaching anything useful. (There's actually one teacher's resource company that sells instructional packages that focus on teaching kids how to pass standardized tests without ever learning the anything the tests are supposed tocover!)
It's more important to be able to guess correctly the bubble tests then to actually retain real knowledge.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 18:00
Originally posted by amethyst It's more important to be able to guess correctly the bubble tests then to actually retain real knowledge.And then they all wonder why nobody knows nuthin' about nuthin'!
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteYup! Same thing happens with coping skills because bullying is so aggressively handled, kids don't learn how to deal when others are less than friendly. I'm not a proponent of bullying, it can be severally devastating, but a small of amount of teasing can be beneficial and provide lessons in coping. Children need to learn to stand up for themselves and cope with situations using words, not to run to the teacher because someone made fun of them. What happens when there are no teachers around?Originally posted by amethyst It's more important to be able to guess correctly the bubble tests then to actually retain real knowledge.And then they all wonder why nobody knows nuthin' about nuthin'!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 18:15
Originally posted by amethystTwo words: Mommy, DaddyOriginally posted by ElectricWhiteYup! Same thing happens with coping skills because bullying is so aggressively handled, kids don't learn how to deal when others are less than friendly. I'm not a proponent of bullying, it can be severally devastating, but a small of amount of teasing can be beneficial and provide lessons in coping. Children need to learn to stand up for themselves and cope with situations using words, not to run to the teacher because someone made fun of them. What happens when there are no teachers around?Originally posted by amethyst It's more important to be able to guess correctly the bubble tests then to actually retain real knowledge.And then they all wonder why nobody knows nuthin' about nuthin'!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2012 09:00
Well it seems like I missed a big discussion yesterday. Wow!
FWIW, as a teacher, I see no problem with standardized tests or 'teaching to the test'. The key is that the material on the test has to be relevant and useful. So if I have a test that covers necessary math skills, I don't see that as a problem. If the test covers some weid thing that no one will ever need again, that's another story.
In my field, I deal with both, as I have to prepare students for a professional exam that has 75% useful material and 25% 'stuff you'll never need again'.
Anyhow, as a break, let's check out out 'pied piper'...
Becky, you're so smart to have figured it out!!!!!
Talk about lazy, couldn't they be bothered to colour in the teams civvies?
Good to see Keyop can pilot and navigate the Phoenix solo, he'll be making Tiny redundant if he keeps it up!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2012 10:26
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteHe does, but he said it's still not the same. He wants to read what's being said on the subject.Originally posted by Becky Rock Ame, posting from a post did the same thing to me about eating what I typed in, so here it is. In my son's high school, some of the teachers have decided not to use text books. They use handouts instead. My son hates that - he wants to have a book to read and refer to, on his own time.I can appreciate where he's coming from; I tend to be the same way. Would he consider putting the handouts in a binder to create his own textbook? I don't blame the teachers one bit. Anymore, being factual and accurate doesn't seem to be a requirement for school texts.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2012 10:31
Originally posted by amethystUh-oh, Ame. I'm a Reagan Republican. We can agree to disagree.Originally posted by Daniella T What's the NCLB?It's the offspring of a Bush and Kennedy pairing. Basically, what you get when you breed George W Bush with Teddy Kennedy: really bad educational reform. No Child Left Behind. So all get left behind, unless they afford private schools (which is what the tea-publicans want anyway). Oops sorry, my politics are getting in the way. For those who don't know, I am a recovering republican.
One of my best friends is a die-hard Democrate. We love to get into it about our beliefs and shake hands afterwards.
But I do believe the last place for politics is in the classroom.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2012 10:48
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteThat's how our school system works and the result has been Honors classes are now for everyone and there are no regular classes anymore, so the 'Honor' aspect has been thrown out the window. AP classes have taken the place of Honors classes. I just had a knock-down with my son's counselor about it last week. Kids learn in different ways. Some kids excel with little help, others need some help. Some kids need a textbook, others do just fine with hand-outs. My son is a bottom-line kid. Give him the material, let him soak it in and then test him. He sees homework as a waste of his time, as he already knows the material and proves it by getting A's on his tests. Our school system now grades all homework. My son decided to be pasive agressive by blowing off all the homework and aceing all the tests. The end result was F's in homework and A's on tests, with a C overall. The homework has just as much weight as the tests (which absolutely freaked me out and that's what drove me to have a chat with the counselor). So far, he has scored 100% on the Standards of Learning Tests and scored into the 87 percentile of college bound Juniors on the PSAT (he took the test one month into his Freshman year), so he knows the material. As far as he and we are concerned, he's proved it again and again. The counselor said they have to grade the homework and give more weight to ensure the kids who don't test as well as our son a chance to get good grades. So he's bored to death in his Honors' classes and his grades are suffereing because he hates homework. We've had to force him to do the homework tyo keep his overall grade up. That showed me they're more worried about their numbers than they are about teaching the kids properly. They have kids in Honors classes that can't keep up and because they have lowered the class, they have bored true Honors students. I will admit I have no experience with a child who has difficulty in school, so I hope my rant hasn't offended anyone.Originally posted by Daniella T What's the NCLB?Also, this set-up puts pressure on the schools to pass the tests to get the funds instead of actually teaching anything useful. (There's actually one teacher's resource company that sells instructional packages that focus on teaching kids how to pass standardized tests without ever learning the anything the tests are supposed tocover!)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2012 10:50
That would be funny to watch Mark, Jason and Princess dance and not be able to stop.
Looks like this is going to be another 'Keyop being an andriod helps save the day' episodes.
[quote]Originally posted by Becky Rock
Uh-oh, Ame. I'm a Reagan Republican.
We can agree to disagree.
One of my best friends is a die-hard Democrate. We love to get into it about our beliefs and shake hands afterwards./[quote]
No worries, Becky. My DH is, too; and his family are all rednecks.
One of my best friends is a Green Party Liberal, and even though I always considered myself a moderate, she called me her conservative friend.
It's the likes of Rush Limbaugh, Newt Gingrich, and Sarah Palin that have pushed me away from the GoP. My beliefs are more inline with Lincoln and Roosevelt, except on women's reproductive rights where I hold more liberal views.
Maybe when common sense returns to the party, I may rejoin. Until then I remain unaffiliated with any party.
Although, if you have any views on Romney, I'd love to hear them in PM or email. I like what he did in Massachusetts, but I don't like the way he's been courting the more extreme branches and flip-flopping through the primary.
One of my best friends is a die-hard Democrate. We love to get into it about our beliefs and shake hands afterwards./[quote]
No worries, Becky. My DH is, too; and his family are all rednecks.
One of my best friends is a Green Party Liberal, and even though I always considered myself a moderate, she called me her conservative friend.
It's the likes of Rush Limbaugh, Newt Gingrich, and Sarah Palin that have pushed me away from the GoP. My beliefs are more inline with Lincoln and Roosevelt, except on women's reproductive rights where I hold more liberal views.
Maybe when common sense returns to the party, I may rejoin. Until then I remain unaffiliated with any party.
Although, if you have any views on Romney, I'd love to hear them in PM or email. I like what he did in Massachusetts, but I don't like the way he's been courting the more extreme branches and flip-flopping through the primary.
Originally posted by Becky Rock Kids learn in different ways. Some kids excel with little help, others need some help. Some kids need a textbook, others do just fine with hand-outs.Becky, that is exactly why NCLB will fail. In California, many schools had three "tracts" Honors/AP, College Prep, General. The system was abused and many districts dropped General and funneled the students into Prep. Guess what, class averages dropped. NCLB expects everyone to be able to perform the same and improve, even when there is no more room to improve. It takes great tools (TJ's point on standardized tests) and makes them the end all for school funding. IMHO, it's just another form of abuse and doesn't recognize that people are different and that not all students are the same. This is more true for adolescent learners than adult learners, but that is not to say that adult learners will not have problems.
Originally posted by Becky Rock That would be funny to watch Mark, Jason and Princess dance and not be able to stop.It'd be even better if we knew who was Mark and who was Jason.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2012 11:53
Originally posted by amethystThe artists didn't want us to be fighting over them, so they made them twins.Originally posted by Becky Rock That would be funny to watch Mark, Jason and Princess dance and not be able to stop.It'd be even better if we knew who was Mark and who was Jason.
Did you guys notice that Keyop is still complaining about his speedo? Really, they have to do something about this kid's underwear...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2012 13:09
I just realized... Zark has no blinky mouth lights! No wonder his face looks so blank!
I thought the blank look suited him! Just a pity it doesn't stop him takling
Originally posted by Becky Rock That would be funny to watch Mark, Jason and Princess dance and not be able to stop. Looks like this is going to be another 'Keyop being an andriod helps save the day' episodes.That's my thinking too. Pan-flute music isn't exactly a genre I'd expect to be popular at "Pop Festival" of the future. Makes me wonder if one of this comic's writers was a Zamfir fan. My mother was, back then. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wv3Ya9nskA
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2012 15:40
Zamfir... Zark... notice how similar the names are?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2012 16:04
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Zamfir... Zark... notice how similar the names are?Okay, I'm just thinking out loud a little bit, so please bear with me... Sometime in the past, a scientist at Quanto-Tobor developed a kind of homunculus and named him Zamfir. Since he had no personality (or soul, for that matter) of his own, that scientist took an earlier version of Zark's personality programming and installed it in Zamfir's brain. Oh, the possibilities...
Shudder.
This ia another proof positive the writers and artists weren't BotP fans.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2012 09:19
Well since you're all so thrilled with that one, here's another for you.... and now we can actually tell Mark and Jason apart!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2012 10:38
"Hey, Mavis, howz come that little G-Force kid's helpin' them four folks and ain't doin' nothin' fer nobody else?"
"Ah dunno, Bubba! Just quit doin' the Macarena an' gimme more moonshine!"
Sorry. I kept hearing these two rednecks in the audience, and I couldn't get them to shut up while I was reading. 
LOL! EW!
A few things I saw:
Tiny is never seen, except for his arm grabbing Jason's.
Numbered T's seem to be the rage. In addition to 1 & 3, there's an 11 and a 0 that I saw. No 5, and we don't see Jason's either.
Oops, we do see his once, in the scene with Tiny's arm. How did I miss that when I went to check for Tiny?
You do see the side of Tiny's face in the bottom left panel, but it is hard to spot. I think that's Jason's head directly above!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2012 13:33
Yeah, we definitely didn't see Tiny dancing! Perhaps it's not his forte...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 20 Feb 2012 14:57
This is like one of those games for kids "spot the differences" or something similar! I still can't spot Tiny's face, KT.
Well-spotted for the other numbered tee-shirts, Amethyst!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite "Hey, Mavis, howz come that little G-Force kid's helpin' them four folks and ain't doin' nothin' fer nobody else?" "Ah dunno, Bubba! Just quit doin' the Macarena an' gimme more moonshine!"All of this talk of moonshine and rednecks brings back fond memories of the Dukes of Hazzard...yaaaaa hooooo!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 20 Feb 2012 15:01
And WHY OH WHY is Tiny not piloting the Phoenix AFTER they are rescued????
Took me awhile, too, Daniella. Very bottom, left hand corner. In the corner.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2012 17:20
There's a 7 in there. too. All mimicing G-Force?
I also noticed in the next to last cell, Princess has no breasts.
Originally posted by Becky Rock I also noticed in the next to last cell, Princess has no breasts.I noticed that too! I wondered when she became a boy.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2012 17:43
Maybe the dancing took a lot out of her.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 21 Feb 2012 01:00
Originally posted by amethyst Took me awhile, too, Daniella. Very bottom, left hand corner. In the corner.Got it!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Feb 2012 15:44
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe the dancing took a lot out of her.Remind me not to go to a concert by that pied piper, unless he can take it off the middle..
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Feb 2012 17:09
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe the dancing took a lot out of her.Guess I don't have to worry. . . unless that guy could find some way of making me dance like that!
Originally posted by ChrisW I noticed that too! I wondered when she became a boy.Either that, or she's suddenly become a lot younger.
Originally posted by Daniella T And WHY OH WHY is Tiny not piloting the Phoenix AFTER they are rescued????Maybe he's still dancing? Or Princess' missing breasts have reappeared on him and he's fainted?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Feb 2012 08:24
Yikes!!! LB!!!! I'm trying to get that image out of my head!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Feb 2012 10:03
Originally posted by lborgia88 Or Princess' missing breasts have reappeared on him and he's fainted?And I thought I came up with sick, disturbing images!
Hey, if that "crazy organist" can make everybody dance, who knows what other evil things he can do?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Feb 2012 10:21
Originally posted by lborgia88 Hey, if that "crazy organist" can make everybody dance, who knows what other evil things he can do?Yikes, another creepy thought -- the "crazy organ"!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Feb 2012 10:35
In today's exciting episode, we see a suggestion that the G-Force civvies don't 'transmute', as Mark is seen holding his helmet while in civilian clothes.
Hmm, "Can the G-Force four succeed? See next week!"
Did the writers completely forget now that Tiny even exists, or is this a reference to android-Keyop?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Feb 2012 11:33
Maybe they're trying to make "G-Force Four" the new baker's dozen...
Or maybe the writers got confused with "The Fantastic Four"...
Or maybe they heard someone yell "Fore!" before they all got hit in the head with a golf ball...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Feb 2012 11:34
BTW, what happened to Zoltar's nose?
Originally posted by ElectricWhite BTW, what happened to Zoltar's nose?Perhaps Marks boomerang sliced it off!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Feb 2012 13:52
Maybe Keyop joined up with Zoltar's nose and made a BOTP version of Teen Titans?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 22 Feb 2012 14:06
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Or maybe they heard someone yell "Fore!" before they all got hit in the head with a golf ball...That's my pick! BTW, in the first frame, is that a steering wheel?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 22 Feb 2012 14:07
Originally posted by ElectricWhite BTW, what happened to Zoltar's nose?That's probably where the golf ball went after knocking G-Force off!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Feb 2012 15:48
Yep, they've had that steering wheel in most of the stories so far. Ridiculous, isn't it?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Feb 2012 16:19
All of the above.
The more I look at the coloring, the more I think they did it like it was a coloring book and they only had a few crayons and most of them were pink.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 23 Feb 2012 01:50
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Yep, they've had that steering wheel in most of the stories so far. Ridiculous, isn't it?I guess I was so flabbergasted with the other goofs before, that I didn't notice it
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Feb 2012 11:04
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Yep, they've had that steering wheel in most of the stories so far. Ridiculous, isn't it?What, there's supposed to be something that's not ridiculous?!?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Feb 2012 16:11
Originally posted by ElectricWhite What, there's supposed to be something that's not ridiculous?!?Actually.... NOTHING is *supposed* to be ridiculous. It just IS ridiculous.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Feb 2012 10:39
In today's exciting episode, we discover that Zoltar has matched his soldiers' uniforms to his getaway vehicle!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Feb 2012 11:01
Originally posted by Transmute Jun In today's exciting episode, we discover that Zoltar has matched his soldiers' uniforms to his getaway vehicle!Hey, I'm just impressed that Zoltar's bunch have been able to drive a Gremlin in reverse the whole time!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hey, I'm just impressed that Zoltar's bunch have been able to drive a Gremlin in reverse the whole time!Hey, my uncle worked for AMC in Kenosha and made those. I thought my cousins and I were the only ones to remember that car. It does look like it doesn't it. And not only do the goons match the Gremlin, but so does Zoltar. They all match. Spectrans must be highly coordinated in that manner. I seem to recall a fic out there that had something to do with Spectrans' fashion sense. TJ, was that one of yours?
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 25 Feb 2012 14:35
I'm a bit late to the party....but...all I keep thinking is..
"And now for the latest in Breast Reduction Therapy....DANCAWAY...yes Ladies...no more jiggle when you wiggle!"
it's a disturbing visual image.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Feb 2012 15:42
That's not a Gremlin, that's a Pacer. Gremlins were boxier.
If my uncle were still alive I could email him and ask him which one it is. He'd probably get a kick of it and then question my sanity (though probably not for the first time).
He'd likely tell me the thing would blow up which would make it Pinto.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Feb 2012 16:50
Originally posted by amethyst I seem to recall a fic out there that had something to do with Spectrans' fashion sense. TJ, was that one of yours?I don't recall that at all... I did write a fic once from a goon's POV where they needed a Captain and they selected the guy who fit the mecha-matching uniform...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 13:26
It's Catherine Rees Lays. I have to go look up the title. The team extracts Zoltar's Captain of the Week outfit designer.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 13:29
It's Exrtaction and Extraction Fighter.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 13:31
Originally posted by littlewolf I'm a bit late to the party....but...all I keep thinking is.. "And now for the latest in Breast Reduction Therapy....DANCAWAY...yes Ladies...no more jiggle when you wiggle!" it's a disturbing visual image.I've heard from several women who are extremely well endowed that when they lose weight, they don't lose it on top. That might be their only possibility.
Originally posted by Becky Rock I've heard from several women who are extremely well endowed that when they lose weight, they don't lose it on top. That might be their only possibility.I think it's pretty individual. I have a friend who was massive on top, lost a bunch of weight, and a lot of it came from her chest. Given what the weight of her chest was doing to her body (crazy pulling at muscles) she was incredibly happy.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 15:53
Originally posted by ChrisWThat's the first time I've heard of that ever happening! Each time I've lost weight, I've ended up a bra size bigger!Originally posted by Becky Rock I've heard from several women who are extremely well endowed that when they lose weight, they don't lose it on top. That might be their only possibility.I think it's pretty individual. I have a friend who was massive on top, lost a bunch of weight, and a lot of it came from her chest. Given what the weight of her chest was doing to her body (crazy pulling at muscles) she was incredibly happy.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 15:55
Originally posted by amethyst If my uncle were still alive I could email him and ask him which one it is. He'd probably get a kick of it and then question my sanity (though probably not for the first time). He'd likely tell me the thing would blow up which would make it Pinto.Just think : if it were a Pinto, it would probably be Spectra's first truly effective weapon!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 17:36
We had a flesh colored Pinto when I was a kid. Once we heard about the fires, one of my brothers said we'd just blend right into the color if it ever happened. Sicko.
Ewww...we had a red Pinto...I can't even think about us blending into that color!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Feb 2012 08:38
In today's episode, Jason's flesh-=colored boots blend into the Pintos...
They're still the G-force four... at least they are consistantly getting it wrong!!!
And why didn't they wait for Keyop to join the pyramid?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Feb 2012 09:56
Keyop's just too slow... I guess that's why he doesn't count!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2012 10:00
Originally posted by KT1972 And why didn't they wait for Keyop to join the pyramid?It's discrimination, I tell ya! We need to stand up for the rights of Android Americans! No justice, no peace!
(unless it includes Zark, I'll make an exception for him!!)
Originally posted by KT1972If they are making distinctions between robots and androids, then there's no need. He already is an exception.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2012 11:04
Originally posted by amethystYeah, when I think "android", I'm usually thinking in the strictly "artificial being that resembles a human being" definition. If there's a human being out there who resembles Zark . . . oh, how I pity the poor thing!Originally posted by KT1972If they are making distinctions between robots and androids, then there's no need. He already is an exception.
you never know what the writers of this comic were thinking when they wrote these stories... they make the rules up as they go along it seems!
Originally posted by KT1972 you never know what the writers of this comic were thinking when they wrote these stories... they make the rules up as they go along it seems!Well, that is true, too. Somehow, I just hate the idea of any of the team being put in the same class of being as Zark.
Just imagine if they had Gatch II or fighter then... what would they have done with Joe being cyborg?
On second thoughts I'd rather not!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2012 11:38
Originally posted by amethyst Somehow, I just hate the idea of any of the team being put in the same class of being as Zark.Great, now I have to start guzzling Pepto Bismol...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Feb 2012 12:07
Originally posted by ElectricWhite If there's a human being out there who resembles Zark . . . oh, how I pity the poor thing!
Laugh giggle snicker snort! That is too funny, no wonder I've never liked that actor. Grin! Great stuff TJ!
Well, now we know who to cast as the voice actor if they ever remake BotP. And he can do a live action version as well.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Feb 2012 13:54
I don't know... while he may bear some resemblance to Zark, I don't see the voice thing... Anthony Daniels would be more my suggestion for voiceover....
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2012 17:24
Originally posted by KT1972 Just imagine if they had Gatch II or fighter then... what would they have done with Joe being cyborg? On second thoughts I'd rather not!!They'd have given Joe Keyop's android face.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2012 18:17
Originally posted by Becky RockNow I'm not going to be able to sleep for at least a week!Originally posted by KT1972 Just imagine if they had Gatch II or fighter then... what would they have done with Joe being cyborg? On second thoughts I'd rather not!!They'd have given Joe Keyop's android face.
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI'd think they'd have more than a few pissed off Condor fans on their hands.Originally posted by Becky RockNow I'm not going to be able to sleep for at least a week!Originally posted by KT1972 Just imagine if they had Gatch II or fighter then... what would they have done with Joe being cyborg? On second thoughts I'd rather not!!They'd have given Joe Keyop's android face.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Feb 2012 19:21
Originally posted by amethyst I'd think they'd have more than a few pissed off Condor fans on their hands.But the did it to Keyop! Where are the pissed off Keyop fans????
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Feb 2012 07:05
Originally posted by Transmute JunThey got tossed into a trashcan and left on the curb by all the rampaging Condor fans!Originally posted by amethyst I'd think they'd have more than a few pissed off Condor fans on their hands.But the did it to Keyop! Where are the pissed off Keyop fans????
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteWell, I don't know that we'd go that far; likely just shoved them out of the way and left them stunned. Now, if they tried to block us, then yes, they're on their way to the dump.Originally posted by Transmute JunThey got tossed into a trashcan and left on the curb by all the rampaging Condor fans!Originally posted by amethyst I'd think they'd have more than a few pissed off Condor fans on their hands.But the did it to Keyop! Where are the pissed off Keyop fans????
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Feb 2012 13:37
I guess we now know why Keyop stutters... he's too scared of the Condor fans!
TheSolarSailor
Junior Member
posted 28 Feb 2012 16:28
Originally posted by Transmute Jun In today's episode, Jason's flesh-=colored boots blend into the Pintos...So is it just me, or did they just refer to Keyop as a Speedo!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Feb 2012 16:31
Yep, they're all using the 'Speedo' term now! I wonder if they're all just into really tight swimsuits...
TheSolarSailor
Junior Member
posted 28 Feb 2012 16:32
Originally posted by Transmute Jun In today's exciting episode, we see a suggestion that the G-Force civvies don't 'transmute', as Mark is seen holding his helmet while in civilian clothes.They weren't even being original here...it was the same plan as Murder Music from the series. Ugh, I have never liked episodes where the music brainwashes, kills, programs...or destroys buildings!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Feb 2012 16:41
But it's flute music.... Zamfir... totally different from the Dirty Name 5!!!!
I am beginning to wonder if a certain swimwear company wasn't bribing the writers...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 29 Feb 2012 08:08
Originally posted by lborgia88 I am beginning to wonder if a certain swimwear company wasn't bribing the writers...A very early form of product placement? Or does "speedo" mean anything else in some vague english dialect???
I can only assume they mean quickly, or hurry or something similar, more likely trying to start a new trend! It just seems a bit odd having product placement without actually showing the product itself!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Feb 2012 08:24
I agree, it's likely not a product placement but a lame attempt at creating new slang.
I don't think that "Great galaxies!" or "Thank the galaxies!" were any more successful!
Did find another "speedo"...
Did find another "speedo"...
Originally posted by KT1972 It just seems a bit odd having product placement without actually showing the product itself!It just makes me think of the movie Rosemary's Baby; we go through the entire film without ever seeing the kid! ...Or Waiting for Godot, when the guy never shows up.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Feb 2012 16:01
And now we see Zoltar's latest weapon... the Z-Ray!!!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Feb 2012 16:10
I fnally figurd out who the goons look like. A comic book villian. I don't think it was the original Mr. Freeze from Batman, but maybe a Teens Titan villian. Will have to go look.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Feb 2012 19:54
Well, who knew those Spectrans had been Boy Scouts? They came prepared with a second transport! (So, did they have it hidden in their back pocket until needed?) 
Why do I have the feeling that Keyop, by being left behind, is going to end up saving the day -again?
EW, ITA
Unusually well prepared this time eh!! Almost like they knew G-Force would turn up to stop them!!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 1 Mar 2012 00:39
Originally posted by KT1972Practice makes perfect! After 525.000 attempts to attack the Earth, they realised G-Force would be there...I guess better late then never!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 1 Mar 2012 00:40
Originally posted by Daniella T A very early form of product placement? Or does "speedo" mean anything else in some vague english dialect???I'm joking, I'm joking!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Mar 2012 06:30
Originally posted by lborgia88 Why do I have the feeling that Keyop, by being left behind, is going to end up saving the day -again?Um... because he is?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 1 Mar 2012 07:09
What was the name of that episode again? "Keyop does it all"?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Mar 2012 11:09
Originally posted by Daniella T What was the name of that episode again? "Keyop does it all"?That sound like an appropriate name for this series! Who needs the other four?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 1 Mar 2012 11:12
Serves us right, us Condor fans
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Mar 2012 11:15
Originally posted by Daniella T Serves us right, us Condor fansYeah, serves all the Condor and Eagle fans right! Those Birdies will just end up with so much spare time on their hands...
(Are you getting the hint, people?!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Mar 2012 12:17
You never know, maybe the others will be come more prominent in later comics...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun You never know, maybe the others will be come more prominent in later comics...says TJ, the one with all the comics!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Mar 2012 12:26
*Sigh!* Here I was, hoping to get a fun little conversation going with the more rabid fans...but, no! TJ just had to shoot me down again!
... I'm going back to my corner to sulk. Thanks a lot... 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Mar 2012 15:32
Um... huh? I don't get it? Shot you down?
I don't even have a gun! I'm not a Condor! Just me and a little yo-yo... Or wait, am I the one who's a yo-yo? I keep forgetting...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Mar 2012 15:50
Although not BotP, I remember a quip from Joe to Ken somewhere about the fact Ken had a name, Gatchaman, and the rest of them were his posse (paraphrase). you could use that here: Keyop and the G-Force Four!
Originally posted by Becky Rock Keyop and the G-Force Four!Yay, that'll work!!!
Originally posted by Becky Rock Although not BotP, I remember a quip from Joe to Ken somewhere about the fact Ken had a name, Gatchaman, and the rest of them were his posse (paraphrase). you could use that here: Keyop and the G-Force Four!LOL if you remember where that occurred let us know ...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Mar 2012 16:35
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Um... huh? I don't get it? Shot you down? I don't even have a gun! I'm not a Condor! Just me and a little yo-yo... Or wait, am I the one who's a yo-yo? I keep forgetting...... she says while launching rockets from her bike... ...I can't believe nobody else has considered the possibilities that come from the Eagle or Condor not running off every few minutes to slap down Spectra...
...I'm going back to my grubby, cobweb-coated corner, muttering and feeling miserable...
Originally posted by ElectricWhite ...I can't believe nobody else has considered the possibilities that come from the Eagle or Condor not running off every few minutes to slap down Spectra...Oh I'm with ya EW ... at least, my brain certainly keeps wanting to go in a particular direction. *grin*
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI'll join you, I've been there since Tuesday.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Mar 2012 18:37
We can have a party and get all of us up and running.
The fic was one after Joe had returned to the team. The chips used to stop his brain daamage went haywire and he ended up trying to kill Nambu. Once he realized what he'd done, he tried to slit his wrists, but Ken found him.
No idea of the name or author at the moment.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Mar 2012 02:54
Originally posted by ElectricWhite [ ...I can't believe nobody else has considered the possibilities that come from the Eagle or Condor not running off every few minutes to slap down Spectra...
The could happily pose for pictures to be then sold on e-bay...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Mar 2012 16:55
Zoltar escapes! Fortunately, he's not wearing a Speedo.
Don't they all look a bit cramped in that tiny car they've found!!!!
Originally posted by KT1972 Don't they all look a bit cramped in that tiny car they've found!!!!You mean you've never done a car cram?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Mar 2012 19:12
That brings back memories. Nothing like being groped and unable to do anything about it because you're pinned. But I got him once we got back out.
Looks like Keyop took a spill. but he seems to be okay.
Originally posted by amethystNot with just 4 occupants, no!Originally posted by KT1972 Don't they all look a bit cramped in that tiny car they've found!!!!You mean you've never done a car cram?
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2012 07:02
Get a tiny Fiat. Then you can do a car cram with 4 people.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Mar 2012 10:24
When I was a teenager, we used to play a game called something like 'tiny taxi'. We'd be driving somewhere with a bunch of us in the car, and at the stoplight we'd all get out and switch places. The more people in the car, the more fun it was. Even the drivers might switch!
See the crazy things ou do when you're 16? Which, IIRC, is about the age of the G-Forcers... (16-18, plus Keyop).
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2012 11:44
We called that a Chinese Firedrill. I have no idea where that name came from. No one was allowed to stay in the same seat and there was no planning ahead.
But that was also before bucket seats and seat belts became the norm, where you had an old tank and got ten people in it.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2012 13:30
Originally posted by KT1972 Don't they all look a bit cramped in that tiny car they've found!!!!Let me guess -- since it was a Spectran vehicle, you thought it would be just like a clown car! (A reasonable assumption, I'd say!)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2012 13:32
Originally posted by Becky Rock We called that a Chinese Firedrill. I have no idea where that name came from. No one was allowed to stay in the same seat and there was no planning ahead. But that was also before bucket seats and seat belts became the norm, where you had an old tank and got ten people in it.It's still a Chinese Firedrill, and some folks think it's even more fun with the bucket seats and seat belts! (I haven't heard yet if it's much fun in a Smart Car...)
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOriginally posted by KT1972 Don't they all look a bit cramped in that tiny car they've found!!!!Let me guess -- since it was a Spectran vehicle, you thought it would be just like a clown car! (A reasonable assumption, I'd say!)
you mean iit wasn't?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2012 13:36
Originally posted by KT1972Hmm...you might have a point, there! Since G-Force isn't a bunch of clowns...Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOriginally posted by KT1972 Don't they all look a bit cramped in that tiny car they've found!!!!Let me guess -- since it was a Spectran vehicle, you thought it would be just like a clown car! (A reasonable assumption, I'd say!)
Originally posted by amethystI never have -or a "chinese firedrill." Did have a friend who was sometimes allowed to use an old Volkwagen Rabbit his parents had -and the front passenger-side door was permanently locked and didn't open. Getting in and out involved using the driver side door and clambering over.Originally posted by KT1972 Don't they all look a bit cramped in that tiny car they've found!!!!You mean you've never done a car cram?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2012 15:56
Heaven forbid they had to get out of the car fast.
Very true -probably explains why his parents rarely let him drive it. Now that I think about it, that car's speedometer didn't work either -you had to sort of guess how fast you were going. In Nova Scotia, though, annual renewal of a car's registration requires that it be inspected and this car would never have passed. I can't recall exactly -this was when I was in high school- but I think his parents got rid of the car rather than pay to get it repaired.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Mar 2012 06:01
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hmm...you might have a point, there! Since G-Force isn't a bunch of clowns...She said, with her tongue firmly lodged in her cheek...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Mar 2012 06:03
I dont' know about you all, but, me personally, I've never seen the word "gooferoo" before...or beforooo, to keep up with G-force lingo... 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Mar 2012 07:25
More wonderful G-Force lingo today as we discover the source of those tornadoes we have been seeing in the midwest....
So what is the Super-power sequence then?
and has 1-Rover-1 had a makeover or something?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Mar 2012 10:07
Originally posted by KT1972 So what is the Super-power sequence then? and has 1-Rover-1 had a makeover or something?I think the Super-power sequence is a typo for Stupid-power. And they switched out the real 1-Rover-1 for a Transformer that will turn into an immense mechanical bull when nobody expects it and will chase Zark all around the control room until our favorite
robot's gored to bits!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Mar 2012 10:24
Originally posted by KT1972Oh, I don't know...the voices in my head won't reveal their sources!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Mar 2012 12:41
Howling planets! You guys have some great ideas!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 6 Mar 2012 08:34
And to quote Zark, "I'm with you, gang!"
Zark's definitely trying to be cool, little does he know that it won't do him any good...
To me, Rover looks like he's been sunburnt -- I get this colour after a couple of days on the beach. Perhaps he sneaked off when Zark was having "a well-deserved ten-second oil-break" and took a walk on the island on top of Centre Neptune and forgot the sunblock.
And howling planets does sound better than "speedo"...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Mar 2012 15:23
Howling planets sounds like somehting Robin would say to Batman.
They said tornados was Zoltar's favorite way of ducking the security systems. Then why don't they expect it?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Mar 2012 17:47
Originally posted by Becky RockThey said tornados was Zoltar's favorite way of ducking the security systems. Then why don't they expect it?What?!? You honestly expect them to suddenly use logic and reasonable thinking??? What cave have you been hiding in all this time?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Mar 2012 07:26
Maybe they expect it but can't exactly predict it? Kind of like earthquakes in California...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 7 Mar 2012 11:57
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe they expect it but can't exactly predict it? Kind of like earthquakes in California...Tsk, tsk, TJ...are we trying to be rational here? May I refer you to EW's post just above?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Mar 2012 12:18
Well today we get to find out what the 'super power sequence' is...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Mar 2012 12:51
Tiny's shooting?!? 
Isn't that kind of, like, sacrilegious? What happened to Jason?
Isn't that kind of, like, sacrilegious? What happened to Jason?
Holy Mackerel... can they get anything more wrong? find out in next weeks action-packed episode.....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Mar 2012 13:12
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Tiny's shooting?!?Well obviously Tiny's shooting! That's why they missed!
Clearly Jason is indisposed at the moment. Also, notice Princess didn't answer the question she was asked (about what kind of craft it was) ?
Jason was visiting the color artist, trying to get his uniform the correct colors.
The first panel on that page. Did the phoenix just hit its head pretty hard against some random blue wall?
Also - a tornado meant for ducking the security system? Ducking? As in: 'To lower the head or body in order to prevent it from being struck by something', as quoted from wiktionary? How does that even work with a tornado? 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Mar 2012 17:42
I didn't take it that far apart. It could be they didn't have a full understanding of the English language.
Oh yeah. Speedo. I forgot. Silly me. Plus, there's the whole devilment/devilry/devilwhatever thing they have going on there.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Mar 2012 10:25
Originally posted by Becky Rock I didn't take it that far apart. It could be they didn't have a full understanding of the English language.Perhaps. But then, this was written by English writers... from the country for whom the language was named...
But then, this was written by English writers... from the country for whom the language was named...That might be true, but during my time in the UK I've seen some Brits write charming little words such as 'emediately' or 'leak soup'.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Mar 2012 13:16
Having been to England a few times, I found there was a definite difference in our languages. Some signs had us scratching our heads. It culd just have been some confusion on how we use certain words.
Though there are many cultural differences, I don't think they can be used as an excuse for the awkward wording used in this comic. Maybe it's a question of age rather than dialect. Or half-assed writing. I mean, what kind of superhero says "Start our super-power sequence."?
(Though then again, the more often I read "My doomdrill will defy all!", the harder I'm thinking about possible applications of this sentence IRL. I just hope no one will ever use it in any 18+ fics, because that would be just... discombobulating. I'm starting to feel dirty just for writing this. T_T)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Mar 2012 16:02
I forgot about the doomdrill.
It could be from some low budget porn film, for all we know.
It could be from some low budget porn film, for all we know.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Mar 2012 16:23
I can just see the story now... a mad scientist has a pretty young thing strapped to a table. As she's screaming her pretty little head off, he lets out an evil laugh and says, "You think you have a reason to be frightened now. Just wait until I whip out my doomdrill and activate its superpower sequence !"
*sigh* Thanks a lot, EW. I just remembered that part from ep. 28, when Dr. Nambu strapped Jun to the table and zapped her and she kept writhing in pain and moaning and stuff.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Mar 2012 16:49
Originally posted by Victoria *sigh* Thanks a lot, EW. I just remembered that part from ep. 28, when Dr. Nambu strapped Jun to the table and zapped her and she kept writhing in pain and moaning and stuff.Oh dear... I was thinking back to the era of "pulp" science fiction (or the "Golden Age", as some would have it) when there always seemed to be a mad scientist strapping a pretty young thing to a table while the hero fights his way across the galaxy to save her... nothing Gatch came to my mind!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Oh dear... I was thinking back to the era of "pulp" science fiction (or the "Golden Age", as some would have it) when there always seemed to be a mad scientist strapping a pretty young thing to a table while the hero fights his way across the galaxy to save her... nothing Gatch came to my mind!And long-moustachioed men before them tying women to railroad tracks ...
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 11 Mar 2012 17:52
He paced back and forth with maniac purpose.
Occasionaly turning abruptly to flick back is long black coat and thow back his head to laugh with glee.
He twisted and turned his waxed mustaches as he pondered his next move.
Suddenly crying out loud "Eureka" he strode purposly towards the buxom woman tied to the table.
"You cries cannot be heard hear My pretty, ..no one will save you... your so called hero is dead...dead by my hands...my hands alone.....for to long that medalsome fool has got in my way...BUT no more (enter maniac laughter and dramatic gesture)... no more, he fell like all others will under my Subatomic, Partical Avisorating Ray of Doom
But you..you alone I will save..you alone will stand by my side and the world will bow down to me..Doctor Evisorator..."
Upon the table the Buxom woman, cried forth, her please of "no no please not this" were muffled by the lavender gag he had placed in her mouth
She struggled in vain upon the ropes that bound her, (silk off course for Dr Evisorator did not want to mare her perfect skin, but off course as he was mad, he would kill her and find another if she did not bend to his mighty power)
His further maniac laughter was cut short as alarms began to sound in his "Oh so secret hideout"
Upon the table the Buxom woman, though her muffles lavender gag called out "my hero"
and yes it was so, for high ubove their head stood the Hero, posed strong and proud, legs spread out hands upon his hip stricking the universal pose for all superheros
and the hero doing is best Dudley Do-right impersonation (with dramatic music for heros playing in the back ground) said "I have come to save the day, and you (he points to evil mania) will pay for you crimes and one again the earth will be saved, birds will sing, children will play and evil will be vanquished from the streets again"
and as he does this heroic speech (genetically ingrain in all superheros) Dr Evisorator escapes to cause havic for another day.
The Buxom woman tied to the table is again left frustrated, as we all know, for the hero like many before him, is dramatic and imposing, but has the sex drive of a dead fish, yet she will always love him and pine for him, but secretly wish he'd get his shit together and just though her on the table and have his way with her.
Alas it will never happen.
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 11 Mar 2012 18:01
I'm choosing to blame that piece on those annoying pre-recorded voice you get with certain companys
"for this press 2, for this press 8' when all I want to do is speak to a real person, change some details and go on to the next phone call, not press heaps of buttons
a 5 minute job turns into 15minutes of frustration and wait
so my muse took me elseware
I know its bad, but it save a little bit more of my sanity
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Mar 2012 19:11
Evil. You're all evil - and I love every second of it.
The perfect way to start Monday morning.... thanks LW
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Mar 2012 07:13
LW, if I ever write a space opera, could I use that wonderful little bit of yours?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Mar 2012 08:42
And since we're all so interested in Zoltar's doomdrill... (it's actually called the 'Gimlet' and no, I'm not kidding) let's look at the next exciting segment...
does the Phoenix really have stairs coming out it's side like it shows us in the first panel?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Mar 2012 11:04
Originally posted by KT1972 does the Phoenix really have stairs coming out it's side like it shows us in the first panel?Not that I've ever seen... or drawn, for that matter... (The Phoenix was one of the few things I could draw! Made me really popular with the boys in my class!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Mar 2012 17:19
I suppose it might have those stairs... just because we haven't seen them before doesn't mean they're not there...
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 12 Mar 2012 21:51
looks al little to close to the ground, were are the landing gears?
and is that a Delorean with the drivers door missing?
Ew have at it.
Just don't expect me to wait-on-hold to write more, if I had had my own "red button" and a guidance system there would have been havic just to keep from screaming.
remind me of an old album
called Dave Clarks's "Time The Album"
recorded Abby Road 1986, It's got Stevie Wonder, Freddie Mercury, Julian Lennon, Dionne Warwick
interesting "Space Opera" like feel, only got an old tape of it so, have to check youtube, not bad to listen to depending on your mood
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 12 Mar 2012 22:30
Gatchaman the space opera crossed with Starship Troopers the movie "do you want to know more?"
Oh heavens that would be so bad it would be good!!!
"do you want to know more?"
Oh heavens that would be so bad it would be good!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2012 06:18
I can't picture that, LW. They're just so very different.
The Phoenix has to have some kind of lower ramp for loading supplies. I can't see them using the bubble all the time. I've always included one in my fics.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2012 14:04
They had one for the prison break episode.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Mar 2012 08:39
Ooh, good catch, UW! I had forgotten about that!
In today's installment, will Zoltar become a TV star????
Well you'd have thought he would have remembered to put on his lippy before going On Air!
And is that Jason or Keyop not saying anything in the fourth panel? At least they've remembered they are a team of FIVE this time!
That gimlet thing must be incredibly manoeverable, if it can enter the building horisontally, yet still come up through the floor!
That gimlet thing must be incredibly manoeverable, if it can enter the building horisontally, yet still come up through the floor!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Mar 2012 09:51
Originally posted by KT1972 Well you'd have thought he would have remembered to put on his lippy before going On Air!Yeah, Zoltar really ought to fire his makeup artists!
Originally posted by KT1972That gimlet thing must be incredibly manoeverable, if it can enter the building horisontally, yet still come up through the floor!Well, since Zoltar's a worm of a man, why wouldn't he have a worm-machine?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Mar 2012 10:28
I'd think the Phoenix would be too heavy to land on a building's roof. And "Great star trails?" More Robin/Batman like comments.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Mar 2012 12:38
I think the 'empty bubble' is due to a bad scan, rather than an artist's mistake.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Mar 2012 17:15
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I think the 'empty bubble' is due to a bad scan, rather than an artist's mistake.So, I take it that, no matter what, a bubblehead was involved somewhere?
In my mind, a "gimlet" is a drink with gin and lime. Guess everyone would be safer if I were writing this comic!
I think many of us would wish you were LB! It would be much more accurate for starters!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Mar 2012 06:57
Spectra attacks... with ALCOHOL???? Oh, the horror!!!! 
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Mar 2012 09:44
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Spectra attacks... with ALCOHOL???? Oh, the horror!!!!It would make things more difficult for G-Force -- they'd be carded every time they had to go into battle!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Mar 2012 15:47
A gimlet is a type of small, hand-operated tool for boring holes.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Mar 2012 16:59
That fits, then.
And maybe if one drinks enough gimlets-the-gin-cocktail, the next morning you'll feel like holes have been bored in your head?
Today, we see a continuation of the 'Keyop saves the day' trend. Sheesh! I don't have anything against the little guy, but what are the others, chopped liver?
Can I have an android please? It seems there is nothing they can't do - even see through thick smoke!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Mar 2012 12:53
Except, I want my android to look like Mark or Jason.... and be 'fully functional'....
with additional 'vibration' options I presume
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Mar 2012 15:53
TJ, KT - Down girls!
They better be good at massage too!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Mar 2012 16:45
Hey, I want more than just a piece! Gimme the whole damn cake!! 
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Mar 2012 16:55
(Lets out a frustrated roar sounding something like a Viking Beserker...)
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 19 Mar 2012 22:49
And behold The great Valkyrie Electric of White has riden forth upon her mighty stead, to claim the finest of warriors.
Scattering all that stand in her way, with her piercing cries of battle and her valiant and mighties of weapons
She will selecteth only the most imposing and endurable of warrior and throw them across her stead and ride forth to her great hall
Upon which she will attend to them with mead and fresh meat and lay entwind with them upon her leisure
As Quoted in Wolfapedia 2012
Disclaimer - notes given and found in Wolfapedia, may or may not be correct at time of publishing, any disubutes will not be entered into by third partyies if they do not agree.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Mar 2012 06:18
Originally posted by Becky Rock TJ, KT - Down girls! They better be good at massage too!Down girls? Down girls? Well isn't that the pot calling the kettle black????
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Mar 2012 10:34
I never thought I'd get LW to wax poetic about me!
Oh yeah, TJ! See, Jason learned all about massage in my fic Calm and now he's been practicing.
LW, your prose are so much fun to read!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Mar 2012 19:52
Dare I ask upon whose back Jason has been practicing his massage?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 21 Mar 2012 02:00
Oh my goodness LW! 
This could be the beginning of a new epic!
BTW, I loooove your Wolfapedia!
This could be the beginning of a new epic!
BTW, I loooove your Wolfapedia!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 21 Mar 2012 04:13
Thanks all
Alas, what EW does "upon her leisure" is for her to voice and for the rest of use to speculate upon.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 21 Mar 2012 08:03
Originally posted by littlewolf Thanks all Alas, what EW does "upon her leisure" is for her to voice and for the rest of use to speculate upon.And this, boys and girls, is the point where the poeky stick comes out
(just one poke this time, I'm being gentle!)
(the poke goes to EW)
(but maybe also to LW for some more Wolfapedia entries)
Hmmm, maybe a carrot might be a better option.....
couldn't find any carrots, will this do? 
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Mar 2012 09:59
Originally posted by KT1972 Hmmm, maybe a carrot might be a better option..... couldn't find any carrots, will this do?Dear oh dear! Between these enticements and threatened pokes from DT... Is it any wonder my mind's been going more toward the
?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Mar 2012 13:59
Okay, back on topic! Today, Keyop continues to be the one saving the team. Meanwhile, Keyop's and Tiny's visors have disappeared...
When did the Phoenix get more engines? And I still can't get used to Zoltar without his lipstick, but I guess they couldn't have the kiddies confused by it.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 22 Mar 2012 01:44
Originally posted by Becky Rock And I still can't get used to Zoktar without his lipstick, but I guess they couldn't have the kiddies confused by it.
But they could get them confused with everything else!
Interesting that one of the Spectrans with Zoltar is referred to as a "goon." Those guys just can't escape that label!
Heh! guess I'm so used to seeing them referred to that way, I just don't notice it anymore!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 22 Mar 2012 06:36
Me too! Is that a fanfic term then? Not used in the show? Now I have to go back and watch BoTP all afternoon to be sure -- grin -- !
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Mar 2012 10:22
Originally posted by lborgia88 Interesting that one of the Spectrans with Zoltar is referred to as a "goon." Those guys just can't escape that label!Didn't you know? That's how they were listed in the mail-order catalog: ITEM: #97531 Spectra Goon, Basic Model COLOR: Green INTELLIGENCE: Low, Really Low
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Mar 2012 12:50
It's only the regular orders from Spectra that is keeping the firm in business!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Mar 2012 16:10
I've always thought that most of those Spectran goons are clones... with a LOT of replicative fading...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Mar 2012 13:54
Today, Keyop's visor is still missing, and now Jason's is gone too! Plus, for a leader of another planet, Zoltar seems well-versed in ancient Earth religious stories...
Can they really expect a net to blunt a drill? doesn't seem possible to me!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Mar 2012 14:56
Oh, but this is the super G-Net!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Mar 2012 17:36
Blunt it? Couldn't they come up with something better? And submarine capabilities? Their audience must have been 6 years old.
Maybe the ISO stole the secrets of the Whisker (TM) to build that net.
Originally posted by Becky Rock Their audience must have been 6 years old.
Originally posted by KT1972 yep,they probably were!!Hey, that's insulting to 6-year-olds worldwide!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 25 Mar 2012 01:02
"And now Jason is gone too?"
Don't want to read this installment! 
But I guess I will anyway, got this urge to punish myself!
But I guess I will anyway, got this urge to punish myself!
sorry EW, don't intend to offend..... find one and I'll apologize in person ok?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Mar 2012 09:14
Originally posted by Daniella T "And now Jason is gone too?Jason's is gone! His visor, that is. Jason is still there. For the moment.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Mar 2012 09:40
We would all cry if Jason was gone.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 26 Mar 2012 00:35
Originally posted by Transmute JunOoooof! OK! Will read it nowOriginally posted by Daniella T "And now Jason is gone too?Jason's is gone! His visor, that is. Jason is still there. For the moment.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Mar 2012 10:25
Today, we can't see visors, but we get to see if the net works...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Mar 2012 10:33
"URRRRRRR?"
Sounds like somebody's tummy was really grumbling!
Well credit where credit's due... I suppose the firebird looks like a bird thats on fire......
I hope the team were strapped in when they did the victory roll!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Mar 2012 10:40
Yep, maybe this version of the Phoenix has seatbelts!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Mar 2012 16:57
And motion sickness bags.
Today we start a new story. We come across a strange scene of Mark driving Keyop's dune buggy while Jason rides in the back. Huh?
Seems Tiny can remove his visor to eat, unless he never had one to start with.
At least the rest of them seem to be having a good time, wouldn't mind joining them!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Mar 2012 09:24
Good point, KT! His visor is gone when he's eating! Maybe it just retracts up into the helmet, the same way the dome on top of the Phoenix retracts into the ship?
Am I the only one who's bothered by the way that "small meteorite" was blown off by Center Neptune? That thing still looked big enough to seriously smack the daylights out of a city, even if Zoltar's gang of idiots weren't inside!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Mar 2012 11:47
This "fantastic five" reminds me of the Enid Blyton books I read as a child, "The secret seven", "The famous five", etc.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Mar 2012 12:10
Originally posted by Daniella T This "fantastic five" reminds me of the Enid Blyton books I read as a child, "The secret seven", "The famous five", etc.Hey, I wonder if Marvel Comics is aware of this attempted "Fantastic Four" rip-off...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Mar 2012 12:37
Hey, if Zark says the meteorite is nothing to worry about, then it's nothing to worry about! He's infaillible, you know!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Mar 2012 12:42
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Hey, if Zark says the meteorite is nothing to worry about, then it's nothing to worry about! He's infaillible, you know!
Oh how silly of me!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Mar 2012 14:39
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteDon't let your passion for Zark blind you to all his other incredible and fabulous powers, EW! It's not fair!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Hey, if Zark says the meteorite is nothing to worry about, then it's nothing to worry about! He's infaillible, you know!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Mar 2012 17:08
First, why wasn't Jason driving the dune buggy?
Second, what were they thinking with that rendition of the Luminous One? I don't even want to say what I thought it looked like.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Mar 2012 17:30
Originally posted by Daniella TI can always count on you to keep me honest, DT! My judgement has always been clouded by the sheer lust I feel toward that big, electronic cockroach!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteDon't let your passion for Zark blind you to all his other incredible and fabulous powers, EW! It's not fair!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Hey, if Zark says the meteorite is nothing to worry about, then it's nothing to worry about! He's infaillible, you know!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Mar 2012 17:33
Originally posted by Becky Rock First, why wasn't Jason driving the dune buggy? Second, what were they thinking with that rendition of the Luminous One? I don't even want to say what I thought it looked like.I believe I know what the problem is, Becky: you're thinking! You simply can't do that with this piece of work!!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 29 Mar 2012 01:00
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI had a quick look at the Luminous One just after reading Becky's post, and I went AAAAARRRRGGHHHH!Originally posted by Becky Rock First, why wasn't Jason driving the dune buggy? Second, what were they thinking with that rendition of the Luminous One? I don't even want to say what I thought it looked like.I believe I know what the problem is, Becky: you're thinking! You simply can't do that with this piece of work!!!
Originally posted by Becky Rock Second, what were they thinking with that rendition of the Luminous One? I don't even want to say what I thought it looked like.I know exactly what you were picturing. I had the same awful thought. There isn't enough bleach to scrub that thought out ...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Mar 2012 07:37
Becky, I never would have thought of that!!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Mar 2012 16:46
But you just thought of it!
My other thought was it looks like scarred flesh, which isn't any better.
Will someone please give Jason back his lighter hair?
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Mar 2012 16:11
Originally posted by Becky Rock But you just thought of it! My other thought was it looks like scarred flesh, which isn't any better. Will someone please give Jason back his lighter hair?If you and I shared the same thought, I'd say scarred flesh was better.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Mar 2012 08:59
We need to have the Blue Chicken back.
I never thought I'd ever see anyone post that!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Mar 2012 09:27
Oh come in, the blue chicken wasn't that bad! I never thought so! And when compared with Zark, he was MUCH, much better!!!!!!
Plus, the blue chicken is my favorite visual incarnation of X/Z.
I know, but when you spend 105 eps of the program wanting him destroyed, to see someone wanting him back really does seem a bit wierd
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Mar 2012 10:11
Visually back. It would also give us more to make fun of.
I do agree the Gatch I version was the best rendition.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Mar 2012 11:39
Originally posted by Becky Rock It would also give us more to make fun of.Yeah. The later incarnations wouldn't inspire any stories of a special ISO task force to eliminate Sosai lead by Col. Sanders!
This discussion makes me think of something I saw on Facebook...
Teeheeheehee...
Teeheeheehee...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Mar 2012 16:07
It could be a helium balloon.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Apr 2012 08:26
That's too funny, Springie!!!
Okay, now we see why Mark is driving... so he can look incompetent!
And Zoltar knows who G-Force is in civilian form? Yikes?
I'll bet Jason wished he was strapped in now!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Apr 2012 15:37
Or he's just wishing he was at the wheel...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Apr 2012 15:53
I bet Jason wished he was driving now. He could have handled the ice, no doubt. Gonna need that implant enhanced healing fast.
I guess Zoltar figured out the numbered shirts.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Apr 2012 16:36
Or maybe he just read the last few pages! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Apr 2012 06:19
I think Zoltar is listening in to Zark's communications...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Apr 2012 15:54
Or Zark is broadcasting to him.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Apr 2012 16:19
Originally posted by Becky Rock Or Zark is broadcasting to him."And you're listening to RadioZark -- broadcasting 24/7 live from Center Neptune! Here's a special shout out to all the green goons of the galaxy..."
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Apr 2012 07:35
Except... if it's a radio broadcast... it really should be in Mark's voice.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Apr 2012 11:12
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Except... if it's a radio broadcast... it really should be in Mark's voice.Touche! Though I'm not sure how well "Spectra's Top 10 Countdown" would do....
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 4 Apr 2012 11:37
Product placement coming up!
Remember that Fic for a Pic installment where Zoltar was complaining that there's no Spectran fan base? Now they can call in to the Spectra top 10 and express their affection!
Remember that Fic for a Pic installment where Zoltar was complaining that there's no Spectran fan base? Now they can call in to the Spectra top 10 and express their affection!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Apr 2012 11:46
I can just imagine it now...
We hear a caller with a shaky voice. "Um... I just wanna say that Zoltar rocks..."
And then we hear, "Fool! You didn't say it with enough feeling !" And then the gunshot.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Apr 2012 13:46
There could be polls to see who is more popular... Zoltar or Mala!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Apr 2012 13:49
Today we learn that G-Force can do the Whirlwind Pyramid in their civvies!
Keyop wasn't in the car with them, so how could he catch up to them so quickly?
Oh, and it's not a whirlwind this time, it's a propellor! Who'd have thought it eh!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Apr 2012 15:22
He slid over on the ice, of course!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Apr 2012 17:19
Keyop is an android! He can do anything!
I wonder why Zoltar didn't try to finish them off when they were flying out of the car?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Apr 2012 18:05
That would have ended the comic strip!
For some reason I'm cracking up at the "Ahhh! Ice!" guy!
I mean, at least it melts into harmless water -as evil schemes go, this isn't Zoltar's worst.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Apr 2012 06:14
But... think of all the coffee going cold! The warm weather plants and animals whose habitat is disturbed! The potential for slipping!
Ice! Aaaaah!!!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Apr 2012 07:01
Originally posted by Transmute Jun But... think of all the coffee going cold!The potential for slipping!...All the chicks in thong bikinis getting goose bumps! All the gorgeous, well-built guys putting on heavy winter coats! Oh, the horror! The horror!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Apr 2012 07:59
With the cold we've been having in Belgium, I sympathise! Just last week I was in a tee-shirt and now I'm back to my winter coat, hat etc. Brrrrr...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Apr 2012 12:08
Our weather is being strange too, alternating between wintery rain and spring warmth!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Apr 2012 15:18
Everything here has bloomed a month ahead of time. The pollen is through the roof. We, too, went from the 80s to low 60s. I want my 80s back!
before the Easter holidays began, we had summer like temperatures, I was just stuck at home full of cold, now I've recovered, the kids are off school, and some parts of the country have snow... go figure!
Just hope it will be soon like this again: 
ETA: actually today it's not bad at all, cold but at least sunny. Which hopefully means a lot of 
tomorrow, and then watching the Masters in the evening (I don't get live coverage of the Masters, only the BBC highlights...).
ETA: actually today it's not bad at all, cold but at least sunny. Which hopefully means a lot of tomorrow, and then watching the Masters in the evening (I don't get live coverage of the Masters, only the BBC highlights...).
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Apr 2012 15:32
My husband's watching the Masters, also. It barely got to 60 here today.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Apr 2012 10:08
In today's installment we see that the G-Force Team is so powerful thy can go on a mission in their civvies!
I'm amazed they didn't catch hypothermia, in all that snow, with just t-shirts on...
is Keyop stood on Jason's shoulders in the second frame, or is it some attempt to build the pyramid?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Apr 2012 10:24
I think it's supposed to be Princess Keyop is standing on. They just colored her t-shirt wrong.
You can tell this is a British comic here, the way Zoltar talks about the underground'.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun You can tell this is a British comic here, the way Zoltar talks about the underground'.Why? What would you call it?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Apr 2012 10:51
Originally posted by KT1972We'd say "subway". Although I think it's still appropriate in this case, since "underground" is often used to refer to something secretive & subversive.Originally posted by Transmute Jun You can tell this is a British comic here, the way Zoltar talks about the underground'.Why? What would you call it?
Originally posted by ElectricWhite "underground" is often used to refer to something secretive & subversive.Yeah, that's what I initially thought they meant.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 7 Apr 2012 11:07
Does Keyop look half-naked to you too?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Apr 2012 11:12
Originally posted by Daniella T Does Keyop look half-naked to you too?Yeah, he does. Maybe it's just another way for him to say, "Hey, I'm an awesome android! Look at how well I can handle sudden, extreme weather changes! Woo hoo!"
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Apr 2012 11:31
If he's an android, he wouldn't get cold.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Apr 2012 13:52
Originally posted by Daniella T Does Keyop look half-naked to you too?He IS half naked. He had been sunning himself on the beach in a bathing suit, remember?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Apr 2012 17:08
I would assume an android's skin color was set and permanent. I wonder if his programing was to immitate human actions and he goes too far with it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Apr 2012 17:11
Originally posted by Becky Rock I would assume an android's skin color was set and permanent. I wonder if his programing was to immitate human actions and he goes too far with it.The other team members did mention something about 'why is an android sunbathing' on the first page...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Apr 2012 07:41
You know, after I posted this... I realized that the top panel is far superior in quality to anything we saw in the actual show where Zark talked to the guys on his screen...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Apr 2012 07:59
Stranger things have happened!
you know, Zoltar actually seems to be succeeding in this mission, we haven't seen G-force actually do anything to stop him yet!!!!
Come on, what's keeping them!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Apr 2012 11:10
Maybe the artists are too worn out after doing such a good job on the first panel! 
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 9 Apr 2012 12:17
Originally posted by Transmute JunLOL! I'm having continuity issues!Originally posted by Daniella T Does Keyop look half-naked to you too?He IS half naked. He had been sunning himself on the beach in a bathing suit, remember?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Apr 2012 13:37
I'm sure the moment G-Force does anything the strip is over! I mean, think about it. Couldn't the Fiery Phoenix easily melt all of the ice and snow?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Apr 2012 13:58
But that would be too simple.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Apr 2012 14:33
Sometimes simple is the easiest and fastest way to solve things. You have to remember these are very short runs 6 - 8 pages at the most it looks like.
Or maybe I have not been watching close enough over the last few months.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Apr 2012 15:09
Okay, then how about this for the reason why they don't use the fiery Phoenix: it's intelligent and makes sense! That simply goes against everything this comic stands for!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Apr 2012 18:12
Maybe their 'special powers' have been used up. That would explain why they haven't transmuted.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Apr 2012 18:32
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Okay, then how about this for the reason why they don't use the fiery Phoenix: it's intelligent and makes sense! That simply goes against everything this comic stands for!!Ohhh, yes, I forgot we are talking about a series that is based on nonsense science. So you are welcome to ignore my previous post.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Apr 2012 19:03
CD, you are totally right. The stories are short, usually averaging about 8 pages (sometimes 6, sometimes 10, rarely shorter than 6). SO they spend 4 pages plus on 'setup' and then end it pretty quickly.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Apr 2012 08:44
Okay today, G-Force tries to do something... but not enough....
just a wild guess, but is the answer to the question in the last panel "NO"?
Well that seemed rather... pointless. Can't the Phoenix land on snow? Did they want to show off? Oh, wait. Was it supposed to thaw the ground? If so, than the amount of heat would turn anything aboveground into ashes and for that they would need more than to fly above it once. Oh, they melted the snow. Isn't that charming? Damn, none of this makes any sense. Besides, placing a superheated object near a damn missile silo seems like a pretty stupid idea. (Or maybe a good idea. That would be actually quite funny, if everything went up in flames.)
(Or maybe a good idea. That would be actually quite funny, if everything went up in flames.)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Apr 2012 10:44
Since Victoria's hit on the big points, I'll get in a couple of little things!
Wow, Keyop's got some awesome programming -- to actually get premonitions is some feat! Eat your heart out, Bill Gates!
Also, couldn't Zoltar find a way to bring back that old gunslinger from "The Greatest Gun In the Galaxy", or did he get shooting lessons from the old guy? 
(If he got the same training as his goons, he would've been better off just surrendering before the last panel!)
(If he got the same training as his goons, he would've been better off just surrendering before the last panel!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Apr 2012 12:46
Anyone notice that Tiny's visor disappeared again?
Victoria, you make a number of excellent points!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Apr 2012 16:18
Poor Jason's going to get frozen again. He could develope a complex.
They have not Eyes (corniea, iris, lens) how can they see to shoot? just white and black dots
and out of sheer curiosity (channeling my dark side)
Zoltar could start a media campain blaming Gforce for localized flooding, or a cause of global warming and melting the ice-caps (the water from the melting snow has to go somewere)
I know it's "in the script" but there has to be an easier way
I think there comic are making my muse switch sides out of frustration
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 11 Apr 2012 22:54
Picture the scene:
Zoltar is getting ready to attending one of the high society Gala Balls - it is a fancy dress theme.
(monsters of the universe)
After last years fiasco attendies have been advised NOT to attend wearing costumes of G Force or ISO members (a political nightmare and the cleaning bills were astronomical, who knew blood removal from satin was so expensive)
Zoltar is putting the last touches on his/her costume and is pleased, he calls for one of his minion to help him/her with the cape.
Two goons slides in, they are in raggity cloths, have hunch backs, over done make-up, smell strongly of chemicals and floor polish
Zoltar looks them both up and down and shoots them both
He points to another guard (still in good uniform) and
then to the bodies on the floor, throws his hand up in the air and yells:
"I am surrounded by imbeciles!. How many times did I get you lot to watch the movies, I said Renfield not Igor, not Quasimoto. Renfield!"
The goon searches his small brain for what to say, not wanting to end up like the others on the floor, who he knows spend a great deal of time on their costumes and make-up and were very exited about going to the gala and mixing it with high society.
Zoltar has stopped his ranting and now stand next to the good , gun ready.
The goon says the next thing that pops into his head hopping it is right
"Uh Yes Master?!"
Zoltar seems pleased, sweeps his long black cloak around him and does his best Bela Lugosi impersonation leaves the room, the goon follows, dreading the rest of the night with a vague thought that it did not end well for Renfield
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Apr 2012 06:11
LOL, LW! You always come up with an interesting twist!
Didn't Spectra already try the "I'll freeze them solid!" plan, with this old guy?
Originally posted by littlewolf Zoltar is putting the last touches on his/her costume and is pleased, he calls for one of his minion to help him/her with the cape.I think Zoltar would make a really good Dracula!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Apr 2012 08:54
But Zoltar doesn't have fangs... his minions do!!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Apr 2012 09:54
Okay, Zoltar could just run around, hiding behind his cape and make his goons suck the blood from the victims! (Hey, the goons suck anyway...)
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 14 Apr 2012 11:20
And with this installment, we have the explanation for climate change.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Apr 2012 13:20
Okay once again Keyop is going to save the day... This is definitely a drinking game kind of thing...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Apr 2012 13:20
Those goons seem to be grabbing Princess in some 'interesting' places!
talk about making the most of an opportunity... they wouldn't dare if she wasn't frozen solid!!
Thinking about it though...even frozen Condor would be too tempting to resist......soon have him melting in my hands
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Apr 2012 14:13
Zoltar wants to take off in the Phoenix? Am I to take it he doesn't think the team would have a lock down on the ship?
Or maybe it is only me who has considered that matter. The Phoenix can only be accessed and flown by someone who knows the command codes - and I have the team regularly changing those codes. Just in case, they happen to have been hacked - although I have never gone with that story line.
"Keyop can make his own warmth" ...?
Oh ... wow ...
That just ... literally ... stopped me cold. My mind just doesn't know where to go from there.
Talk about TMI!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Apr 2012 14:50
Not to mention that goon finding some things slippery...
Pretty soon, this story will have to move to thr Rubber Room... 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Apr 2012 16:33
Are they ever going to get Jason's uniform the right colors? They even screwed up his helmet this time.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Apr 2012 16:57
Originally posted by Becky Rock Are they ever going to get Jason's uniform the right colors? They even screwed up his helmet this time.Give them time, give them time...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Apr 2012 16:59
Originally posted by Becky Rock Are they ever going to get Jason's uniform the right colors? They even screwed up his helmet this time.I think this belongs in the "Hopelessly Lost Cause" file.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Apr 2012 18:58
Originally posted by Becky Rock Are they ever going to get Jason's uniform the right colors? They even screwed up his helmet this time.I guess he wanted to be like Mark today...
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI've pretty much stopped expecting Jason's uniform to be correct.....same with Tiny's visor, the Phoenix steering wheel... etc, etc, At least they're consistant at getting it all wrong!!Originally posted by Becky Rock Are they ever going to get Jason's uniform the right colors? They even screwed up his helmet this time.I think this belongs in the "Hopelessly Lost Cause" file.
Keyop can make his own warmth. Man, I'm so jealous. If only I had the same ability... then I wouldn't have to spend the whole day coiled on a rock, basking in the sun.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Apr 2012 16:29
Or in my case, hiding under a blanket. I can't wait for retirement to head south (several years away yet).
You'd think that by now, the Spectrans would have figured out that Keyop is an android! How many of their plots have his amazing android abilities thwarted?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Those goons seem to be grabbing Princess in some 'interesting' places!
Originally posted by Daniella T Not to mention that goon finding some things slippery...And that he says he'll need help!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Apr 2012 16:43
All that ice has added a lot of weight.
Can you image what would happen if the goon tells Princess after she's thawed out she was too heavy?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Apr 2012 10:17
And now, the exciting conclusion!
This page had me think really hard about that ray and about the fact, that as soon as defrosted, the team could go bash some heads.
It is quite an amazing creation. I mean, the fact that the team came out the way they did means they were frozen in some way, which prevented extra- and intracellular ice from forming in their bodies and thus destroying their tissue, and ensured their organs were still supplied by oxygen. Although the ray could've possibly caused vitrification by infusing their bloodstream with some manner of cryoprotectants (which the laser, somehow, reversed). Which still doesn't explain the lack of oxygen.
In any case, Zoltar should start to mass-produce the ray and sell it to medical facilities. He would swim in money. Good way for financing all those mechas. 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Apr 2012 17:37
Real science doesn't apply here. Frostbite isn't a possibility.
Don't give Zoltar any ideas, Victoria!
I often wondered about that in the episode with the old man when Jason was defrosted. Was he sitting at his station folded up in his cape because he was embarrassed or cold?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Apr 2012 18:10
You'd think Zoltar would jump on the chance for some extra cash!
I just love how Keyop was so accurate with the laser! If he'd been a little too heavy-handed... oops!
I just love how Keyop was so accurate with the laser! If he'd been a little too heavy-handed... oops!
Oh, but Becky. I'd love to give Zoltar ideas. (He's not BK, but close enough) I'd love to give him many, many more. *insert standard evil laugh*. Oh, the possibilities... (btw. If I were him, I'd let Dr. Nambu/Anderson/Whatever continue with his Mantle plan. From what I've seen, it would decimate the world ecology/economy on its own, giving Galactor a perfect opportunity to present themselves as the world saviours, fighting against the child soldier-using mad scientists from ISO. There. How's that?)
wow, now there's a fic idea for you, Victoria, portray Berg katse and Galactor as the hero's and the SNT as the real villains.
If anyone could do it, I'm sure you could!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Apr 2012 06:55
That sounds like an awesome fic! You do it, victoria!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Apr 2012 10:02
I second that!
But... butbutbut... It's not like I'm working on a big, multistory project, portraying the brutality of many simultaneous low-intensity conflicts escalating in a full cold war, when neither side is in the right and when atrocities are committed by both Galactor and ISO/UN, one having a complete disregard for human life and the other working under a nigh-fanatical illusion of justice and righteousness. Not me. Nuh-uh.
(Oh, and thanks for having faith in me, guys. It warms my heart. )
(Oh, and thanks for having faith in me, guys. It warms my heart. )
That's ok, Victoria, we can wait... In your own time then!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Apr 2012 16:50
Oooh.... sounds like some good stuff, Victoria! You go for it!!!!!
Originally posted by Victoria (Oh, and thanks for having faith in me, guys. It warms my heart.I'm definitely looking forward to it! I love dark stuff.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Apr 2012 17:47
Zoltar the good guy...interesting.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Apr 2012 07:41
Today we start a new story. Zoltar is attacking... the Golden Gate Bridge?????
Well, at least they remembered that G-Force has five members this time.
Is Zark wearing a red cape now?
The goon behind Zoltar has a blue mask!
And all the team in blue trousers too, with the same colour hair. I really can't tell which one is which in the 4th panel.... whatever next?
Well, you've spelled "android" wrong, Keyop. And, it rather looks like you're shouting "Blood!" here instead of "Bloop!" That made me do a double take!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Today we start a new story. Zoltar is attacking... the Golden Gate Bridge?????OMG! You're right! It is the Golden Gate. The structure, the color (Yes, the bridge really is some weird dark orange, not gold), the land formations on both sides, with the City to the south. It took a few times really looking at it, but that's what it is.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Apr 2012 12:11
Wanna bet the artist had taken a vacation there just before working on this one?
Personally, I like how they leave the Phoenix parked beside them on the grass with the hatch wide open. Secret identities? What secret identities?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Apr 2012 12:44
Originally posted by jublke Personally, I like how they leave the Phoenix parked beside them on the grass with the hatch wide open. Secret identities? What secret identities?Ah, but you keep forgetting: Spectrans iz stooooooopid!
Originally posted by amethyst OMG! You're right! It is the Golden Gate. The structure, the color (Yes, the bridge really is some weird dark orange, not gold), the land formations on both sides, with the City to the south. It took a few times really looking at it, but that's what it is.I know! They're not saying so, but the resemblance is strong... and what other world famous bridge would Zoltar attack?
Originally posted by jublke Secret identities? What secret identities?I think in the freeze ray story it showed that Zoltar could recognize their secret identities. No need to hide!
Originally posted by lborgia88Well-spotted! I was just startin to write a comment on them using "blood" as a swear-word (it didn't cross my mind it could be "bloop"), but I totally missed the andriod bit...good thing Keyop's an android, not an ipad...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Apr 2012 13:38
Don't forget they said Python. I don't even want to know where that is going.
Originally posted by jublke Personally, I like how they leave the Phoenix parked beside them on the grass with the hatch wide open. Secret identities? What secret identities?If that really is the Golden Gate Bridge there, could the Phoenix be parked, I wonder, inside the Presidio? Would still be awfully careless of them, but at least they'd be inside a military facility.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Apr 2012 18:11
Except that the Presidio is no longer an actual military base. Of course, Pluto is no longer a planet either...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Except that the Presidio is no longer an actual military base. Of course, Pluto is no longer a planet either...And Python is now a computer-programming language and yes, they did take the name from Monty!
ETA: and, of course, Androids are tablets...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Apr 2012 16:08
Tablets that are more intelligent than Keyop...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Apr 2012 16:44
I am not sure if they are more intelligent than Keyop but they are certainly more intelligible.
Something has been bothering me about all these pages. Is Zoltar in charge of each and every assault? Does he not have something better to do? As in, leading a whole terrorist syndicate, perhaps? One would think being the equivalent of a CEO, he had grunts for those missions, but apparently not. How many members does it have anyway? Twenty? Sousai didn't seem to me to be much into anything save for complaining, so who's in charge of planning (and finances, and administration, and PR...) then?
(inb4 1-Rover-1, who's had enough of Zark and joined the dark...uh...purple side. Just look at him in that panel. He looks like an angry zombie. I think it's that empty, blank eye.)
(inb4 1-Rover-1, who's had enough of Zark and joined the dark...uh...purple side. Just look at him in that panel. He looks like an angry zombie. I think it's that empty, blank eye.)
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 27 Apr 2012 04:53
Originally posted by clouddancer I am not sure if they are more intelligent than Keyop but they are certainly more intelligible.Spot on!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Except that the Presidio is no longer an actual military base. Of course, Pluto is no longer a planet either...Ah, but it could be again in the future. I'm not positive, but if you watch closely for some of the few scenes of Star Fleet Headquarters in various Star Trek incarnations, it looks a lot like Star Fleet Headquarters is on the same site as the Presidio. And who knows about Pluto, maybe in another 20 or so years, it might get it's planet status reinstated.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Apr 2012 15:58
There are a lot of scientists who don't agree with the decision to remove Pluto's planet status, just because its a little bit different.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Apr 2012 03:04
Originally posted by Becky Rock There are a lot of scientists who don't agree with the decision to remove Pluto's planet status, just because its a little bit different.Just remembered...there's actually a Big Bang Theory ep on this!!!!!
Originally posted by Becky Rock There are a lot of scientists who don't agree with the decision to remove Pluto's planet status, just because its a little bit different.Yes, Pluto should complain to the Committee for the extermination of discrimination among planetary bodies... LOL! I actually have a book called "Why I killed Pluto and why it had it coming", by Mike Brown, who, I guess (haven't read it yet) is the guy responsible for the anguished cries of Sheldon in defence of Pluto.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Apr 2012 04:35
Originally posted by Daniella T LOL! I actually have a book called "Why I killed Pluto and why it had it coming", by Mike Brown, who, I guess (haven't read it yet) is the guy responsible for the anguished cries of Sheldon in defence of Pluto.Yes, he's the one! It's his discovery of the dwarf planet Eris that set things in motion to get Pluto kicked out of the planetary club. He reasoned that, if we define Pluto and Eris as "planets", then our solar system could have a few thousand planets, thanks to all the bodies in the Kuiper Belt. While I can see his point, I don't agree with the solution they chose.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Apr 2012 05:11
Who would've thought that a scientific announcement would've led to such a passionate reaction!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Apr 2012 09:27
Is the advancement of science really an advancement?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Apr 2012 10:23
Originally posted by amethyst Ah, but it could be again in the future. I'm not positive, but if you watch closely for some of the few scenes of Star Fleet Headquarters in various Star Trek incarnations, it looks a lot like Star Fleet Headquarters is on the same site as the Presidio.Actually, in the Star-Trek-verse, it is commonly accepted that Starfleet Academy is located at the Presido, next to Starfleet Headquarters.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Apr 2012 10:28
ummm, let me think.... will the mecha pieces reassemble and start attacking the Phoenix by any chance?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Apr 2012 10:54
Gee, you think?
And this is another example of where the Team seems to be able to operate in the Phoenix without being in proper uniform!
And this is another example of where the Team seems to be able to operate in the Phoenix without being in proper uniform!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Apr 2012 13:16
Originally posted by KT1972 ummm, let me think.... will the mecha pieces reassemble and start attacking the Phoenix by any chance?Aww, and here I was thinking it would be the basis for the upcoming movie: Titanic 2: Electric Boogaloo!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Apr 2012 16:15
Or Princess forgot her helmet.
I'll buy a ticket if the Titanic doesn't sink this time.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 29 Apr 2012 04:04
Continuing on the Pluto theme (sorry, can't resist!), there's a short story available today for free on Amazon for the Kindle, it's called "Plutoed", by Michael D. Britton.
Apparently this is a humorous take on the issue.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Apr 2012 10:21
You know, it might not be a snake. It might be... an electric eel!!!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2012 08:52
Okay, so you guys were right. It's a snake.
And now we know why Princess doesn't wear her helmet... if she does she turns into a man!!!!!
Actually, I believe that's supposed to be Jason in a wrongly-colored helmet. But in the previous scene he's just holding it...?
Actually, I believe that's supposed to be Jason in a wrongly-colored helmet. But in the previous scene he's just holding it...?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Apr 2012 09:59
Snakes....Princess turning into a dude....oh, it's so hard to not go Freudian with the comments!!
with all the mixed up uniforms, it's hard to tell which one is which when they're all close together like that. There's only Tiny that seems to stand out at all.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 30 Apr 2012 11:45
"One of Zoltar's brainwaves"???
And here was I thinking you need a machine to measure brainwaves.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2012 13:28
Originally posted by Daniella T "One of Zoltar's brainwaves"??? And here was I thinking you need a machine to measure brainwaves.And here I was thinking that Zoltar only had one brainwave...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Apr 2012 19:30
I have to agree with KT, it is very confusing when they keep mixing up the uniform colours and then seem to keep drawing them so their features look so similar.
So in the panel with Zark - is that Jason reporting in (and putting on his helmet), or Mark holding his head while reporting in?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Apr 2012 19:31
Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd here I was thinking that Zoltar was really adept at surfing off the tropical paradise known as the Brain Islands! Why, yes, I DID take a pain killer earlier. How could you tell?Originally posted by Daniella T "One of Zoltar's brainwaves"??? And here was I thinking you need a machine to measure brainwaves.And here I was thinking that Zoltar only had one brainwave...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 May 2012 06:25
Originally posted by clouddancer So in the panel with Zark - is that Jason reporting in (and putting on his helmet), or Mark holding his head while reporting in?I THINK that this comic ignores the whole 'trasnmute' thing. So they're trying to show everyone putting on their helmets, to show that they are 'getting dressed' in their uniforms. So Mark has his hands on his helmet because he's just put it on. And of course this explains why they never go far from the Phoenix: it holds all of their uniforms!
from what I've seen, that certainly makes a lot of sense, even if not exactly canon... They should employ all of us, I'm sure we'd do a much better job of it!
I wonder which one of you would be the executive director in charge of smut. @.@?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2012 10:31
Need you ask Victoria?
Originally posted by Transmute JunOkay .... then I guess I am wrong in thinking that is Mark, with his helmet on, in the previous panel ....Originally posted by clouddancer So in the panel with Zark - is that Jason reporting in (and putting on his helmet), or Mark holding his head while reporting in?I THINK that this comic ignores the whole 'trasnmute' thing. So they're trying to show everyone putting on their helmets, to show that they are 'getting dressed' in their uniforms. So Mark has his hands on his helmet because he's just put it on.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 May 2012 13:37
Originally posted by Victoria I wonder which one of you would be the executive director in charge of smut. @.@?What kind of resume is required for such a position? Would I required to give a hands on demonstration with the Commander?
oh, wouldn't you just LOOOOVE that!!!!
Come to think of it, wouldn't we all??????
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 May 2012 18:15
What, is this a group interview now?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 May 2012 02:11
It should be a process based on merit, and taking into account previous experience plus the marks each candidate achieved in the hands-on test. Oh wait...the marks...what about the jasons?
I'll take the Jasons
I'll take the Joes
I'll take the other Condor incarnations too
Need you ask Victoria?Actually yes. I imagine the whole audition as a huge, over-the-top battle royal of smut between quite a few of you dirty-minded people. (fosdic anyone?) Winner would be the last one standing. As for me, I'd sit back and watch it (from behind waterproof screen).
And you might just be right about that, Victoria!!
Hee hee hee... what fun It'll be too
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 May 2012 10:09
You people are sick sick sick sick sick!
(No wonder I like you all so much!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 May 2012 12:04
Wait... so wanting smut with the Eagle is sick? I'm not sure I agree....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 May 2012 12:22
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait... so wanting smut with the Eagle is sick? I'm not sure I agree....*sigh* Just look back to Victoria's comment ... and a couple before that ... Jeez, didn't realize today was "Explain EVERYTHING" day ...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 May 2012 12:45
Well, since I seem to be fated to explain things today, I guess I'd better get an important one out of the way!
TJ, I need you to pay careful attention to what I'm going to say. Are you focused? Good.
Now, when two people really love each other, they'll sometimes share a special hug...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 May 2012 16:14
Yes, EW, I'm listening with bated breath!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 May 2012 16:14
In today's installment, the snake attacks the bridge! (Okay, admit it, who saw that one coming?)
will G-force save the bridge? umm, yeah, probably!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 May 2012 18:10
Like I'd have to wait for G-Frorce to tell me to get off the bridge?
But Becky, that woulld be sensible, haven't we already seen that the people in this universe are anything but sensible?
(Or is that just the comic's writers and artists?
)
)
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 3 May 2012 00:02
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Well, since I seem to be fated to explain things today, I guess I'd better get an important one out of the way! TJ, I need you to pay careful attention to what I'm going to say. Are you focused? Good. Now, when two people really love each other, they'll sometimes share a special hug...Yes, EW, and then? What happens next? (DT sneaks off to the Rubber Room for a little remedial smut...)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 May 2012 07:06
Originally posted by Becky Rock Like I'd have to wait for G-Frorce to tell me to get off the bridge?\ I'd have to wait for the Eagle and the Condor to personally escort me off of the bridge. Maybe wait until it's collapsing beneath me, so they can swoop down and pull me into their arms, racing to safety as my arms cling to my hero's neck...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 May 2012 09:52
Originally posted by Becky Rock Like I'd have to wait for G-Frorce to tell me to get off the bridge?Well, maybe everybody's too stunned by the sight of Zoltar's python (*snicker*) or wondering why a girl with an American accent is saying "daren't"... ...or they're too busy waiting to hear more details about the "special hug"....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 May 2012 09:03
And today G-Force... sits by helplessly...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 May 2012 09:56
"Earth, let me introduce you to Terror. Terror, meet Earth!"
Sometimes I just can't keep the sarcasm in...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 7 May 2012 12:07
They may be powerless, but they sure are sunburnt.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 May 2012 12:11
Not sunburnt. Just red with embarrassment that they can't do anything!
is Mark the only one with his visor in the second panel?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 May 2012 13:45
Seems so. But now the team can blow the python to smitherines.
I'd think that if you you've got cars and trucks pummeling off the bridge, that it is pointless to wait until the bridge is clear to react.
It comes across not so much as they are powerless, but more impotent; like they are afraid of taking the chance.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 May 2012 17:47
So, instead of the Eagle, Condor, etc., we now have 5 chickens!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 8 May 2012 03:13
"Harry Potter we now dub you a temporary honoury member of G-Force - now tell that snake to "bugger off"
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 May 2012 05:19
Originally posted by littlewolf "Harry Potter we now dub you a temporary honoury member of G-Force - now tell that snake to "bugger off"Now that would be a great cross-over idea
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2012 06:34
I think Keyop has a visor too, and maybe Tiny. But Princess and jason definitely don't!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I think Keyop has a visor too, and maybe Tiny. But Princess and jason definitely don't!It's just so hard to tell!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 May 2012 07:21
Confirmed! It is California!
wow, the Phoenix can be piloted by remote control... Learn something new every day!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 May 2012 12:11
I wonder if the Phoenix has the same kind of remote control as model airplanes. If so, they could run into some serious trouble if they come in range of another controller on the same frequency!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 May 2012 12:25
If it can be piloted by remote control, Tiny can leave the ship. How handy!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 9 May 2012 14:04
Does the Phoenix have a ladder at its side? I don't remember this, but I could be wrong. Or, they could be wrong. 
Daniella, they are wrong on just about everything else, don't be so surprised at that!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 May 2012 17:11
Talk about a hot seat. The whole team is going to have snake-burn.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 May 2012 18:35
Originally posted by Becky Rock Talk about a hot seat. The whole team is going to have snake-burn.This just popped into my head: Picture the team getting checked out by a doctor at Center Neptune, and the doctor asks, "So, do you get a burning sensation whenever you're with Zoltar?"
I'll make a prediction -Keyop is flame-resistant, because he's an android!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 May 2012 06:21
Oh come on, the uniforms are flame-resistant!
I think the ladder on the Phoenix is an add-on. I don't know why they don't just come out of the bubble on top.
I think the ladder on the Phoenix is an add-on. I don't know why they don't just come out of the bubble on top.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh come on, the uniforms are flame-resistant!Heh, as long as they keep their lower faces away from the heat and flames, or in Princess' case, her upper arms and thighs -assuming they've remembered to draw her uniform correctly- they might well be okay!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 May 2012 07:07
Princess has Mark and Jason to help cover her up!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 May 2012 14:17
Flame resistant doesn't mean they won't get uncomfortably hot still.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 11 May 2012 14:19
And this is how this comic turns to smut !
!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2012 21:31
Originally posted by Daniella T And this is how this comic turns to smutHmm...just made me think back to the post about the team visiting Center Neptune's doctor... ("...do you feel a burning sensation...?")
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOoooooh, the possibilities!Originally posted by Daniella T And this is how this comic turns to smutHmm...just made me think back to the post about the team visiting Center Neptune's doctor... ("...do you feel a burning sensation...?")
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 May 2012 06:54
If these comics inspire you, then go for it!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 May 2012 09:09
We were all wrong... the Team wasn't hit at all!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 May 2012 09:10
It is disturbing to anyone else that Princess seems to have forgotten her underwear?
don't know what's more disturbing, Drawing her panties, or not drawing her panties!!
We do get the reference to birds though, even if it is Sparrows!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun It is disturbing to anyone else that Princess seems to have forgotten her underwear?No wonder Mark's going last ... *snicker*
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2012 18:20
Originally posted by Transmute Jun It is disturbing to anyone else that Princess seems to have forgotten her underwear?
What? I thought she was wearing flesh-tone undies...you know, like some dancers do... I never dreamed she'd be a dirty birdie...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 15 May 2012 00:48
Originally posted by ElectricWhite*gulp* And with focusing on Princess's missing clothes, I almost missed the incredible colours of Jason's birdstyle and boots! I only realised it's him by elimination.Originally posted by Transmute Jun It is disturbing to anyone else that Princess seems to have forgotten her underwear?
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 15 May 2012 03:14
Okay - getting away from the Swan " she's wearing no-knickers"
Tiny has lost weight ....but...but..as they form the pyramid ..it looks like Tiny forgot to put his cup on and his testicles are showing...or is it just my smutty mind
notice in the pyramid that Mark nad Princess are standing on one shoulder and the arms of Jason and Tiny?
Surely all that weight would snap their bones?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 May 2012 06:22
LW! I hadn't thought of that.... but I can see exactly what you mean! I think it's supposed to be his leg... but then rather oddly drawn, for a leg....
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 May 2012 14:08
I am not sure if I am more worried because everyone is going into such depth finding things wrong with these pictures and stories, or that I am not
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 May 2012 11:25
Maybe this is one of those Where's Waldo things. Find the errors and count them. We could make it a drinking game. Take a shot everytime you find an error. We'd all become alcoholics.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 May 2012 11:35
Originally posted by Becky Rock Maybe this is one of those Where's Waldo things. Find the errors and count them. We could make it a drinking game. Take a shot everytime you find an error. We'd all become alcoholics.Become alcoholics?! For some folks here, I could've sworn that horse left the barn a looooong time ago!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 May 2012 19:37
Not I! I don't drink alcohol at all. I'm naturally this silly.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 May 2012 22:47
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Not I! I don't drink alcohol at all. I'm naturally this silly.Not to dis your mother (bless her soul!), but are you sure she didn't knock back a few while you were a baby bump?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 May 2012 07:01
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Not to dis your mother (bless her soul!), but are you sure she didn't knock back a few while you were a baby bump?Nope. She was quite straight, actually. She even quit smoking before she goot pregnant (which at that time was a major social sin). She always told me how she didn't touch a drop of alcohol or even take an aspirin, and how she had no drugs at all, even during childbirth... actually made me feel kind of guilty for having epidurals...
FWIW, My parents have no idea where my silliness came from either.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 May 2012 09:31
Life without silly is a boring life.
I want to drink but I'm allergic to alcohol. I was always the designated driver, so I got to play with the drunks' heads. I found religious discussions to be the most interesting. Try to get a drunk to explain their religion to you.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 May 2012 10:32
Originally posted by Transmute JunHmmmmm.....maybe there was a mix up at the hospital...Originally posted by ElectricWhite Not to dis your mother (bless her soul!), but are you sure she didn't knock back a few while you were a baby bump?Nope. She was quite straight, actually. She even quit smoking before she goot pregnant (which at that time was a major social sin). She always told me how she didn't touch a drop of alcohol or even take an aspirin, and how she had no drugs at all, even during childbirth... actually made me feel kind of guilty for having epidurals...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 May 2012 10:42
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hmmmmm.....maybe there was a mix up at the hospital...Perhaps, although I'm the spitting image of my Mom. Very scary, actually, to look at wedding pictures for my folks and have it looks like I'm marrying my Dad.
Now alien abduction is a possibility....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 May 2012 10:55
Originally posted by Transmute JunYou know, I can see a Discovery Channel special coming from this..."Comiing up next: The Mysterious Origins of Transmute Jun ..."Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hmmmmm.....maybe there was a mix up at the hospital...Perhaps, although I'm the spitting image of my Mom. Very scary, actually, to look at wedding pictures for my folks and have it looks like I'm marrying my Dad.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 May 2012 11:54
Alien abduction. Oh no! Is TJ a Spectran plant? She's making us all comfortable with her silliness so Zoltar can sweep in and take over?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 May 2012 19:13
...Or maybe she's the result of an experiment at Area 51! 
Or perhaps a lost Child of Atlantis! 
Maybe even connected with a unique breed of Sasquatch....
Or perhaps a lost Child of Atlantis! Maybe even connected with a unique breed of Sasquatch....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 May 2012 07:21
Okay, I want to watch this special! Who's going to get it together? :popcorn:
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 May 2012 09:15
Sorry, I've been buried in work for the past couple of weeks and I'm only just now getting out from under. I apologize that you have all had to wait so long to see the exciting conclusion to the python story!
But here it is.
so the tiny rocket escaped unseen? More likely the artists forgot to draw it in!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 May 2012 10:50
Zoltar is just soooo stealthy....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 May 2012 15:25
That slippery snake slipped past while our heroes were pounding the Python until it was a puddle!
Thought y'all could use a little purple prose...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Now alien abduction is a possibility....Oooh! Do you have one of those green spots on your leg too?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 May 2012 20:11
Originally posted by amethystHey! No one's supposed to know about that!!!!!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Now alien abduction is a possibility....Oooh! Do you have one of those green spots on your leg too?
Originally posted by Transmute JunThen why'd they put mine in a spot where everyone can see it? The front of my leg just above the ankle. It's visible from April through October. I keep thinking about getting a tattoo over it, but I'm a little hesitant about tats and what if They don't like it.Originally posted by amethystHey! No one's supposed to know about that!!!!!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Now alien abduction is a possibility....Oooh! Do you have one of those green spots on your leg too?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 May 2012 05:34
Originally posted by amethystGood instinct, Amethyst! It's a well-known fact that They don't like anything that interferes with Their cataloging system.Originally posted by Transmute JunThen why'd they put mine in a spot where everyone can see it? The front of my leg just above the ankle. It's visible from April through October. I keep thinking about getting a tattoo over it, but I'm a little hesitant about tats and what if They don't like it.Originally posted by amethystHey! No one's supposed to know about that!!!!!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Now alien abduction is a possibility....Oooh! Do you have one of those green spots on your leg too?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 May 2012 08:33
Silly! The green spot would burn away a tattoo!!!!!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Silly! The green spot would burn away a tattoo!!!!!Didn't think about that.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 May 2012 11:30
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Silly! The green spot would burn away a tattoo!!!!!
Sorry, I got the green spot mixed up with the pink spot that looks like a...well, never mind...
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteMaybe they use different spots and colors for different people, or maybe it denotes the different alien species. FYI, for those that think I am being silly or something, I do have said green spot, it is bluish green, but not near a vein. It is almost perfectly round. A doctor asked me how long I had, I told him sometime in my teens. It's not a mole or a birthmark. The doctor told me that some believe that it is a sign of alien abduction. My husband, who was in the room, said, "That explains a lot." I merely shrugged. After all, I had a great aunt to papered her house in tin foil because the Catholics were spying on her.Originally posted by Transmute Jun Silly! The green spot would burn away a tattoo!!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 May 2012 23:02
Originally posted by amethyst After all, I had a great aunt to papered her house in tin foil because the Catholics were spying on her.Damn, I wonder who squealed...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 May 2012 08:24
Amethyst, I had no idea where the 'green spot' thing came from. That's neat!
I just have a few blue spots, which are veins showing through my oh-so-pale skin...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2012 10:58
Originally posted by amethyst FYI, for those that think I am being silly or something, I do have said green spot, it is bluish green, but not near a vein. It is almost perfectly round. A doctor asked me how long I had, I told him sometime in my teens. It's not a mole or a birthmark.Um....are you sure it's not mildew?* *Please don't hit me!
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteLOL! To be honest I have no idea what it is. It's the size of an eraser, but hasn't grown. The doc didn't seem worried, more curious. Maybe one day I'll take a picture of it and add it to the gallery. It's nothing grotesque, just weird. It's strange that the alien theory makes as much sense as anything else. Although, I never met my great aunt, or if I did, I was so small I don't remember, that helps to explain my resistance to all things Catholic and organized religion in general. I'm finally coming to terms with the fact that I can believe in God or Gods and not religion. I wonder if any of that has anything to do with the alien theory?Originally posted by amethyst FYI, for those that think I am being silly or something, I do have said green spot, it is bluish green, but not near a vein. It is almost perfectly round. A doctor asked me how long I had, I told him sometime in my teens. It's not a mole or a birthmark.Um....are you sure it's not mildew?* *Please don't hit me!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2012 15:53
Originally posted by amethyst I wonder if any of that has anything to do with the alien theory?I got it! You're one of the remnants of a G'ould experiment!
(Yes, I watched a lot of Stargate SG-1.)
...And I'll remember to not bring out my Irish great-great-grandfather's rosary to show you if we ever met face-to-face. (Though I think it's kind of neat -- it was designed to be smuggled into prisons...)
Originally posted by ElectricWhitePossible, though I haven't watched enough to know. DH and the kids are watching it and I've seen a few episodes with them. When they finish it, and I finish Magnum, I'll go back and watch from the beginning. Then I'll know more.Originally posted by amethyst I wonder if any of that has anything to do with the alien theory?I got it! You're one of the remnants of a G'ould experiment!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite...And I'll remember to not bring out my Irish great-great-grandfather's rosary to show you if we ever met face-to-face. (Though I think it's kind of neat -- it was designed to be smuggled into prisons...)No that would be safe, and kind of neat, actually. I usually okay with individuals as long as they aren't trying to convert me, save my sole, or blocking access to medical clinics. I guess I should be lucky I live when and where I do. Somewhere else, some other time, I'd have been burned at the stake or drowned, maybe even stoned.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2012 16:11
Originally posted by amethyst Somewhere else, some other time, I'd have been burned at the stake or drowned, maybe even stoned.Huh. I could've sworn you lived in a state where you could pretty easily get stoned...
(I just couldn't resist that.)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 May 2012 08:18
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Huh. I could've sworn you lived in a state where you could pretty easily get stoned...Only if there's medical necessity.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 May 2012 08:20
Today, a highly original story....
Am I seeing that right? All of them in Zark's control room?
And why do they all seem to crowd around Tiny when he's trying to pilot the Phoenix?
And why do they all seem to crowd around Tiny when he's trying to pilot the Phoenix?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 May 2012 09:18
Originally posted by KT1972 Am I seeing that right? All of them in Zark's control room?I didn't even notice that! Yep, you're right!
And why do they all seem to crowd around Tiny when he's trying to pilot the Phoenix?Because clearly they're trying to leech off of Tiny's radiating coolness factor as he flies. (Plus it allows them all to squeeze into one small panel.)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2012 11:32
Pretty flowers can't be dangerous. Right.
Past episodes aside, I guess she never saw the poppy scene in The Wizard of Oz, huh?
Right.
Past episodes aside, I guess she never saw the poppy scene in The Wizard of Oz, huh?
perhaps these pretty flowers cause memory loss?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2012 11:41
Originally posted by KT1972 perhaps these pretty flowers cause memory loss?Why not? Opium comes from poppies, so who knows what kind of wacky weed Zoltar's blooms come from?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2012 18:40
Originally posted by amethystI fell when I was about ten in gravel and got a piece in my knee. For whatever reason, my parents never got it out. It healed over and over time, turned blue, so I have a small blue spot on my knee. Maybe something got under your skin, Ame and just got absorbed, leaving the colored mark.Originally posted by ElectricWhiteLOL! To be honest I have no idea what it is. It's the size of an eraser, but hasn't grown. The doc didn't seem worried, more curious. Maybe one day I'll take a picture of it and add it to the gallery. It's nothing grotesque, just weird. It's strange that the alien theory makes as much sense as anything else. Although, I never met my great aunt, or if I did, I was so small I don't remember, that helps to explain my resistance to all things Catholic and organized religion in general. I'm finally coming to terms with the fact that I can believe in God or Gods and not religion. I wonder if any of that has anything to do with the alien theory?Originally posted by amethyst FYI, for those that think I am being silly or something, I do have said green spot, it is bluish green, but not near a vein. It is almost perfectly round. A doctor asked me how long I had, I told him sometime in my teens. It's not a mole or a birthmark.Um....are you sure it's not mildew?* *Please don't hit me!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Jun 2012 09:19
UIn today's installment, we can see that Zoltar's plan it familiar...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 3 Jun 2012 09:38
Wonder if it will turn out the same!
So you're telling us now that they have seen some episodes?
Or is it further proof that they haven't seen any of them and have coincidentally stumbled upon a similar storyline?
Myself, I think it's the latter....
Or is it further proof that they haven't seen any of them and have coincidentally stumbled upon a similar storyline?
Myself, I think it's the latter....
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 3 Jun 2012 10:21
Originally posted by KT1972 So you're telling us now that they have seen some episodes?Yup,
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 3 Jun 2012 10:22
So there will be an element of surprise...will Princess be the one sent off to deal with the flowers?
*biting nails in anticipation*
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jun 2012 11:23
So now there are lasers out of the front of the Phoenix. I'm assuming they have the G-2 shielded from the heat.
The Jigokillers looked dangerous, but daisies? 1970s flower-power!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Jun 2012 16:57
G-Force are all hippies at heart, you know.
Evangelina
Exalted Member
posted 4 Jun 2012 20:43
I just stumbled in here without reading the whole thread, but WTH on the lasers?!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jun 2012 07:12
LOL, Evangelina! Now you understand the title of the thread, 'What Were They Thinking?'
It's all about horrible artwork and inconsistencies in old 70s BOTP comics.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jun 2012 07:17
In today's episode we learn that numbered t-shirts are popular amongst young children of Earth...
Wait... when did Princess' dress go lime green? Is it color coded according to each mission?
And I don't even want to think about what's going on with Jason's uniform in that last panel!
I suppose we should be grateful that the plants are not eating people... at least they haven't done yet
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jun 2012 09:18
Oh, I'm sure it's coming... after they change up their wardrobes.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jun 2012 13:49
They're just sticking with theme of screwing up.
Or maybe the poblem is they're color blind.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 6 Jun 2012 06:46
"Great startrails!" A new addition to G-Force lingo!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Jun 2012 07:16
Originally posted by Daniella T "Great startrails!" A new addition to G-Force lingo!And appropriately cosmic.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jun 2012 14:58
They're throwing in some Robin-isms!
Originally posted by KT1972 I suppose we should be grateful that the plants are not eating people... at least they haven't done yetThey don't look like they're the right shape to eat people... Flowers are sort of a peace symbol though -maybe these ones are going to emit energy waves that turn everyone, including G-Force, into pacifist sheep who won't fight back while Spectra takes over the Earth? (Keyop-the-android would be immune, of course.)
Wait... when did Princess' dress go lime green? Is it color coded according to each mission? And I don't even want to think about what's going on with Jason's uniform in that last panel!Um, maybe we're seeing them in that panel as the flowers themselves "see" them -and something about Princess and Jason is... different from the others? About the only possible rationale I can come up with besides "The artists are clueless."
nah, just go with "The artists are clueless"
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jun 2012 17:40
Turn everyone into pacifists. Could you see Mark and Jason having a 'I love you, man!' moment?
No, but Perhaps many can imagine Ken and Joe do......
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jun 2012 07:02
They'll all turn into hippies! Oh wait, they already did...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jun 2012 07:05
Okay I'll be away for the next couple of weeks, so this is the last update until then.
Will you be able to stand the suspense????
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jun 2012 07:07
So Princess and Jason are still strange colors... and is 1-Rover-1 talking????
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2012 10:16
Originally posted by Transmute Jun ... and is 1-Rover-1 talking????Now they're stealing bits from Attack of the Killer Tomatoes!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2012 10:46
Originally posted by Transmute Jun So Princess and Jason are still strange colors... and is 1-Rover-1 talking????I wonder if they think Rover is like (is it K9 from Dr. Who?) I think I recall he talks to the Dr.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2012 11:12
Originally posted by clouddancerK-9 did talk, but he never barked or tried to use any type of slang. I just thought Attack of the Killer Tomatoes 'cause there's a dog that the writers couldn't decide if he was a spoof of Lassie, so he sometimes barked to his rather dim boy and talked at other times.Originally posted by Transmute Jun So Princess and Jason are still strange colors... and is 1-Rover-1 talking????I wonder if they think Rover is like (is it K9 from Dr. Who?) I think I recall he talks to the Dr.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2012 15:52
Originally posted by Transmute Jun They'll all turn into hippies! Oh wait, they already did...OMG! I've ever seen that. What episode is it from? I don't know whether to laugh or be horrified.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jun 2012 16:01
Oh shoot, off the top of my head I don't remember the number... it's from Gatchaman Fighter. Let's see...
Ah.... Gatchaman Fighter, Episode 34
http://gatchaman.freevar.com/EpF034en.htm
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2012 18:14
I have the Eagle Riders version. I don't think they used that scene.
I'll never get over how BAD Mark looks as a blond.
(ETA: I don't mean "BAD" in any kind of flattering context.)
(ETA: I don't mean "BAD" in any kind of flattering context.)
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 7 Jun 2012 19:53
"What's that Skippy, Sonny's in trouble? take 1-rover-1 and K9 with you" snigger aussie joke
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 Jun 2012 02:04
Also, green definitely doesn't suit Princess.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jun 2012 06:16
Originally posted by Becky Rock I have the Eagle Riders version. I don't think they used that scene.Nope, this episode wasn't used in the Eagle Riders run.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jun 2012 14:46
I'm glad they didn't. I might have busted a gut laughing.
Originally posted by Becky Rock Turn everyone into pacifists. Could you see Mark and Jason having a 'I love you, man!' moment?Realizing now that I think I had in the back of my mind that Star Trek: TOS episode where they're on a planet where flower spores make everyone happy and euphoric, and even Spock is affected and, briefly, has a girlfriend. Doesn't look like that's the way this comic story is going to go, though!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 9 Jun 2012 12:43
Originally posted by lborgia88 [quote]Originally posted by Becky Rock Realizing now that I think I had in the back of my mind that Star Trek: TOS episode where they're on a planet where flower spores make everyone happy and euphoric, and even Spock is affected and, briefly, has a girlfriend.Gulp -- Spock with a girlfriend? Does Sheldon know???
Originally posted by Daniella TWell, he was married, too. Although I think engaged or betrothed would be better words since there is no English word for it.Originally posted by lborgia88 [quote]Originally posted by Becky Rock Realizing now that I think I had in the back of my mind that Star Trek: TOS episode where they're on a planet where flower spores make everyone happy and euphoric, and even Spock is affected and, briefly, has a girlfriend.Gulp -- Spock with a girlfriend? Does Sheldon know???
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 9 Jun 2012 13:49
I have to go back and watch The Big Bang Theory -- there's a word Sheldon uses which means sex in Vulcanian -- or what Vulcans do instead of sex, not sure -- I didn't really watch Star Trek, and what I know I learnt from TBBT! But I remember a scene from TBBT where Sheldon tells Amy to practice whatever Spock was practising in order to get rid of her urges
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Jun 2012 14:08
Originally posted by Daniella T I have to go back and watch The Big Bang Theory -- there's a word Sheldon uses which means sex in Vulcanian -- or what Vulcans do instead of sex, not sure -- I didn't really watch Star Trek, and what I know I learnt from TBBT! But I remember a scene from TBBT where Sheldon tells Amy to practice whatever Spock was practising in order to get rid of her urgesI believe you're thinking of Pon Farr-- every 7 years a Vulcan male is overwhelmed by the urge to mate, and if he doesn't act on it, he dies.
Well there's an excuse if ever one was needed.... quick if you don't sleep with me, I'll die!!!!
I wonder how many guys have actually tried it?
But it can't be with just any female, it has to be with his wife.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Jun 2012 15:05
That would sure put a damper on affairs, wouldn't it?
I had a book where Spock actually had fathered a son named either Zar or Zack. It was when he was trapped on a frozen world in some planet's past. It was called Yesterday's Son. I loaned it out and never got it back.
There is room for creative license since Saavik was able to help him through it in Search for Spock. However, in the episode Amok Time, if he could have accepted someone other than T'Pring, I'm sure that Kirk and McCoy would have ordered it and that Nurse Chapel would have been leading the line of volunteer to help him.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Jun 2012 18:08
I agree. I'm surprised someone didn't jump on that dream of hers. There are enough Star Trek books out there.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 11 Jun 2012 02:05
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteYes, that's it!!! I can just see Sheldon's face as he's saying it!Originally posted by Daniella T I have to go back and watch The Big Bang Theory -- there's a word Sheldon uses which means sex in Vulcanian -- or what Vulcans do instead of sex, not sure -- I didn't really watch Star Trek, and what I know I learnt from TBBT! But I remember a scene from TBBT where Sheldon tells Amy to practice whatever Spock was practising in order to get rid of her urgesI believe you're thinking of Pon Farr-- every 7 years a Vulcan male is overwhelmed by the urge to mate, and if he doesn't act on it, he dies.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2012 14:41
Originally posted by amethyst There is room for creative license since Saavik was able to help him through it in Search for Spock. However, in the episode Amok Time, if he could have accepted someone other than T'Pring, I'm sure that Kirk and McCoy would have ordered it and that Nurse Chapel would have been leading the line of volunteer to help him.Given that Kirk practically had to use the tractor beam to get that information out of Spock, I think it safe to presume that details on pon farr are not widely available off-Vulcan. And at the time the show was made, the idea of asking for volunteers for Spock's problems would never have made it past the censors.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2012 16:21
The arranged marriage from Hell. I didnt get the impression women suffered from Pon Far, since they had T'Pol geting married in Enterprise.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2012 16:30
I can't remember if I read this or if it was mentioned somewhere in one of the later series...but I recall it being explained that this was one of the reasons Vulcans developed their logical culture -- the women were getting fed up with the wildly erratic, emotional behavior in the men and decided they weren't going to take it any more.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2012 17:34
Women rule!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 13 Jun 2012 15:51
Originally posted by ElectricWhite I can't remember if I read this or if it was mentioned somewhere in one of the later series...but I recall it being explained that this was one of the reasons Vulcans developed their logical culture -- the women were getting fed up with the wildly erratic, emotional behavior in the men and decided they weren't going to take it any more.Could Earth women follow their example, please???
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jun 2012 14:10
Are you talking about Pon Far?
There's actually a hysterical fic on FF.net where Sheldon goes into Pon Far... and naturally Penny is the recipient of his 'urges'. Definitely smutty, but a worthwhile read. I'll have to see if I can dig up a link...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jun 2012 14:56
Okay, you've been waiting two weeks for the next installment... hope it's worth it!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jun 2012 14:57
Just wondering why they can't get into the Phoenix... the elevation bubble appears to be clear?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Jun 2012 15:03
Hey, TJs back! Hope you had a great time.
That would be too logical, to use the bubble. We must have angst!
Marching flowers. Didn't the Jigokillers ove around on their own?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Jun 2012 15:16
Welcome back TJ, I hope you had a great vacation.
What is this about using a remote control to turn the phoenix into the firebird? I thought the ship had to be moving to change, let alone the team on/in the ship to go Firey.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jun 2012 16:39
Clearly this Phoenix has powers (and limitations) beyond what we can imagine...
Thanks guys! I had a great time, but I sure missed this place!
Thanks guys! I had a great time, but I sure missed this place!
Hi TJ! 
Good to have you back!
A remote-controlled Phoenix...now, that's a good idea! The team won't even have to get out bed in the morning!
Good to have you back!
A remote-controlled Phoenix...now, that's a good idea! The team won't even have to get out bed in the morning!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jun 2012 04:29
It could be remote controlled in proximity to Mark's communicator (or one of their communicators.) But I do understand what you are saying Daniella.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Jun 2012 07:59
In Gatchaman 2, the New God Phoenix was sort of remote-controlled - it had an autopilot robot named Pimer! Ken could contact Pimer on his bracelet and ask Pimer to fly places, give a pickup/dropoff, etc.
Okay, I'm stepping away from the remote control discussion.
The "March of the Doom Flowers" sounds like it could have come from The Nutcracker Suite ...you know, like "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies"...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jun 2012 17:25
Now I can't get that song out of my head. Thanks EW!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jun 2012 20:13
Any time, Becky!
Hmm ... the team in leotards ... doing piroettes and grand jetes ... ninja-style ...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jun 2012 08:13
Write it, RIGirl!
Is it just me, or is anyone else getting the impression the writers have finally been watching some of the episodes?
Flowers taking over the world, a metamorphosing spaceship, and Zoltar aiming to steal gold... almost three episodes in one there!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Jun 2012 15:43
KT: When it rains, it pours!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jun 2012 13:12
And our next exciting installment...
I see zoltar's sense of self presevation is as strong as ever. of course he was never going to leave the ship while he knew G=force was out there waiting for him...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jun 2012 15:21
It's good to see Zoltar's being socially responsible by practicing safe thievery! (I wonder...are the tendrils ribbed for the vault's pleasure?) 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jun 2012 17:16
Zoltar is clearly a 'green' villain!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 30 Jun 2012 02:38
EWWWW! EW -sexual harassment - what if the bank vault wasn't willing?
I was thinking Day of the Triffids now I'm thinking
"Oh my big shiny thing, do you like the way my tenticals stroke you handles? do you like like the way my suckers pull at your firm metal?, oh big shiny thing, give it to me, open for me"
This flower is so sleazy!
Originally posted by littlewolf This flower is so sleazy!LOL ... littlewolf, I think I love you ...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jun 2012 11:03
Originally posted by littlewolf EWWWW! EW -sexual harassment - what if the bank vault wasn't willing? I was thinking Day of the Triffids now I'm thinking "Oh my big shiny thing, do you like the way my tenticals stroke you handles? do you like like the way my suckers pull at your firm metal?, oh big shiny thing, give it to me, open for me" This flower is so sleazy!LW, methinks a story lies within this!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 30 Jun 2012 19:13
To me this installment looked a bit like that 3D version of "Journey to the Centre of the Earth"...but this is even sillier...
"The flowers are walking"!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 1 Jul 2012 06:08
at first I was thinking " I'm not that twisted to do plant and metal"
But I lust for the condor and he is flesh and circuits
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jul 2012 12:14
Originally posted by littlewolf at first I was thinking " I'm not that twisted to do plant and metal" But I lust for the condor and he is flesh and circuitsSee? Does your pack know you or what?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jul 2012 19:13
Now they're adding the Gold Heist episode. They did suddenly watch a few episodes, probably becaue they were getting nasti-grams from their readers who were actual fans.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jul 2012 07:36
Either Zoltar is hedging his bets by robbing the bank, or he's obeying Cheesy Villain Rule #7: When conquering the world, divert resources to committing conventional crimes.
Really: if your evil scheme will net you the wealth of the world, why go to the trouble of robbing banks or extorting money?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 4 Jul 2012 14:34
I just HAVE to say it once again: "The flowers are walking!"
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jul 2012 19:45
Okay, okay! We get it -- the flowers are turning into streetwalkers! Do you want us to start playing cheesy '70's porn music to match their change in profession?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Jul 2012 01:25
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Okay, okay! We get it -- the flowers are turning into streetwalkers! Do you want us to start playing cheesy '70's porn music to match their change in profession?I was thinking something more on the lines of "Zoltar talks, flower walks".
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 5 Jul 2012 02:56
Unpublished Writer - were do we get a copy of the other Cheesy Villain rules?
double post
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 5 Jul 2012 04:01
Will you people stop encouraging my muse!!!!
Zoltar had hit upon a perfect plan to increase finances to his planet and infect the male population of earth in the process.
He would use the oldest profession in the world. For once those deranged scientist had done something correct and it was working.
The great spirit was please, finances were good and and increasing percentage of the males of utland were now addicted.
From secret cameras installed in prime location, Zoltar watched his latest creations at work.
The woman know only as "Dionaea" surveyed the corner she had been installed in, it was close to several bars that had been identified as ISO drinking spots.
She was beautiful by earth standards with just enough sleazyness to attract drunken men who wanted a "little extra" on their way home.
Her cloths were bright and whispy her skin colour would be accounted for by the street light she was under.
She began to prepare herself, she fluffed up her pistil and prepared her stigma, excreted enough nectar and perfume from her petals to attract unsuspecting drunken men with over stimulated stamen. The pollen she would transfer to them after the act would ensure the poison reached their system once they had sobered, also ensuring that they would also pass it onto other unsuspecting people, thus causing increased addiction that could only be satisfied by one off her kind, but only temporary.
She was the ultimate in science and evolution, a venus fly trap that let its victims go.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jul 2012 04:57
Originally posted by littlewolf Will you people stop encouraging my muse!!!!BUT .... that is what we are here for !! Isn't it? BTW: Nice post. Love the image of fluffing up the pistil and prepared the stigma.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jul 2012 05:05
Originally posted by littlewolf Unpublished Writer - were do we get a copy of the other Cheesy Villain rules?I don't know the CHEESY villain rules but have you seen these LW? Super Villain rules
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jul 2012 09:03
LW, I love it! You need to write the rest of that fic!!!!!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Jul 2012 12:47
Will there be any cross-pollination involved???
Maybe we should go to the Rubber Room for that!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jul 2012 18:43
Today's installment should provide more fodder for LW...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jul 2012 19:10
LW - a walking, talking venus fly trap. Very interesting. Are any members of G-Force going to fall for her wiles?
I'm still trying to get used to the fact the team can fly like Superman. Hope none of them are allergic to flowers!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jul 2012 19:14
Oh dear...that last panel reminds me a little bit of a high school health class movie...("Now we see the sperm cells swim furiously toward the egg, each one trying to be the first to reach the goal...")
OMG my muse is mumbling to herself
" cross-pollination? a hybrid? must google Carnivorous plant society and Royal Horticultural society for possible botanical term for hybrid
Must look in shed for Organic Chemistry, anatomy and Phys book, Books on variety of disease and medical intervention,known allergies hematology, DNA sequencing and photosynthesis notes, Gardening Books, Books on all things Bitiese"
mmm Cronus or Anderson first?, serious writing or funny ha ha"
I'm gonna think on this one, I know were all my medical books are ( right at the back of shed under 5 years of other stuff) I have been avoiding cleaning my shed for a loooong time.
ps still thinking Octo-triffids
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jul 2012 05:33
I made up the Cheesy Villain rules.
Just take that When I am the Evil Overlord list and figure out what sort of idiocy it refers to.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 6 Jul 2012 07:08
"The plants won't wither."
Seriously, you fire at them and you expect them to WITHER? Mine wither when I don't water them for a couple of days...
The last panel must be one of my all-time favourite phrases of this comic: "The flowers are firing their stamens at us!" This is even better than "The flowers are walking".
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jul 2012 10:30
Originally posted by Daniella T "The plants won't wither." Seriously, you fire at them and you expect them to WITHER? Mine wither when I don't water them for a couple of days... The last panel must be one of my all-time favourite phrases of this comic: "The flowers are firing their stamens at us!" This is even better than "The flowers are walking".Now it just makes the cheesy '70's porn music seem so ... inadequate, don't you think?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jul 2012 13:12
Octo-triffids... Does that mean they can live in water, too, or when they multiply, they do it in eights?
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 7 Jul 2012 00:03
pick the lottery numbers and winners of races and die under mysterious circumstances.
I was actually thinking of the number of 'runners/legs" they had.
but now I'm thinking if any of the "infected/addicted" ISO members get pregnant from their drunken encounter with with the "plant walkers" will they have multiple births
and in the birthing room the doctors are frantically trying to release the baby from the embriotic sac that it is still encased in (just add one bush fire). Suddenly the sac burst open, emitting a cloud of fine dust like power. The doctors and nurses cough as they try and clear the air, Upon gaining some form of visibility they now see were once was the sac a gooy like substance and 3 sets of small waving arm, emitting piercing cries. the doctors rush to assist the 3 newborns. Unnoticed upon the birthing table the mother begins to wither and die.
yer it's going to be a silly one
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 7 Jul 2012 00:07
and now for something creepy
"oh S.U.S,A.N I like it when you wave your stamen at me, it gives me a warm feeling in my fosdic"
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jul 2012 14:43
Originally posted by littlewolf and now for something creepy "oh S.U.S,A.N I like it when you wave your stamen at me, it gives me a warm feeling in my fosdic"Yeah, that's certainly one for the "ICK!" file.
I suddenly have the song "Reproduction" from Grease 2 rolling around in my head. **make my stamen go beserk**
Really creepy thinking of Zark and Susan with that song. *shivers*
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jul 2012 17:28
Originally posted by littlewolf pick the lottery numbers and winners of races and die under mysterious circumstances. I was actually thinking of the number of 'runners/legs" they had. but now I'm thinking if any of the "infected/addicted" ISO members get pregnant from their drunken encounter with with the "plant walkers" will they have multiple births and in the birthing room the doctors are frantically trying to release the baby from the embriotic sac that it is still encased in (just add one bush fire). Suddenly the sac burst open, emitting a cloud of fine dust like power. The doctors and nurses cough as they try and clear the air, Upon gaining some form of visibility they now see were once was the sac a gooy like substance and 3 sets of small waving arm, emitting piercing cries. the doctors rush to assist the 3 newborns. Unnoticed upon the birthing table the mother begins to wither and die. yer it's going to be a silly oneLW, the horror movie script writer. I'm never going near a flower again.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jul 2012 17:30
As long as Zark and Susan can't produce little Zarks.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jul 2012 17:53
Originally posted by Becky Rock As long as Zark and Susan can't produce little Zarks.Eeeek! We're being overrun by Zarklings!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 9 Jul 2012 04:56
1-zark-a-sus-1
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Jul 2012 08:04
Okjay now that I'm settling down from my trips, I'm getting back to this.
Today, G-Force actually appears to have some brains! Is that why Tiny's visor disappeared?
hey, they almost seem to be in the right costumes this time.... that can't be right can it?
Oh what a surprise, fire won't stop these pesky plants either......
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 24 Jul 2012 01:55
I do love the stain glass window they have installed on their cosy new bridge
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Jul 2012 08:25
Today, Mark has a wacky idea...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Jul 2012 11:56
So Mark gets a wacky idea about how to deal with the "Doom Flowers"...
The first thing that popped into my head: did the idea come from some "Wacky Weed"?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jul 2012 08:12
You never know! With this crazy comic, changing uniforms, etc., Mark needs to get away from it all!
Okay.... Wacky indeed!
I don't see how making the flowers grow bigger is going to thwart them. Make them so big, their xylem and phloem can no longer function efficiently enough for the flowers' size, or so that their stems aren't rigid enough to hold them upright?
Curious to see where this goes next!
Curious to see where this goes next!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jul 2012 11:54
Originally posted by lborgia88 I don't see how making the flowers grow bigger is going to thwart them.Maybe Mark thinks the plants are like the 50-foot-tall ants from the sci fi flicks from the 1950's -- there could never be 50-foot-tall ants on earth because they'd be crushed by the weight of their exoskeletons. So, maybe he thinks the plants would be crushed by their own weight.
[AUDREY II]
Feed me! Feed me! Feed me!
Feed me, Seymour/Mark
Feed me all night long
That's right, boy
You can do it
Feed me, Seymour/Mark
Feed me all night long
'Cause if you feed me, Seymour
I can grow up big and strong
Instructions for you genetically altered invading plant species:
Likes full sunlight.
Will grow from 50 to 100 feet
Do not feed goons or enemies after 6pm
Immune to fire, bomb blasts, or flaming planes
Keep away from breakables(include and not excluding, glass, steel, banks, buildings and small humans)
Has a tendancy to wander please restrain were appropriate
Enjoy the wonders of plant life.
Please note: The wearing of uniforms and masks are optional with ownership of these plants.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jul 2012 07:21
You know, you make a good point, LW! I wonder if these flowers (or heck, the original Jigokillers) were inspired by Little Shop of Horrors? Of course, there are also natural carnivorous plants which could have been the inspiration as well.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 29 Jul 2012 11:02
Probably the most dangerous words in this universe: "I've an idea!"
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jul 2012 18:28
Now we see Mark's wacky idea...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jul 2012 18:29
At least it wasn't Keyop saving the day in this one! He's had a little too much time in the limelight. I'm glad someone else gets a turn!
...huh?
They outgrew their own strength? If they sprayed it with a fertilizer, then they gave them the strength to grow. (and I ought to know, judging by those Triffids of tomatoes growing in my garden) Though I would understand if the gravity got the better of them or something... or perhaps what Mark used was some other thing that makes other things grow.
...wacky.
...wacky.
Ooh, triffids... Now they're something that the Spectrans should try. Though now that I think about it, the jigokillers were probably sort of triffid-inspired.
Today, a new story. You can tell it's a short one because we start right off with the action!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Aug 2012 07:50
I love how the robot has his name emblazoned on his chest!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Aug 2012 10:28
Well, tarrrr-nation, TJ! Looks like them good ol' boys better find themselves a little kid named David whose real good with one of them slingshots!
So Zoltar USUALLY invades under cover of hurricanes? Since when???
And does Zark send G-Force out to investigate every hurricane then, just in case?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Aug 2012 11:17
Originally posted by KT1972 And does Zark send G-Force out to investigate every hurricane then, just in case?No, just the ones called "Hilda", "Brunhilde", "Inga", and "Gertrude"!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Aug 2012 11:17
Originally posted by KT1972 And does Zark send G-Force out to investigate every hurricane then, just in case?Only the ones 1-Rover-1 finds to be suspicious...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Aug 2012 09:54
Today, Zoltar shows off....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Aug 2012 10:38
It's nice to see the 101st Cannonfodder division's still around...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Aug 2012 11:13
Originally posted by ElectricWhite It's nice to see the 101st Cannonfodder division's still around...Don't you mean the 'robot fighter planes'?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Aug 2012 11:31
Well, yeah, since they are fighting a robot...
EW, I think what TJ meant was that most of the fighter planes in BotP either had robot pilots or were remote control.
Heaven forbid that kids learn the cost of far at an early age. Half of them would join the military and the other half would become pacifists. Oh, wait, since most of us grew up in the post Vietnam era, that happened anyway. And too think the censors tried to shelter and protect us for not.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Aug 2012 19:49
Originally posted by amethyst EW, I think what TJ meant was that most of the fighter planes in BotP either had robot pilots or were remote control.Yep, Amethyst, that's what I was referring to: every fighter jet that went down in BOTP was flown by a robot.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Aug 2012 10:43
*sigh* 
try to be just a little sarcastic...
try to be just a little sarcastic...
Originally posted by ElectricWhite *sigh*LOL! No worries EW. Some of it is just habit, since not everyone realizes that the "real" pilots who died in Gatchaman (the cannon fodder), were robots in BotP. And obviously it is sometimes hard to tell the difference
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Aug 2012 12:09
For some reason this robot makes me think about the giant robot in the Astroboy movie ... didn't it also have its name written across its chest?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Aug 2012 16:38
You're right, CD! I had forgotten about that...
I wonder what kind of wacky plan will Mark come up with this time.
Oh, and every time I hear someone name anything with names like 'Goliath', 'Icarus', 'Phaeton' and so forth, I get slightly annoyed. (Which reminds me, I was leafing through a ((Czech)) catalogue with bathroom sets the other day. There was a set named 'Defile'. I had many interesting feelings when I read that. They ranged between a facepalm and hysterical laughter.)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Aug 2012 09:45
Originally posted by Victoria (Which reminds me, I was leafing through a ((Czech)) catalogue with bathroom sets the other day. There was a set named 'Defile'. I had many interesting feelings when I read that. They ranged between a facepalm and hysterical laughter.)At least that makes a little more sense than a Japanese brand of shampoo and conditioner I found in the 1980's ... would you wash your hair with something called "My Pee"?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Aug 2012 10:09
I wouldn't drink it either!
I cringe whenever we go out and DH orders Corona.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Aug 2012 11:26
[FONT=courier new]It's Engrish at it's finest. And for more fun, go to [url]engrish.com[/url][/FONT]
When I spent a whole 10 days in Japan, there was this drink called Calpiss (I'm pretty sure that's the spelling, as it's part of what made it funny). It was kind of a Gatorade, and it was a bit disturbingly murky white despite being clear. I've noticed when I see it in stores on this side of the Pacific it's got a different name.
ETA: It wasn't bad, really.
ETA: It wasn't bad, really.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Aug 2012 18:51
In Japan I found this one drink called Sweat. I think it was supposed to be some kind of vitamin water?
Pocari Sweat! That's another one. Actually, I think that's the one I was describing, the Calpiss was opaque white? I remember both products.
Opaque white, has me thinking coconut water or something like that.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Aug 2012 18:56
Originally posted by amethyst Opaque white...FYI: no relation!
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteLOL! And to think, I almost capitalized the w in white . . . .Originally posted by amethyst Opaque white...FYI: no relation!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Aug 2012 10:06
Today we get to hear part of Mark's brilliant plan...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Aug 2012 10:07
Chris, yes, Pocari Sweat, that's the one! We had to take a picture of the vending machine.
Then there were the Japanese hot dog crepes... mmmmm.... yummy!
Then there were the Japanese hot dog crepes... mmmmm.... yummy!
Just a guess here, is Mark's plan to scatter ball bearings in front of the giant to trip it over?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Aug 2012 12:05
Originally posted by KT1972 Just a guess here, is Mark's plan to scatter ball bearings in front of the giant to trip it over?Bwah-ha-ha! Foolish mortal! Such a blatantly simple plan will certainly FAIL! Bwah-ha-ha-ha! Oh, sorry, I got caught up in Zoltar's slightly over-the-top "Space Opera Villain" act...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Aug 2012 12:18
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Then there were the Japanese hot dog crepes... mmmmm.... yummy!All we have to do is add some strawberry-flavored Cheetos from China, and we'll have a party!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Aug 2012 17:24
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteThat is, it would fail if the writers of this comic had any imagination whatsoever.Originally posted by KT1972 Just a guess here, is Mark's plan to scatter ball bearings in front of the giant to trip it over?Bwah-ha-ha! Foolish mortal! Such a blatantly simple plan will certainly FAIL! Bwah-ha-ha-ha!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 12 Aug 2012 12:57
Yup, so Mark has a plan -- again! Is he, in the opinion of the writers, the only one in G-Force with a brain? Or has he hired them as his PR agency?
Can't wait to see Mark's plan, which, I'm afraid, will actually succeed
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Aug 2012 12:59
Well I'll give you a hint, Daniella... there's only one more page to this story. It's a short one! Given that, do you think Mark's plan succeeds?
FWIW, having Mark come up with an idea out of the blue and then having it work is very much canon... they used it in BOTP all of the time! At least now it's not Keyop the android always saving the day!
FWIW, having Mark come up with an idea out of the blue and then having it work is very much canon... they used it in BOTP all of the time! At least now it's not Keyop the android always saving the day!
Even in Gatch, it would be amusing to count how many times one of them says "What do we do, Ken?" Sometimes makes me expect him to yell, "Don't the rest of you have brains?!"
Originally posted by ChrisW Even in Gatch, it would be amusing to count how many times one of them says "What do we do, Ken?" Sometimes makes me expect him to yell, "Don't the rest of you have brains?!"You know you could use that in a story!
It has occurred to me, Ame. No story has presented itself yet, though, to go with it.
No story has presented itself yet, though, to go with it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Aug 2012 11:35
So, does Mark's plan work? Let's find out!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Aug 2012 11:36
Is it just me or does the smoke trail left by Zoltar's escape pod look disturbingly like an umbilical cord?
G-force have done it again, even if it was pretty obvious.... LOL
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Aug 2012 11:46
Never accuse these writers of being subtle...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Aug 2012 07:59
Today, a new dastardly plot from Zoltar...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Aug 2012 08:00
A replacement Zark! The thing is... it can't really be any worse than the original... Just saying...
OMG, TWO ZARK'S!!!!!!
Now I'm scared
ETA: who stole Zoltar's nose?
ETA: who stole Zoltar's nose?
I wonder how Zoltar knows about the Zark in the first place. Still, this could make for a good plot.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Aug 2012 08:27
Originally posted by clouddancer I wonder how Zoltar knows about the Zark in the first place. Still this could make for a good plot.The operative word being *could*....
Originally posted by Transmute JunExactly, I don't expect it from THIS comics group of writers, but I am sure a good fanfic writer could come up with a good story line.Originally posted by clouddancer I wonder how Zoltar knows about the Zark in the first place. Still this could make for a good plot.The operative word being *could*....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Aug 2012 10:11
HEY, THOSE JERKS STOLE FROM "BOTS GONE WILD!"
True, they way they got the duplicate's different, BUT STILL...!
Do G force go on Routine patrols? I thought their job was to mech bash and train.
That and eat spaceburgers
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Aug 2012 17:34
IIRC, they have gone on 'routine patrols' in canon.
Maybe two Zarks will be better than one!
Only thing though ... wouldn't 1-Rover-1 sniff out the duplicate ... especially if he doesn't have any kibbled carpet tacks or wrenches ....?
Originally posted by Victoria Oh, and every time I hear someone name anything with names like 'Goliath', 'Icarus', 'Phaeton' and so forth, I get slightly annoyed.Yeah, if you're going to use an Old Testament or mythological reference for your product's name, you might want to avoid the ones that were failures.
I will assume that Zoltar, being Spectran, isn't up on Earth's cultural history and didn't do his research thoroughly enough.
Did anyone else almost expect the box with the ball bearings to say "Acme" on it, or have I just watched too many Wile E. Coyote cartoons in my youth?
Originally posted by clouddancer I wonder how Zoltar knows about the Zark in the first place. Still, this could make for a good plot.I was going to add "Or knows where to find Center Neptune," but I don't think its location being a big secret was a BOTP plot point the way it was in Gatch... And anyway, if this is post-"Invasion of the Space Center," the Spectrans would know where to look for it. Or now that I think some more... in the BOTP episode, "The Silent City," (Gatch ep. 6
Zoltar is disguised as Chief Anderson and it's implied that he was impersonating Anderson even in the first scene where Anderson's briefing the team at (what sure looks like) Center Neptune.
Clearly security isn't very tight at Center Neptune -I could believe the Spectrans know all sorts of things about what's going on there!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 16 Aug 2012 02:27
For once, I'm quite curious to see how this installment will play out, and how long will they take to sniff out the false Zark -- and maybe decide to keep him and send the original back to Zoltar!
I'd think if they decide to keep the duplicate, then they make sure the original is totally destroyed first......
It certainly seems like a good start. We'll have to see if the rest of the story holds up...
LB, hat's a good point... does Zoltar know where Center Neptune is located? Heck, in this universe, perhaps Center Neptune is stationary and Zoltar only has to locate it once!
In the AMerican Gold Key comics, there were certainly a few instances of the Spectrans infiltrating Center Neptune.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Aug 2012 10:05
Originally posted by KT1972 I'd think if they decide to keep the duplicate, then they make sure the original is totally destroyed first......Or program the original to bother the heck out of Zoltar with his fussiness, narcissism, and mindless devotion.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Aug 2012 12:01
Originally posted by UnpublishedWriter...as if they'd really need to program Zark to annoy!Originally posted by KT1972 I'd think if they decide to keep the duplicate, then they make sure the original is totally destroyed first......Or program the original to bother the heck out of Zoltar with his fussiness, narcissism, and mindless devotion.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Aug 2012 16:21
I was thinking the same thing EW, doesn't Zark already have that trait programmed into him. 
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 Aug 2012 01:44
Can't you just see Zark cutting Zoltar off mid-sentence because he needs his ten-second oil break? Or merrily flying around the latest mecha with his little cape, pressing all sorts of buttons and cleaning the mecha's windows?
And Zoltar going, "that's it, I GIVE UP!"
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 Aug 2012 01:46
Originally posted by clouddancer I wonder how Zoltar knows about the Zark in the first place.The fans told him!
Originally posted by Daniella T Can't you just see Zark cutting Zoltar off mid-sentence because he needs his ten-second oil break?And if Zoltar refuses Zark that 10 second oil break, you know there's going to be a puddle on the floor...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 Aug 2012 11:24
TJ, villain mix-up! Do you mean if Zoltar refuses the 10 second oil break?
BTW, so THAT'S why Zark needs the oil breaks! Duh! To be honest, I never thought of it!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Aug 2012 11:42
Originally posted by Daniella T BTW, so THAT'S why Zark needs the oil breaks! Duh! To be honest, I never thought of it!...and all this time I thought the main purpose of the 10-second oil break was for Zark to talk dirty to Susan!
Oops! Thanks, Daniella! Fixed!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Aug 2012 14:03
LOL. Good catch.
So should I point out to you, TJ, that you are now mixing universes?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Aug 2012 08:02
Originally posted by clouddancer LOL. Good catch. So should I point out to you, TJ, that you are now mixing universes?That's what happens when I am concurrently writing fics in 2 different universes... ')
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Aug 2012 08:03
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Aug 2012 08:03
LOL, I love how the fake Zark just floats on over to Center Neptune, with his own air bubble! Maybe the real Zark should take up swimming, you know, to get out more...
Last panel.
Mark's helmet looks like a kitchen utensil. The sight seems to have somehow bleached Jason. Ryu took to wearing eye shadow. And... what's wrong with Jinpei and those beady eyes, staring in empty space? (oh, wait. Mark is getting 'feelings' again. Figures.)
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 19 Aug 2012 01:58
Possible answers to why Mark is getting that " Trouble" feeling again
His bar tab
Cause its in the "Script"
His eyebrow is drawn on badly
Tiny's eye shadow
Jason is being drawn a lot like him
Keyop has no pupils
He does not know what planet Tiny is circleing
Something he ate
Something the script writers ate
Something he ateMy guess. Does the GP have toilets on board? I don't think so.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Aug 2012 09:49
Originally posted by Victoria Does the GP have toilets on board? I don't think so.I hope so! They go on missions longer than 24 hours sometimes!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 19 Aug 2012 12:25
LOL, LW and Victoria! You've hit the nail right on the helmet!
From my part, I was wondering what the answer to the question "Where did you come from, 7-Zark-7?" was, and whether it involved two very curious guards being thrown overboard.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 19 Aug 2012 12:27
Originally posted by Transmute JunMaybe their suits can take care of it. Astronauts' suits, at least in the days before the space shuttle, could deal with "waste". At least, the men could. Somehow I can see it being more difficult for Princess, with the kind of uniform she's wearing.Originally posted by Victoria Does the GP have toilets on board? I don't think so.I hope so! They go on missions longer than 24 hours sometimes!
Originally posted by Daniella TBut Daniella, those suits were big bulky, not skin tight like Birdstyles. I remember one episode from Gatch, where Jinpei was seen relieving himself over a cliff. The scene was cut from BotP.Originally posted by Transmute JunMaybe their suits can take care of it. Astronauts' suits, at least in the days before the space shuttle, could deal with "waste". At least, the men could. Somehow I can see it being more difficult for Princess, with the kind of uniform she's wearing.Originally posted by Victoria Does the GP have toilets on board? I don't think so.I hope so! They go on missions longer than 24 hours sometimes!
In China, some cars are made/remodelled to accommodate this need as well.
Perhaps the GodPhoenix has a similar feature built into its seats. (in my opinion, it would be easier for G-3 to relieve herself, since she's not wearing a full-body suit, but then again I never gave much thought to how the team undresses without de-transmuting first.)
Perhaps the GodPhoenix has a similar feature built into its seats. (in my opinion, it would be easier for G-3 to relieve herself, since she's not wearing a full-body suit, but then again I never gave much thought to how the team undresses without de-transmuting first.)
Or maybe they dealt with it like they did on the original Star Trek ! I had a classmate who got hold of the specs for the Enterprise on both the original series and ST:NG -- the original had no bathrooms whatsoever, and the ST:NG had exactly one placed between the Battle Bridge and the Saucer section. (If anyone was caught there when the two sections separated...well, let's just say remembering to put the seat down was the least of their worries!)
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 20 Aug 2012 05:29
I haven't watched this infamous Gatch ep, it's interesting that they showed this -- even quite avant-garde for its time!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Aug 2012 11:34
Originally posted by Daniella T I haven't watched this infamous Gatch ep, it's interesting that they showed this -- even quite avant-garde for its time!It's in Episode 83 A Deadly Ring of Fire. Victoria, that car is just weird! And... ugh!!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Aug 2012 08:19
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Aug 2012 08:20
So much wrong with this one!!!!! And I'm wondering about Princess' comment that they need a 'tonic'... does she mean a gin & tonic? Are they all going to be drinking alcohol? The horror!!!!!!!!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Aug 2012 11:18
Originally posted by Transmute Jun So much wrong with this one!!!!! And I'm wondering about Princess' comment that they need a 'tonic'... does she mean a gin & tonic? Are they all going to be drinking alcohol? The horror!!!!!!!!!!!Hey, I'm amazed they didn't start boozing it up loooooooong ago!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 21 Aug 2012 12:35
"CAPTAIN" Anderson? Was that a promotion or a demotion?
"Perhaps we all need a tonic" -- yes, perhaps you do, with the stuff going on here!
"Earth's WATCH-DOG"? Won't 1-Rover-1 be offended?
And which Zark is on the screen in the last panel?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Aug 2012 14:32
I am wondering why the fake Zark felt he needed to kill/deal with the guards?
Couldn't he have passed himself off as Zark going for a stroll? Wouldn't that have been easier than leaving behind bodies to be found. Oh wait, I am forgetting nothing really makes sense in this universe.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Aug 2012 14:46
Oh the fake Zark only stunned the guards. After all, Zoltar assured him they would remember nothing.
Of course, they wouldn't remember anything if they were dead, but then this is BOTP...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Aug 2012 11:06
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Oh the fake Zark only stunned the guards. After all, Zoltar assured him they would remember nothing. Of course, they wouldn't remember anything if they were dead, but then this is BOTP...But, TJ, if the guards were dead, couldn't they come back as ghosts and let G-Force know what happened? Or they could possess 1-Rover-1 and make him bite the fake Zark! Or they could....
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 22 Aug 2012 12:58
Aaaargh, I take back my previous comment -- now I need a tonic!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Aug 2012 15:30
Originally posted by Daniella T Aaaargh, I take back my previous comment -- now I need a tonic!Maybe I could whip up a little something for you, DT! (Heh, heh!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Aug 2012 07:01
Clearly these comics are enough to drive anyone crazy!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 23 Aug 2012 13:38
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteCheers! Hic!Originally posted by Daniella T Aaaargh, I take back my previous comment -- now I need a tonic!Maybe I could whip up a little something for you, DT! (Heh, heh!)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Aug 2012 13:44
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Clearly these comics are enough to drive anyone crazy!How quaint ... you actually think I need to be driven there!
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI think I was there long before I found this place. I can live with the bad script for these comics, particularly if they can be viewed as a spoof or a parody. What get's me is the plastic look of the artwork. Maybe we've been spoiled in this fandom, but the artwork in these comics is worse than the writing in them.Originally posted by Transmute Jun Clearly these comics are enough to drive anyone crazy!How quaint ... you actually think I need to be driven there!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Aug 2012 18:09
Originally posted by amethyst What get's me is the plastic look of the artwork. Maybe we've been spoiled in this fandom, but the artwork in these comics is worse than the writing in them.Um, no offense, but I think you just insulted the entire plastics industry with that comment, Amethyst...
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI've seen some of the crap the plastic industry has put out, and know how long it takes to biodegrade. I'm not worried about insulting the plastic industry.Originally posted by amethyst What get's me is the plastic look of the artwork. Maybe we've been spoiled in this fandom, but the artwork in these comics is worse than the writing in them.Um, no offense, but I think you just insulted the entire plastics industry with that comment, Amethyst...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Aug 2012 18:53
Wow, you certainly seem to be in one hell of a mood! Is there something going on, or should I just shut up and put on a couple of extra bulletproof vests?
Is there something going on, or should I just shut up and put on a couple of extra bulletproof vests?
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Wow, you certainly seem to be in one hell of a mood!No, I wouldn't worry. At least I don't think so. Well, my knee tried to go out yesterday, and swelled up (not sure why that happened), but I spent the day laying down for the most part and popping Aleve every few hours to make sure the swelling goes down. As for my previous answer, no offense was taken; just wasn't worried, then or now, about pissing the plastic industry. urm .... Should I be?
Eek amethyst, hope your knee feels better soon! RICE?
Originally posted by ChrisW Eek amethyst, hope your knee feels better soon! RICE?Naw, just Rest and Elevation, and Aleve. It only tried to go out, it didn't succeed, which is good. Last time it went out it was in pain for two weeks and I limped for a month. Not fun, but I've been dealing with this since I was 12. When it's not hurting, exercise helps, and so has losing weight. If I ever get insurance, I'll have to make a decision about surgery. I know it will help, but not sure if it will cure the problem or just open me to other problems. I'll cross that bridge when I get there, if I get there.
I hope your knee feels better soon, Amethyst.
In your honor, I will post another exciting panel to this story... no offense to the plastics industry, of course.
UGH... Photobucket is having some kind of issue today, and I can't seem to upload anything...
In your honor, I will post another exciting panel to this story... no offense to the plastics industry, of course.
UGH... Photobucket is having some kind of issue today, and I can't seem to upload anything...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Aug 2012 10:12
Now it's working! Yay!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Aug 2012 15:16
NOOOOOOOO!!!!! Not 1-Rover-1! Fake Zark has taken foul loathsomeness to a new low!
BTW -- hope you feel better soon, Ame!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Aug 2012 15:56
LOL, EW !!!
I was shocked to see Rover being zapped as well, but then again I guess he could have alerted someone if he had not been.
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 24 Aug 2012 16:33
not only has he got the "amobilizing eyes of impending doom"
but he's got the " pointy finger of your in trouble young man, wait till your father gets home"
whose mother did Zoltar steal that off????
Captain Anderson is going metrosexual with that nice fuschia suit.
and now a thought bubbble for zark
and Mark, yes Mark disobeying a direct order
oh! the horror
(LW fall to the round, pound fists, then reaches both hands into the air)
when will it end. ?
(insert dramatic overacted wail, then curls into corner to rock)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Aug 2012 17:03
Originally posted by littlewolf oh! the horror (LW fall to the round, pound fists, then reaches both hands into the air) when will it end. ? (insert dramatic overacted wail, then curls into corner to rock)
And, lo, the anguished cries and gnashing of teeth did spread throughout Gatchamania!
For what had been considered the lowest went lower still;
lower than a dachshund's belly button
lower than an earthworm's anus
lower than the attendees of a political convention
Did this comic dare to go!
Oh, woe, woe to us all!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Aug 2012 20:17
Originally posted by littlewolf Captain Anderson is going metrosexual with that nice fuschia suit.Actually, I think it might be the color reflecting off of the fake Zark's 'laser beam' (or whatever it is). And presumably these rays aren't lethal... seeing as everyone's getting zapped!
Thanks, everyone. The knee is feeling better today, even went for a walk tonight, but pulled out my walking shoes instead of my all-terrain sandals, just in case walking in those is what was causing the pain.
Gotta feeling this one is gonna be short. Everyone seems to have caught on to something being wrong with Zark. Wonder if Keyop will be immune to the eyes.
LW, I'd have to rewatch and tally, but I think Mark actually disobeys and runs off on his own more than Jason does. Jason just gets in more trouble whenever he does it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Aug 2012 08:01
Now the plot thickens... although I'm a little disappointed with Zoltar's lack of creativity...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Aug 2012 10:25
TJ, you're disappointed at the lack of creativity....have you been paying attention to ANY of the previous storylines?!?
Is it just me, or are those ships supposed to look like the Phoenix with a purple color scheme? And those robots possibly Zark's predecessors?
Ironically, I think I may like the premise for this one better than the others. At least so far ....
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Aug 2012 10:44
And then there were more and more of these comics ....!! Without the intention of offending anyone, I must agree that the level of creativity remained the same as I've left it!
Amethyst ... hope your knee is much better by now!
I'm wondering if the inspiration for this story came from the "Decoys of Doom" episode!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Aug 2012 10:54
Originally posted by KT1972 I'm wondering if the inspiration for this story came from the "Decoys of Doom" episode!Makes sense...going from "Decoys of Doom" to "Decoys of Duh"!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Aug 2012 11:08
Originally posted by ElectricWhite TJ, you're disappointed at the lack of creativity....have you been paying attention to ANY of the previous storylines?!?But this one started off with such potential!!!!!! And all Zoltar does is try to get G-Force out of the way? Not kill any of them? Sigh...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Aug 2012 11:10
Originally posted by KT1972 I'm wondering if the inspiration for this story came from the "Decoys of Doom" episode!Actually, the next storyline is more like that one...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Aug 2012 11:14
Originally posted by Transmute JunRemember, oh mighty TJ, that this is BotP, not Gatch!Originally posted by ElectricWhite TJ, you're disappointed at the lack of creativity....have you been paying attention to ANY of the previous storylines?!?But this one started off with such potential!!!!!! And all Zoltar does is try to get G-Force out of the way? Not kill any of them? Sigh...
Originally posted by Transmute JunYou mean there's still more! And to think Top Cow which had decent art and storylines even if had a little too much blending of the universes and characters only got about 15 and left us with a nasty cliffhanger. Marie, my knee is doing better, thanks. The swelling has gone down and the pain is neither sharp nor constant, which is all I ask. I'm thinking it had to be the shoes I was wearing for walking as a few days rest and then changing shoes helped.Originally posted by KT1972 I'm wondering if the inspiration for this story came from the "Decoys of Doom" episode!Actually, the next storyline is more like that one...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Aug 2012 19:24
Originally posted by amethyst You mean there's still more!This comic published 2 pages once a week (I'm posting 1 page at a time) for 2+ years. You do the math on how many more there are to go...
Originally posted by Transmute JunI knew there was a reason I went for English and Literature. At least we know we'll have something to laugh at for another year/year and a half (Can't remember exactly when you started posting this comic).Originally posted by amethyst You mean there's still more!This comic published 2 pages once a week (I'm posting 1 page at a time) for 2+ years. You do the math on how many more there are to go...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Aug 2012 06:19
I'll keep posting as long as people are interested! At first I only had 14 stories of this comic (we're on number 9 now) but a friend sent me the rest.... that's a lot!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Sep 2012 08:09
Strangely, today's panel makes some sense...
so Keyop being an android comes in useful yet again, but wouldn't Zoltar have figured that out and programmed it into the phoney Zark's memory?
Or am I being too logical for this comic?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Sep 2012 11:12
Originally posted by KT1972 so Keyop being an android comes in useful yet again, but wouldn't Zoltar have figured that out and programmed it into the phoney Zark's memory?Clearly Zoltar can't know all of G-Force's abilities, else he would actually win!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Sep 2012 13:11
Originally posted by Transmute JunPlus it would be too logical for this comic! (I'm still in shock that a panel actually makes some sense!)Originally posted by KT1972 so Keyop being an android comes in useful yet again, but wouldn't Zoltar have figured that out and programmed it into the phoney Zark's memory?Clearly Zoltar can't know all of G-Force's abilities, else he would actually win!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Sep 2012 17:27
Androids never forget? Good to know, they won't need post-it notes.
And where did "Geronimo" come from?
Originally posted by Daniella T And where did "Geronimo" come from?Looks like Mark. Maybe this is the comic version of his Tarzan yell.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Sep 2012 08:33
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Sep 2012 08:34
Wow, I never knew Zark's control room was so big! All of the G-Force Team, 1-Rover-1 and tons of space left over!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Sep 2012 09:59
Uh....planet Spectre ?!?
I am wondering why Mark is referring to Zoltar as OUR Zoltar ... Maybe Mark was also switched with a double?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Sep 2012 11:08
Originally posted by KT1972 I just love Keyop petting 1-Rover-1Well he is an animal lover!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Sep 2012 11:31
And don't forget -- he's a charter member of the SPCRA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Robotic Animals)! 
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2012 10:28
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Sep 2012 02:23
Originally posted by clouddancer I am wondering why Mark is referring to Zoltar as OUR Zoltar ... Maybe Mark was also switched with a double?Yeah, that threw me off too. I was wondering if I was seeing *discreet cough* double!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Sep 2012 09:21
And now, the exciting conclusion!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Sep 2012 09:22
It just doesn't seem like BOTP if 'humanoid-manned ships met destruction', does it?
Yet Zoltar escapes...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 Sep 2012 14:35
How would Zoltar take the phrase "he will be small"?
Me wonders...
For some reason, what really cracks me up is the oh-so-low-tech solution for dealing with the double -they tie a bag over his head. Or maybe I'm just wishing they'd inflict that indignity on the real Zark.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Sep 2012 12:05
I seem to recall that 'bag over the head' thing was really popular in 1970s sitcoms and cartoons...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Sep 2012 12:14
...Or maybe Keyop was just getting it ready for the next Center Neptune garage sale -- all he'd have to do is slap a tag on it that says, "Mystery Grab Bag -- $1.00".
...Or maybe they wanted to see if the fake Zark could do the trick I saw several guys do when I was in college: stretch a condom over his head and inflate it with his nose!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Sep 2012 10:11
Originally posted by Victoria Who in the world talks like that. Is it that age? Is it the writers?It's strictly the writers -- nobody ever talked like that! But it was common in the early super hero comic books, though I have no idea why they thought using over-the-top corny phrases enhanced the character.... ...I do recommend watching the "Batman" tv series from the 1960's. They lay on this type of dialogue pretty thick (as well as a good number of other well-worn comic book and superhero movie traditions), but it's all done as a joke.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Sep 2012 12:45
Today we start with a brand new story...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Sep 2012 13:05
A steam train in space ????
O...K.... absolutely nothing suspicious about a flying steam locomotive then.
Well, it's obviously the Galaxy Express 999. Now all it needs is a person with long, blond hair to play the part of Maetel and it'll be perfect.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Sep 2012 19:05
Well, that sounds better than my first thought -- that somebody had slipped something funny in their spaceburgers!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Sep 2012 19:39
This one is certainly off to a rousing start!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Sep 2012 22:53
Originally posted by Victoria Well, it's obviously the Galaxy Express 999.Chuckles ... that was my first impression, too!!
Jinpei would make a fine Tetsuro, IMO. And Joe could be Captain Harlock.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Sep 2012 08:50
Oooooh! I can so see Joe wearing that eye patch, and with that scar on his face! Now that I'm thinking, I can really see hints of similarity between him and Captain Harlock! ... both in aspect and in character! As to Jinpei being the second Tetsuro ... well, the rounded eyes are there and so is the age!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 12 Sep 2012 14:24
I honestly have trouble with the dialogue in this one!
Is " it's got about those in the history books" a real sentence?
My second thought was, it could be the start of a BOTP - Harry Potter crossover, since they've got the Hogwarts Express!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Sep 2012 17:47
Originally posted by Daniella T Is " it's got about those in the history books" a real sentence?You've got a point, there, DT. . . it would have been a much better sentence if the writer left out "about". . . . I just let it go because I thought Keyop was so excited about seeing the steam engine that he wasn't paying attention to his grammar and usage!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Sep 2012 07:24
And now, after all of those wonderful ideas you all had... the locomotive disappears!
oh I love it when they try to imply that G-force have met their match... we so know they haven't!!!
Oh, and those "missing" starships, where have I seen those before?
What's with the funky vehicles? What happened to their normal ones?
"They look deserted and overgrown ..."
Ships grow?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Sep 2012 18:43
Originally posted by amethyst Ships grow?Well, I know they can glow, according to Dad's experience during Operation Redwing. . .
I... I'm at a loss here. Of all the things Zoltar could've used as a bait for the G-force, why a locomotive? That's so bizarre. I mean, fair enough. It certainly is unusual to find one in space. So is an armadillo, a peach tree, or Darren Aronofsky. One would think that Zoltar would use something with even the slightest connection to the team. Unless that was the point. (btw, Princess seems to be experiencing some sort of religious ecstasy there, on the second panel)
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Sep 2012 02:48
Originally posted by Victoria (btw, Princess seems to be experiencing some sort of religious ecstasy there, on the second panel)
It seems so!!
Originally posted by KT1972 Notice Mark and Princess are sharing?That's the first thing I noticed, too!
Originaly posted by amethyst "They look deserted and overgrown ..." Ships grow?I don't know whether they were referring to weeds that might have overgrown around them, or if they meant that the ships were looking deserted and consequently way neglected!
Originally posted by gatchamarieMarie, I have no doubts that's exactly what they meant, but the grammarian in me, had to point it out. TBH, if I had beta read this, I'd have questioned, but since it is dialogue, wouldn't have made a recommendation, because speech is rarely perfect.Originaly posted by amethyst "They look deserted and overgrown ..." Ships grow?I don't know whether they were referring to weeds that might have overgrown around them, or if they meant that the ships were looking deserted and consequently way neglected!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 15 Sep 2012 12:54
Originally posted by KT1972 Oh, and those "missing" starships, where have I seen those before?Oh my! After their Harry Potter cross-over, they're doing a Star Wars one? As for using the locomotive as a bait...well, maybe that's the beginning of another cross-over! I was watching Season 5 of The Big Bang Theory on DVD -- Sheldon would DEFINITELY be baited by a locomotive, and if it works for him, why can't it work for G-Force? Confused, confused!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Sep 2012 07:54
LOL, Daniella! I suppose Keyop might be really into locomotives!
BTW, did I tell you that on our way to Comic Con this year we took one day in Los Angeles and made it a 'train day', as per Sheldon's recommendation?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Sep 2012 08:27
And Zoltar's trap is sprung!
And they all just wander inside without suspecting a thing?
You'd think they would have more sense than that and at least left Tiny behind on the Phoenix, just in case?
You'd think they would have more sense than that and at least left Tiny behind on the Phoenix, just in case?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Sep 2012 08:48
Oh no, of course not! Why leave Tiny behind?
You realize now Zoltar could just abscond with the Phoenix too...
Yeah, I'm sure that is all part of Zoltar's wicked plan too.... just wondering if he'll know how to pilot it?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Sep 2012 13:25
Originally posted by Transmute Jun BTW, did I tell you that on our way to Comic Con this year we took one day in Los Angeles and made it a 'train day', as per Sheldon's recommendation?I SO have to come to a ComicCon!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Sep 2012 13:27
Mark actually said something clever in this installment - he noticed the lack of footprints! I 'm impressed!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Sep 2012 22:51
Originally posted by Daniella T Mark actually said something clever in this installment - he noticed the lack of footprints! I 'm impressed!Yes ... but, they still went straight in into the trap!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 19 Sep 2012 02:00
Originally posted by gatchamarieHey, a leader can only lead so much -- the team has to do some thinking too!Originally posted by Daniella T Mark actually said something clever in this installment - he noticed the lack of footprints! I 'm impressed!Yes ... but, they still went straight in into the trap!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2012 08:17
Originally posted by Daniella TWhat do you think I've been saying??????Originally posted by Transmute Jun BTW, did I tell you that on our way to Comic Con this year we took one day in Los Angeles and made it a 'train day', as per Sheldon's recommendation?I SO have to come to a ComicCon!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2012 08:18
Originally posted by Daniella T Mark actually said something clever in this installment - he noticed the lack of footprints! I 'm impressed!Although to be fair, there might not be any footprints if the wind blew sand over them.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2012 08:30
How does G-Force get out of this?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2012 08:31
You know... not that I'm complaining, but it seems like Zoltar should have just crashed/blown up the ship, don't you think?
SUPER-POWERS PYRAMID???????
Well they got the team in the right positions at least.... just not sure if Mark or Princess perch on just the one shoulder of Jason and Tiny.
I'd like to know what these other forms are that they transmute into too.......
on the plus side, i think it's sweet how mark is holding princess' hand in the pyramid formation.
Originally posted by KT1972 SUPER-POWERS PYRAMID??????? Well they got the team in the right positions at least.... just not sure if Mark or Princess perch on just the one shoulder of Jason and Tiny. on the plus side, i think it's sweet how mark is holding princess' hand in the pyramid formation.Almost ... Mark should be on Tiny and Princess on Jason. And is this really the time for holding hands?
Originally posted by KT1972 I'd like to know what these other forms are that they transmute into too.......Creative license? We do sometimes see the bird silhouettes in battle scenes, but that line is just really poorly written and/or placed.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2012 09:44
Originally posted by amethyst And is this really the time for holding hands?There's *always* time for a little romance in a good story! Of course, whether or not this is a 'good story' is up for debate...
Zoltar still has a chance to grab the Phoenix even if he hasn't gotten G-Force -it's currently parked somewhere on that asteroid, unoccupied.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Sep 2012 00:22
Originally posted by Transmute Jun You know... not that I'm complaining, but it seems like Zoltar should have just crashed/blown up the ship, don't you think?That was my same thinking! Why going through such a hassle, and procedure, when we well know that every delay always results into an escape!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Sep 2012 09:01
...I just wish they would stop calling this cosmic object with its own gravity, atmosphere and ecosystem an 'asteroid'.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Sep 2012 11:31
Originally posted by Victoria ...I just wish they would stop calling this cosmic object with its own gravity, atmosphere and ecosystem an 'asteroid'.But then we'd have say something other than "This storyline sure is a pain in the asteroid!"
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Sep 2012 13:36
Originally posted by Victoria ...I just wish they would stop calling this cosmic object with its own gravity, atmosphere and ecosystem an 'asteroid'.But... that's canon! After all, Zarkadia is an asteroid. That's where the giant lava Jesus... uh... Magma Giant... appeared!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 25 Sep 2012 14:47
A-ha! They're going for a super-powers boost!
Wonder what that is...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun But... that's canon! After all, Zarkadia is an asteroid. That's where the giant lava Jesus... uh... Magma Giant... appeared!Aah, that takes me back years to when I first read Ayako's Production Diaries from the magma/lava Jesus episode... good times. (Btw., don't know much about Zarkadia as I'm not too privy to the BotP universe, but it sure sounds like things don't make much sense there. It makes me kind of grateful for 'merely' having names such as Goodheart seared into my memory)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Sep 2012 08:21
Today, we overhear Zoltar's evil plan!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Sep 2012 08:21
Wait... the G-Force Team can turn into smoke?????
well how else were they going to get through the ventilation shafts?
Think the writers watched "Decoys of Doom" before they wrote this story, or simply rehashed their plot to copy 7-Zark-7 since copying something so close to the team was obviously doomed to fail?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Sep 2012 11:44
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait... the G-Force Team can turn into smoke?????Didn't anybody tell them that smoking's bad for them?!?
Geez, that doesn't bode well for their "role model" status!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Sep 2012 14:01
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait... the G-Force Team can turn into smoke?????That was my exact reaction too. If I had known that was possible, then I have no idea how many situations I could have gotten the team out of through my years of "creating."
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Sep 2012 01:36
Everything seems possible in these comics! ... I so wish I could turn into smoke whenever I want that easily!!
And, again, G-Force is just in time to literally hear Zoltar's detailed plan, and to save the day! ... or not?!
And, again, G-Force is just in time to literally hear Zoltar's detailed plan, and to save the day! ... or not?!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Sep 2012 06:20
It might be more fun if they weren't in time to save the day... but then, there's only one more 'issue' (2 pages) in this story, so that would suggest that this will be wrapped up quickly!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait... the G-Force Team can turn into smoke?????
Okay, some writer was either pretty clueless about what "superpowers" G-Force is supposed to have (figuring, maybe, that if their ship can turn into flames, that they must be able to become smoke?) or really lazy and just looking for a quick way to get them inside the secret factory in only two panels.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Sep 2012 07:33
I suspect they didn't know much about the original show and were just making it up. Jason told me he once interviewed a guy who wrote the French BOTP comics (which were apparently just as bad) and the guy admitted that they had never even seen the show and were working off of stills and very little information. I don't think it was much different in the US and UK, from what I've seen!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Sep 2012 08:45
But look at the avenues this opens, now that we know that they also have this super-power!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Sep 2012 10:05
Yeah, every time a smoke detector goes off, we hear Spectrans say, "Damn, G-Force is here!"
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Yeah, every time a smoke detector goes off, we hear Spectrans say, "Damn, G-Force is here!"
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Oct 2012 08:57
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Oct 2012 08:57
Wait... where did Princess get that bucket of water?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Oct 2012 10:31
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait... where did Princess get that bucket of water?I guess you haven't read any of the Spectran procedure manuals, huh? It's standard practice to keep several buckets of water near sensitive electronic equipment and near any place an electrical fire may break out!
It's not much different than their practice of keeping lit tiki torches wherever they store fuel or gas up their vehicles!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Oct 2012 14:38
EW, LOL.
That was more or less what I was thinking. Good to see we share some of the same ideas.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2012 01:58
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait... where did Princess get that bucket of water?Same spontaneous question here!! EW ... you always have the right answer!! ... a kick in the jewels could have been a better option, though, since the goon seems unarmed!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Oct 2012 06:46
Originally posted by gatchamarie ... a kick in the jewels could have been a better option, though, since the goon seems unarmed!Hey, this is BOTP, here! Keep it clean!
Maybe she could turn into smoke and make him cough himself unconscious?
Actually, I liked Daniella's suggestion.....
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Oct 2012 14:12
Originally posted by KT1972 Actually, I liked Daniella's suggestion.....Probably you mean EW, KT! I wish I had made the suggestion, but I didn't.
However, may I object to the sexist and agist use of the term "girl" by Zoltar?
sorry, my mistake, it was actually Marie's suggestion i was commenting on.....if any child was to copy this, I'd rather they gave someone a swift kick than threw water about a room full of electrical equipment.
It looked as if Princess succeeded in turning off the electrical supply before the water got thrown though.....
So does this mean that goons melt? Are they related to the Wicked Witch of the West?
Or is that not truly a bucket of water?
Originally posted by RIgirl So does this mean that goons melt? Are they related to the Wicked Witch of the West? Or is that not truly a bucket of water?Or they could be following a bit from a little-read appendix to the manual: when water's not available, fill the buckets with sulfuric acid! (That's so much safer, don't ya think?)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Oct 2012 07:28
Originally posted by Daniella T However, may I object to the sexist and agist use of the term "girl" by Zoltar?Give him a break! He's an alien from Spectra! English is not hi primary language. For all we know, it's his third or tenth....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Oct 2012 07:32
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Oct 2012 07:33
Based on this page, I'd say that water is clearly the Spectrans' ultimate weapon! No wonder they keep it lying around, just in case!
And I loved Mark's comment about the hose!
And I loved Mark's comment about the hose!
Oh dear, I might have been hanging around this group's smut-mongers too long! I found myself wondering if Mark actually meant a hose or his hose... 
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 4 Oct 2012 02:15
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Oh dear, I might have been hanging around this group's smut-mongers too long! I found myself wondering if Mark actually meant a hose or his hose...
Still, it's kind of worrying when Princess -- their explosives expert -- doesn't expect the water will cause a short-circuit. I'd recommend back to school for all of them!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Oct 2012 06:30
To be fair, no one would have expected THAT MUCH of a short circuit!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Oct 2012 08:15
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Oct 2012 08:16
Bike riding must be mentally disturbing... they all have weird, Joker-like clown faces!!!!
And identical outfits too... what's that all about?
Still, can't link a viking to Spectra..... or can we?
Oh god. The horrible pink grinning people shall surely haunt my nightmares tonight. (Also. What exactly is going on with Jason[?]'s leg there? Was the portion between the pants and the calf vaporized? And did Keyop grow a beard while we weren't watching? If Vikings hail from Scandinavia, shouldn't they dress more warmly? So many questions...again)
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 7 Oct 2012 15:00
Aaaargh... I can barely bear to see this... (peaks through fingers) brrrr....
I ll be back later for comments, when I feel ready to face the disturbing art 
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Oct 2012 09:18
Oh, no! Those mannequin-like faces again! I HATE mannequins!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Oct 2012 10:48
Originally posted by Daniella T Aaaargh... I can barely bear to see this... (peaks through fingers) brrrr....Put on a pair of really dark glasses while doing that, and you'll have my secret for looking at most of these pages!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2012 10:54
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2012 10:55
So... the vikings are just some glorified version of Yogi Bear... all they wanted was the picnic lunch!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Oct 2012 11:05
So...a bunch of hairy thugs with really low standards (a picnic being "rich prizes for plunder") might be too strong for G-Force. Huh.
Kinda wonder what would happen if a couple of kids wearing sheets jumped out of the bushes and yelled, "Boo!"
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2012 11:34
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Kinda wonder what would happen if a couple of kids wearing sheets jumped out of the bushes and yelled, "Boo!"You mean, like these guys?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Oct 2012 11:53
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Oct 2012 11:54
I guess those vikings were re-energized from their stolen picnic lunch!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Oct 2012 01:15
And, I wonder whether Princess was happy when she exclaimed, "Real Vikings! Wild men!"! More likely, not, also by the look on her face! ... it's just my mind switching to the dirty mode! Mark surely looks terrified!
is Mark thinking....I hope she doesn't expect me to behave like that later.....
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Oct 2012 00:36
Maybe there was Comic Con held nearby
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Oct 2012 08:42
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Oct 2012 08:44
Invulnerable vikings that loot cars! Oh, the horror!
I'm surprised they haven't figured out Zoltar's involved yet, he's usually top of their list of suspects isn't he?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 16 Oct 2012 13:43
Now they have to face Vikings with their own superpowers, they're too busy to think of Zoltar! And maybe Jason hasn't had his coffee yet.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Oct 2012 19:29
Let's be honest, KT -- they simply should've put you in to continually point out the obvious to the team! 
By the way, and rather off-topic:
EW, you do know that your new signature freaks me out, no?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Oct 2012 08:33
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 Oct 2012 08:38
Oh boy, now they've totally lost me...
right, the whirlwind doesn't work, so they try the pyramid....... what does that do then?
no wonder you're lost DT, I am too.....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Oct 2012 12:19
Ummm....well....uh....
Okay, maybe the team could just summon Loki (the god of mischief, regular thorn in Thor's side) and then sit back and watch the fireworks...
Originally posted by Daniella T By the way, and rather off-topic: EW, you do know that your new signature freaks me out, no?Oh. So, I guess this means you wouldn't be interested in the sexy Aphrodite costume I stumbled across? It's made from spider's silk...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Oct 2012 17:02
I didn't say this comic made sense...
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Oh. So, I guess this means you wouldn't be interested in the sexy Aphrodite costume I stumbled across? It's made from spider's silk...Ermmmmm....make that a no.... This is someone who kept her eyes closed through Harry Potter 2 -- and I don't mean while watching the film, I mean while reading the book! Yeah, I know it doesn't make much sense...I was peeking through my fingers to get to the pages without spiders.
So, G-Force can hover long enough to have some dialogue mid-air?
I never knew these were around!! I hate to say this because wow, these are bad, but I kind of love the art when the team is out of birdstyle.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Oct 2012 07:42
Lunulet, these are comics produced in the late 70s/early 80s. The ones at the beginning of the thread are from the US (Gold Key comics) and these ones I'm posting now are from a British comics magazine (a weekly publication).
There are also French, Italian and Greek comics from that era, if anyone has them and wants to post and translate...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 20 Oct 2012 14:19
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Lunulet, these are comics produced in the late 70s/early 80s. The ones at the beginning of the thread are from the US (Gold Key comics) and these ones I'm posting now are from a British comics magazine (a weekly publication). There are also French, Italian and Greek comics from that era, if anyone has them and wants to post and translate...I have around ten or twelve issues of the Greek ones (I actually sent pics from the covers to Jason's site, and he published them!!!!). They are back home, so next time I'm in Greece I'll get them -- although I have to figure out a way to do the translation. Perhaps I could photocopy them, white-out the dialogue and translate it in the same "bubble".
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Oct 2012 20:19
That would be awesome, Daniella!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Oct 2012 07:58
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Oct 2012 10:37
Okay, so Zoltar's teleporting wild Vikings to Earth rather than domesticated ones! I wonder -- does Ekros have wild Viking preserves, or did Zoltar have to go looking for packs of Vikings migrating across the steppes of the planet's northern continents?
I wonder -- does Ekros have wild Viking preserves, or did Zoltar have to go looking for packs of Vikings migrating across the steppes of the planet's northern continents?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Oct 2012 18:25
EW - LOL!
Ohh, the images you have set up in my mind. I guess it helps that at the moment I am teaching my students about habitats and migration/hibernation.
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Just perfect LW.... Hope the muse returns soon,
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Oct 2012 06:25
Obviously wild vikings are the greatest threat the Earth has ever known! This is what happens when you transplant creatures from one biome into another...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Oct 2012 10:35
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Don't make me go there...
- very small children
- would his sperm be able to fertalize the females eggs?
- sex would be very awkward and very unsatifactory for the women
- he would not be able to say no
- they could carry him around like a doll or baby
See I went there....am I sooooo desperate for my muse to come back that I wave such tacky things in front of her face...and does she pay attention....NO!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2012 07:44
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2012 07:45
Notice how the force field around the Vikings doesn't prevent them from picking up loot...
And this loot at least makes sense! Better than a picnic lunch!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2012 09:54
Gold and Silver Hmmm, I wonder if silver bullets might do the trick?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 24 Oct 2012 14:02
Actually, now that I look at them a bit better, they look like the Finnish rock group "Lordi", which won the Eurovision Song Contest a few years ago...
lol, Daniella, could be where Lordi got their inspiration.....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2012 17:16
Originally posted by Daniella T Actually, now that I look at them a bit better, they look like the Finnish rock group "Lordi", which won the Eurovision Song Contest a few years ago...Oh, I bet I know what happens next! The Vikings pull out their "axes", which turn out to be guitars! And then, with their amps pointed right at G-Force...
hee hee hee, I'll bet that's more plausible than whatever they do come up with....
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 25 Oct 2012 05:23
Not to mention that it will probably be better than Lordi's song anyway!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Oct 2012 06:26
They definitely look like a metal band of some sort!
And the one at the front, who's running and shouting gold and silver looks like a chipmunk!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Oct 2012 10:39
Originally posted by gatchamarie And the one at the front, who's running and shouting gold and silver looks like a chipmunk!You know, I never imagined Vikings named Alvin, Simon, and Theodore!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Oct 2012 13:37
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteDo they sing too?Originally posted by gatchamarie And the one at the front, who's running and shouting gold and silver looks like a chipmunk!You know, I never imagined Vikings named Alvin, Simon, and Theodore!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Oct 2012 03:29
Originally posted by Transmute JunWith the help of Odin or Thor!!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteDo they sing too?Originally posted by gatchamarie And the one at the front, who's running and shouting gold and silver looks like a chipmunk!You know, I never imagined Vikings named Alvin, Simon, and Theodore!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Oct 2012 07:38
And now, the exciting conclusion....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Oct 2012 07:38
Okay, I know Tiny's supposed to be on the heavy side... but does he really have a double chin like that?
Okay, now I've seen everything with this comic series! Vikings?!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Okay, so Zoltar's teleporting wild Vikings to Earth rather than domesticated ones!I guess Earth would already have domesticated Vikings -typical Danes, Swedes and Norwegians seem pretty peaceable these days, even if they were ransacking all of Western Europe within reach of the sea in the 8th-10th centuries. Or maybe that's how the problem was solved -the wild ones all got taken away to Ekros and never advanced much.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Oct 2012 12:36
Originally posted by lborgia88 Okay, now I've seen everything with this comic series! Vikings?!...And all this time I thought some of them had simply figured out how to conquer the world via Ikea!Originally posted by ElectricWhite Okay, so Zoltar's teleporting wild Vikings to Earth rather than domesticated ones!I guess Earth would already have domesticated Vikings -typical Danes, Swedes and Norwegians seem pretty peaceable these days, even if they were ransacking all of Western Europe within reach of the sea in the 8th-10th centuries. Or maybe that's how the problem was solved -the wild ones all got taken away to Ekros and never advanced much.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 27 Oct 2012 14:01
EW, there's that too! So, IKEA has reached your shores too?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Oct 2012 18:57
So why does Princess get to launch the ship but no one else? Well, I guess because they normally have royalty launch ships, and she is a *Princess*...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Oct 2012 07:14
"See you later, robot!"
Hmmmm, I like that!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Oct 2012 10:25
Was Keyop talkin' a little smack there? His way of saying "I'm better than you, so !" ?
!" ?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Oct 2012 07:34
Keyop's an android in this series, so he's got something to prove.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Oct 2012 07:35
And it looks like Zoltar is back to his usual bag of tricks. No more interstellar Vikings!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Oct 2012 10:29
Soluble torpedo?!?! I'm having problems seeing how a torpedo could do very much if it dissolves .
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Oct 2012 10:54
I think the idea is that the torpedo dissolves, letting out the jelly monster.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Oct 2012 11:13
Okay, so Zoltar's simply following the directions on a really big box of Jell-O...
Or it's like those egg-like things you buy for a dollar, put them in water and out comes something else, or the foam things that expand from capsule to a toy.
Maybe whomever came up with those things owes to this comics.
That's a scary thought ....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Oct 2012 09:32
why are G-Force stood around watching? shouldn't they head to the phoenix to shoot the missiles at the thing?
Or are they waiting for permission?
Or are they waiting for permission?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Oct 2012 12:16
They're just so astounded by all of that jelly... they're in shock!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 31 Oct 2012 13:25
I think Keyop expressed everyone's thoughts again, in the last panel!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Oct 2012 15:52
LOOK OUT! It's a jelly jetty jam!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 1 Nov 2012 16:30
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteNow they just need some peanut butter!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Nov 2012 07:39
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Nov 2012 07:41
Sorry I've been a little behind on posting these. Work is always hectic in November, and I have another work-related project that's taking my time as well, plus I'm going away for the weekend and I've been trying to get everything done.
Anyhow... sorry for the delay and I hope you enjoy today's posting!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 Nov 2012 13:28
Wow, this is really turning into a scary story The barrels in the last panel look a bit like little monsters, don't they?
And they went a bit further than they usually do, by writing "the jelly really hit the fan", ha ha.
The barrels in the last panel look a bit like little monsters, don't they?
And they went a bit further than they usually do, by writing "the jelly really hit the fan", ha ha.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 Nov 2012 13:29
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Sorry I've been a little behind on posting these. Work is always hectic in November, and I have another work-related project that's taking my time as well, plus I'm going away for the weekend and I've been trying to get everything done. Anyhow... sorry for the delay and I hope you enjoy today's posting!Hey TJ -- stop apologising! We have you to thank for countless hours of mirth over these stories, and countless giggly conversations!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Nov 2012 13:40
As long as I can amuse, my life is worthwhile...
it seems the whirlwind pyramid is this comic's answer to everything, what can they do now their 'superpower' has actually made matters worse?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Nov 2012 04:13
Originally posted by Daniella TOriginally posted by Transmute Jun Sorry I've been a little behind on posting these. Work is always hectic in November, and I have another work-related project that's taking my time as well, plus I'm going away for the weekend and I've been trying to get everything done. Anyhow... sorry for the delay and I hope you enjoy today's posting!Hey TJ -- stop apologising! We have you to thank for countless hours of mirth over these stories, and countless giggly conversations!
And, after catching up with this new story, I totally don't intend to prepare, or eat any jellly, at least in the near future!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Nov 2012 10:28
"Good BLEEP idea." -- Keyop, watch your mouth!
I really do like the art in these, even though they are goofy as can be, and everyone has random swan visors! It's awesome that they were printed in full color.
I really do like the art in these, even though they are goofy as can be, and everyone has random swan visors! It's awesome that they were printed in full color.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Nov 2012 12:32
The colors in this one are pretty good. When they mess up the colors of the uniforms, it's scary!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 12 Nov 2012 15:28
Yes, it's interesting to see Zoltar's weapon actually turning against him!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Nov 2012 11:33
Originally posted by KT1972 IMO this is one of the better stories too
Frightening, isn't it?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Nov 2012 19:29
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 15 Nov 2012 00:58
Ooooh this is getting more and more creepy!
I want to know what they transmute into if they're already in birdstyle......
Tentacles? Oh dear. 
And good point, KT!
How come they are flying? I guess if you have a cape and you're in a comic book, you get to fly.
Hm....G-Force: GOS (which was my first fandom LOVE, true story) got the flying thing wrong too. For some reason in the opening they shout, "Trained to fly like birds!" - but that isn't really true. The birdstyle technology just helps them....sort of glide. And....fall gracefully.
And good point, KT!
How come they are flying? I guess if you have a cape and you're in a comic book, you get to fly.
Hm....G-Force: GOS (which was my first fandom LOVE, true story) got the flying thing wrong too. For some reason in the opening they shout, "Trained to fly like birds!" - but that isn't really true. The birdstyle technology just helps them....sort of glide. And....fall gracefully.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Nov 2012 06:16
In this comic they seem to 'transmute' into different forms, including lightning, smoke and fire, along with the whirlwind pyramid.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Nov 2012 00:35
Originally posted by KT1972 I want to know what they transmute into if they're already in birdstyle......That same question was the first thing to come to my mind, too! But, thanks to TJ we always have the answer!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 16 Nov 2012 08:01
Originally posted by Transmute Jun In this comic they seem to 'transmute' into different forms, including lightning, smoke and fire, along with the whirlwind pyramid.When they turn into genies, it might have gone a wee bit too far...
you know, Daniella, I wouldn't put that past the writers of these comics.....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Nov 2012 10:18
LOL.... just wait until Zoltar asks for his three wishes!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Nov 2012 08:11
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Nov 2012 08:11
Even the Firebird doesn't work!
Wow, now is there anything left for G-force to try? Surely the "firebird sequence" was their last resort?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Nov 2012 10:30
Originally posted by KT1972 Wow, now is there anything left for G-force to try? Surely the "firebird sequence" was their last resort?They could always throw jars of peanut butter at the thing!
"We'll burn off the jelly"...somehow this sounds like a ad for weight-loss products.
hee hee hee, DT, now if it was successful, you could sell that idea for millions......
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Nov 2012 06:19
The firebird would toast the bread nicely (should you try that peanut butter route).
Let's burn some jelly, guys! Yipppeee!
ETA: And now I'm really longing for some peanut butter...it's been ages since I had any...mmmm....shopping tomorrow?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Nov 2012 08:31
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Nov 2012 08:32
Awwwww...... I kind of wish they had become super ants....
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Awwwww...... I kind of wish they had become super ants....I thought the same thing. They can't eat something like that without having some sort of side effects. Of course, if I'm remembering right (and considering the grades I got in high school biology, I might not be), ants don't eat their food on sight, they carry it back to the colony.
So I'm not the only one to be disappointed with that ending then.... and I had such high hopes for this story.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Nov 2012 15:05
Originally posted by KT1972 So I'm not the only one to be disappointed with that ending then.... and I had such high hopes for this story.Ditto. There were so many more possible complications to this story!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 21 Nov 2012 19:32
and now we have ants with the possibility of adult onset diabetes
what is zoltar thinking?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 22 Nov 2012 03:01
OK, I seriously freaked out with this one! Don't they look like giant spiders?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Nov 2012 08:15
It just seems like they could have really gone somewhere with this...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Nov 2012 09:22
Originally posted by Daniella T OK, I seriously freaked out with this one! Don't they look like giant spiders?I didn't think so. Now, if they looked more like this
or this 
I'd agree with you! (Heh heh heh! I'm SO mean!)
Originally posted by Daniella T OK, I seriously freaked out with this one! Don't they look like giant spiders?As someone else who is extremely fearful of spiders (I can't watch Arachnaphobia and had a difficult time with the Giant spiders in Harry Potter on the big screen), they just look like badly drawn ants.
yeah, the comic said they're ants, so they're ants...
I mean the comic won't lie to us....... will it? 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Nov 2012 12:10
Originally posted by KT1972 yeah, the comic said they're ants, so they're ants...Ants that weren't even affected by eating the radioactive hyper-intelligent nearly-indestructible alien space jelly!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Nov 2012 16:19
Hmm....how do we know for sure that they're really ants and that jelly's really alien? Zoltar could have robbed Area 51! The same vile, evil scientist responsible for Zark could have developed that jelly! Maybe there's a conspiracy between Spectra and unsavory elements of the government! I'll bet Donald Trump's involved, too! (I've always been suspicious of that thing on his head he claims is his hair!) Oooooh, I'm sure there's a lot more to this!.... 
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hmm....how do we know for sure that they're really ants and that jelly's really alien? Zoltar could have robbed Area 51! The same vile, evil scientist responsible for Zark could have developed that jelly! Maybe there's a conspiracy between Spectra and unsavory elements of the government! I'll bet Donald Trump's involved, too! (I've always been suspicious of that thing on his head he claims is his hair!) Oooooh, I'm sure there's a lot more to this!....EW, I'd love to see you take on The Donald and Trump Industries with this plot line. Is he a Spectra sympathizer, or just the same vulture capitalist that we hate and hoping to capitalize on everyone being so focused on Spectra that no one will notice what he is doing?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Nov 2012 17:17
Originally posted by amethystWow! Somehow I didn't see that coming....well, it looks like I've got another project! (I'm not going to say how long this will take -- I'll have to let it simmer a bit....)Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hmm....how do we know for sure that they're really ants and that jelly's really alien? Zoltar could have robbed Area 51! The same vile, evil scientist responsible for Zark could have developed that jelly! Maybe there's a conspiracy between Spectra and unsavory elements of the government! I'll bet Donald Trump's involved, too! (I've always been suspicious of that thing on his head he claims is his hair!) Oooooh, I'm sure there's a lot more to this!....EW, I'd love to see you take on The Donald and Trump Industries with this plot line. Is he a Spectra sympathizer, or just the same vulture capitalist that we hate and hoping to capitalize on everyone being so focused on Spectra that no one will notice what he is doing?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Nov 2012 16:32
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Nov 2012 16:33
TOday we begin a new story... why does this remind me of the Plot to Assassinate Dr. Nambu ep?
I'm thinking the train has eyes... creepy.
Wow, artists, how hard is it to just look at a still from the actual show for the clothes/uniforms?
And wait, did Mark order Tiny and Jason to stay on duty so he could get some honey time with Princess!? Kind of a jerk move! 
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Nov 2012 00:30
Originally posted by Lunulet Wow, artists, how hard is it to just look at a still from the actual show for the clothes/uniforms?Aargh ... that's one of the annoying things that bugs me most in these comics, too! And, somehow, in every comic, they have to forcefully highlight that Keyop is an android ... maybe for the sake of a possible first-time reader, but it's something that bugs me, also! Kind of disrespectful towards Keyop!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Nov 2012 06:41
These comics were printed in a serial 'magazine' where readership was fairly constant but did change from month to month. People may not remember Keyop is an android if it's not brought up regularly, and if this is a plot point, then the writers almost have to mention it.
I've always thought the civvies in these comics were a lot like the Gatch II/F civvies. What boggles me is how they messed up the Phoenix symbol on the chests, though.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Nov 2012 14:57
Originally posted by gatchamarie And, somehow, in every comic, they have to forcefully highlight that Keyop is an android ... maybe for the sake of a possible first-time reader, but it's something that bugs me, also! Kind of disrespectful towards Keyop!It could have been worse! They could have decided to have Keyop get "Hey, I'm an android!" tattooed to his forehead!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 27 Nov 2012 15:01
Originally posted by Transmute Jun TOday we begin a new story... why does this remind me of the Plot to Assassinate Dr. Nambu ep?It certainly started like that! Makes you wonder if they had actually seen the ep... And it makes me wonder if Anderson will be kidnapped...doesn't look like it, from the last frames, but you never know (ok, TJ knows, but still).
Originally posted by ElectricWhite [ It could have been worse! They could have decided to have Keyop get "Hey, I'm an android!" tattooed to his forehead!Would that be better or worse than Keyop being an i-pad? I use both Android and i-stuff, and I'm still undecided! Edited to add: ok, leaning a bit towards the i-stuff
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 27 Nov 2012 15:04
And did you notice how they sent Jason a post-card from the train? Isn't that sweet?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Nov 2012 07:40
Huh, I thought Jason was just looking at a brochure... I like the postcard idea better!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Nov 2012 07:48
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Nov 2012 07:49
I love how MTV is there filming the new train!
Wait, does this mean all this ISN'T Zoltar's dastardly plan????
That must be a first for these comics.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Nov 2012 09:02
KT, I was going to make the same comment. Zoltar does not appear to be involved in this situation. I will be interested in finding out who it is.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Nov 2012 10:36
Originally posted by clouddancer Zoltar does not appear to be involved in this situation. I will be interested in finding out who it is.Okay, this is a shot in the dark...maybe some of the people who made the old-fashioned incandescent light bulbs figured out a way to kidnap the train & are going to hold it hostage until the world gets rid of the compact florescent bulbs....
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 28 Nov 2012 16:11
Why are there civilian so close to were the EM's are working?
How did the phoenix get parking so close to an emergency situation?
why are G5 and G2 racing towards the others who are out of uniform?
Has the phoenix shrunk?
Why does Tiny look like he has a square head and bowl cut hair?
Why do I have the urge to sing the batman song as I see Jason and Tiny run to the phoenix?
and why does Zoltar look like the top of a PEZ dispenser?
perhaps it's just me
LW!
I think you covered us all!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Dec 2012 07:31
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Dec 2012 07:38
Interesting that the truck disappeared but the firefighters remained behind...
Interesting too, that three normal people are running towards the Phoenix with two G-force members.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Dec 2012 11:17
Everyone is so shocked by the fire truck's disappearance, I'm sure they don't notice!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Dec 2012 11:24
Originally posted by KT1972 Interesting too, that three normal people are running towards the Phoenix with two G-force members.What, you haven't heard of the "Go On a Deadly Mission With G-Force" contest?!?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Dec 2012 13:32
Perhaps this device, only makes inanimate objects disappear. Living things get left behind.
I too wondered about the three running off with two G-Force members. Shakes head at how obvious they writers are making things.
Originally posted by clouddancer Perhaps this device, only makes inanimate objects disappear. Living things get left behind.I thought so too for a while, CD, then I thought the train would have had a driver on it at least, and maybe a conductor too. Wouldn't they have been left on the track?.... unless they were there and I missed them.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Dec 2012 13:58
It IS possible that no one was on board at the time of the train's disappearance. But then, I am probably over thinking all of this.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Dec 2012 08:11
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Dec 2012 08:12
Notice Zoltar wasn't left drifting on his own in space...?
For some reason I see all that white in the penultimate panel, and think they ran out of coloured ink.....
....Or maybe the earth was hit by a transport beam and nobody noticed yet!!!
Gee, on second thought, that seems pretty lame....
LOLOLOL...Zoltar just HATES Earth.
I love these...thanks TJ!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 5 Dec 2012 15:24
EW I googled the competition "Go on a deadly mission with G-Force" and I didn't find it.
please don't tell me its closed already?????
and I missed out and I Soooo wanted to meet 1-rover-1!!!!
I wanted him to meet our new pack member ( yes you all can say" I told you so!" we are waiting on the paper work to officailly adopt Dimples into her forever fur home)
Originally posted by littlewolf I wanted him to meet our new pack member ( yes you all can say" I told you so!" we are waiting on the paper work to officailly adopt Dimples into her forever fur home)
About time too.... what took you so long?
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 6 Dec 2012 07:39
what can I say, it had to be a house hold decision, including the fur children
and I have been a bit slow on the uptake on what is blazingly obviouse to everyone else but me
"Elephant, what elephant?" LW look around confused, climbing on top of the neon pink and purple poka dotted elephant that takes up half the room. "I don't see it!"
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 7 Dec 2012 15:03
Originally posted by littlewolf what can I say, it had to be a house hold decision, including the fur children and I have been a bit slow on the uptake on what is blazingly obviouse to everyone else but me "Elephant, what elephant?" LW look around confused, climbing on top of the neon pink and purple poka dotted elephant that takes up half the room. "I don't see it!"Welcome to Dimples!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 7 Dec 2012 15:05
OK, an English-language question: in the last panel, "disappearing Zoltars!" -- is it a fact (i.e., many Zoltars have disappeared) or an exclamation? And, if it's the first, how many Zoltars disappeared, and from where?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 7 Dec 2012 15:06
On the other hand, it's an interesting twist, that the enemy is not Zoltar...perhaps now Earth and Spectra can become allies against this new enemy? Hmmm....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Dec 2012 15:09
Originally posted by Daniella T OK, an English-language question: in the last panel, "disappearing Zoltars!" -- is it a fact (i.e., many Zoltars have disappeared) or an exclamation? And, if it's the first, how many Zoltars disappeared, and from where?It's just an exclamation. (Although I wouldn't be shocked if, in this comic, there's a warehouse full of Zoltars to be unleashed on the universe...along with a warehouse of Zarks, etc.!)
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOh no!!!!Originally posted by Daniella T OK, an English-language question: in the last panel, "disappearing Zoltars!" -- is it a fact (i.e., many Zoltars have disappeared) or an exclamation? And, if it's the first, how many Zoltars disappeared, and from where?It's just an exclamation. (Although I wouldn't be shocked if, in this comic, there's a warehouse full of Zoltars to be unleashed on the universe...along with a warehouse of Zarks, etc.!)
Originally posted by KT1972I thought these were supposed to be ridiculously funny, not horrifying. A warehouse full of Zoltars might be absurdly funny, but a warehouse full of Zarks is a nightmare!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteOh no!!!!Originally posted by Daniella T OK, an English-language question: in the last panel, "disappearing Zoltars!" -- is it a fact (i.e., many Zoltars have disappeared) or an exclamation? And, if it's the first, how many Zoltars disappeared, and from where?It's just an exclamation. (Although I wouldn't be shocked if, in this comic, there's a warehouse full of Zoltars to be unleashed on the universe...along with a warehouse of Zarks, etc.!)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Dec 2012 15:52
Originally posted by amethyst I thought these were supposed to be ridiculously funny, not horrifying. A warehouse full of Zoltars might be absurdly funny, but a warehouse full of Zarks is a nightmare!What if you had them both in the same warehouse?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Dec 2012 18:27
Strangely enough, I wrote one fic where there actually *was* a warehouse full of Zoltars.... and a totally different fic where there was a warehouse full of Zarks.
Guess I'm not that original, huh?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Dec 2012 12:24
"perhaps they've gone back in time AND history" ??????
You know, as opposed to *just* going back in time...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Dec 2012 11:58
Plus, they've gone to yet another asteroid with an atmosphere!
So why are scientists looking for earth-like planets ? Going by this comic, there's a serious sh**load of asteroids that could fit the bill nicely!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Dec 2012 08:02
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Dec 2012 08:04
And yet again G-Force turns into wind...
they're in the wrong order in the pyramid......
And as far as Zoltar is concerned, let him stay a statue since he can't be taking over planets and asteroids in that state!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Dec 2012 11:24
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And yet again G-Force turns into wind..."Dust In the Wind" has got to playing somewhere around there...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Dec 2012 11:26
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteAs long as it's not the Spinal Tap album, 'Break Like the Wind'...Originally posted by Transmute Jun And yet again G-Force turns into wind..."Dust In the Wind" has got to playing somewhere around there...
They've turned into....wind. Wind that can fit through a ventilation grate but can also still talk. Okay!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 12 Dec 2012 16:33
mmmmmh.
does this help, my little grasshoppers?
This is your journey
I will take you for a ride
Far beyond imagination
Suspend your reason
Throw your common sense aside
This is your only destination
from lyrics Beyond your Imagination
by Sissel Kyrkjebo
or
Ernest Miller Hemingway
Quote Rating
". Learning to suspend your imagination and live completely in the very second of the present with no before and no after is the greatest gift a soldier can acquire."
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Dec 2012 17:58
Originally posted by Lunulet They've turned into....wind. Wind that can fit through a ventilation grate but can also still talk. Okay!I guess you missed the time they turned into smoke, huh?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Dec 2012 05:58
I must agree with Princess that Zoltar does really make an ugly statue, here!
And, they're "Gone with the Wind", again! As long as they're odourless .... !!!!
Originally posted by Transmute JunMaybe I'm just weird, but I've always preferred Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind".Originally posted by ElectricWhiteAs long as it's not the Spinal Tap album, 'Break Like the Wind'...Originally posted by Transmute Jun And yet again G-Force turns into wind..."Dust In the Wind" has got to playing somewhere around there...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Dec 2012 10:32
Originally posted by gatchamarie I must agree with Princess that Zoltar does really make an ugly statue, here! And, they're "Gone with the Wind", again! As long as they're odourless .... !!!!Aw, but then nobody could make a "Smells Like Teen Spirit" reference!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Dec 2012 07:35
So what are all of theese 'out of time' people going to do, now that they've been so rudely woken up?
Looks like Mark and Jason will have fun pressing more buttons to find the ones to send everything back to it's own time..... (or call the Doctor to borrow his TARDIS perhaps!!!)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Dec 2012 10:14
Hmm....is it just me, or do all super-intelligent alien beings speak (and write) fluent English? 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Dec 2012 10:55
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hmm....is it just me, or do all super-intelligent alien beings speak (and write) fluent English?It's the Babel Fish/Universal Translator.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jan 2013 11:23
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jan 2013 11:26
Sorry, the holidays were such a frenzy I forgot what day of the week it was! I know you've all been desperately waiting for the end of this particular story so at least you can now read it!
so at least you can now read it!
"Holy crow!" ???? What the -- ??
And Mark's talking as though he's suddenly become a stereotypical prospector from the Old West....
Yeah, they look as if they can't get away fast enough, you'd have thought Keyop's android brain would be just the thing to sort everything out! Never mind, I'm sure ole Zark will swoop in and put everything right again!
And do we ever find out WHO was behind it all?
And do we ever find out WHO was behind it all?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jan 2013 12:50
KT, Since a new adventure begins next week ... I assume we never do figure out who was behind it.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Jan 2013 14:13
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Sorry, the holidays were such a frenzy I forgot what day of the week it was! I know you've all been desperately waiting for the end of this particular storyHee-hee, apparently Zoltar also doesn't know what day of the week it is. You're in good company, TJ
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Jan 2013 14:15
Plus, the goon sums up this episode brilliantly: "I don't feel well!" 
something tells me that I'm lost reading this page, and really need to investigate this thread even more 
Originally posted by gatchgirl something tells me that I'm lost reading this page, and really need to investigate this thread even moreGatchgirl, you are either very brave or very foolish. However, there are some good laughs throughout this thread.
amethyst.... I am a Condor so I seem to have a little of both.
foolish in the sense that I may actually have to investigate further
foolish in the sense that I may actually have to investigate further
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jan 2013 00:38
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I know you've all been desperately waiting for the end of this particular storyOh yes ... and with such intrepidity
, as we know that we'd still have to figure out each ending ... whether it makes sense or not, or whether it really could be called a rightful ending!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Jan 2013 08:33
Originally posted by Daniella TWait... since when is being in the same boat as Zoltar 'in good company' ???? I'm in trouble now!!!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Sorry, the holidays were such a frenzy I forgot what day of the week it was! I know you've all been desperately waiting for the end of this particular storyHee-hee, apparently Zoltar also doesn't know what day of the week it is. You're in good company, TJ
As for the cause of the whole thing, I believe that was explained before: a still-running computer from the long-dead alien race (that spoke English).
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jan 2013 13:56
And now the start of another adventure!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jan 2013 13:58
It looks like Mark and Princess are on a date... holding hands and everything! But I feel sorry for Jason and Tiny always being left behind...
Since when has Jason had a nephew? He'd need a sibling for that surely? Do the others have extended family members too?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jan 2013 14:21
Jason has a nephew .... ?
And why does it look like Princess is sitting on the hood of the car? Is she doing a "Dukes of Hazard" and sliding across the hood instead of waking around?
At first glance I thought those tanks were life sized, it took a long time for my eyes to see the correct perspective.
Jason a nephew.... and Mark being able to even purchase a gift???? Or is it Ken that's always broke... LOL
Princess does look a little like Daisy in that pic...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jan 2013 08:27
You're right, CD, it looks like Princess is either sitting on the hood of the car or 'sliding' across it, like Daisy Duke...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jan 2013 10:24
All together now -- "YEE HAW!"
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 8 Jan 2013 14:25
THAT'S who Princess reminded me of! Good work, everyone, coming up with the Dukes. Oh this brings back memories...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Jan 2013 11:52
Awww, I thought it was too good to be true!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Jan 2013 12:08
Nothing annoys me more than when a bad guy toys with us!
Booooooo, EW! That was a bad pun!
Didn't I say those tanks looked life sized? I was only about 6 panels too early when I said that.
my mind keeps singing the GI Joe theme song when I saw the panels.... must get caught up on sleep... LOL
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Jan 2013 16:25
And Mark brilliantly figures out the code name of the toy company... AFTER the toys have started attacking!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Jan 2013 10:36
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Jan 2013 10:37
I love the kid who wants to buy one!
LOL, there's only G-force who seem to be worried about it!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jan 2013 15:29
Yes and notice they are in the middle of the crowd when Mark calls G-Force/Zark. I guess he is not worried about being overheard.
TJ, that was my first thought too... gotta love the kid that wants to buy a toy/real tank
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Jan 2013 01:41
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I love the kid who wants to buy one!Me too! I'm sure that that's the first thing my own kids would have said!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Jan 2013 10:31
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Jan 2013 10:32
That must be a pretty big building to have enough room for the Phoenix on top!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jan 2013 10:34
Zoltar's finally come to expect G-Force's meddling?!?! Oh no! What ever will our heroes do?!?
i thought zoltar looked quite menacing in that last panel.... I was thinking they were finally getting something right, then I remembered the team became a giant buzzsaw.......
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jan 2013 12:03
I was wondering what Princess was holding above her head in the first panel. I guess it is meant to be her helmet.
buzz saw huh.... very interesting. Wonder what Zoltar has in mind with his extra attacks and toys
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jan 2013 17:28
And in 2013, the first Internet reaction to this would be 'Fake!' (no matter how many times Zoltar attacked).
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2013 09:58
so Zoltar doesn't want everything destroyed then. That's comforting to know!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jan 2013 11:57
Didn't Zoltar try robbing a bank before? This seems awfully familiar....I guess I'll have to go back through the earlier installments....
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jan 2013 13:59
So if he doesn't want total destruction of the world, what does he want? Or maybe robbing the banks will cause a different sort of total destruction.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2013 18:10
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Didn't Zoltar try robbing a bank before? This seems awfully familiar....I guess I'll have to go back through the earlier installments....Zoltar is a big spender, doncha know. He needs to replenish his cash reserves.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2013 12:01
Originally posted by Transmute JunAm I reading a little bit of a Canadian accent, eh?Originally posted by ElectricWhite Didn't Zoltar try robbing a bank before? This seems awfully familiar....I guess I'll have to go back through the earlier installments....Zoltar is a big spender, doncha know. He needs to replenish his cash reserves.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jan 2013 16:08
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Am I reading a little bit of a Canadian accent, eh?Oh yes. While my spoken accent is basically non-existent, my Canadian background still comes through in my typing.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jan 2013 09:47
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jan 2013 09:48
So yes, we're back to 'Keyop the android saves the day'!
does anyone else think Keyop's eyes look weird in those last panels?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2013 10:07
Originally posted by KT1972 does anyone else think Keyop's eyes look weird in those last panels?The "artist" must have been kicked off of Little Orphan Annie !
I'm sorry EW, I don't understand the connection....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2013 10:30
It was an iconic comic strip. The characters' eyes were just empty circles -- kind of creepy, in a way.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_Orphan_Annie
Thanks, I only knew about the film version.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2013 11:32
If you ever get a chance to see the stage version, go see it!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2013 14:32
Originally posted by KT1972 does anyone else think Keyop's eyes look weird in those last panels?Of course they do ... he's an android, don't you know .... and after all androids need to look weird in some way so we can tell them apart from the real people. j/k I do agree with you KT, those eyes are very creepy.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Feb 2013 17:58
Hee hee hee, love the domino effect in the third panel, seems the front soldiers fell before the ones behind them!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2013 04:33
Ohhh, is that what is happening. Thank you KT, now I understand that panel. When I looked at this earlier it was not making sense.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Feb 2013 06:15
Clearly these 'toys' aren't very good if Zoltar thinks they all might be malfunctioning!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2013 10:43
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Clearly these 'toys' aren't very good if Zoltar thinks they all might be malfunctioning!Maybe those toys were made on Spectra!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Feb 2013 07:27
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Feb 2013 07:28
What the purple planet????
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2013 09:39
This story (the Terror Toys) was the last issue I had of the BOTP UK comics. That means this was going to be the end of me posting comics in this thread. However thanks to The Other Jason, I received the remaining 17 stories, which means I can keep posting!
I want to say a big THANK YOU to the Other Jason, because without him this thread would now be done.
And so, I'll start posting the beginning of the next story...
to the Other Jason, because without him this thread would now be done.
And so, I'll start posting the beginning of the next story...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2013 09:39
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2013 09:40
Boy, Keyop is being nasty! But Mark certainly is being unfair too...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2013 10:25
If they are able to enter exit in that location, where did Jason's car go?
Clockwork Clown!!! Love it
but why are they having their picnic in birdstyle though, even without their helmets?
but why are they having their picnic in birdstyle though, even without their helmets?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2013 15:39
Originally posted by KT1972 Clockwork Clown!!! Love itYou're asking for something logical from this comic?!?!?!?!? "Clockwork Clown"....I've gotta remember that!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Feb 2013 08:47
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Feb 2013 08:48
Wait.... so every time there's a hurricane, G-Force has to investigate to see if it's Zoltar's cover?????
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2013 09:59
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait.... so every time there's a hurricane, G-Force has to investigate to see if it's Zoltar's cover?????It certainly seems that way, especially since it looks like he's recycling tactics! Although I must admit that, when I first saw the "hornet's nest", I didn't think "Gee, that looks like a nest!" I thought it was an, ahem, "adult toy". . .
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Feb 2013 09:00
Somehow, I don't think those missiles were a warning. Zoltar would have killed them if he could have!
And since when can Keyop the android be hurt?
I love how Jason and Mark both have their arm around Princess, escorting her to safety!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2013 11:43
"Hate hornets", eh? A little alliteration appears to be on the menu this time. 
The hate hornets' hive STILL looks like something else, if you ask me!
The hate hornets' hive STILL looks like something else, if you ask me!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Feb 2013 12:39
Originally posted by ElectricWhite "Hate hornets", eh? A little alliteration appears to be on the menu this time.It's not like BOTP never paid its tribute to alliteration, particular in episode titles...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2013 07:54
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2013 07:55
What will they do?
What. Will. THEY. Do?
Oh, the horror!
Lucky they did just fire the one missile then!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2013 11:10
Yeah! People are dumb enough without Spectra's stupidizing gas!
....oh, stupifying gas....never mind.
....oh, stupifying gas....never mind.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2013 11:20
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Yeah! People are dumb enough without Spectra's stupidizing gas!6 of one, half a dozen of the other...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Feb 2013 07:37
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Feb 2013 07:38
Gee, I wonder what word of Keyop's was 'bleeped' out?
And I see we're back to the steering wheel on the Phoenix...
And I see we're back to the steering wheel on the Phoenix...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2013 11:40
Zoltar's attacking the First City? Gee, I didn't realize Babylon was still a happening place....amazing what you can learn from this thing!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Zoltar's attacking the First City? Gee, I didn't realize Babylon was still a happening place....amazing what you can learn from this thing!Well, considering the whole thing is written in block letters, it could be ordinal not in The First City, but the first city he plans to attack. However, given previous experience with this comic, Maybe this is First City, North Dakota or some other absurd invented city.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Mar 2013 08:42
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Mar 2013 08:43
That's an interesting formation for the Whirlwind Pyramid...
The vehicles in the second panel don't seem to be moving very far, considering they're in such a hurry to clear the street!!
And can Tiny's voice really be heard through that small hole in the side of the Phoenix, or is it supposed to be one of the others speaking?
Originally posted by KT1972 The vehicles in the second panel don't seem to be moving very far, considering they're in such a hurry to clear the street!!Actually, that is one of the more realistic scenes in this series. If you have a large number of people trying to leave an area through a handful of routes (if this were San Francisco, for example, you have one road north, 101, on road east, 80, and one, two, maybe three roads south: 1, 101, and I think it is 580, but I could be mistaken about that), public transportation would be limited and/or over-taxed, too. I like the emergency shelters idea that the cartoon had, but that too is not realistic. Unless every building was given a bomb-proof basement/sub-basement designed to hold the buildings capacity which couldn't happen either, most places aren't equipped to deal with that.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2013 10:08
Originally posted by KT1972And can Tiny's voice really be heard through that small hole in the side of the Phoenix, or is it supposed to be one of the others speaking?I had assumed that was Princess speaking. But you could be correct that it is Tiny.
Originally posted by clouddancerI thought it was Princess, too. Tiny's not in the habit of talking in the third person, though with this comic anything is possible. It would definitely be like him to grouse about staying behind. The sentence needs only a few minor adjustments to be spoken by Tiny, "I get to stay and protect the Phoenix, again."Originally posted by KT1972And can Tiny's voice really be heard through that small hole in the side of the Phoenix, or is it supposed to be one of the others speaking?I had assumed that was Princess speaking. But you could be correct that it is Tiny.
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 5 Mar 2013 03:54
The reason zoltar is attacking, is because of blotched plastic surgery, that has left him/her with a permanent wide mouth grin and eyes that keep disapprearing.
Perhaps he didn't get any justice through the intergalactic court system, and due to a medication mix up, now dillusionaly blames the entire earth for his permanent scaring and he has issues with birds (a given)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Mar 2013 11:25
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Mar 2013 11:26
Does the Phoenix look like it's gained some weight?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Mar 2013 09:33
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Mar 2013 09:34
Wait a minute... how can they fire all laser banks... but missiles come out?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait a minute... how can they fire all laser banks... but missiles come out?
Uh, maybe the lasers have protective coverings...kind of like condoms...the way the universe is nowadays, you can't be too safe....
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteUm, why would rays of light need a protective covering, and how would that be done?Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait a minute... how can they fire all laser banks... but missiles come out?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2013 12:07
Originally posted by amethystAre you honestly trying to introduce logic to this thread?!?Originally posted by ElectricWhiteUm, why would rays of light need a protective covering, and how would that be done?Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait a minute... how can they fire all laser banks... but missiles come out?
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteActually more just wondering how to put a prophylactic on a laser beam.Originally posted by amethystAre you honestly trying to introduce logic to this thread?!?Originally posted by ElectricWhiteUm, why would rays of light need a protective covering, and how would that be done?Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wait a minute... how can they fire all laser banks... but missiles come out?
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 13 Mar 2013 16:12
Gently and preferably while it's not pointed at you
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Mar 2013 10:07
Okay, we're starting a new story today...
Uh oh.... why do I sense trouble from the sulky android?
ETA And since when did Jason take to wearing a man-purse?
Mark and Princess have one each too, wonder what they're for?
and is Mark really such an easy touch, that all it takes is a bit of sulking for Keyop to get his own way? If so, why doesn't Princess try it too!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Mar 2013 16:24
Maybe those purses are meant to be similar to the tricorders? that Spock used in Star Trek.
(I think I mean tricorder.)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Mar 2013 16:41
Or maybe Zark insisted they each pack a lunch!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Mar 2013 06:16
I'm sure they're carrying scanning equipment. They just don't have that 'manly' look I'd expect from Jason.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Mar 2013 10:29
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Mar 2013 10:30
It looks like Keyop's getting them in trouble this time!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Mar 2013 11:41
Hmm....I guess friends don't let androids drive drunk...or sober... 
Love the look on Tiny's face in the second panel when Mark says that he is watching. It looks like he wants to agree with Jason, but not cause any trouble.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Mar 2013 12:24
Notice that for once, it's not Spectra causing the problem?
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Notice that for once, it's not Spectra causing the problem?Got to admit, I missed that the first time around.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Mar 2013 16:36
Originally posted by amethystMe too. I was caught up in realizing I was asking the same question for this strip that I usually ask for the BotP TV series: "What in the @#$%^&* is this twerp doing leading the team?!?"Originally posted by Transmute Jun Notice that for once, it's not Spectra causing the problem?Got to admit, I missed that the first time around.
(Meaning Mark, of course!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Mar 2013 09:39
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Mar 2013 09:40
Wow, does Rover actually look more like a real dog? And he can talk too! Will wonders never cease?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Mar 2013 10:26
I wonder if this Rover would ever tell Zark to shove off...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wow, does Rover actually look more like a real dog? And he can talk too! Will wonders never cease?Just a completely random thought: would that make 1-Rover-1 the offspring of Scooby Doo and Dynomut?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Mar 2013 10:37
Originally posted by amethystRuh roh!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wow, does Rover actually look more like a real dog? And he can talk too! Will wonders never cease?Just a completely random thought: would that make 1-Rover-1 the offspring of Scooby Doo and Dynomut?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Mar 2013 13:54
Originally posted by amethyst Just a completely random thought: would that make 1-Rover-1 the offspring of Scooby Doo and Dynomut?It boggles the mind...
Originally posted by Transmute Junso does this whole series of comics!Originally posted by amethyst Just a completely random thought: would that make 1-Rover-1 the offspring of Scooby Doo and Dynomut?It boggles the mind...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Apr 2013 10:09
Sorry about the delay in posting the next piece! Between the site going down and traveling, things have been hectic!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Apr 2013 10:11
So all of a sudden it's an invasion! Lucky G-Force just happened to land in the middle of it!
Do those things remind you of the robots from War of the Worlds?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Apr 2013 10:29
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Do those things remind you of the robots from War of the Worlds?War of the Worlds, Tripods, a few episodes of the old Jonny Quest cartoon...
somehow, I think it'll take more than the common cold to defeat these monsters.... maybe the Whirlwind Pyramid will do the trick yet again!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Apr 2013 11:07
Originally posted by KT1972 somehow, I think it'll take more than the common cold to defeat these monsters.... maybe the Whirlwind Pyramid will do the trick yet again!...Or some other (previously unknown) "superpower"!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 4 Apr 2013 07:06
"Oh No! Commander we are about to face something else much worse than Spectra"
"What is it? don't keep us waiting"
" not Article 61 of the 1994 Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPs) in regards to copyright infringement"
"not 1954 code of ethics and standards from the Comics Magazine Association of America in regards to
material that could be harmful to children eg graphic violence, gore and sexual innuendo."
"not further complains in regards to bad taste and unintelligent and not thought out scripts from the writers Guild"
"not the further hireing of cartoonist who are colour blind and can only draw 2 types of faces"
"can't be the fact that they are running out of idears, that happened a long time ago"
"not the fans anything but the fans?"
"No commander even worst than that..our manager has signed us on for more comics...they are never going to let us go... were doomed to do more of these badly written and cheezy script forever."
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Apr 2013 07:41
Hey, lw:
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 4 Apr 2013 14:21
LW, your suggestions will probably make more sense than what the writers will come up with!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Apr 2013 09:11
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Apr 2013 09:12
That last line seems entirely apropos... and like it should have been said ages ago!
Yup, Keyop is being a real pain in the backside in this issue....
Does he have an off switch by any chance? If so, they might want to use it!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Apr 2013 11:26
Originally posted by KT1972 Does he have an off switch by any chance? If so, they might want to use it!!They probably can't find the freakin' remote control!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Apr 2013 12:09
Zark's hiding the remote control.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Apr 2013 12:28
Zark has to hide the remote control because someone might suddenly remember that Zark has a Remote control as well.
Originally posted by clouddancer Zark has to hide the remote control because someone might suddenly remember that Zark has a Remote control as well.Maybe he gave them to Rover to bury somewhere . . .
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Apr 2013 10:12
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Apr 2013 10:13
Oh great, it's Keyop to the rescue again! Sigh...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Apr 2013 11:14
Is Keyop really old enough to be around those giant disco ball vibrators? I'd really hate for someone to call Android Protective Services on G-Force!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Apr 2013 10:00
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Apr 2013 10:01
'He's dived out!' ?????
Is that even English? 
looks to me that 'Android' Keyop is due for his 10000 mile service!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Apr 2013 10:36
Originally posted by Transmute Jun 'He's dived out!' ????? Is that even English?Not good English!
(That really galls my inner English teacher! If the person who wrote this had been in one of my classes, this mistake would never have been made! Haven't they ever heard of using proofreaders?!?! 
)
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Apr 2013 12:23
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Haven't they ever heard of using proofreaders?!?!Probably, but they probably also speak Chinese, or Japanese or Korean as a first language, instead of English!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Apr 2013 08:29
Funny how Keyop's bleeps disappear when he wants them too....
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Apr 2013 08:49
I was just thinking the same, TJ!! But, that's because Zoltar wished the others to hear his bleeping, so Keyop did the contrary!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Apr 2013 09:50
Originally posted by gatchamarie Zoltar wished the others to hear his bleeping, so Keyop did the contrary!Gee, nobody told me it was Opposite Day!
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 18 Apr 2013 02:26
Courage cells??
Robots that go "urrrrr!"
what will they think of next?!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Apr 2013 10:26
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Apr 2013 10:28
Ah yes, Zoltar just *happens* to turn off the force field...
you know, I think Zoltar secretly likes Mark's uniform, they're dressed almost identically!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Apr 2013 10:58
Originally posted by KT1972 you know, I think Zoltar secretly likes Mark's uniform, they're dressed almost identically!!I can just see it now... With a dramatic swoop of his arm, Mark points to Zoltar and proclaims, "As if it wasn't bad enough you've terrorized the galaxy, now you've gone and stole my look! You've gone too far now!"
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Apr 2013 09:17
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Apr 2013 09:18
Ah yes, Keyop saves the day.... *again*...
seems being a nuisance has its uses then!!!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Apr 2013 00:47
I admit I'm not totally familiar with the language, but is Zoltar enjoying his falling there, or is "Yeah!" an expression used commonly in such similar circumstances, also?! I don't wish to seem picky but, in my ignorance, "Yeah!" is an informal word for "Yes!" or "Okay!"!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Apr 2013 06:14
Oh Marie, you have to look at the spelling! It's not 'yeah' but 'yeeaah'!
I think it's just supposed to be Zoltar screaming as he falls. It's not actually a word that means anything.
I think it's just supposed to be Zoltar screaming as he falls. It's not actually a word that means anything.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Apr 2013 07:22
I don't know why but that expression really caught my eye ... even tried to pronounce it!! Couldn't but point it out as I'm in one of my moods! Just cannot imagine someone screaming out that way whilst falling! Well ... in these comics the farfetched is never unexpected, so I thought maybe Zoltar might have indeed been enjoying it!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Apr 2013 08:01
Well ... he might have been happy for not forgoing another fall and defeat, being so used to them!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Apr 2013 12:35
Or he might have been enjoying it, knowing that his escape rocket would catch him!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Apr 2013 17:26
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Or he might have been enjoying it, knowing that his escape rocket would catch him!We also don't know what he's got stashed inside that rocket........
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Apr 2013 01:01
Originally posted by ElectricWhite... such possibilities!!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Or he might have been enjoying it, knowing that his escape rocket would catch him!We also don't know what he's got stashed inside that rocket........
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 26 Apr 2013 11:59
There are only three words to be said in connection with the word "yeeeah":
Dukes of Hazzard!
For those not lucky enough to know them, this was a tv show in the 80s, with a trio of cousins with a penchant for fast cars and moonshine. Oh boy this beings back memories...
Yeee-haaaaaa!
Originally posted by Daniella T There are only three words to be said in connection with the word "yeeeah": Dukes of Hazzard! For those not lucky enough to know them, this was a tv show in the 80s, with a trio of cousins with a penchant for fast cars and moonshine. Oh boy this beings back memories... Yeee-haaaaaa!Not to be nit picky, but I believe that is Yee Haw! I loved that show, too. It was fun watching how those who were supposed to be wrong were right, and those that were supposed to be right were wrong. However, I think I'd rather have Boss Hogg than some of the politicians we have today.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Apr 2013 10:51
Wasn't Yee Haw a silly variety show with a country music theme?
Ame - I have to watch it again to refresh my memory! And I tend to agree with you on Boss Hogg -- sad, isn't it?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Apr 2013 18:58
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wasn't Yee Haw a silly variety show with a country music theme?Yup. Among other things, it's where Goober Pyle ended up after The Andy Griffith Show ended.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wasn't Yee Haw a silly variety show with a country music theme?Actually, that was Hee Haw with Buck Owens, Roy Clark, Mini Pearl, and others, I think George Lindsey was there for awhile.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Apr 2013 19:31
Originally posted by amethystThat's right; George Lindsey was reprieving his role as Goober.Originally posted by Transmute Jun Wasn't Yee Haw a silly variety show with a country music theme?Actually, that was Hee Haw with Buck Owens, Roy Clark, Mini Pearl, and others, I think George Lindsey was there for awhile.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Apr 2013 08:59
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Apr 2013 09:01
Hey, that clown stole Princess' pants! But in return, he left her a clown face! Ugh...
And don't even get me started on the rest of their faces...
And don't even get me started on the rest of their faces...
Notice how Princess persuades Mark to contact Centre Neptune?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 May 2013 09:45
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 May 2013 09:46
It looks like Keyop thinks Princess is pretty... doesn't sound like the Swallow I know!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2013 10:01
I noticed that, too, TJ! I know the Swallow/Swan relationship more as a brother/sister relationship than any other! And, please ... don't mention the clown-like faces!
Hmm ... Zoltar was a genious, here! He already knew that G-Force would fly over the fair and decide to stop for fun! Impressive!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2013 11:42
Oh dear, something must be wrong with me! I've become numb to everything except Tiny looking like a stereotypical middle-aged tourist!
At least it appears that Keyop won't be alone as he saves the day once again.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 May 2013 09:57
Okay, I don't understand Keyop's last line, 'I am an android, smart with it!'
Is this some kind if British slang?
Umm, not one I've ever heard before,TJ!
Now were all the roller coaster cars rigged to trap G-Force, or just the one that they coincidentally chose to ride?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 May 2013 10:42
Originally posted by KT1972 Now were all the roller coaster cars rigged to trap G-Force, or just the one that they coincidentally chose to ride?Well Zoltar recognized them out of uniform, so I suppose the Spectrans could have brought out the 'special car' when G-Force was spotted.
Could he have recognized them because Princess is dressed like Gatch II Jun?
Kidding! But that's the first thing I thought when I saw her outfit here...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 May 2013 16:27
I've noticed that before... the civvies in this comic seem to more closely represent the Gatch II/F civvies.
Might be coincidence? The BOTP civvies, since they were the Gatch I civvies, were the fashion of the early 70s, and fashion had changed by the time Gatch II, and this comic were made. If I recall, by about 1980-81, no one at my school wanted to be caught dead in bell bottom pants -everything was straight-legged.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2013 09:36
I was thinking that it was more likely that the writers of this comic were given still shots from Gatch II/F, which were being shown around the time this comic was produced.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2013 09:37
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2013 09:37
Why didn't they transmute in the car??? Plus Jason's blowtorch attachment on his gun seems like it should break them out.
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 8 May 2013 19:50
I'm having flash backs to "Lost in Space"
warning Will Robinson warning
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 10 May 2013 07:49
OK, if the spider-web comes with a spider, I so DON'T want to see the next installment! Will you please warn me, TJ, if spiders are involved?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 May 2013 08:55
There are spiders involved, DT.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 May 2013 08:56
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 May 2013 08:58
Don't you love how Zoltar stops watching when he's confident of victory? Sigh...
At least Princess has pants!
Ok, so how does Keyop get them out of this one?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 May 2013 09:42
Um... Androids can dissolve webbing with their spit?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 May 2013 15:31
And she looks like she borrowed Mark's helmet, or is that something that has happened that I missed?
I do not like that spider. I can't step on it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 May 2013 10:18
The helmets are wonky in every strip.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 May 2013 10:19
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 May 2013 10:22
I didn't know they could do whirlwind when they weren't in uniform!!!!!
seems they don't need their uniforms to fly either!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2013 15:42
It's their 'super powers'. Then they ought to be able to beat the crap out of the spiders.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 May 2013 16:05
Yep, why use the uniforms at all? Zoltar knows them in civilian form, and they don't need them for powers...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 May 2013 08:32
I have been warned! Thanks, TJ!
{peeks from behind the PC}
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 May 2013 08:34
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Yep, why use the uniforms at all? Zoltar knows them in civilian form, and they don't need them for powers...Because nothing beats Jason in tights!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 May 2013 13:48
Oh yeah!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 May 2013 11:04
More spiders, Daniella!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 May 2013 11:06
I'm still astounded at how much the guys can do out of uniform!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2013 11:49
Me too!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2013 11:57
If they can do so dang much out of uniform, where were they when I needed help moving?!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2013 14:34
EW, I guess you weren't informed about the mission they were on?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2013 17:56
They don't even need uniforms. And when did Tiny start looking like John Candy?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 May 2013 10:21
Originally posted by Becky Rock And when did Tiny start looking like John Candy?OMG!!!
He totally does!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 May 2013 13:00
Originally posted by Transmute JunThat's IT! That's who he reminded me of...the second I peeked at the screen before closing my eyes again! I give up trying to follow this story -- it's like watching Harry Potter 2. I was hiding under the chair and the little boy sitting next to me was pumping his fist in the air and telling the spiders "yeah, get them!"Originally posted by Becky Rock And when did Tiny start looking like John Candy?OMG!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2013 13:20
That's right. They did have the giant spiders in Harry Potter. Was it Ron who was afraid of them?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2013 13:52
Originally posted by Becky Rock That's right. They did have the giant spiders in Harry Potter. Was it Ron who was afraid of them?There was a giant spider and a frightenly-huge number of regular-sized ones...which scared Ron to no end. (Why couldn't they be butterflies?)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2013 17:15
With fangs? It has to be something scary.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2013 19:33
I don't recall any fangs...just the giant one and all its "children" who were very hungry and moved as if they were of one mind. I'm not scared of spiders per se, but I found the way that huge number of critters moving in such an unnaturally organized manner to be unnerving!
Well Fang was there, however, I think the enormous pincers on the spiders might just as well have been fangs.
For what it is worth, knowing those spiders were there, you'd have never gotten me into that forest (I guess in that respect Ron was place right in Gryffindor).
Not many spiders in today's comic!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 May 2013 10:46
Gee, did you know that Princess was more than just a pretty face?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 May 2013 10:50
Originally posted by KT1972 "THE" Princess?????No, "A" Princess...they come in 6-packs! (Gads, I'm channeling Zaphod Beeblebrox!)
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 29 May 2013 12:32
"I'll show those males I'm no dove!"
I guess no-one told her -- or the writers -- that she's supposed to be a swan. Oh well.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Gee, did you know that Princess was more than just a pretty face?Really?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 May 2013 16:27
Hawks might like to eat spiders...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 May 2013 16:34
Good point Becky .... maybe that is Princess' plan, to lead the giant Hawks towards the giant Spiders so they eat/attack them.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 May 2013 11:14
Originally posted by Daniella T "I'll show those males I'm no dove!" I guess no-one told her -- or the writers -- that she's supposed to be a swan. Oh well.Actually, she is a dove in Eagle Riders.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 30 May 2013 12:39
Originally posted by Transmute JunOoops! I didn't know this!Originally posted by Daniella T "I'll show those males I'm no dove!" I guess no-one told her -- or the writers -- that she's supposed to be a swan. Oh well.Actually, she is a dove in Eagle Riders.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 May 2013 10:30
Originally posted by Daniella T Ooops! I didn't know this!Clearly you need to watch some ER!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 May 2013 16:52
But this is supposed to be BotP, darn it. Doves are not pink. But then again, Princess doesn't wear a body suit, either.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jun 2013 08:33
Originally posted by Becky Rock But this is supposed to be BotP, darn it. Doves are not pink. But then again, Princess doesn't wear a body suit, either.At least a bodysuit makes her more like the boys! I suspect they didn't want to draw panty shots in a kids' comic...
That's true.
Actually, in most of my fics, I have Princess in a body suit like the guys. I hate her skirt.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jun 2013 17:33
Originally posted by Becky Rock That's true. Actually, in most of my fics, I have Princess in a body suit like the guys. I have her skirt.And you're really working it, no doubt!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jun 2013 08:20
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jun 2013 08:21
Wait a minute... being on top of the pyramid is some kind of reward? Princess only gets to be there because she saved the day?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jun 2013 09:09
Well, TJ, you should know by now how much some guys like being on top!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Jun 2013 09:47
At least she's not in the skirt giving them a free show.
What's with the blow-lamp? They can turn themselves into inanimate objects now?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jun 2013 06:55
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Jun 2013 06:56
I love how the goons know when to get out of Zoltar's way....
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jun 2013 11:39
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jun 2013 18:29
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jun 2013 18:31
Since when did Zark have arms coming out of his ears?????
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jun 2013 18:34
I'm just trying to wrap my brain around the scenario -- Hurricanes hitting Florida? Inconceivable!!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jun 2013 19:08
Originally posted by ElectricWhite I'm just trying to wrap my brain around the scenario -- Hurricanes hitting Florida? Inconceivable!!!And two in less than two weeks? That is not that unusual these days as well.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Jun 2013 09:25
AMazing the horrible things Zoltar has done to our world!
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIt's making me think "The Hobbit" -there's even giant eagles! (Okay, "hawks"...) Daniella, I think you might want to avoid the second Hobbit movie this December!Originally posted by Becky Rock That's right. They did have the giant spiders in Harry Potter. Was it Ron who was afraid of them?There was a giant spider and a frightenly-huge number of regular-sized ones...which scared Ron to no end. (Why couldn't they be butterflies?)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2013 15:27
And how can Zark looked worried?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Jun 2013 17:00
Originally posted by Becky Rock And how can Zark looked worried?I'd be worried if my arms were coming out of my ears!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2013 17:19
Shame they weren't coming out of wherever his voice is generated.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2013 19:51
Originally posted by Becky Rock Shame they weren't coming out of wherever his voice is generated.Then he'd probably be annoying in sign language!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Jun 2013 13:49
But at least you can ignore sign language - would never do that for someone who actually needs to use it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Jun 2013 07:28
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Jun 2013 07:29
Okay, now their shirts are numbered (they weren't in other stories) and they're all white?
Is Mark number 2 now? So when was Jason promoted?
Originally posted by KT1972 Is Mark number 2 now? So when was Jason promoted?Actually, I think the writers have no clue as to which one is Mark and which one is Jason. They are drawn nearly identical, and the only way the viewers can distinguish them outside of birdstyle is by use of name.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jun 2013 12:24
Originally posted by amethyst Actually, I think the writers have no clue as to which one is Mark and which one is Jason. They are drawn nearly identical, and the only way the viewers can distinguish them outside of birdstyle is by use of name.That's a shame, really, considering how on top of everything else the writers are!
Gatch kabobs must be for lunch cause you guys are just skewering this excellently constructed piece of art.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jun 2013 15:04
Where was Jason? He's not on either of the airboats.
And the huts look more like something you would see in the Amazon vice the Everglades.
Originally posted by Toneman Gatch kabobs must be for lunch cause you guys are just skewering this excellently constructed piece of art.All, I can say is this gives me new appreciation for the Top Cow comics. BTW - WB Toneman!
Thankee sai. Long days and pleasant nights to you. My icon is actually from the BOTP Thundercats crossover from Top Cow. Not bad HUH?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jun 2013 18:30
I thought at first it was from the OAV until I notice the boots still ended on the upper thighs.
And we all know that the boots are the secret to Gatchaman's super abilities........
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Jun 2013 16:41
Originally posted by Toneman And we all know that the boots are the secret to Gatchaman's super abilities........So Gatchaman's abilities only extend to his upper thighs?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Jun 2013 16:52
Don't forget his talented feet!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 15 Jun 2013 16:53
Originally posted by Transmute JunI don't know about Gatchaman himself...but I beg to differ about Joe!Originally posted by Toneman And we all know that the boots are the secret to Gatchaman's super abilities........So Gatchaman's abilities only extend to his upper thighs?
Originally posted by Transmute JunDid you really have to ask that question?? Oh, wait, yes you did. Silly swans always making innuendos and looking for mischief!!!!!!!! By the way, the answer to your question is whatever makes you laugh the loudest.......Originally posted by Toneman And we all know that the boots are the secret to Gatchaman's super abilities........So Gatchaman's abilities only extend to his upper thighs?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Sep 2013 10:20
Wow, talking about the Princess comics, I just realized it had been forever since I had posted here! And I left you guys on a cliffhanger in the middle of a story too!
I apologize for the delay. Here's the next page.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Sep 2013 10:33
So when did Keyop get a chance to bleach his hair?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Sep 2013 10:47
And Mark is still number 2! (Jason fans rejoice!)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Sep 2013 13:09
But at least Jason is there now.
anyone else think that Mark and Jason could be identical twins in the penultimate panel?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Sep 2013 13:21
Originally posted by KT1972 anyone else think that Mark and Jason could be identical twins in the penultimate panel?Yeah, I can see that. I just thought the artist got lazy, photocopied some stock images, and then Scotch taped them into place on the panel!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Sep 2013 15:41
I think you're right, EW. It'd be really easy to make Jason's hair light like they did Keyop's so they could be distinguished.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Sep 2013 02:19
Really ... I'm just struggling to identify individual characters!
True, Marie, if it wasn't for the numbered shirts, it would be hard to distinguish between them.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Sep 2013 07:32
And in our next exciting episode....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Sep 2013 08:15
Where's Crocodile Dundee when you really need him?!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Sep 2013 09:12
In Australia.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 23 Sep 2013 14:36
A "gimmick"? They call this attacking machine a "gimmick"?
Ah and I see they don't need Tiny any more, as the Phoenix can be remote-controlled...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Sep 2013 18:43
Just push his head back down into the water to flood the flames. I'm sure Tiny could do that by jumping up and down on it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Sep 2013 08:12
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Sep 2013 08:17
"Giant alligators breathing fire can only mean one thing."
...Um, they got really bad acid reflux? 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Sep 2013 12:39
Originally posted by ElectricWhite "Giant alligators breathing fire can only mean one thing." ...Um, they got really bad acid reflux?No, it means that it's time for a BBQ!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Sep 2013 13:10
How's Tiny bringing the Phoenix by remote control when the speech bubble suggests that he's already on it? .. how I don't know as an instant before he was with the others!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 25 Sep 2013 14:02
Is the dialogue getting worse, or is it just my impression?
"We'll make like birds?" Is this proper English?
OK, maybe it is, but it's the first time I've seen a sentence constructed like this.
Originally posted by Daniella T "We'll make like birds?" Is this proper English?Oh, one of my past selves wants to come back as a version of the Hulk! ("English teacher smash!") "We'll make like birds and take a look-see." Technically, this isn't proper English. What do birds make? What is a look-see, and from what or whom are we taking it? The part that bothers you, DT, is accepted because of the tendency of native-speakers to replace "act" with "make". When I read that sentence, I was annoyed for a different reason -- the writer was pointing out the fact that G-Force look like birds. (What -- nobody noticed that before?)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Sep 2013 13:21
I think someone was used the 'Howling Planets' slang on the previous page as well.
Planets can't howl, either.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Sep 2013 16:04
Is G-Force about to meet their doom?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Sep 2013 16:31
Quick! Somebody release some ice pythons to take care of those fire alligators!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Sep 2013 17:44
Looks like the team is going to have a hot time in the cave.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Sep 2013 19:10
I seem to recall they can turn into some kind of ice form....?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Oct 2013 05:16
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I seem to recall they can turn into some kind of ice form....?Do you think there's anything they can't turn into in this comic?!?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Oct 2013 06:29
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteA true approximation of the real thing?Originally posted by Transmute Jun I seem to recall they can turn into some kind of ice form....?Do you think there's anything they can't turn into in this comic?!?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Oct 2013 08:03
Originally posted by Transmute JunTouche.Originally posted by ElectricWhiteA true approximation of the real thing?Originally posted by Transmute Jun I seem to recall they can turn into some kind of ice form....?Do you think there's anything they can't turn into in this comic?!?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Oct 2013 10:48
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Oct 2013 10:49
So they turned into water! D'oh!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2013 10:56
"Wave goodbye." Yup, Keyop's punning app works!
"Have a wet sockeroo!" Well, I would've gone with a Wet Willie...
"He must know something we don't." ....'Nuff said!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2013 11:56
Aargh ... the dialogue!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2013 12:12
How can they talk while they're water?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Oct 2013 12:39
Originally posted by Becky Rock How can they talk while they're water?They blow bubbles.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2013 14:18
Originally posted by Transmute JunOriginally posted by Becky Rock How can they talk while they're water?They blow bubbles.
Very interesting avatar, TJ. Did you create it?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2013 14:49
Originally posted by Transmute JunOkay, everybody sing! Tiny bubbles In the wine Make me happy Make me feel fine (With apologies to Don Ho!)Originally posted by Becky Rock How can they talk while they're water?They blow bubbles.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Oct 2013 19:28
Originally posted by Becky Rock Very interesting avatar, TJ. Did you create it?Yep, although 'create' is a little much. It's just a photograph.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun So they turned into water!Am I the only one thinking like this?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Oct 2013 17:54
LB!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2013 17:46
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2013 17:47
First they're water, and now they're a drill...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Oct 2013 18:05
"So stop him." ?!? Geez, that twerpy trash can's getting pretty bossy!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Oct 2013 09:28
Right with you, LB!
I could see the tornado fighter being used as a drill to some extent, but I bet it'd hurt!
Looks like those gators are "screwed"!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Oct 2013 10:55
I just noticed in the pyramid that Tiny is in the center instead of the bottom. Jason's going to need a chiropractor.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Oct 2013 12:16
Being at the bottom, Mark and Jason are clearly the ones who are doing the 'screwing'!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Oct 2013 07:46
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Oct 2013 07:50
Yep, that's what this comic needed.... puns. Lots of puns.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Oct 2013 08:53
It's so nice to know we won't get screwed out of such sharp witted humor.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Oct 2013 10:28
And they're trying to drill those puns into our heads.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Oct 2013 08:55
Back to the status quo....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Oct 2013 09:02
I wonder if the Fantastic Four would be pissed off if they knew about the blatant rip-off of their name.... 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Oct 2013 18:39
Silence...I kill you!
Tiny - "We'd be lost without them". What would the team do if Zoltar just up and disappeared one day? I'm sute they'd get bored.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Oct 2013 09:00
Oooh, Zark can get touchy when his infallible brain is called into question.....
Where in the Midwest is that supposed to be, anyway? It looks more like the desert Southwest to me.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Oct 2013 09:42
Midwest, Southwest, West... all the same thing doncha know?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Oct 2013 09:50
Just because the first train robbery happened just outside of Seymour, Indiana doesn't mean I've got pet tumbleweeds, kiddo!
I'm surprised it resembles anything with any accuracy.....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Oct 2013 10:08
It would take some serious effort to mess up an Old West-themed tourist trap. 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Oct 2013 17:23
Yiappee? Really? And the plaid shirts. I like them in other clothes, but ouch!
I just can't picture Jason saying "Yiapee!" under any circumstances.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2013 06:10
Come on! 'Yiapee' is soooo much cooler than 'yipee'!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2013 07:16
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Come on! 'Yiapee' is soooo much cooler than 'yipee'!Tell ya what, TJ -- come visit America sometime, and we'll gladly show ya what's cool!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2013 10:02
Originally posted by jublke I just can't picture Jason saying "Yiapee!" under any circumstances.Same here! And, I just can't stand all the emphasis on Keyop being an android over and over again!
Originally posted by gatchamarie I just can't stand all the emphasis on Keyop being an android over and over again!well they wouldn't want us to mistake him for a real boy now, would they!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2013 11:05
Originally posted by KT1972Yeah...the characters are so well created that it's easy to confuse them for the real deals!Originally posted by gatchamarie I just can't stand all the emphasis on Keyop being an android over and over again!well they wouldn't want us to mistake him for a real boy now, would they!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2013 14:02
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Tell ya what, TJ -- come visit America sometime, and we'll gladly show ya what's cool!When did California become 'not part of America'?
As for Keyop being an android, you have to remember that this comic was published in a weekly magazine that contained perhaps 20 different comic strips. Readership would vary, and people might not remember that Keyop was an android.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2013 14:38
Originally posted by Transmute JunWell, considering how many think of California as not even being part of Earth....Originally posted by ElectricWhite Tell ya what, TJ -- come visit America sometime, and we'll gladly show ya what's cool!When did California become 'not part of America'?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2013 15:30
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Well, considering how many think of California as not even being part of Earth....So that's why all we Californians feel so close to BOTP... because we're floating in outer space? And I guess I'm not alone, since Springie, James, Jason, Katharine, Amethyst, MarinDoll, etc. are out here too! I'm sure they'll be thrilled to learn of our exotic locale...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And I guess I'm not alone, since Springie, James, Jason, Katharine, Amethyst, MarinDoll, etc. are out here too! I'm sure they'll be thrilled to learn of our exotic locale...OT: Wow! That's a lot of Gatchamaniacs out on the West Coast!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2013 16:39
Originally posted by RedbirdLB is on the west coast too, but not in California.Originally posted by Transmute Jun And I guess I'm not alone, since Springie, James, Jason, Katharine, Amethyst, MarinDoll, etc. are out here too! I'm sure they'll be thrilled to learn of our exotic locale...OT: Wow! That's a lot of Gatchamaniacs out on the West Coast!
You certainly could have a nice get together with those numbers if you ever wanted to.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Oct 2013 17:40
Originally posted by Redbird You certainly could have a nice get together with those numbers if you ever wanted to.We do! At Comic Con each year...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2013 18:23
Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd then you have Chris and (Lyon I believe it is) who are on the West Coast of Canada.Originally posted by RedbirdLB is on the west coast too, but not in California.Originally posted by Transmute Jun And I guess I'm not alone, since Springie, James, Jason, Katharine, Amethyst, MarinDoll, etc. are out here too! I'm sure they'll be thrilled to learn of our exotic locale...OT: Wow! That's a lot of Gatchamaniacs out on the West Coast!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Oct 2013 07:32
Originally posted by clouddancer And then you have Chris and (Lyon I believe it is) who are on the West Coast of Canada.You are correct, CD. Thank you for reminding me. I forgot about them.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Oct 2013 14:45
Originally posted by Transmute JunI thought you were talking about the WDC area. Oops, did I say that?Originally posted by ElectricWhite Well, considering how many think of California as not even being part of Earth....So that's why all we Californians feel so close to BOTP... because we're floating in outer space? And I guess I'm not alone, since Springie, James, Jason, Katharine, Amethyst, MarinDoll, etc. are out here too! I'm sure they'll be thrilled to learn of our exotic locale...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Oct 2013 10:28
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Oct 2013 11:12
Ooooh, I'm so scared! Moving lights, the buttes of Monument Valley appearing in the Midwest, what next?! I don't know if my heart can take it!
Moving lights, the buttes of Monument Valley appearing in the Midwest, what next?! I don't know if my heart can take it!
Wow! Keyop does an awful lot of whingeing for an android - maybe they should change his name to Marvin....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Oct 2013 12:03
Originally posted by KT1972 Wow! Keyop does an awful lot of whingeing for an androidMaybe Zark altered Keyop's programming so that people would say, "Gosh, at least Zark isn't nearly as bad as that Keyop twerp!"
Now I wouldn't go THAT far, EW, nothing could be as bad as Zark!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Oct 2013 12:10
True, but I wouldn't be surprised if that overrated wastepaper basket tried!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Oct 2013 13:47
Or maybe Keyop is Zark's protégé.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Oct 2013 06:33
You guys might be onto something!!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Nov 2013 09:12
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Nov 2013 09:13
Great idea, Keyop! Split up so you can get into trouble! Sigh...
Um...when Keyop said "My horse isn't very well-sprung", did anybody else think of something, well, OTHER THAN what was going on in the story?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Nov 2013 11:34
I try not to go there with Keyop...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Nov 2013 18:27
Mark needs to think about not looking conspicuous - chasing the lights gives them away, I fear.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Nov 2013 05:37
You're right, Becky! They need to act like anybody else would -- record the lights and then post the video on YouTube!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Nov 2013 08:33
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Nov 2013 08:34
Awwww.... poor Keyop feels under-appreciated...
Ok, so if Keyop is an android, then why doesn't one of the others reprogram him to STOP WANDERING OFF!!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Nov 2013 10:24
Originally posted by KT1972 Ok, so if Keyop is an android, then why doesn't one of the others reprogram him to STOP WANDERING OFF!!!!!
You mean, have the team actually do something INTELLIGENT?!?!
yeah, sorry, I forgot.... common sense isn't part of their vocabulary!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Nov 2013 12:38
Only Zark can reprogram Keyop. Why else do you think that Keyop is turning into a mobile version of Zark?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Nov 2013 13:57
I agree. Princess is supposed to be so good with computers, she should be able to do something to Keyop to at least keep him around. But then again, if she did have that capability, she'd gotten rid of his bleeps and blurps a log time ago.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Nov 2013 13:51
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Nov 2013 13:53
So I guess Zoltar knows what they look like in civilian form!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Nov 2013 14:36
It would be nice if Marshal Dillon came riding in about now...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Nov 2013 15:39
Not to mention he knows Keyop is an android.
So ghosts shoot real bullets. Shouldn't that tell them it's not a ghost?
In that previous panel, that last image of Keyop with the wild eyes and red face gives me the creeps. He looks like that talking Chuckie doll from the movies.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Nov 2013 06:08
Originally posted by jublke In that previous panel, that last image of Keyop with the wild eyes and red face gives me the creeps. He looks like that talking Chuckie doll from the movies.I guess this means you'll be producing the next "Where Are They Now" special! I can just imagine it -- Coming up next: What Ever Happened To Chucky?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Nov 2013 06:26
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI guess this means you'll be producing the next "Where Are They Now" special! I can just imagine it -- Coming up next: What Ever Happened To Chucky?If you recall from the movies Bride of Chucky and Son of Chucky, he got married and had a child. And now we know that child was altered by Zark, turned into an android and made into Keyop!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Nov 2013 08:50
Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd the conspiracies become deeper and darker!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI guess this means you'll be producing the next "Where Are They Now" special! I can just imagine it -- Coming up next: What Ever Happened To Chucky?If you recall from the movies Bride of Chucky and Son of Chucky, he got married and had a child. And now we know that child was altered by Zark, turned into an android and made into Keyop!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Nov 2013 17:30
Son of Chuckie? Shudder.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Nov 2013 08:34
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Nov 2013 17:22
So Keyop is a mechanical microbe? Can't they come up with some better insults?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Nov 2013 18:47
At least he didn't say, "You're ugly and your mother dresses you funny!" ....
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Nov 2013 17:13
I'm not sure there are any insults that are really effective anymore.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Nov 2013 20:20
Keyop's (the android version in this comic, I mean) very existence is an insult to the memory of the real Swallow!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Nov 2013 04:57
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Keyop's (the android version in this comic, I mean) very existence is an insult to the memory of the real Swallow!Too true! .... But let's face it -- this comic book vision is an insult to the real BotP universe! (For instance, which is the better Luminous One -- the blue chicken or the dust bunny with googly eyes?)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Nov 2013 19:15
I'm not sure which is worse, but it sure is fun making fun of this version of BotP.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Nov 2013 08:43
Originally posted by Becky Rock I'm not sure which is worse, but it sure is fun making fun of this version of BotP.That's the whole point of this thread! Hence the title, 'What were they thinking?'
Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd, if I may say, I'm glad you went with a tasteful title, TJ. Anymore, it's become so common to use a cruder type of title....Originally posted by Becky Rock I'm not sure which is worse, but it sure is fun making fun of this version of BotP.That's the whole point of this thread! Hence the title, 'What were they thinking?'
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Nov 2013 17:06
Agreed. I think the new term now is 'Really?'
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Nov 2013 09:27
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Nov 2013 09:28
Keyop in a cactus missile... I think there's got to be a bad cliche in there somewhere...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Nov 2013 10:28
I don't know, TJ...things might get prickly if we went Freudian with our jokes about this panel!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Nov 2013 13:37
I think we can say Keyop's dialog is prickly.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Dec 2013 12:12
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Dec 2013 12:24
....And foggy thinking triumphs again!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Dec 2013 17:29
'This should fog him'? Cringe.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Dec 2013 06:40
You mist me!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Dec 2013 08:44
Oh no, an old pirate ship wrecked at the bottom of the ocean.... has to be Spectra!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Dec 2013 09:04
You mean Johnny Depp's been a Spectra agent all this time?!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Dec 2013 18:17
Tiny's starting to sound like Robin in the old Batman live action series with the bad puns.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Dec 2013 07:54
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Dec 2013 07:55
I love how Zoltar has a helmet that accommodates the pointy ears on his mask!
Love how Zoltar's scuba helmet is fitted for his mask.....
and how his goons don't believe him now.... think they're getting fed up of all his boasting by now!
and how his goons don't believe him now.... think they're getting fed up of all his boasting by now!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Dec 2013 09:40
Ummm....isn't going into strange clams the way some guys get crabs?
Ad now that the holiday madness is over, it's time to get back to this exciting story! I'm sure you were all holding your breath in anticipation.
No, that's not a bad underwater joke... sigh...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jan 2014 10:25
Ok, so they suspect a trap...yet as soon as they find the map, they let their guard down so they get captured??
The map's not the only thing that doesn't make sense!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Jan 2014 12:30
I want to know how they're inside the ship, then suddenly being captured outside!
ah, the box in the fifth panel does say they're outside again....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Jan 2014 08:42
Originally posted by KT1972 ah, the box in the fifth panel does say they're outside again....D'oh! You're right! Sure looks like they're inside, though...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jan 2014 10:25
And what does Zoltar mean 'an asteroid of the past'?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Jan 2014 10:44
Well time travel, clearly! After all, they do 'time warp' across the galaxy...
So he somehow moved them into the past? Or is he trying to get them to think they're in the past via the future, as has been his past MO?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Jan 2014 09:47
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Jan 2014 09:49
So... if they routinely fight off Spectran goons, why can't they fight off pirate goons?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jan 2014 15:44
That would ruin the plot.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Jan 2014 09:59
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Jan 2014 15:43
Is there anything they can't become? What if the writers for the strip remembered the first episode of BotP where Zark said it would take s day for the team to change back after going to the Fiery Phoenix? Then they'd never get anything done as often as they change form in this strip.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Jan 2014 11:46
Ok, so what's with the giant crab in the water, or have I missed one?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2014 13:42
Maybe the pirates will make Zoltar walk the plank now and feed the giant crab.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Jan 2014 06:28
Originally posted by KT1972 Ok, so what's with the giant crab in the water, or have I missed one?The giant crab showed up in the previous posting. Still somewhat random, though. Unless pirates and giant crabs always go together?
Originally posted by Transmute JunNot that I'm aware of, it certainly is random though.... but I'm sure all will become clearer in future postings ( although knowing this thread I somehow doubt it)Originally posted by KT1972 Ok, so what's with the giant crab in the water, or have I missed one?The giant crab showed up in the previous posting. Still somewhat random, though. Unless pirates and giant crabs always go together?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Jan 2014 13:32
Originally posted by Transmute JunI told you all waaaay back on Dec. 9 that going into strange clams was the way some guys get crabs!!!Originally posted by KT1972 Ok, so what's with the giant crab in the water, or have I missed one?The giant crab showed up in the previous posting. Still somewhat random, though. Unless pirates and giant crabs always go together?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Jan 2014 15:41
Or the pirates are just crabby.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2014 18:36
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2014 18:37
Form of... a bulldozer!
Why does this remind me of the Wonder Twins?
there's only one thing I find more unbelievable than these impossible storylines, and that's the fact that British kids would actually read this stuff. If the idea was to promote the tv show itself, then any new viewers would have been sorely disappointed to discover the team never really could change into bulldozers, circular saws or whatever else the comic shows them to become.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2014 05:41
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Form of... a bulldozer! Why does this remind me of the Wonder Twins?I'd say the Wonder Twins combined with the Transformers.... KT -- Oh, and here I thought you loooooooved reading some of this planet's laziest writers!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jan 2014 10:28
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2014 10:48
Hmm....I think Zoltar's developing a bit of a speech impediment....(They Mock and Pwincess...)
OK so what was the deal with the giant crab then? And did they transform into a giant pair of surgical clamps????
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2014 12:37
KT, you're trying to find logic in this again! You know you'll just damage your brain!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jan 2014 16:14
They can turn into anything and escape any danger. It doesn't have to make sense. Deal with it.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2014 16:20
Whoa! TJ's gettin' TOUGH!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Jan 2014 06:50
Originally posted by ElectricWhite
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Feb 2014 07:53
Okay, today we begin an exciting new story!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Feb 2014 07:54
Is it just me, or is Princess wearing pants? How progressive!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Feb 2014 08:58
Wait a minute -- is that an Amtrak train?! And Zark said the precaution is unnecessary?!?!
Well, if THAT doesn't prove Zark's an evil enemy agent....
Yep, Princess is in pants and Tiny lost a lot of weight.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Feb 2014 10:36
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2014 12:41
Oh no! This is sooo scary! And now they've got a ghost train!
Will G-Force turn into the Ghostbusters?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Feb 2014 13:02
I love the artsy panel at the end with the ghost train light on their visors...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Feb 2014 14:59
But it emphasizes how wrong their helmets are.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Feb 2014 09:00
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2014 09:37
DON'T DO IT!!!! If you listen to Zark, you'll end up doing dumb things in a badly-drawn comic book!
.....oh. Never mind...
Well I find it reassuring that they have to TRY to believe him.....
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2014 10:01
Zark is practically accusing them of being nuts. They need to go back and slap him around.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Feb 2014 06:30
At least we are being told in no uncertain terms that Zark is not infallible!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2014 16:37
That's for sure!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2014 10:23
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2014 10:24
It's a teleportation train!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2014 11:43
Check out how many TV screens there are on the Phoenix! What do they do -- rent it out as a sports bar when they're not fighting Spectra?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2014 13:53
That's how they make spending money!
'Howling planets'!. The train was swept away by Superman?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2014 15:18
Originally posted by Becky Rock 'Howling planets'!. The train was swept away by Superman?No, it was Pluto!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Feb 2014 07:33
And now we continue with the exciting story of the missing train!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Feb 2014 18:08
What the heck did they do to Jason's helmet? He looks like Magneto.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Feb 2014 18:16
Originally posted by Becky Rock What the heck did they do to Jason's helmet? He looks like Magneto.Maybe they got it out of a Marvel Comics reject bin!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Feb 2014 16:17
And the Luminous One called Zoltar 'O brainless one'. Look whose talking!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Feb 2014 08:43
Good grief, is there nothing those five can't turn into? Love the goons' opinion of Zoltar though.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Feb 2014 09:54
Yeah, that's a bit much, but it was a smart idea to impersonate Zoltar's 'robot'!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2014 15:26
Fantastic Five? Could that be a trademark infringement, kind of?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Feb 2014 03:16
Originally posted by lborgia88 Um, because "smut" is harder to do when you're standing up...But they are trained ninjas! They can smut upside down. Oh wait, can it be used as a verb?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Feb 2014 03:18
Sorry, I just realized I m a few posts behind.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Mar 2014 17:50
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Mar 2014 17:50
Oooh.... Princess and Keyop are disobeying orders....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Mar 2014 18:12
They're gonna get into trouble!
I see Zoltar's goon uttered those famous last words..... "I hope nothing goes wrong...." it's a sure way to guarantee things definitely will!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2014 11:10
So Princess doesn't think they have to follow Mark's orders? So his title of Commander is irrelevant? Yeah, they are going to get into trouble.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2014 11:14
I guess she's decided he didn't earn his position...so, I wonder what kind of trouble she and Keyop will get themselves into....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Mar 2014 18:26
Maybe Princess just likes being a naughty girl, so Mark has to punish her....
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Mar 2014 15:54
Guess we'll have to wait for your next section post to find out.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Mar 2014 16:07
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Mar 2014 16:41
Wonder what Zoltar will do when he tries to pick up that one ingot and it SLIPS OUT OF HIS GRASP BECAUSE PRINCESS OILED IT?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Mar 2014 06:33
I guess Princess is good at oiling things up...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Mar 2014 16:40
But what did she pretend the bars really were?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Mar 2014 17:00
Zoltar's beam needs the purest gold to work. By covering one bar in some oil she found, Princess hopes the beam's machinery will read it as "impure", thus causing it to malfunction.
(Don't think about it -- you'll give yourself a migraine!)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Mar 2014 10:22
Ok, shouldn't that explosion have killed Zoltar outright, not to mention the goons next to him?
(oh sorry, I was forgetting, that's far too realistic for this comic strip )
)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Mar 2014 12:42
Originally posted by KT1972 Ok, shouldn't that explosion have killed Zoltar outright, not to mention the goons next to him? (oh sorry, I was forgetting, that's far too realistic for this comic stripBy Jove, I think she's got it!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Mar 2014 17:15
It's howling planets time again. But it I guess it has to keep its campiness.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Mar 2014 17:21
Originally posted by Becky Rock It's howling planets time again.What exactly do those planets howl at, anyway? A moon?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Mar 2014 08:47
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Mar 2014 08:48
So.... they never recovered the gold. That's a pretty serious financial loss! Shame on G-Force!
But I *love* that Zoltar's ears are dropping sadly after he loses the day...
at least the goons had the right idea.... get out quickly! I'll bet Zoltar has never seen them move so fast.....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Mar 2014 09:46
Originally posted by KT1972 at least the goons had the right idea.... get out quickly!That's one thing the goons on TV never had the sense to do -- they were always shocked to see Zoltar skitter away!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Apr 2014 09:50
And this week we begin a new story... can't promise it will be any better quality than the others, though. Sorry...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Apr 2014 10:04
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And this week we begin a new story... can't promise it will be any better quality than the others, though. SorrySo, instead of "Game of Thrones" we should expect "Game of Groans"?
TJ, Those cartoon images are scanned by you?
It must be time-consuming work.
I'm reading previous pages and thank you very much.
These days I've been browsing E-bay to buy BOTP comics. I notified that there are two versions of comics of Gatchaman and this seems to be one of them.
Quiet silly but also interesting to see.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Apr 2014 06:43
There are multiple versions of comics! The first set I had in this thread (beginning pages) were from the Gold Key Battle of the Planets comics in the 1970s, printed in the US. These ones I am posting now are from the UK, printed in a weekly comics magazine. I don't actually scan them myself, but Jason was kind enough to pass his scans along to me, and that is what I am sharing.
There are also the Top Cow BOTP comics from the early 2000s, which are more 'serious', but have their own problems, not the least of which is that the storyline never finished.
There were also different BOTP comics released in France, Greece, Italy, Spain, etc. As for Gatchaman comics, I don't know what was released in Asia. I'm sure James could chime in with more information.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Apr 2014 15:32
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteThat's for sure. 'Great star-trails?' Sounds like they let Robin lose again.Originally posted by Transmute Jun And this week we begin a new story... can't promise it will be any better quality than the others, though. SorrySo, instead of "Game of Thrones" we should expect "Game of Groans"?
As far as know, there is no comics of Gatchaman in Asia.
I'm so surprised that there are a lot of versions of Gatchaman comics. Anyway I'll be awaiting for the next update Thank you!
Uh....but I need to confess that my heroes in this comics do not look handsome at all...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Apr 2014 17:32
Originally posted by rachel Uh....but I need to confess that my heroes in this comics do not look handsome at all...Don't feel bad, Rachel! All of us have commented on the bad artwork, bad stories, and bad jokes many times!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Apr 2014 11:21
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Apr 2014 10:18
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Apr 2014 11:25
Gee, Mark and Princess sure do have high opinions of themselves! How can they be so sure those robots were after them ? Those trees could have been infested with termites from Alpha Proxima, and Zoltar wanted to eliminate them before they reached the castle!
Rachel -- Yes, he is, though I really don't know why. And the writers of this comic will sometimes beat you over the head with the fact that they've made Keyop an android!!
I'm trying to figure out why Mark and Princess needed the cavalry...they could've taken on a few robots by themselves! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Apr 2014 07:04
Seems to me that Mark and Princess are pretty lame here!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Apr 2014 07:19
Maybe the writers decided that they needed the whole team together to do the impossible things they do to resolve the conflict (like the time they turned into smoke).
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Apr 2014 12:28
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Apr 2014 18:44
Why is Tiny's head always too large for his body?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Apr 2014 19:23
Originally posted by Becky Rock Why is Tiny's head always too large for his body?Uh, maybe he's related to Vanna White? (I wonder if he's any good at turning letters while playing the home version of "Wheel of Fortune"...)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Apr 2014 12:08
He actually looks a bit like Phlox from Star Trek Enterprise in that panel.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Apr 2014 09:22
Yes, Tiny looks like Phlox, and Zoltar lost his nose!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Apr 2014 09:23
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Apr 2014 09:45
Well, I've got to give the writers credit....instead of having something so ordinary and mundane like, say, a laser coming from the robot's lance, they went with something exotic -- ELECTRICITY!
(I'll bet they'd die from shock if they knew how I got the "Electric" part of my user name!)
*groan* @ EW.
(Stuck your fingers in the electrical outlets when you were a kid, huh?).
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Apr 2014 10:06
Originally posted by Redbird (Stuck your fingers in the electrical outlets when you were a kid, huh?).Yeah right.
Once upon a time I worked at a place called Industrial Nightmare, a haunted warehouse in Jeffersonville, IN. (It's been ranked among Fangoria magazine's "Top 5 Haunted Attractions in America" since it opened in 1995.) My character was the Electric Maniac, and I did stuff with electricity that actually scared the pee out of some of the toughest-looking guys around!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Once upon a time I worked at a place called Industrial Nightmare, a haunted warehouse in Jeffersonville, IN. (It's been ranked among Fangoria magazine's "Top 5 Haunted Attractions in America" since it opened in 1995.) My character was the Electric Maniac, and I did stuff with electricity that actually scared the pee out of some of the toughest-looking guys around!Ooh, I'd really love to see that. Really. (I've never been even to a normal haunted house) That sounds fantastic.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Apr 2014 13:47
Originally posted by VictoriaOh, it was a load of fun! (And the fact I got paid, too, was icing on the cake.) Some of my favorite moments involve the reactions of the "manly" men -- many of them would throw their girlfriends at me and then run out of the room!Originally posted by ElectricWhite Once upon a time I worked at a place called Industrial Nightmare, a haunted warehouse in Jeffersonville, IN. (It's been ranked among Fangoria magazine's "Top 5 Haunted Attractions in America" since it opened in 1995.) My character was the Electric Maniac, and I did stuff with electricity that actually scared the pee out of some of the toughest-looking guys around!Ooh, I'd really love to see that. Really. (I've never been even to a normal haunted house) That sounds fantastic.
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Once upon a time I worked at a place called Industrial Nightmare, a haunted warehouse in Jeffersonville, IN. (It's been ranked among Fangoria magazine's "Top 5 Haunted Attractions in America" since it opened in 1995.) My character was the Electric Maniac, and I did stuff with electricity that actually scared the pee out of some of the toughest-looking guys around!Sounds pretty cool, EW!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Apr 2014 06:27
Sounds like you'll be getting a call from Spectra any day now, EW!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Apr 2014 07:10
Heh heh heh.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Apr 2014 15:32
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI've seen that on a show about the greatest haunted houses in America. It looks like a lot of fun. I bet some of those guys screamed at pitches that gave them hernias.Originally posted by VictoriaOh, it was a load of fun! (And the fact I got paid, too, was icing on the cake.) Some of my favorite moments involve the reactions of the "manly" men -- many of them would throw their girlfriends at me and then run out of the room!Originally posted by ElectricWhite Once upon a time I worked at a place called Industrial Nightmare, a haunted warehouse in Jeffersonville, IN. (It's been ranked among Fangoria magazine's "Top 5 Haunted Attractions in America" since it opened in 1995.) My character was the Electric Maniac, and I did stuff with electricity that actually scared the pee out of some of the toughest-looking guys around!Ooh, I'd really love to see that. Really. (I've never been even to a normal haunted house) That sounds fantastic.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Apr 2014 18:19
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Apr 2014 18:29
Gee, Spectra seems to be slumming now -- they used to grab national and planetary leaders, not the mayor of some no-name town!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Apr 2014 06:26
I guess any random hostage will do!
I like Jason's amazing color-changing boots!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Apr 2014 16:16
They ran out of blue colored pencils again.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Apr 2014 11:58
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Apr 2014 11:59
Yes, it's what you were all waiting for! *drumroll*
A flying fortress with a difference.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Apr 2014 15:05
I'm sure this flying fortress will bomb!
(BTW -- the "Flying Fortress" was a type of American bomber used in WWII....surely they couldn't intentionally be making a historical reference!)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Apr 2014 15:25
They aren't that intelligent.
And the Lord of Puns struck again.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2014 09:56
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Apr 2014 15:19
I love the goons' thought about Zoltar being a 'fuse that has blown'. Or was he referring to Zoltar as 'being on the blink'?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Apr 2014 15:35
Originally posted by Becky Rock I love the goons' thought about Zoltar being a 'fuse that has blown'. Or was he referring to Zoltar as 'being on the blink'?Aren't both true?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Apr 2014 18:17
He's one smart goon. Maybe he should take over.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 May 2014 12:29
Originally posted by Becky Rock He's one smart goon. Maybe he should take over.And last only one episode?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 May 2014 16:27
Kind of like on the original Star Trek. If you were in a red Security shirt and only had a first or last name in the credits, you were doomed in that episode.
Yep, if I were a smart goon I'd be pretending to be dumb to escape notice! Then I'd run the other way when the SNT showed up and steal katse's escape pod.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 May 2014 11:16
But Katse isn't going to tell anyone where the secret entrance to his escape pod is.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 May 2014 10:20
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 May 2014 11:54
...Meanwhile, the fleeing flamingos fly to their secret refuge to plot revenge for the thoughtless and wanton destruction of their home!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 May 2014 12:17
I think those flamingos will be Zoltar's next robot inspiration!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 May 2014 15:19
And he'll be attacking nursing homes in Florida.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2014 16:03
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 May 2014 10:27
And now, we start a new story...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 May 2014 10:29
You have to wonder why they're doing their inspection in Keyop's buggy (Which is *huge*!) rather than the Phoenix?
Also, did Keyop's and Tiny's visors disappear?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2014 10:44
Yeah, it does look like they've lost their visors.
I wonder what kind of fun the team will have with those magic mushrooms!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 May 2014 13:22
Maybe there are smurfs living inside...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2014 13:36
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe there are smurfs living inside...Hey, yeah! I've been wondering what Random Acts of Violence Smurf's been up to.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2014 13:42
Hope none of them are allergic to mushrooms.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2014 14:04
Originally posted by Becky Rock Hope none of them are allergic to mushrooms.I'm sure the rest could form a Whirlwind Pyramid so they could transform into an EpiPen.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2014 15:51
Oh, that's a good one! But which of them will be the needle?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2014 16:01
I guess it depends on the size of the allergy victim.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 May 2014 06:55
Mark and Jason can 'poke their needles' into me anytime!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 May 2014 06:58
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Mark and Jason can 'poke their needles' into me anytime!Ladies and Gentlemen...please welcome back TranSMUT Jun!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 May 2014 15:39
TJ went the direction I intended, so more power to her!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 May 2014 18:28
You know we were all thinking it...
The Other Jason
Boardie
posted 13 May 2014 21:31
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe there are smurfs living inside...I can happily live the rest of my life without *ever* considering a Battle/Smurfs crossover. Agh!
Jason
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2014 16:13
That makes two of us, unless they are being used for target practice.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 May 2014 06:46
Originally posted by The Other JasonBut wouldn't Gargamel and Zoltar make the best of friends?Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe there are smurfs living inside...I can happily live the rest of my life without *ever* considering a Battle/Smurfs crossover. Agh!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 May 2014 07:00
Originally posted by Transmute JunBut where would that leave Azreal?Originally posted by The Other JasonBut wouldn't Gargamel and Zoltar make the best of friends?Originally posted by Transmute Jun Maybe there are smurfs living inside...I can happily live the rest of my life without *ever* considering a Battle/Smurfs crossover. Agh!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 May 2014 13:55
Originally posted by ElectricWhite But where would that leave Azreal?Playing with Keyop, of course!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 May 2014 13:57
Zoltar: "My genius will soon give you control over all planets and Earth."
I thought Earth was a planet! If it isn't, what in the heck is it?!
The Other Jason
Boardie
posted 15 May 2014 18:05
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Zoltar: "My genius will soon give you control over all planets and Earth." I thought Earth was a planet! If it isn't, what in the heck is it?!Maybe it's classified the same way as "...alien galaxies beyond space!" Wherever those are.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 May 2014 16:07
We're unique. We have our own designation. Just Earth.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 May 2014 12:48
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 May 2014 12:50
Wait.... so now they're a *blowlamp*?????
Interesting how this 'reproductive' thing mirrors the Fierce Flowers!
I'm wondering if they did watch a couple of episodes after all, let see which one of the team gets captured in this version....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 May 2014 15:54
Maybe they should call in Mario and Luigi!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 May 2014 18:41
I don't even want to know what else they could turn into.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 May 2014 04:34
Originally posted by Becky Rock I don't even want to know what else they could turn into.That's limited only by the writers' "imaginations"!
uh...creepy......
Well I can stand its childish story lines but how they can be Ken/Joe/Jun/Jinpei/Ryu. They all look like middle age men.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 May 2014 10:27
Originally posted by rachel Well I can stand its childish story lines but how they can be Ken/Joe/Jun/Jinpei/Ryu.Actually, they're not. This is a Battle of the Planets comic strip. Small comfort, I know...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 May 2014 09:16
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2014 09:19
Zoltar has to add fertilizer to make the toadstools grow? Huh. I thought the quality of these comics would've done the trick... 
Love the goons expression behind Zoltar - even when it looks like Spectra's winning, he knows it's gonna go wrong....
Originally posted by KT1972 Love the goons expression behind Zoltar - even when it looks like Spectra's winning, he knows it's gonna go wrong.......Or he's realized Zoltar's stealing lines from the 1980's Masters of the Universe tv series! ("By the power of Greyskull, I HAVE THE POWER!") Who wants to be caught in a copyright infringement suit?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 May 2014 09:46
Originally posted by KT1972 Love the goons expression behind Zoltar - even when it looks like Spectra's winning, he knows it's gonna go wrong....Yep, these past few storylines, the goons have seemed to have less and less confidence in Zoltar! Gee, I wonder why?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 May 2014 15:48
I think Zoltar's pontifications are the fertilizer.
I second EW's request of bringing in Mario and Luigi.... only their mushroom consuming abilities can assist G-Force at this crucial moment...
"At last I have a winner. Giant indestructible toadstools. I have the power!"
Dying laughing here -there is a line that I don't think I could ever have imagined reading! Only in this comic...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 May 2014 14:37
Originally posted by lborgia88 "At last I have a winner. Giant indestructible toadstools. I have the power!" Dying laughing here -there is a line that I don't think I could ever have imagined reading! Only in this comic...LOL, I'm sensing inspiration for Bradbury's Jar...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jun 2014 09:12
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2014 10:20
You know, I think that goon's given up on Zoltar too soon. Who knows? After a few words with the brats, a certain look...a nice dinner....a little music...maybe Zoltar and G-Force could have something beautiful and touching....
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Jun 2014 13:56
This is where my English fails me:
"I've got the super brats tabbed." What on earth does this mean?
And, more importantly, do we care? 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jun 2014 15:44
I'm not familiar with the expression, Daniella, but I think it's similar to 'I've got their number', which would mean that he knows what they're up to and how to defeat them.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2014 16:26
Mark is starting to look like a stick figure.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Jun 2014 10:05
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jun 2014 10:37
You know, there are some philosophers who say we should take each day and every happening as though we were little children experiencing them for the very first time. Zoltar has obviously adopted this view (especially while dealing with the Fiery Phoenix), and we must do the same in order to enjoy this literary work.
Okay, enough with the "Deep Thoughts" act -- let's get back to roasting this turkey!
Okay, enough with the "Deep Thoughts" act -- let's get back to roasting this turkey!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jun 2014 15:42
Mark's great idea must have something to do with the water...that is now turning to steam thanks to the Firebird...so they're going to cook the toadstools?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Jun 2014 15:45
Originally posted by Becky Rock ...so they're going to cook the toadstools?Gee, I didn't know you could smoke magic mushrooms in a hookah!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jun 2014 09:27
Originally posted by Becky Rock Mark's great idea must have something to do with the water...that is now turning to steam thanks to the Firebird...so they're going to cook the toadstools?Mmmm.... I could go for some mushroom pizza!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Jun 2014 12:35
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Jun 2014 14:12
Hey, their writers must be slipping! I was sure Zoltar would've said something about the Phoenix taking a swan dive!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jun 2014 16:26
Ouch! Princess may take offense at that.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Jun 2014 06:53
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2014 15:47
Rock 'em, sock 'em robots! In Keyop's case.
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