The twist comes Wednesday.
You all have 48 hours. The twist covers four pages, TGW-315 to TGW-318.
I guess I should give a clue for the contest.
It has to do with the Empire’s desire to not have to worry about the Chinese
while most of it’s military is off liberating Catia. How does the Empire manage that?
The first person to get it right will receive a USB drive with every page that I’ve completed so far (I’m up to TGW-344).
Hint: It’s mostly Teresa’s idea. How does she deal with… opponents?
“What” isn’t enough to win. You must explain “How”.
plus a bunch of scenes that I haven’t used, vote incentives, and bonus art.
Quick thoughts.
Distract the Chinese with a State Visit to China by the Emperor and his daughter, or just the Emperor. Having Kathy and Teresa along would increase the myth of The Dragon Empire after the ravings of the defeated nephew, no longer to be Emperor. Engaging in all of the pomp and ceremony can be distracting to the Chinese, with extended trade and technology negotiations thrown in while the Emperor is there. Having Teresa, the one who stands as the Emperor, not go would be excusable as having them separated is a normal precaution. Kathy bringing Phil would give them a good vacation and add to the human interest to the Chinese while bringing one of the myth creators along. The human interest in the Catians would be expanded exponentially by taking the pregnant Catian along, possibly with one other Catian, but likely no more than the one. Various ploys as to the lack of a large force and its absence from the Empire could be addressed by diversions such as Operation Overlord used before D-Day. The use of one or a few antigrav ships with constantly revolving ID numbers and paint patterns could also add to the illusion of numbers. The craft could be allegedly courier vessels to China back to the Dragon Empire, and fly expanded hours around the Empire’s perimeter and internally. An empire delegation to discuss various matters could also be included and could stay after the Emperor has left to return to his duties. The dragon Empire itself could remain closed due to the absence of the Emperor. Which is why the trip to China might be extended through the length of the campaign to free the Catians. Given enough important Dragin Empire people are in China they could be enough to distract their hosts. Closing the borders could be done with the minimal forces left behind. The space observation could keep an eye on the borders. The excuse of building more space platforms could excuse fewer forces on the ground, should they be noticed. having your forces where they do not think they are is ancient warfare strategy. As is deception as to what is real. throw in some reality and major misdirection and attention getters and the marks will never see what the other hand is doing. There is risk in everything. But if the Chinese eventually notice some situational weaknesses, they really may not want to risk trying to destroy The Dragon Empire because some might survive, and they would be very upset, and very capable of doing severe damage to China. All the world is a stage, and the men and women of The Dragon Empire can be very good actors. They might just gain an ally or trading partner in China during the onstage efforts. Onward to Catia. Free the Catians.
And that’s my quick conjecture as to possibilities. I hope that some enjoyed it.
Life is complex!
Actions are simple.
Choose? How could I? The myriad of possibilities is overwhelming.
You did ask how.
Distraction. The celebrities and preliminary trade team to China with other distractions in the Empire is the main means. Having one of the rulers there and / or an alleged dragon would be worth Chinese attention, along with a pregnant Catian. having sufficient force to respond to and end or delay any aggressive acts would be wise. The public walking into the other empire with resolve and an open hand of friendship would distract greatly.
What the hey. That’s pared down considerably.
If I had your imagination I’d be writing my own webcomic.
I’d use Chinese tradition against them, show them a dragon, have the dragon explain the extremely short future of the Chinese empire if they attack the Dragon Empire.
Perhaps have Kathy visit China, or just show the present visitors along with a video recording of the event.
Teresa is the healer. The Prince is muttering about dragons. Here’s my take.
Load everyone up on a plane, except the boat crew, and fly them all home to China. Shows tech superiority.
Teresa heals the back of the Prince at home on camera, but leaves his mind alone. Shows compassion. Muttering about dragons in China is okay as they believe in dragons. The uncle must be neutralized, one way or another and every-one else put on notice (Teresa’s healing) that dragons are not to be messed with. What she can fix she can undo. With their satellites gone they are pretty much isolated unless the Dragon Empire says you can talk now.The trio of envoys may be the ruling committee, as they witnessed everything first hand. They also seem to be the most thoughtful of the group. Set up a ‘Get your house in order and we’ll talk trade etc.’ timetable. Shows willingness to bargain.
Wouldn’t it be something if Linne was Tiger Paw?
Actually, Tiger Paw is dead. The story was to be that Linne was his daughter, and took over from him.
I had her in the dental chair after their failed raid as Belinda got ready to perform her magic.
Linne was to ask Belinda if her boss had ever heard of Tiger Paw…
But having her wake up in the park with a breakfast coupon pinned to her blouse was funnier.
One way to deal with the Chinese would be to bring up what happened recently in Romania with the asteroid bombing. Mess with us and turn to rubble. Cooperate with us, help liberate Catia then we would be more inclined to share technology.
The twist comes Wednesday.
You all have 48 hours. The twist covers four pages, TGW-315 to TGW-318.
I guess I should give a clue for the contest.
It has to do with the Empire’s desire to not have to worry about the Chinese
while most of it’s military is off liberating Catia. How does the Empire manage that?
The first person to get it right will receive a USB drive with every page that I’ve completed so far (I’m up to TGW-344).
Hint: It’s mostly Teresa’s idea. How does she deal with… opponents?
“What” isn’t enough to win. You must explain “How”.
plus a bunch of scenes that I haven’t used, vote incentives, and bonus art.
Quick thoughts.
Distract the Chinese with a State Visit to China by the Emperor and his daughter, or just the Emperor. Having Kathy and Teresa along would increase the myth of The Dragon Empire after the ravings of the defeated nephew, no longer to be Emperor. Engaging in all of the pomp and ceremony can be distracting to the Chinese, with extended trade and technology negotiations thrown in while the Emperor is there. Having Teresa, the one who stands as the Emperor, not go would be excusable as having them separated is a normal precaution. Kathy bringing Phil would give them a good vacation and add to the human interest to the Chinese while bringing one of the myth creators along. The human interest in the Catians would be expanded exponentially by taking the pregnant Catian along, possibly with one other Catian, but likely no more than the one. Various ploys as to the lack of a large force and its absence from the Empire could be addressed by diversions such as Operation Overlord used before D-Day. The use of one or a few antigrav ships with constantly revolving ID numbers and paint patterns could also add to the illusion of numbers. The craft could be allegedly courier vessels to China back to the Dragon Empire, and fly expanded hours around the Empire’s perimeter and internally. An empire delegation to discuss various matters could also be included and could stay after the Emperor has left to return to his duties. The dragon Empire itself could remain closed due to the absence of the Emperor. Which is why the trip to China might be extended through the length of the campaign to free the Catians. Given enough important Dragin Empire people are in China they could be enough to distract their hosts. Closing the borders could be done with the minimal forces left behind. The space observation could keep an eye on the borders. The excuse of building more space platforms could excuse fewer forces on the ground, should they be noticed. having your forces where they do not think they are is ancient warfare strategy. As is deception as to what is real. throw in some reality and major misdirection and attention getters and the marks will never see what the other hand is doing. There is risk in everything. But if the Chinese eventually notice some situational weaknesses, they really may not want to risk trying to destroy The Dragon Empire because some might survive, and they would be very upset, and very capable of doing severe damage to China. All the world is a stage, and the men and women of The Dragon Empire can be very good actors. They might just gain an ally or trading partner in China during the onstage efforts. Onward to Catia. Free the Catians.
And that’s my quick conjecture as to possibilities. I hope that some enjoyed it.
Okay, no shotguns.
Make one prediction and stick with it, okay?
Your best one is????
Although that was funny…
Life is complex!
Actions are simple.
Choose? How could I? The myriad of possibilities is overwhelming.
You did ask how.
Distraction. The celebrities and preliminary trade team to China with other distractions in the Empire is the main means. Having one of the rulers there and / or an alleged dragon would be worth Chinese attention, along with a pregnant Catian. having sufficient force to respond to and end or delay any aggressive acts would be wise. The public walking into the other empire with resolve and an open hand of friendship would distract greatly.
What the hey. That’s pared down considerably.
If I had your imagination I’d be writing my own webcomic.
I’d use Chinese tradition against them, show them a dragon, have the dragon explain the extremely short future of the Chinese empire if they attack the Dragon Empire.
Perhaps have Kathy visit China, or just show the present visitors along with a video recording of the event.
Teresa is the healer. The Prince is muttering about dragons. Here’s my take.
Load everyone up on a plane, except the boat crew, and fly them all home to China. Shows tech superiority.
Teresa heals the back of the Prince at home on camera, but leaves his mind alone. Shows compassion. Muttering about dragons in China is okay as they believe in dragons. The uncle must be neutralized, one way or another and every-one else put on notice (Teresa’s healing) that dragons are not to be messed with. What she can fix she can undo. With their satellites gone they are pretty much isolated unless the Dragon Empire says you can talk now.The trio of envoys may be the ruling committee, as they witnessed everything first hand. They also seem to be the most thoughtful of the group. Set up a ‘Get your house in order and we’ll talk trade etc.’ timetable. Shows willingness to bargain.
Wouldn’t it be something if Linne was Tiger Paw?
Actually, Tiger Paw is dead. The story was to be that Linne was his daughter, and took over from him.
I had her in the dental chair after their failed raid as Belinda got ready to perform her magic.
Linne was to ask Belinda if her boss had ever heard of Tiger Paw…
But having her wake up in the park with a breakfast coupon pinned to her blouse was funnier.
One way to deal with the Chinese would be to bring up what happened recently in Romania with the asteroid bombing. Mess with us and turn to rubble. Cooperate with us, help liberate Catia then we would be more inclined to share technology.