Session Start: Wed Jul 07 21:19:37 1999
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<GenBowser> Hi everyone!!
<Swizzle> Hi guys. Sorry, I had this minimized.
<IrishTCat> Hello David
<GenBowser> Hi Rob
*** Swizzle sets mode: +oo GenBowser IrishTCat
<GenBowser> Hi Jen
<IrishTCat> Hello Jen 
<Swizzle> Don't mind me tonight. I think the heat has finally fried my brain.
<Swizzle> How did you make out in it Rob
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<DoctorT> *pow*
<Swizzle> Hi Tuna!
*** Swizzle sets mode: +o DoctorT
<DoctorT> Greetings, all. I find myself happily at home this week, where it is far cooler and more convenient.
<IrishTCat> Heat ?  
<Swizzle> Oh, hey did you guys get that e-mail I cc'd to Bill about the MA Sim using this channel?
<IrishTCat> Bah Its hotter here in the house than it is outside .. 
<DoctorT> Yes, I did. I am glad they are making the jump. I wish them well.
<GenBowser> brb afk
<IrishTCat> The Airconditioning is broken down .. 
<Swizzle> You know. The 100 degrees and counting the NE endured. It was a cool 93 today. :)
<DoctorT> No air conditioning needed in Vermont this evening.
<Swizzle> Sweltering has become my favorite new word.
<Swizzle> Lucky you, T.
<IrishTCat> Its like 86 degrees inside as of right now .. 
<Swizzle> Got your AC running?
<GenBowser> I'm back!!
<DoctorT> No AC tonight for me.
<GenBowser> yes I got the email, Jen
*** Joins: Felina (wgred@nt1-27.eclipse.net)
<GenBowser> uh oh,looks like the system is slow again
<DoctorT> Hello, Mary!
<Swizzle> I hope they do well here. Would be nice to increase traffic a bit.
<GenBowser> Hi Mary
<Swizzle> Hi Mary! How are you?
*** GenBowser sets mode: +o Felina
<Felina> Sorry I am late, almost didn't make it.
<GenBowser> glad you could make it!
<IrishTCat> David did the Cd come in yet  so I can send you the money order for it    
<Felina> Okay, surviving the heat without air-conditioning.
<GenBowser> not yet, hopefully soon
<DoctorT> You are well in Time, Mary. And might I mention that you look marvelous tonight.
<GenBowser> oh, did you get my email, Tuna?
<Swizzle> No prob. We were just chatting about the heat. My brain's fried. I can't imagine what you're going through. No AC?
<Felina> Thanks, Tuna!
<IrishTCat> E Mail ? 
<DoctorT> Yes, I did, but haven't had time to decide or act since I got home. Thanks for your help.
<GenBowser> what email, Rob? you're welcome, Tuna
<IrishTCat> <<~~~AC hasnt worked right at his house for the past 4 days 
<Felina> We broke down and got one in the bedroom.  Last night all the kids and the dog camped out on the floor in our room.  Talk about adventures.
<Swizzle> LOL
<DoctorT> Being in Atlanta was like being on Venus. You had to dash from one climate controlled environment to another.
<GenBowser> I can believe it, Mary, my brother bought an air condition that we put in my mom's room last week
<Swizzle> We'd be fine here if the computer was on the first floor.
<Felina> LOL Tuna :)
<IrishTCat> <<~~~went to work right after his champions game yesterday  
<Swizzle> Venus, without all those toxic clouds, well before rush hour that is.
<Felina> Did you camp in her room, David?
<GenBowser> no, but we have the computer in her room:-)
<Swizzle> LOL
<GenBowser> and the tv:-)
<DoctorT> Air pollution in Atlanta is a problem. Too crowded, insane traffic, and now its also expensive.
<Felina> Humid, too!
<Swizzle> It's a trendy place to be, thanks to Ted.
<IrishTCat> Dragon Con was in Atlanta  :|
<GenBowser> oh, movie recommendations - both Notting Hill and An Ideal Husband are good
<Swizzle> Well, at least we'll all be in the spirit for tonight's lava spewing volcano.
<Felina> LOL
<IrishTCat> <<~~~Is hot and tired as well 
<DoctorT> Casting call?
<Swizzle> <=== Swizzle, Skreech
<IrishTCat> <<~~Saw AP2 and WWW  
<Felina> I am worried about being Felina and Fluffy this time.  They are each in different settings.
<DoctorT> <=== Doctor (and more)
<Felina> I am not sure I can do that!!!
<IrishTCat> <<~~Irish T Cat 
<Swizzle> I can take Fluffy for you Mary.
<GenBowser> <=========Gen. Bowser
<Felina> Which would you rather I be, Jen? Tuna?
<DoctorT> <=== SENTIENCE OF POND is also me
<Swizzle> Tuna, is Lisa coming or will you do ... nevermind answered my question.
<IrishTCat> Isnt Jen Jen and Tuna Tuna ? 
<Swizzle> I prefer you do Felina Mary.
<DoctorT> As long as the lava travelers and clibers move along it is OK.
<Felina> I thought of that as soon as I typed it Irish :)
<Felina> Okay
<Swizzle> Since I'm doing Skreech I'd have a hard time splitting scenes too.
<GenBowser> you could do it though, Jen:-)
<DoctorT> Jen can help along with the other group along with David. We only have 2 scenes tonight.
<GenBowser> sounds good to me
<Swizzle> With the two active brain cells I have left, want me to be a vegetable by midnight?
<IrishTCat> [[[Will nap in between lines ]]
<GenBowser> LOL no we don't want that
<Swizzle> Ok then are we set?
<GenBowser> I think so, I have the credits ready to roll
<DoctorT> I will also do Guardian of Light is needed.
<Swizzle> <Oh and accent on the scenery tonight. Looks cool for the fx dept.>
<DoctorT> as needed.
<IrishTCat> [[Slept 2 hours in the past 2 days so be nice]]
<GenBowser> oh, I won my first game of Settlers of Catann on monday:-)
<DoctorT> <Agree, feel free to describe lots of special effects>
<Swizzle> <Break a leg gang>
<GenBowser> okey dokey, rolling the credtis now
<GenBowser> <<New Adventures of Doctor Who Simulation: The Renegades>>
<GenBowser> <<Coming of Age, Part 4>>
<GenBowser> <<By Alfred C. Snider>>
<DoctorT> <This shouldn't take too long, actually>
<DoctorT> # = Facing Iron Mountain
<Felina> <Good I am sleepy, the dog got in my bed and jabbed me in the back all night last night, yeech>
<Swizzle> # ::the glass shuttle rocks violently as a huge splash of sea leaps upward toward it::
<GenBowser> #:::Gen. Bowser sits on his haunches gazing upon the awesome forces arrayed against them::::
<Swizzle> # ::searing molten lava splurts up and out down the iron mountain::
<DoctorT> # ::: The Swizzle shuttle shudders in the face of a revolt by the natural order -- lava spewing from holes in the mountain side, the wind howling, the sea storming and foaming. A huge rock face looks out at them, with fire pouring out of rough hewn eye sockets and a huge craggy mouth.:::
<IrishTCat> # ///It isnt nice to be mean to the less fortunate///
<Felina> # ::Struggles to maintain contact with Pond::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor hangs on to the shuttle as it rocks back and forth and tries to remain in contact with the sentience of Pond.:::
<GenBowser> #:::the General attempts to hold onto the shuttle platform as it shudders:::
<IrishTCat> #///Even I ::smug mental tone:: know that much ///
<Swizzle> # ::Swizzlebot hastens to stabilize shuttle activating energy roof just before lava impacts::
<Felina> # ::Despite wisdom beyond her years, and many terrifying life experiences, Felina is scared to the core of her being::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor closes his eyes and reaches out to Pond.:::
<Felina> # ::Flung violently from side to side, bumped and bruised:
<IrishTCat> #///So stop all this foolish fur messing type behavior and be nice ok //
<Swizzle> # Evacuation recommended. Atmospheric conditions too volitile. ::reaches for navigation controls::
<GenBowser> #::Bowser begins yelling a primal howl of anger and fear:::
<Swizzle> #:: a spark of lighting strikes out from Iron Mountain blasting through energy roof and engulfing Swizzlebot::
<Felina> #::Grabs on to the seat and closes her eyes, begins deep breathing, calms herself::
<DoctorT> # POND> :::spewing lava and hot gas from its igneous mouth::: I will crush you with myself! <loud and howling>
<GenBowser> <Kill you all, die, make you suffer>
<IrishTCat> # ///Thats not being Nice!/// ::Irish growls loudly::
<Swizzle> # Fizzzzhrgygygzzll::swizzlebot explodes with a whirr::
<DoctorT> # :::Lighting begins to strike all around them -- hitting the mountainside, striking the side of the shuttle, a Swizzle robot is struck by a bolt and explodes.:::
<Felina> # ::Speaks:: POND, your children need you, we beg you, do not abandon your offspring
*** Swizzle is now known as Skreech
<Skreech> # ::clutches sides of seat as her balance rocks back and forth::
<IrishTCat> # ///Thats it. I have tried to be nice but now you are trying to get me wet/// 
<IrishTCat> #///I hate WET!///
<Felina> # ::Tries again unsuccessfully to contact Pond:: Our Mother Pond, we beseech you, hear us! 
<Skreech> # ::blocks face from sparking swizzlebot and tumbles toward side::
<DoctorT> # :::Huge portions of the mountain break away, pushed by very thick, gooey hot lava, which grabs more slag fragments and carries them downward in a slow moving escalator to the hell below -- lave entering a cold ocean creating huge bursts of steam and boiling water.:::
*** Skreech is now known as Swizzle
<Felina> ::Eyes roll back in head as she attempts to concentrate::
<GenBowser> #::bowser slips from his seat, landing on the floor and rolling around:::
<DoctorT> # :::A huge column of steaming water rises from the sea directly underneath the shuttle:::
<Swizzle> # ::when Swizzlebot explodes the navigation panels go with it sending the shuttle tilting sharply to the left::
<DoctorT> $ = distant space
<Felina> # ::Speaks to Irish:: We must join our efforts, brother cat.
*** Swizzle is now known as Fluffy
*** Fluffy is now known as Skreech
<DoctorT> $ :: In deep space a huge shape begins to form, blocking out the stars begind it, and then it moves towards the Madelaine cluster.:::
<IrishTCat> # This Pond is making me mad ..   
<Skreech> # I can't hold on! :;screams as her clawless paws begin to slip::
*** Skreech is now known as Fluffy
<Felina> #We must not anger Pond, child.  Pond is our home, we need her nurturing care!
<DoctorT> # :::The column of superheated water strikes underneath the the shuttle, tipping it almost on its side.:::
<Fluffy> # You have to - ::reaches to help the young kit but the shuttle veers again and tosses him over the side::
<GenBowser> #:::Bowser howls as he slides across the shuttle and over the side:::
<IrishTCat> # ::Irishs fur is throwing off green sparks as his eyes are closed:: 
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor grabs onto a railing to avoid being flung off of the shuttle.:::
<Felina> # Join with me child, give me your paw! Together we can contact Pond! I am certain of it.
<Fluffy> # Skreech> FLUFFY!!! ::reaches out as she too tumbles along the side of the shuttle::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor continues to reach out to Pond:: You must hear us, you must know us, do not be ignorant of the web of life!
<GenBowser> % = the Slab of rock
<IrishTCat> # Too Late. Its already made me mad.  ::Irish reaches out mentally to Felina and snaps her into a link with great strength:: 
<Fluffy> # ::Spot yelps as he's tossed after them and strait down onto rock slab beside Fluffy::
<GenBowser> #:::spot howls as he, too, slips over the side of the shuttle:::
<Felina> # ::Reaches to take Irish's hand, but finds it is no longer necessary, murmurs:: Thank you child
<GenBowser> <oops, use yours>
<DoctorT> # :::The shuttle rights itself after being struck, and the Doctor sees that the two telepaths are still aboard...decides to continue to reach Pond:::
<Fluffy> % ::lands with a shutter, his head cracking against the rock slab knocking all sense out of him::
<GenBowser> %:::Gen. Bowser falls thru the air, then lands on hard ground with a resounding THUMP:::
<Fluffy> <No prob. We GMTA David.>
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor moves to stand next to Felina and Irish, streatches out his hands and toughes each of them, and shrinks back slightly as he feels the power of this triple mental signal.:::
<IrishTCat> # ::Bits and pieces of vast knowledge of Time and Space touch Felina's mind as Irish stretches out to catch Maker up into the link::
*** Fluffy is now known as Skreech
<Felina> # ::Swept up into a powerful link with Irish.  Speaks to the Doctor::  Perhaps if we join our efforts with yours Doctor?
<Felina> # ::Mind reels with new knowledge and insight::
<Skreech> % ::twists and lands on her feet, bracing her fall with her front paws::
<IrishTCat> [[To me My X-Men .. 8^)]] 
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor feels the power as he is snapped into a link with Felina and Irish. Strange forces and strange signals astound all three of them.:::
<GenBowser> %:::Bowser shakes his head and takes in his surroundings:::
<GenBowser> <be sure to say that with a British accent now, Rob:-)>
<Skreech> % Fluffy?! ::steps toward him, but the rock slab begins to move::
<IrishTCat> [[Engage # 1 ]]
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor forces his mind to focus on Pond, and along wioth the power of the others, he feels they are getting through.:::
<Felina> # ::Feeling the link strengthen, hearing a new level of communication with Pond::
<GenBowser> %:::Bowser is amazed to see they are on a rock slab which floats on the lava stream towards the ocean:::
<DoctorT> # :::The huge face on the side of the mountain springs into new life, the mouth dipping, the eyes rising a bit, gaining in malevolence.:::
<Felina> # ::Speaks:: Pond, Pond, can you hear your children now?
<Skreech> % ::balances herself to scan the surroundings:: If we hit the sea, we'll be boiled alive!
<GenBowser> %:::Bowser hears an anguished cry and looks towards the edge of the slab:::
<IrishTCat> # I suppose blowing up the planet would irritate everyone ..   
<DoctorT> # POND>:::Lava and gas burst out of the mountain's igneous face as it addresses them::: AAAAHHHHH.... MMWAAAA HA HA HA! I AM FIRE, I AM ROCK, I AM ALL POWERFUL!
<Skreech> % ::sees she's too far from Fluffy to reach him, but her eyes glimpse another victim nearby::
<Felina> # Yes, and you are also our mother.  Act like one!
<IrishTCat> #///More like vastly irritating to my mind///
<Skreech> % ::inches over to the fallen Basset laying limply near the rock slab's left edge::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor shouts to Pond::: Hear me, let us cooperate and learn to live together. All are bound up together!
<GenBowser> %:::he sees both Fluffy and Spot are in trouble.  Spot is too far away to help, but the Tabby is within range:::
<Felina> # The children you have nurtured need you, you can not abandon us, we need you like all children need their mother.
<Skreech> % ::sees Bowser inching toward Fluffy on the other side::
<Felina> # There must be a way for us to live together.  
<Felina> # Please, tell us how we have angered you, that we might make amends and live together in peace.
<GenBowser> %::Fearlessly, Bowser launches himself, sliding across the rock towards the helpless creature::::
<DoctorT> # POND> :::bursts of fire and gas::: YOU OFFEND MY BEAUTIFUL SURFACE. YOU ARE TOO SMALL TO BE OF IMPORTANCE. I AM BIG. SEE HOW I AM BIG. BIG IS BEAUTIFUL! BIGGEST IS MOST WONDERFUL! SMALL SPECKS MUST NOT COUNT.
<Skreech> % ::the Basset Spot is unconcsious and bleeding from his head, she shakes him but gets no response::
<GenBowser> %::Digging in his claws, he comes to a halt inches away from Fluffy:::
<Felina> #::Gasps in shock, and wavers in the link, struggles to hold on::
<Skreech> % Wake up, Basset! ::scans the quickly approaching sea::
<GenBowser> %::Gently but firmly, he takes the scruff of her neck in  his mouth::::
<Felina> # Yes, you are big.  You must act big, you must be responsible for nurturing the lives that depend on you.
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor shouts out :: Big? You are not so big. The universe is bigger than you know, far vaster than you can perceive. Do not risk the help that we offer you!
<GenBowser> %:::He pulls her back from the edge of the slab:::
<IrishTCat> # ///Tell that to the victims of the black Plague in old Earth. Tooth Decay wiped out all their teeth /// 
<Skreech> % ::the slab is only 15 paces from boiling steam, Skreech spots a low hanging cliff nearby::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor fires out a message from the depth of his soul:: Sometimes the large need the help of the small!
<GenBowser> %:::Bowser licks Fluffy's face, waking her up:::
<Felina> # We may be small, but we offer a big wisdom that you lack.  Grow up, Pond.
<DoctorT> # Pond, this may be your last chance! Do not act rashly!
<GenBowser> % Hurry, we must get off this rock now or we are doomed!
<Skreech> % ::she prepares to jump, halts when Spot whimpers::
<Felina> # We can work together.  We can live in peace.  All things are possible. Listen, we beseech you!
<DoctorT> # POND> SPECKS DISAGREE. SPECKS DO NOT COUNT. TIME FOR THIS SPHERE TO EVOLVE, TIME FOR THIS SPHERE, MY BODY, TO BE CLEAN OF YOU! SPECKS MUST BE PURGED!
<IrishTCat> # I bet he acts rashly ..  ::Irish speaks crossly:: 
<Skreech> % Basset, wake up. You must wake up. ::paws Spot::
<DoctorT> #POND> :::The volcanism and natural disorder around them escalate:::
<Felina> # ::Reels with effort to maintain the link::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor sends one more message to Pond::: The meet the large friends of the small at your own peril.
*** GenBowser is now known as DWFluffy
<Felina> # Doctor, you must make Pond understand reason.  I fear I am too weak to continue this link much longer!
<DWFluffy> %:::Fluffy comes awake with a start.  She takes in the nearness of the ocean to the water flow::
<Skreech> % Spot> Rrrrr, head.
<DWFluffy> %:::She exchanges a wordless glance with the General::::
*** DWFluffy is now known as GenBowser
<DoctorT> #:::Suddenly the sun is blocked out and a huge portion of the sky turns black. The moons, Mutt and Kitt, stand out in eeries brightness against the blackness filling space beyond the planet. The two moons rapidly slow in the sky and then stop. Then they reverse course and begin wobbling randomly in the sky.:::
<Felina> # ::Beads of perspiration dot her wrinkled brow::
<GenBowser> %:::Together, Gen. Bowser and Fluffy leap off the rock slab and onto a section of the shoreline below:::
<IrishTCat> [[Dont tell me the Guardian has taken up moon juggling  ;) ]]
<DoctorT> # ::: The ground all around them begins to shift in new and strange ways, objects rise and fall, gravity is fluctuating.:::
<Skreech> % ::nips Spot's ear making him glare at her:: Fight later, Basset. We have to jump, ::nods to approaching sea:: now.
<GenBowser> %:::looking back, they see Spot and Skreech about to jump.  They call out, encouraging them to jump:::
<Felina> # Is unnerved by the changes in the sky, but has seen so many strange things since the arrival of Irish and the Doctor, that she takes it all in stride::
<Skreech> % Spot> ::Struggles to get up, getting a paw from Skreech::
<DoctorT> # :::As the blackness covers the sky the two moons provide the only available light, and Pond begins a planetary howl of wind, primal matter, and water.:::
<Skreech> % ::as the cliff edge whizzes past, Skreech kicks herself into the air propelling Spot beside her::
<GenBowser> % Come on now, jump you two!!
<Felina> # ::Ears wring, and heart wrenches as she feels an emphatic link with Pond::
<DoctorT> # :::The planetary howl fills all available space and is an eerie sound, striking a strange blow at the consciousness of all on the planet -- Tabbys, Bassets, and all creatures on Pond.:::
<IrishTCat> # Pond is a small fish in a biiger pond now I think .. 
*** GenBowser is now known as DWFluffy
<DWFluffy> % Yes please hurry and jump!!
*** DWFluffy is now known as GenBowser
<Skreech> % ::the pair scrambles onto the cliff edge as the sea rises and the sky darkens::
<DoctorT> # POND> AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHVFFFFF TTTHHHHHEEEE PPPPAAAAIIIIINNNNNN!!!!!!!
<Felina> # Pond, we are here with you. We do not abandon you. 
<Skreech> <I had them jump. They're on a cliff above the shore.>
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor grabs onto Felina and Irish::: Now is our chance!
<Felina> # Please Doctor, tell me what to do!
<GenBowser> %::Bowser and Fluffy run over to Skreech and Spot:::
<GenBowser> %  Good show, you two!
<Skreech> % Spot> ::looks up:: Pond has swallowed the moon! We're done for.
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor smiles at Felina::: You will know what to do when the gambit unfolds. Observe, now it begins....
<Felina> # What is going on?  How can we help Pond?  What is that thing out there? <Have I asked enough leading questions? ;)>
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor turns and looks up at the rock face of Pond:: Who is speck and who is not?
<Felina> # ::Relaxes in the Doctor's smile and sits still to watch and learn::
<Skreech> % This is no time to give up, Basset. Come on. ::scrambles as far away from the water as possible, pausing to wave to Bowser and Fluffy::
<IrishTCat> # Could we hurry up? I am getting tired of holding this link open .. 
<GenBowser> %:::Bowser looks around as the sky grows dark and the ocean rises:::
<Felina> # ::whispers to Irish:: Is he always this self-assured?
<Skreech> % Spot> Grrr... My name is Spot, cat.
<GenBowser> % We'll have to go to higher ground.
<DoctorT> # ::Suddenly a bright silvery glow emerges from the huge blackness covering the sky. The two moons are no longer visible as the light envelopes all of the sky and all of the planet. A strange sweet humming sound fills the space of Pond. Every spot on the planet is illuminated, every grain of granite separately visible.:::
*** GenBowser is now known as DWFluffy
<Felina> # ::Gasps in wonder:: Truly Pond is beautiful indeed!
<DWFluffy> %::Fluffy shakes her head in agreement:::
*** DWFluffy is now known as GenBowser
<DoctorT> # :::The silver light solidifies into a vast silvery figure, standing astride the entire planetary system, filling the sky entirely above Iron Mountain.:::
<Skreech> % And mine's Skreech, your savior so quit growling at me. Or would you prefer getting a lava bath?
<IrishTCat> # Mostly he is making it up as he goes along .. 
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor calls to Pond::: Planetary sentince of Pond, I would like to introduce you to the Guardian of Light.
<Felina> #::Looks to Irish:: I wonder.. what you say seems true, but then he does seem to know what he is doing..
<GenBowser> % Come on, Spot, quit complaining and get moving.
<IrishTCat> # ::Irish laughs skeptically :: 
<Skreech> % ::Spot bows his head humbly::
<Felina> # ::Stares in wonder at the Guardian, well, what she can see of him, anyway::
<DoctorT> # :::The great shimmering face of the Guardian of Light, as big as a star system floating in the sky, fixes its bright eyes on the rock face on Iron Mountain, beams of light flow out of the eye sockets and illuminate the mountain face.::
<GenBowser> % Shall we get these two up that hill, Skreech?
<Felina> # ::Thinks to self::Eyes that gleam, rock mouths that speak...truly this is the most wonderous link ...
<DoctorT> #GofL> :::A sweet of immense voice fills the atmosphere all around, it is a voice heard only in soon-forgotten dreams::: I am the Guardian of Light. I defend life and the universe. I come to restore order and fecundity.
<Skreech> % ::Spot grunts as he starts to climb:: I'm not a pup, General. I can climb myself. ::pulls himself up the ledge despite the splintering pain in his head::
<Skreech> % ::to Bowser:: Your a proud lot, aren't you General?
<IrishTCat> # ::Irish looks unimpressed::
<GenBowser> % Never turn down a helping hand, young feller-me-lad
<Felina> #::Heart is filled with wonder and hope at the melodious sound of the guardian, and whispers::Let it be so
<DoctorT> #GofL> :::Sweet voice becomes slightly less so ::: I am here to pass judgment. This planetary intelligence has acted rashly and irresponsibly. It cannot be allowed to survive.
<GenBowser> %:::to Skreech:: Sometimes too proud, it seems.  
<Felina> # What,Irish, did you not hear what he said? He comes to restore order.  Are you not hopeful?
<Skreech> % Fluffy>Enough chatter, Skreech. ::eyes the ever rising waves:: Let's move. ::he too struggles up the cliff unaided::
<GenBowser> %::::Bowser climbs behind Fluffy, poised to help if necessary::::
<Felina> # ::Thinks:: Oh, oh, maybe you are right, Irish..
<DoctorT> # GofL> Therefore let my just will be carried out. The neural network which creates this planetary sentience must be eliminated. It shall be done. Unless.....
<Skreech> % ::nods toward Fluffy:: Stupid pride runs in the web, it seems.
<Felina> #::Gasps::Doctor, do something!!
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor calls out :::Wait! Of Guardian of Light, unless what?
<DoctorT> <of=oh>
<Skreech> % ::pulls self up rock face just below Spot::
<IrishTCat> # Hopeful?  No I am hungry and tired and irritated but not hopeful .. " ::The green glow around Irish is starting to fade:
<DoctorT> #GofL> UNLESS! Who will speak up for the planetary intelligence which has grown on Pond? Who will defend its rash actions towards entire ecosystems?
<Felina> # Irish, are you well?  We need you, please strong and wise brother, don't drop the link!
<Felina> # Hang on Irish!
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor shouts::: I will speak for Pond! It may yet learn, given a chance, to cooperate with other life forms. It may yet deserve a chance to live in peace.
<Skreech> % ::the dogs and cats climb slowly up a step of rocks as the ground shutters, lava heats the air and boiling water surges below::
<GenBowser> %:::The Tabbys and Bassets make their way slowly up the crumbling slope of the cliff::::
<IrishTCat> # I can hold it open for a little while longer ..  ::Irishs whiskers start to droop:: 
<Skreech> % Head to the left! ::yells from below as a stream of lava spits out from directly above::
<Felina> ::Speaks in an authoritarian voice:: I too speak for Pond!  My people and I will try to teach Pond the way of the web of al life!
*** GenBowser is now known as DWFluffy
<Skreech> % ::Spot scrambles to the side, closer to Fluffy::
<Felina> # We have known her in the past, and can tell you that she is capable of nurturing life, all life.
<DWFluffy> %::Fluffy starts to make the turn, the cries out as he begins sliding down the slope:::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor looks over the side, and sees the cats and dogs moving up the cliff together. :: 
<Felina> # She has been our loving mother for melinia...  She can be so again.  We will help her learn how.
<Skreech> % Fluffy!! ::screams but can not reach him::
<Felina> #::Nudges Irish:: SPeak for Pond Irish, please!
<IrishTCat> # I suppose that even the stupidest of creatures deserve a second chance and all that other sentimental stuff about forgiveness.  
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor points over the sides::: See how those who have hated for many generations learn to work together!
<DWFluffy> %:::Bowser braces himself and catches the cat wi th his body:::
<DoctorT> #GofL> So! Pond has allies riding on its back. Time for a verdict!
<Skreech> % ::sighs relief:: Are you two alright?
<IrishTCat> # Even if I do want to smack this stupid Pond around for a while with my claws 
<DWFluffy> %:::fluffy mews his gratitude, then they continue climbing:::
<DWFluffy> % Yes Skreech, we're fine!
*** DWFluffy is now known as GenBowser
<DoctorT> #GofL> The sentience of the planet Pond may speak in response tot those who have spoken for it. It deserves at least that right before being dispatched.,
<Skreech> % Spot>::begins to feel dizzy, pants and clings to wall::
<Felina> # ::speaks to Irish:: enough brother, do not tire yourself.
<GenBowser> %:::Bowser and Fluffy make their way closer towards Skreech and Spot as they climb::::
<Felina> # Hang on the the link for just a moment longer, Irish.
<Skreech> % ::watches them climb beaming eyes of relief at Fluffy and honest gratitude to Bowser::
<DoctorT> # :::All natural disaster activity ceases. The lava stops. The wind grows silent, the sea below grows calm. :::
<GenBowser> %:::Bowser smiles back at Skreech, then continues climbing::::
<Felina> # ::Frail old body quivers and shakes with effor to maintain the link::
<DoctorT> # :::The silence is oppressive, the only noise being some steam and the obvious pain of Felina and Irish:::
<IrishTCat> # But its my nap time ..  
<DoctorT> # :::The mouth gash of Pond's mountainside face moves a bit, and then a wheezing, pained voice is heard.:::
<Skreech> % ::General:: Maybe I was too hard on the Bassets, Bowser. When this is over maybe we could learn to be friends again in the web?
<DoctorT> # Pond> I thought I was alone. I thought only I was alive, specks not important. But to you I am a speck. If I am a speck, I must learn to respect and live in harmony with specks. Perhaps all are specks.
<GenBowser> % ::To Skreech:: I think perhaps we too have been too harsh on the Tabbys.  I would like very much to be friends again in the web.
<Felina> #::Concentrates thoughts on the web and sends soothing comforting feelings towards Pond::
<DoctorT> #GofL> Very well. I doubt your sincerity, but I will suspend judgment. But judgment will come, and in the future it will. Judgment for Pond and all of the life it carries.
<DoctorT> #GofL> BUT JUDGMENT SHALL COME, AS IT COMES TO ALL. EVEN TO YOU, DOCTOR!
<Felina> # ::Relaxes, filled with relief and joy:: This is all we ask for, the chance to restore the web to its proper balance.
<Skreech> % Spot> Impossible. Bassets and Tabbys were never friends. ::growls:: 
<IrishTCat> # ::Irish slumps over the green glow disappearing as he opens his eyes:: 
<DoctorT> # :::Suddenly the stellar figure of the Guardian of Light vanishes. The natural sunlight returns, the moons continue their chasing in the sky. The sounds of earthquake, volcano, storm, and wind are suddenly gone. All is quiet.:::
<GenBowser> % ::to Spot:: Not so, young feller-me-lad, not so
<Felina> # ::Slowly slips out to the link and collapses next to Irish::
<IrishTCat> # Its my nap time now so dont bother me. ::Irish goes off to sleep::
<Skreech> % Spot> We're too different. The only thing we do well is fight!
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor looks around, and then looks over the side of the shuttle, sees the Bassets and Tabbys below and waves to them.::: Good show! Good show! Way to play it like a team!
<Felina> # ::Speaks feebly:: Doctor?  Is it true?  We have another chance to live together in the web of life?
<GenBowser> % It's never too late to learn new things, Spot
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor continues waving::: Yes, another chance to do it right. A rare thing, that, a very rare thing.
<Skreech> % Spot> Well, with all due respect General, I'm not going to hang around on this rock for your mutual appreciation society mee- ::rock slips out in his hand and he tumbles backward with a howl::
<Felina> # I must share with all the people of POND my new insight.  We must care for mother Pond.  We have work to do.
<GenBowser> %::Bowser shuffles over, meeting Skreech and bracing to catch Spot:::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor nods::: It may be a paradigm shift in the making.
<Skreech> % ::reaches out instinctively to grab Spot's right paw, wrapping her clawless paw around his elbow joint::
<Felina> # ::Stands and claps hands:: I call a spirit circle for all the children of Pond, Tabbys and Bassetts alike!
<Skreech> % ::Spot hangs suspended in the air, braced from above by Skreech and below by Bowser::
<GenBowser> %:::Bowser holds steady:::
<DoctorT> $ = Celebration at the Tabby Spirit Circle
<Skreech> % Fluffy> ::mewls:: Maybe there's a few other things Bassets and Tabbys do well together, Spot.
<Felina> #::Is suddenly filled with new strength and resolve:: Yes, a sprit circle for all.  This is indeed a new way..
<Felina> $  Later at the spirit circle....
<Felina> $ ::Felina is seated next to General Bowser::
<DoctorT> $ ::: Tabbys and Bassets are gathered together, interacting, sniffing, sharing tasty treats.::
<Skreech> % ::Spot whimpers and bows a bashful head:: Maybe. ::looks up at his rescuers, Tabby and Basset alike:: Thank you.
<Felina> $ Neither is seated higher than the other, they appear to be equals::
<DoctorT> <Just a moment so the others can join us, let's describe the scene>
<GenBowser> % Welcome, Spot, welcome indeed
<DoctorT> $ :::The flags and war pennons of both Tabbys and Bassets fly together. :::
<Felina> @=$ ::There is an air of festivity to the circle gathering::
<Skreech> % ::purrs in reply:: Come on Spot. We have a cliff to climb.
<Felina> $ :: Laughter has replaced growls and hisses::
<Skreech> % ::as soon as Spot safely braces against the cliff the air suddenly halts::
<DoctorT> $ :::An angry Swizzle robot is trying to gain an audience with Felina and Bowser.:::
*** Joins: AdmBreon (Breon02@98C9C066.ipt.aol.com)
<AdmBreon> <<::Waves::>>
<Skreech> % ::Skreech pauses, looking around as the lava dries up, the sea recedes to a calm and the air cools down::
<Skreech> <Hi Steve>
<GenBowser> %:::the foursome make their way to the top of the cliff, collapsing once they reach it:::
<Felina> $::The smells of yummy foods and sweet pastries waft through the air::
<GenBowser> <Hi Steve!>
<Felina> $  ::Felina looks out over the crowd and is well pleased::
<Skreech> % ::looks around with a relieved and surprised grin:: It's stopped.
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor wanders among the celebration, smiling and joking.:::
*** Quits: IrishTCat (Ping timeout for IrishTCat[user-2ivf867.dialup.mindspring.com])
<Skreech> % Spot> We survived?
*** Joins: IrishTCat (rlstubbs@user-2ivf052.dialup.mindspring.com)
<GenBowser> % It has indeed.  I wonder why?
<AdmBreon> <<::Waves::>>
<AdmBreon> <<ZGrr stupid keyboard>>
<Felina> $ ::Kitties and Pups tumble underfoot in lighthearted play::
<Skreech> % Fluffy> We've made a peace. They did it, look! ::points to the occupants waving from the shuttle above::
*** GenBowser sets mode: +o AdmBreon
*** GenBowser sets mode: +o IrishTCat
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor laughs:: Now the only dog chasing a cat is up in the sky!
<GenBowser> %:::Waves tiredly yet enthusiastically at the shuttle above::
<Skreech> % ::waves back sharing a sense of relief and exhileration that for the first time she shares with her Basset neighbors, kin in the web of life::
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor and Irish are approached by two honor guards who request their presence at the center of the circle.:::
<Skreech> <Ok, we're here for the end>
<Felina> ::Felina sees the robot, but chooses to ignore it for a time, as is her right::
*** Skreech is now known as Swizzle
<GenBowser> <yep, made it just in time:-)>
<Swizzle> $ ::the second Swizzlebot command unit whirs to life in the Tabby circle::
<Felina> ::Turns to General Bowser:: This is the way the spirit circle should have been all along, is it not, old friend?
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor whispers to Irish::: They will want us to stay, I am sure. We'll simply have to be moving along. Probably done too much here already. I hope the Guardian doesn't tell the High Council.
<IrishTCat> $ I'm ready to go Maker ..  ::Irish says from his shoulder perch:: 
<GenBowser> % :::Nods in agreement with Felina::  Yes indeed, old friend.
<Swizzle> $ ::weaves a path under dog and cat paws to get to the native elders::
<Felina> Tabbys and Bassets, sisters and brothers of Pond, living together in peace
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor and Irish stand outside the circle and watch the confrontation with the Swizzle robot.:::
<GenBowser> <make that a $>
<Felina> $ ::Turns to the Robot::
<Felina> $ ::Signals for silence::
<Felina> $ You robot, dare to enter HERE? On this day? 
<Swizzle> $ ::whirls to a stop before Felina and Bowser:: Swizzle Corp is pleased the mission to contain planet unrest was successful. factory production should return to normal now.
<GenBowser> $:::Bowser shakes his head:::
<Swizzle> $ Swizzle Corp still maintains a legal contract with the Basset government.
<Felina> $::Bows to Bowser:: Perhaps you would like to tell the Robot just what our peoples think about this matter?
<Swizzle> $ ::eye probes focus on Bowser:: This contract will be maintained.
<GenBowser> $ There is no more Basset government
<Felina> $ ::Nods head in agreement::
<GenBowser> $ No more Tabby government either, only Pond government
<Swizzle> $ ::Skreech purrs beside Spot as he grunts in support of Bowser::
<Swizzle> $ ::radar ears spin and bleep with news:: Information not acceptable.
<GenBowser> $ All previous agreements with Swizzle corp are, I believe you say, null and void.
<DoctorT> $:::Warriors begin to close in around Swizzle-bot:::
<Swizzle> $ Swizzle Corp has invested numerous credits in Pond. Basset society needs our technology.
<Felina> $ ::Meows in agreement:: It is as the General says
<GenBowser> $ YOu will suspend operations and leave Pond immediately
<Felina> $ Remove him
<GenBowser> $ We need only ourselves and the planet
<DoctorT> $ :::Warriors rush Swizzle bot and begins shoving it out of the circle:::
<Swizzle> $ ::bleeps and whirs, backing away from the Basset and Tabby warriors closing in on it::
<Felina> $ This robot and the company he stands for are an abomination that will no longer be tolerated!
<GenBowser> $ I believe it is time to, as you also say, "cut your loses and run"?
<GenBowser> <make that losses>
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor and Irish walk into the Spirit Circle as requested.:::
<Felina> $ ::Motions the Doctor and Irish forward::
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor and Irish stand before Bowser and Felina. ::
<Felina> $Speak to us, true friends of Pond
<Swizzle> $ ::amplifies voice:: Swizzle Corp will terminate operations. The Basset government is barred from future technology exchanges.
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor bows :: Glory to the future of Pond. It has been our pleasure to serve. Now, we must be on our way. 
<GenBowser> $::waves offhandedly at Swizzlebot:::
<Swizzle> $ ::Swizzlebot transports back to space sat in a metallic bitter heap::
<IrishTCat> $ Time to be off.
<Felina> $::Concerned:: Please stay.  Pond is dormant now, but may not always be...
*** Swizzle is now known as Skreech
<Felina> I am sure the Bassetts and Tabbys can learn much from you about how to live together in the web of life
<Felina> ::Turns to General Bowser:: Do you not agree?
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor smiles and nods his head::: Yes, Pond may awaken again, but when it does, it is a conversation it must have with itself, with its fellow life force, not with us.
<Skreech> $ ::purrs as Swizzlebot departs:: That was fun. ::to Spot:: I don't know how you could stand those metal creatures.
<GenBowser> % I agree it may not always be.  However, we are together now, and will face t hat possible future together
<DoctorT> $ We have obligations elsewhere, and your destiny must ride with you.
<Felina> $ How will we make  link without your help. I beg you again, stay, friends.
<Skreech> $ Spot>::scratches ear:: I didn't. They make a terrible squeaking noise. 
<GenBowser> $ There will always be a place in the web of life for you here, dear friends
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor holds up a single finger as a sign of advice::: When that conversation begins, put aside all of your preconceptions. Do not prejudge, lest ye be judged.
<Felina> $::Takes comfort in the General's words and steels herself with resolve for the future::
<GenBowser> $::Bowser nods in understanding::
<DoctorT> $ Good luck to all of you.
<Felina> $ ::Nods at the Doctor:: We will remember your advice, and pass it on from generation to generation
<IrishTCat> $ Cats and Dogs have different strengths and weaknesses so work together as it were.  ::Irish speaks up to everyone :: in stage whisper to Maker:: Not that I can think of any cat weaknesses at the moment::
<Felina> $ ::Reaches out the shake hands/paws with the Doctor:: Farewell friend
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor turns to go, marching out of the circle:: I'll let you know when I find them, Irish.
<Felina> $::Scratches Irish behind the ears:: I will miss you, brother.
<GenBowser> $:::shakes hand/paw with the Doctor also:::
<DoctorT> $ :: The Doctor and Irish find the TARDIS which had been hidden in a nearby tent. The door opens and in they go.:::
<IrishTCat> $ Bye Bye .. ::Irish departs quickly::  
<Felina> $ ::Watches the Doctor and Irish leave, and turns to the crowd::
<GenBowser> $ ::to Irish::Watch over the Doctor, young feller-me-lad
<DoctorT> # = in the TARDIS
<Felina> $ Today is a great day!
<Felina> $ Today we celebrate our union as the children of pond!
<IrishTCat> # Its that time again!  
<IrishTCat> # ::Irish runs off to the kitchen::
<Felina> $ We celebrate another chance, a rebirth, a new government...
<Skreech> $ ::smiles at Felina's words, standing side by side with Spot::
<AdmBreon> <<::Sits down with popcorn after going through 8 applications::>>
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor enters the console room and heads straight for the kitchen.:: I would fancy a warm cup and perhaps a crumpet. What say you, you telepathic feline?
<IrishTCat> # ::Irish drags out a large sea bass and dumps it in his bowl:: 
<GenBowser> $::smiles too, looking out over the young ones sitting together as one people:::
<Felina> $ A chance to be once more united by the web of life into one family..
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor is in the kitchen, coffee brewing, and puts in a crumpet to toast in an old 1930's toaster.:::
<Felina> No longer Bassetts and Tabbys are we....
<IrishTCat> # I am eating my fish ..  
<Felina> $ Now we are simply....
<Felina> ::Turns to Bowser with a twinkle in her eye:: Dare I say it old friend?
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor smiles::: Say Irish, I had an idea. Tell me what you think of it. Since cats and dogs can get along so well, I was thinking we should get a ...., well, you know, perhaps a...
<GenBowser> $ ::smiles::: of course you dare, old friend
<IrishTCat> # I just hope next time you can manage to stay out of trouble though Maker ..  
<Felina> $ ::Grins and faces the crowd:: From this day forward, we are simply....
<Felina> THE PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
<IrishTCat> # ::Irish gnaws on his fish with relish:: 
<GenBowser> $ The People!!!!!!
<IrishTCat> <<Pause Irish T Cat>>
<Felina> $ ::Crowd erupts with joy and gladness chanting:: The People of Pond!!!!
<Skreech> $ ::Skreech meows in support, Spot's growl turns to a howling call to the rest::
<DoctorT> # :: The Doctor laughs as the toast burns.::: 
<DoctorT> <pause Dr>
<Skreech> $ ::The Tabby's echo cheerful meowing chants as the Bassets harmonizes with a round of barotone howls::
<Felina> ::Grabs General Bowser in a hug and raises his paw in a victory salute::
<GenBowser> $:::bashfully grins,  hugs back and raises Felina's other paw in salute:::
<Skreech> $ ::and beneath them Pond ripples a serenade of cool breezes making the campfire dance in celebration::
<Skreech> <pause Skreech, Spot, Pond>
<Felina> $ The scene erupts into a giant group hug, Tabbys and Bassetts all clapping each other on the back::
<Felina> $  The  People of Pond disperse to celebrate::
<GenBowser> <paws Bowser>
<Felina> $ ::Felina takes General Bowsers arm:: Come friend, let's celebrate the night away..and drink a toast to the Doctor and Irish!
<Felina> <paws Felina>
<GenBowser> <<PAUSE SIM>>
<GenBowser> <<CUT AND PRINT>> 
<Skreech> Bravo!!!!!
<GenBowser> Bravo!!! very good job, everyone!!
<DoctorT> <Huge applause for all> Thanks to all of you for doing such a lovely job with my simple little story. You all added so much verve and color to it! Thank you so much.
<Skreech> Great job gang!
<Skreech> This one rocked.
<Felina> Tuna, I like it when we are in the same scene!!! This one was fun !!!
<IrishTCat> Night everyone .. Good Job all.. 
<GenBowser> it was a wonderful story, Tuna, thank you very much for writing it
<GenBowser> Night Rob!!
<DoctorT> Stay cool, Rob.
<Felina> NIght Irish!!!
<Skreech> You were superb Mary.
*** Parts: IrishTCat (rlstubbs@user-2ivf052.dialup.mindspring.com)
<Felina> So were you! My son was watching your name changes and was really wowed!!
<GenBowser> very good job, Mary
<GenBowser> good job all around
<GenBowser> glad you could make it and watch, Steve
<GenBowser> how are your teeth?
<Skreech> Oh thanks. I was watching David's changes. He's quick.
<Felina> You follow leads well David :)
<DoctorT> As well, I love being in scenes with all of you. It is so good to have you back with us, Mary. Lisa says she will be a regular again now that she has the software figured out. Too bad she is in transit to Toronto.
<Skreech> I think we loved our scenes tonight Tuna. Sorry we ran over a bit.
<GenBowser> thanks Mary:-)
<GenBowser> glad lisa has the software figured out, will be good to  have her back, too
<Skreech> Well, next week I'm putting up one of my stories. It's a chase through an anomaly of time and space. I hope you like it.
<DoctorT> No problem. I'm learning how to not crowd the script up too much. Well, off to nite nite land! Went to the web site again today and admired it.
<Felina> Your scenes were fun, Jen! Great witty dialog.
<Skreech> Not bad for my two survinving brain cells - inky and wonky.
<Felina> I've got to go to sleep too.  Good night Tuna, Steve, Jen and David
<GenBowser> Night Tuna!!
<DoctorT> That's what I love about all of you, I laugh later when I read it or do a recon.
<GenBowser> Night Mary!!
<Skreech> Night Mary.
<Skreech> Night Tuna.
<Felina> ::Waves good night::
<DoctorT> *poof*
*** Quits: DoctorT (Quit: Read error to DoctorT[98CA8B85.ipt.aol.com]: Connection reset by peer)
<Felina> I am off to make sure there are NO dogs or kids in my bed.  See you next week!
*** Quits: Felina (Quit: Quit: Leaving)
<GenBowser> ::waving to Steve:::
<Skreech> Inky bids adieu, but Wonky doesn't know what it means so she'll just say Ta Ta!
<GenBowser> gee, I hate to leave him all alone in the room
<GenBowser> Night Jen!
* Skreech whips up a cyberpet to keep Steve and his missing teeth amused
<GenBowser> lol
<Skreech> Adios!
Session Close: Wed Jul 07 23:52:28 1999