Zebulon

The ClubHouse: The Game - Discussion Room: The Red Room: Zebulon

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Sunday, October 08, 2000 - 07:52 am Click here to edit this post
Zebulon enters the Red Room confessional and sits down facing the screen.


The Interrogator says:

Good evening. Feel free to say anything you wish. Maybe something you didn't give voice to while talking with the other players, or some opinion you want to state.


Zebulaon nods his head and says:

I have to admit that I really appreciate the strong opinions in the discussions. I realize we haven't gone for each other's throat yet and I imagine that's what the public is waiting for....I don't know. I can only guess.

Sometimes I'm so clear cut in my views that no amount of discussion or persuation can change that. It's sort of like convincing the light switch to turn itself off. No amount of talking or screaming will change its position. I think that's when the other houseguests will start getting pissed at me. That's fine. I'll still listen to all their points of view and I'm not saying that I will be non-persuaded on EVERY topic we discuss.

Moondance and Arreal, so far, seem to be strongly opinionated and level headed. I'll have to evaluate everyone else as I get to know them and what their thought processes are. It's only been 2 days.


After a moment of silence the Interrogator says:

If there is nothing else, we will talk again tomorrow.


Zebulon nods, gets up and leaves the room.

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Monday, October 09, 2000 - 06:10 pm Click here to edit this post
Zebulon sits down facing the screen.


The Interrogator says:

You have gotten to meet and know each other for a couple of days. Sometimes first impressions last the longest. Select two houseguests, preferably one you like and one you don't (or one you like the least) and tell me YOUR impression.


Zebulon sighs and grimaces. he says:

This is a very difficult choice because through everything I've seen so far, I like the majority of the houseguests for different reasons. I won't be wishy washy though and I will choose to talk about Moondance and Luke.


The Interrogator says:

Ok, first the like.


Zebulon nods and says:

I've been very impressed with Moondance because she has not only found time to interact with a majority of the guests in the house, she has also participated in all the discussions and challenges. Her answers are direct and reflect similar values I have in my own life. She also openly admits when she is "teetering" one way or another on a topic. I've noticed some people have just teetered their way through just based on trying to explain what they mean. She is different.


The Interrogator says:

Dislike?

Zebulon bites his lip and says:

Luke, it's not that I don't like him or anything like that, but I suppose he's the one I've got to know the least because he is rarely here or rarely participates in the activities. When he does participate, his answers are so short and unfinished.

That's about it.


The Interrogator says:

We will talk again tomrrow.


Zebulon nods and leaves the Red Room.

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Tuesday, October 10, 2000 - 11:33 am Click here to edit this post
Zebulon walks in and sits down. He says:

I really think it's funny how some people in here say they dislike conflict but really seem to be looking for it.

For example, today I was in the hot tub when Arreal joins us and starts wondering where all the conflicting personalities are. She states that she wasn't wanting conflict but expected to be more. Then she was wondering who was being real and who wasn't. It's all about "being real". Maybe someone should confront her and instigate a conflict just to "be real". It makes a lot of sense, doesn't it?

Zebulon shakes his head and says:

I haven't had too much conversation with HiMay, but something she said bothered me today. She was expressing one of her most embarrassing moments which included something about her boyfriend and a clogged toilet. She said that she was so embarrassed that she never saw or spoke to him again.

I'm wondering why this guy deserves to be "dumped" (pun only slightly intended) just because of an embarrassing situation that wasn't his fault to begin with? He must have felt terrible and wondered what was going on. How could anyone just drop someone like a hot potato for something so insignificant? It makes you wonder what other minor situations she's run away from. It seems very weak to me.

I guess that's about all I have to say for today. Oh! The latest challenge is fantastic!

The Interrogator says:

We will talk again later.


Zebulon leaps to his feet and says:

Seeya later, Interrogator.

Then he exits the room.

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Wednesday, October 11, 2000 - 01:45 pm Click here to edit this post
Zebulon was in the Red Room discussing the row that happened with May and Xenia when he said:

Well, I've confronted HiMay with the issue I was describing earlier and she became very defensive and wanted to avoid the issue. Then, she claimed that she may have made up the story. The final thing she said was that she left part of the story out which she then stated an hour or so later like that ending of a perfect fairy tale.

She dumped this guy because she was embarrassed with herself. I just don't go for that. It shows weak character.


Zebulon shakes his head, then continues:

All of a sudden, Xenia chimes in with her 2 cents that makes NO sense. She accuses me of drumming up fake conflict and accuses me of being an a$$hole and blah blah blah.

I didn't dream this situation up. It was a real situation stated by HiMay that was susceptible for possible discussion. I disagreed with her actions and decided to discuss it.

Xenia's just sticking her nose in discussions to keep herself busy or to try to impress and nothing more. I say good luck on her quest in trying to impress me with the empty confrontations she accuses me of.


Zebulon pauses, then shrugs and says:

I'm definitely not angry. In fact, I think this is funny. People inside want conflict and when a valid situation arises and there is conflict, they can't handle it and start avoiding the issue or getting defensive.

Host

Saturday, October 14, 2000 - 08:56 am Click here to edit this post
October 12 - Zebulon enters the room and smiles at the Interrogator. He says:

I just wanted to talk about something that has been bothering me. I know Xenia has been a bit angry for one reason or another towards several people....some provoked and some unprovoked. Everyone knows that I've taken some shots and have received some shots. However, I noticed something that Mantastic said to Xenia in a retalitory attack that simply went beyond the bounds of acceptable confrontation. I don't know if he meant to say that or not, but attacking the way someone looks steps over the boundries of this game. Maybe that's why he decided to quit. I can't picture someone who is as verbose as he is making such a cheap shot and he didn't present himself enough to really get to know his character.

As for nominations, I admire Roger's strategy and I sort of expected nominations from HiMay and Xenia (even though I don't think she did nominate me). My confrontation of an issue with HiMay (as meticulous as it may have seemed to be) was in no way induced to verify the nomination of someone. I just wanted to make that clear. The subject was discussed and that was the end of it....at least for me. I can't picture myself blowing someone off for something they didn't cause in the first place. I nominated Xenia for the apparrant reason that she was consistently complaining about one thing or another. Tell it to the Host or make a Suggestion, but spare us.

I realize I'm up for banishment, but I can't expend energy worrying about something that's already been done. I certainly don't require coddling over it. I've tried to provide as much open information as I can in the discussions and the challenges have been a lot of fun, as well. I've been told by many throughout my life how unpredictable I am and how hard it is to figure me out. I am who I am and if people like that, great. If not, great.

With that said,
WHAT DO YOU GET FROM A PAMPERED COW?
SPOILED MILK.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A HARLEY AND A HOOVER?
THE LOCATION OF THE DIRT BAG.

(ba boom ching)

Interrogator: If there's nothing further, we'll talk soon.

Zeb jumps up and skips out of the room.

Host

Sunday, October 15, 2000 - 02:14 pm Click here to edit this post
Zebulon enters the room, looks at the Interrogator with a troubled look, and says:

Hi Interrogator,

I just wanted to make a brief comment regarding the discovery of Talisker being a moderator and being allowed to play in The Game. As I understand it, she was originally let in to be a "mole" and cause some sort of havoc. If that was the case, she really blew her cover. I also noticed on several occassions that she has tried to initiate private chats with people. I thought that was a BIG no-no. The fact remains that Tali was found out to be a moderator and has already breached the rules after entering the game regardless if those options have been taken away from her.

My original opinion was to immediately take her out of the game and replace her with an alternate. However, after reading the statement of The Host, I have no choice but to trust what he says unless I find out otherwise. He seems to have a good thing going here and I trust his judgement. Based on his statement that Tali will have all her special flags turned off and become a regular user, I'm ok with allowing her to remain in the game.

This will also more than likely be at the scrutiny of everyone on the outside. I'm sure they will assess the situation and suggest solutions.

As far as I'm concerned, the issue has been discussed and it's time to move on with The Game...

Interrogator: If there's nothing further, we'll talk soon.

Zeb gets up and saunters out of the room.

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Thursday, October 19, 2000 - 09:42 pm Click here to edit this post
<runs in>


( , )


<runs out>


<runs back in laughing>

Ok, I forgot to tell you something. There's not anyone here I don't like....even Xenia. I think she likes getting under people's skin when she gets the chance and, in some rare cases, I'm the same way. However, I don't continuously stay in that mode. I guess that's why I nominated her. Besides, I think she's growing tired of being here. She
rarely posts anymore. On a good note, Xenia's skill at writing is exceptional. I think that comes from her avid joy of reading and is noticeable.

Making the other 2 nomination choices today was a bit odd for me. It's funny, but I'm starting to understand the difficulty the BB houseguests had during their nominations. It basically came down to nominating
Roger, but I don't think he will get booted based on the banners he's received. I like Roger and it was basically a choice of putting a competitor in the voting mix. My 3rd nomination came down to a choice between 3 people. I won't say I rolled a 3 sided dice
because I don't think such a thing exists. Out of those three, the first name that popped in my head was HiMay. She may pop in once a day for a few minutes, if that. It seems I rarely see her.

It looks like Roger may get to take a peek at the outside world for about 10 minutes. It'll be interesting to see what he comes back with. I think we are nearing completion of the latest challenge writing a theme song to the lyrics of "Stayin' Alive". I grabbed the real lyrics off the
posted site and just ran with it. The rough draft is being looked over by all of us to see if any changes need to be made. It'll definitely be ready by the cutoff date.

I just hope everyone out there is having as much fun as we are. Things are really starting to gel in here. Oh, maybe that was yesterday's dinner.

Talk to you later...

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Friday, October 20, 2000 - 09:09 am Click here to edit this post
Zebulon trundles into the room and sits down. He shakes his head, sighs, and says:

Well, I knew Xenia was going to a negative person in this game. It feeds her ego. However, it's amazing exactly how hateful and slanderous she truly is.


The Interrogator says:

Is there something specific you want to talk about? That is bothering you?


Zebulon gets a pained look on his face. He says:

I post a piece of my life on the boards on Wed. about a serious long term relationship that ended when it became a long distance relationship...it's all there in the post.

Xenia, the heartless witch, immediately posts speculation that I'm this evil woman beater and blah blah blah. Ok, funny..haha. Today, she posts that I hogged writing the song and that I didn't put it up for discussion. If you go back and read the posts, you will see that I DID put it up for discussion and everyone (including Xenia) said that it was great.

The next day she's bitching to Moon about it. What is her damage?

My mistake was letting her know that her slander upset me. For the record, all my previous relationships have been long term and non violent and I even stay in touch with Suzanne, the girl Xenia says I abuse. Hmmm ...


Zebulaon pauses in thought for a few moments. Then he says:

I think Xenia has personally had a lot fo abuse or dished out a lot of abuse in her own previous relationships. If there's someone to be wary of, it's her. I have plenty of proof of my credibility but I wonder if she can say the same?


The Interrogator ask:

If you could say something to Xenia, one on one, right now, what would you say?


Zebulon grins and says:

I would congratulate Xenia.

I'm usually the one who ticks someone off, but at least I try to find a valid reason instead of making one up. She really picked up on the one heartfelt post I made in the Living Room and twisted it into her own tale of slanderous bile.

She's very good at what she does, but is it good enough to get her somewhere in life? What goes around, comes around. She has a lot to be angry about.


The Interrogator says:

Is there anything else you want to say?


Zebulon smirks and says:

Other than that, I know she secretly wants my bod. <shudder>


Zebulon leaves the room snickering.

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Saturday, October 21, 2000 - 07:58 am Click here to edit this post
Zebulon walks into the Red Room and sits down. He has a serious look on his face and says:

I just wanted to say that I understand the difference between playing with people's minds and just plain being hateful or insane. I've been a party to the former, myself, and in some instances it's kinda fun. You get reactions from people and hope to spark reasons or verification behind their convictions. It really pisses people off when you challenge their thought process. It's a little more difficult to do that as you sort of get to know people.

This game is more than just posts on a board and one really starts taking things seriously after a while. There are individuals inside that are fantastic people.


The Interrogator interrupts and asks:

Is there a particular person or incident that incited this statement?


Zebulon frowns and nods his head, then continues:

When Xenia accused me of being an "abuser", jokingly or not, that is a serious accusation. I pride myself on NOT being that way and her accusation came at a time where I had just unloaded an emotional experience.

Yes, everyone, despite popular belief I do have feelings, especially about particular things, and that's why I fell for her bait.

Do I feel bad after realizing that?

No. She overstepped her bounds, exposed herself, and is now reaping the benefits of her manufactured confrontation with everyone in the house. She just can't assume personal responsibility for her actions. Someone with such weak character saying how they were going to best me in the house were setting themselves up for failure.

I don't mean to sound egotistical, but in Xenia's case, I'll make an exception. I thoroughly enjoyed exposing her for the person she really is. After all, isn't that what The Game is all about?

Well, it's back into the funhouse!


The Interrogator says:

If that is all, we may talk again after banishments.


Zebulon smiles and says:

Hasta...