Puzzle 2: Competition Lost

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Tricky one!
A man enters a competition confidently expecting to win, but he only comes in third. However, he is very amused.

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Elitist

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 01:52 pm Click here to edit this post

It was the head, Guru.

Guruchaz

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 01:52 pm Click here to edit this post

I guess that would be face.

Newamush

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 01:52 pm Click here to edit this post

Gu, if it's a look a like contest, the face would be the part of the head....

Hostess1

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 01:53 pm Click here to edit this post

Newamush was close enough. Charlie Chaplin! And he thought it hilarious that he came in 3rd.

Well done, New.

Elitist

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 01:55 pm Click here to edit this post

Good job Newa! The new King of Puzzles!

Guruchaz

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 01:56 pm Click here to edit this post

WTG New! You won the real deal this time.

Newamush

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 01:59 pm Click here to edit this post

Thanks, guys. As I was saying in the chat room, my boyfriend and I were talking about the Ernest Borgnine contest this weekend and it stuck in my head.

Juju2bigdog

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 01:59 pm Click here to edit this post

good goin, New. I came in too late.

Misslibra

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 02:08 pm Click here to edit this post

I'm just getting here to, GREAT job New !

Ocean_Islands

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 02:58 pm Click here to edit this post

Gee guys, thanks! On to the next challenge!

Hostess2

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 07:17 pm Click here to edit this post

Puzzle 2 Prize

Newamush, as a reward for correctly answering Puzzle 2, you may ask 2 questions of whoever you want, in Game or out. You may ask others to help you decide on the questions.

Please decide on your questions and who you are asking and post them here.

Spamgirl

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 07:18 pm Click here to edit this post

Hey Dig - are you going to mix up the times when you posts the puzzles, too?

Newamush

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 08:17 pm Click here to edit this post

Question 1:

Tell me everything you know/read on the flame threads in one condensed message.

Newamush

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 08:27 pm Click here to edit this post

Please give me a brief summary of what people think are each BG's strengths in the Game are?

Hostess2

Wednesday, January 17, 2001 - 10:38 am Click here to edit this post

Newamush you chose Misha as the person to ask your 2 questions. She has worked hard on this. Thanks Misha!

Misha's Answer:

Disclaimer
Holy frijoles! This wasn't a question, it was an essay! Just so ya know, I combined my answers for the two questions, mixing a few criticisms with a few positives. All comments have been taken out of context, and are written by a variety of posters. BGs have been arranged alphabetically for your enjoyment, and to avoid direct punishment, none of the quotes are my own.

Quotes on Azriel
Always a wise and positive word. Az [has] been a blast.

Not Much on Cammie
Butterfly material... flits to and fro but still not enough of a presence to call.

Commentary on Elitist
You're doing great and I actually enjoyed your discussion with Gu about your career. Gives a good lecture.

Examining Guruchaz
Guru would outlive the cockroaches following a nuclear blast. I predict that Gu isn't as much of a moron as people suspect. I've had a blast with a lot of his conversations in the chat and in the game.

Theories on Juju2bigdog
We can only wonder what other ploys Juju2bigdog will use to gain other free advice from the players on behalf of the government. No matter what tactics are used, we are certain this scandal will be fully uncovered.

Merlin's Crystal Balls *cough*
A favorite in training. So far--his humor has always been enjoyable out here. Elit may have a prized Cod piece but Merlin has the heart!

The Mysterious MissLibra
A sexy, suspicious, reserved Lady ready to let loose... Guru's met his match. Magnificent Mocha. No red rocket needed here... just a hot tub

Thoughts on Newamush
A nice all around guy. [He] is a bit of a complainer ... however, he is new to all this and I am trying to give him a break. I like New so far. However, he is trying to be too diplomatic as far as these questions go.

A Splash About Ocean
I also know that Ocean was frustrated with his job ... right before he went in, they changed his schedule and it is making it difficult to get to a computer during the day. Cool picture that ocean posted of game 2 players.

Analyzing Spamgirl
She has a good heart and means well. She has some deep-seated issues which makes her try to be perfect all the time. It probably stresses her out. I think they have established that Elitist should post the final answer to the puzzle and I know Spamgirl is just itching to post it.

General Comments I Found

  • I also can say that I enjoy thoughtful interesting posts or chats on controversial topics.
  • I rarely enjoy ongoing silly bantering about fruit and fish. I find theses discussions funny to start with and then feel like they are beat into the ground.
  • I'm also frustrated at the lack of posting being done inside and out. Of course it's only been 3 days and maybe I'm just expecting too much too soon, but there's just nothing to read right now the way there was in Game I where the posts were well thought out and I thought insightful.

Elitist

Wednesday, January 17, 2001 - 10:50 am Click here to edit this post

Thanks Misha - good work, and I do mean work.

Spamgirl

Wednesday, January 17, 2001 - 10:54 am Click here to edit this post

Note: I didn't want to post the final answer, I just wanted to know it was right ;)

Newamush

Wednesday, January 17, 2001 - 10:56 am Click here to edit this post

Get any sleep last night, Misha. With all you did, probably not.

Thanks for making my prize fun and, hopefully, everyone will enjoy.

Big wet kiss

Juju2bigdog

Wednesday, January 17, 2001 - 11:28 am Click here to edit this post

thanks, Mish, and now we, I mean I, have a few questions for you.

Merlin

Wednesday, January 17, 2001 - 01:08 pm Click here to edit this post

Very good, Misha. It shows you put a lot of thought into this. And thank your husband for us.
This had to cut into his hot tub time with you.

Misslibra

Wednesday, January 17, 2001 - 02:09 pm Click here to edit this post

Thanks Misha, and New those were some great questions !!