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Monday, January 15, 2001 - 09:21 am Click here to edit this post

Newamush ambles into the Red Room. He sits down in front of the screen and says:

Hey Gator,


The Interrogator says:

Good Morning Gamer.

Your first Red Room assignment is to tell me about your first impressions of all the other players, as well as the game itself.


Newamush boggles at the thought and says:

My First Impressions???


The Interrogator coldly says:

Yes, your first impressions.


Newamush blinks and says:

Let's see.

I think, so far, it's way too early to tell. At least from my standpoint. A majority of the players came in with an slight understanding of each other, which I think puts me at a slight disadvantage. From a conversational point of view, I mean. I'm just starting to get to know players and, hopefully, will feel more comfortable jumping in on a more regular basis. But, it is extremely early to have gotten extremely involved and time will tell.

Bringing me to my impressions of the others. I don't have any yet. I really don't know them well at all to say what I think. My judgement now would only be based on pieces of threads and not from actual conversation with anyone. Especially since some impressions were made prior to even starting the Game when topics were started outside the Game boards and carried over.

So, that being said. At this point in the Game, I find every player an exciting challange to get to know. The backgrounds of each are so varied that I think, with the right motivation, this group can bring alot to each other.


The Interrogator says:

Is there anything else you would like to say?


Newamush ponders the question for a moment and then blurts out:

I reserve the right to change my opinion as people piss me off.


The Interrogator says:

If that is all, we will talk again later.


Newamush leaps to his feet and heads for the exit. On his way out the door he turns and says:

Later, Gator....

Interrogator

Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - 03:09 pm Click here to edit this post

Newamush suanters into the red Room and grabs a seat.


The Interrogator says:

Good Morning Gamer.

You have now been involved in "The Game" for a couple of days. You have had the opportunity to experience various aspects of interaction. I have some questions for you.

First, you had, and passed, your first challenge. What are your thoughts on it? On working together to solve a problem? On the prize?


Newamush looks thoughtful and then says:

I enjoyed the first challenge. Now here's the caveat. What a mess.

The few of us that worked together on it, got along well, then the Guru fiasco. I'm not sure if it was our fault or not, but I feel bad for the guys who didn't get to participate.

And try to get everyone to get together so we can set up procedures? Forget it. When a group of us gets together, the topic of conversation never seems to be geared to issues we need to discuss, but bitching back and forth and playground banter.

It was easy for the few of us that were on to work together on the puzzle, but half the group wasn't around so it was kind of a half victory. Everyone should have been involved, but that's an issue I will address. As hard as I tried to get everyone involved to focus, everyone would start going off on tangents and I finally said screw it, here's what I think, I'm out of here.

It does give me pause to give up and just let the Game play out.

As to the prize, I can't get the thing to shut up......


The Interrogator asks:

What do you think of the chatroom, and the way it is used to allow you to interact "publicly"?


Newamush shrugs and says:

I have to say I'm iffy on this issue.

I think it's great that we can all talk (when you can get a word in), but the structure sucks.

The other downside to the chat room is every time I get in there, there is some obscure conversation about bananas and oranges and most are just non-sensical. Partially, I'm sure, due to just walking into the middle of an on-going chat. But, I find myself going in and being totally uninterested in whatever conversation (and I use the term loosely) is being held.

In thinking about this issue, I do realize that most of the BG's have a previous relationship together. I do not, which makes it difficult for me to jump in. Most conversations are based on previous conversations, most make note of other people outside the Game and giving me no idea what is being discussed.


The Interrogator says:

A hypothetical: Through some quirk of fate you have to nominate someone NOW, based on the last few days of interaction. Who would you nominate and why? Or for those of faintheart, who refuse to think of that who would you NOT nominate and why?


Newamush ponders the question for a few minutes then says:

At first, I thought this part would be difficult, especially so early in the Game. But, after a few days of Gameplay, I do have some nominations in mind. Please note, these are not necessarily my final choices, but since you're asking me for right now, this is it.

First, I would probably nominate Guru. Two reasons.

First, I think he's definitely in it to win and so am I. I think most of the other houseguests would nominate him. I would like to win (tho, deep down I think my chances are slim), so competition has to go.

Secondly, he's a trouble maker. Evidenced by the Challenge fiasco. He does have a way about him of charming people after one of his escapades, but it can be seen through. At least I can see through it.

I remember watching Big Brother and when Will and Jordan got banished, most people were upset that there was going to be no drama and how could they get rid of the people that would cause controversy, myself agreeing. When you're in the middle of it though, it's completely different. I would like to avoid major controversy and just have meaningful conversations.


The Interrogator says:

Is there anything else you would like to discuss now?


Newamush nods his head and says:

I have some general comments on the Game.

I've said it before and I'll keep saying it. There is no direction.

Case in point, the challenge. Absolutely no structure, thus causing the arguments. I noticed that there is finally a posting about chat times. That's definitely headed in the right direction. I just keep finding there is not much direction for us. We are kind of thrown in and expected to just figure out how to handle stuff. I guess that might be part of the Game, but I find it very confusing at times to get a handle on what exactly we're supposed to be doing.

Case in point is with these Red Room sessions. I asked a number to times how we handle Red Room discussions and was told that you guys would e-mail us when we needed to comment. Then you guys tell me on a daily basis unasked.

I just get confused.


The Interrogator says:

I will make sure your concerns are passed on to the proper authorities.


Newamush smiles and says:

A suggestion for Game III, a printed rules and procedures list. There is a short one on one of the boards, but not very specific.

In sum, I am still happy I'm involved with the Game and have slowly started building little relationships with people. I also realize that it's time to decide my strategy for winning. But, that's another Red Room discussion.

That's the most I've said since I've been in here. I'm tired now and I just got my day going. I think I'll take a nap. Not much to do around here during the day anyway.


The Interrogator says:

If that is all, we will talk again later.


Newamush gets up to leave and says:

Thanks for the ear, Gator. I'm sure I'll have more tomorrow.

Interrogator

Thursday, January 18, 2001 - 11:46 am Click here to edit this post

The Interrogator summons Newamush into the Red Room.


Newamush rushes in, wiping toothpaste off his mouth. he leaps into the chair and says:

Good morning Gator. Been waiting to hear from you. I need to be motivated for these RR sessions.


You think you hear a low, evil sounding laugh from behind the screen.


The Interrogator clears his throat and says:

Good Morning Gamer.

Since there wasn't a lot of serious discussion on this question in chat last night it has been decided to throw it back at you, individually, today to see if we can get your thoughts on it.

There has been a lot of talk comparing Game 1 and Game 2.

The Players in Game 1 seemed to take themselves and the Game TOO seriously at times. In the view of many people the opposite has been happening here. The players seem to lack seriousness, and instead of giving answers to questions, or even interacting normally, they joke around. (Yes, kidding around is an integral part of interacting, but sometimes so is giving a serious and honest answer.) This was evidenced last night during several questions that were asked, including this one. What do you think?

Is this true? False? Both? Why do you feel that way?


Newamush wipes some sweat off of his brow and stammers:

In regards to your question, I am at a disadvantage since I don't know anyone on the outside and I really didn't follow Game I that closely.


The Interrogator cooly says:

Take a stab at answering it.


Newamush gulps and says:

I do think people tend to not focus on questions in the chat room.

It is easy to do, so I can understand, but I find that if certain BG's don't like the question, it is ignored. As a newbie to both the board and chat in general, I find it hard to follow a lot of the conversation both because of references to pre-Game experiences and personal connections with other BG's. I once again go back to what I've been saying all along.....structure. I think in BB, the HG's were kind of fearsome of Big Brother and followed his rules and instructions more closely. Here, I feel the BG's don't have that level of respect (not the right word, but close) of the hostesses and, yes, even you, Mr. Gator. Nobody is afraid that if they don't respond correctly, honestly or even at all, that there will be repercussions.


The Interrogator says:

So you feel there is no incentive to answer non-contest questions, or toe the line?


Newamush nods his head in agreement.


The Interrogator says:

Is there anything else you would like to address?


Newamush smirks and says:

Yes, there is.

Just so I don't disappoint anyone by not doing my usual complaining about policy, I have a point to bring up.

I felt that the whole Cammie situation was unfair to us. We were each given two votes and we were told that Cammie got 8 of those votes. Since Cammie was technically no longer eligible for nomination, there were 8 votes that could have gone to someone else. This definitely would have shifted the balance of the nominations and I feel that I was not give my two votes. Everyone that voted for her should have been given the opportunity to re-cast that one vote. I understand that the timing sucked, but that wasn't our fault. hat four way tie could have been broken and, possibly, we could have come up with the requisite 4 nominations.

I'm not going to go as far as Spam went on this subject (I think I agree with about 80% of what she said on this issue), but it really gives me pause to want to continue.


You hear the sounds of some writing behind the screen.


Newamush continues:

I have been thinking alot lately about the relationships on the outside with the BG's inside. For example, I am sure that Gu has quite a few friends on the outside and since like attracts like, they are just like him and willing to trash other BG's so the scales tip in his favor. I see nothing wrong in having a rooting team on the outside, but I remember the stink created when George's wife on BB pulled a similar stunt. People were furious that the scales were being unfairly tipped from the outside.

Let me just restate that this is just what is going through my mind and I'm not accusing ANYONE of doing ANYTHING. (I'm sure that statement will not be read.) It does make me wonder whether what I do in here will make a difference or not. I guess only time will tell.


The Interrogator says:

If that is all, we will talk again later.


Newamush chuckles and says:

Now that I've dumped my head out here, I think I need to go back to sleep.


As he gets up and leaves he pauses to say:


Later, Gator.

Interrogator

Friday, January 19, 2001 - 06:23 pm Click here to edit this post

Newamush jogs into the Red Room. he sits down and says:

Hey Gator. Always a pleasure to see you.


The Interrogator says:

Good afternoon. Here is a question submitted by one of our loyal viewers.

Who do you think is your biggest rival, or rivals, in The Game?


Newamush ponders the question for a moment and then says:

Contrary to popular belief, I don't have any rivalries going on in here. At least not yet. I'm sure you have noticed that everyday changes in here. One minute to BG's will be hugging and smooching and being the best of friends. The next, they're trying to pull each others hair out. I've only experienced one bit of uncomfortableness and both of us expressed our opinions and moved on (one of us not a fast as the other, but some people have to take their time)


The Interrogator says:

Is there anything else you would like to say?


Newamush smiles and says:

I'm glad you asked.

Everything is going as expected I guess. I've decided I'm partially giving up on trying to be organized. It just seems to piss people of. But I do notice that now people are trying to do exactly that, making everything cleaner and more organized. Boy, I wish I had thought of that!!!! It kind of pisses me off that a few people flipped me off when I made the suggestion right at the start, but then it makes me laugh. Now if everyone listened to be at first, things might have gone smoother and we wouldn't be dealing with it now. Oh well, woulda, coulda, shoulda.

I am kinda glad I spoke up about the voting deal. I really did feel I was cheated out of a vote and I absolutely considered bailing. I just felt that it laid the playing field uneven and it was a bad way to get started. If people got pissed because I voiced my opinion, who cares? The outcome was what I wanted, so I'm happy.

Well, that's it from me. Thanks for lending an ear, Gator.


The Interrogator says:

We will talk again later.


Newamush stands up and heads for the door. before shutting it he says:

Adios!

Interrogator

Saturday, January 20, 2001 - 12:36 pm Click here to edit this post

Newamush breezes into the Red Room and sits down. He glances at the screen and says:

What's up?


The Interrogator says:

Good Morning Gamer.

Things have changed a bit in the last few days. Nominations were posted, feelings over them surfaced. Then, Cammie withdrew for health reasons, and Joni was inserted. The nominations were wiped clean, and the who process will restart in a few days. Have these things changed the dynamic of the group, and the game, for you?


Newamush thinks for a moments and then replies:

Oh, I definitely think things have changed.

Most of us now know we have at least one detractor on the inside so everyone's personality have changed. People that were nasty are being nicer; people who didn't participate as much are participating more; people who were posting alot have slowed down. I think a lot of us are re-charging after a busy few days.

This experience is a lot more work than I thought. I takes a lot out of you to keep searching for answers. Or, rather, formulating responses. To sooooooooo many topics. I've decided I'm only responding to threads that I have an opinion on. I'm not going to waste space on some that I have no response to. I would like to, but just too much other stuff. I'm trying (and slowly at that) to respond to what I know I have an opinion/response to, then going back when I have the time.


The Interrogator queries:

How has it affected your strategy for winning (and would you mind sharing that strategy with the viewers)?


Newamush chuckles and says:

As to a strategy, I might have a small one. Rather not share yet. Never know who I have involved.

That's it for me. I'm off to read and write.


The Interrogator says:

If that is all, we will takl again later.


Newamush waves happily and leaves the room.

Interrogator

Monday, January 22, 2001 - 07:38 am Click here to edit this post

Newamush walks into the Red Room and sits down. He smiles at the screen and says:

I guess I am late, but I wanted to answer the viewer questions.


The Interrogator cooly says:

We are also waiting for your Red Room Nominations. However, let's start with the first question.

Mrs. Cravitz from Salem Mass asks: "I would like to know who had the most influence in their lives and how that person influenced them."


Newamush gets a wistful look on his face and says:

I would have to say my first lover. He was the creator/director of an Off-Broadway show about 15 years ago. He was the first person to show me what I could do with my passion for the theatre. The show ended up traveling to Australia and Japan and gave me the opportunity to see some of the world. Unfortunately, he passed away about 3 years into our relationship (but that's a whole other story).


The Interrogator says:

George Dubyah Bushnell of Armadillo Tx writes: "if you could ask ONE question to the new, fully legitimate President of The United States, what would it be?"


Newamush chuckles and says:

When we get a fully legitimate President, I'll come up with a question.


The Interrogator says:

Soleil Moonbeam Fried from Wallawalla Washinton asks: If each one could speak to a famous person, living or dead, who would they choose? And what would you first question be?


Newamush ponders the question and answers:

That's a hard question. There are a few people I would want to speak to. One of the first I thought of was Lucille Ball. Not necessarily to ask a question, but to chat about her amazing career and what it took to become the star she was.


The Interrogator says:

Ima Crankovitch from Springfield ** asks: "Would the players like the viewers to lessen the name changing in chat - what do they think about this?"


Newamush chuckles and says:

No way, man. I enjoy it. It does give perspective on what's going on on the outside.


The Interrogator says:

One last question, this from a Reggie Fillbin, from NY NY, who asks: "Imagine you were a finalist in a contest paying a million dollars to whoever did the most good in the coming year - as judged by a panel of certified philanthropists. If the rules allowed you to spend no more time and money than you could comfortably afford, what would you do?


Newamush exhales deeply, hesitates a mment and then says:

I would definitely put my sites toward two things. One, would be AIDS awareness. I think even in this day and age, there is still a lot that people don't understand about the disease and the effects it has. I would also become involved in Gay Teen Education. It's something that I wished I had had when I was younger. Young gay men and women need to know that what they are is not wrong and there are people out there who understand.


The Interrogator says:

We will talk again later, when you are ready to give your Red Room nominations.


newamush looks embarassed, and rushes out of the room.