--------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00029 Date: 04/21/97 From: DAN HOWELL Time: 12:23am \/To: LEE PAINTON (Read 0 times) Subj: Re: Privateer -=> Quoting Lee Painton to Dan Howell <=- LP> Regading the Privateer like setting, I believe there is a game LP> entitled "Planetary Raiders," out that is like that. However, it is LP> completely internet based! It's supposed to be cool though! Yeah, but is it Star Wars? Thats what I am looking for... ... "Never tell me the odds." --- Blue Wave v2.12 [NR] * Origin: The Fringe BBS - 904-733-1721 (1:112/91) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00030 Date: 04/21/97 From: DAN HOWELL Time: 12:32am \/To: TAYLOR CREED (Read 0 times) Subj: Re: Star Wars: A New Hope -=> Quoting Taylor Creed to Jayson Milstead. <=- TC> Well, I had an example of how a mix-up could occur posted here TC> earlier, but I guess you missed it. Here it is again: TC> Ted: "Hey, anyone here like Star Wars?" I can tell what you are talking about by the way this question is worded... TC> Bill: "I thought it was okay, but I liked Empire better." TC> Ted: "What?" TC> Bill: "I said Star Wars was okay, but I liked Empire better." TC> Ted: "No...I meant 'Anyone like the Star Wars in general?' Books, TC> movies, comics...everything." TC> Bill: "Oh, okay. Yeah, I like it all." TC> or TC> Ted: "What did you guys think of Star Wars?" Same with this one... TC> Bill: "Which one?" TC> Ted: "You know...Star Wars! The first one." TC> TC> Bill: "Oh...you mean ANH, right?" TC> Ted: "Yeah, whatever." ... "Try not. Do or do not, there is no try." --- Blue Wave v2.12 [NR] * Origin: The Fringe BBS - 904-733-1721 (1:112/91) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00031 Date: 04/21/97 From: DAN HOWELL Time: 12:46am \/To: TAYLOR CREED (Read 0 times) Subj: Re: Star Wars: A New Hope -=> Quoting Taylor Creed to Brion Lienhart <=- TC> @MSGID: 1:221/203 33edcb8f BL> When you go down to the movie theatre, I wish you luck in finding one that' BL> showing A New Hope. Around here they all say Star Wars. TC> I'm not talking about the OFFICAL name of the movie here, people. I'm TC> not talking about what offical name in all the movie books is. I'm TC> talking about what the movie should be referred to as. I'm sorry, you're not going to get out of this that easily. *YOU* were the one who first started this thread by saying that the TRUE title for Star Wars was ANH. This is the first I've heard from you saying it "should" be the title. TC> Could somebody PLEASE answer this: How come EVERY Star Wars movie TC> starts out with "Star Wars" scrolling up, and then is followed by an TC> episode title, and we refer to the second and third movies soley by TC> their episode titles, but not the first? YES, I know about how "A New Its just one of those weird things. But that is the way it is. TC> Hope" didn't appear in the 1977 version. WHO CARES? "A New Hope" has TC> appeared in the scrolling text ever since 1979! Doesn't that account TC> for ANYTHING? Is anyone listening? Does anyone care? No? I thought TC> not. Go to where your VHS video tapes are stored and pull out all three movies. Take a look at the box or the cassette itself. They all have their own logo. ... If Hell was *in*, you'd give your soul to THE GREAT SOUTHERN TRENDKILL --- Blue Wave v2.12 [NR] * Origin: The Fringe BBS - 904-733-1721 (1:112/91) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00032 Date: 04/21/97 From: GUS KOSMOPOULOS Time: 07:10pm \/To: KEITER (Read 0 times) Subj: Re: What is a Hutt? K> Hutt is a race because in the books there are a few hutts and there K> name always end with "the Hutt". K> --- WILDMAIL!/WC v4.12 well, nobody really relies on the 'books' for info. A lot of people don't think that they are 'canon' (which they are not). but, i agree with you. I think 'Hutt' is a race. :) l8r GuS --- Maximus 2.01wb * Origin: *Synthesis* Kingston, Ont., Canada! (1:249/127) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00033 Date: 04/21/97 From: GUS KOSMOPOULOS Time: 07:12pm \/To: JOSH WATKO (Read 1 times) Subj: Boba Fett -> How can Greedo be alive? (I never saw the new movies) JW> Well a Rodian with the SAME outfit on is in the Jabba scene in the JW> ANH special edition and he has also been in Jabba's palace in ROTJ, JW> however I believe that is his cousin who happens to have the same JW> clothes.-\/\/ JW> --- Platinum Xpress/Wildcat! v1.2N JW> * Origin: Frank's Place*Pittsburgh, PA*(412)422-8246*28.8 (1:129/311) Sorry to butt in :) We don't really know much about the outfits Rodians wear (unless it mentions it in 'The essential guide to characters; i think thats what iots called.) soo maybe what they wear is customary. Like wearing a robe or something. l8r GuS --- Maximus 2.01wb * Origin: *Synthesis* Kingston, Ont., Canada! (1:249/127) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00034 Date: 04/21/97 From: JOEL DEVLIN Time: 06:44pm \/To: DENIS BOYLES (Read 0 times) Subj: Star Wars Stuff -=> On 28 Mar 97 18:26, Denis Boyles Said to Joel Devlin on the subject of Star Wars Stuff <=- DB> In the game, sure, but what about the ION cannon in ESB? Someone DB> mentioned it was kinda reddish/pinkish/orangey, I think? I don't quite know about ESB (EMPIRE strikes back at the *****) but i think in ROTJ at the end they're used and they're blue... don't hold me to that hto coz i'm bot into Rebel tech. DB> I imagined they would be, it's too bad they weren't used in anything DB> in the movies. They basically just hanged around and didn't do too DB> much. It would be interesting to see them in action. They seem DB> mysterious and worthy of some looking into their lives. Definately... i'm getting the guide to the star wars universe so i'll keep u posted on developments DB> Yes! From the Rebel insurgents. One must be vigilant at all time and DB> serve the Emperor among all others! Beware of treachery, for it is a DB> threat greater than the Rebels! I had tranmissions from a rebel about x-wings vs TIE's and TIE's kick DB> Bah, the Rebels don't appreciate the Empires' technological prowess! DB> It has been good communicating with a fellow Imperial operative. DB> Assuming you are an Imperial and not some Rebel trying to trick me! Men have died for such suggestions... but now i know you are a loyal imperial i will divulge my ID... I am Ged Kerlin;Codenamed Rogue; Imperial Assassin Class A2. DB> PS: Y.S. ? Yours Sincerely DB> PS: thanks :) No thanks needed... jus' doin my job I am in your service, Oh Voice to the Emperor Y.S. Joel Devlin Rogue@Material_Defenders aka. Kerlin A:A2 ***Defend The Rule*** ... I'm Ready for Anything - Luke Skywalker - Overlooking Mos Eisley --- FMail/386 1.20 * Origin: CYBER-NET-X BBS Broulee, NSW +61-44-715407 (3:625/160) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00035 Date: 04/21/97 From: JOEL DEVLIN Time: 06:44pm \/To: ADAM DRUCE (Read 0 times) Subj: AT-AT's -=> On 05 Apr 97 19:45, Adam Druce Said to Joel Devlin on the subject of AT-AT's <=- AD> RUDE??? well yes, tis my nature, don't worry, I have accepted my AD> mistake, to the person I was writing to, not you. What gives with the AD> Netmail message? If you wanted to show me up, you should have done it AD> in the SW echo so that everyone could have seen it, everyone else AD> likes to crucify some poor soul who makes a mistake, it's a minefield AD> waiting for someone to walk across. AD> I'm just babbling on, Are you Imperial or the slime of the earth? P.S. Luv the Logo!!! Y.S. Joel Devlin Rogue@Material_Defenders aka. Kerlin A:A2 ***Defend The Rule*** ... "We're doomed" - C3P0 --- FMail/386 1.20 * Origin: CYBER-NET-X BBS Broulee, NSW +61-44-715407 (3:625/160) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00036 Date: 04/21/97 From: JOEL DEVLIN Time: 06:44pm \/To: DENIS BOYLES (Read 0 times) Subj: Star Wars Stuff -=> On 05 Apr 97 15:18, Denis Boyles Said to Joel Devlin on the subject of Star Wars Stuff <=- DB> That's alright, it's quite understandable. However, by knowing the DB> details of our enemy may we stop them better! :> Well My Expertise IS Imps but i know enough about rebels to take 'em out. DB> Ahh, I look forward to hearing your report on the Imperial Guard. DB> Should provide a most interesting topic of conversation. I always DB> wondered about them when I saw them ROTJ. Tune in next time. Same FAT time same FAT channel (HAHAHAHA sorry!) DB> Many a rebel have succumbed by my hand on the controls of the TIE DB> Fighter. Not only TIEs, but all the other Imperial craft kick as well, DB> so we can kick the rebels across space! HaHa :) I use a custom fighter but i have a TIE interceptor, Imp. Shuttle, AT-ST and a Stolen B-Wing in my arsenal... one for every occasion. I cannot tell you more of my Custom fighter, You understand. DB> Beware your threats and never underestimate the powers of the dark DB> side of the force! Be careful who you threaten DB> Ah, yes. A pleasure to communicate with you Rogue! It's refreshing to DB> speak with other Imperial operatives other than pilots. No way pilots aren't any fun. too pent up. I prefer my freedom and the respect(?) i earn from my profession. DB> Now you must know who I am. I simply go by the name Thrax, well DB> actually General Thrax. As well as being one of the Imperiums top DB> fighter pilots, I'm also a member of the Secret Order. Presently, I'm DB> the Emperor's voice, one who conveys his wishes to and through. I'll DB> mention you to him, he might have needs of one with your talents. :) I once served him in a mission (Classified of course but i can tell you it was cleaning the rot from inside the dish; if you get my meaning) But i primarily worked for undercover imp. spy rings. I did a few "assignments" for Admiral Thrawn, but those eyes... He could see straight through you. And there are a few things i'd prefer not to divulge. DB> PS: It's too bad my computer isn't upto speed. Otherwise when X-Wing DB> vs TIE came out I'd join you in combat, to vanquish the Rebels. Wot specs on your computer? I have a p133 16mb 1.28gb with onboard nav circuit and R3 Model droid Brain installed. runs my entire ship on auto. I'm going into deep sleep now. Until our paths cross once again... P.S. Check out this Logo ______________ ____ / ______ ___| /\ | _ \ \ \ | | / _\ \ | _| | _____ \ \ | | / _____ \ | |\ \______ |_________/ |_| /__/ \__\ |_| \_______| __ ___ T_ R I L O___G Y _______ | \_/ \_/ | /\ | _ \ / _____| \ / / _\ \ | _| | \ \ \ \ / / _____ \ | |\ \______\ \ \ \/ /__/ \__\ |_| \__________/ __ __ __ __ _ _ __ __ _ _ ___ _ _ __ |__ |__||__ | | /\ | |__ | \ | | | | | |\ | __|| |__ |__ _|_ / -- \ |__ |__ |__/_|_ | _|_ |__| | \| "Y O U H A V N' T S E E N A N Y T H I N G. . . U N T I L Y O U' V E S E E N E V E R Y T H I N G." Y.S. Joel Devlin Rogue@Material_Defenders aka. Kerlin A:A2 ***Defend The Rule*** ... There is no emotion; there is peace - The Jedi Code --- FMail/386 1.20 * Origin: CYBER-NET-X BBS Broulee, NSW +61-44-715407 (3:625/160) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00037 Date: 04/21/97 From: JOEL DEVLIN Time: 06:44pm \/To: JOE PALAS (Read 0 times) Subj: AT-AT NO SHIELD -=> On 16 Apr 97 22:38, Joe Palas Said to Charlie Thompson on the subject of AT-AT NO SHIELD <=- JP> Not necessarily, Luke did say, "That *armor's* too strong for JP> blasters", he didn't say "Those shields", he specifcally said armor. JP> Now, I'm sure that there are metals even here on earth that would not JP> scorch if held up to a flame. Now, a blaster bolt is no flame, but we JP> don't know what kind of metals or alloys have been discovered. I mean, JP> the do have that see-through steel used for windows (the correct name JP> eludes me) and that is a pretty amazing feat. So, I believe that JP> AT-ATs DO have armor and NOT shields and that the armor was very The Stuff is called transparisteel Jus' Thought you'd like to know Y.S. Joel Devlin Rogue@Material_Defenders aka. Kerlin A:A2 ***Defend The Rule*** ... "You like me because I'm a scoundrel." - Han Solo --- FMail/386 1.20 * Origin: CYBER-NET-X BBS Broulee, NSW +61-44-715407 (3:625/160) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 138 STAR WARS Ref: E4R00038 Date: 04/21/97 From: JOEL DEVLIN Time: 06:44pm \/To: TONY PATON (Read 0 times) Subj: At-at's TP> If you look on the plastic model kit of the AT- AT it is pelt 'AT - TP> AT' not 'A-T-A-T' TP> So it must be AT AT. I reckon it's A T A T coz it's All-Terrain Armoured Transport so it sounds cooler as well Y.S. Joel Devlin Rogue@Material_Defenders aka. Kerlin A:A2 ***Defend The Rule*** ... Not bad for a little furball. - Han Solo --- FMail/386 1.20 * Origin: CYBER-NET-X BBS Broulee, NSW +61-44-715407 (3:625/160)