Version 335 of the OpenGL Clan Lord Client is available for use. Please be aware that it is beta software, and that the user assumes all risk. Also, as with any volunteer effort, there's no guarantee it will always be available. Many clanners use it and are quite happy with it. If you have reports on using the OpenGL Clan Lord Client, you can join in on the ongoing discussion on Clan Lord Sentinel.
Chaos Storm #335 has swept the Lok'Groton island chain. Please post any changes you have observed and wish to share with others in the comments. If you don't want to read possible spoilers, please do not read the comments.
Here's an update on TMN Ad Art Contest #2:
The following exiles have donated to the prize fund:
Liolel
Farhope
Azriel
Baraboo
Connie Crete
Baffina
Hunk
Typ
Aravir
Slyph
Merlisk
Shiner
Norm
The prizes this year will include:
First Prize: 5000 coins
Second Prize 2500 coins
There will also be prizes for the runners-up . . . but right now it does not appear they be necessary due to the small number of entries!
We still need more sponsors to help pay for the prizes. Your help with the prize fund will be very much appreciated.
Two exiles have submitted entries so far. Poesy has started work on an entry, but is seeking a collaborator.
The contest will be open for entries through May 2, 2004.
Additional notes:
GIF (or animated GIF) is the preferred format for entries. Flash entries will be accepted. Please note that submitting an entry or winning a prize does not in any way guarantee that your art will go into rotation on TMN's home page.
Read below for the full contest rules.
Who are the judges?
The judge is Paramedic the Thoom. A panel of artistic exiles may be consulted for assistance in the judging.
What is the subject?
The subject is an advertisement for the ThoomCare Media Network.
What size should my image be?
All entries must be the size of the traditional TMN logo: 360x152 pixels. Other sizes will not be considered.
What about file size?
I would try to keep it less than 100K if possible.
Are animated GIFs acceptable?
Certainly, yes.
Where should I send my entry?
See "Contact Information" in the right-hand column of TMN.
May I submit more than one piece of art?
Exiles may submit as many entries as they like. There is a limit of one (1) prize per exile. Remember, TMN is looking for quality rather than quantity, so you're better off spending more time on one or two creative and polished ads than multiple inferior entries.
Where can I see last year's entries?
Scan through the May 2003 TMN archives.
What sort of style should I use for my ad?
You are open to select any type of style, IC or OOC. Feel free to be inventive with this. What would a TMN ad look like on a signpost in Puddleby? On a parchment delivered to the Darshak? How would a TMN ad look if done in the style of ancient Egyptian art? Italian Renaissance? Art Deco? Medieval illustrated manuscript? Anime? Atari 2600? CNN? Star Trek? Soviet propaganda? Any of these and countless others could provide interesting inspiration.
When is the deadline for submission of entries?
End of the day on May 2, 2004.
Norm reports in his journal entry for 75 Winter 554 (4/25/04) on hunting frost giants in the ice cave on the Cloud.
In her latest journal entry, Himitsu reports making significant progress on the Bestiary at Eyes of Puddleby.
The ELF Blog has a report on the ELF clan's most recent meeting and hunt.
Hor has updated his journal with news of trips to Gungla Island, Dark Chamber, the lands beyond the rift, and Hatred's Hollow.
Aravir reports in his latest journal entry on some unusually large spawns near the South Forest Mirror.
In his latest journal entry, Azriel reports on (among other things) trips to the Pitch Caverns, acquiring a skein of silk from an arachnoid, and a expedition to Hatred's Hollow that did not go quite as planned.
Here are the winners of today's impromptu "Share with Para" contest, announced in Town Center:
Grim Reaper
Merlisk
Kani
Slyph
Thrund
Here's an update on TMN Ad Art Contest #2:
The following exiles have donated to the prize fund:
Liolel
Farhope
Azriel
Baraboo
Connie Crete
Baffina
Hunk
Typ
We still need more sponsors to help pay for the prizes. Your help with the prize fund will be very much appreciated.
Two exiles have submitted entries so far. Poesy has started work on an entry, but is seeking a collaborator.
The contest will be open for entries until May 2, 2004.
Read below for the contest rules.
Who are the judges?
The judge is Paramedic the Thoom. A panel of artistic exiles may be consulted for assistance in the judging.
What is the subject?
The subject is an advertisement for the ThoomCare Media Network.
What size should my image be?
All entries must be the size of the traditional TMN logo: 360x152 pixels. Other sizes will not be considered.
What about file size?
I would try to keep it less than 100K if possible.
Are animated GIFs acceptable?
Certainly, yes.
Where should I send my entry?
See "Contact Information" in the right-hand column of TMN.
May I submit more than one piece of art?
Exiles may submit as many entries as they like. There is a limit of one (1) prize per exile. Remember, TMN is looking for quality rather than quantity, so you're better off spending more time on one or two creative and polished ads than multiple inferior entries.
Where can I see last year's entries?
Scan through the May 2003 TMN archives.
What sort of style should I use for my ad?
You are open to select any type of style, IC or OOC. Feel free to be inventive with this. What would a TMN ad look like on a signpost in Puddleby? On a parchment delivered to the Darshak? How would a TMN ad look if done in the style of ancient Egyptian art? Italian Renaissance? Art Deco? Medieval illustrated manuscript? Anime? Atari 2600? CNN? Star Trek? Soviet propaganda? Any of these and countless others could provide interesting inspiration.
When is the deadline for submission of entries?
End of the day on May 2, 2004.
Azriel tells of a visit to the Mushroom Library in his most recent journal entry.
Fundin and CJ Parker sent TMN the following announcement:
"A group of exiles has successfully breached areas up to and including Pitch Cave 1 to 5 (as named by them). They have discovered various interesting things, which can be read about in Azriel's Foothills Expedition Reports For the Pitch Assault Group. Currently they are in the process of exploring areas beyond Pitch Cave 5 and when they have something substantial to report they will make more of their findings public.
"Please be aware that these trips are privately organized and invite-only for reasons that become obvious when reading the diaries. One tiny mistake costs us dearly in there. When and if we make sufficient breakthroughs in these Pitch Cave areas then, rest assured, I promise we will become more open, and the possibility of guests on trips may arise. We also hope to increase the dissemination of more information on the new areas. You can read more about my own thoughts on how I formed this group at http://fundin.puddleby.info/pitch_caves.html.
"I hope you enjoy reading about the travels we've had as well as the hard work and effort everyone involved has put in. Here's a little postcard from an area beyond Pitch Cave 5 just to stir up interest for our future announcements."
Norm has updated his journal for 37 Winter 554 (4/16/04) with news of a recent FMOCR that ran into some difficulties.
Here's a list of just a few of the many recent discussion topics presently active on Clan Lord Sentinel, Puddleby's town forum.
Clanmember Listing and Removal
Aravir reports in his journal on the housing available in the Fairgrounds and on the sheet music and music folders now available to bards. Also, he is offering language lessons.
Odesseus has sent TMN a report on the design and decoration of his new home:
"I have chosen a rather spartan layout, using the center of the room as a contemplation/sleeping/visiting area. The one plant in one corner of the quadrangle created by the braziers allows for focus, but being only one corner does not demand it. The bookcase contains valuable information, including Rising Claw's backup scrolls, Fen research, sketches and other research material.
"The bookcase is positioned to offset the entrance. Balance, subtle focus, and comfort without clutter is the philosophy of Fen-Shui."
Bard news from Coriakin:
"This is an exciting time for bards! In the last audition, we gained a new quester, Lokar, and a new full bard, Baraboo! Congratulations to both of them!
"As well, a new face appeared in the guild hall. Hali Nellard just arrived from the mainland recently, and she sells folders that bards can store sheet music in! bards can write the notes to their songs on sheets of paper and give copies to others! Hopefully this will make playing duets and trios much easier.
"Lastly, after the recent audition, I announced that I am holding a composing contest that is open to both questers and full bards! I have many prizes, and am hoping to get a lot of entries. There is more information about the contest on my web scrolls: http://www.reed.edu/~feigec/bigcontest.html."
Sor also reports on Bard events:
"The bard guild has recruited two new helpers, who allow bards to write down their music for more convenient use, and store compositions for others to try out! This should make duets and trios more common, and promote Puddleby arts! Sonata, pictured here, disappeared recently, but the music folders are still there."
Lundar has posted a report on the audition on the ELF Blog.
Chaos Storm #333 has swept the Lok'Groton island chain. Please post any changes you have observed and wish to share with others in the comments. If you don't want to read possible spoilers, please do not read the comments.
Konoko has sent TMN a report on the design and decoration of her new home:
"Here's a sketch of my house. I opted for the small, cozy house rather than one of those huge mausoleum-size houses. Besides, it's not the size of your house that matters, it's how you decorate! And don't worry about all those braziers. Achates was concerned about fire hazards. But no worries--I'm insured!
"I've got the kitchen/dining area in the southwest corner. A library/reading room is in the southeast corner. The northeast has a more cozy setup (think loveseat or couch, or a placer to do a little reading in a garden type setup). The bedroom is in the northwest corner. The only thing that really gave me grief was not being able to put stuff near/around the door (besides carpets). I was planning to block one side immediately upon entry but you can't place items there. It is not that big a deal, though. I'm looking forward to someone making walls and walls of bottles!"
Sor sent TMN this image of him in his new home.
Housing is now being evaluated in the Faigrounds. Exiles are hard at work constructing homes. You can leave feedback about your experiences with housing at Clan Lord Sentinel's Housing topic.
The rift is closed. Xepel stayed behind for a while for some Waterball.
Azriel reports on a trip to the Foothills that came to an unfortunate end in his most recent journal entry.
Farhope sent the following report to TMN:
"I send you these two pictures to warn your readers that paints can be dangerous for the clothes and the hair if you are clumsy like me. As you can see, I tried a light blue paint but ended with it all over."
In his latest journal entry, Azriel reports on a visit from a shredder and on using the Sword of Souls.
As part of TMN's continuing coverage of critters where they don't belong, TMN presents the following report from Bakunan:
"The Meadow safe tree already has the property that you can hear Elendil Fa'rill outside of it, and orga drums while inside of it. I didn't realize that there was open space around it, until this spriggan blipped out of reach. He also teleported to the south, as far away as Elendil is from me now."
Mehan sent TMN this report:
"Just sending a warning to healers that the Marsh planet in the rift is especially annoying if you don't have a fighter along. Take it from me, don't go there alone.
"Also, I lost a pair of Zo pants, if anybody finds them, please return them to me as soon as possible!
"Thanks 'n stuff!"
Zeitgeist sent the following report to TMN:
"THAT'S JUST NOT RIGHT!"
"My second sighting of a new breed of shredder at the South Forest Mirror--I'm calling them landsharks! This time I was thoughtful enough to take a picture of the encounter as the landshark tried to sneak up on me while I was busy with a couple of kitties! It is an amazingly powerful swimmer, and I'm just glad they do not come in megamouth sizes!"
Exiles continue to post reports of their experience beyond the rift:
Aravir has reports on the lands beyond the rift.
Say, who's that Thoom in the lower left corner?
Greetings, and welcome to FNN.
On Aravir's scroll, you'll find some recent news on drake invasions and a rescue of Algernon at Melabrion's Keep.