Thursday, April 24, 2014

It's Coming!


The dwarves like to think the world has been holding their breath, waiting for the next installment of the Lord of the Clones. Don't kill the little guys' dreams and just act like this is the greatest news of all time. They have been working really hard all the month (REALLY HARD) to make the 2 minute show you're going to witness on April 29th. They have even gone on a diet and lost weight to look dashing on that new outfit.

Since making a video requires a lot more sweat than nine panels, the Shorties have decided to split the showdown in two parts. Ninja Army dance first, cheering groups cheer, judges judge and minions and clones bribe, (and dragon eats popcorn in the background). Then in a later installment comes the Baldinators' (name chosen by Lord Baldernot) turn to dazzle you and the judges with their amazing Riverdance and Hawaiian moves.

Now I just want to make it clear that the fact this showdown happens at the Dragon Cave doesn't mean Father Dragon endorses every and any attempt from the Shorties to win said showdown (including but not limited to bribery, cohersion, boicoting, seducing, etc.) I was informed that there will be enough of Jezebel's infamous punch available to expect the unexpected. Dwarves invited Jezebel as guest star for this showdown, so if you have already had tea with Mistress Snark, you know what I'm talking about. If you have not...well...just remember to clap hard and cheer for your favorite team (if you can remember which is your favorite team.)

Since a dwarf-only jury could make the ninjas think their decision is biased, there will be a third judge. He's known to be close friends with the dwarves for a long time but he's also known to be a knight of honor and principles. The one knight of the Order of the Dragon, Sir Jeffrey Hargett. Higher Powers bless his soul and his boldness and every sane bone in his body while he still has them. He'll be missed... I mean, GOOD LUCK to the bravest knight I've ever met! Best luck also to Alex J. Cavanaugh "Ninja Cloner" and Mark Koopmans "Lord Baldernot".

So everything is nearly ready. I leave you now to call my lawyer and make sure the cave insurance is updated and covers for missing limbs and/or clones.

Thanks for pretending you're holding your breath.  It is important for dragons to hold our breath whenever Jezebel's punch is close. You may end up flying in more ways than one.

30 comments:

  1. Bring on the battle - bald one is going down...

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  2. Very important to have that insurance up-to-date. It sounds like there's going to be quite a bit of action happening around here. Can't wait to see it!

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  3. I'm going to watch out for that punch.

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  4. I have been holding my breath. I can't wait for this.

    Brandon Ax: Writer's Storm

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  5. Ooh and aaah. I will be there. Both days. Though sadly it isn't (really) for the contest. I LOVE Jezebel's punch. I think it is a drink of addiction and I would happily go to an envelope opening if the punch was guaranteed.

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  6. I can't wait! I've been stocking up on movie-watching snacks just for this moment.

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  7. 5 more days until the fun begins!!! Woohoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  8. Yo! Alex... Ninja Ninny.... you going down so far, you be saying "G'day, Mate!" :)

    Thanks Fr. Dragon... you da Bestest Beast :)

    [goes back to pumping gas, er I mean, iron :)

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  9. Being a dragon grandmother, I am a little concerned about the decorum of this competition. Maybe a liberal dose of punch will help me see things is a different light.

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  10. How do I choose? The bald man is my cyber brother and the ninja is my hero. Oh the pain of choices :(

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  11. I'm looking forward to the competition almost as much as the punch and bribes. Just make sure nobody brings the dwarves any beans. This dance off is going to be so hot that those dwarves could ignite the fire dragon himself!

    Make sure all the spectators are aware that I'm an equal opportunity bribe supporter. But if Jezebel takes a notion to bribe me, I hope she'll be gentle with me. This knight of honor and principles is getting on in years. :)

    I'm so stoked. This is going to be awesome!

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  12. The anticipation is killing me. KILLING I say! :)

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  13. This is so exciting!
    Woo-ha! Tuesday...
    How have I missed this blog before?

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  14. This is something not to miss. Can't wait until Tuesday :)

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  15. I've only run into your blog just today, and I can't imagine how I didn't find it sooner. But I'm already holding my breath, and I'm glad to be your newest follower.
    Best,
    Deb@ http://debioneille.blogspot.com

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  16. I'm voting for the sexiest one...the little brown dwarf. He's dreamy.

    xoRobyn

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  17. Only pretending to hold my breath. Oh, thank goodness. {gasp} I was starting to turn blue.

    I'll be here!!!

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  18. The 29th will surely be a day to remember!

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  19. This is fantastic! I just wandered over thanks to Alex's post today on his blog. Very nice to meet you, and your dwarves...I think ;) I'll be here on the 29th!

    Cheers,
    Jen

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  20. Jezebel has been mixing up gallons of punch in anticipation! I can't say what's in it...but she's made several trips to the demon market in the Underworld to gather supplies.
    Those dwarves do look mighty sexy in their new outfits. I'm hoping Jez can convince a few of them to follow her home after the knockdown...

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  21. Can't wait till tomorrow! Have to say I'm rooting for the Ninjas... Haven't been to your blog in awhile but Alex's post persuaded me to not miss out any longer...

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  22. Wouldn't miss it, I believe I commented on the earlier ones. The banner-poster is terrific. A good competition stirs things up the blogging world just as we're crawling away from the A to Z binge.

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  23. Truly an epic battle of wits is about to begin. I'll be cheering form the spectator stand munching on my box of trek cookies..

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