The Grim Rivalries Tour: Week 3 - Ankou (Part 3) - 28 Mar

[NexttoNormal]

Oooh a new Rival Dynasty challenge I presume! The introduction has me really curious, I'll definitely be following this!

[oshizu]

Ooh, I think I recognized some boot toes and an elbow....not!
You're such a terrible tease, hahaha.

Okay, waiting now.

[audbooh]

Oh my gosh! I can't wait! As a person who's been with the Grim family since the third TS3 ID. So excited for this! And Vampires!! Yay!

[cyclonenic]

Well you weren't kidding about being a tease  The anticipation for the next chapter is very high. So many questions need to be answered! Are they all male? Is the vampire hunter human or is it the alien? Who won the right to Bella Goth? lol. Great storytelling.

[wfgodot]

Nice.  Waiting....

And btw, nice ziggurat!  Between that and the note, looks like you're getting all set up for something long and juicy.

[sdhoey]

Okay, Looking at those names. I know one, I think I know another one. But that's third one is throwing me off.

[Ricalynn]

@FrancescaFiori  Haha.  I wondered how long it would take someone to mention that.  You were quicker than I had anticipated and sorry I made you wait longer but as a special little birdy knows I had several issues happening with the file that made me question if my game was legal for a moment there or if I would have to start over.  It was a hassle but I hadn't posted in the thread yet until I was certain it was in game issues not just my game kind of thing.

@NexttoNormal Hi!  I don't think we've met haha. I'm Rica and this is what I do.  I enjoy teasers and anticipation, come enjoy the ride with me.  And yes a new RDC.  Until the point where I attempt RDC & IDC simultaneously

@oshizu There's actually TWO elbows   Hah the wait is almost over.  At least one part.

@audbooh Welcome back to the Grim ride!  and yes at least one vampire will be a part of this. 

@cyclonenic Can't say you weren't warned right? 

@wfgodot Thank you!  I love the Ziggurat and it's actually a Maxis created building that I placed in Oasis Springs in a new file just for those shots. and I didn't even show the faces of the Sims hah.  I added the fire for fun too. 

@sdhoey Are you sure my dear? Remember I like to keep cards hidden near by elbows.  But I'm going to give at least one answer.. right now...

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Week 1 - Setting Up


A Familiar Brash Voice - Just once I would like one of these things to start with an already provided house.
Another Familiar Tone - I think that particular scenario is reserved for Dream and Reality-Show Worlds.  Remember your last dream?
Artie -  You mean the dreammare where I gave birth to quads.  Yes it's still very fresh in my memory.  So uhh..
Addy -  Oh look at the time. I'll be right back.


A Modulated Tone - So this is how it feels to look upon an empty lot.
Addy - *clears throat* You're not in disguise.
Modulated - Whoops.


Modulated - So this is how it feels to look upon an empty lot.
Addy - Yes.  Yes it is but I have a surprise for you.
Modulated - I am not particularly fond of surprises.
Addy - You'll like this one.


Addy - Ta-da!
Modulated - Oh, you shouldn't have.
Addy - I know it's not much but it's what you can afford while I spend time with someone else.  You'll be on your own for two weeks.  Play as many video games as you would like.
Modulated - Actually if I could talk to you--
Addy - Bye!


Articulated Timbre - This will not do very well at all.
Addy - I'm aware but it's what you start with.  Just like the others.  But I do plan to assist you quite quickly with your immediate needs.
Articulated - Oh but wouldn't that give me a leg up on the others?
Addy - Well actually just one other.  I've already offered the other person who is not being watched this week a home.  And I'm about to make one for you. 


Addy - One gloomy hovel complete with vampiric surprises.
Articulated - *sarcasm* You shouldn't have.
Addy - Oh don't give me that tone.  Let's go take care of that one little piece of business and then I'm off to start the first week with Artie.
Articulated - How come he's going first?
Addy - You know why just come on.  I know exactly where to go. 
Articulated - As do I.
Addy - I could just leave you now.. let you suffer as a mortal while I work with Artie then you can go through the transformation when you're supposed to  be getting work done.
Articulated - It's moments like this I'm not sure to be proud or upset. Let's go and get this over with so you can go back your Great grandfather.  Though I do enjoy taking time away from him.
Addy - I'm not getting in the middle of this...


Artie - Where have you been?
Addy - Don't you dare give me that look!
Artie - I'll look at you how I choose.
Addy - I went to give the others somewhere to sleep and play.
Artie - It's almost noon.  We have work to do.  As for the real reason behind my question.. you can answer that on our way to Willow Creek.
Addy - Why we going to Willow Creek?
Artie - You don't share information with me and I don't have to share information with you.  *walks away*
Addy - Children.. you're all children.

[oshizu]

Wheee! I count seven elbows this time!
I think we're almost there now! Are we there yet?
*waits impatiently for Artie's week to begin...

[MarianT]

I love your alien's disguise. And why am I not surprised that Artie had the brash voice? He has to win, though. He'll be furious if he doesn't.

[audbooh]

Aw man, I'm so excited! Can't wait for the next update!!

[FrancescaFiori]

Well, well, well! Now we're getting somewhere! We've upgraded from feet to backs of heads. And Artie's gorgeous mug, of course. I'll take it!

I second the admiration of the alien disguise. I'm afraid our modulated friend has been taking advice from Pippin's Plipnorp (I mean Phillip).

So sorry about your file troubles, but very very happy you've sorted them out! Woot!

[LenaLJ]

As always i love your way of making histories Ricalynn, so envious of your skills
Looking forward for more, and for now i will vote for the vampire, Artie needs some competetion, he cant have all the attention all the time

[Ricalynn]

@oshizu  Yes there were seven elbows!  Two pairs were the same elbows just disguised the second time too. 

@MarianT Re: The alien disguise  *Maniacal laughter*   And yes Artie will be very upset to lose a competition where clearly he has the upper hand.  At least as far as he's concerned.

@FrancescaFiori Haha I want you to know this comment kind of made my afternoon.   And again RE: Alien disguise *more laughter*  and I just found out about Plipnorp/Phillip so I need to finish reading that but I thought there would be pitchforks if I didn't give Story meat soon.

@LenaLJ Thank you!  I'm envious of some of your own skills so it's a trade off.  and yes Artie needs the competition and Addy watching the other two as well is sure to help them give him the edge he needs.

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Week 1 - Artie (Part 1)


Addy - Why are we here again?
Artie - I told you, you don't share with me and I don't have to share with you.
Addy - For a sometimes immortal being, you really need to grow up.
Artie - Just let me work!
Addy - Sure.. we can try that.  *sits back with arms crossed to watch*


Artie - Thanks for letting me in Alice. Where's Vivian?
Alice - Upstairs I think with Eric and Olivia.
Artie - Thanks.. and um.  Sitting down might back that more fun.
Alice - Oh yeah, you're right.


Artie - Hi Vivian!
Vivian - Hello, Do I know you?
Artie - Not yet but I was hoping we could change that. 


Vivian - *playing Sims* Just woohoo already!
Artie - Woman after my own heart. 
Vivian - So what were you saying?


Artie - I was hoping we could get to know each other better.
Vivian - What do you want, red man?
Artie - A connection?
Vivian - I'm not that kind of lady.
Artie - You're not the kind of lady to have a meaningful connection with another Sim?


Eric - Excuse me. Can I help you?
Artie - Yeah you can step over about 3 steps or 30.  I was chatting with your mother, young man.
Vivian - It's okay Eric.  I think I'm going to go make us some lunch.
Eric - Okay Mom.
Artie - Vivian, why don't you have your son make the food while we get to know each other better?
Vivian - Eric.. do you mind?
Eric - If you're sure, Ma.  I'll go.
Vivian - That's a good boy.


Artie - So what do ya say huh? 
Vivian - That's a very tempting offer, you young devil you.


Artie - I know I'm pretty great aren't I?
Vivian - Mmm Mm.  Yes you are. 
Artie - I have an idea. *whispers*
Addy - Oh brother..


Artie - Let's go on a date?
Vivian - Yes yes Yes!  This is so exciting.
Artie - Don't strain yourself hon.  You're going to need that energy.


Vivian - *flirty* Oh am I?
Artie - You know it...
Addy - I'm going to be sick.


Artie - *puts on the smolder* So you see Vivian.  I have this dream and these two individuals are in my way of making it a reality.  And I could really use your help. 
Vivian - You have a face that I think I can trust, Artie.  I would like to help you but I'm old.  What could I possibly do for you?
Artie - You could love me, live with me. Keep me happy for a while.
Vivian - I don't know..


Artie - *puts smolder away for a little bit*  Hey would you like to come see where I live?
Vivian - I would!  It might help me understand.


Vivian - It's an empty lot, Artie.
Artie - I know and I only have so much that can go to making it the house of my dreams.  It's why I need you Vivian.  Can't you just see it.  The house that we built together standing here for generations.  A shining beacon of respectability and wealth.  A place that Olivia could call home for as long as she wants.
Vivian - Artie..


Vivian - I still think you're trying to pull something.
Artie - I guess that means you don't feel what I do when I sit here.  The emptiness begging to be filled.  The connection already forming between us.  I just thought that we coudl share this together.  The beginning..
Vivian - Sugar.. listen. I'm not trying to be cold. I just I've been hurt before.  *stands up*


Artie - I'm not trying to break your heart Vivian.  I'm asking for a partner, a soulmate and I think that can be you.. easily.
Vivian - I don't kno---
Artie - *kisses her*
Vivian - Whoa.


Artie - Vivian.. be my girl?
Vivian - Okay!  yes yes I'll do it! I can't believe you asked.
Artie - Of course I did.  C'mon sit down with me and we can chat on our date.


Vivian - That was the nicest two dates I've ever been on.. Artie.  You're my best friend.
Artie - And you're mine.  Wanna go on another one?
Vivian - I'd love to.


Vivian - You okay red man?
Artie - Yeah I.. excuse me.  I have to tinkle and the only bathroom is over there.
Vivian - Well hurry back but don't make a mess of yourself.
Addy - Here's a bush.
Artie - Oh.. there's a bush.  be right back.


Artie - Now that you haven't run away after smelling that busy I want to know.. Will you marry me?
Vivian - Are you sure? You really want to marry me?
Artie - Very much so.


Vivian - Til Death Do us Part...
Artie - Til Your Death do us part..
Vivian - *oblivious* I can't believe I eloped without my son here.
Artie - Just kiss me, woman.


Olivia - Mama.. it's a field.
Eric -  Yes it is but I'm sure there is an explanation.
Dennis - There better be.


Artie - Looks like the watcher is done, people.  Welcome to being watched Sims.
Olivia- Who is that?
Vivian - That's my new husband.
Eric - Your what?!
Vivian - Don't you take that tone with me, boy. 
Alice - The house looks nice?
Dennis - At least it's no longer empty.
Addy - Hey.. I thought it was my best work yet.
Artie - I like it honey don't you worry.  Everyone this is Adrasteia, she's your new watcher.  She's going to be around until I have a child that moves out.
Eric - A child with whom?
Artie - That is for me and your mother to talk about between ourselves.  Everyone inside for the tour.


Upstairs !  I forgot a room for Dennis so he's sharing with Olivia until he keels over.  A bathroom partitioned to allow for multiple showering sims at once. 


Downstairs - The kitchen, a bathroom 3 easels because Alice wants to be a painter and I'm okay with that.  A small focus room with computers and a woodworking station I didn't realize would be a problem.  And in the TS3 Artie tradition - a video game system with a large tv.  Eventually Artie's garden will go in the back.


Addy - You okay?
Artie - I'm peachy.  This is all going so much thatn I had thought it would. 
Addy - And it's only the first Sunday.
Artie - Exactly.. I think I'm going to see if my bride can fit in another silver date tonight.  Excuse me.

[FrancescaFiori]

Vivian, huh? I mean, I'm not arguing. Vivian's a catch. I'm just kind of delighted by how much I have no idea where this is going. I love the sincerity with which Artie did his wooing. A connection, indeed.
Oh, and nice quick thinking with the bush, Addy! Very smooth!
A delicious serving of story meat, indeed, yet one that somehow left me hungrier than when I started . . .


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[Magpie2012]

SQUEEEEEEEE!!! Another Artie Rica story! I can't wait to see where this goes!

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