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				|  Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2007 3:34 pm    Post subject: Bon Bon Tech |   |  
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				| One thing I've always been curious about is the Bon Bon universe's 'tech level' Is it more or less a straight Victorian level, or is it more along the lines of 'steampunk' tech, or a mix of the two? I imagine there are elements of steampunk already, such as Jinx's clockwork toys _________________
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				|  Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2007 4:25 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| I wondered that myself for quite awhile and I finally came to the train of thought that it was a sort of mix of the two, though more Victorian and less Steampunk. _________________
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				|  Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2007 6:21 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| Well electricity is invented in the 1800's so I guess they will have lights. |  | 
	
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				|  Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2007 6:48 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| The tech level could seem Victorian,but like Steampunk could have applications that were never thought of back then.Gives me some ideas for my character,since his knowledge of organ pipe harmonics could be useful if applied creatively. |  | 
	
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				|  Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2007 12:56 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				| This is a good question. In those days in Italy, channel Italia Uno is transmitting again the anime "Nadia, the secret of blue water" and I am watching it with attention for this reason ( is a Victorian age period, but full of tech!)
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				|  Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2007 3:43 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| I'd rather like having the tech largely be real-world tech of the age, but with "Steampunk" influences kept well hidden from most folks. As fun as it would be having steam-powered mechs and what-not, too much of it would probably throw some of the charm of the historical period out of balance. _________________
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				|  Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2007 3:49 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| I agree. A more subtle approach in regurads to 19th Century "creative" high tech would be better.After all,I believe the theme of Bon Bon doesn't require anything too "technical" to enjoy.  |  | 
	
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				|  Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2007 7:41 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| Best to keep the tech insanity to a minimum, I guess. 
 Though I admit, part of me so wants to be in a castle during a ferocious thuderstorm, wearing a stained labcoat, screaming "LIVE!  LIVE!  GIVE MY CREATION LIFE!" at an ominous figure draped in a white sheet.
 
 I love that book so much...
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				|  Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2007 8:27 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| As do I, the various movies based on said book were'nt bad either but nothing compares to the first time you read a good book. _________________
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				|  Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2007 9:46 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| I tend towards one or the other, either strictly fantasy or Rennisance aged, or full out future (I'll take a longsword...or a vulcan cannon, either will do  ) 
 As for BonBon, electricity, plumbing, telegraph if not early early telephones, and we've seen they're now on the breakthrough of moving pictures. . . who will star in the first film with Ms. Betty?
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		| Ashton Gray Royal Member of BonBon
 
  
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				|  Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2007 10:40 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| Maybe it will be the little seen Hans and George, Betty did promise them a simultanious appointment after William's first little "adventure" with Violet, after all. _________________
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				|  Posted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 10:38 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				|  	  | kommy wrote: |  	  | Best to keep the tech insanity to a minimum, I guess. 
 Though I admit, part of me so wants to be in a castle during a ferocious thuderstorm, wearing a stained labcoat, screaming "LIVE!  LIVE!  GIVE MY CREATION LIFE!" at an ominous figure draped in a white sheet.
 
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 That gives me an idea, Dr. Fuchs.  To Ms. Santano I ask, when was the last time the citizens of Bon Bon were treated to a theatrical production?
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				|  Posted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 10:46 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| If ever. _________________
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				|  Posted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 11:22 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| Indeed, if ever.  One might suppose that such an occurrence is overdue.  Hmm... the wheels in my head are indeed turning now.  If smoke should begin to come out of my ears, don't worry.  That's perfectly natural.  _________________
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				|  Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2007 1:40 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				| I'll keep a bucket of water handy, just in case, and don't worry, I'll make sure it's warm so as it does'nt freeze you. _________________
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				|  Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2007 5:52 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| That same bear could even play the part of the creation, Drake might be a good choice too, and I would certainly not mind helping out in a musical sense. Foxonian may even join me, seeing as he's an organist. Ooh, the possibilities  . _________________
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				|  Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2007 10:47 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| Ooooooooooh, yeeeeeeessss.  The potential is quite vast, given the nature of the city in which it would be preformed.......  _________________
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				|  Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2007 12:38 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				|  	  | Xebulon wrote: |  	  | That gives me an idea, Dr. Fuchs.  To Ms. Santano I ask, when was the last time the citizens of Bon Bon were treated to a theatrical production?  | 
 
 I have a degree in stage design (both for theatre and movies). Therefore I'd like to put in practice what I studied for four years inserting a play in PBB's comic, maybe within the Delight Castle! It's an electrifying idea! But this requires a short story done on the side. In the future it could be done, maybe after Scarlett's story!
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				|  Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2007 12:41 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				| A play in Pleasure Bon Bon? This I gotta look for. 
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				|  Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2007 12:49 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				| As will I.  _________________
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				|  Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2007 3:19 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| Now,that's a very cleaver idea for the comic.I look forward to see if "The play is the thing" .  |  | 
	
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				|  Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2007 10:19 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| If I may be so bold Ms. Santato, I'm already working on an outline for a script.  When it's finished, I would be happy to submit it for your approval. _________________
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				|  Posted: Wed Jun 27, 2007 1:52 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				| See Vanessa, you truly struck gold allowing your members to interact and help with the world of BonBon. 
 So many projects, and so many grand ideas brewing in this message board. Its truly breathtaking, to sit back and look at how far this place has advanced. Everything from the number of members, projects, even your art has been tweaked over time Vanessa.
 
 I'm proud to be a member, and can't wait to see whats in store for the future.
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				|  Posted: Wed Jun 27, 2007 2:01 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				| Indubitably, yea and verily.  It truly is an honor and a privilege. _________________
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				|  Posted: Wed Jun 27, 2007 3:10 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				| I agree. _________________
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				|  Posted: Wed Jun 27, 2007 6:07 am    Post subject: |   |  
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				|  	  | Xebulon wrote: |  	  | If I may be so bold Ms. Santato, I'm already working on an outline for a script.  When it's finished, I would be happy to submit it for your approval. | 
 
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				|  Posted: Wed Jun 27, 2007 1:02 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| Well not at all what I expected when I started this little thread. Can't say I'm disappointed though, far from it to be honest. _________________
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				|  Posted: Wed Jun 27, 2007 1:24 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				|  	  | Marauder wrote: |  	  | Well not at all what I expected when I started this little thread. Can't say I'm disappointed though, far from it to be honest. | 
 I know the others have stated this before (or something similar), but threads constantly change and morph in surprising directions when you least expect it...
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				|  Posted: Wed Jun 27, 2007 6:28 pm    Post subject: |   |  
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				| "Watching a topic thread grow is truly an intresting site to behold". I believe this make four times I've said this now  . _________________
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