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H&H: Tarrant
by Susan Beth 23 May '01

23 May '01

NOTE: all quotes are from "The Complete Writer's Guide to Heroes and Heroines." I'm leaving a lot out - most of which applies, some of which doesn't. If you want the latter, well, buy the book. It's interesting. ;-) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Tarrant is The Swashbuckler. The SWASHBUCKLER is always on the go. His motto is 'Action, action and more action.' He is physical, daring and colorful." "Impulsive and creative, this man lives for the next adventure. He is too restless for a boring desk job, too impetuous for long term commitments. But if his imagination is fired with stories of treasure and romance, he quickly joins the team and is an asset in any endeavor." "This man leaps before he looks. Taking enormous risks to achieve his purpose, the SWASHBUCKLER keeps pushing forward even when everyone around him is fainting from exhaustion....His supreme confidence and joy of life allow him to escape any tragedy." Under virtues: "Fearless-the SWASHBUCKLER does not hesitate when faced with danger. He never freezes when confronted with a gun or runs away from an attacker." "Capable-the SWASHBUCKLER provides a quick unconventional solution to any problem.....He is competent and skilled in any emergency." Under flaws: "Foolhardy-Imprudent in his boldness, he does not stop to weigh the danger before taking off for the next feat of derring-do." Among the suggested occupations for the Swashbuckler are pilot and pirate. :-) Susan Beth (susanbeth33(a)mindspring.com)

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Re: [B7L] now heading back to costumes
by J MacQueen 23 May '01

23 May '01

>From: "Marian de Haan" <maya(a)multiweb.nl> >Don't forget Coser (Weapon) - that collar! Yes, though it does make one wonder if he's had any sort of contact with the people of Destiny, seeing as the crew of the Ortega were almost as bad, collar-wise. Regards Joanne _________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com.

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Re: Gan the potato
by Steve Rogerson 23 May '01

23 May '01

Harriet said: "Gan is a banana" You've got a one-track mind. -- cheers Steve Rogerson http://homepages.poptel.org.uk/steve.rogerson Redemption 03, 21-23 February 2003, Ashford, Kent Celebrating 25 years of Blake's 7 and 10 years of Babylon 5 http://www.smof.com/redemption

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H&H: Gan
by Susan Beth 23 May '01

23 May '01

NOTE: all quotes are from "The Complete Writer's Guide to Heroes and Heroines." I'm leaving a lot out - most of which applies, some of which doesn't. If you want the latter, well, buy the book. It's interesting. ;-) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Gan is The Best Friend. "Everyone needs a best friend, a pal with broad shoulders to cry on, a guy with a sympathetic ear ready to hear about the latest catastrophe. Decent, kind and responsible, the BEST FRIEND is a buddy who can be counted on whether the chips are down or things are looking up." "He is also very good in a crisis. While others are hysterical, this man's calm, capable presence often soothes the troubled waters. He finds the solution, negotiates the peace and provides the buffer between warring parties. People instinctively trust him to be fair and he never disappoints." "He tries to avoid hurt feelings or create difficulties, so he tends not to step forward and make a fuss. This proclivity can cause him to be overlooked in love and in the workplace." Under virtues: "Stable-Old Faithful has nothing on the BEST Friend. He is consistently dependable and is always there when called for." "Supportive-Leaning on this man is easy because he will never disappear or waver." "Tolerant-the BEST FRIEND is not easily offended. He understands that people are individuals and appreciates their differences." Under flaws: "Unassertive-The BEST FRIEND is accustomed to letting others go first. It is hard for him to step forward, even when he knows he should." Susan Beth (susanbeth33(a)mindspring.com)

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H&H: Vila
by Susan Beth 23 May '01

23 May '01

NOTE: all quotes are from "The Complete Writer's Guide to Heroes and Heroines." I'm leaving a lot out - most of which applies, some of which doesn't. If you want the latter, well, buy the book. It's interesting. ;-) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Vila is The Charmer. "He is sparkle and glitz, allure and appeal. Exuding enormous charisma, he showers the people in his life with gifts of laughter and happiness. He is always fun, often irresistible and frequently unreliable." "His motto is "live and let live." The CHARMER never judges anyone and it only seems fair that no one judge him. In fact, he never cared much for any restrictions or rules. Life should be a party, not a job. Why can't everyone just have fun?" "The CHARMER tries to get by on his personality and wit. Hard work is not in his vocabulary." "Why would anyone want to spend time on something that does not offer instant gratification? Better to keep everything light and easy." Under virtues: "Witty-Smiles and laughter follow this man wherever he goes. Few can resist the CHARMER's banter. His sense of humor is one of his best assets and he knows it. No matter how bleak the situation, he makes light of it." Under flaws: "Irresponsible-When the baby needs diapering, do not expect the CHARMER to be around, no matter what he promises. His behavior is erratic. He cannot be counted on because he follows his own game plan, and his strategy is rarely obvious to anyone but himself." "The CHARMER: + is dramatic + makes friends easily + is always "on" + has terrific enthusiasm." Vila falls into the sub-category of The Rogue: "The Rogue's smile hides his cleverness." "The Rogue's people skills serve him well." Among the occupations suggested for the Charmer are Gambler and Jewel Thief. Susan Beth (susanbeth33(a)mindspring.com)

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Re: Gan the potato
by Steve Rogerson 23 May '01

23 May '01

Thinking about it, if Gan was a fruit, he'd probably be a pomegranite. -- cheers Steve Rogerson http://homepages.poptel.org.uk/steve.rogerson Redemption 03, 21-23 February 2003, Ashford, Kent Celebrating 25 years of Blake's 7 and 10 years of Babylon 5 http://www.smof.com/redemption

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Quotable B7
by Kinkade, Carol A 22 May '01

22 May '01

<<Leia writes: << Actually I put rather a lot of B7 sounds clips on the website >> My sister-in-law has AOL. Those of you on AOL are familiar with the little box that pops up saying 'you've been on line a long time, do you want to remain on line'. I loaded one of Avon's sound clips to my sister-in-law's computer and now when that box pops up she hears, "I'm glad to see you haven't been wasting your time on frivolities." She loves it. I would love to get more sound clips. Is the website you're referring to available to the public? Carol K (Avon Rules)

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Re: trolls
by Alison Page 22 May '01

22 May '01

Lisa said >>fairly pointless to try to hold a rational conversation with them, because they literally can't do it Thanks Lisa, I think that's a very compassionate way of expressing a very difficult dilemma. It implies not 'willfully refuses to...' but '(temporarily) lacks ability to...'. Hope I'm not putting words in your mouth. Alison ********************************************************************** This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This footnote also confirms that this email message has been swept by MIMEsweeper for the presence of computer viruses. www.mimesweeper.com **********************************************************************

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Re: [B7L]Back on topic, methinks? (was warning, camoflague etc)
by Sally Manton 22 May '01

22 May '01

Debbie wrote: <Hello, can we please discuss Blake's 7?> Hey, I tried to start a discussion on Slave, but for some unknown reason no one showed any interest ... Okay, some possible thoughts? (Not very brilliant, but it's early in the morning). *********************** What *does* everyone do on the flight deck? We know Jenna does the piloting, Vila usually handles weaponry (whose idea was that, BTW <g>?) and either Cally or Gan seems to handle communications. But what does Avon (before he runs for the force wall <g>) and whichever's *not* on communications do during a battle? They do all seem awfully busy ... ***************** Thinking about some of my favourite politicians (I believe there's an elecion going on in the UK at the minute? Hands up anyone who'd be tempted to vote for Secretary Rontane :-)), I'm wondering what other people's mental picture of the Federation's ruling group is. We have very little to go by (as usual), but what we have is rather fascinating: Bercol and Rontane and their scheming, Joban (one of the good things about Voice from the Past - wonder if he survived Servie's coup?) and the bit of information he gives us about Servalan's appointment. Then there's Chesku and Anna ... and would anyone agree with me that the Chairman in Shadow *might* also be a member of the President's clique? (And that Durkim followed Servalan's breif triumph to become part of *her* court?) The amount of scheming and backstabbing that goes on is very Roman to me (as in I Claudius, most of whose characters would fit beeeutifully into Servalan's world IMO), even though I see the Federation as a whole as more Stalinist. There's also a flavour (for me) of decay, especially in the 4th series, that clashes with the canonical fact that the Federation *is* in Pylene-driven resurgence and makes me believe that said resurgence is probably due to collapse soon with or without Our Heroes' intervention. ****************** For the Avon fans - I know there's a few of us around - just what *is* it about him that you find makes him that much more interesting? (And no fair pointing to the leather :-)) ****************** How experienced a guerilla do you think Cally was before joining the crew? Her comments when watching Blake in Duel indicate some experience in this type of fighting (though, not having *any* myself, I don't know how right she is); are there any other indications (leaving aside the lack-of-camoflague gear she chooses in Bounty)? ****************** And for the more frivolous among us (and having recently been given tickets to the stage version of Singing in the Rain) what price Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly) as either Avon or Travis and Lina Lamont (Jean Hagan) as Servalan? (And anyone for seeing Vila do "Make 'Em Laugh?") Anyone with any better suggestions feel free ... _________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com.

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Vegetables
by Leia Fee 22 May '01

22 May '01

>>I said: "I can see Gan as a Farmer-Jones type somehow" the Steve said... >>throwing eggs at politicians and other countryside pursuits Just so. Though I suspect a stroppy local protesting Federation policy would get worse than a smack in the chops somehow. Leia

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