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CONTEST: THE EPIC ODE
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Anikka
Anikka
Babelfish

Oct-1-2007 22:14

"But Anikka," you say, "didn't you just do a contest?"

Yeah, yeah I did. :-) Almost like Christmas, isn't it.

So, the idea here is to write an Epic Ode to Sleuth. Maybe not as epic as some other epic odes, but kinda on the epic side. So, why is it starting so early and running for so long? Because it's not so easy to write an epic ode, that's why. There's a ton of tweaking. Maybe. And just in case there is, you've got plenty of time to work it.


Rules:

Your ode must consist of 8-12 four-line stanzas (32-48 lines) and be about a Sleuth-related subject.

Spelling counts. (When doesn't it? Never!)

Your poem must flow. Read it out loud to yourself, you will know if it doesn't seem right. There is no set rhythm, so make your own.

You must follow the following rhyming pattern: AABA, BBCB, CCDC, etc. The last stanza must have the A rhyme in the third line.

Please, no more than ONE entry per person. Make sure you're happy with what you have before committing it to the thread.

Entries must be posted no later than 11:59 PM server time on October 25, 2007.


Example:

Lilangel will be posting an example so that you can see what the rhyming pattern looks like. Please keep in mind that you are not required to write with a Noir voice, or in any vernacular.


Prizes:

Yes, I'm actually announcing the prize this time. There is one prize:

A two-room apartment and $100,000 to go toward furniture. ($300,000)

In the event of a two-way tie, each winner will get a one-room apartment and $70,000 to go toward furniture. ($150,000 per person)

Prizes are compliments of Lilangel, Stooby, and Anikka.


Get those pencils and typing fingers revved and ready! And...... GO!

Replies

Breitkat
Breitkat
Pinball Amateur

Oct-25-2007 23:49

Great job, Everyone!! Good luck to all of you. ;-)

Rigo J. Mortis
Rigo J. Mortis

Oct-25-2007 23:58

So when do we find out? I like Jojo's.

lilangel
lilangel
Sleuth About Town

Oct-26-2007 00:01

Well, that was fun,
The time is done,
Hope you enjoyed it,
There will soon be another one.

lilangel
lilangel
Sleuth About Town

Oct-26-2007 00:02

You will find out when the judges have gotten together and decided... that's the system of things with these contests.

Anikka
Anikka
Babelfish

Oct-28-2007 15:12

We have a winner!!!

And the winner is..... *drumroll* ..... ME!!

Yes, I'm the winner of a new apartment in the city of my choi.... huh? I can't win? Oh.

Rats.

Well, looks like I'm just gonna have to give the prize to Phoenix Shadow, then. *kicks a stone, muttering*

Thank you to all five entrants!! This was another difficult contest, and you all did a great job. Wonderful, outstanding, even!

Congratulations to Phoenix Shadow for his first-place entry, and to all the entrants for submitting such good stuff. YAY!

Lady Jas
Lady Jas
The Chosen One

Oct-28-2007 15:16

Congrats Shadow, job well done!!

Rigo J. Mortis
Rigo J. Mortis

Oct-28-2007 15:52

Grats, yo.

Phoenix Shadow
Phoenix Shadow
Sleuth About Town

Oct-29-2007 00:49

Wow, thanks everyone! :D

Sophie4
Sophie4
Gopher to the Sleuth Gods

Oct-29-2007 07:54

You had some tough competition thats for sure. I enjoyed everyones entry. Congrats Phoenix, send me an invite when your finished decorating ;)

roamie
roamie
Well-Connected

Oct-29-2007 12:37

Who were the judges in the competition?

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