Anikka
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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!
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