BS: Sci-Fi and/or fantasy authors

Subject: RE: BS: Sci-Fi and/or fantasy authors
From: keberoxu
Date: 09 Aug 24 - 04:38 PM

The world of video games is a closed book to me, I don't play.
But I know some people who do;
and one of them confided to me that
gamers are often passionate about fantasy fiction.

Are there video game players here at Mudcat,
and is the above statement true, regarding fantasy fiction?

Subject: RE: BS: Sci-Fi and/or fantasy authors
From: MaJoC the Filk
Date: 11 Aug 24 - 07:33 AM

I don't know about gamers and fantasy-fiction afficionados, keb, but it sounds plausible. Many in certain parts of the programming trade have noted the high incidence of science-fiction fans in our ranks; after all, if you're building a new world inside the computer (which is essentially what creative programming can be), you'll be drawn to others' new worlds as well.

Subject: RE: BS: Sci-Fi and/or fantasy authors
From: Nigel Parsons
Date: 11 Aug 24 - 03:43 PM

Worldcon Glasgow.
Last night was 'masquerade' (no, I didn't dress up).
Some photos are Here (on flickr)

Subject: RE: BS: Sci-Fi and/or fantasy authors
From: Nigel Parsons
Date: 11 Aug 24 - 03:44 PM

And the following was posted after being performed at one of the 'filk' circles:

The Music of the Force
(To the tune of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Music of the Night")

Slowly, gently,
stretch out with your feelings.
Close your visor,
eyes can be deceiving.
Let your instincts guide you,
the knowledge is inside you.
No longer are you bound by nature's laws,
for you have sensed the presence of the Force.

Though you're learning,
progress could be faster.
Seek out Yoda,
he will be your Master.
Don't judge by his size,
for you'll find he's very wise,
though it's vital that you do complete his course
of training in the usage of the Force.

For the Dark Side will tempt you in the coming days,
and you may learn some things that cause you pain.
For though all that I've said to you is true,
it depends on A Certain Point of View...

Jedi Knighthood takes complete devotion,
you must sever all ties of emotion;
friendships that you've had,
and the man who was your Dad,
and the Sister whom you kissed are now a source
of weakness in your mast'ry of the Force.

For the Emp'ror will use them to provoke your hate,
and your anger will bend you to his will.
To defeat him your mind must be at peace,
only then will his reign of terror cease.

Light Side, Dark Side,
Balanced now and equal.
Total victory - no need for a sequel!
Pass on what you've learned
and enjoy this peace you've earned.
Guard the galaxy from tyranny and wars.
And listen to the Music of the Force.

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Please do feel free to share & perform. I'm not familiar with Filk traditions - this is my first WorldCon, so thank you all for being so welcoming!

Brian Cohen