Curse

Stalker Haras · Sep 18, 2007, 04:44 AM // 04:44

tehehehe......

Unlucky Slayer · Sep 18, 2007, 04:55 AM // 04:55

Stalker broke the thread. =P

Stalker Haras · Sep 18, 2007, 05:04 AM // 05:04

Yeah, i got a random lag spike when I posted. My ping in game went to about 80,000...it was ftw.

Geishe · Sep 18, 2007, 05:43 AM // 05:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roguish Seraph

what the....? :O

Stalker I'm so gonna get you for that >>

TEHEHEHE, hiiii

you're part of the assignment, you're a star!

Julius K Foxglove · Sep 18, 2007, 06:25 AM // 06:25

Fully Lokii... it's not like it's the first time that's happened...

Oh and congrats to all the contenders, each week you're each producing better work, don't let the drama weigh you down.

Noanoa · Sep 18, 2007, 04:41 PM // 16:41

Btw, I must say I like the "change" that the deadlines are now on Saturdays --makes it much convenient for me to take shots, because my weeks are now totally filled with work and school x_X.

Also loving the new assignment, this competition really has some healthy self-irony

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Brandon1107 · Sep 18, 2007, 09:40 PM // 21:40

sooo glad the assignments are due now on Sat. I now get home at 5:30 and then have so much homework =/ just got to find time for this.

EDIT!!! : So our picture should like a celebrity photographers photo? Meaning messy, badly cropped?

Stalker Haras · Sep 19, 2007, 12:30 AM // 00:30

Yeah, i tried to get into a cycle of having them due on the same day every week. It seemed Saturday was a good idea, so Sunday we can give the judges and I a day to prepare the judgment, and my photoshopping. :P

tidus yumemiru · Sep 19, 2007, 10:40 AM // 10:40

damn life getting in the way, i just looked at the last assignments results and whoa scary stuff >.>;

and i was really impressed with Ashling and Eryn with Ashling rit being so small and cute and as the judges said making a para look evil is no easy task both were done so well, as well of course with Tasha, very good creative thinking.

looking forward to this weeks awkward pics

oh! also good to see oogami back in the screenies :P

Sali Su and co. · Sep 20, 2007, 02:12 AM // 02:12

I have been having trouble getting on GW this week, i havent gotten on yet, had parental issues so haven't been back to their place (where I normally use the net to play) But I'm hoping to go to my mates tomorrow and do it there so fingers crossed cos I am soo keen to stay in this comp!)

**** EDITED OUT FOR SOME REASON **** (Even though its a bit late.) =X

Really don't want to miss the boat on this one....

Stalker Haras · Sep 20, 2007, 06:20 AM // 06:20

You're not supposed to give away your assignment. >.<

Sali Su and co. · Sep 21, 2007, 04:34 AM // 04:34

oh golly Im sorry Stalker X.X

Stalker Haras · Sep 21, 2007, 04:53 AM // 04:53

No problem. I want it to be more secretive so everyone ca see what you got caught doing! :P

Chronos the Defiler · Sep 21, 2007, 05:35 AM // 05:35

where can i find more info on this? i looked into the other thread but it only contained the winners at the front...

Stalker Haras · Sep 21, 2007, 07:27 AM // 07:27

The assignments are spread throughout the thread,if thats what you mean.

Stalker Haras · Sep 22, 2007, 11:46 PM // 23:46

Bah, looks like I fudged up the due date to this one. Results will come late again this week, sorry. x_x

Chicken of the Seas · Sep 23, 2007, 03:53 AM // 03:53

No problem to me, gives me a bit of free time a little stress free

tasha · Sep 23, 2007, 09:57 PM // 21:57

/agree

Take all the time you need

Stalker Haras · Sep 24, 2007, 07:18 AM // 07:18

Well here we are. All of our stars got in trouble this week, and now, we still show the public what they've done!

Eryn Shadowbane
6. Caught being a Diva. (Laughing at noobs, dismissing maids, demanding things).

Judges Comments:

Judge 1: Oooh, I always knew she was a diva...but bubble bath. That surprised me! I really do like the layout you have here, and truely looks like a cut out article that is in those first few pages of a magazine that gives the summary of all the articles. Very well, put together and it fits the theme that you were assigned which was to act Diva-ish. You do, however, have to realize when making a paparazzi photo you have to realize that the photo is the first thing anyone sees. If you don't have a good photo no one will want to read the article or even the snippet of the article. The article is perfect and rather interesting, but the photo...eh its alright..not bad or good.

Judge 2: Well Done! The picture was one of the best this week, for me. It almost seemed as if the paparazzi was hidden far behind emperor kisu, and gives a great sense of voyeurism. Eryn's pose is truly diva, and the only regret I have over this picture is Kisu's stoicism. As well, on an editing level, you wrote:

"Emperor Kisu was left foaming," and I'm guessing you meant fuming? It's a small detail, but impacts the overall package.

Judge 3: This picture is hawt in a way. The story only adds to the fact that Eryn is a stuck up Diva. From the bloopers, you posted I knew we where going to get a good shot from Eryn this week, and we did! I only hope that we see more of Eryn like this in the future, because this shot looks very promising, and it looks like you're starting to get the themes done much better then before!

Ashling Fey
4. Caught abusing animals, indecent treatment of pets. (Mini pets!! Or Get a ranger secondary and catch a pet!)

UPSTAGED?
Miss Ashling Fey, having consumed a little too much Rice Wine, was caught 'teaching a lesson' to a rare phoenix whose attire she felt was causing more of a stir than her own designer outfit at Emperor Kisu's annual 'Heroes of Cantha' party this week. She later apologised for the incident, confessing; "I don't know what came over me!" The phoenix is recovering from its beating in the care of famous beastmaster Zho, who was also present.

Judges Comments:

Judge 1: Haha! I really enjoyed the article, it was witty, and I LOVED the references to the beastmaster, made it more like a real incident. And ritualists have easily the best armor in the game, so having a phoenix upstage you must have been awful! Beat that phoenix, girl. Anyway, your picture is fairly effective, but poorly cropped. You could have easily cropped away the whole right area, because right now, its just too unfocused. If you look at magazine ones, the paparazzi shots really aren't aesthetically pleasing (though the stars are... most of the time), they just focus entirely on the star and the incident at hand. The pose is great, the humour is there, the realism is there. Overall, good job! Just watch for cropping next time.

Judge 2: When I read that someone had to abuse animals for her paparazzi shot I was ready to laugh and was excited to see this person's entry. I have to admit it gave me a giggle that fashion queen Ashling Fey would punch out a bird for having a more vibrant attire than she did.But like all the entries I looked at the picture first, and I felt confused by the picture and how it was abusing the animal. Maybe I'm just a little slow, but I thought if you scooted in a little more it would of looked like it.

Judge 3: Ha! Get the bird! I mean umm....yeah....:P...The article was amusing, and when I first saw the picture, I was caught giggling about it. It was very enjoyable shot and article with it. Only problem, cropping. I feel it was WAY over cropped, and could have been cropped to focus more on you and the bird, otherwise, I started looking into the background and noticing random things, like the henchman in the back. Otherwise, good shot, good article, work on cropping.

Queen Kitiara
7. Caught dancing or partying in an inappropriate situation/area. (A religious area in GW, next to a shrine, for example)

Kitiara Told To Hex-Off!!!

The insults and chants were flying in the Temple of the Unseen when Tyria's Next Top Superstar contestant Queen Kitiara decided to argue with worshipers over sacrilegious dancing by the statues! The angry mob was seen shouting hexes while Kitiara claimed to be "dancing for artistic purposes" necessary for her next TNTS assignment. Her personal manager refused to comment whether the absinthe she was drinking was for artistic purposes as well!

Judges Comments:

Judge 1: Just by looking at the picture, I didn't fully get it was a dance off. It really looked more like a Diva going "speak to the hand!" After reading the article, which was well written (loved the note "personal manager," I finally understood the dance off. You did seem to have a difficult situation, but I think a few of your past flaws showed up again. Way too many symbols flying about. It made me look at the party instead of focusing on queen. Next time, really try a minimalistic approach, I ensure you, it'll be great with your hawt hawt warrior!

Judge 2: It doesn't look like you are dancing at all in the picture. When I first looked at it, it seemed perfect for a picture for a Top Superstar who had gotten in a fight and simply said "no comment". Reading your snippet of the article, I couldn't help but laugh. This assignment of your was really well put together and I can see why you choose to use that shot for your article. The shot looks like it was the after effect of the incident in question. Love the pose! It works brilliantly, but you have to be aware that you were supposed to be caught dancing.

Judge 3: My first impression, and from the reputation Mrs. Kitiara has given herself, is a "whatever" style attitude from this shot. I love that part of it, but thats not what the assignment is about though. The writeup made me giggle, was amusing to read, then looking at the picture was fun to see again as well. Once again you used skills to portray a glittery effect, I think maybe that it doesn't much amplify your picture, and only poses as a distraction. You always have a lot going on in your shots, which is sometimes good, sometimes bad, maybe try a different approach, and see what happens then!

Cold Lucille
Caught under the influence of Alcohol. (Alcoholic effects may be used,
but be weary of clarity)

'Kegs of Love'

Rising star Cold Lucille has been seen associating with the notorious
Vabbian drunkard, Zilo, and witnesses to the nocturnal meetings have
also reported the presence of the infamous Zilo's Keg. Indecent
behavior and obscene shouts of "I love you, man!" have agitated the
neighborhood, and the two have been taken into custody by the local guard.

Judges Comments:

Judge 1: Very nice job. again. I'm glad you didn't go overboard with the alcoholic effect, as that would have been a strong temptation. I feel this shot is just sooo subtle, very good paparazzi shot. As well the article was very creative, and the references to GW alcoholic quotes were a nice touch. Just a few spelling mistakes, but really this is another solid job.

Judge 2: Ooo Scandal. Is one of our little superstar's already causing alot of troule by being arrested already? Hehe, I love this shot. You did so well trying to capture the effects of alcohol without ruining the picture at all. It has that fuzzy feeling, that makes it look like a drunken fan was reading this article. This picture did catch my attention, and would instantly read it if Stalker would give me the magazine. My only problem with it, is the darkness. Not that your Lucille is hidden(how could she be?), but your supporting character is, which it is really hard to see his face.

Judge 3: Omg, get a room! The article including the shot was amusing. I enjoyed reading it very much. Only thing that bugs me is the actual drunk effect. It makes the image seem a little to wavy for my liking. Maybe if you would have waited 30 seconds more for it to dim slightly, would it have gotten better, but maybe not. I'd have to test the drunk effect next time I get some ale!

Rosemary Marron
5. Caught in a heated argument with boyfriend/girlfriend. (Imagine a real life break up situation, and try to capture that in the shot.)

While visiting the notorious Xaquang Skyway shopping area, Rosemary and her current lover Puddin Hornblower break down into a heated argument in public. Paparazzis are shocked to see these two going at it, shouting from the top of their voices and ignoring the shocked crowd gathering around them.

Judges Comments:

Judge 1: Awesome shot, bad write up. I mean, there really isn't anything to say about the shot. The proportions are perfect, great angles, great focus, good cropping. And like the other judge mentioned, the hidden face of the lover only creates more suspense, which is always good for tabloids. But the write up is rather bland, and seems really generic. Tabloid articles normally have exaggerated truths just to get readers reading, and this is just a little too "normal." You're a star, remember!

Judge 2: This one I immediatly caught on what this paparazzi shoot was all about. Fight with a lover and very upfront about it. I do like the attitude out of both of them, and I like how the camera angle is perfectly perportioned to face Rosemary rather than the lover. Which adds a bit of mystery about this Puddin Hornblower (best name ever xD). Although I would of loved to see his eyes at some point. (and his number?) And exactly how many lovers does Rosemary have?

Judge 3: I would agree on the writeup being slightly boring. The shot is stunning, I love how Rosemary is right up in his face, telling him how it is. I bet he didn't like the "car ride" home, if he even rode in the same one. As another judge stated, how many lovers does Rose actually have? She must be one slamming chicka to have a different man to yell at every week! :P

Sue Aside
2. Caught wearing only undergarments in a public area. (Indecent exposure, etc.)

Sue Aside: Starlet on the run!

Sue Aside was rejected entry into the Superstar Seborhin club by Vabbian bouncer Mr.X, who reported that she was wearing, "Less then decent clothing fit for this kind of club." As a result, Sue was spotted stripping down to her underwear in protest, running around and streaking in front of hundreds of club-goers. Mr.X promptly showed her off the premises, and Sue Aside has been charged with indecent exposure.

Judges Comments:

Judge 1: Crazy Sue. The angles leave something to be desired, and I never knew Sue was that tall! The cropping as well wasn't the best choice because the shot we're seeing right now, doesn't reflect the article. The article is creative, witty and well written, but the picture doesn't show that. Right now the picture almost looks as if a guard was trying to pin down the runaway Sue, instead of the dismissal you wrote about.

Judge 2: This picture looked very odd at first glance, with proportions of Sue's body compared to the onlooker that was pointing. I wish I would of seen the full version of this photo to see where each of them are standing. Or is Sue really that tall? I loved the article snippet which proved very funny, and very odd for Sue to do because she couldn't get into a club. Would of loved a better angle for this picture though.

Judge 3: "Sue Aside running, and a guard pointing out the streaker" is what I saw when I saw this picture. The story I felt didn't match well with the image, which could have been taken better. Maybe more of an upward angle to make you less "tall" and it would have fixed some of the body proportions I think. I've noticed that you tend to do well a few assignments, and not so well on others. I really hope you find your happy medium soon and try to amaze us more, like you did in assignment #1.

Tasha Darke
1. Caught attacking a fan (Guild Members, NPC’s, Human Like Enemies.)

“ As her guild celebrated International Talk like a Pirate Day this week, Tasha Darke decided to fend off an offending gatecrasher at the party. Miss Darke, who was seen to be consuming Norn-like quantities of ale at the event, attacked the fan after a brief, but heated, exchange of words. Tasha’s spokesperson played down the incident, excusing Tasha’s actions as being “in character for the occasion” and describing the star as being “very much a character based actress”. Outside sources have confirmed that the offending guest was the same gentleman who was escorted off a recent movie shoot. No charges have as yet been raised by either Miss Darke or the gentleman in question. ”

Judge 1: An awesome picture, that's for sure. Normally, I would scream "TOO MUCH, just TOO MUCH." But for this, everything works perfectly. I can see the party in the background, and then the punch as the main focus. This was executed impeccably. The article was very formal, may be something you would see in the newspaper, not the tabloids. I loved the "character based actress," as that only made Tasha that much more memorable. You are becoming a force to be reckoned with, Tasha.

Judge 2: This really made me laugh, at the fact that Tasha was so in character that she punched a party crasher. I just kept wondering, dont pirates stab rather than punch? Hehe but its a rather imfamous picture you have here. It showed there was a party in the background, and the punch that took place. It looks a little crowded, you could of cropped the picture a little bigger, but otherwise its a really good paparazzi shoot.

Judge 3: Wammo got nailed! Just like your assignment. You still continue to amaze me with good another good assignment! From not so good shots to begin, to being top 2 in a row and getting immunity.But more on the shot though. I felt that the cropping could have been done at a more upward angle, to where it is looking down at you and the Wammo more. The pirate theme made this really amusing to read, especially with the combined shot. Good job again.

Sali Su
Caught protesting/complaining in a public situation/event. (Using /pout for example.)

Sali Su and her most recent boy toy have been spotted spending some time together on holiday on some the many beaches of Kryta. An Eye witness reported that on several occasions Sali through "childish little tantrums" because things didn't go her way and was even heard declaring "Not good enough!", when presented with a meal cooked for her by her boyfriend. Her boyfriend, believed to be known as Xandreus Alvarin, is a young, aspiring male model with no real credits to his name. Are Sali Su's standards in men slipping? With her career showing little sign of improving, and her 40th creeping ever closer, how is this aging diva going to get break into the limelight? Story continues page 49....

Judges Comments:

Judge 1: OMGOD, this is totally channeling Madonna. I can just imagine her now, "not good enough, NOT good enough!!" Overall, this is a very pretty shot, but the cropping is a little troublesome. Everything else about it is fine. The article is also very well written, and gives a lot of insight to Sali Su and her "incident." It's good enough for me.

Judge 2: This has got to be the most entertaining article that I have read so far. This could almost count as Diva attitude here, from the picture of her pouting as her boy toy is running to go satisfy her. I believe this was really well done, from the article to the picture. The only problem you could of cropped the right side of the photo a little more in. Not a real big problem though. And wow I didn't know she was almost 40, which really answers my theory that prophecies mesmers all look like milfs.

Judge 3: I'm glad to see you're working harder on your assignments! I enjoyed the story very much that was attached to this article, I wanted to read more, but my page 49 was missing. Only thing really is the cropping is maybe to wide. Maybe a bit more cut off from the right side, but still enough there to be able to see the beach. I just hope we see more of Sali like this in the future!

Death Defyer
9. Caught in an embarrassing outfit, a fashion victim. (Clashing armor, the ugliest armor combination POSSIBLE!)

"Too Tired to see her Own Clothes?"

Torn in a hype about her all new Demonic clothes line, Death Defyer seems to be choosing her clothes blind-sighted! Maybe just a costume in time for the Mad King, Death Defyer seems to be wearing a bone made Crown, that must of just came right out of King Jalis Ironhammer's closet! You can also see a cheap color-clashing chest and leg piece. What surprises us most is that she is sporting tattoo sleeves! Caught yawning outside of her remote Autumn-esque townhouse, Death Defyer should stick to her normal attire rather than getting ready for the Halloween Festival.

Judges Comments:

Judge 1: I believe you were given the most outrageous situation out of all the contestants. And I only wish you had even more fun with it! The hat really does scream "fashion victim," but the rest of your attire is actually quite pretty! And I mean, necro's have scars armor, and I just expected more from you again. However, your article has some umph with it, and gives a good sense that its from a tabloid.

Judge 2: The picture screams "Queen of the Damned laughing about her accomplished plan!" I was interested enough to read the snippet, but was totally surprised by which theme you had to go with. Since your armor choices were all the same color, it was kind of hard to see the mix-match of armor at first glance. Not only that, but your shot was zoomed into much, not allowing us to see the whole outfit. I can see why you can be called a fashion victim, that hat. I wouldn't be caught dead in that hat. But its not the most horrible combination I've seen (take a hint from the warriors thread ). And stay out of King Jalis's closet!

Judge 3: I don't really know what to say. I expected more from this shot. I felt it was probably one of the easiest out of all the ones assigned to the contestants. I don't play Necro much, so I couldn't tell that the armor you are wearing is actually different armor, instead to me it looks like the same set. It could have brought out more I think if you would have used some random ugly Necro armors, there are a few out there. The helm is the only thing I see that is considered a "horrible" fashion statement.

Scores will most likely be posted tomorrow!

Perynne · Sep 24, 2007, 07:46 AM // 07:46

Ah, stumbled on the writeup... I think I was so tired on Saturday after a week of insanely busy school that I totally didn't think what I was writing. Oh well, I'm not much of a tabloid reader anyway. I prefer being the paparazzi who takes the shots, and then let someone else deal with the text. The shot speaks for itself!

(and lessee, I think Rose goes through men like a fashion model goes through clothes - gone in 60 seconds)

Haha, and I just love some of the other writeups along with photos. We are some very naughty celebrities!

Can't wait for the scores!