Heyo!

I'm looking for a few good Gnome stories. What type of story? The type of fireside story an elderly Gnome might tell to his or her grandchildren. Something along the lines of Aesop's fables or a "Just So" story would be appropriate, as would a simple bedtime story or brief history lesson.

Here are the basic rules and guidelines:

(1) The story needs to be fairly brief. Somewhere in the ballpark of 25 sentences is getting close to the limit, but smaller is better. If you need inspiration, check out the storyteller in Muspar'i. The stories he tells are about the right size and spirit for what I'm looking for.

(2) Be creative, and remember that these are stories that ideally an elderly Gnome would be sharing around the fireside. Try to present them as such!

(3) This contest is open to everyone, but the incentive package (see below) is available only to Gnomes.

(4) All stories should be original. There's nothing wrong with reworking classic fables and fairy tales a bit to fit the scope of this project, but no copyrighted material, please. I'd hate to have to beat you with my kneecapping stick!

(5) Any story submitted may be used in-game, at which point it becomes the property of Simutronics.

(6) For more details on (4) and (5) above, please review the Terms of Service at http://www.play.net/dr/simu_policy.asp, Section 11b in particular.

(7) Stories should be submitted via e-mail to DR-DARTENIAN@PLAY.NET. Plain text files are preferred, but as long as I can read 'em, anything works. Please be sure to make it clear in the title of your e-mail that this is a submission for the Gnome Story Contest.

(8) Please also include the name of your Gnome character in your submission if you want the incentive package detailed below. You do not need to have a Gnome to submit a story, but the gift is for Gnome characters only.


DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: March 15th, 2007.


Now for the incentive package!

Any Gnome will be eligible for a gift package. The package itself will consist of a full set of matched Gnome clothing from the famous Gnome fashion designer Roinkle, available in a choice of several colors.

As long as you are a Gnome and submit an eligible story under the above guidelines, you'll get your gift package as soon as I can track you down.

As mentioned before, you do not need to be a Gnome to submit entries, but the incentive package is for Gnomes only. A selection of these stories will be used in-game, and whether you are a Gnome or not, if your story is used you will receive a special storyteller medallion in addition to seeing your story featured in the live game.


- GM Dartenian

"You ain't seen nothin' yet!" - Al Jolson

LiveJournal: http://www.livejournal.com/users/dartenian/

> Do they come in orange, peach or tangerine?

I think I can talk Roinkle into that, yes.


- GM Dartenian

"You ain't seen nothin' yet!" - Al Jolson

LiveJournal: http://www.livejournal.com/users/dartenian/

The Muspar'i storyteller tends to wander around the performer area. He does has to sleep once in a while, however.


- GM Dartenian

"You ain't seen nothin' yet!" - Al Jolson

LiveJournal: http://www.livejournal.com/users/dartenian/

Guess I need to take a road trip.

Nikor

Heyo!

I'll try to catch you in-game. If I haven't caught you by shortly after the end of the contest, I'll resort to Plan B, which is scheduling a meet time via e-mail. No fear! It'll get to you!


- GM Dartenian

"You ain't seen nothin' yet!" - Al Jolson

LiveJournal: http://www.livejournal.com/users/dartenian/