-Some pictures are worth a 1000 words. And then some pictures are worth a Goddamn story. See how one picture inspired a collaboration between numerous members, and then taste their particular brand of insanity. The writers of are not responsible for any mental scarring that results from perusing these documents.You can blame a picture, though. THE RADICAL DREAMERS COMPANY -A collaboration effort to design a new parallel to the world of Pokemon, and to implement this concept into the literacy scene. THE CONCEPT: A world, defined as “retromodern,” that possesses basic contemporary public comforts, but lacks modern technological sophistication. An example: Modern public utilities such as indoor plumbing and electrical lights; minus computers, motorized vehicles, or conventional weaponry. Though not maliciously hostile towards man or each other, Pokémon still adhere more or less to the laws of nature. Namely natural selection. Eat or be eaten, fight or flee, the predator versus the prey; etc, etc... A religion, based on Pokémon. But not your typical “let’s all worship Arceus like good little christians in a church” religion. Rather, a pagan polytheistic totemism focused on the “lesser” Pokémon. In short, a shamanic culture with the central belief that the standard run of the mill Pokémon are actually spirits of the natural world, each and everyone of them deserving of reverence. And as in any intriguing shamanic culture of old, there would exist a socially pursued belief in the ability to achieve a “oneness with the spirits.” I.E. Pokémon. And then things started taking on a whole new turn…THE CRAZY: Shamans are limited to using only one Pokémon(We have established a few exclusions to this rule). This single Pokémon is regarded as their “Guardian Spirit.” Shamans enter into one of the various distinct sects of their religion. Sects that either appeal to that Shaman’s spiritual agenda, or adhere to the Shaman’s philosophical interpretation of their religion. Shamans customarily garb themselves in ceremonial attire that bears a strikingly similar appearance to that of their “Guardian Spirit.” Shamans fight alongside their “Guardian Spirits” in combat situations. Shamans mystically channel their “Guardian Spirits” in battle. Which equates to a Shaman wielding the power of their “Guardian Spirit.” Namely the Pokémon’s Ability, Ceremonial Accessory(Item), and Techniques. No dramatic transformations; Just a fancifully dressed up Priestess throwing down Shadow Sneaks alongside her Banette.Project's Current Status: Recruiting -We are in need of individuals who are interested, skilled, and available to grind out the basis of this world. We have a crude template in place that outlines the core focus of this world, and even a rough idea of a plot, but the goal for "Radical Dreamers" is not only to design a radical world... It's to successfully collaborate with a host of colorful and talented writers, and to utilize their diverse engine of ideas to create one hell of good story, and to have one hell of a good time writing it. Could this story be written by just one individual? Of course. But that defeats the agenda of "Radical Dreamers". We want to be radical. We want to try something different. There's a slew of great stories out there, written by many talented authors, but how many of those stories were collaborations? How many stories were written by a Team? So this is what "Radical Dreamers" offers you: -A new experience. A chance to see the world of literacy from more than your own perspective. And a chance just go crazy with a group of equally crazy people all itching to write one crazy story. We want the bubbly-cutesy-goofy authors working alongside the edgy-nitty-gritty authors. We want the lunatics and the realists throwing down concepts and formulating possibilities. We want the best out there to toss their own distinct ideas with their own ideal personas into a pot... And when we're done with the concept, worldbuilding, and plot design? -We want to LARP this story out using our own separate characters reacting in accordance with our pre-structured plot. Does it sound like fun? Does it sound radical? Do you want to be a part of this? Then PM the "Radical Dreamers Company" with your resume. And yes, you will be responsible for compiling your own "tidy" resume. Consider your resume's appearance a part of your grade. Due to the lovely anti-spam precautions on FF.net, we will have to establish contact off site. To apply to the "Radical Dreamers Company," You will need: You will need to write up a little resume of your particular skillset. Skills such as; Concept Design, Worldbuilding, Editing, LARP Credentials, Character Design, Plot Development, Literacy Familiarity, Your Favorite Junk Food(Just Kidding), Availability, and Additional Contributions. You will need to attach a link to your resume that provides an example of your literary prowess. I’m talking proof of authorship. Send us one of your own stories or concepts for review; so that we can determine your potential asset to “Radical Dreamers.” It can be Fanfiction or original work. And no, it doesn’t have to be Pokémon affiliated. Your story needs to appear well written, the characters need to feel natural, your grammar skills must be higher than average, and the plot should be rich. Even if it’s smut, we’ll read it. Oh boy, will we read it. Feeling a bit daunted by the request? Yet you still feel like you can contribute? Then by all means, get in contact with us using the established methods. We don’t expect everyone to be a jack-of-all-trades. If you have a particular strong suit, we want to know about it. You might just be underestimating yourself. Let the elitest brutes at determine your eligibility.POSITIONS WITHIN THE RADICAL DREAMERS TEAM: Project Director: That would be me, Vile M.F. Slanders. I do not view this station as an office of authority. The Project Director is responsible for providing the Team with an organized setting to work in, as well as the management of posting both the elections and the Team’s propositions for collective review, and finally; the Project Director will occasionally assume the role of a hard ass to remind people that there is such a thing as too much fun. I’m in this to make a damn good story, and to have a damn good time making that story. I can say with no small confidence; that I have the skills, morality, commitment, and time to fulfill my duties to the Team. I went through all this trouble just to garner your attention and retain it; that should be proof enough of my agenda. Project Managers: Project Managers handle the project’s routine management when the Project Director is indisposed. These two positions will be awarded to the individuals who demonstrate the greatest sum of all the attributes that we seek. That, and most importantly; these individuals must have the time required to fulfill these roles. Your name could be C.S. Lewis, and you still wouldn’t end up a Project Manager if you can’t find the time to do your job. This is not a station of authority. Like the Project Director, Project Managers will be responsible to the story and the group first and foremost. If you believe yourself capable of fulfilling the commitments of a Project Manager, please make a note of it in your resume. Core Member: These guys are the essentials. They are responsible for writing propositions for everything from their Characters to their Lore; and submitting their propositions to the Project Director for nomination. Did I mention that we are operating as a Team? We are a democracy. Everybody gets a vote. Every vote is equal in value to every other. No vote will be anonymous; this is to guarantee that the Project Director or his affiliates do not attempt to sway the vote in their favor by fudging with the results. We all have an equal say in how this world and its elements play out. Currently, there are three to five Core Member positions. They will be allotted to those individuals with the same credential adherence as the Project Managers. Time and commitment are essential to a collaboration. Skills come secondary to those who are willing, and able, to commit. Contributors: These guys are not to be sullied or abused. Period. If you didn’t make the list of essential members, but you would still like to contribute to the development of “Radical Dreamers,” please make a note of it in your resume. We could use every available idea out there, and you will be honorably recognized for your contributions. And if you just want to spectate the crazy? Hell, come on in. You never know what might happen in a project like this. We may need more Core Members down the line. Consider yourselves deputized.DISCLAIMERS: Neither nor its affiliates own Pokémon. Otherwise the games would’ve been rated AO, and Ash would have died in a hole alone decades ago. The concept work revealed in this presentation is not recognized as “intellectual property.” No one is making a buck off of this, so lighten up. This is just a fun way to spend your time writing with a group while making something spectacular in the process. |