|
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The Grey Elf
Grey Havens
Apr 25 2015, 6:57pm
Post #1 of 106
(2070 views)
Shortcut
|
** Founder’s Day Fun: A Lord of the Rings Mad Lib -- with some Tricksy Twists!
|
Can't Post
|
|
Welcome and Felicitations, Fellow Tornsibs, to the ultimate game of cheeky nonsense!! For newcomers to Mad Libs or seasoned gamesters up for some playful twists, here’s a quick explanation of how this is played:
I have taken a particularly exciting passage (abrdiged) from The Lord of the Rings and placed it under lock and spell. Assorted words in this text have mysteriously disappeared (gotta stop using that elvish ink). Players then supply words to replace the parts of speech that are missing. (You will find those needed listed below.) I will present the completed story when all the blanks have been filled in. Now, here are the twists: -
Instead of numbering the words needed in the order in which they appear in the text, as is typical, I have summarized them by parts of speech. (Hopefully, this will make it easier for you.) -
Verbs are now divided into those with an object and those without. It may take a little extra thinking but it will pay off in the end! -
When I’ve collected all the words needed, I, your nefarious Maderator, will take the liberty (hey, see what I did there?) of choosing an ideal place in the text for each word submitted, all in the interest of maximum silliness.
Keep an eye out for word count updates! I will post as often as I can.
And for anyone who feels the need for a little re-schooling, definitions and examples are attached to each part of speech.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING RULES:
A. When you submit your words, post in your subject line ONLY. For example: 2 adjectives: cold, young, 1 noun: button, 1 verb w/object –ed: fastened //
B. There is no limit on the number of words you can submit but please do not exceed four words per post (‘cause more than 4 makes my eyes spin).
If anything is unclear, ask! I'll do my best to explain. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun!
Last Note: If you can’t get enough of Middle-earth-inspired Mad Libs, look for Bracegirdle’s special edition Hobbit Mad Lib on the Off-Topic Board for more Founder’s Day fun.
Ready? Here we go!! Below are how many words are needed for each part of speech:
VERBs With Object: 5 (9 total)
With Object ending with – ed: 3
With Object ending with – ing: 1
Definition: Expresses action which affects something else.
Example: Sally threw a stone.
VERBs Without Object: 11 (31 total)
Without Object ending with – ed: 16
With Object ending with – ing: 4
Definition: Expresses action which does not affect something else.
Example: The soldier stood tall.
ADJECTIVES: 18 (21 total)
Adjective, color: 3
Definition: Describing word.
Example: A full moon
NOUN: 16 (37 total)
Noun, plural: 6
Noun, body part: 3
Noun, plural, body part: 6
Noun, animal: 1
Noun, plural, animal: 1
Noun, emotion: 2
Noun, occupation: 1
Noun, musical instrument: 1
Definition: People, things, places, etc.
Example: Wombat, brooch, creek
ADVERBS: 3
Definition: Describing word for a verb typically ending in - ly
Example: She timidly knocked on the door.
MISC.:
Number: 3
Exclamation: 1
Nonsense word: 1
Let the madness ensue! Have fun, everyone!!
(This post was edited by The Grey Elf on Apr 25 2015, 6:58pm)
|
|
|
Brethil
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 6:59pm
Post #2 of 106
(1985 views)
Shortcut
|
These are so darned fun to read. Great idea, Grey Elf!!
(This post was edited by Brethil on Apr 25 2015, 7:00pm)
|
|
|
Brethil
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 7:00pm
Post #3 of 106
(1984 views)
Shortcut
|
Unless you are the Swedish Chef, then it makes perfect sense.
(This post was edited by Brethil on Apr 25 2015, 7:01pm)
|
|
|
DanielLB
Immortal
Apr 25 2015, 7:00pm
Post #4 of 106
(1991 views)
Shortcut
|
|
Noun, occupation: Weather forecaster
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
Since I start my new job next week! 
|
|
|
Brethil
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 7:01pm
Post #5 of 106
(1978 views)
Shortcut
|
|
|
|
DanielLB
Immortal
Apr 25 2015, 7:06pm
Post #6 of 106
(1974 views)
Shortcut
|
|
I can't help but think you need to make up a definition for this. /
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
|
|
|
BlackFox
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 7:11pm
Post #7 of 106
(1967 views)
Shortcut
|
|
2 nouns, plural: turnips, raincoats; noun, body part: nose; noun, musical instrument: mandolin //
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
|
|
|
Brethil
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 7:18pm
Post #8 of 106
(1962 views)
Shortcut
|
|
Verb with Object ending with – ing: rolling //
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
|
|
|
Brethil
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 7:19pm
Post #9 of 106
(1964 views)
Shortcut
|
|
*evil laugh* Bwaahaaahaaa!!!! Not until after its used!!
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
Then I may announce its secret meaning, like a language ninja.
|
|
|
Kim
Valinor
Apr 25 2015, 8:14pm
Post #12 of 106
(1949 views)
Shortcut
|
|
|
|
Kim
Valinor
Apr 25 2015, 8:17pm
Post #13 of 106
(1945 views)
Shortcut
|
|
Adjective: Sparkly; Exclamation: Woohoo!; Number: 815, Noun (body part): navel //
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
|
|
|
Starling
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 8:22pm
Post #14 of 106
(1944 views)
Shortcut
|
Congratulations! I can't wait to see what improvements you will make to the weather.
|
|
|
Greenwood Hobbit
Valinor
Apr 25 2015, 8:24pm
Post #15 of 106
(1942 views)
Shortcut
|
|
Noun,body part - coccyx; noun, plural, animal - guinea pigs, verb w/o object - coruscating
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
|
|
|
Bracegirdle
Valinor
Apr 25 2015, 8:36pm
Post #16 of 106
(1937 views)
Shortcut
|
Now you gotta give me one - Neener, neener, neener... 
|
|
|
The Grey Elf
Grey Havens
Apr 25 2015, 8:58pm
Post #17 of 106
(1932 views)
Shortcut
|
|
Bracegirdle, OK if I make this Noun, Plural, Body Part?
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
You have no idea what's coming your way, my friend (*evil laugh*)
|
|
|
Bracegirdle
Valinor
Apr 25 2015, 10:44pm
Post #18 of 106
(1921 views)
Shortcut
|
*prepares to duck into smial* 
|
|
|
Brethil
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 11:06pm
Post #21 of 106
(1914 views)
Shortcut
|
Something to do with that extra scene of Thorin rolling around in a jewel pile...?  
(This post was edited by Brethil on Apr 25 2015, 11:06pm)
|
|
|
Brethil
Half-elven
Apr 25 2015, 11:13pm
Post #24 of 106
(1908 views)
Shortcut
|
|
Verbs without Object ending with – ed: fleeced, beaned //
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
(This post was edited by Brethil on Apr 25 2015, 11:14pm)
|
|
|
Ruxendil_Thoorg
Tol Eressea
Apr 26 2015, 2:01am
Post #25 of 106
(1901 views)
Shortcut
|
|
noun, emotion: angst. noun, musical instrument: kazoo. verb with object ending in -ed: fricaseed. //
[In reply to]
|
Can't Post
|
|
***
[spoken:] Once upon a time in Arda, First Age…
Beren, on the run from the Dark,
Its Sudden-Flame strike
Came down on his life, lived rough,
So rough,
Luthien was out in the glade,
She ran from the Man,
His limbs stayed by chains of love,
Of love.
But Thingol said to hold on,
What have you got?
You can’t just have the Princess, that is asking a lot.
You’ll fetch the jewels from ol’ Morgoth,
for love,
Or have her you’ll not!
Whoa, if that’s your will,
Whoa, this I will fulfill!
In my hand from the Crown, a Silmaril,
Whoa, this I will fulfill!
This I will fulfill!
* * *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDK9QqIzhwk
|
|
|
|
|
Woot!!!! Great news!! //
[
1
