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| Quigmans ♦ By Buddy Hickerstm I “I like what I see in you, Pierpont. in fact, I’d like to take you under my wing ... carry you back to my nest... and feed you to my young.” Ui'fa CiKClft i/^*t ^ohmjto “Where do they learn these things?’ ©7<x* F ir ^ia w. n_i_21 Bated on the traditional form cA Japanese poetry -- count the syHattes. www hartcuarcuscom Captain Ribman ♦ By John Sprengebneyer and Rich Davis XV* TfACMWU TUI S fHOwiTo tfSA#— A*>t> A -SM.>fe4«oT. t«AT -Sov Ar toooa %OCA t~AT£«i ■ BARD Continued from page 6 different, like story and humor.” The mix of comedy and video game will become its legacy, said Hilary Goldstein, editor of IGN Xbox magazine who rated the game 8.2 out of 10. “The big thing about the game is just the humor of it. There’s a lot of games out there that try to do humor. It’s funny for a while but then it falls flat,” Goldstein said. “(Bard’s Tale) was funny from start to finish.” The Bard’s Tale focuses on the adventures of the Bard, voiced by Elwes, mthe quick-witted Wesley in the classic Qf -ptnovic, “The Princess Bride.” He starts off as a conniving thief, a small-town con man who uses his one talent _ summoning rats _ to annoy the locals. When he’s sent down to the bar’s cellar to kill rats in exchange for beer, the Bard is stunned to discover a giant, fire-breathing rodent. Rushing upstairs, the charred Bard becomes the laughing stock at the bar and the drunks have a good laugh before bursting into song about how much they love beer. “There’s real human emotion. He’s (angry). The drunks are laughing. He tells off the barmaid. This guy questions everything,” Fargo said. “Anywhere we can add personality we did.” Slowly, the Bard learns of his quest to rescue the princess. But it takes time — and the promise of money — to convince him to accept the job. “The funny thing about the game is that most games have a reluctant hero. This one is not a hero at all. He’s a jerk. He’s selfish, lecherous. But it’s funny,” said Goldstein, with Xbox magazine. “His reactions to (quests) are the same reactions players have. Why would 1 go and smash all these barrels? They gave him a reason. The barrel maker pays him money so he smashes them and people have to go and buy another barrel. It basically becomes a scam.” To mock the excessive drama in some role-playing games, Bard’s Tale has the recurring character, a young boy, who believes he was picked by God to rescue the princess and defeat the enemy. Of course, the “chosen one” gets zapped soon after introducing himself. “You can go back and break the news to the chosen one’s mom for extra 'experience’ points,” Fargo said. Throughout the game, players choose whether to be nice or be a jerk. While it can be fun to be rude to the bar maid, watch out, said Fargo. Her brother may seek vengeance 10 hours into the game. Shoo the dog away and you’ll never realize it has the ability to dig up silver. “It’s the best game I’ve ever worked on in my career. It has personality and charm,” said Fargo, who hopes to work on a sequel. CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 Toothy smile 5 Holy city of Islam 10 Willowy 14 Protruding knob 15 Pewter or brass 16 Electrical cable 17 Molecule component 18 Two-tone feline 20 Lippershey’s invention 22 Select group 23 Pay-phone aperture 24 Glib speech 25 Part of USSR 28 Authored 30 Put down 31 Gooff, as milk 32 Mother of Zeus 36 Male heir 37 Goulash seasoning 40 Live on 41 Listen to 43 Set on fire 44 Ballroom dance 46 Loan shark’s practice 48 Flash in the comics 49 Thoroughfare 52 Table seasoning 53 Cold snap 54 High-spirited 59 Unreal 61 Sandwich side 62 Peggy and Pinky 63 Cut stubble 64 Italian wine region 65 Nuisance 66 Shamble along 67 Inert gas DOWN 1 Tiny flier 2 Learning method 3 Object of devotion 4 Unstoppable rival 5 Team pet 6 PoetT.S._ 7 Show appreciation I 3 © 2004 Tribune Media Services, Inc. 11/05/04 All rights reserved. 8 Show up 9 Vote for 10 Suffer from the heat 11 Within the law 12 Fit to be tied 13 Verse rhythm 19 Chair or bench 21 Dream time 24 Uncured meat 25 Cummerbund 26 Tubular woodwind 27 Barn topper 28 Fret 29 Downfall 31 Cowboy's prod 33 Ranch worker 34 Waffle brand 35 Long period 38 Border against 39 Bikini, e.g. 42 Head-to-head fighter 45 Craftsperson 47 Inner being 48 Ship’s kitchen 49 Dandruff source Solutions ■ 11 S I 3 1 d S__3 J3 J_ ^ b^_V o. y i s Q[3 3 H [nos tJ I ^31XIX I V|dBMMi.|OI l|SW 3 1 i n¥»3 d o o silii 1 V 0 3 SJ3 W V I stt) O 1 V 3 y i m|BT oiiv|3oon ^ I I I I S V101 01 3 1IAI NI 1 I y I o 50 Number on a match? 51 Formal ceremonies 52 Debonair 54 Lover of Narcissus 55 Prejudice 56 Otherwise 57 Western alliance letters 58 Castor or Pollux 60 Belief system HOROSCOPES ARIES New vistas are opening up, new treasures are within reach. You’ll find the contacts you need, to get the right information, within the next few weeks. TAURUS Take time to consider the consequences before making a big decision. You might even want to take something home for a trial, to make sure it matches. GEMINI You’re smart, and that’s why you surround yourself with even smarter people. Listen, and trust their judgment, but make your own decisions. CANCER It’s harder to find time for romance now, but don’t despair. Take care of business so you can afford lots of fun and games later. LEO You’re learning quickly, so don’t be discouraged by skeptics or strong competition. You’ll also get a boost and a lucky break from somebody who loves you. VIRGO Some things you’ve been hanging onto are more valuable than you thought. Better get the interesting ones appraised before you toss them out. LIBRA Don’t bust your budget showing off to friends and relatives. They’re not after your money anyway. They love you for your sense of humor. SCORPIO Continue with negotiations. Hold out for pay you think is fair and honorable, and even generous. You might not get it all now, but be patient. You'll get even stronger next week. SAGITTARIUS Mercury, the planet of communications, is coming into your sign. This is your signal that for the rest of the month, you’ll make sure the truth gets out. CAPRICORN You know all that stuff that you’ve been saving, meaning to recycle? Indications are it might be worth more than you realized. Check it out. AQUARIUS You make friends quite easily, and your life is full of them. Show one who needs you now that you’ll go the extra mile. PISCES Somebody else believes you can do the job, although you’re not sure. Provide the best service that you can, even if you’re pretending. CALENDAR TODAY USC Dance presents “Seven Deadly Sins and More” 7:30 p.m. Koger Center. $12, $10 faculty and staff/military/seniors (over 60), $8 students. “The Lady Killers” 8 p.m. Russell House Theater. Free. “Intimate Strangers” 7 and 9 p.m. Nickelodeon Theatre, 937 Main St. WUSC 90.5 FM ‘80s Weekend Benefit ‘80s Dance Party hosted by Sean Rayford with Beat Juncture Project, Madison Fair, Bullet Train to Vegas, Verona, Heist and the Accomplice 8 p.m. New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St. $2 21+, $4 under 21. Sam Fisher with Michelle Allen 9 p.m. Jammin’ Java, ,1530 Main St. Pay-what-you-want show. SATURDAY “The Lady Killers" 8 p.m. Russell House Theater. Free. “Intimate Strangers” 3, 7 and 9 p.m. Nickelodeon Theatre. Wrangler Brutes with From Safety to Where, Kurse Go Back, The Map Says We’re F***ed 8 p.m. New Brookland Tavern. $6. Ryan Horne with Jon Black, Elhanan’S Plea 9 p.m. Jammin’ Java. Pay-what-you-want show. Mouse with The Maggs 10 p.m. An Bar, 1211 Park Sc. $2. SUNDAY “The Lady Killers” 8 p.m. Russell House Theater. Free. “Intimate Strangers” 3, 7 and 9 p.m. Nickelodeon Theatre. The Pietasters with Murphy’s Law, The Supervillans, Rudy 7 p.m. New Brookland Tavern. $8. 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