I just thought I would pop in and say hello to everyone out there on the board.

My office is right next to Clayton's, and people have been threatening each other with his new swords, so I had to get out of there and share my fear. If my picture shows up on the news as a victim of a random sword-slaying, you'll know where to look.

Subject: I would never hurt you!
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 9:40:24 AM

And I swear, they're just letter openers.

Subject: It is not you I am worried about
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 9:41:44 AM

There are too many other people untrained in the art of letter-opening running around!

It is scary.

Subject: I'm out of coffee
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 9:42:51 AM

Brain... slowing... can't reach cup...

Subject: Mocha is near
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 9:44:55 AM

The Mocha Wagon (tm) always comes by at about 10:30. You'll just have to wait a few more minutes.

While we are waiting, I have a question:

If you were stranded on a desert island, would you rather be stuck there with a hot 3-D card, or Teri Hatcher?

Subject: New Revelation about TA:Kingdoms
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 9:48:49 AM

Mocha should be in the credits for the game.

As for your question, neither. ...and shame on you for trying to get me in trouble with the missus.

Subject: It shall be so!
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 9:52:21 AM

My favorite kind is a "Grande Non-fat Mocha". Don't settle for anything less.

I think Teri got a bad rap in Tomorrow Never Dies. Just because she didn't do anything but get killed, there is no reason to hate her for it. Oh, well. I won't tell your missus that you enjoyed that movie.

So what are you doing for lunch?

Subject: Hmmm... You need help Mr. Brown
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 9:56:41 AM

I'm going to say some words, and you just say the first word that comes to mind.

First word: spleen

Subject: Spleen -> Lawnmower
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 9:57:17 AM

...

Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 9:57:49 AM

Crinkly

Subject: Potato
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 9:58:22 AM

Potato

Subject: Scupper
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 9:59:26 AM

Scupper

Subject: Leaning Tower of Pisa
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:00:00 AM

Leaning Tower of Pisa

Subject: Topiary
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:00:39 AM

Topiary

Subject: Capacitor
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:01:07 AM

Capacitor

Subject: Uvula
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:01:08 AM

Uvula

Subject: Oil slick
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:01:39 AM

Oil slick

Subject: Happy
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:01:48 AM

Happy

Subject: Spam
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:02:09 AM

Spam

Subject: Chipmunk
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:02:46 AM

Chipmunk

Subject: Wheaties
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:03:10 AM

Wheaties

Subject: Dentifrice
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:03:25 AM

Dentifrice

Subject: BuffaLou
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:04:02 AM

BuffaLou

Subject: Whole Wheat Goodness
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:04:27 AM

Whole Wheat Goodness

Subject: Whole wheat lunch?
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:05:18 AM

I was serious. Is that what you plan on eating?

Subject: Greetings!
Author: ragter
Date: 2/23/99 10:06:17 AM

Ohh, and those new swords are so sweet. Hey Clay and Brian, lunch today?

Subject: Something Free
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:07:27 AM

I think it's another glorious lunch with the press. They're French, so we'll probably hit McDonalds.

Subject: Big Mac
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:07:51 AM

From what I hear, there is no such thing as a free lunch.

Subject: Free food
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:09:14 AM

Clayton thinks he is getting a free lunch. I say we show him.

Subject: TAK
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 10:15:42 AM

What is Kingdoms going be about? Is it like Quake?

Subject: Sure
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:17:38 AM

...just like it. 'Cept different.

Subject: Here's some news for ya...
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:16:22 AM

These were written by our own Peter Fries...

TOP 10 OTHER SHOCKING KINGDOMS ANNOUNCEMENTS ABOUT TA:KINGDOMS

10. Message forum will now carry pop up ad banners for pyramid schemes
9. Every third dollar of profit goes to Clinton Legal Defense Fund
8. Downloadable units will now only be avaliable on a biannual basis
7. Mana resource eliminated; only resource to manage is CPU speed
6. Some assembly will be required
5. There is no Clayton Kauzlaric -- we thought the name alone would tip you off
4. Release delayed because we can't stop playing Starcraft 3. Fantasy theme a cover story; actual game based on Harlequin Romance novels
2. Box will ship filled only with colored confetti and ferret droppings.
1. Cavedog just a front for Comet Worshipping Doomsday cult

Subject: Dude, can I go, too?
Author: DMFrank
Date: 2/23/99 10:33:57 AM

Whaddya say? Mongolian Grill? Taco Del Mar?

Subject: Beth's Cafe
Author: Clayton K
Date: 2/23/99 10:58:10 AM

Mmm...

Subject: Mocha Wagon!
Author: Brian B
Date: 2/23/99 11:14:44 AM

It is here. Anybody in the Bothell area that wants a piping fresh mocha, now is your chance!

Subject: Good Point
Author: DMBrandon
Date: 2/23/99 12:37:00 PM

Frank...Jen?

Subject: The Result of Spam
Author: DMBrandon
Date: 2/23/99 12:46:27 PM

What actually happened:

Clayton did indeed make a run to the Mocha Wagon...not sure about Brian...

We did see the "king of the cutscene" Mark D. there though - enjoying a cafe latte mayhaps?

In a rare fit of kindness Clay purchased a hot chocolate for me...1'm only 12.

Clay hath himself a blade of epic proportions, but honestly my money is on Brian with his bull whip.

Our second French journalist this week has indeed arrived. Her name is Mathilde and she is very nice...sure doesn't hurt that she loves TA!

We are going to lunch now...how bout Red Hook!!!