GateKeeper Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Hi! New eruptee here. Just thought I would drop a line and say hello to all the other Node owners out there! I just have to say I never realized how great you guys have it until I got my own! The military is building a facility specifically for me, I got a pay raise into the eight figure range, can you believe that?!!? I jumped from a E2 to an Lt. rank just like that! I hope all the rest of you are living the good life,it looks like easy street for me here on out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wakinyan Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Quote:Originally posted by GateKeeper: The military is building a facility specifically for me,What? Why the hell would they do that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 {{Waiting for the other shoe to drop}} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timeslip Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Countdown until "OMG they're going to use me as a [insert nefarious slave-weapon here]!" in 10...9...8... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kestrel404 Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Easy? Sure, uh-huh. Keep telling yourself that.Ever think for a minute WHY they give you that pay raise? It's not because they're nice guys. I hope you looked at the paperwork you signed that went with that money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemmy Chillmeister Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Hey there GK, my name's Vince. I believe I got something you're looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GateKeeper Posted March 8, 2005 Author Share Posted March 8, 2005 Wow some of you seem a bit pessimistic. It's a rapid deployment facility they are building. It's great I really don't have to do anything but open the gate! They want me to sit around and relax, conserve juice until the next mission comes up. Walk out, opener up, off they go and everything is good to go! Of course I cannot detail the missions or anything but honestly I am not briefed on those details much anyway. I just open the gate to where they want it. Nothing to secret about what I do. Vince? I thought you had legally changed your name to Lemmy? Well either way it's good to meet you. Your music is a bit classic Novox these days but it's still pretty cool stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Hey GK. Never mind the parents. They're a little leery of the goals a military-industrial complex in a post-quantum world might have.If you like what you're doing then congrats on scoring. Not like they could keep you there if you wanted to zip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Access Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Nice to see where my taxpaying dollars are headed off to. Congrats on the job i guess... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 another USG pet nova I see. SOme things never change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Gatekeeper, I apologize for being so down on your good fortune initially. My personal experiences with the US military have been less than positive up until now, but if this is working for you, then I wish you the best of luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamer Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Quote:Originally posted by Long: another USG pet nova I see. SOme things never change And you have room to talk, how? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 [size:8]TAXES! Oh shit.Hey do any of you professionals drawing big bucks (yeah that probably does mean you elites) know a good tax lawyer or accountant? Someone familiar with nova situations, international law and U.S. tax crap? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamer Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Yes,I do, but she totally creeps you out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Well she's out then. I need help with my taxes not a floor show in hell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GateKeeper Posted March 8, 2005 Author Share Posted March 8, 2005 I look forward to chatting on here. Gives me something to do other than pour over maps and sat feeds. So what is cool to do in the Nova world that won't get me thrown in the tank at 0300? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preston Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Tarot, what is the nature of your financial problem? Do you need advice, legal assistance, or someone to recommend a good accounting firm for you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 GateKeeper, were are you allowed to go? Tarot, I know some people, though in your case, I would suggest going to see Count Orzaiz if you are really in a bad way. From the Spanish perspective, he knows just about everybody you would need to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Preston;I went from living on the streets to living on an expense account with way too much liquid cash to try explaining to humorless accountants. Much as I love living in Ibiza I don't want to lose my return option just yet though. Plus, having a chat with special force fuckers dropping by courtesy of the I.R.S. sux too. They never knock. At least they didn't last time.Jager;I can't go there for this. You don't really care why and I don't really want to explain it. Just not an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GateKeeper Posted March 9, 2005 Author Share Posted March 9, 2005 Quote:Originally posted by Jager: GateKeeper, were are you allowed to go? I have freedom of travel when not on duty but I am pretty much always on call at least until there are a few more with talents like mine to cover. I don't think my CO would like it if I came in drunk and out of juice after hopping around the world in a Nova Bar Crawl but I am still game for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Quote:Originally posted by GateKeeper:...but I am still game for it. Bruddah, you're on. Let me solve a little soul less paperwork first and then I will show you things you ain't never seen before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostwriter Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Quote:Originally posted by GateKeeper: I have freedom of travel when not on duty but I am pretty much always on call at least until there are a few more with talents like mine to cover. I don't think my CO would like it if I came in drunk and out of juice after hopping around the world in a Nova Bar Crawl but I am still game for it.And I thought working for the Project was bad... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemmy Chillmeister Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Quote:Originally posted by GateKeeper: Vince? I thought you had legally changed your name to Lemmy? Well either way it's good to meet you. Your music is a bit classic Novox these days but it's still pretty cool stuff. Fucking hell. It was a goddamn joke. Vince Clortho, the Keymaster. It's only a fucking classic for god's sake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GateKeeper Posted March 9, 2005 Author Share Posted March 9, 2005 Oh sorry! I had to look up that on the O.N. to see what that was. Funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 You are going to be fun to have around Gee. Lots to learn but that's cool too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edison Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 This is just grand...Here is this young kid, making 8 digits, here I am in all my glowing glory struggling in the low 5 figures.Ain't this just grand...Anybody wanna harvest my node for soma...I'm feeling it's being wasted at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose 'Moonshadow' O'Meara Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Laddie, swing by the Argus Agency. They could be usin' a shiner tae help look for folks, an' it's good pay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preston Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Mr. GateKeeper, I am glad to see another nova eager to serve his homeland. Welcome to the ranks of the erupted. If you are ever in Boston, let my buy you a meal at the resturant of your choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Mister GateKeeper?That's a little formal isn't it? I was planning on taking him out and getting Gerry to show him how to mix Ampwells later this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preston Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Mr. Tarot, I take it that you rent? If you do, review your lease agreement to see if the owner has retained entry rights. If he/she did not, then you should file a complaint at the United States consulate as soon as possible. The IRS hates to look bad.Off the fly, I can only offer you suggestions. First off, offer to settle before legal action ensues. It ends up saving both sides money and time. Follow that up with establishing yourself as a Not-for-Profit Charity organization. To do so quickly, you will need three recognized agencies to vouch for your status. I believe you will have good luck with the NEA due to your Chicago exhibit of The Other. I leave it up to your current artistic circle to find the other two agencies. Once you do this, find a reliable sort to run the charity for you (it can't be you). The charity can provide you with a stipend to live off of, a residence, a studio, and pay all of your legitimate travel expenses. Instead of paying you directly, your patrons can donate to your charity, which is usually tax deduct able, and your tax liability will be minimal.The most glaring problem with this option is that you are on a budget of sorts, the money you make for your efforts is not actually yours, and your home and place of business are not actually yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preston Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Quote:Originally posted by Tarot: Mister GateKeeper?That's a little formal isn't it? I was planning on taking him out and getting Gerry to show him how to mix Ampwells later this week. I do not really know the man, so I am attempting to be polite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billy Horrorshow Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 Two things: 1: Edison: I told you. Learn something about dramatic lighting and I've got a job for you. N!tv's all about having Nova Crew members. Hell, my sound guy can mute specific people im the audience. Makes my job easier. As I said before a light guy would be a nice addition to the team.2: So who's the Keymaster? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GateKeeper Posted March 10, 2005 Author Share Posted March 10, 2005 You guys love this joke don't you. Maybe the powers that be gave me this designation based on this joke and I just never picked up on it. Thank you for the words of praise Officer Preston. I have some family that live over in somerville off the Orange line. They have nothing but love and praise for you and you partner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billy Horrorshow Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 Hell, I'd say run with it. After SiniSTAR's case against Marvel, if a Nova ends up by coincidence showing powers and/or appearance of a Trademark character or whatever they can't do anything. Buying the name is another story. So feel free to turn into a Demon dog and/or Rick Moranis anytime.Still the name makes me think of the old horror film the Gatekeeper, but I've learned to keep the jokes simple. Though I did Lemmy's Vince thing, even if no one else got it. Everyone seems to remember Gozer and Zool, but poor Vince is left out in the rain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 The Slorg? Mr. StayPuff? What about them?What about,"Nimble little Minx" and "Yes, this man has no penis"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 I don't do commercial shit normally but I'm going to do you a favor, Gee. Been researching military logo stuff - Shit but these people need to hire out their art work - and shot a design down to Juanita to put on some black tee-shirts.The front has what I think is an acceptable military style logo and asince you never gave me the name of your club it says GATEKEEPER OPERATIONS.The back of the tee has a a soldier in full deploy rig (had one of my bud describe it to me since I don't know what the hell they look like) holding his goods and lounging against a huge vault door on which I've taken the liberty of forming the light and shadows to render feminine shapes. Underneath the illo (which is the abbreviation for 'illustration') I'm going to put a bold font type with the words; [size:6] [font:arial]"I got your keymaster right here. Bitch." Military guys always love this shit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GateKeeper Posted March 11, 2005 Author Share Posted March 11, 2005 Yeah that would be cool as hell! Do you want some compensation? I can't wear them while I am working but I would sure as shit pass them around to my buds and family! We are getting a new unit designation soon based off the operations of the facility. Someone mentioned SGC but I have no clue what they where talking about. I think I missed another joke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preston Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 StarGate CommandThe assumtion being you will either be designated SG-1, or StarGate-1.The reference is to a long running science fiction TV series based upon the movie "StarGate". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redback Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Gate Keeper, it is probably not the best thing to do if you can't get away with it but playing Matrix is certainly fun. Played Matrix on the M25 motorway the other day...not for long before national defenders turned up but it was fun till then, spoil sports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Played Matrix on the M25 motorway the other day... Nice spontaneous anarchy value, shame about the multiple vehicle pile-ups...Though I must confess that I was once personally responsible for changing the road signs at Spaghetti Junction. Caused the Utopian delegate trying to get to a conference discussing Nova Terrorism to go round in circles for a good two hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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