Do you have a SECRET Weapon? I do...

John 3rd · Post by **John 3rd** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 12:10 pm

Her name is Abbigail...

John 3rd · Post by **John 3rd** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 12:14 pm

Combat Results--due to her ppprrrrrfect advice--are closely watched!

Roger Neilson II · Post by **Roger Neilson II** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 12:15 pm

Mine, called Rosie, is I am sure a Japanese agent, she nudges the mouse at crucial moments and messes up my plans.

Roger

Knavey · Post by **Knavey** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 1:18 pm

Mine is called "Cat butt" and when it appears, I use a shot of compressed air to clear the area! The cat pretty much runs when I reach for the can.

Torplexed · Post by **Torplexed** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 1:41 pm

Which side is he rooting for? [;)]

Treetop64 · Post by **Treetop64** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 1:44 pm

ORIGINAL: John 3rd

Combat Results--due to her ppprrrrrfect advice--are closely watched!

What, does the old lady have you locked in the basement reading Clive Cussler novels?

Mundy · Post by **Mundy** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 2:02 pm

Mine simply stand sideways against the monitor and look at me.

Ed-

Torplexed · Post by **Torplexed** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 2:18 pm

Icedawg · Post by **Icedawg** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 2:26 pm

This thread is yet another reminder of why computer-based games are far superior to board versions.

I remember countless times as a teenager coming home from school and finding counters from various Avalon Hill and SPI games strewn all across the floor - 100s of hours played in vain due to some curious feline's antics. [:@]

Sardaukar · Post by **Sardaukar** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 2:27 pm

Well..those kitties are just...evil... [:D]

Canoerebel · Post by **Canoerebel** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 2:37 pm

This is what happens when you use a mouse....

This thread is the first time I have every seen a photo of John III, my former opponent. He is nothing like the mental image I had formed of him. In my mind's eye, John had long locks of wavy golden hair, dressed in spandex biker shorts, and resembled Barry Gibb....

No, wait! That's my image of Bradford Kay!

bradfordkay · Post by **bradfordkay** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 2:58 pm

Dan... no blonde hair here... my flowing locks are salt and pepper! And I only wear my cycling shorts while riding (or driving to and from a ride) - they aren't comfortable off the bike. And unfortunately I am told that I look like Mike Meyers...

BTW: this is just another example of the Kitty Anti-Literacy campaign going high tech!

John 3rd · Post by **John 3rd** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 3:15 pm

Even when I HAD hair, it was not wavy!

I've Posted pictures before of me and the family when we had a long-running thread about who we are and what we look like. Think the Southern Paddler has been drinking too many Mint Julips on the Porch of his Georgia home!

Could have a shot facing the back of the office where all my Histories are. Have been reading Clive Cussler ever since Raise the Titanic in the mid-70s. Have got everyone of his books in hardback. He is a guilty indulgence now. His works are located next to Larry Bond's and Tom Clancy's. It is a DUNGEON though. I retreat into my man cave to avoid the said MRS and sons. Doesn't work too well now but you know...

The doctored picture of Abbigail looking for Catalinas nearly made me spew! Well done!

John 3rd · Post by **John 3rd** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 3:22 pm

Icedawg is right about counters with the old games. Man I remember playing out a scenario of Flattop once and coming home to find that the cats had had a fight on the board and EVERYTHING was spread EVERYWHERE! Terrible...

bradfordkay · Post by **bradfordkay** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 3:26 pm

Avalon Hill's 1776 was the worst... combat occurred within the hex, so you'd have these huge stacks of counters that the cat just couldn't resist toppling. I had a cat named Joe Hooker who would sneak up, knock the stack flying and then take off at full speed in hopes of avoiding retribution...

Canoerebel · Post by **Canoerebel** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 3:38 pm

1776 was bad, but what about Terrible Swift Sword?!  One day, Heth's division was advancing to engage Buford.  My gerbil intervened and Heth straddled the Baltimore Pike.

drw61 · Post by **drw61** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 3:44 pm

I don't want to hijack this thread but seeing this reminded me of an email I received with the following. Enjoy Daryl

CAT DIARY

Day 983 of my captivity.

My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.
They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are
fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt
for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in
order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is
my dream of escape.

In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.

Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their
feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly
demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made
condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am.
Bastards!

They continue to pick me up and handle me, an obvious attempt to
subvert me.

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was
placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However,
I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my
confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn
what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one
of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking.
I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.

I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and
snitches.

The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released -- and
seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.

Tonight I will again lay on their heads while they sleep and hope to
smother them.

DOG DIARY

8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 PM - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
1:00 PM - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 PM - Ran back and forth in the hall! My favorite thing!
5:00 PM - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 PM - Got to play tug! My favorite thing!
8:00 PM - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 PM - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

John 3rd · Post by **John 3rd** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 3:44 pm

You had a cat named Joe Hooker? Man...I thought I was a GEEK!

Historiker · Post by **Historiker** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 4:03 pm

so funny drw! [:D]

Chickenboy · Post by **Chickenboy** » Sat Mar 31, 2012 4:20 pm

ORIGINAL: John 3rd

You had a cat named Joe Hooker? Man...I thought I was a GEEK!

Well, you are. Just because CR is one doesn't preclude the possibility of you both being inveterate dorkwads, John. [:'(]

ETA: My orange tabby-that passed away a few years ago-had matching sets of three orange stripes on each arm. He was also (at one point) the newest addition to our household, hence the FNG acronym. His name? Sergeant FiNG. Now THAT's a geek name for ya.

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