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Beta Request

Discussion in 'Fanfic Discussion' started by Xanatos, Aug 24, 2007.

  1. Xanatos

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    Anyone up for being a beta for me? I need someone to bounce ideas of for my fic. It would help if you knew something about Legacy of Kain, but not essential as it isn't a crossover.

    Cheers
     
  2. Lorelei of the Sea

    Lorelei of the Sea Unspeakable

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    Would you mind adding a link to the fic? I haven't read it and your profile doesn't link to your ff.net account.
     
  3. Xanatos

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  4. Mordecai

    Mordecai Drunken Scotsman –§ Prestigious §– DLP Supporter

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    Blackadder, you can't even type properly. What makes you think you would be a good beta? Do you even know the rules of grammar? Of spelling?
     
  5. Kai Shek

    Kai Shek Supreme Mugwump

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    He wasn't trying to be helpful and offer himself as a beta, he was hijacking the thread and trying to get one for himself.
     
  6. SmileOfTheKill

    SmileOfTheKill Magical Amber

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    I don't know why you think you even deserve a beta. You need to have something worth reading to have a beta.
     
  7. Xanatos

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    Any chance a mod could get rid of his post, I dont want that crap associated with my fic.
     
  8. Mordecai

    Mordecai Drunken Scotsman –§ Prestigious §– DLP Supporter

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    Apologies for the mistake, I only glance at his posts and try to adjust for shite grammar. That sometimes leads to misinterpretation.
     
  9. Xanatos

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    No need to say sorry, its quite alright.
     
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    I could beta for you, if you really need it. Two problems with that, though:

    1) I'm already beta'ing two other stories and unofficially beta'ing another so sometimes I won't be able to get to you as quickly as I'd like.

    2) As you can see by my above post and my earlier ones, I have a tendency to over use commas a bit. I'm a bit self-conscious about it, so I might not be as big of a punctuation nazi as you are hoping for.

    Reply or PM me if you decide I'm up to the task.
     
  11. Mordecai

    Mordecai Drunken Scotsman –§ Prestigious §– DLP Supporter

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    I don't mind betaing the odd chapter if you're at a loss for someone to do it. I'm not particularly fond of doing a regular job of it, but I don't object to doing the occassional favour for a subject...ahem I mean fellow Scot. ;)
     
  12. Andro

    Andro Master of Death DLP Supporter

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    That's pretty unbelievable... I can't tell if blackadder is serious or not.

    For what it's worth, I'd be willing to look over your chapters (Xanatos') if you'd like.
     
  13. Snarf

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    Ummm ... I'm sorry to say this Blackadder, but I was talking to Xanatos. I'd help you but for two things:

    1) Too many beta'ing jobs already

    2) Your story kind of sucks, mate. I'd do it, but that's far to much work trying to fix such a thing. Sorry, maybe if you work on your writing some more I'll try and help. If you want to, though, you can bounce ideas off me. That's all I can give out with my ... busy schedule. :D

    EDIT: Who ever that was, of course I am arrogant. I'm a god among men. Pft. All that was fact and I'm having trouble trying to keep up as it is with school starting.
     
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  14. deathinapinkboa

    deathinapinkboa Minister of Magic

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    Ban it, please.
     
  15. greensocks

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    I must agree. Ever since he joined the forum (this month) he's been nothing but a waste of space
     
  16. Kai Shek

    Kai Shek Supreme Mugwump

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    I stared at his reply for a few second before realizing that he was one hundred percent serious. He needs to be banned for a few more years, until he reaches puberty at least.
     
  17. Snarf

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    Am I the only one trying to be a bit nice to this guy?
     
  18. Mordecai

    Mordecai Drunken Scotsman –§ Prestigious §– DLP Supporter

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    He doesn't deserve nice man. He brings it all on himself.
     
  19. Kai Shek

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    Yes.

    This thread, and This thread, does not make me feel the need to stand up for the boy.

    As for the need for a beta... Im not a grammar or spelling whore, but I can usually find most mistakes. You can always send me a chapter before posting it, I'll happily proof read it for you.

    Goodluck to you.

    Need I write that this is to the 'creater' of the thread?
     
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  20. Dr. Strange Lulz

    Dr. Strange Lulz Denarii Host DLP Supporter

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    To be honest, Legacy of Kain has such a ridiculous storyline that I doubt anyone could do it justice with a crossover.

    It looks like you're making Harry out to be Raziel. But to understand what you're getting into (Either writing, or beta'ing) take a look at Raziel's backstory.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raziel_%28Legacy_of_Kain%29

    Nah mate, not a chance.
     
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