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The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2007 1:37 am
by StickWarrior
The sound of converse slapped on the street in a hypnotizing rhythm. Leaves crunched on the battered pavement and the smell of salt wafted through the air. This was Asbury Park but this was NOT its heyday.  The crowds have moved on, most to Ocean City or Wildwood.  The sky cast gray and seemed to convey a feeling of lost hope that permeated the husks of long since dead buildings.
“So, you ready man?â€

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2007 1:57 pm
by Scotty Rave
Great start, jumping right into the action there. It's rather well written and has a lot of potential, so don't make us wait too long for part two. By the way, that's a very creative gang name.  :D

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2007 3:38 pm
by StickWarrior
Thanks, I got the name from the Yardbirds though. I'm still working on part two but in the mean time, here's some pictures of Asbury Park.

This is the old casino building
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And this is the old carousel house I'm talking about.
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Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2007 5:59 pm
by StickWarrior
Alright, here's part two. If anyone isn't familar with Asbury Park I have notes at the end.

John was on the ground, his nose dripping blood. West stood over him, his foot raised to deliver a rib crushing kick. The five men leaning on the walls cheered him on.  “Get ‘em West, come on!â€

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2007 9:15 pm
by Cowboy Is Cool
Wow, this story is definitely good. I really like the name too, and it was cool how you jumped right into the action like that. Keep up the good work! :D

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 10:33 pm
by StickWarrior
Part Three! I know it's short.

After a long night of drinking and listening to music the Smokestack Lightning dispersed into the cool night air. It was about two ‘o clock in the morning and, as if it were possible, the streets looked even more desolate and empty.  A shiver ran up John’s spine, he pulled his jacket closer to himself.
“Hey, watch the new threads.â€

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Thu Nov 15, 2007 1:58 am
by Baby Bear
Yes this is a good story. Keep going. I haven't seen you right any stories in so long.

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:15 pm
by Scotty Rave
Fantastic job so far. The chapters are short, which is good when it's on the net when you consider that you can't just slip in a bookmark at the sentence you were on before. I like the way the plot is quickly picking up and it looks like things are getting intense. I can't wait to see more!  :D

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Fri Nov 16, 2007 7:42 pm
by StickWarrior
Part four, hope you enjoy

“Man, it’s the cops!â€

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Fri Nov 16, 2007 9:47 pm
by Scotty Rave
I loved the confrontation there, and I can't wait to see what John does.

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Sat Nov 17, 2007 8:24 pm
by StickWarrior
It was morning and the waves crashed on the beach for only the lonely to see. Seagulls flew in circles still hoping for careless tourists to leave something behind.  They were probably the most optimistic beings in Asbury Park.
John looked out over the scene while Cyclone walked up to him. “You were right, “he said, “The gas station was empty. I siphoned out some gas for ‘ya.â€

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2007 3:17 am
by Scotty Rave
Holy smeg...a tampon-bomb?! That's genius!  :badgrin: You're a madman after my own heart!

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2007 8:13 pm
by StickWarrior
Sorry about the length of this one, I know it's short
Cyclone walked up to Tilly. It was about eleven ‘o clock that night.
“Tilly, this kid John. He’s gonna do something you’re gonna like tonight.â€

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Thu Nov 22, 2007 2:49 am
by Baby Bear
Its good. Im surprised by that tampon bomb. I never seen that kind of thing before and yeah its unique and creative. No flaws in your story keep goin'.

Re: The Smokestack Lightning

Posted: Fri Nov 23, 2007 3:12 am
by Scotty Rave
Great new chapter. Seems that John's position in the gang is solidified, and the tampon bomb was a really creative stroke there. Hope to see more soon.