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Ghostbusters Team:

Dr. Peter Venkman (Bill Murray) - The wisecracking, charismatic leader of the Ghostbusters.

Dr. Raymond "Ray" Stantz (Dan Aykroyd) - The enthusiastic scientist and co-founder of the Ghostbusters.

Dr. Winston Zeddemore (Ernie Hudson) - The pragmatic and level-headed member of the team.

Janine Melnitz (Annie Potts) - The no-nonsense receptionist of the Ghostbusters.

Callie Spengler (Carrie Coon) - The daughter of the late Dr. Egon Spengler, Phoebe and Trevor’s Mom and Gary Grooberson’s wife.

Gary Grooberson (Paul Rudd) - A member of the Ghostbusters team, Phoebe and Trevor’s step-dad and Callie Spengler’s husband.

Lars Pinfield (James Acaster) - A quirky and eccentric equipment and gadget maker of the team.

Trevor Spengler (Finn Wolfhard) - The grandson of Dr. Egon Spengler.

Phoebe Spengler (Mckenna Grace) - The granddaughter of Dr. Egon Spengler, a young genius and Ghostbuster.

Podcast (Logan Kim) - Phoebe’s best friend and podcaster who aids the Ghostbusters.

Lucky Domingo (Celeste O'Connor) - Trevor's girlfriend and a member of the Ghostbusters team.

Coven of Witches:

Agatha (Christina Ricci) - The powerful leader of the coven of witches who accidentally conjures up Krampus using a spell book she purchased at Ray’s Occult Book Store, which her copy contains a false page. She along with Theodora and Selena help the Ghostbusters save Morgana from Krampus’ clutches and end Krampus once and for all.

Theodora (Gaby Hoffmann) - A skeptical witch in the coven who doubts the Ghostbusters' abilities. She soon warms to the Ghostbusters and helps them defeat Krampus.

Morgana (Aubrey Plaza) - A mischievous witch who enjoys causing havoc with her powers. She is soon forced against her will to aid Krampus in his nefarious plot.

Selena (Kelly Rowland) - A compassionate witch in the coven. She’s the peacemaker. If their is any in fighting between Agatha and Theodora, she is the one who defuses the tension.

Antagonist:

Krampus (Christoph Waltz) - A malevolent entity known for punishing naughty children during Christmas. Krampus, now free, begins wreaking havoc and causing chaos in the city.

Returning Character:

Louis Tully (Rick Moranis) - The quirky former client-turned-friend of the Ghostbusters.

It's Christmastime and the entire city of New York is decorated for the holiday season. However the citizens of this city seem to be losing the Christmas spirit. The tinkling of the bell above the door pierced the quiet solitude of Ray's Occult Books, sending a shiver down the dust-covered spines of ancient tomes and disturbing the slumber of forgotten arcane secrets. In strode four figures, silhouetted by the festive lights outside, their laughter and chatter a stark contrast to the somber hush that usually reigned within. As they approached the counter, their eyes alight with curiosity and mischief, Dr. Raymond Stantz looked up from his ledger, his heart skipping a beat. Agatha, the charismatic leader of the quartet, her raven hair cascading over her crimson coat, caught his gaze and offered a coy smile. The air grew electric with an unspoken challenge as she announced, "Ray, we're in need of something… special." Theodora, Morgana, and Selena flanked her, their individual auras of power and beauty enveloping the store in a warm embrace. It was clear that tonight was not going to be an ordinary closing time.

With trembling hands, Ray reached beneath the counter and produced a tome that had not seen the light of day in many years. Its leather cover was worn, adorned with intricate gold embossing that whispered of arcane wisdom. The title, "The Grimoire of the Forgotten Spirits," shimmered faintly under the flickering candlelight. He presented it to Agatha with a mix of reverence and caution. "This," he said, his voice hushed, "is what you're looking for. But beware, the spells within are not for the faint of heart. They are ancient, powerful, and may come with consequences if used improperly." Agatha's smile grew wider as she took the book, her eyes gleaming with excitement. The coven exchanged knowing glances, their anticipation palpable as they leaned in closer to examine the grimoire's contents. The air in the shop grew thick with the scent of magic and the promise of a Christmas Eve that would be anything but silent night.

The four witches, with the Grimoire open at its center, gathered in the heart of Central Park, their breaths misting in the cold winter air. They formed a tight circle, their boots crunching on the frost-covered grass as they sat cross-legged, each clutching a candle that cast eerie shadows across their faces. The moon, a waxing gibbous in the sky, cast a silver glow over the cityscape, which seemed to have dimmed in comparison to the radiant power building within their sacred space. The pages of the ancient spellbook fluttered as Agatha, with a dramatic flourish, began to recite the incantation they had selected. The words were ancient and unfamiliar, resonating with a power that seemed to hum in harmony with the very earth beneath them. Theodora, Morgana, and Selena joined in, their voices weaving together to form a mesmerizing chant that echoed through the park. The air grew colder, and the very essence of the city quivered as their combined magic reached out, searching for the frayed threads of Christmas spirit.

Agatha's eyes widened as she stumbled upon the "Evocation" page, its title scrawled in a language that seemed to dance before her eyes. Without a second thought, she pointed at the incantation and whispered to her sisters, "This is it." Theodora, Morgana, and Selena nodded in unison, their own excitement brimming. They took a collective deep breath and began to recite the ancient words, their voices rising in a crescendo that seemed to resonate with the very fabric of the night. The candles flickered and then were abruptly extinguished by a cold wind that swirled into existence, sending their hair whipping around their faces. The earth beneath them stirred, a gentle tremor that grew into a quake, the ground shaking with an intensity that sent shockwaves through the city streets. Trees swayed, and the distant sound of car alarms pierced the night as the buildings around them swayed in rhythm with their chant. The witches clutched each other's hands tighter, their eyes locked on the grimoire as the incantation grew more urgent, their hearts racing with the power surging through them. The city's Christmas lights flickered and dimmed, as if bowing to the resurgence of ancient magic that now held dominion over the park. The very air crackled with energy, and the spirits of the forgotten were drawn to the epicenter of their call, sensing the shift in the balance of the worlds.

As the incantation reached its climax, a deep, guttural growl reverberated through the trembling ground, sending a shiver of fear down the spines of the witches. The earth before them split open, revealing a chasm of shadow and malice. From the abyss, a monstrous figure began to rise, its twisted horns and fur-covered body silhouetted against the moonlit sky. Krampus, the Christmas demon, emerged from the depths with a thunderous roar, his eyes gleaming with malevolence. The witches' laughter turned to gasps as they stared at the terrifying creature before them, realizing too late the gravity of their summoning. The once festive atmosphere of the park was now suffused with a palpable dread, the air thick with the scent of fear and the stench of the netherworld.

Panic gripped the witches as Krampus fully emerged, his massive form casting a dark shadow over the trembling ground. The city's energy pulsed around him, the very essence of lost Christmas spirits fueling his monstrous presence. Agatha, her initial bravado forgotten, clutched the Grimoire to her chest and whispered to her sisters, "We've made a mistake. We need to reverse this!" Theodora's eyes darted around, searching for an escape, while Morgana and Selena clung to each other, their faces pale with terror. In a moment of desperation, Agatha recalled the legendary Ghostbusters, the city's unsung heroes known for handling the most unusual and supernatural of situations.

The city's emergency lines were ablaze with reports of the tremors and strange occurrences in Central Park. At the Ghostbusters' headquarters, the sirens blared to life as Janine Melnitz, the unflappable receptionist, relayed the urgent messages to Dr. Peter Venkman, who was busy wrapping Christmas gifts for his colleagues. With a dramatic sigh, he tossed aside the tinsel. "Looks like we've got ourselves a case," he quipped, the twinkle in his eye betraying his excitement. Dr. Winston Zeddemore, ever the voice of reason, calmly checked their gear while Callie Spengler, her father's scientific legacy pulsing through her veins, reviewed the spectral readings with a furrowed brow. Meanwhile, her husband, Gary Grooberson, and their kids, Trevor and Phoebe, eagerly prepared to join the fray, their curiosity piqued by the chaos. Podcast, with his ever-ready recorder, and Lucky Domingo, Trevor's girlfriend, tagged along, eager to capture the night's events for posterity.

Theodora's gaze remained fixed on the horrifying creature that loomed before them, her heart pounding in her chest. She couldn't shake the feeling that they had bitten off more than they could chew with this incantation. "Agatha," she murmured, her voice quaking, "what if the Ghostbusters aren't enough? What if we've unleashed something that even they can't handle?" Agatha shot her a glare, the panic in her eyes belying her attempt at confidence. "They've faced worse, Theo. They're the best at what they do!" The argument grew heated, the tension between the two threatening to shatter the fragile unity of the coven. But Selena, ever the peacemaker, placed a gentle hand on each of their shoulders. "We have to trust in our allies and ourselves," she soothed, her voice steady despite the fear that lapped at her own core. "We're in this together, and together we'll find a way to set things right." The moment of discord passed as the witches felt a renewed surge of determination, drawing strength from their bond. They turned their collective attention back to the grimoire, searching frantically for a spell of banishment as the ground continued to tremble beneath Krampus's heavy steps.

At the Ghostbusters headquarters, the four witches stood before the entire team, their faces a mix of excitement and trepidation as they recounted their ill-fated summoning. The room buzzed with energy, the air thick with the scent of ectoplasm and the hum of high-tech gadgets. Peter, Winston, Callie, and their young companions listened intently, their expressions a blend of skepticism and growing concern. "Krampus?" Peter echoed, stroking his chin. "I think we might have missed that one in our supernatural studies." Winston nodded gravely, his eyes scanning the grimoire with the same scrutiny he reserved for his ghost traps. Callie's fingers flew across her computer, pulling up every scrap of information she could find on the creature. Meanwhile, the kids, Trevor and Phoebe, watched with rapt attention, their eyes wide with wonder and a touch of fear. The witches' story grew more urgent as they described the demon's terrifying emergence in Central Park, and the Ghostbusters exchanged knowing glances. It was clear that the fate of the city's Christmas spirit rested in their hands. "Alright," Peter declared, slapping his hands together. "We've faced everything from Free-roaming vaporous phantasms to the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man. A little Christmas demon isn't going to ruin our holiday cheer."

Agatha, her cheeks flushed with urgency, handed the grimoire back to Ray, her finger trembling as it pointed to the page titled "Evocation." The room grew quiet as she spoke. "This is the spell we were reciting that sent Krampus to earth!" But as Ray took the book, his eyes widened with disbelief. "This… this page," he stuttered, "it's not supposed to be here." He pulled out his own well-worn copy of the grimoire from the shelf behind the counter, and flipped to the same spot, revealing a page titled "Protection Against Dark Entities." The room fell silent as the gravity of the situation settled upon them. "But how?" Agatha gasped, her voice barely above a whisper. "Someone, or something, has altered the very fabric of the book itself."

Theodora, her eyes darting from the page to her friends, suggested nervously, "Maybe it's just an error in the printing?" But Ray's expression grew grave as he shook his head. "If it were a mistake, we'd be seeing these kinds of disturbances across the country. Every copy would be triggering the same events. But no," he said, his voice tight with tension, "this is unique. This is personal." The room grew quieter still, the realization sinking in that they had been led into a trap, one that had been meticulously set and baited with the very spirit of the season they sought to revive. The coven's eyes met, a silent understanding passing between them. They had not only summoned a creature of legend, but had also become pawns in a much larger, more sinister game.

Theodora rolled her eyes at Agatha's accusation, her voice tinged with irritation. "You think we're just pawns? That's ridiculous!" she exclaimed. "We're powerful witches, capable of handling this ourselves!" Agatha shot back, equally as frustrated. "You think we should just wing it? This is Krampus we're dealing with!" Their voices grew louder, the tension between them thickening the air until it was almost tangible. Morgana, tired of the squabbling, pushed herself to her feet. "I can't do this," she murmured, her eyes darting from one friend to the next. "I need to think." Without another word, she turned on her heel and strode out of the firehouse. The remaining three witches watched her go, their expressions a mix of shock and guilt. The silence that followed was as heavy as the weight of their mistake. They knew that they needed to put aside their differences and focus on the task at hand, for the sake of the city they loved and the spirit of Christmas itself. But as they turned back to the grimoire, the daunting reality of what they had unleashed loomed larger than ever.

Morgana's solitary figure was swallowed by the shadows of the deserted street as the argument in the firehouse grew distant. Lost in thought, she barely noticed the icy wind that had picked up. The ground trembled again, and from the corner of her eye, she caught a glimpse of a fur-covered, horned monstrosity stomping towards her. Panic set in as she recognized Krampus, the creature they had inadvertently summoned. He grabbed her with a bone-crushing grip, his eyes gleaming with a cunning that belied his fearsome exterior. "You shall be my conduit," he rumbled, his breath reeking of the netherworld. "Together, we shall orchestrate a Christmas so terrible, the city will never forget!" Morgana struggled, her eyes flashing with defiance. "Never!" she spat. But Krampus only chuckled, a sound that sent shivers down her spine. "Oh, you will," he said, his tone low and menacing. "This is not a request." And with that, he vanished into the night, pulling her with him into the shadowy realm from which he had come.

As the tremors subsided, the Ghostbusters received a barrage of panic-stricken calls reporting the sudden paranormal uprisings. On one end of the line, the frantic manager of Radio City Music Hall begged for their assistance, describing a scene of ethereal chaos amidst the twinkling lights and festive cheer of the Christmas Spectacular. On the other, the high-pitched wails of children pierced the airwaves as the once-beloved toys of F.A.O Schwarz had turned menacing, bringing the bustling store to a standstill. The team exchanged a grim look, recognizing the unmistakable handiwork of Krampus. The candy-colored façade of their Christmas was cracking, revealing the darker heart of the holiday lore they had so carelessly poked.

The Ghostbusters made their decision swiftly, their seasoned instincts honed by years of battling the supernatural. "Ray, Winston, and I will head to Radio City," Peter announced, his voice firm and decisive. "Callie, Trevor, Phoebe, Podcast, Gary, Lucky, hit F.A.O Schwarz. We've got to keep this demon's influence contained before it spreads any further." The groups nodded in grim agreement, the gravity of the situation etched into their faces. They knew that this was no ordinary ghostbusting gig; they were dealing with a force that threatened the very fabric of the city's holiday spirit.

With a roar of the engine, the ECTO-1 streaked through the Christmas-lit streets of New York, carrying Peter, Ray, and Winston to the beleaguered Radio City Music Hall. The iconic marquee flickered ominously as spectral figures danced around the Rockettes, whose graceful movements had turned erratic and terrifying. Meanwhile, the ECTO-Z, a sleek black Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, sped towards the enchanted chaos engulfing F.A.O Schwarz. Inside, Callie, Trevor, Gary, Phoebe, Lucky, and Podcast could feel the very air crackling with malevolent energy. The once-joyful toys had transformed into an army of nightmares, their eyes glowing with an unearthly light as they marched through the aisles, turning the toy wonderland into a twisted playground of horror. As the two teams approached their respective battlegrounds, the gravity of the situation weighed heavy on their hearts. This was not just a fight for the city's Christmas spirit, but for the very soul of the season itself.

As Peter, Ray, and Winston stormed into Radio City Music Hall, they were met with a bizarre and unsettling sight. The Rockettes, known for their high kicks and synchronized routines, were now in a frenzied dance, their movements jerked and contorted by the mischievous spirits that had taken hold of them. The Ghostbusters quickly identified the culprits as a group of perverted poltergeists, their spectral forms leering from the shadows. These low-level troublemakers were feeding off the fear and chaos they had created, but they were no match for the seasoned professionals. Peter cracked a smirk. "Looks like we've got some holiday hecklers," he quipped as they raised their proton packs in unison, ready to restore order to the iconic stage. The poltergeists jeered and taunted, their ghostly laughter echoing through the hall, but the Ghostbusters remained unfazed. This was a game they knew well, and they were about to show the spirits of Christmas past just how New York rolled.

At F.A.O. Schwarz, the once-innocent playthings had morphed into a terrifying spectacle, their eyes aglow with malicious intent. Callie, Trevor, and their companions stepped into the fray, the aisles now a battleground of discord. A giant teddy bear, once a symbol of comfort, barreled towards them, its mechanical joints squeaking in an unnatural symphony of rage. The Ghostbusters' gear glinted in the neon lights as they sprang into action, trapping the rogue toys one by one. The air was thick with the sound of shattering glass and the cries of panic-stricken shoppers. Phoebe's quick thinking and scientific prowess proved invaluable as she identified the toys' weak spots, allowing the team to neutralize the possessed playthings swiftly. Meanwhile, Podcast and Lucky captured the chaos on film, their cameras flashing in a stark contrast to the shadowy figures that flitted through the store. Yet, amidst the turmoil, they all felt a growing sense of unease, as if the true power behind the chaos had yet to reveal itself. The spirit of Christmas was indeed fighting back, but it was clear that Krampus's influence was more than a simple haunting—it was a declaration of war on the very essence of the holiday.

In the heart of the chaos at F.A.O Schwarz, a rogue nutcracker toy, now an embodiment of Krampus's wrath, lunged at the unsuspecting team. With a feral snarl, it swiped at Grooberson, sending him crashing to the ground. The impact was jarring, the floor cold and unforgiving beneath him. As he lay there, momentarily stunned, the nutcracker loomed over him, its eyes burning with a hellish light. The air grew colder, the sound of its mechanical jaws clacking together echoing through the battle-scarred aisles. However, Trevor, who had been watching from the sidelines, had seen the attack coming. With a fierce shout, he leaped into action, his proton pack humming to life. The beam of energy shot out, colliding with the nutcracker and sending it reeling back. Grooberson looked up at his son, his chest tightening with a mix of pride and fear. The boy had become a man, a Ghostbuster, and in that moment, the spirit of Christmas seemed to shine a little brighter in the face of the dark forces they faced. With renewed determination, he climbed to his feet, dusting himself off, ready to rejoin the fight to save the holiday from the clutches of the malevolent Christmas demon.

Phoebe and Podcast found themselves backed against a shelf, surrounded by a horde of possessed action figures that had come to life, their plastic limbs moving with eerie fluidity. The toys, once the heroes of countless children's imaginations, now bore the twisted grins of Krampus's minions. The action figures swarmed around them, their tiny hands grasping and reaching, their eyes gleaming with malicious intent. "Phoebe, we need to get out of here!" Podcast shouted over the cacophony of snarling plastic. But Phoebe, her eyes alight with the same determination that had fueled her grandfather's legacy, had an idea. She rummaged through her pocket and pulled out a small device, something she had been tinkering with in her free time. "I think I can disrupt their energy patterns," she exclaimed, her voice steady despite the fear that clutched at her heart. With a flick of her wrist, she activated the gadget, and a pulse of energy surged through the aisles. The action figures froze for a brief instant, and then, as one, they exploded into a shower of plastic shrapnel. The air was thick with the scent of burning electronics and the echoes of their final, unearthly shrieks.

Back at Radio City Music Hall, the battle against the poltergeists had escalated. The Ghostbusters' proton streams crisscrossed the grand stage, illuminating the terrified faces of the trapped Rockettes as they danced under the spirits' control. The air was charged with the electric crackle of spectral energy, and the once-festive decorations swung wildly from the ceiling, adding to the chaotic scene. Despite their best efforts, the poltergeists remained elusive, their laughter echoing through the cavernous theater. Winston, ever the pragmatist, suggested they regroup and formulate a new strategy.

"Fellas, I've got an idea," Winston said, his voice low and intense. "We can use one of the Rockettes as bait to draw out the poltergeists. They're obviously feeding off the fear and chaos here. If we can get one to come out in the open, we might stand a chance."

Ray nodded, understanding the gravity of the situation. "Alright, let's do it," he said, his eyes scanning the terrified dancers for a suitable candidate. "But we need to be gentle, we don't want to cause any more trauma than we have to."

Ray, his eyes alight with a newfound determination, turned to Peter. "I know exactly what to do," he murmured, and with that, he approached one of the Rockettes who had managed to break free from the spectral dance. She was trembling, her eyes wide with fear. "Ma'am," he began, his voice soothing, "we need your help. Can you trust us?"

The Rockette looked at him, hope flickering in her eyes. "I… I'll do anything," she stuttered.

With a gentle nod, Peter took her hand. "Good," he said with a reassuring smile. "Now, when we say 'now,' you're going to run out onto the stage and do your best impression of a distressed damsel in need of saving." He winked at her, and she managed a small smile in return. "Ready?"

The Rockette took a deep breath and nodded. The moment Peter gave the signal, she sprinted onto the stage, her cries for help echoing through the theater. The poltergeists, unable to resist the temptation, swarmed towards her, their spectral forms becoming more tangible with every step she took. As they converged, the Ghostbusters pounced, trapping the malevolent spirits one by one with their proton streams. The Rockettes, now freed from their spectral captors, watched in awe as the Ghostbusters restored order to the grand stage, their movements a blur of lights and energy.

The Ghostbusters' proton streams converged, trapping the poltergeists in a swirling maelstrom of spectral energy. The dancers watched in amazement as the malevolent spirits were drawn into the containment device, their laughter fading to whimpers as the light of the city's holiday spirit began to dim their power. With a triumphant shout, Peter slapped the trap shut, sealing away the last of the troublemakers.

The ground beneath the Ghostbusters' feet trembled violently as the shadows grew darker and more ominous. The laughter of the poltergeists was suddenly dwarfed by a deafening roar that seemed to shake the very foundations of the Music Hall. The massive form of Krampus emerged from the shadows, his fur bristling and eyes burning with malevolence. He loomed over Peter, Ray, and Winston, a twisted grin spreading across his monstrous visage. "You dare to interfere with my revelry?" he bellowed, his voice shaking the chandeliers above. The Ghostbusters, though experienced in the face of the supernatural, could not help but feel a shiver of fear run down their spines. This was not a creature they had encountered in their textbooks or in their nightmares. This was the embodiment of forgotten Christmas terrors, and he had come to claim the city's lost spirit for his own. Peter, ever the charmer, tried to reason with the beast. "Look, buddy," he began, his voice steady despite his racing heart, "It's Christmas Eve, why don't we just call it a night, huh? Maybe we can work out some kind of deal." But Krampus was not interested in deals. His eyes narrowed, and with a flick of his wrist, he sent a blast of icy energy hurtling towards the trio. They're knocked off their feet.

At F.A.O. Schwarz, the chaos reached a fever pitch as the Ghostbusters continued to combat the possessed toys. In the midst of the frenzied search for the source of the disturbance, they stumbled upon a scene that chilled them to the core. Morgana, the fourth member of the coven they had believed to be their ally, was standing at the center of the destruction, her eyes glowing with a sinister light. She held the grimoire high, its pages fluttering with a dark power that seemed to have consumed her. The once-peaceful witch had become a conduit for Krampus, her voice now a chilling echo of his malicious intent. "You fools," she cackled, "you played right into our hands!" The realization hit them like a punch to the gut. One of their own had been the architect of this terrifying plot, and now they faced not only the wrath of a vengeful demon but also the betrayal of a trusted friend. The air grew colder, the shadows darker, as Krampus's influence over Morgana grew stronger.

Phoebe, her voice trembling with a mix of fear and anger, stepped forward, her grip tightening around her proton wand. "Morgana, what have you done?" she demanded. But Morgana, her eyes gleaming with an unnerving delight, merely cackled in response. "It's all just a bit of fun, darling," she cooed, the grimoire in her hand pulsing with a dark energy that seemed to be consuming her from within. "Krampus promised me power beyond our wildest dreams, and what's a little chaos if it brings us closer to our hearts' desires?"

Back at Radio City Music Hall, Krampus leaned in close to Peter, Ray, and Winston, his hot breath reeking of ancient malice. "Your interference is noted," he sneered, his grin growing wider. "But fear not, for I am merely the herald of what is to come. The spirit of Christmas is mine to claim!" With a final, chilling laugh, the demon vanished in a puff of smoke, leaving the Ghostbusters to wonder if they had truly seen the last of him. The tremors ceased, and the shadows retreated, allowing the trio to catch their breath. As they shared a concerned look, the weight of their encounter settled upon them. They knew that the real battle was far from over; they had merely bought themselves some time. The city's Christmas spirit was still in peril, and the fate of New York's holiday cheer rested in their capable, if slightly trembling, hands. With renewed resolve, they gathered their gear and headed back to the ECTO-1, the sirens wailing in the night as they sped towards headquarters.

Morgana, her eyes alight with dark glee, turned to the stunned group of Ghostbusters and allies. "You see," she began, her voice dripping with malice, "this Christmas chaos is merely the beginning. Krampus and I will strip the city bare of its holiday spirit, leaving only fear and despair in our wake!" Her cackle filled the air as she held the grimoire aloft, its pages fluttering with a sinister life of their own. "Together, we shall reign over the ruins of your cherished traditions!" she declared. Callie stepped forward, her eyes narrowed with determination. "You're not going anywhere, Morgana," she said firmly. But before anyone could react, Morgana vanished in a swirl of shadow and mist, the grimoire clutched tightly to her chest. The silence that followed was filled with a palpable sense of betrayal and urgency. The Ghostbusters knew they had to move fast to stop her and the demon she had summoned. The battle was far from over, and the fate of the city's Christmas spirit hung in the balance.

The Ghostbusters, weary from their battle at Radio City Music Hall and F.A.O. Schwarz, returned to their headquarters, the weight of their encounter with Krampus heavy on their shoulders. Agatha, Theodora, and Selena, who had been waiting anxiously, looked up as Peter, Ray, and Winston entered, their expressions grim. Callie stepped forward, her voice tight with tension. "We found Morgana," she began, her gaze shifting to the three remaining witches. "But it's not good news." The room grew still as she recounted their discovery at F.A.O Schwarz, her words dropping like a lead weight. The color drained from Agatha's face, while Theodora's eyes widened in horror. Selena's hand flew to her mouth, stifling a gasp. "What do you mean?" she choked out. Peter took a deep breath, his eyes dark with the gravity of their situation. "Morgana's been working with Krampus," he revealed. "We need to find her before it's too late." The witches stared at each other in disbelief, the fabric of their friendship torn by the revelation of Morgana's treachery.

Selena's voice, usually soothing and calm, was now a whipcrack of accusation. "This is why she left us," she spat out, glaring at Agatha and Theodora. "Because you two couldn't stop bickering long enough to realize we're in this together!" The tension in the room spiked as the two rival witches faced Selena's wrath. Agatha opened her mouth to retort, but Theodora's hand on her arm silenced her. The truth in Selena's words hung in the air like a noose, tightening around their necks. They had allowed their personal grievances to cloud their judgment, and now Morgana had paid the ultimate price, falling prey to Krampus's manipulation. Theodora's shoulders slumped, her bravado shattered. "You're right," she murmured, her voice thick with regret. "We need to come together, now more than ever." Agatha nodded, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. "We'll find her," she vowed. "And we'll save her from this… this monster."

As the Ghostbusters and the coven of witches stood in stunned silence, the door to the headquarters swung open with a creak that seemed to echo the weight of their failure. In stumbled a disheveled figure, his eyes wide with excitement and his cheeks flushed with the cold. "I-I heard you might need a little help," he stammered, his voice unmistakable. It was none other than their former client, Louis Tully, his accountant's glasses askew and his hair standing on end. The room looked at him with a mix of surprise and desperation.

Ray stared at the unexpected arrival, his eyes wide with astonishment. "Louis?" he questioned, his voice filled with a mix of disbelief and hope. "What on earth are you doing here?"

"I got your email, Peter's email, I mean," Louis panted, his eyes darting around the room as if searching for his old friend. "He said you guys were in a real pickle, something about a Christmas demon and missing spirits. And, well, I figured, if anyone knows a thing or two about weird stuff, it's me!" He paused, a hopeful smile playing on his lips. The room remained silent for a beat before Peter stepped forward, extending a hand to help the accountant-turned-paranormal enthusiast to his feet. "Thanks for coming, Louis," he said, his smile genuine. "We could use all the help we can get."

Louis, his eyes alight with excitement, cleared his throat and began to regale the group with the legend of Krampus. "You see," he explained, his voice filled with a newfound confidence, "Krampus is the shadow to Saint Nick's light, the ancient Alpine creature who, instead of giving gifts, would punish the naughty children during the Christmas season. With the city's Christmas spirit waning, he saw an opportunity to gain power and wreak havoc. It's said that if one evokes him without pure intentions, they're doomed to become his pawn, part of his twisted game to spread fear and despair." The witches exchanged guilty glances, the gravity of their mistake settling heavily upon them. They had been duped by the very creature they sought to banish, and now Morgana was lost to his clutches.

Theodora's eyes narrowed as the pieces of the puzzle clicked into place. "It was Krampus," she murmured, her voice barely audible. "He's the one who altered the grimoire, using us to set all this in motion."

Ray nodded solemnly as the gravity of the situation sank in. "You're right" he murmured. "We've got to put aside our differences and work together if we're going to save Morgana and the Christmas spirit of New York." He turned to Agatha, Theodora, and Selena, his eyes searching theirs for the spark of unity they would need to conquer this ancient evil. "The spell to banish Krampus requires the power of all four of you," he explained, his voice firm with resolve. "But with Morgana under his control, we're going to have to be smart and cunning." The witches looked at each other, their fear momentarily giving way to a shared determination. They knew that the fate of the city's Christmas cheer rested upon their shoulders, and they couldn't let their personal grief and anger stand in the way of their duty.

Phoebe, her mind racing with the information they had gathered, spoke up with an uncharacteristic urgency. "Guys, I think I know where Krampus will go next," she said, her eyes alight with a newfound sense of purpose. "It's got to be Rockefeller Center. It's the heart of the city's Christmas spirit, with the giant tree and the ice rink. It's where the magic is strongest!" The others looked at her, hope flickering in their eyes. "Rockefeller Center," Peter repeated, nodding slowly. "Makes sense. It's where the purest of holiday joy converges." The Ghostbusters and the witches exchanged determined glances. They had a location and a plan, fraught with danger and the need for unity.

At Rockefeller Plaza, the air was charged with a mix of anticipation and dread as the gigantic Christmas tree loomed over the ice rink, its lights casting a warm glow that seemed to mock the darkness that was about to unfold. Krampus, his fur standing on end, stood atop the skating rink, his twisted horns scraping the low-hanging clouds as he surveyed the bustling crowd below. Morgana, now a twisted reflection of her former self, floated by his side, the grimoire clutched to her chest, its pages fluttering with malicious intent. The once-festive atmosphere grew taut as a bowstring as the two nefarious beings began to chant in an ancient tongue, their voices resonating through the air like a discordant carol. The ice beneath their feet cracked and split, revealing the abyss that had birthed Krampus's malevolent form. The crowd's laughter turned to screams as the very ground trembled, the city's Christmas spirit visibly waning with each foul syllable they uttered.

The sleek ECTO-1 screeched to a halt at the edge of Rockefeller Plaza, its sirens silenced to avoid alerting the terrified crowds. Peter, Ray, and Winston climbed out, their proton packs glowing with a reassuring hum. Meanwhile, the ECTO-Z, the sleek black Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, pulled up alongside, its doors sliding open to reveal an equally determined group. Gary, Trevor, Phoebe, Podcast, Lucky, Agatha, Theodora, and Selena stepped out, their eyes locked on the terrifying spectacle unfolding before them. The Ghostbusters' gear gleaming in the soft light of the Christmas tree. The two groups converged, their collective resolve a beacon of hope in the face of the shadow that had descended upon the city.

Krampus tells Morgana to welcome our guests. Morgana, her eyes now glowing with a sinister light that mirrored Krampus's own, turned to the approaching heroes with a malicious smile. "Welcome, Ghostbusters," she crooned, her voice a chilling parody of its former warmth. "I've prepared a little… greeting for you." With a flick of her wrist, she sent a wave of dark energy towards the iconic SAKS Fifth Avenue storefront. The stunning holiday displays, once a delight to the eyes of passersby, twisted and contorted into grotesque, animate forms. The once-whimsical nutcrackers grew teeth and claws, while the elegant mannequins donned the guise of malevolent soldiers. The window glass shattered, sending a spray of glittering shards into the night as the enchanted figures spilled out onto the sidewalk, their movements jerky and unnatural. The Ghostbusters braced themselves, their proton packs at the ready as the inanimate creations of Christmas cheer transformed into a nightmarish army at their command. The battle for the soul of New York City's Christmas had just begun, and it would not be won easily.

As the Ghostbusters engaged the twisted army of Christmas horrors, Agatha, Theodora, and Selena approached the rink, their hearts heavy with the weight of their friend's betrayal. "Morgana," Agatha called out, her voice cracking with emotion. "Please, come back to us. We need you." Theodora and Selena echoed her plea, their eyes filled with tears. But Morgana, lost to Krampus's influence, sneered in response. "You're too late," she cackled, raising the grimoire. With a flick of her wrist, she cast a spell at the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. The towering evergreen, a symbol of joy and unity, twisted and writhed, its branches stretching out like the arms of a monstrous creature. The lights flickered with a malevolent energy, and with a deafening crack, the tree erupted into a towering, angry giant, its eyes aglow with a fiery malice. The coven watched in horror as their beloved friend became their most formidable enemy yet, the grimoire in her grasp fueling the tree's monstrous transformation.

Agatha's voice cracked with raw emotion as she stepped forward, her eyes never leaving Morgana's twisted form. "Morgana," she pleaded, her voice trembling, "please, I'm so sorry for everything. For the fights, for the jealousy, for not being there when you needed me." Tears streamed down her cheeks, glittering in the malevolent light of the transformed Christmas tree. "You're like a sister to me, and I can't bear to see you like this." She reached out a trembling hand. "Please, come back to us. We need you. We love you." Theodora and Selena, their own eyes brimming with unshed tears, added their voices to Agatha's, their hearts aching for their lost friend. "We're in this together," Selena whispered, her voice a prayer. "We're your family." The air grew thick with the power of their collective love and desperation, a beacon of light piercing the shadow that had consumed Morgana.

A tear, cold and shimmering, fell from Morgana's eye, tracing a line down her cheek like a solitary star in the night sky. The malicious grin on her face faltered, and for a brief moment, the darkness that had engulfed her seemed to recede. She looked down at Agatha's outstretched hand, the warmth of her touch a stark contrast to the icy grip of Krampus's power. The bond of their sisterhood, forged in countless moonlit rituals and whispered secrets, hummed through her frozen heart. With a tremble that echoed through her very soul, she reached out and took Agatha's hand. The connection between them, unbroken by the shadowy tendrils of Krampus's influence, sparked a flicker of hope. "Agatha," she whispered, her voice cracking with the weight of her regret. "I'm sorry."

Krampus, witnessing the unbreakable bond between the witches, let out a bellow of fury that shook the very foundations of the city. The air around him grew colder, his eyes burning with a new intensity as he realized the depth of their unity. With a vicious snarl, he raised his arms, and the ground beneath the rink cracked open, swallowing the twisted nutcrackers and mannequins, revealing an abyss that mirrored the one in his own heart. From the depths of the chasm, an icy wind howled, carrying with it a horde of malevolent spirits, each one a twisted representation of a lost Christmas memory. The demon's rage had summoned an army of despair, and as they climbed forth, their icy tendrils reached out to ensnare the Ghostbusters and the coven, intent on extinguishing the last embers of joy from the city's spirit.

Their reunion complete, Agatha, Theodora, Selena, and Morgana, their hearts pounding in unison, turned to face Krampus. The coven closed their eyes, their fingers tracing ancient symbols in the air as they chanted the reversal incantation from the grimoire. The once-frozen ground around them began to thaw, the spirits of the forgotten quivering as the balance of power shifted. The Ghostbusters, surrounded by the icy specters, watched in amazement as the witches' combined magic grew stronger. With each syllable, the bond between the four grew brighter, their love and friendship a beacon that pierced the cold embrace of Krampus's malice.

As the witches' voices grew stronger, their incantation weaving a net of light around the Christmas demon, the Ghostbusters saw their opening. Peter, Winston, and the newest member of their team, Callie, took aim with their proton packs, the beams crackling with energy as they fired at Krampus. The streams of light connected with the creature's massive form, the electric blue bolts illuminating the dark night sky as they wrapped around his horns and fur-covered body. He roared in fury, his eyes flashing with anger as the power of their combined might began to wear him down. Meanwhile, the candy cane-wielding Trevor and the ever-resourceful Phoebe fought alongside the witches, their proton blasters lighting up the night with a symphony of color and sound as they targeted the malevolent spirits that had been summoned by Krampus's wrath. The air was filled with the cacophony of battle, the clash of light and dark, hope and despair, as the fate of New York City's Christmas spirit hung in the balance.

With a gasp of shock, the group saw that it was Louis Tully, his eyes ablaze with a determination they had never seen before. Brandishing a modified proton pack, he had joined the fray, his beam of light connecting with the others in a powerful triangulation that sent Krampus reeling. The demon's fury was palpable as the streams of pure energy pierced his shadowy form, his once-mighty body convulsing in agony. The Christmas tree, no longer a monstrous abomination, began to shed its malevolent bark, its branches retreating back into a more familiar, welcoming pose. With a bright flash of light, Krampus's monstrous form disintegrated, the shadows that had clung to him dissipating into the cold December night.

As the shadows of Krampus dissipated into the cold December night, the witches' laughter and chatter returned to the city streets, the Christmas spirit reborn and stronger than ever before. Agatha, Theodora, and Selena rushed to Morgana, their arms entwining in a tight embrace as the cold light in her eyes faded, replaced by the warmth of their love and the glow of redemption. Tears of joy streamed down their faces as they whispered words of comfort and apology, their hearts beating as one once more. Agatha, her voice filled with emotion, turned to the Ghostbusters. "Thank you," she said, her eyes shining with gratitude. "We couldn't have done this without you." Theodora, still clutching her sisters, offered an earnest apology. "I'm sorry for doubting you," she murmured. "But we've learned that sometimes, we do need the best of both worlds." Ray, his eyes soft with understanding, gave a gentle smile. "Don't worry about it," he said, patting her on the back. "It's that kind of unity that keeps the balance. We've got science, you've got your faith, and together, we can conquer anything."

The air grew still, the only sound the distant whisper of the city beginning to realize the horror that had been averted. Then, as if by some divine intervention, the first flakes of snow began to fall, dancing through the air like a silent chorus of angels. Peter looked up at the heavens, a smile tugging at his lips. "What are the odds?" he murmured in amazement. The others could only shake their heads in wonder as the flurry grew into a gentle storm, blanketing the city in a pure white cover that seemed to cleanse away the night's terror. The snowflakes kissed their cheeks, each one a tiny reminder of the Christmas spirit they had all worked so hard to save. As they stood there, united in their victory, the beauty of the moment was not lost on any of them. It was a Christmas miracle, a testament to the power of friendship, love, and the unshakeable belief in the magic of the season.

Back at the warm and cluttered Ghostbusters headquarters, the team and the coven gathered around the table, their laughter and chatter mingling with the faint scent of burnt marshmallows and the persistent hum of ghost traps in the background. Janine, ever the gracious host, had laid out a spread of eggnog and cookies, a warm glow emanating from the string lights draped around the room. Peter raised a glass of the frothy drink, his eyes shining with mischief. "To the most unconventional Christmas we've ever had," he toasted, "and to the friends who make even the weirdest of nights feel like home." The group clinked their glasses together, the sound ringing out like a toast to the bonds forged in the most unexpected of battles. Agatha, her hand resting on Morgana's shoulder, offered a small smile. "And to the power of unity," she added, her eyes meeting Morgana's. The witches, their faces flushed with newfound camaraderie, clinked their glasses with the Ghostbusters, their shared victory a testament to the strength of their alliance. The snow continued to fall outside, a gentle reminder of the magic they had restored to the city, as they all took a sip, the sweetness of their drinks a symbol of the season's triumph over the shadows that had threatened to consume it.

Peter, his arm still in the air from the toast, saunters over to the refrigerator, the smile on his face fading slightly as he notices the door ajar. With a sigh, he opens it to find Slimer, the infamous Onionhead ghost, surrounded by the remnants of Janine's Christmas cookies, crumbs scattered like glitter across the floor. The green apparition, wearing a tattered Santa Claus hat perched atop his gelatinous head, looks up with a mouthful of sugary goodness, his eyes wide with guilt. The sight of Peter's disapproving gaze sends Slimer into a flurry of panic, and with a squeal that could shatter glass, he takes flight, his transparent form smearing through the air. The hat falls askew as he crashes into the screen.

THE END

#ghostbusters #bill murray #dan aykroyd #ernie hudson #annie potts #carrie coon #paul rudd #James Acaster #finn wolfhard #mckenna grace #logan kim #celeste o'connor #christina ricci #gaby hoffmann #aubrey plaza #kelly rowland #christoph waltz #rick moranis

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ariel-seagull-wings · 2 years ago

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FICTIONAL CHARACTER ASK: WINSTON ZEDDEMORE

@spengnitzed @bixiebeet @angelixgutz @themousefromfantasyland @amalthea9 @thealmightyemprex @goodanswerfoxmonster @stantzed

@the-blue-fairie

Favorite Thing About Them: I like that fact that while he is meant to be an audience surrogate, at least in the first movie this was not used as an excuse to make him boring, but instead he felt like a real person with motivations and a personality: he is a down on his luck working class man who is intrigued by this booming Ghostbusters business who decides to become a new team member in search of a good job to survive, quickly believes what he sees and learns how to handle the new technology, becomes good friends with the other Ghostbusters, specially Ray, and starts to make reflexions about his faith as a christian the more he comes into contact with supernatural incidents, wich is a source of strenght and confidence when he goes to face Gozer and thinks that he may die at any moment.

Later, in the animated series The Real Ghostbusters and the IDW licensed comics, we learned new aspects of Winston’s character that made him a more palpable person: He loves baseball, is a huge enthusiast of mystery novels to the point that this becomes an advantage when he needs to investigate a new ghost activity, would sometimes go to save the day on his own, and even fell in love and got married!

Least Favorite Thing About Them: The fact that his role was reduced to “pawn that is there” when the sequel Ghostbusters 2 was made, rather than the writers taking advantage of making a sequel to further develop his character.

Three Things I Have In Common With Them:

* I have black heritage;

* I am curious;

* I also resource to fictional literature for information;

Three Things I Don’t Have In Common With Them:

* Unlike many portrayals of his character, I never did military service;

* I’m not US american;

* I would be way more pedantic in differentiate between a summerian and a babylonian deity;

Favorite Line:

From the July 1983 Script Draft:

“I’d like to see Dr. Venkman.”

“I saw your ad in the paper. You know, for a security man.”

“... after ECM school at Kelly Air Force Base in Texas I flew for S.A.C Command at Reese as an Electronic Warfare Officer. After the service I was head of Installations for Sentry Alarm Systems in Los Angeles, then I moved up to V.P. at their Pacific headquarters. Then some partners and I started our own optic beam manufacturing operation, but we got wiped out in the microlens flood of ‘82.”

“I have a ninth degree black belt in Wing Chun boxing. I have a Class 3 Federal firearm’s license and I have permits to carry anywhere in the continental United States. What kind of risk are you talking about?”

“Brave man.”

“Okay, now you could have three aces because you already had two and you got one out of your sleeve. But I’m not sure which card you took out of your shoe before.”

“I’m willing to take your word on this, Ray, because I respect you. But if we ever really do see the kind of stuff you’re talking about, I’m counting on you. I know these guys are your friends, but...”

“This bites it, man. We’re running out of ways to kill time.”

“Zeddemore. Z-E-D-D-E-”

“What’d you get?”

“You guys look like shit.”

“Forget it, man! The phone’s been ringing off the hook.”

“Neutronize. System shut.”

“I have to get some sleep, man. I worked all night last night.”

“I can’t look anymore. It’s too depressing. What are they doing here anyway? I tought when you die you see a beautifull white light and pass trough it to the other side.”

“What’s the Tunguska Blast?”

“Sounds like the Russians detonated a hydrogen bomb.”

“I don’t believe we drove all the way up here and didn’t get anything.”

“You made a contact? Why didn’t you call me? What was it?”

“That figures. The head Ranger thinks it’s the spirit of a girl who was kept by the officers back in the 1830′s or 40′s.”

“Is there something you’re not telling me?”

“Must be a big fire, huh?”

“Look at that weird light by the river.”

“Oh... shiiit...”

“I’m Winston Zeddemore, your Honor. I came to work with these gentlemen when they first went into private practice... and I didn’t believe any of this either. I’m a highly trained engineer. I’ve done two hitches as a flying officer in the strategic Air Command. I’ve been all over the world and I’ve seen lots of strange things, so I can tell you with complete confidence that these ocurrences are real. Since I joined these men I have seen shit that would turn you white.”

From the September 1983 Script Draft:

“Let me ask you something. The ad in the paper just said "Help Wanted." What's the job?”

“Not really. However, if there's a semi-regular paycheck in it I'll believe anything you say.”

“Yeah, I heard that. Now tell me 89/89a Omitted what you really do.”

“Hey man. What is it you're so involved with there?”

“Busy time of year.”

“Right. We'll believe anything.”

“We're gonna get five years for this. Plus they're gonna make us retrap all those spooks. I knew I shouldn't have taken this job.”

“This is insane! You actually believe Lhat some moldy Babylonian God is going to drop in at 78th and Central Park West and start tearing up the city?”

“Maybe we should go downstairs and call first?”

“Well, she's not here. Let's go.”

“Let's get out of here!”

“Now he's mad.”

“He looks like my high school principal.”

“You should've said "yes!" He might have been willing to negotiate.”

“We did it! Thank God!”

“Good. Now we made him mad.”

From the 1984 Final Film Script:

“Ray, when someone asks you if you're a god, you say, "Yes!"”

“And we have the tools. We have the talent!”

“My mind is totally blank.”

“What did you do, Ray? Aw, shit!”

“This job is definitely not worth another eleven-five a year.”

“I'm all right. You all right?”

“I love this town! Ha ha!”

brOTP: Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz, Egon Spengler, Janine Melnitz, Dana Barrett, Louis Tully, Walter Peck, Slimer, Buster, the siblings Megan and Kenny Carter, Alan, Elaine Phermon, Louise, Cyntia Crawford, DyTyllio, Bryan Welsh, Jenny Moran, Dani Shpak, Lou Kamaka, Melanie Ortiz, Kylie Griffin, Eduardo Rivera, Garrett Miller, Roland Jackson, Marie Laveau.

OTP: Ray Stantz, Tiyah Clarke, @spengnitzed OC Regina.

nOTP: Tiamat.

Random Headcanon: His parents camed from Lansing, Michigan, while Winston and his siblings (two brothers and three sisters) are born and growed up in the Bronx, New York City.

Unpopular Opinion: I find the IDW comics arc where the villain Tiamat (a sibling of Gozer) erases the memory of Winston’s marriage to his wife Tiyah Clarke of everybody except him unecessarily cruel, and prefer to ignore this event happened in favour of imagining they are still together and happy.

Songs I Associate With Them:

Summertime

Não Tenho Medo da Morte

Se eu Quiser Falar com Deus

Never Giving Up

Have a Little Faith in Me

Favorite Picture of Them:

Ernie Hudson in the 1984 movie

In the IDW licensed comics (including a picture of him as a newborn baby alongside his parents)

In the animated series The Real Ghostbusters

In the animated series Extreme Ghostbusters

#fictional character ask #character ask meme #fandom musings #pop culture #ghostbusters 1984 #ghostbusters novelization #idw ghostbusters #the real ghostbusters #extreme ghostbusters #winston zeddemore #arsenio hall #ernie hudson

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steampunk-newsie · 2 years ago

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My Top Posts in 2022:

the 'for Harold' at the end of Ghostbuster Afterlife :(((

Rip legends Harold Ramis and Ivan Reitman

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Well I think our manifestation worked :)

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isn't the new DHMIS series meant to air tomorrow?

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did Peter Venkman just call Harold 'spengs'

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ride the cyclone was incredible idk about anyone else but I loved it so much

kinda annoying that literally overnight the bootleg was deleted but luckily found another one lmfao

but omfg it was awesome

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horrormaestro-aaaaaaa · 3 years ago

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𝐭𝐚𝐠 𝐝𝐮𝐦𝐩. re–doing tags , part six.

last one , promise.

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oncexinxmyxdreams · 4 years ago

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First Impressions

“Didn’t your mom teach you not to play with your food?” Peter wryly commented.

“Examining fungi is not playing with food,” Egon stated as he picked another mushroom from the noodles. He put it into a small jar.

Peter rolled his eyes and took another sip from the glass bottle. The earthy vanilla flavor of root beer was a sweet change from the liquor he usually sneaked around in his pocket. With how slow Egon was taking with finishing his lunch, Peter knew they wouldn’t be leaving soon. He slumped back into the booth and eyed his surroundings. It was more interesting than watching Egon perform surgery over his pasta. (No doubt, he’d ordered it because it had mushrooms in the sauce.)

The small restaurant had the familiar red walls, dark green upholstery and stained carpeted floors. Waitresses were bustling around with their trays stacked with water and breadsticks. It was warm inside with the savory scent of different Italian food which was comforting for Peter. It reminded him of his mother when she made different pastas for Saturday dinners; usually for the two of them.

“What did you get for Ray?” asked Egon. Now he was eating. Ray kept missing his usual eating out with his two close friends for over a week. He’d spent his spare time searching for a particular book in different libraries around New York City.

“His fourth favorite dish from here,” Peter said as he pushed his plate aside.

“Chicken marsala,” Egon said half to himself. The take out box was near his side of the table and he opened it with interest.

“Don’t think about it,” said Peter. He reached over and snapped the lid closed. “You’ve collected enough fungus for today.” He scooted the box closer to his side.

“I wasn’t going to take any,” protested Egon though his tone hardly changed. “Curiosity is just another-Peter? Peter!” He noticed his friend suddenly wasn’t listening to him. No surprise, a woman had just passed them.

“Wow,” Peter murmured to himself with a dazed, love sick expression.

The lady that passed them wore a cyan blue dress with an A-line skirt and a black belt which emphasized her hourglass figure. Her strawberry blonde hair was pulled into a low bun with simple hoop earrings. Even though Peter only got a glimpse of her face, he noticed her profile; like the classic beauty an old Hollywood starlet.

The lady made her way to an empty table and sat down, her back facing them. Just when Peter had started to rise up and make his way over to her, a man came up and sat with her. He had a navy blue suit and plastered blonde hair. Peter sank back. Of course she’d already have a boyfriend. Well, it certainly wouldn’t take too long to notice another lovely woman…or so he thought.

It was almost frustrating throughout the afternoon that he couldn’t stop thinking of her. It’d only been twice when after seeing an interesting lady that he couldn’t shake the image out of his mind. It looked like she’d be the third. Give it until tomorrow and things would be back to normal again.

Things calmed down into the early evening. Since Egon had already graduated with two PhDs in Applied Physics and Parapsychology he was working for Columbia in paranormal experiences. Though he had an incredibly high IQ and graduated quicker than an average student would, some professors found his work questionable. (He and Peter had to meet with one of the departments earlier that day because they had inquiries for his projects.) He worked in the Paranormal Studies Laboratory in Weaver Hall with his name printed on the glass door. It appeared more as a basement than an official lab with the sparse lighting and stale scent. Since Ray and Peter were attending Columbia, even though it was currently June, they made themselves at home. Anyone who knew Egon would be aware that he didn’t read Captain Steel comic books or have a full body poster of Marilyn Monroe. Besides, there was promise that if all went well they could work along with Egon after getting their doctorates in Parapsychology.

Egon and Ray were spending their evening looking over notes for some prototype they wanted to build. Peter ignored their technical talk and with feet propped on his desk, read the newspaper. He skipped the boring columns of economics and went straight to the sports section. He took off his tie and tossed it to the desk where he left his blazer. He was vaguely aware of the soft knock on the office door and Ray’s quick footsteps to answer.

“Oh hi Claire,” said Ray being his usual friendly self. “Come on in.”

“I found the book,” said a voice with some triumph. “I was having lunch with one of my co-workers and he said he just returned this to the library. I thought I’d check it out for you.”

“Gee thanks,” Ray said taking the thickly bound book. “I was worried I’d be waiting two weeks and-Oh! Sorry! Where are my manners? Hey guys. This is Claire Teague. She’s the one I met at the library. Claire, these are my good friends. That’s Egon and Peter’s hiding behind the newspaper.”

Right on cue, Peter’s eyes lazily looked over his newspaper and his heart skipped several beats! Be it fate, luck or even a miracle, there she was! No mistaking it, the same lady from the restaurant was there in Weaver Hall. Having heard that she was with a co-worker and not a boyfriend made Peter all the more pleased. Egon took little notice, but Peter scrambled from his chair, newspaper tumbling to the floor and turned on his charm.

“Well hello,” Peter said smoothly. He leaned against the bookshelf, chin resting on his palm and eyes gazing into hers. “I’m Peter Venkman-uh, soon to be Dr. Peter Venkman.”

“Hi,” Claire said politely. She turned back to Ray and stepped closer to him. “So are you finally going to tell me why you were looking for this book?”

“It’s kind of hard to explain,” continued Ray as he flipped to the first page with interest.

“Tell me” said Claire with a smile. “You said you’re earning a doctorate in...you said, Parapsychology?”

Peter tuned out Ray’s explanation as he leaned back against the bookshelf and took in Claire’s beauty. She was a perfect combination of actresses he liked: The smile of Michelle Pfeiffer: the soft round face Jessica Lange: the blue eyes and defined bow shaped lips of Grace Kelly: the classic hourglass figure of Marilyn Monroe. He could say perhaps even tad more voluptuous since she wasn’t as thin as a rail. When Claire sat in one of the metal chairs next to Ray, she crossed her shapely legs.

“Gorgeous,” Peter thought. He really hoped she was single. No chance Ray was dating her since he had just been asked out by another classmate. He’d been so wrapped into his thoughts that he didn’t hear Ray’s conversation end. It hadn’t been long, probably two minute. Claire looked at Peter and then back to his desk.

“What about you?” Claire said to him. “You’ve got some type of box on your desk.”

“You don’t want to know,” Egon said with some disdain.

“Have you ever heard of the ESP test?” Peter said giving his friendly tone.

“No,” Claire simply said with a head shake.

“It stands for extra sensory perception,” Peter continued. “Guess you could say it’s to figure out if you have a sixth sense and the test is based off of the psychologist Karl Zener.”

“What exactly are you testing?” Claire actually seemed curious.

“I’m examining the negative reinforcement of the ESP test with electrodes,” Peter simply answered.

“Not even scientific,” Egon muttered.

“How does that work?” Claire asked.

“Easy,” Peter explained since he thought he was gaining her attention. For full effect, he leaned over his desk and started shuffling some of the Zener cards. “Every card has a symbol on the back and-”

“There’s nothing scientific about it,” interjected Egon. He didn’t turn his back around from his project. “It’s chance! Each card has a plus sign, star, square, circle or wavy lines. You just keep randomly guessing to see if you get one right. It’s been discredited for clairvoyance!”

“Isn’t he cute?” Peter smirked. “Doesn’t have a doctorate in Psychology and he thinks he knows everything.”

“It’s not a bad idea,” said Ray who was trying to keep the peace. “Maybe if Karl Zener had just done more experiments it could’ve been credible.”

“I suppose that’s what Mr. Venkman is trying prove,” said Claire. “It just needs more testing and it could be a success that even this Zener couldn’t achieve.” She stepped a little closer to Peter. “Maybe you just need the right people to test it.”

“Funny you should say,” Peter said stepping closer to her. “I had one ditch a session tomorrow.”

“She freaked out when you told her about being hooked up for electric shocks,” protested Ray.

“She had another engagement Ray,” corrected Peter almost through his teeth. He wasn’t keen on Ray ruining his moment. He gazed back into Claire’s eyes, getting lost in the shades of blue. “If you’re interested in how the Zener test works, how about you be a test subject? I bet you’re one of the smartest ladies around; you could guess those cards so easily that you wouldn’t even get the tiniest shock.”

“I have a high threshold for pain,” Claire said after a pause. “I could be a test subject if it’s after my work. I get off at five-thirty.”

“It’d be a pleasure Miss Teague,” Peter responded. “An absolute pleasure. Six-ish work for you?”

“That’d be nice.” Claire walked around him for the door. “I’ll see you tomorrow. Let me know when you’re ready to check the book back in Ray. Goodbye.”

Right after she left, Egon muttered something and scribbled another formula for the prototype. Peter playfully slapped Ray on the shoulder.

“What?” asked Ray innocently.

“When you said you met some girl at the library you didn’t say she was a bombshell,” teased Peter.

“I told you her name,” said Ray. “We were just in the history section and I accidentally bumped into her.”

“She doesn’t seem to have the same interest as you,” Egon said who couldn’t help overhearing a little.

“Well no,” admitted Ray with a shrug. “She loves history and I was looking for that book about ghost sightings during America’s earliest years. So she said she’d keep an eye for it and I told where I’m at if she finds it. Nothing to it. It’s not like I was going to date her.”

“Did she mention being single?” Peter asked eagerly.

“I think she is.” Ray scratched his head in thought. He noticed the gleam in Peter’s eyes. “Oh come on Peter! Don’t tell me you’re going to ask her out after the ESP test.”

“Very good Ray,” joked Peter. “You catch on fast. You should’ve seen the look in her eyes when she said she’d volunteer. That’s the look of a woman who’s fallen under the Venkman charm.”

It would work out perfectly. Claire would get all the right cards; she’d be smitten by Peter’s “encouragement” to guess correctly and then a date. Who knew, maybe something extra later in the night? She seemed self-confident to have hinted being a volunteer. Peter already liked that. She didn’t give off too much personality other than the first things he usually noticed in a lady; that being pretty and nice. Either way, the usual plan was already up and running.

(Author’s Note: Finally! First ficlet up! BTW, you better be hearing Lorenzo Music’s voice when reading Peter’s lines here. 😉 Props to Spengs0 for suggesting Paire as a shipping name.

#the real ghostbusters #fanfic #fanfiction #peter venkman #ray stantz #egon spengler #claire teague #OC #RGB: First Impressions #rgb fic

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thecodewordis-snail413 · 7 years ago

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The Signs as Characters from Anything

Aries - James Roach Indiana Jones

Arsces - Twilight Sparkle (My Little Pony)

Arrius - Mulan

Ariborn - Houdini

Arittarius - Willy Wonka (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory)

Arpia - Aradia Megido

Arza - John Watson (Sherlock)

Arga - Harley Quinn

Aro - Dirk Gently

Arcen - The Abominable Snowman (Rudolph/that vine)

Armini - Peeta (Hunger Games)

Arun - Cameron Poe (Con Air)

Arist - Peter Venkman (Ghostbusters)

Arsci - Sherlock Holmes

Arnius - Tulio (The Road to El Dorado)

Aricorn - Princess Luna (My Little Pony)

Arittanius - Luke Skywalker (Star Wars)

Arpio - Zebede Tongva (hs)

Arra - Miguel (The Road to El Dorado)

Argo - Misa Amane (Death Note

Arlo - Moka (Rosario + Vampire)

Arcer - Arthur (Merlin)

Armino - Danny (Bravest Warriors)

Arus - Griffin McElroy

Taurus - Peter Pan

Taurist - Jake (Adventure Time)

Taursci - Sally (Nightmare Before Christmas)

Taurnius -Mr Krabs (Spongebob)

Tauricorn - Nala (The Lion King)

Taurittanius - Wallow (Bravest Warriors)

Taurpio - The dad from American Dad probably

Taurra - Guru Pathik (Avatar The Last Airbender)

Taurgo - Molly Hooper (Sherlock)

Taurlo - Ross Geller (Friends)

Taurcer - Justin Timberlake

Taurmino - Amelie (Amelie)

Taurun - Ava (Ex Machine)

Tauries - Donkey Kong

Taursces - Steve (Minecraft)

Taurrius - Diana Cavendish (Little Witch Academia)

Tauriborn - Aro (Twilight)

Taurittarius - Bender (The Breakfast Club)

Taurpia - An Alien from Alien

Taurza - Prof. X (X Men)

Taurga - Travis McElroy

Tauro - Nana (Elfen Lied)

Taurcen - Light Yagami (Death Note)

Taurmini - Ursula (The Little Mermaid)

Gemini - Neo (The Matrix)

Gemun - Cady Heron (Mean Girls)

Gemries - Pepper Potts (Iron Man)

Gemsces - Oz (The Wizard of Oz)

Gemrius - Hermione Granger (Harry Potter)

Gemiborn - Merlee (Super Paper Mario)

Gemittarius - Iroh (Legend of Korra)

Gempia - Severus Snape (Harry Potter)

Gemza - Rose Diaz (Brooklyn-99)

Gemga - Mario (Mario)

Gemo - Simon Willis (Mortal Instruments)

Gemcen - Mike Wazowski (Monsters Inc.)

Gemino - Rick (The Walking Dead)

Gemus - Todd Chavez (Bojack Horseman)

Gemrist - Ponyboy (The Outsiders)

Gemsci - Bee (Bee & Puppycat)

Gemnius - Dwight Schrute (The Office)

Gemicorn - Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

Gemittanius - Lost Boys (Hook)

Gempio - Link (The Legend of Zelda)

Gemra - Jarvis (Iron Man)

Gemgo - The Giver

Gemlo - Joy (Inside Out)

Gemcer - Wonder Woman

Cancer - Hitch (Hitch- Will Smith)

Camino - Natasha Romanoff (Black Widow Marvel)

Canus - Clint McElroy

Canrist - Spiderman

Cansci - Mercy (Overwatch)

Cannius - Charles Boyle (Brooklyn-99)

Canicorn - Artemis (Greek Mythos)

Canittanius - Alice Pieszecki (The L Word)

Canpio - Capt. Holt (Brooklyn-99)

Canra - Hades (Greek Mythos)

Cango - Luigi (Mario)

Canlo - Doc Scratch (hs)

Cancen - Ultron (Avengers)

Camini - Bruce Banner

Canun - Mayor Dewey (Steven Universe)

Canries - Puppycat (Bee & Puppycat)

Cansces -Persephone (Greek Mythos)

Canrius - Zhu Li (Legend of Korra)

Caniborn - Hela Goddess of Death (Thor Ragnarok)

Canittarius - Padme Amidala (Star Wars)

Canpia - Heimdall (Thor)

Canza - Bob the Builder

Canga - Frankenstein

Cano - Bubbles (Powerpuff Girls)

Leo - Princess Carolyn (Bojack Horseman)

Lecen - Mufasa (The Lion King)

Lemini – Deanna Troi (Star Trek: TNG)

Leun – Monk Gyatso (Avatar The Last Airbender)

Leries - Bowser Jr

Lesces - Strawberry Shortcake

Lerius – Undyne (Undertale)

Leiborn – Ruby Gloom (Ruby Gloom)

Leittarius - Grillby (Undertale)

Lepia - Rose Quartz (Steven Universe)

Leza – Skurge (Thor Ragnarok)

Lega - Takashi Morinozuka (Ouran High School Host Club)

Lelo – Ice Bear (We Bare Bears)

Lecer – Capt. Kirk (Star Trek)

Lemino – Salem (Sabrina the Teenage Witch)

Leus – Poe Dameron (Star Wars)

Lerist - Bowser

Lesci – Choose Goose (Adventure Time)

Lenius – Kelly Kapoor (The Office)

Leicorn – Firelord Ozai (Avatar the Last Airbender)

Leittanius - Bravery Soul (Undertale)

Lepio - Garnet (Steven Universe)

Lera – Taako (The Adventure Zone)

Lego – Gary (spongebob)

Virgo - A dark, dark, dark god. Secret Ruler of All Dave Strider (Homestuck)

Virlo – Korra (The Legend of Korra)

Vircer – Ben Wyatt (Parks and Recreation)

Virmino – Aphrodite (Greek Mythos)

Virus - Marceline (Adventure Time)

Virist - Chris (Bravest Warriors)

Virsci – Tracer (Overwatch)

Virnius - Star Lord (Guardians of the Galaxy)

Viricorn – Deadpool

Virittanius – Capt. Jean-Luc Picard (Star Trek: TNG)

Virpio - Sapphire (Steven Universe)

Virra – Odin (Thor)

Virga – Usagi Tsukino (Sailor Moon)

Viro – Jet (Avatar the Last Airbender)

Vircen – Dev (Master of None)

Virmini – Nastasia (Super Paper Mario)

Virun – Tin Man (The Wizard of Oz)

Viries – Mother Gothel (Tangled)

Virsces - Beth (Bravest Warriors)

Virrius – Dib (Invader Zim)

Viriborn – Monica Geller (Friends)

Virittarius – Ariel (The Little Mermaid)

Virpia - Ruby (Steven Universe)

Virza – Dr. Steven Strange (Dr. Strange)

Libra - Two Face (Batman)

Ligo – Shaun Murphy (The Good Doctor)

Liblo – Jack Crawford (Hannibal)

Licer - Charlie Kelly (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia)

Limino – Fiona (Shrek)

Libus - Frisk (Undertale)

Librist - Lorraine Broughton (Atomic Blonde)

Libsci – Avatar Aang (Avatar the Last Airbender)

Libnius – Cdr. William Riker (Star Trek TNG)

Libicorn – Sugilite (Steven Universe)

Libittanius – Glados (Portal)

Lipio – Bonnie&Clyde

Libza - Will Graham (Hannibal)

Liga - Donkey (Shrek)

Libo - Marina and the Diamonds

Licen – April Ludgate (Parks and Recreation)

Limini - Flynn Rider (Tangled)

Libun - Sans Undertale

Libries - Napstablook (Undertale)

Libsces – Coco Pommel (My Little Pony)

Librius – Joker (DC)

Libiborn – Mr. Pringle

Libittarius – Mushu (Mulan)

Lipia - Rapunzel (Tangled)

Scorpio - Capt. Hook (Peter Pan)

Scorra - Greg Universe (Steven Universe)

Scorgo - Princess Peach (Nintendo)

Scorlo - Poison Ivy (DC)

Scorcer - Vision (Marvel)

Scormino - Meg Griffin (Family Guy)

Scorus - Nicolas Cage

Scorist - Lucien Bloodmarch (Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator)

Scorsci - Regina George (Mean Girls)

Scornius - Morpheus (Matrix)

Scoricorn - Tris (Divergent)

Scorittanius - Katniss (Hunger Games)

Scorpia – Kuzco

Scorza – Edward Cullen (Twilight Saga)

Scorga - Popplio (Pokemon)

Scoro - Lucy (Elfen Lied)

Scorcen – Carlisle Cullen (Twilight Saga)

Scormini - Batman

Scorun – Korg (Thor Ragnarok)

Scories – Zuko (Avatar The Last Airbender)

Scorsces – Molly Weasley (Harry Potter)

Scorrius – Azula (Avatar the Last Airbender)

Scoriborn - Loki (Marvel)

Scorittarius – Trini (The Power Rangers)

Sagittarius - Bojack Horseman (Bojack Horseman)

Sagipia - Elphaba (Wizard of Oz)

Sagiza - Howard Duttle

Sagiga - Jack Skellington (The Nightmare Before Christmas)

Sagio - Rainbow Dash (My Little Pony)

Sagicen - Veronica Sawyer (Heathers)

Sagimini - Guzma (Team Skull Pokemon)

Sagiun - Genji (Overwatch)

Sagiries - Aragorn (Lord of the Rings)

Sagisces - Angel (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)

Sagirius - Gordon Ramsay

Sagiborn - Hulk (The Incredible Hulk)

Sagittanius - Rarity (My Little Pony)

Sagipio - Kya (The Legend of Korra)

Sagira - Kindness Heart (Undertale)

Sagigo - Dorothy (Wizard of Oz)

Sagilo - Catty (Undertale)

Sagicer - Heather Chandler (Heathers)

Sagimino - Orisa (Overwatch)

Sagius - Darby (Thor Marvel)

Sagirist - Eevee (Pokemon)

Sagisci - Cronus Ampora

Saginius - Neytiri (Avatar 2009)

Sagicorn - Justin McElroy

Capricorn - Vanilla Ice

Caprittanius – Sokka (Avatar The Last Airbender)

Capripio - Pearl (Steven Universe)

Caprira – Zim (Invader Zim)

Caprigo – Appa (Avatar the Last Airbender)

Caprilo - Amethyst (Steven Universe)

Capricer – Sylvanas Windrunner (World of Warcraft)

Caprimino – Meek (Thor Ragnarok)

Caprius - Hawkeye (Marvel)

Caprist - Cardamon (Bee & Puppycat)

Caprisci - Owen (Jurassic World)

Caprinius – Kyoya Ootori (Ouran High School Host Club)

Capriborn – Junkrat (Overwatch)

Caprittarius – Lapis Lazuli (Steven Universe)

Capripia – Nine (17776)

Capriza - Toph Beifong (Avatar: the Last Airbender)

Capriga – Gaz (Invader Zim)

Caprio – Aquamarine (2006 movie)

Capricen – Ice King (Adventure Time)

Caprimini - Party Wolf (Adventure Time)

Capriun - Jasper Cullen (Twilight Saga)

Capries - Ellie (Jurassic Park)

Caprisces - Glenda (Wizard of Oz)

Capririus - Bella Swan (Twilight)

Aquarius - Shrek (Shrek)

Aquiborn – Percy Jackson

Aquittarius – Violet (The Incredibles)

Aquapia - Hannibal Lecter (Hannibal)

Aquaza – Rufus Scrimgeour (Harry Potter)

Aquaga – Jim Halpert (The Office)

Aquo – Merlin (Shrek)

Aquacen – Ryan Howard (The Office)

Aquamini – Geordi La Forge (Star Trek: TNG)

Aquiun – Jake Sully (Avatar)

Aquaries – Pocahontas

Aquasces – Piper (Piper)

Aquanius – Rose Lalonde (hs)

Aquicorn - The Great Red Dragon (Hannibal)

Aquittanius – Alice Cullen (Twilight Saga)

Aquapio - Alana Bloom (Hannibal)

Aquara – Faye Chamberlain (The Secret Circle)

Aquago - Merlin

Aqualo – Lil Hal (hs)

Aquacer – Princess Cadence (My Little Pony)

Aquamino – Marcel the Shell with Shoes On

Aquius - Dr. Grey (Grey’s Anatomy)

Aquarist – Finn (Star Wars)

Aquasci – Oscar Martinez (The Office)

Pisces - Catbug (Bravest Warriors)

Pirius – Grayble (Adventure Time)

Piborn – Hatsune Miku

Pittarius - Tony Stark (Iron Man)

Pipia – Princess Belle (Beauty and the Beast)

Piza – Al Elric (Full Metal Alchemist)

Piga - Gumball Guardian (Adventure Time)

Pio - Jasmine (Aladdin)

Picen – Kim Kardashian

Pimini – Finnick Odair (The Hunger Games)

Piun – Jaden Smith

Piries – Toralei Stripe (Monster High)

Pisci – Lucian Buttwatcher (The Adventure Zone)

Pinius – Mavis (Hotel Transylvania)

Picorn – Teresa (Maze Runner)

Pittanius – Ana (Frozen)

Pipio - Lady Rainicorn (Adventure Time)

Pira - Uncle Iroh (Avatar: The Last Airbender)

Pigo - Princess Bubblegum (Adventure Time)

Pilo - Caterpillar (Alice in Wonderland)

Picer - Steven Universe

Pimino – Guinan (Star Trek)

Pius – Zaheer (The Legend of Korra)

Pirist - Thor (Marvel)

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#this literally.... i put so much fucking thought and nuance into this please appreciate it #government assigned kin #this took two days to make #extended zodiac #homestuck #hiveswap #zodiac #the signs as #long post #hs #otherkin #true signs #troll culture #trollsonas #meme

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analysis-by-vaylon · 8 years ago

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Starbruary’s episodes are connected to Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

Instead of diving right into the details, I’d like to start with a few video clips.

First, watch the first thirty seconds of this clip from "Raid the Cave" while paying close attention to the squirrel monster. Count the number of stripes on her shirt. Alternately, count how many times she utters aloud (and note her inflection when doing so).

Next, watch this clip from "Mathmagic" and pay attention to the number that Star writes on the chalkboard.

Finally, watch this clip, taken from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and note the use of the numbers you just encountered. As you can tell, the numbers 3, 7, and 10 play a prominent role in the scene.

I should also point out that the clip from "Raid the Cave" is, of course, an homage to a gag from Monty Python and the Holy Grail -- and the Holy Grail is the sought-after object in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, thus reinforcing the notion of some connection.

Continue reading for the (extensive) details of how I discovered this connection, what it means, and what I predict about next week’s episodes.

As some of you may recall, I previously wrote a theory that Starbruary's release schedule is intentionally structured like a sonnet. I'm happy to report that not only have I gathered what I believe to be sufficient evidence to prove this theory, but I am also able to offer a testable hypothesis for next week's episodes. Before I begin, I would urge you to please take a moment to read over the sonnet theory; I promise it will be worth your time.

In addition to the sonnet structure, I discovered that each "stanza" of episodes -- that is, each week's group of four -- is united by a single theme, which is also associated with a number. The number and theme are established in the first episode of the week. On top of that, each pair of Starbruary episodes is an echo of an earlier pair of episodes -- that is, each new episode refers to an older episode.

What follows is the summary of episodes that have so far aired; everything after "The Hard Way" is speculation on my part. The summary lists the original air date for the Starbruary episode, then the name of the episode itself. Each Starbruary episode is paired with another episode in the manner that I show -- a rhymes with a, b rhymes with b, and so on. Rhymed episodes share similar dialogue, motifs, and composition. Next is the old episode that the new episode echoes (i.e., references). These echoes consist of shared dialogue, motifs, and composition. Lastly, I provide the episode number of the older episodes. The relationship between episode numbers is how I first discovered the numerical connection to Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. I’ll explain that after the episode summary.

Episode Summary

Week 1 Associated number: 3 Theme: "I made this mess, and I'm gonna be the one who cleans it up."

Week 2 Associated Number: 7 Theme: "You expect the punch line to be one thing, but what you end up with is just logic."

Week 3 Hypothesized associated number: 10 Theme: Currently unknown.

Week 4

Perhaps it will be possible to predict something about the final two episodes after next week, but at the moment, I don’t have any idea where to begin.

The Discovery

If you've read this far, you might be asking yourself how I noticed this pattern to begin with. I wish I could say I started with noticing the numbers -- but, alas, I only noticed the numbers afterwards. You see, I stumbled across the pattern by brute-forcing it.

After "Running with Scissors," which has quite obvious parallels to "Blood Moon Ball," I began to notice that other Starbruary episodes had parallels to older episodes, too. It occurred to me that they might happen in pairs, and the more I looked, the more I noticed that, indeed, each rhyming pair of Starbruary episodes echoed an older pair of episodes. To discover this, I systematically hunted for shared dialogue between new and old episodes until I found a successfully-matching pair; afterwards, I noted the episode numbers and realized there was a numerical connection. (For example, I realized that "Running with Scissors" is like "Blood Moon Ball," which is episode 8, and "Baby" is like "Hungry Larry," which is episode 24. And 24 / 8 = 3 -- a number which shows up in "Raid the Cave.") From there onward, it was a simple matter of pattern recognition.

Let me elaborate on a pair of Starbruary episodes and show you the ways that they “rhyme” -- the way they make connections:

Exploring “The Bounce Lounge” and “The Hard Way”

"The Bounce Lounge" is uncannily similar to "The Hard Way" in the composition of shots. If you watch them at the same time, you’ll see how closely they resemble one another with regard to composition of shots and transitions. Here are some examples of similar shots between these two episodes. This shared composition may be true for other pairs as well, but I haven't had time to check.

In addition to the shared composition, the pair of episodes share similar elements:

Shared dialogue: "Let it go, darlings." / "And say, 'Good night, my darling.'" "Are you kidding me? Um, good night." "'My darling.'" "Uh, um, m-my -- my darling."

The Bounce Crew tries to rebuild the Bounce Lounge. Toffee is trying to rebuild the monster temple.

"We used to rule this place." -- This is something Toffee could say about his monster temple.

"There's a bald spot on my head where my heart used to be." -- I'm not precisely sure of the connection, but Ludo certainly does have a bald spot on his head, and Tad's reunion with Kelly is more than a little similar to Toffee's possession of Ludo.

"They're using you, Johnny." -- This line easily applies to Ludo, who is being used by Toffee.

Marco pats Pony Head and Star. Glossaryck pats Ludo on the head.

"The Bounce Lounge" is an echo of "The Other Exchange Student":

Shared dialogue delivered by Star: "I can't believe it!"

Both episodes involve constant parties.

Cameras and photographs play significant roles in both episodes.

Cannibalism comes up as a motif: the bunny pirates chop up and eat their captain after he gets turned into a carrot, and Star imagines Gustav chopping up and eating the Diazes.

Finally, "The Hard Way" is an echo of "Monster Arm”:

Shared dialogue: "I want it to be my boyfriend!" -- "Uh... well, do you want it to be?" "Oh, yes! I so want it to be."

Monster Arm hits Marco in his sleep, turns up the hot water during his shower, and ruins his breakfast. Ludo: "Did you keep him up all night?" "You haven't fed him, have you?" "Good! Then he must be about to crack. Time to turn up the heat."

Both episodes involve a magical being who promises to unlock the host's true potential -- Monster Arm and Glossaryck, respectively.

Ludo hits himself in the face with the wand while spinning it -- a parallel to the arm hitting Marco in the face.

Both episodes involve a sinister entity with a bad influence on its wielder -- Monster Arm and Toffee, respectively.

Ludo's wand is *literally* a monster arm -- Toffee's arm, to be precise.

This is just one example of a pair of Starbruary episodes. I've been thorough with this example, but if you're still unconvinced, here is a very brief summary of the rest of the connections:

"Raid the Cave" - "Spider with a Top Hat": An underestimated character tries to break through a wall but can't do it; afterwards, each successfully attacks some monsters.

"Trickstar" - "Fortune Cookies": Star thinks something is magical; Marco says it isn't. Star ends up being right.

"Baby" - "Hungry Larry": An unsettling entity enters the Diaz home, scares the shit out of children, and eats everything. Shared dialogue: "Wet ceiling." "*Get out!*"

"Running with Scissors" -- "Blood Moon Ball": A predatory, fire-themed magic-user toys with a mortal. Shared dialogue: "How [do/did] you know my name?" "It's me, Marco!" "Marco?!"

"Mathmagic" -- "Girls' Day Out": An episode focuses on Star, Janna, and Ms. Skullnick. Shared dialogue: "Let's [just] get this over with."

"Crystal Clear" -- "Game of Flags": Check out that big girl sitting at the grown-up table. A table made of Marco.

I hope the evidence I've presented so far serves to convince you of my claim (1) that Starbruary episodes are paired together in a sonnet structure, (2) that these episodes are echoes of previously-aired episodes, and (3) that the Starbruary episodes are connected in a way that numerically references Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

Prediction

If my theory is right, then we should expect to see the number 10 -- or, referring back to the scene from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, an X -- in "Heinous." We should also expect to see elements from "By the Book," and we should expect a clearly-stated theme that will be applied to the rest of next week's episodes.

Real Implications

But, if I may, I want to talk about the real implications of this theory.

You see, the real implications of this theory are that the show staff (1) went through old episodes line-by-line, shot-by-shot; (2) connected these pairs of episodes to new episodes through theme, motif, dialogue, and composition; (3) connected those new episodes to other new episodes by theme, motif, dialogue, and composition; (4) wrote those episodes in such a way that each episode felt entirely new yet still cleverly managed to join together those different meanings; and (5) disguised the fact that they did all of this work -- disguised it so well, in fact, that even on repeat viewings, you'd never even realize there was a mystery there to begin with.

And that is, quite frankly, incredible. To borrow a few lines from my favorite movie:

Dr. Peter Venkman: So what? I guess they just don't make 'em like they used to, huh? Dr. Raymond Stantz: No! Nobody ever made them like this! I mean, the architect was either a certified genius or an authentic wacko.

When I began watching Star vs. the Forces of Evil, I thought I had an idea of how much love, care, and effort goes into the show -- but now I can say that it was only a barest inkling. I am truly awestruck at the level of creative talent that I have encountered.

I don't think any of us fully realize just how fortunate we are that such a team of imaginative geniuses has been assembled for the sole purpose of our entertainment. But we are very fortunate, indeed.

#star vs the forces of evil #analysis #indiana jones and the last crusade #the hard way #the bounce lounge

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cbilluminati · 8 years ago

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Some amazing titles from the Dub this week, and we have your looks at them all. Here’s the IDW Publishing Previews for 3-22-2017.

BATMAN/TMNT Adventures #5

Writer: Matthew K. Manning Artist: Jon Sommariva Cover Artist: Jon Sommariva

The surprising conclusion to the hit all-ages crossover! Surprising alliances are formed and friendships are tested as the villain behind the cross-dimensional chaos is revealed!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Don’t miss the finale to the series everyone is talking about!

Variant cover by Jeff Matsuda

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Brutal Nature: Concrete Fury #1

Writer: Luciano Saracino Artist: Ariel Olivetti Cover Artist: Ariel Olivetti

In the future, glistening buildings line the city’s skyline. In the future, rich and powerful men wish to exploit power they don’t fully comprehend. In the future, a new warrior emerges… a shapeshifter that will help the people rise against the forces of oppression! Luciano Saracino and Ariel Olivetti return to the savage world of Brutal Nature!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

The beautifully painted story continues, featuring art by comics superstar Ariel Olivetti!

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Dirk Gently: The Salmon of Doubt #6

Writer: Arvind Ethan David Artist: Ilias Kyriazis Cover Artist: Ilias Kyriazis

The Rowdy 3 barge into Dirk and Sally’s lives again, making things particularly difficult for the Holistic Detective. Featuring favorite characters from the original books as well as the cast from the TV series, including Samuel Barnett and Elijah Wood!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

The star of two (almost three) beloved Douglas Adams novels!

Written by executive producer of the TV series Arvind Ethan David!

Executive produced by Max Landis (Chronicle and Superman: American Alien), the writer of the BBC America TV series!

Each issue will have a photo cover featuring the cast of the show!

Variant cover by Robert Hack!

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Donald and Mickey: The Persistence of Mickey

Writers: Andrea “Casty” Castellan, Giorgio Cavazzano, Roberto Gagnor, Mau Heymans, William Van Horn, Byron Erickson, Joe Torcivia Artists: Andrea “Casty” Castellan, Giorgio Cavazzano, Roberto Gagnor, Mau Heymans, William Van Horn, Byron Erickson, Joe Torcivia Cover Artist: Giorgio Cavazzano

Hello, Dali! When Walt Disney and famed abstract artist Salvador Dali teamed up in 1946, they birthed a famed cartoon featurette called Destino… that wouldn’t be seen until decades after its inception! How come? Would you believe—Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy invaded Dali’s outrageous world of art, and turned Uncle Walt’s plans even abstract-er than before! Then stick around for more action with Donald, Mickey, and the whole Walt Disney’s Comics and Stories supporting cast! Donald and evil Argus McSwine clash as demolition derby drivers in “Roadhogs,” and as super hot curry chefs in “You Vindaloo, You Lose a Few!” Then, in “Night of the Living Text,” Mickey and Goofy learn they’re really living in a comic book—or are they? Collects Walt Disney’s Comics and Stories #733-735.

TPB • FC • $12.99 • 124 pages • 6” x 9” • ISBN: 978-1-63140-833-5

Bullet points:

Mickey and Donald and… Salvador Dali?! Oh my!

Advance solicited for March release!

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Ghostbusters 101 #1

Writer: Erik Burnham Artist: Dan Schoening Cover Artist: Dan Schoening

“Let’s Do The Space-Warp Again!” Before they began investigating the supernatural, most of the original Ghostbusters were teachers… and they’ve decided it’s time they start sharing their knowledge again. But when their first batch of students start poking around the firehouse and accidentally set in motion the merging of two universes (it’s easier than you’d think) Venkman, Stantz, Zeddemore, and Spengler will need all the help they can get to put things right! And who do you think will Answer The Call? (If you guessed Holtzmann, Yates, Tolan, and Gilbert… you get a gold star!) It’s a brand new inter-dimensional meeting of the minds, starting here!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

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Straight outta the 2016 film, the Answer the Call Ghostbusters make their comic book debut! Abby, Patty, Erin and Holtzmann join forces with Winston, Egon, Ray and Venkman for some bombastic ghostbustin’ insanity!

Written and illustrated by the fan-favorite and critically-acclaimed creative team of Erik Burnham, Dan Schoening and Luis Antonio Delgado.

Featuring the first of six-interconnected covers by Schoening and Delgado.

Retailer incentive covers feature photos of the Original and ATF Ghostbusters casts!

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G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #237

Writer: Larry Hama Artist: S L Gallant Cover Artist: S L Gallant

Destro’s plan catches G.I. JOE’s attention, but the Scottish weapon master is determined to get the Real American Heroes off his tail!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

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Helena Crash #1

Writer: Fabian Rangel, Jr. Artist: Warwick Johnson-Cadwell Cover Artist: Warwick Johnson-Cadwell

From writer Fabian Rangel Jr (Space Riders) and artist Warwick Johnson-Cadwell (Tank Girl) comes a new pulse pounding, caffeine fueled, sword swinging, machine-gun firing, car crashing sci-fi adventure comic! In a future where coffee is illegal, Helena is a courier, delivering black market goods to anyone who can afford her services. When Rojo, a ruthless crime boss, asks her to assassinate his rival, the alien mobster known as White Demon, Helena finds herself in the middle of a gang war! To survive, Helena must use all of her skills, and seek help from her friends to stay ahead of her enemies!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Pour yourself a cup of coffee and get ready for HELENA CRASH!

With a variant cover by HEADLOPPER’s ANDREW MACLEAN!

Variant cover by Warwick Johnson-Cadwell!

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Jem: The Misfits #3

Writers: Kelly Thompson, Sophie Campbell Artist: Jenn St. Onge Cover Artist: M. Victoria Robado

OUR SONGS ARE BETTER Part Three! Before Blaze was a Misfit she was their biggest fan, but now that she IS a Misfit it’s not quite what she expected and may be more than she bargained for.

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Learn about Blaze’s life pre-Misfits!

And which Misfit was a country music fan…omg…was it more than one!?

A special variant cover by Sophie Campbell!

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Judge Dredd: Cry of the Werewolf

Writer: John Wagner & Alan Grant Artist: Steve Dillon Cover Artist: Steve Dillon

Re-presenting the classic tale that inspired this month’s Judge Dredd: Deviations! In the full-blooded horror of “Cry of the Werewolf,” Judge Dredd must descend into the Undercity to investigate how a flesh-eating werewolf ended up in Mega-City One and make sure no others make their way to the surface.

B&W • 48 pages • $5.99

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Judge Dredd: Deviations

Writer: John McCrea Artist: John McCrea Cover Artist: John McCrea

In a world where Judge Dredd turned into a werewolf… and stayed that way! The legendary creator of Dogwelder, John McCrea, takes a sideways look at one of the more celebrated Dredd stories, “Cry of the Werewolf” by John Wagner & Alan Grant and the late, great Steve Dillon. Brace yourself for… “Howl of the Wolf!”

FC • 40 pages • $4.99

Bullet points:

Check out the Mash-up variant!

Find out what happens in a world… where Judge Dredd turned into a werewolf—and stayed that way!

Part of IDW’s Deviations five-week event!

Variant cover b Ryan Brown!

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Michael Recycle #1 (of 4)

Writer: Eleanor Wharton Artists: Alexandra Colombo & Thomas Zahler Cover Artist: Alexandra Colombo

Join environmentally conscious kid crusader Michael Recycle as he makes the eco-friendly leap from books to comics! Michael’s green adventures are about to get a whole lot messier when he faces threats to Earth’s environment from all over the globe. In the premiere issue, Michael and Solar Lola team up with Bootleg Peg to stop the polar ice caps from completely melting in “Mission Meltdown”! Can the trio save the residents of the North Pole before it’s too late?

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Young readers who have enjoyed the Michael Recycle books and their eco-friendly messages can now thrill to more adventures in comic-book form!

Children are becoming more and more aware of the environment around them, and Michael’s green tips help them become responsible at an early age.

Alexandra Colombo’s charming art will captivate readers of all ages.

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Michael Wm. Kaluta’s Starstruck: Artist’s Edition HC—SPOTLIGHT

Writer: Elaine Lee Artist: Michael Wm. Kaluta Cover Artist: Michael Wm. Kaluta

Michael Kaluta is one of the most revered and versatile artist’s in comics and illustration. He is frequently recognized as the definitive artist of The Shadow, has been praised for his Lord of the Rings paintings, and illustrated the Metropolis novel. He was also part of the legendary artist’s collective (along with Jeff Jones, Barry Windsor-Smith, and Bernie Wrightson) known simply as THE STUDIO.

But if any project is closest to the artist’s heart it would be Starstruck, an ongoing space-fantasy that began in the pages of Heavy Metal Magazine in 1982, was a Marvel Comics Graphic Novel in 1984, and several series’ of comics from various publishers in the 1980s and ‘90s. Starstruck is still a work in progress and IDW Publishing will release a new series in early 2017, with expanded stories by Lee and Kaluta.

HC • BW • $150.00 • 144 pages • 12” x 17” • ISBN: 978-1-63140-847-2

Bullet points:

Like all Artist’s Editions, the pages have been scanned from the original art—thus offering the reader the best possible viewing experience of Kaluta’s magnificent artwork.

Advance solicited for February release!

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My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #52

Writer: James Asmus Artist: Tony Fleecs Cover Artist: Tony Fleecs

Twilight and friends dive into the secret history of Equestria to find out the origin of the new villain, Shadowlock!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

A look into the past that will hint at the future!

Variant cover by Valentina Pinto!

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Optimus Prime #5

Writer: John Barber Artist: Kei Zama Cover Artist: Kei Zama

NEW CYBERTRON! It’s battleground: Earth once more, as the uneasy peace between Optimus’ forces, the Junkions, and G.I. Joe collapses amidst betrayals and subterfuge. Will Optimus Prime and Pyra Magna be able to put aside their differences—or is war really the only way forward?

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Variant cover by E.J. Su!

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Star Trek/Green Lantern Vol 2 #4

Writer: Mike Johnson Artist: Angel Hernandez Cover Artist: Angel Hernandez

It’s a race between the forces of good and evil! The first to reach the only Power Battery in the universe will control the destiny of all worlds! Can Hal Jordan and the crew of the Enterprise beat Sinestro and his allies to the ultimate prize?

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

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Following the blockbuster success of last year’s Star Trek/Green Lantern, DC Entertainment and IDW once again bring you the best team-up in the galaxy!

Variant cover by Isaac Goodhart!

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Superman: The Golden Age Newspaper Dailies: 1942-1944

Writers: Jerry Siegel, Whitney Ellsworth Artists: Joe Shuster, Wayne Boring Cover Artist: Pete Poplaski

Our premiere volume of Golden Age Superman dailies includes all strips from February 16, 1942 through October 28, 1944, and features the first appearance of the mischievous Mr. Mxyzptlk, the menace of The Monocle, the nefarious No Name, Miss Dreamface, “King” Jimmy Olsen, and the kidnapping of Santa Claus! More than 800 daily strips that are collected for the first time since their original appearance in newspapers more than 70 years ago!

HC • B&W • $49.99 • 288 pages • 11” x 8.5” • ISBN: 978-1-63140-383-5

Bullet points:

Collected for the first time!

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #68

Writers: Tom Waltz, Kevin Eastman Artist: Mateus Santolouco Cover Artist: Mateus Santolouco

“Desperate Measures” Part 2! The Mutanimals have been defeated and the Turtles are next in line! Which mutant will turn on his friends to survive, and which will risk everything to help another?

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Bishop’s gambit kicks into high gear!

Variant cover by Jakub Rebelka!

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Transformers vs G.I. JOE: The Movie Adaptation

Writer: Tom Scioli Artist: Tom Scioli Cover Artist: Tom Scioli

Imagine a world where the greatest comic book crossover of all time inspires a movie adaptation… and that movie adaptation inspires its own comic book! Visionary writer-artist Tom Scioli returns to the weird world of Transformers vs. G.I. Joe and brings an even weirder twist to this new story: what would the comic book adaptation of the movie version of the comic book look like? It’s time to find out in the most epic, scintillating, off-the-wall, exciting comic of 2017!

FC • 40 pages • $4.99

Bullet points:

Tom Scioli’s spectacular vision returns!

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Wynonna Earp Legends: The Earp Sisters #4

Writers: Beau Smith & Melanie Scrofano Artist: Chris Evenhuis Cover Artist: Chris Evenhuis

Wynonna Earp has faced Werewolves, Zombies, Revenants—but she’s never faced a choice this hard: when Waverly comes into her dangerous world, will Wynonna accept her sister’s choices or will Wynonna choose to protect her at all costs, even if it means pushing her away?

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Co-written by Wynonna Earp herself, Melanie Scrofano!

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IDW Publishing Previews for 3-22-2017

Some amazing titles from the Dub this week, and we have your looks at them all. Here’s the IDW Publishing Previews for 3-22-2017.

IDW Publishing Previews for 3-22-2017 Some amazing titles from the Dub this week, and we have your looks at them all. Here's the IDW Publishing Previews for 3-22-2017.

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inevitablemoment · 1 year ago

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When They Point To The Pictures [ch. 2]

Word Count: 731

Warnings: Estrangement, broken friendships, feelings of betrayal, brief reference to notorious mass suicide, referenced PTSD, fear of dogs, past panic attack

Fandom: Ghostbusters

Pairings: Peter Venkman x Dana Barrett, Egon Spengler x Cathleen Paige

I love writing Mom!Dana. And it’s not just because Sigourney Weaver is Mother.

Enjoy!

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“Hey, Mom?” the voice of her oldest son interrupted her as she was tuning up her cello.

“Yes, Oscar? What is it?” Dana asked, setting her instrument and bow aside.

“Why don’t Uncle Egon and Auntie Cath come around anymore?” Oscar asked.

Dana looked at her son, wondering where this had come from. He had stopped asking questions about Egon and Cathleen less than a year after they had left for God only knew where, so she and Peter hadn’t anticipated it coming up again anytime soon.

“Even after we moved here, Uncle Ray and Aunt Willow still visit with Addison and Natalie, and even Uncle Winston and Aunt Tiyah come sometimes,” Oscar explained. “But... you told me that Uncle Egon and Aunt Cath moved really far away, with Aunt Janine and Uncle Louis.”

Then, he asked the question that even though she thought that she knew the answer, she still asked herself every single time she thought of them.

“Why did they leave?”

Dana sighed, moving onto the couch and taking Oscar into her lap-- something that she hadn’t done since before she was pregnant with Kelly. Oscar had been so insistent that he was too old to sit on his mother’s lap, but he wasn’t fighting her over it right now.

“Oscar, it’s... it’s a little complicated,” she tried that for a beginning.

Oscar sighed. “Mom, that’s what grown-ups always say when they don’t want to talk about something.”

“No, I do want to talk,” Dana told him. “You see... about a year after your cousin Marie was born, the both of them and your Aunt Janine started talking about these... nightmares that they’d been having. And over that time until Andrew and Addison were born, they started to... believe some things that were pretty... pretty...”

“Like that cult last year that killed themselves?” Oscar asked.

Dana winced, remembering how Oscar and Andrew had accidentally caught glimpses of the news coverage of the Heaven’s Gate cult’s mass suicide.

“No,” she quickly answered. “Not like a cult. But, they were starting to scare us. And... you know how I told you about how I met Dad? And how that’s why I get nervous around big dogs?”

“Yeah,” Oscar nodded.

“Well, Uncle Egon started to say some things that reminded me of that,” Dana explained. “And I started to have an anxiety attack, and your father got mad at him for causing it. He did apologize, but... the next day, they were gone. Cath left a note, but she didn’t tell us where they went.”

She purposely omitted how immediately after her panic attack, Cathleen had gone to Ray and Willow’s place to confront them on how they didn’t believe Egon, and she and Willow had gotten into a physical fight.

“So they left... like my birth dad,” Oscar said it as if it were plain as day. “I’m mad at them.”

“Well, you wouldn’t be alone,” Dana remarked.

“Is that why their pictures were taken out of my baby book?”

Dana nodded. “Yeah. Your-- your dad and Uncle Ray were so mad at them that they wanted to forget that they ever knew them, so... that’s exactly what they tried to do.”

She took a deep breath.

“Oscar... I don’t blame you if you want to be mad at Uncle Egon and Aunt Cath,” Dana said. “But, they were still a big part of our lives. When I was having a hard time taking care of you, they did step up to help me. And they helped me save you. If it weren’t for them... you wouldn’t be you anymore. You wouldn’t have grown into this amazing boy that you are, and I’m grateful for that. But it still doesn’t excuse how much they’ve hurt us. So, if you want to be mad at them, you can.”

Oscar nodded. “Okay.”

“But, remember... by forgiving them, that makes you the better person,” Dana told him.

“Okay.”

The door opened, and Peter walked in. Like Pavlov’s dog, Kelly recognized the sound all the way from where she had been playing and stumbled into the living room on her tiny legs to greet him as she squealed with delight. Andrew rushed downstairs, too.

“Hey, Osco,” Peter greeted. “So, you and Mom talking about something?”

Oscar looked down at his hands before looking up at his father again. “No, just... just talking about nothing.”

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Some amazing titles from the Dub this week, and we have your looks at them all. Here’s the IDW Publishing Previews for 3-22-2017.

BATMAN/TMNT Adventures #5

Writer: Matthew K. Manning Artist: Jon Sommariva Cover Artist: Jon Sommariva

The surprising conclusion to the hit all-ages crossover! Surprising alliances are formed and friendships are tested as the villain behind the cross-dimensional chaos is revealed!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Don’t miss the finale to the series everyone is talking about!

Variant cover by Jeff Matsuda

Brutal Nature: Concrete Fury #1

Writer: Luciano Saracino Artist: Ariel Olivetti Cover Artist: Ariel Olivetti

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

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The beautifully painted story continues, featuring art by comics superstar Ariel Olivetti!

Dirk Gently: The Salmon of Doubt #6

Writer: Arvind Ethan David Artist: Ilias Kyriazis Cover Artist: Ilias Kyriazis

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

The star of two (almost three) beloved Douglas Adams novels!

Written by executive producer of the TV series Arvind Ethan David!

Executive produced by Max Landis (Chronicle and Superman: American Alien), the writer of the BBC America TV series!

Each issue will have a photo cover featuring the cast of the show!

Variant cover by Robert Hack!

Donald and Mickey: The Persistence of Mickey

TPB • FC • $12.99 • 124 pages • 6” x 9” • ISBN: 978-1-63140-833-5

Bullet points:

Mickey and Donald and… Salvador Dali?! Oh my!

Advance solicited for March release!

Ghostbusters 101 #1

Writer: Erik Burnham Artist: Dan Schoening Cover Artist: Dan Schoening

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Written and illustrated by the fan-favorite and critically-acclaimed creative team of Erik Burnham, Dan Schoening and Luis Antonio Delgado.

Featuring the first of six-interconnected covers by Schoening and Delgado.

Retailer incentive covers feature photos of the Original and ATF Ghostbusters casts!

G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #237

Writer: Larry Hama Artist: S L Gallant Cover Artist: S L Gallant

Destro’s plan catches G.I. JOE’s attention, but the Scottish weapon master is determined to get the Real American Heroes off his tail!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Helena Crash #1

Writer: Fabian Rangel, Jr. Artist: Warwick Johnson-Cadwell Cover Artist: Warwick Johnson-Cadwell

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Pour yourself a cup of coffee and get ready for HELENA CRASH!

With a variant cover by HEADLOPPER’s ANDREW MACLEAN!

Variant cover by Warwick Johnson-Cadwell!

Jem: The Misfits #3

Writers: Kelly Thompson, Sophie Campbell Artist: Jenn St. Onge Cover Artist: M. Victoria Robado

OUR SONGS ARE BETTER Part Three! Before Blaze was a Misfit she was their biggest fan, but now that she IS a Misfit it’s not quite what she expected and may be more than she bargained for.

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Learn about Blaze’s life pre-Misfits!

And which Misfit was a country music fan…omg…was it more than one!?

A special variant cover by Sophie Campbell!

Judge Dredd: Cry of the Werewolf

Writer: John Wagner & Alan Grant Artist: Steve Dillon Cover Artist: Steve Dillon

B&W • 48 pages • $5.99

Judge Dredd: Deviations

Writer: John McCrea Artist: John McCrea Cover Artist: John McCrea

FC • 40 pages • $4.99

Bullet points:

Check out the Mash-up variant!

Find out what happens in a world… where Judge Dredd turned into a werewolf—and stayed that way!

Part of IDW’s Deviations five-week event!

Variant cover b Ryan Brown!

Michael Recycle #1 (of 4)

Writer: Eleanor Wharton Artists: Alexandra Colombo & Thomas Zahler Cover Artist: Alexandra Colombo

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Young readers who have enjoyed the Michael Recycle books and their eco-friendly messages can now thrill to more adventures in comic-book form!

Children are becoming more and more aware of the environment around them, and Michael’s green tips help them become responsible at an early age.

Alexandra Colombo’s charming art will captivate readers of all ages.

Michael Wm. Kaluta’s Starstruck: Artist’s Edition HC—SPOTLIGHT

Writer: Elaine Lee Artist: Michael Wm. Kaluta Cover Artist: Michael Wm. Kaluta

HC • BW • $150.00 • 144 pages • 12” x 17” • ISBN: 978-1-63140-847-2

Bullet points:

Like all Artist’s Editions, the pages have been scanned from the original art—thus offering the reader the best possible viewing experience of Kaluta’s magnificent artwork.

Advance solicited for February release!

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #52

Writer: James Asmus Artist: Tony Fleecs Cover Artist: Tony Fleecs

Twilight and friends dive into the secret history of Equestria to find out the origin of the new villain, Shadowlock!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

A look into the past that will hint at the future!

Variant cover by Valentina Pinto!

Optimus Prime #5

Writer: John Barber Artist: Kei Zama Cover Artist: Kei Zama

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Variant cover by E.J. Su!

Star Trek/Green Lantern Vol 2 #4

Writer: Mike Johnson Artist: Angel Hernandez Cover Artist: Angel Hernandez

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Following the blockbuster success of last year’s Star Trek/Green Lantern, DC Entertainment and IDW once again bring you the best team-up in the galaxy!

Variant cover by Isaac Goodhart!

Superman: The Golden Age Newspaper Dailies: 1942-1944

Writers: Jerry Siegel, Whitney Ellsworth Artists: Joe Shuster, Wayne Boring Cover Artist: Pete Poplaski

HC • B&W • $49.99 • 288 pages • 11” x 8.5” • ISBN: 978-1-63140-383-5

Bullet points:

Collected for the first time!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #68

Writers: Tom Waltz, Kevin Eastman Artist: Mateus Santolouco Cover Artist: Mateus Santolouco

“Desperate Measures” Part 2! The Mutanimals have been defeated and the Turtles are next in line! Which mutant will turn on his friends to survive, and which will risk everything to help another?

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:

Bishop’s gambit kicks into high gear!

Variant cover by Jakub Rebelka!

Transformers vs G.I. JOE: The Movie Adaptation

Writer: Tom Scioli Artist: Tom Scioli Cover Artist: Tom Scioli

FC • 40 pages • $4.99

Bullet points:

Tom Scioli’s spectacular vision returns!

Wynonna Earp Legends: The Earp Sisters #4

Writers: Beau Smith & Melanie Scrofano Artist: Chris Evenhuis Cover Artist: Chris Evenhuis

FC • 32 pages • $3.99

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Co-written by Wynonna Earp herself, Melanie Scrofano!

via IDW Publishing

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