smalul Report post Posted February 21, 2007 I already did a search in the forum but didn't come up with anything, so I thought I might post this here. I think it would be nice to know some of the motives this game is based upon. So far I've noticed Babylon 5, Monty Python, and even Alice in Wonderland (a mushroom that makes you small and big). Are there others, and if so - what are they? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cycloonx Report post Posted February 21, 2007 A mushroom that makes you small and big? I don't get it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smalul Report post Posted February 21, 2007 A mushroom that makes you small and big? I don't get it What don't you get? The reference or the existence of such a mushroom in the game (it's there, it takes you to a secret place, the text reads you eat the mushroom and become small and then big again). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cycloonx Report post Posted February 21, 2007 Oh ok, never seen the message I think... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bkc56 Report post Posted February 21, 2007 So far I've noticed Babylon 5... What's the B5 reference you've noticed? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Acelon Report post Posted February 21, 2007 Those are just examples of what the gaming industry affectionately called "Easter Eggs". Easter Eggs are real life references, or another outside reference used for amusement. Most games have Easter Eggs hidden throughout the game, you just have to find them. As for the mushroom thing, I wasn't trying to make an easter egg, but Alice in Wonderland is what gave me the idea. You can also look at outside sources for ideas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cho-yun Report post Posted February 21, 2007 what is B5 and the MP easter egg? might have seen it but i donno what they are lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Acelon Report post Posted February 21, 2007 what is B5 and the MP easter egg? might have seen it but i donno what they are lol Wow cho..the MP easter egg is the most obvious... Fluffy Rabbit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
conavar Report post Posted February 21, 2007 what is B5 and the MP easter egg? might have seen it but i donno what they are lol Wow cho..the MP easter egg is the most obvious... Fluffy Rabbit Yep .. Im still looking for the Jaberwocky and the Knights that say Ni .............. *checks shrubery* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Entropy Report post Posted February 21, 2007 So far I've noticed Babylon 5... What's the B5 reference you've noticed? We didn't really do the winery quest, did we? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bkc56 Report post Posted February 21, 2007 What's the B5 reference you've noticed? We didn't really do the winery quest, did we? No, "we" haven't done that one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Entropy Report post Posted February 21, 2007 Well, maybe "we" should. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smalul Report post Posted February 21, 2007 Oh, I've also seen a sword in a rock somewhere... So what other references are there, or at least to what shows/movies/books do the other "Easter Eggs" refer to? I think it would be nice to know, so if we find such an "Easter Egg", we could understand the context (please remember the players here come from all over the world, and not everyone has the same cultural background). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Acelon Report post Posted February 21, 2007 Oh, I've also seen a sword in a rock somewhere... So what other references are there, or at least to what shows/movies/books do the other "Easter Eggs" refer to? I think it would be nice to know, so if we find such an "Easter Egg", we could understand the context (please remember the players here come from all over the world, and not everyone has the same cultural background). They are for players to find on their own...and to enjoy on their own. We don't want to ruin it for others Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pennifuin Report post Posted February 22, 2007 aw i got all excited...i thought this was going to be an in depth discussion on what motivates players and hopefully open up some interesting gameplay discourse (to aid the developers in creating an even more enthralling game...) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redsoxlovr10 Report post Posted February 22, 2007 hey... I think I might have found one... I don't mean to be extremly obvious but #beam me up is from Star Treck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mugwump Report post Posted February 22, 2007 And salmon on a stick? Must be a reference to the Wisconsin State Fair.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MagnuesiuM Report post Posted February 22, 2007 Erm im completely lost. ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ikaris Report post Posted February 22, 2007 (edited) ummmm... mugwump I called it fishonnastick ages ago ... but whatever... <and give brew a brew in passing if you could... he's a bit long in the tooth> Edited February 22, 2007 by Ikaris Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cho-yun Report post Posted February 22, 2007 (edited) Havent watched MP and no ideas what b5 is Edited February 22, 2007 by cho-yun Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Entropy Report post Posted February 22, 2007 B5 is Babylon 5. My favorite TV show ever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pyewacket Report post Posted February 22, 2007 Is Tanyia the Easter egg for timebandits? o.0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
conavar Report post Posted February 22, 2007 Havent watched MP and no ideas what b5 is OMG you havent seen. MP's Holy Grail or Life of Brian you havent lived lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redsoxlovr10 Report post Posted February 22, 2007 Maybe we should have a holy hand grenade to Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bkc56 Report post Posted February 22, 2007 Pie Iesu domine, dona eis requiem. <thunk> Entropy: we're currently working our way through the entire B5 dvd collection which I got for Christmas (about half way through season 1). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
