Current Event
Limerick Contest
Yes, you heard me right. A limerick contest. And we have to have a few rules or there would be mass mayhem, hysteria, and a few other big words I might not want to mention because it would give you ideas. Puck might enjoy whatever happens, but I''m not sure Chaeval or I or the Wood''s residents would.
1. Only one limerick entry per critter.
2. Gaia ToS apply so abide by them. Please remember that others do read these boards sometimes and abide by the normal limits that are already set.
3. Do not copy anyone else''s wording or idea. We will frown on that.
4. Verboten.
5. Have fun. Be creative or face the wrath of... Puck? XD
6. Be nice.
7. We reserve the right to change things should it become necessary.
The contest begins now (7-30-05 and ends on 08-20-05 at 12 PM EST). Another note, you do not have to post it immediately. Think about what you want to write your limerick about before you just post something. You have 3 entire weeks to come up with something. That''s plenty of time.
You can roleplay your pet making it up or you can roleplay them doing something but write it as a limerick.
Don''t understand entirely what a limerick is?
"A light, humorous style of fixed form poetry. Its usual form consists of five lines with the rhyme scheme aabba; lines 1, 2, and 5 contain three feet, while lines 3 and 4 usually contain two feet. Limericks range in subject matter from the silly to the obscene..." as defined by Glossary of Literary Terms
An example:
MERLIN AND THE FIRE DRAGON TRICK
King Arthur has old Merlin sought,
The magician foresees why he''s brought;
"I know all you desire,
I will assist, sire,
I''ve given the matter great thought.
The king smiles with amazed delight,
"The prince is five in a fortnight.
A nice magic show.
A half hour or so.
But no tricks that will cause the kids fright."
Merlin frowns and is slightly insulted,
"Last year you were fully consulted.
A minor mistake.
That kid in the lake.
Just a bit small to be catapulted."
The king nods and speaks very sweetly,
"His mother forgave you completely.
Just take more care.
A big crowd will be there.
It''s important the show goes off neatly."
Merlin smiles and describes his new trick,
"This trick is the best I could pick.
A dragon appears.
Smoke pours from his ears.
His breath lights a large candlestick."
The king is unsure when he''s done,
Fire dragons are something to shun;
"There must be no hassle.
Don''t burn down the castle.
No guests set on fire for fun!
Copyright 1997 by Joel D. Ash - - All Rights Reserved
Yes, you heard me right. A limerick contest. And we have to have a few rules or there would be mass mayhem, hysteria, and a few other big words I might not want to mention because it would give you ideas. Puck might enjoy whatever happens, but I''m not sure Chaeval or I or the Wood''s residents would.
1. Only one limerick entry per critter.
2. Gaia ToS apply so abide by them. Please remember that others do read these boards sometimes and abide by the normal limits that are already set.
3. Do not copy anyone else''s wording or idea. We will frown on that.
4. Verboten.
5. Have fun. Be creative or face the wrath of... Puck? XD
6. Be nice.
7. We reserve the right to change things should it become necessary.
The contest begins now (7-30-05 and ends on 08-20-05 at 12 PM EST). Another note, you do not have to post it immediately. Think about what you want to write your limerick about before you just post something. You have 3 entire weeks to come up with something. That''s plenty of time.
You can roleplay your pet making it up or you can roleplay them doing something but write it as a limerick.
Don''t understand entirely what a limerick is?
"A light, humorous style of fixed form poetry. Its usual form consists of five lines with the rhyme scheme aabba; lines 1, 2, and 5 contain three feet, while lines 3 and 4 usually contain two feet. Limericks range in subject matter from the silly to the obscene..." as defined by Glossary of Literary Terms
An example:
MERLIN AND THE FIRE DRAGON TRICK
King Arthur has old Merlin sought,
The magician foresees why he''s brought;
"I know all you desire,
I will assist, sire,
I''ve given the matter great thought.
The king smiles with amazed delight,
"The prince is five in a fortnight.
A nice magic show.
A half hour or so.
But no tricks that will cause the kids fright."
Merlin frowns and is slightly insulted,
"Last year you were fully consulted.
A minor mistake.
That kid in the lake.
Just a bit small to be catapulted."
The king nods and speaks very sweetly,
"His mother forgave you completely.
Just take more care.
A big crowd will be there.
It''s important the show goes off neatly."
Merlin smiles and describes his new trick,
"This trick is the best I could pick.
A dragon appears.
Smoke pours from his ears.
His breath lights a large candlestick."
The king is unsure when he''s done,
Fire dragons are something to shun;
"There must be no hassle.
Don''t burn down the castle.
No guests set on fire for fun!
Copyright 1997 by Joel D. Ash - - All Rights Reserved
Contestants
Pixie65 Pg. 1
Rewards
1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
