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Originally posted by TheKhanzumer
Sorry to break it to you Tybie but BS and S'mo BS aren't words in a slig languge. They stand for "bull s***" and "some more bull s***". That is easier than trying to write the sound they make.
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thanks for the heads up, Khanz!
I always assumed it stood for bull s*** but I had hoped it meant like "smalltalk" in a slig language. Thanks for the clarification.
As for discussing Sligly Education, I'd be willing to post it!
Here's some starter questions to get the brain juices flowing:
1. Crig works as a writer. Does this outlet of self-expression make him more self-aware than other sligs? We know from the Dear Alf letters that he has often *openly* accused glukkons of being unfair, greedy shmucks. Is he more in touch with his Native spirit?
2. Although most sligs only feel safe with other sligs, the Valet hangs out with Lulu 24/7. He is constantly surrounded by glukkons, vykkers, and interns. Has he developed a trust in these species, or is he just better trained at controlling his fear? Considering how much more powerful these species are compared to him alone, he operates very smoothly and confidently. From MO's Good Ending, we know that he feels free to dance, talk, and schmooz in front of these other species. He can be seen verbally expressing his emotions to his boss. What kinds of training could have prepared him for this? Was he born a Performer-type, or can any slig be trained to this level of self-confidence?
3. Again, the Newscaster is very self-confident and camera-comfortable. He uses the mic as various things, showing creativity and a strong sense of humor and/or boredom. His voice rings with enthusiasm--something most sligs don't have for their jobs. What is it about newscating that makes *this* slig so excited? Why does he care? What makes him feel safe enough to put his individuality out in the firing-zone of Glukkon Hope-Crushers?
ok, that's just a little starter. I know my posts are long and tedious, but please bear with me.
Let's hear some feedback