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To: DinoSlayer, Jerrald, PastelGothPower, DiploLover, RelatingHen
From: Ben
DinoSlayer, well, that’s kind of what I mean. I don’t know if you’ve written stories here in the past before on the DDEX, but I’m assuming that if you have you probably didn’t finish them (as most people haven’t, not too big a deal). If you lack passion or a specific vision in mind for what this story will even be about, then it’s not gonna be too fun once you actually start working on it even if you’ve done similar things in the past before.
Jerrald, I am excited for the next chapter of The Island!
Pastel, honestly not being as active is completely understandable and fair if you have a 5 min time limit
DiploLover, you’re back! I had a feeling. It’s nice to see you back, and I’m glad you can work on your story again. You probably saw my now unofficial continuation of your story in the Diplocaulus section; I only managed to get to Chapter 40 (it was gonna end at Chapter 50), but I think for the sake of finishing what I started I will probably finish that up, so don’t be alarmed or anything if you see more of those in the Diplocaulus section. Anyway, I read Chapter 37 and it was cool seeing the others’ reactions to Apollo coming back to the group. I’m assuming Apollo will keep that hood of his if he doesn’t want anyone else to find out (besides the Prophecy Wolves), especially someone like Adira, since that would mean to them that time travel is possible. I’m also curious to see what happened to the CloudPaws, I’m assuming there’s some answer to that (perhaps the humans attacked them? Or the Yutyrannus). Also wondering how your interpretation of the man goes (the one that ordered KJ around). I had one for Silent Funeral, but I’m still curious to see how your version (and the true canon) is. I’m excited for Chapter 38 and I’m guessing the next chapters will be in a Carnivore Island creature.
RelatingHen, Chapter 41 of JTAC was cool! I like how the Creator talks in morse code, and also the aftermath of Nal’s “death”. I feel bad for Dorack, tho i dont think being broken is the correct way to describe him. A more realistic diction would be just to have Sodden ask if he’s still grieving or mourning, since theres nothing flawed about missing what once was. Also interesting to see that White Mask’s attribute is detecting trails, now im curious to see Red Mask’s attribute (who seems the more competent of the two). I do think it wouldve made it more intriguing if White mask didnt reveal his attribute through dialogue, since realistically Red Mask already knows his attribute. Maybe through his POV he couldve seen an opaque trail in his vision. Anyway ive also been likjng the description of character appearances. I hope to see more of that in the future, its been hard imagining the characters looks (since they havent had any, not even Sodden). i struggle with character design a lot too but i know youll cook up some interesting ones for Them aight thats all laters
To: SangToareGirl, DiploLover, and RelatingHen
From: Ben, & KM
Hey, saw the new chapters that came out, so I wanted to give my thoughts out for those.
SangToareGirl, I managed to catch up with The Five Talons of Aberration. So I’m telling from the setting that it takes place in Aberration (the MC Kiri has an Yi Ling and the title is based off of it). It seems that some sort of town had been built in the caves of Aberration, which Kiri is situated in. The Five Talons mentioned in the title are probably some dangerous/powerful artifacts of sorts that will be used to accomplish a goal or secure/save the world. The prologue was mysterious but very fun to decipher. The town in Chapter 1 may be linked to the Prologue, as it seems the woman in the Prologue was thrown in the pit by the villagers of the town. I’m guessing the creature that was hunting her was a Nameless, as the appearance matches (i think) and it’s described that she climbed out of the shadowy place of “no names”, which correlates to Nameless. I do not think the girl in the Prologue is the same as Kiri, but I’m sure they’ll meet (if they are different people). Anyway it’s cool so far, we can’t wait to read the rest.
DiploLover, Chapter 9 was really cool and ominous, especially Astra’s nightmare. When Shadow mentioned “powers beyond” it makes us think that there’s more than just FrostPaws and FlamePaws and whatever other Paws there are. Perhaps it’s linked to Pax’s time powers, as I don’t think a ‘TimePaw’ would be a thing (time and the elements are on completely different leagues). Also, makes us wonder why Shadow made Astra do all of the work if he’s that powerful. I suppose laziness gets to the best of us. Also I guess the main ship will be Astra and Prince anyway… sorry Pax. We’re not exactly kicking our feet and giggling, but we think it’s fun nonetheless. Anyway, cool chapter, we’ll be around for Chap 10.
RelatingHen, thanks for letting me know that Terad is Level 100. So for some reason I thought Terad had died when it was actually Sodden? I just misread it. Also it was cool to see how the respawn mechanics worked for the other humans: they lose all of their levels, which is why Sodden and Rod were so low level when the Giga killed them. It was an epic battle though for Chapter 10, and really fun to read. It was nice to see that Terad and Rod sorta made up for what happened. I’m still curious about who Rod’s old tribe/boss was, I’m supposing we see them in Aberration segment of the story. This is definitely gonna be a lengthy story, but we have the assurance you have the resilience and willpower to march through and finish it. Oh yeah, we were also pleased to see hints at meeting other tribes at the end of the chapter. It’d be nice to see their opinions on the other characters, as we haven’t really gotten any new characters so far. I hope we run into Dundo and Nesan again at some point, since I believe we haven’t seen them since the Carcha Incident. Anyway, we’re intrigued to see how Section 2 / Part 2 of the story goes!
To Moon: I know you said you would be gone for a week, but p l e a s e I beg of you release the new chapterrrrr *on knees*
Ack I should be more patient but the cliffhangers are killing meeeeeee!!!!
😫😵
I’m sorry...
Moonbeam looks like she might explain the rune thingy...
I’m hoping she does.
Anyway enjoy your vacation!!! (Or whatever you’re doing)
-Your Biggest Most Impatient Fan
sorry....
82 is ouuuuuuuuuut I hope yu guys like iiiiit
Also, awesome chapter Ben, would like to suggest you start it in Aquatics or Aerial or any other Alphabetical group. I would very much appreciate it, but anywhere is fine I guess.
And look out for 83 very soon!
(P.S, PastelGothPower, I’m so happy you remembered Blizzard! I am not quite sure I will write about her, but if anyone wants to make a story for her, they can!)
—Moon
Rockdrake Lover, alright, sorry if my message seemed rude. I just had my last straw with Megaraptorids getting called raptors. Also have you got to play ASS yet?
SpecialRaptor, glad to see you!! We definitely missed having ya!!!!
Aston, I am currently working on reading KOTW!!! I’ll probably catch up later today and let you know what my thoughts are!!!!
Sylveevee, I need to read your chapter here next too!!! Sorry, meant to earlier!!!!
Alright, fading away for a time!!!
Until Next Time!!!
-PrimalApex:)
To: DinoSlayer, Duke, Sylveevee, Wyvernian, PrimalApex, Break-it, RelatingHen8906
From: Ben
Before we begin, For MrGhostGamer and Break-it, RelatingHen has joined TOT so he will be writing soon and he cycles after Break it
DinoSlayer, you could write a story if you wanted to, but if you’re only gonna write for the sake of writing I wouldn’t recommend.
Duke, I will be waiting patiently for when FAF Chapter 5 comes out.
Sylveevee, Chapter 4 of SOH was great! Yes, you are up next for TOT.
Wyvernian, the finale for OOS and Chapter 2 of LOp was awesome!
PrimalApex, I am currently reading Ultimus Chapter 25.
Break-it, Chapter 28 of TSOR was really cool! I like Tim’s vigorous calculation and planning ability (which makes sense) and I’m more curious about Amanda’s past with raptors. Since they’re able to respawn (i believe, besides Bruce) trying to run through the cave would be better than buying the artifact. Also interesting to see how Bruce can telepathically communicate with creatures, i cant remember if he did that in previous chapters tho anyway ill be around for Chap 29 and their caving
RelatingHen, i enjoyed Chapters 39 - 40 of JTAC! I assume Reaper got dizzy because she isnt ammune to the radiation of Aberration like an aberrant creature would be. Also Red Mask Guy and White Mask Guy are very intriguing, i assume we’ll see these goons later down the line. Their cockiness makes them funny. I assume their armor has an attribute or is ascendant if the bullets bounced off like that. I was also very shocked with Nal’s “death”. I’m more interested with how she even got that whatever thing in her implant, maybe it has something to do with Dread’s attribute. Dread himself should be a force to be reckoned with though, if he’s lived this long. Anyway I enjoyed those chapters and ill be around for Chapter 41
I saw one in the swamp but I thought it was a leech so I shot it withe a tek rifle and ran. Then I was murdered by a dienosuchus and I then wanted revenge so I went to kill the Dienosuchus but guess what? More came. I was running with 4 deinosuchus chasing me to my base.(I was on a sarco) and killed the raptor squad Exept the alfa raptor.my carnos took care of it though. B ut I made a memorial for the raptor squad who inspired bravery in all of us.(in case you were wondering my carnos were killed by some rexes and allos.)
RIP Jelly bean and twix the carno you guys fought well. I always name my dinos after 🍬
Hi this is Apex, I am writing because I had an interesting thought for a side story project that would follow along with my story Journey(That story is going very well right now, can’t wait to let y’all to see it.). It would be called journey at twilight. It would be a sort of a what if story that wouldn’t involve the actual story of Journey but have interesting scenarios involving memes, famous ark mascots or scenes from Ark creators like videos and stories. It’s something I thought would be fun to do and I wanted to know if anyone would like to see that. They would come out at the same time as my main story so they wouldn’t come for a while. But I still like to have all of your input about it.
Also miss you Moon, hope your doing well.
And again, Love the story SpecialRaptor. I think I am caught up, but I am not sure if I am. I am at chapter 21. But I really like the story, can’t wait to read more of it!!
Well, I am off to continue writing and reading!!! Until next time!!!
To: Break-it, RelatingHen8906
From: Ben
Break-it, Chapter 28 (i think it should be 27) was really fun, I enjoyed the vibe of Tohigh and it was a nice break from the action. It was cool to see how the towns and civilizations of the ARK seemed to have created a currency system and engage in such purchasing and selling with it. Im interested to see how people exactly earn money in this world. Im also interested to see how they obtain the rest of the artifacts, but something tells me it wont be easy. Anyway, I liked the chapter, I’ll be around for 28!
RelatingHen, the rest of the ARKtic Memories / Scorched Earth arc being finished was great, so that concludes the fact Jerboa is somewhere on The Island. The Feathered Giga attack was also cool, im assuming thats part of a mod? I also liked the detail that non-native creatures cannot transfer over to other ARKs, which serves as a good continuity detail for why the C Tribe doesnt have such creatures on the Island. I also liked the Manticore boss fight and it was much better done than the Island boss fights, the shorter yet more memorable fights are a step in the right direction. Also now we do know Rod has bad intentions so Im assuming him and perhaps that Dread he mentioned a while back will be antags for Aberration (though that Rock Death Tribe or whatever it was called may also be an issue). The reappearance of Gitez was also pretty sweet, just to wrap everyones stories up in a nice bow. I also thought Sodden getting incinerated in the surface was pretty funny, and them being separated opens new possibilities for more characters and side plots.
As for the others teasing Sodden and Serenity’s “romantic chemistry”, I thought that was pretty silly / funny. Although I dont see it (if anything, ironically, Dorack and Nal seem to have more of a connection) happening, it could be possible in the future? I just havent seen much between either nor any sort of “feelings”. Serenity seems to care about Sodden because he’s helping her be free from C Tribe, whilst Sodden seems to care about Serenity because of his sense of justice and heroic nature. I think there needs to be more build up between the two before they could ever become a thing. Such light teasing about love is something I find humorous, and it doesnt have to lead into anything. I’ve grown out of my taste for romance, but I find it fun from time to time. Ik you said something about how there wont be much romance stuff, but just put this here anyway.
TW: Moon tells pretty much everything about this dead computer of hers
Ok firstly, it was a touchscreen hp with a terrible camera. It worked really well and I did everything on it, even though just turning it on sounded like the loudest fan in existence. I wrote on it, played on it, and made art on it as well.
So uh, one day it fell off a chair and dented its side. The screen managed to somehow pop out so we had to have it replaced. Plot twist, three months later the screen randomly popped out again, and upon me attempting to push it back in, it cracked. This led to the whole left half of the screen just ominously crooked, the connecting part of it broken, and the computer looking like it’d honestly just been through world war three.
It still worked, though. Sometimes the screen went black so I had to adjust the top half with my hand, and then the screen would come back on. Sometimes I’d be just chilling on it or writing and the pathetic screen would just fall backwards, and I’d pull it back up like “what have I done to you smh”
Second plot twist, just a few days ago, I was turning it on, and it made its dying noises before finally glitching and turning off forever. Poor thing, it even had a name
P h e o b e
—Moon
From Ben,
Hey everyone. Chapter 16’s finally been released in Meganeura. I’m sorry if it seems mediocre at first read. There isn’t really anything to add to it except keep the plot going. The next one should be more interesting.
Before I go over other things, I want to go over my Chapter 15. I rushed it a little, but I want to explain the ending of Chap 15. IF Bob survives, and he is able to beat all the Guardians of the Ark, yk, stuff like that to beat the original game, then EVERYONE will survive. All scholars who have ever died will be brought back to life. That’s what the President meant by “nobody else has to die”. Yeah that’s about it with my story.
GhostGamer, I read Chapter 17 of Hope’s Cry, but I am more confused than anything. Who is the kid that appeared with the other dinosaurs? (i am sorry I forgot his name). Is Buddy Jake, or was I wrong the entire time and Buddy is an entirely different Purlovia? I think I need some clarification. Sorry, that chapter was just very confusing to read. Clarification or a summary on what happened would be great.
SunnyFox, my favorite character in your story is probably Emma. I didn’t really care about her at first, because I thought Jack and Jay would be the main characters, but she’s smart and doesn’t hide things just because of ‘plot’. She seems like an interesting character who has a lot of potential to grow and stuff. And my favorite explorer notes are also from Mei, she’s my favorite character in Ark. She’s very cool, and just such an interesting character. Maybe it’s because she’s from the past so when she interacts with these dinosaurs and stuff it’s really cool with the old-style way she writes notes in.
Wyvernian, you are right that naming dinosaurs won’t save them from impending doom. I guess it’s just a superstition of mine, if I name them I’ll care about them more so I’ll try my best to keep them safe? Idk. After all we can respawn, but dinosaurs cannot. And I’ll take your outline tracer mod into consideration, I’ve been trying to look for one but it’s difficult since most of these mods are kinda bad. And I don’t really want to boost any of my tamed dino stats, or modify anything. The last time I did that my dinosaurs became too unbalanced, and then things became unfun. I want to beat the game on somewhat official rates (only thing changed is Show Damage Text, and using the single player settings).
Yeah that’s about it for now. See you next time.
Moons Broken Computer (In the US National Anthem)
O say can you see
By the screens early shine
What so proudly we present
Of the screen of joy
Along with creation we see
As the screen is broken down
As the shine goes to dark
We honor the light
As weeks has been by
A new screen shall show
O say can you see
Of the glorious screen of the Obelisk
-SandmasterXD
Note: This poem is to honor Moons broken computer which chapter 96 will take some time to come out, The poem I has the Star Spangle Banner theme. Salute to moons computer. 🫡