Deadliest Warrior Analyzes Zombies vs. Vampires

That's right.  After seeing a recent commercial advertising the upcoming 3rd season of The Deadliest Warrior on Spike TV, I checked the site to see some examples.  Scrolling down a bit I almost couldn't believe my eyes, but a quick click on the video link and viola - Zombies vs. Vampires.  While the video really doesn't really give a preview of the episode content, it is still an interesting idea.  I've been a big fan of the show since it premiered because of its analysis of various warrior cultures, the techniques they use, and (or course) an analysis ot their weapons.

What's would be unique about an episode pitting zombies against vampires is the weapons part.  The Deadliest Warrior typically had experts bring four weapons - long range, medium range, short range, and special weapons.  What I'd really like to know is how that's going to work with zombies and vampires.  What "weapons" will they analyze?

What's fun about this is that fantasy writers might be able to use some of this information in developing stories with these two classic monsters.  Okay, so it wouldn't be a complete source of information, but it could give some ideas that could add credibility to the story.

Then again, this could be just one big joke by Spike TV.  But I hope not.  Maybe the producers could add more like Werewolf vs Vampire and a couple of others, then have a Deadliest Monster Warrior marathon on Halloween.

New Year Goals

Happy New Year.  Like many others, I'm setting a couple of goals for 2011.  And, of course, most are related to writing.

First, I want to complete edits on Legacy Soldier and start sending it out to agents and publishers.  I've sent it out to a few and did get some partial requests, but in the end they all turned to rejections (those who've replied).  There are a couple other big agents I want to target, but I want one more coat of polish on the manuscript first.  Keep that idea in mind.  Just because you have sent off your manuscript doesn't mean you should just sit back and hope it's adequate.  Take some time away and then look it over again.

Second, I've started two new stories and I want to finish one - maybe just at novella length.  One is an urban sci-fi mystery story called TIA.  TIA is short for Temporal Investigations Avatar.  The technology allows the user to send their consciousness back in time to watch a crime.  The catch is that the past isn't as linear as most thought and a person must be trained to navigate to the time and place of the crime to find key pieces of evidence and identify the criminals.

The other is an alternative Earth urban fantasy were the eastern 13 states have been taken over by werewolves.  The protagonist is part of the military Border Patrol that tries to keep the werewolves from advancing.  Her team is tasked with protecting a lab that might have developed a vaccine for the werewolf condition.  The lab is attacked and her lover bit.  With a no-tolerance policy (those infected are killed) and only one vial of the vaccine surviving the attack, she has to get the vaccine to headquarters while safeguarding her lover hoping that the vaccine will also lead to a cure before his condition is discovered and he's executed.

So wish me luck, enjoy the new year and
Write On

History vs. SyFy Channel Round 2

It's 10 am on the East Coast and I have one more week off before having to go back to my regular work routine next week.  So, I started doing some channel cruising.  Naturally, I checked the SyFy channel and what did I see?  They're running a marathon of Friday the 13th - the series.  Now, I'll give them a point or two here.  That is at least fantasy and my original posting on History vs SyFy, part of the basic argument was that SyFy had less sci-fi/fantasy and more of whatever garbage they could sell.  Unfortunately, that series was absolutely horrible.  At least in my opinion, and I don't think I was alone. After all, I don't think the series went past one season.

Now.  The History Channel is showing some good stuff, especially for those who like to question the tech of science fiction and fantasy stories.  Or, more importantly, those writing or trying to write fantasy and science fiction.  Yes, I'm back on my credible writing kick.  Well, History Channel is showing "Spider-Man Tech," then "Star Wars Tech," and then "Batman Tech."  I wonder if Jack Nicholson will be watching the last one so he really can find out more about Batman's marvelous toys.  Later today is scheduled a two-hour special on the Last Stand of the 300.  It chronicles the third day of the incredible stand of 300 Spartans vs the Persian army.  If you miss the three "tech" shows, fear not.  They're being re-broadcast after the special on the 300.

So, in round 2 SyFy is coming back with some type of sci-fi/fantasy broadcast, but I think that History Channel wins again with quality shows that are more likely to keep interest.  Now, I'm hoping to watch some of these History Channel specials, but I'm home with a 6-year old and I have to keep him entertained too.  Fortunately, he got some cool Spider-Man and Iron Man toys for Christmas, along with some good games.  I'm sure we'll have some fun with this.  Yes, I'm a big kid and think the Spidey/Iron Man vehicles are cool.  All guys do.  Ladies, here's a secret.  One reason men want to have sons is that it allows us to play with the toys too!

Anyway, these History Channel specials are pretty interesting and good for writers in progress to get some ideas to help with the credibility of their writing.  If I get to take advantage of some, I'll be happy.  Otherwise, I think I really need to look into a DVR.  So, tune in, set your DVR, and

Write On.