Can we get Indy around the globe ?

[Montana Smith]

Cheers Montana. Any snow round your way yet ? We got a light dusting here in Devon overnight - but our proximity to the South West coast usually keeps it at bay. Still cold though !

Yes, we've had quite a bit of snow on and off, but it's only about an inch thick now. It turned sleety earlier today, which helped to get rid of some of what had already fallen.

We have an outside temperature gauge, which is sheltered somewhat by being in the open wood store, which went down to -8.4C a couple of nights ago. Our hot water pipes were frozen until midday following. I heard that around 30-40 miles west it went down to -18C.

For a lot of members around the world this is probably just a walk in the park, but for us Brits it's like the end of the world!

[inky_skin]

For a lot of members around the world this is probably just a walk in the park, but for us Brits it's like the end of the world!

It's all relative ;) Those in locations used to snow probably don't give it a second thought. But as you said, give us a sprinkling and it's the snow-pocalypse !

[Stoo]

Tell me about it! About 2 years ago (4th Feb. 2009), I was stuck in Scotland the day I was meant to fly out because of the worst snowstorm they'd had in 18 years! A couple of inches of snow paralyzed most of the southeastern U.K.! Waited in the airport for 10 hrs. before being told the flight was cancelled and had to stay an extra few days. The radio & TV were reporting schools closed, buses routes not running in London, etc. all due to a mere SPRINKLING of snow.:eek:

Pussies!:p:whip:

It's still a crying shame that the original Indy got lost but I like what you wrote about him having to burn the diary to stay warm.:D Nice photos, Inky, especially this one:

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c273/inky_skin/hat-1.jpg

[harvey]

The awesome factor just increased. :D

[Montana Smith]

Pussies!:p:whip:

:eek:

:mad:

:(

:)

:D

;)

:hat:

[Le Saboteur]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c273/inky_skin/hat-1.jpg

Indiana Jones - buried alive ?!



Nice pictures inky. Very nice. Glad to see that Indy is a bit more user friendly!


If you're still taking applications, I would like to have Indy visit again.

[harvey]

No updates in a month. What's the status? :confused:

[inky_skin]

No updates in a month. What's the status? :confused:

Busy working at finding a new job. This project will be getting an update towards the end of January.

[Montana Smith]

Busy working at finding a new job. This project will be getting an update towards the end of January.

Sorry to hear you're not settled yet, so good luck on that front, inky.

Don't worry about mini-Indy, I'm sure he doesn't mind waiting for his next trip. Just sort out the important stuff first!

:hat:

[Stoo]

Busy working at finding a new job. This project will be getting an update towards the end of January.Seeing as winter will be winding down by the time mini-Indy hits the road again, perhaps it might be more fitting if he ditches the beard and scarf? Just a thought...

Good luck in the job hunt, guv'na.:hat:

[Rocket Surgeon]

YES! Stopped in to get my mail and what do I see? Indy's back!

I can't tell you how psyched I am! What a load off!

I offered a reward to anyone in the mail room to find him and posted the return address...and the package was found. A bit bruised and battered but he's all here.

"SIGH"

Where shall I send him?

[Stoo]

I DON'T BELIEVE IT!!! WOW! What FANTASTIC news!!!!!:up:

How much was the reward, Rocket? Nice going on your part. Hats off.:hat:

This was how the remainder of the U.S. leg was scheduled before Indy took a trip into The Twilight Zone:

11 - USA: Orlando (theinterchange)
12 - USA: Indianapolis (bonoferox)
13 - USA: Culver City (Lance Quazar)
14 - USA: LA / SoCal (Pale Horse)
15 - USA: San Francisco (NickTurner)
16 - USA: San Francisco (InexorableTash)
17 - USA: San Francisco / New Orleans (Le Saboteur)

[Rocket Surgeon]

I DON'T BELIEVE IT!!! WOW! What FANTASTIC news!!!!!:up:

How much was the reward, Rocket? Nice going on your part. Hats off.:hat:

This was how the remainder of the U.S. leg was scheduled before Indy took a trip into The Twilight Zone:

11 - USA: Orlando (theinterchange)
12 - USA: Indianapolis (bonoferox)
13 - USA: Culver City (Lance Quazar)
14 - USA: LA / SoCal (Pale Horse)
15 - USA: San Francisco (NickTurner)
16 - USA: San Francisco (InexorableTash)
17 - USA: San Francisco / New Orleans (Le Saboteur)

I would cringe everytime this damned thread would pop up, I had to try something! At first it was lunch for the mailroom, (pizza or something) but it didn't yield. So when I thought it looked hopeless, (the mail room is a pit!) I upped it to $50 for the individual who found it.

Took a month after that.:hat:

I'll be glad when it's over and property of another custodian.

[Stoo]

The $50 reward is very noble of you, Rocket. I'm wondering if the package was sent & returned or if it ever left the mail room at all. It's been almost 6 months!

Inky Skin is going to be THRILLED!:up:

As for: 11 - USA: Orlando (theinterchange)
It was decided to scratch him off the list since he didn't seem to be reliable due to the fact that he has only posted at The Raven 2 times and his failure to get in contact with you so Bonoferox in Indianapolis is probably next.

Inky (or Lance) will have the final say on that.

[Rocket Surgeon]

The $50 reward is very noble of you, Rocket. I'm wondering if the package was sent & returned or if it ever left the mail room at all. It's been almost 6 months!I just want this thing out of here ASAP! I'm sorry for all the grief and missed opportunities, but maybe a trip to Montreal for The Adventure of Archeology?

Inky Skin is going to be THRILLED!:up:

As for: 11 - USA: Orlando (theinterchange)
It was decided to scratch him off the list since he didn't seem to be reliable due to the fact that he has only posted at The Raven 2 times and his failure to get in contact with you so Bonoferox in Indianapolis is probably next.

Inky (or Lance) will have the final say on that.

I agree with one of your earlier posts regarding regular posters here...while nothing is guaranteed, it would be wise.

Harvey wanted in and is still around!:)

Laird has been Globe Trotting as of late...

[harvey]

Harvey wanted in and is still around!:)

Laird has been Globe Trotting as of late...

True. Memphis is awaiting the return of the great adventurer. :whip:

Antarctica would have been sweet.

[Stoo]

...but maybe a trip to Montreal for The Adventure of Archeology?Ooh, now that's enticing! When Indy was in Montreal last May, several photos at the Old Port are right on the grounds of the venue!
Harvey wanted in and is still around!:)In my opinion, Harvey should have a go but Lance said the list was closed and he's in charge while Inky is preoccupied with more important things. We need to hear back from everybody and see if they're still willing to take part. (See: post #242 for the last roster.)
Laird has been Globe Trotting as of late...Mini-Indy in Antarctica!:up:

[harvey]

In my opinion, Harvey should have a go
:up: :up: :up: :up: :up:

Maybe Mini-Indy could give me a hand editing the read-along adventure!

[Montana Smith]

I would cringe everytime this damned thread would pop up, I had to try something! At first it was lunch for the mailroom, (pizza or something) but it didn't yield. So when I thought it looked hopeless, (the mail room is a pit!) I upped it to $50 for the individual who found it.

Took a month after that.:hat:

I'll be glad when it's over and property of another custodian.

Amazing and unexpected news!

So the post office were holding Indy ransom? :eek:

[Pale Horse]

When Indy does make it to L.A....say he never got here and hold onto him until R.S. and the fellow Raveners pony up a profit.

Let's see...Disney's (Temple of the Forbidden Eye) for a two-day pass is $99.00, plus parking @ $14.00, plus food, lodging, gas, and the requisite souvenirs ...

Starting Ransom will be about $350.00.... :whip: :p

[Stoo]

Hysterical, Mr. Horse! I was thinking along the same lines.:D

Anyway, I just PMed Inky to tell him Rocket's good news. Hopefully, he chime in soon enough. Can't wait to hear what he has to say...

Where's Lance?:confused:

[Lance Quazar]

Inky is back and in full executive control of the project.

This is outstanding news! Thanks, Rocket!

Can't wait to see his next adventures!

[The Drifter]

I'm glad Indy was found! Poor guy's been holed up in that box for ages.

[Montana Smith]

I'm glad Indy was found! Poor guy's been holed up in that box for ages.


Maybe he was just in hiding until the anger over KOTCS had subsided a bit.

[inky_skin]

Well I'll be damned. Indy is like a bad penny - he always turns up. Rocket- many thanks for your efforts - please PM me your address as I have something for you by way of thanks.

I'll be honest - this is just the lift I needed. I'll review the existing list of participants and do a little 'project management' this weekend.

Let's get the boulder rolling again folks :whip:

[DoomTown]

Indy, no matter what, always seems to make it out of those crazy situations. I bet he was still wearing his fedora, too. ;)


Great news! :up:

[Falcon]

I am so glad he is not dead!

[Billy Ray]

Awesome news! I hadn't checked the thread in a while, mainly because it just bummed me out. So glad to hear our intrepid adventurer has been found!

[The Drifter]

I still would love to be a part of this, if possible.

[Billy Ray]

I know I already got to spend quality time with Indy in Afghanistan, but my offer still stands to sponsor him here in San Antonio. Would be a good excuse to re-visit the Alamo, Riverwalk, and various Spanish missions in the area.

[NickTurner]

Most excellent news! (Well news to me. Haven't checked this one in a while. I know 10 days in web land is an eeeeeeternity!)

Still looking forward to having Indy visit San Francisco, taking in Oakland and the East Bay! (Maybe Mount Diablo would be a good stand-in for the famous logo!:D )

Just one caveat - my daughter is getting married April 7 so between work and wedding prep, not forgetting model projects and beer brewing, it will have to be after all that. Shouldn't be a problem, but I can't be the first taker. Rocket, the search for an initial host of the second coming, er, too grand that! - The Indy World Tour Mark II, continues!

[inky_skin]

Ok chaps...

I'm keen to get Indy on the road again as soon as possible, but starting a new job etc has prevented me from giving this project as much attention as it deserves.

What I propose is that Rocket sends Indy on to Lance and we sort out the other slots at a later date. My rationale is as follows - Lance and I are good friends and I trust him to take care of Indy and do something creative with him in the short term, plus it allows Rocket to get shot of what seems to be a bad luck talisman ASAP and keep the momentum going.

Provided Lance agrees, I'll contact Rocket with a forwarding address in the next couple of days.

Onwards !

[Lance Quazar]

ok!










finewithme

[inky_skin]

ok!

Thanks for stepping into the breach Lance. You ok to liaise directly with Rocket ?

[harvey]

but starting a new job etc has prevented me from giving this project as much attention as it deserves.



Congrats!! :up:

[inky_skin]

@Rocket / Lance - have you guys been in touch with each other ? Where is Indy at ?

[Rocket Surgeon]

@Rocket / Lance - have you guys been in touch with each other ? Where is Indy at ?

Lance sent me everything I need. He leaves today, pictures later.:hat:

[InexorableTash]

The San Francisco contingent is ready, eager and waiting! And we're having decent weather so far this year, so get here soon, Indy!

(FWIW, I'll likely be visiting Boston, Yosimite, Vancouver, Calgary/Drumheller and Anaheim this summer, so Indy might have a chance to tag along on at least one leg.)

[inky_skin]

Lance sent me everything I need. He leaves today, pictures later.:hat:

Great news Rocket - let me know if you want me to spot you some extra cash to send him tracked...

[Stoo]

Lance sent me everything I need. He leaves today, pictures later.:hat:Please post photos of Indy's last days with you. A personal photo of Rocket Surgeon with mini-Indy would be a bonus!:cool:

[Montana Smith]

Please post photos of Indy's last days with you. A personal photo of Rocket Surgeon with mini-Indy would be a bonus!:cool:

Along with the ransom note from the post office!

[inky_skin]

Right chaps - what's the status of Indy ? I'm assuming he has dispatched - has he arrived ? Updates please !

[Stoo]

The San Francisco contingent is ready, eager and waiting! And we're having decent weather so far this year, so get here soon, Indy!

(FWIW, I'll likely be visiting Boston, Yosimite, Vancouver, Calgary/Drumheller and Anaheim this summer, so Indy might have a chance to tag along on at least one leg.)Tash, if you're going to Anaheim, you must get a forced-perspective shot of Indy hanging onto the grille of the "Raiders" truck!:whip:
Along with the ransom note from the post office!A BIG "Yes"!:up: (Like that bulldog in those recent UK TV adverts: "Oh...Yes.");)
Right chaps - what's the status of Indy? I'm assuming he has dispatched - has he arrived? Updates please!Yeah, give Inky an update because he is (& we are) waiting with baited breath! (At least, I am...Can't wait to see this project resume!):up:

[Pale Horse]

Tash, if you're going to Anaheim, you must get a forced-perspective shot of Indy hanging onto the grille of the "Raiders" truck!:whip:


Anaheim is my 2nd home...but hanging out in the post office is NOT....And I'll be sure the pictures are G Rated too. Can't have none of that PG stuff. Not in the park.

[inky_skin]

Well, I've heard from Lance - no dice. Rocket - should I be concerned ? Not getting any communication from your camp...

[Stoo]

Anaheim is my 2nd home...but hanging out in the post office is NOT....And I'll be sure the pictures are G Rated too. Can't have none of that PG stuff. Not in the park.Heh heh. Then it's your duty to get a shot with the "Raiders" truck, Pale Horse! Disney "G" stuff or not, Inky stated from the very beginning that all photos should be family-friendly (which is one of the reasons why I made Indy walk on the opposite side of the street from Le Club Super Sexe in Montreal.:p)
Well, I've heard from Lance - no dice. Rocket - should I be concerned ? Not getting any communication from your camp...Rocket is away from home at the moment so we'll have to sit tight & wait for his reply...

Hard to believe that this project started 11 & 1/2 months ago!

In the meantime, here's another leftover (outtake) photo: The brand new interchange of Avenue des Pins & Avenue du Parc (Pine & Park) with the McGill Athletic building on the extreme left behind Indy.

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb262/Stoo65/Indy%20Around%20the%20Globe/Indy_Canada_Montreal_03.jpg

[inky_skin]

Heh heh. Then it's your duty to get a shot with the "Raiders" truck, Pale Horse! Disney "G" stuff or not, Inky stated from the very beginning that all photos should be family-friendly (which is one of the reasons why I made Indy walk on the opposite side of the street from Le Club Super Sexe in Montreal.:p)
Rocket is away from home at the moment so we'll have to sit tight & wait for his reply...

I'm no prude - and I'm sure Dr Jones isn't either, but I know there are younger folks on the board.

[JRJENNINGS86]

man i got to meet him;)

[inky_skin]

Right - hate to be a whiner - but if anyone knows Rocket outside of The Raven, can you please tell him to contact me. It's been several months since Indy's miracle return - and little/no communication. I realise we all have lives to lead, but it doesn't take that long to simply send an item of mail :confused:

[Stoo]

@Inky: "Miracle return", indeed!:up: I sent an e-mail to Rocket and gave him a friendly whip to his tuchus*.:whip:

*derrière, posterior, behind, buttocks, etc.

[harvey]

As Mini-Indy prepares for the next leg of his journey, allow me to lobby once again for a trip to Memphis! :D

Here's a taste of the adventure that awaits Li'l Dr. Jones...

http://i53.tinypic.com/wttvk6.png

http://i56.tinypic.com/14ce8tv.png

http://i54.tinypic.com/2po8gv6.png

http://i56.tinypic.com/2lupdud.jpg

http://i53.tinypic.com/avob51.png

[Billy Ray]

So no news on Indy?

[inky_skin]

Indy is with Rocket. And Rocket is AWOL...

[harvey]

Looks like Mini-Indy will not be seeing the Pyramid of Memphis. :(

We're moving to OH at the end of the month. :up:

Still would like to be added to the list. I'll be touring our new home town big time and would love to take him along. ;)

[inky_skin]

Harvey, you're on the list ;)

Unfortunately we're experiencing some communication issues...

[harvey]

Harvey, you're on the list ;)
Woo hoo! :up:

Unfortunately we're experiencing some communication issues... So it would seem... :(

[Stoo]

Indy is with Rocket. And Rocket is AWOL...HELLO-O-O-O? Rocket, where a-a-are yo-o-o-ou???:confused:

Inky Skin sent the figure to me on May 6th, 2010 so it's been exactly 1 year (+ 9 days) since the intial dispatch. We need to get Mini-Indy back on the road again because, as we all know, the good professor does not sit still!

Earth calling Rocket Surgeon...Come in, Rocket...:whip:

[inky_skin]

I fear mini-Indy has embarked on The Great Adventure :(

[Stoo]

Heh. Indy isn't dead Wu Han-style! He's just on ice, chilling...like a dish of monkey brains...:p

C'mon, ROCKET! Put him in the mail, already!:gun:

[Lance Quazar]

I'm considering this over.

Rocket is still on the forum, he is posting quite regularly, but he has ignored entreaties from numerous parties for information and updates about the whereabouts of the figure.

The details of the disappearance of the figure and its "miraculous" return are themselves rather suspicious.

There's no reason for Rocket not to have sent the figure in the more than two months since it "returned" or at the very least for him to respond to the numerous messages that have been sent his way from multiple parties.

Either he doesn't have it or he has no intention of ever sending it. His behavior is bordering on pathological at this point.

Either way, it's gone and I'm not going to waste any more energy on this or give Rocket any further validation or attention.

[Stoo]

I'm considering this over.It is NOT over! Indy WILL circumvent the globe and this project will not die!:)

In Rocket's defence, he has been away from home for the past while and he asked his family to put Indy in the mail (but I'm guessing it's not their #1 priority).

Cripes, Rocket paid $50 out of his own pocket to get the figure back from the deadbeats at the post office. Please, Lance, cut him some slack.:)

[Lance Quazar]

It is NOT over! Indy WILL circumvent the globe and this project will not die!:)

In Rocket's defence, he has been away from home for the past while and he asked his family to put Indy in the mail (but I'm guessing it's not their #1 priority).

Cripes, Rocket paid $50 out of his own pocket to get the figure back from the deadbeats at the post office. Please, Lance, cut him some slack.:)

I'm happy to apologize and retract if I'm proven wrong.

But given that Rocket has been posting away in other forums consistently (even as early as this morning), the "out of town" excuse doesn't fly for ignoring the repeated queries and communiques from me and other sources. If nothing else, that's just rude.

But given his mysterious silence on the matter, the fact that two months have gone by and the suspicious stories about Indy's "amazing" return** the picture that it all paints is not a promising one at all.





**The story about the package returning via bribery don't quite hold water, either. Would a postal employee risk their job by stealing a random package? I guess it's at least possible, though extremely unlikely. However, would an employee risk exposure by accepting bribes and returning said package? It's a bit hard to swallow. But, again, I welcome the chance to be proven wrong.

[inky_skin]

Ok - I'm ending this before the thread gets derailed. As of June 12th there will be a new figure for the project. Whether Rocket has the original or not is a moot point. I don't want what was a bit of frivolous fun turning to recrimination.

[harvey]

Ok - I'm ending this before the thread gets derailed. As of June 12th there will be a new figure for the project. Whether Rocket has the original or not is a moot point. I don't want what was a bit of frivolous fun turning to recrimination.

Once again, thanks for putting me in the mix. If someone wants to get a figure together now and set it for delivery to me this Saturday or Monday, I'm planning to make stops at all of the Memphis sites above one last time before moving to the Buckeye State. I can also take him on a tour there as well. Let me know and I'll PM you my Memphis address.

A TWO-fer! :up:

[Stoo]

**The story about the package returning via bribery don't quite hold water, either. Would a postal employee risk their job by stealing a random package? I guess it's at least possible, though extremely unlikely. However, would an employee risk exposure by accepting bribes and returning said package? It's a bit hard to swallow. But, again, I welcome the chance to be proven wrong.Rocket & I have been communicating throughout the whole affair and I will wholeheartedly vouch for him. Believe me, the loss & retrieval of Mini-Indy was GENUINE (including the $50 he paid to get the figure back).

The package wasn't "stolen" by a post office employee. It was 'returned-to-sender'! They f*cked up by not sending it...
Ok - I'm ending this before the thread gets derailed. As of June 12th there will be a new figure for the projectI WILL get Rocket to mail the original figure. Please, trust me, Sir Ink...:hat:

June 12th...Heh heh. Does that have anything to do with the "Raiders" 30th Anniversary?;)

[Lance Quazar]

Ok - I'm ending this before the thread gets derailed. As of June 12th there will be a new figure for the project. Whether Rocket has the original or not is a moot point. I don't want what was a bit of frivolous fun turning to recrimination.

You're absolutely right. No sense in losing sight of the "fun" and getting angry and upset over something which is supposed to be whimsical and fun.

Apologies to EVERYONE.


p.s. - don't know why it's not letting me edit my previous posts, otherwise I'd delete the offending remarks entirely.

[Rocket Surgeon]

Sorry guys...I apologize. I own my own business and I haven't had the time or energy to give the Raven any real attention lately so I've missed a lot. I just put together my first Indy Cast segment in over a month and a half and it was bare bones.

Anyway I have him, (still) and I'll post the delivery confirmation reciept tomorrow.

Thanks Stoo for the support, I don't blame anybody for running out of patience, once again, my apologies.:hat:

[Billy Ray]

Glad to hear "little Indy" is still safe and secure. He's been through a lot.

For what it's worth, and as much as I want to see new episodes in this saga, I'd like to see the original Indy continue his adventures.

Sometimes real world situations get in the way of the fun stuff like this.

[inky_skin]

@Rocket - thanks chum.
@Lance - I don't blame you for your frustration.
@Stoo - well met - takes a true Indy scholar to spot a date that significant.
@Harvey - I look forward to your tenure with mini-Indy.

Okay everyone - let's start looking to the future. Next stop - Lance ! Onwards :whip:

[NickTurner]

Thanks everyone! I've been holding my breath :sick: and can finally exhale! Anyway the point of chirping up now is just to reiterate my intention to be a link in the chain whenever my turn comes up.

Welcome back Indy!

[inky_skin]

I wouldn't exhale just yet. No further news has been forthcoming...

[NickTurner]

Oh.... $#@!~@@@#*%^@%#$%^&~!@!%##$%^$%$%^!

:dead:

[featofstrength]

:confused: huh

[indy dave]

So what's the holdup now? This was one of the most entertaining threads on here and it would be nice to get things moving again.

[Stoo]

I wouldn't exhale just yet. No further news has been forthcoming...In 1935, Short Round said, "Bad news coming." but GOOD news is coming to this thread...;)

"Hold on to your potatoes!"

[inky_skin]

In 1935, Short Round said, "Bad news coming." but GOOD news is coming to this thread...;)

"Hold on to your potatoes!"

Stoo - I trust you so I'm not going to pursue it further yet. I'd take ANY news right now - good or otherwise. However, unless Rocket get's his finger out, I'll be hunting him down in all the other threads he's finding time to post in at present - doesn't take two minutes to drop by here and give an update (or send me a PM). It's common courtesy...:mad:

[Rocket Surgeon]

Stoo - I trust you so I'm not going to pursue it further yet. I'd take ANY news right now - good or otherwise. However, unless Rocket get's his finger out, I'll be hunting him down in all the other threads he's finding time to post in at present - doesn't take two minutes to drop by here and give an update (or send me a PM). It's common courtesy...:mad:
Speaking of getting your finger out:

inky_skin has exceeded their stored private messages quota and can not accept further messages until they clear some space.

:down:

[InexorableTash]

Just a quick note: I'm off to Yosemite in 2 weeks. It doesn't look like 'lil Indy will be headed my way by then, but thought I'd toss out the offer again.

Plenty of other adventures this summer for him to tag along on, though.

[inky_skin]

Speaking of getting your finger out:



:down:

Seriously ? You actually take the time to post in this thread and that's the best you can do ?

My Inbox has been cleared, is it too much to expect that an explanation is forthcoming ?

[Rocket Surgeon]

Seriously ? You actually take the time to post in this thread and that's the best you can do ?

My Inbox has been cleared, is it too much to expect that an explanation is forthcoming ?
Seriously. What do you want to hear: "the check is in the mail"? Keep your knickers on sweetheart...

[Pale Horse]

...I'm off to Yosemite in 2 weeks...

Purpose yourself to conquer half-dome.

[InexorableTash]

Purpose yourself to conquer half-dome.

We have an 8-year-old and a 4-month old. I consider getting up in the morning a major victory.

[Pale Horse]

It's only about 8 hours, and your 8 year old can make it. I wish I had, when I went, but I let our 2 year old at the time dictate the day.

[Lance Quazar]

Phew....it's been a helluva journey.

Finally made it to Los Angeles. This is going to be one busy trip.

Gotta catch some shut-eye. No time to unpack...

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Desktop.jpg

[Stoo]

HURRAH!:up: I told you Rocket was going to keep to his word.

Like Inky says...ONWARDS!

[Billy Ray]

Hurray!!!! Looking forward to the further adventures!

[Pale Horse]

Wow, Indy is so close to me, I can smell him...

[Stoo]

@Lance: Any teaser photos for us before Indy embarks on his next adventure in Culver F**king City?:confused: (As you called it way back when.;))

[Billy Ray]

Hmm...was hoping for an update today...the 30th anniversary of ROTLA :(

[Lance Quazar]

Sorry, guys. Bad timing.

We're getting on a plane tonight.

No sooner did he get to LA that he's leaving again.

[Stoo]

Did Indy disappear again? It's been 3 weeks.:eek:

[inky_skin]

Nope - Indy is safely with Lance, who has been on travels of his own. He's been in regular contact and it looks like mini-Indy's first outing is going to be a big one ;)

[Stoo]

Good to hear, Inky, but don't you mean mini-Indy's *5th* outing?;)

[inky_skin]

Good to hear, Inky, but don't you mean mini-Indy's *5th* outing?;)

Ah - first outing with Lance ;) 5th overall. You know - I'm starting to think this is the only fan activity going on for the 30th Anniversary...

[harvey]

You know - I'm starting to think this is the only fan activity going on for the 30th Anniversary...

Did you miss the global screening party? :confused:

http://www.indyintheclassroom.com/

Don't miss ComiCONN, with a special appearance by Jock! :up:

http://www.comiconn.com/

[inky_skin]

Did you miss the global screening party? :confused:

http://www.indyintheclassroom.com/

Don't miss ComiCONN, with a special appearance by Jock! :up:

http://www.comiconn.com/

As for the former - well, I was kidding about 30th celebrations ;) - although I'm a little underwhelmed by the lack of official recognition of this milestone.

And the latter...hmmm...something tells me mini-Indy won't be able to resist...

[harvey]

And the latter...hmmm...something tells me mini-Indy won't be able to resist...

Yes, the chance to reunite with Jock should be motivation for him to attend. :D

I believe Lairdo and Doom Town are going, and RaiderMitch is coordinating the event.

There's a 50/50 chance I'll be going, so if I have him by then... ;)

[InexorableTash]

Do we have any sense of Indy's upcoming schedule?

[inky_skin]

Indy will be at SDCC this coming week...and we'll see what plans Lance has for him after that...

[Lance Quazar]

Coming Soon!!!!

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/TravelingIJ.jpg

[inky_skin]

Coming Soon!!!!

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/TravelingIJ.jpg

Inky_Skin supports this message :up:

[Montana Smith]

Coming Soon!!!!

Will he be breaking into the corporate HQ of Hasbro to liberate some more missing Indy toys from their subterranean archives? ;)

[Billy Ray]

Yes!!!!! :whip:


Wait a minute...isn't Pawtucket in Rhode Island?

[Billy Ray]

Oh wait....I get it! :up:

Can't wait to get my "Lost Treasures of Pawtucket"

[Stoo]

Bring it on, Lance!:up: Can't wait to see the global adventure continue.

[harvey]

Any word on mini-Indy traveling to ComiConn? :confused:

http://comiconn.com/

[Lance Quazar]

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[Stoo]

FINALLY, Lance!!!:up: It took long enough!:gun:

This one is good because of the perspective / point-of-view.
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/SDCC04.jpg

Love this photo because of the double cheesburger & fries. YUMMY!:up:
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/SDCC18.jpg

Nice pic! Yes, French Fries are known as 'chips' in the U.K. (Anyone who doesn't know this deserves to be whipped!):whip:
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/SDCC19.jpg

[Billy Ray]

Awesome work Lance! So happy to see Indy "on the road again" :D

My favorite...

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/SDCC05.jpg

[harvey]

Why did it have to be nerds is the best. FANTASTIC job!!!

But Indy missed his own panel!! ;)

[Rocket Surgeon]

Nice that you got everyone together for the reunion...though watch out for that knight, none of those grails are likely to give you anything but Montezuma's...

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/SDCC08.jpg

Nice tour of the show...of all his travels, I imagine this might have been the most fitting. Can't wait to see more.:hat:

[Montana Smith]

Great sequence of photos, Lance! :up:

Your haul of SDCC Lost Wave exclusives makes me green with envy! :D

[Lance Quazar]

But Indy missed his own panel!! ;)

Traveling Indy is very disappointed in having to miss the Indy Fans panel, but the logistics were just not possible to work out. That panel was located in some remote, off-site locale, unfortunately, and Indy had a very busy schedule.

[Lance Quazar]

Great sequence of photos, Lance! :up:

Your haul of SDCC Lost Wave exclusives makes me green with envy! :D

I very much regret not buying more sets to help out at least a few of those countless folks who have been unable to get them!!!

[NickTurner]

Excellent! Love the comments!:up:

[inky_skin]

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/SDCC08.jpg

Hope these guys don't frequent The Raven ;)

[Montana Smith]

Hope these guys don't frequent The Raven ;)

You mean you don't recognize Attila, Pale Horse and Finn? :confused:

(They were all digging deep that day). :p

[Rocket Surgeon]

You mean you don't recognize Attila, Pale Horse and Finn? :confused: If Marion were there you'd have them across the board...

[michael]

Terrific stuff, Lance.

That nerds one is funny as hell.

In-N-Out looks so good btw.

[Lance Quazar]

Thanks, everyone. Plenty more SoCal adventures to come!

Here's a sneak peek!


http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Museum01.jpg

[Rocket Surgeon]

Here's a sneak peek!
La Brea miniature golf?

Have to say your first pic has a lot of style...my favorite so far, (even though it had no Indy).

Should be on the dust cover...:hat:

[Le Saboteur]

Here's a sneak peek!

Those tar pits sure are pesky! No Elephant Odyssey?


Keep up the good work, Lance!

[davidraphael]

"Your father is being held in the castle of Brunwald on the Austrian-German border."

I could probably get Indy to this castle, which was actually filmed at Schloss Bürresheim about an hour or so from me....

[harvey]

Hey guys!

Not sure what the schedule is right now, but if Indy finishes his current leg in the next day or so, you can feel free to overnight him to me. I'm headed to CT this weekend to meet up with the IndyCast crew at ComiConn for a Raiders 30th celebration. Fred Sorenson is supposed to be in attendance (no word on Reggie). I'm sure mini-Indy would be the hit of the Indy panel! :up:

[davidraphael]

Further to my previous mail, I can also get Indy to the Bavarian Alps and an abandoned 3rd Reich amphitheatre!

[Montana Smith]

Further to my previous mail, I can also get Indy to the Bavarian Alps and an abandoned 3rd Reich amphitheatre!

Would that, by any chance, be the Heidelberg Thingstätte? (http://delendaestziobot.wordpress.com/2011/07/08/heidelberg-thing-site/)

http://delendaestziobot.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/imgp1183.jpg?w=490&h=367

It would be cool to see Indy make a trip there, and to Brunwald, of course.

[davidraphael]

Indeed it would be!

I pass through Thingstätte regularly on my walks....

[harvey]

Bump.

No replies on my last post...

Is there interest in overnighting to OH so Indy can make it to ComiConn this weekend for the Raiders 30th celebration??

[Rocket Surgeon]

Would that, by any chance, be the Heidelberg Thingstätte? (http://delendaestziobot.wordpress.com/2011/07/08/heidelberg-thing-site/)How cool would it be to get him to the grail crypt in Wewelsburg?!:up:

[davidraphael]

It's feasible that I could get Indy there, too - Wewelsburg is only 3 hrs north of me.

[Lance Quazar]

Guys, the list was finalized some time ago.

I think that we should stick to the plan, barring some really extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, such as meeting one of the principles (Ford, Spielberg, Lucas, etc.) or a one-time-only trip to an Indy-esque locale (Tunisia, etc.)

Otherwise, if you wish to be added to the roster at the end of the line, say so here and Inky can address that when the time arises. (But that will be a ways off, so let's be patient.)

Next up after me is Pale Horse. I freely admit I've had the figure for too long and will be sending him on very soon. I have a number of pics in the can and a few more locales to scratch off before he heads out.....

[Lance Quazar]

And speaking of which, here's another sneak preview!

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Hollywood01.jpg

[harvey]

Guys, the list was finalized some time ago.



I'm aware of that and glad to have been included. I was merely mentioning an opportunity (to meet the IndyCast team and possibly Jock from Raiders) that came up (which I mentioned a few months back was a possibility) and didn't hear back from anyone on either mention.

Was just offerin', is all. Wasn't trying to screw up anyone's plans. :(

[Lance Quazar]

No need for frownie faces, Harvey. I didn't mean to sound harsh. I just think we should stick to the roster to keep things simple.

No one's screwin' up nothin'.


:up:

[Lance Quazar]

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TO BE CONTINUED......!

[Montana Smith]

Great start, Lance.

I think this one is the basis for a future animated Indy series! ;)

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Museum10.jpg

[Billy Ray]

Great pics Lance! Can't wait to see the "Hollywood Follies"!

[Lance Quazar]

Great start, Lance.

I think this one is the basis for a future animated Indy series! ;)


That was my small tribute to "The Flintstones." But, yeah, a dino-riding animated Indy would be pretty swell.

:)

[Rocket Surgeon]

A bit of shaping before your shoot?

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Museum08.jpg

This little guy has quite the life! I should have become a teacher!:hat:

[Stoo]

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Museum14.jpgThis is my fave of the most recent bunch. GREAT to see Indy at the La Brea Tar Pits but you stole Pale Horse's thunder!

Anyway, Lance, before you send him off to Mr. Horse, it would be cool to see a photo of YOU with the figure. Even though this is Inky Skin's project and he is the one who lays down the law, it would make a nice addition to have each host represented in some fashion (even if it's blurry, a reflection, shadow or silhouette). Just an idea...;)

8 days from now, on 6 September 2011, 'Traveling Mini-Indy' will have been on the road for 16 months! (And he's not even half-way around the globe yet.) The adventure continues...:up:

[NickTurner]

Nice one Lance! I love the archeaology, achioloXXXXX old stuff tie-in to Indy!:D

[Lance Quazar]

GREAT to see Indy at the La Brea Tar Pits but you stole Pale Horse's thunder!


There's plenty of L.A. to go around!

[Stoo]

Good. Lance has had Mini-Indy for quite awhile now...More than 3 months (01 June 2011--09 Sept 2011).

It's time to move on...Yes? No? Pale Horse on deck?:confused: Let's get this boulder rolling again!:whip:

[NickTurner]

Probably a great idea to refresh/rehash the list...

Last I saw I followed Pale Horse...

I'm as ready as I'll ever be! Just waiting to contact the next, or previous I suppose, in line with address info!

I also know someone who loves close-up shots and he might find an Indy shoot fun too! Two for the price of one folks!:D

[Lance Quazar]

Don't worry, I've spoken to Pale Horse and we've made arrangements to do the hand off soon enough.

I have plenty more pics to post (will definitely get some stuff up in the next couple days) and just one or two more places to visit. Pale Horse has been busy lately, so he told me to hang onto him for just a little while longer.

But he'll be on the move again in early October, so don't worry!

[InexorableTash]

Little Indy has missed all of my summer travel adventures, but still anxious for him to get to the Bay Area. Plenty of places to take him here, including several new possible adventures for the little guy.

(It looks like I'll be down in Anaheim again in November, although Pale Horse and others have that particular spot covered.)

[AlivePoet]

Great pics, Lance. Looks like Indy's getting his fill of the US of A. :p

I'm in Korea and will be waiting for him to come around eventually. :cool:

[neverAcquiesce]

This is a fantastic project, fellas. I know you got a list already but if there's room for a little flat, midwestern sight-seeing I have a cot in old St. Louie ready for the weary traveler.

[Pale Horse]

"Arrived once again, safe and sound. Just for a hopskip, though. I'll soon be traveling again. I just need to meet my contact at a near by Club. I've left you all, clues to where, below."
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6094/6217714833_c64b55e0e8_z_d.jpg

Not to discredit anyone before me, but this is so frickin' cool.

Stay Tuned

[Stoo]

EXCELLENT!:up::up::up:

Great photo, Paley. I like how you have The Raven on-screen in the background. Coffee stains, scratches...Nice touch and looking forward to the rest!:D

[Montana Smith]

Not to discredit anyone before me, but this is so frickin' cool.

You sound like Dr. Evil. That and the intriguingly aged photo complete with suspicious stains bodes very well! :up:

Stay Tuned

Don't make us wait too long!

[Pale Horse]

...or a riddle...

[Rocket Surgeon]

Well, I looked everywhere to support my guess to no avail...I even resorted to math!

Club 33?

Great to see he made it to his next stop!

Was hoping for more from Lance, but his posts were a nice change of pace/style.

Cheers...:hat:

[Lance Quazar]

Whoo hoo!!

Terrific picture, Pale Horse! Can't wait to see hear all about Indy's secret rendezvous.

p.s. - there are PLENTY more pics from me. Indy and I were working in the processing lab the moment up to his departure, so stay tuned!

[Stoo]

Every Photo will reveal a test

...or a riddle...Pale, your regular posts are cryptic enough! Now your going to twist our brains with tests & riddles?:eek:
p.s. - there are PLENTY more pics from me. Indy and I were working in the processing lab the moment up to his departure, so stay tuned!One suggestion, if I may. It would be cool if Pale Horse waited to post his photos until after Lance's are done. Otherwise, it would sort of spoil the great, linear narrative we have going.

What do you say, guys? Yes? No?

[Lance Quazar]

I have so many damn pictures still in the editing phase that I don't want to "hold the Horse", if you'll pardon the expression.

And I promise to get at least another set or two up before Pale Horse can possibly complete his. I've been working a bunch the past couple days.

Don't think there will be much issue with the narrative. Pale Horse is sending Indy back to me for a very brief return before I pass him on.

There are one or two LARGE Los Angeles landmarks that Indy has not yet visited.

But don't worry, all SIGNS point to only very short return. But it's something I really 'WOOD like to do.

[inky_skin]

Just wanted to chime in and say a MASSIVE thank-you to all participants so far. You've taken a simple idea and made it richer and more exciting than I could ever have hoped. Long may Indy circle the globe :whip:

[Lance Quazar]

Unfortunately, due to a photobucket glitch (and the Raven's maddeningly inconsistent ability to "edit" posts), the original "splash page" for Indy's SDCC adventure got lost.

There's no real good place to repost it, but since I do want it in the official record, I'm just gonna put it here....

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/TravelingIJ-1.jpg

[Lance Quazar]

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[Rocket Surgeon]

Nice...a "flashback." http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Getty14.jpg

Using your phone to take pictures?

[Stoo]

Club 33?Knowing Pale Horse, the club might end up being the Mickey Mouse Club.;)
Don't think there will be much issue with the narrative. Pale Horse is sending Indy back to me for a very brief return before I pass him on.That's good news, Lance. Things should work out perfectly for a smooth narrative, then.:)
There are one or two LARGE Los Angeles landmarks that Indy has not yet visited.

But don't worry, all SIGNS point to only very short return. But it's something I really 'WOOD like to do.The Hollywood sign! Are you going to take him to the Chinese & Egyptian theatres? How 'bout the Capitol Records building? Indy is probably a fan of Miles Davis who was on their label.

By the way, your 'word balloons' are an excellent idea. Wish I had done that with my photos!:(

I went to the Getty Museum a year after it opened. Pretty slick place. Too bad you didn't put Indy in the photo with the stained glass window.

[Lance Quazar]

The Hollywood sign! Are you going to take him to the Chinese & Egyptian theatres?

Check out my "sneak peek" pic on post #632....

:)

[Stoo]

Check out my "sneak peek" pic on post #632....A-ha, I see it now. So Indy has already been to Grauman's/Mann's. Keep 'em coming, Lance!:up:
Just wanted to chime in and say a MASSIVE thank-you to all participants so far. You've taken a simple idea and made it richer and more exciting than I could ever have hoped. Long may Indy circle the globe :whip:Indeed. I'm glad that I had the opportunity to particpate rather than just be a spectator. Lance Quazar's 'word balloons' are a great idea and Pale Horse's teaser looks extremely promising. Special credit must be given to Le Saboteur for promptly forwarding the figure from me to Billy Ray in order to catch his unique chance of Afghanistan locales in time and especially to Rocket Surgeon for dishing out $50 from his own pocket to rescue Indy from the nether regions of his local post office. Of course, it was your idea to begin with so you deserve the biggest 'thumbs up', Inky Skin.:up: A true team effort!

This is kind of like 'Indiana Jones Meets Phileas Fogg' except that it's taking Indy much longer than 80 days. As of today, it's been 510 days! (06 May, 2010 - 07 October 2011):eek: Anyone feel like calculating how many miles/kilometres?

Inky, will you be updating the map anytime soon?

[Montana Smith]

Great pictures, Lance. And educational, too!

[Stoo]

It would be cool to get a shot of Mini-Indy looking at Harrison Ford's star in the pavement of Hollywood's Walk of Fame.

With a caption saying, "Harrison who?"

[Lance Quazar]

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[Stoo]

12345678910Lance, my good man, "Sesame Street" is supposed to be based in a borough of New York City, not the greater Los Angeles area!;)

While we wait for more of Indy's travelogue, here's a trippy tribute to the #10, which (at the current rate) will probably be the number of years it takes for Mini-Indy to circumnavigate the globe:

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[Lance Quazar]

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And we're off to Pale Horse!!!

[Rocket Surgeon]

Awesome!

The best yet!

LOVE:

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Hollywood3.jpg

Way to hit the high notes!:hat:

[Montana Smith]

Nice job, Lance.

I like this one...

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b277/dragonquad/Traveling%20Indy/Hollywood8.jpg

...it's either a scene from Indiana Jones and the Dance of the Giants, or he's just catching his breath after the first cliffhanger of Indy 5.

[Pale Horse]

This short trip might provoke some fun though...stay tuned

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6058/6231323970_bfe78a905a_z_d.jpg

[NickTurner]

Great post Lance!

Is it my imagination, or does the 'Greatest Lover' Oscar sport an appropriate appendage?:D

[inky_skin]

@Lance - Way to go out on a high ! If I believed in voodoo, I could almost imagine a bit of Ford's DNA transferring from those hand prints and imbuing our little mass-produced Hasbro buddy with some real Indy magic ;)

@Pale Horse - That's a helluva teaser. I'm a huge Disney-phile, so seeing Travelling Indy on such hallowed ground is a real thrill for me. Until I can get there myself, I'll have to live vicariously through him. Damn - I hope at least a Club 33 matchbook ends up in the Grail Diary !

I'm going to do some thread excavation this weekend and freshen up the running order (check that everyone is still present, correct and ready to receive). At the suggestion of Stoo, I may also rehash the map and try and crunch the mileage figures. Stay tuned :whip:

[Lance Quazar]

Great teaser image, Pale Horse! Hope you guys had a great visit, can't wait to see the rest of your pics!!!

[Billy Ray]

Haven't been keeping up with this like I should!

Lance, awesome work my friend! Indy with HF's handprints/star were a stroke of genius!

Pale Horse, great teaser and really dig the antique photo look...can't wait to see more!

[Stoo]

@Lance: Great stuff. My favourite is the one with Indy standing on Harrison's star saying, "Besides, there's nothing else to see here anyway." Instant classic!:up:

@Pale Horse: Classy photo from Club 33.:hat: Great things must be in store...

@Inky: To save you the trouble of searching, I updated the latest itinerary back in post #465, Oct 2010 - one year ago! (Cripes, has it been that long?):eek:

[inky_skin]

@Stoo - thanks for saving me the effort mate (although there are a few names on there I haven't seen around in a while).

[Pale Horse]

Without Further Ado

Part I

That's what I call a perfect fade in...
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This should rile everyone up!
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And it begins
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[Pale Horse]

Deeper in the Jungles
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Well, that didn't go well...
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Now...that made me hungry (STAY TUNED)
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[Stoo]

WOW! Damned fine & exceptional work, Pale Horse, and you even got Indy sitting on the truck!:hat:

Love the Tootsie Pop owl reference!:)

[Montana Smith]

Yay! What Stewie said.

Except the bit about Tootsie Pop! (I've no idea what that is - I thought Indy was getting to know Moloch in Bohemian Grove back there).

Love the aged shots and the moody looking ones near the end! :up:

[Stoo]

Smiffy, you can see the classic, '70s Tootsie Pop commercial here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZ0epRjfGLw

The aged look on Pale Horse's photos is a gorgeous touch and the colour shot inside the actual "Forbidden Eye" ride is a coup-de-grace.

[NickTurner]

First class update! :hat:

Once again this is the best thread on the Raven...

[Lance Quazar]

Pale Horse, this is OUTSTANDING!!!!!


The pictures are spectacular - great, great, GREAT job on the "antiquing" of the images. Clever and funny captions, too.

The truck!!! The ride!! Excalibur!! My favorite pic is the low angle looking up at the temple.

Can't wait to see inside the vaunted Club 33, an area more secretive than the Grail Temple itself.

Gorgeous, gorgeous work!!!

[Dr. Gonzo]

I have to echo what everyone else has said... great stuff.

You must have placed that reservation for 33 a while ago...

[Rocket Surgeon]

Amazing balancing act on the Duck!:hat:

Any curious onlookers...don't see much of a crowd. Getting your shots in the "pre-opening" hour?

[harvey]

That's next level work, right there. :up:

[Pale Horse]

A bit of a regret. Traveling Indy could have been an internet meme...because he could have been here this weekend.

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This is the KJ92508 Halloween House. It's on the street behind me...we've taken the family a few times now.

[Stoo]

A bit of a regret. Traveling Indy could have been an internet meme...because he could have been here this weekend.

This is the KJ92508 Halloween House. It's on the street behind me...we've taken the family a few times now.Heh, I saw a report about that house on CNN the other day. Has mini-Indy already left for his next destination?

[Pale Horse]

As I understand it, Lance has him back for some last minute stuff in LA, and then he's on to Nick up in the bay area.

He was only with me for my Disney Club 33 trip.

[inky_skin]

Again, thanks to the pressure of "offline" life, I've been badly neglecting this thread :down:

@Pale Horse - there aren't sufficient superlatives to describe how thrilled I was to see Indy hanging off the front of that truck. Are there any more pictures to share ? I know Lance has some, and that Nick Turner is eagerly awaiting Indy's arrival...

[Henry W Jones]

This thread is highly entertaining. Very creative stuff. Great work everyone!!!

[InexorableTash]

I'll be down in La la land (visiting the DL of course) next weekend if little Indy needs transport up to the Bay Area.

If not, Godspeed little fellow - great adventures await in SF!

[Pale Horse]

Please forgive the poor low light quality of my point and shoot, and the general laziness of the post processing process

In the upstairs lobby
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Awaiting the menu
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At the table
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Eating
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Waiting for dessert
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For the uber fan, only
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Those in the know, know that Walt never got to eat at his restaurant. Tragically, one of the CM busboys said that this was his favorite table. In true PH fashion I said: "Walt died in 66' and this club opened in 67'. Explain that". I smiled as he sheepishly walked away.

But the image above was inspired from this window, and it's the same window that Traveling Indy ate at. This is the view, from that window.
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Now, those not in the know, know.

[Stoo]

Those in the know, know that Walt never got to eat at his restaurant. Tragically, one of the CM busboys said that this was his favorite table. In true PH fashion I said: "Walt died in 66' and this club opened in 67'. Explain that". I smiled as he sheepishly walked away.What a doofus (the busboy, that is). By the way, the steak looks delicious! Did you give Indy a bite?:)

[Pale Horse]

Truly, that green bean/broccoli/pea dollop there above it (on the right) that looks like it was scooped from a lunch cafeteria was the bomb. Everything made there comes from a central kitchen 2/3 stories below. When I worked at the French Market back in the day, leftovers from the club were put out for the employee kitchen. Waste not Want not.

Best thing about the Club, for us...is the desserts, and cocktails. The rest is just somewhat ... similar.

[Lance Quazar]

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[NickTurner]

Lance has more pics to post, but I can't resist posting some teaser pics. It's cool to be able to unpack the well-traveled Indy, set him on your desk and take a snap right away! I had opened up some figures the night before....

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_1e.jpg

Indy is looking a little worn around the edge of his hat! Who knew that item was painted? Shoes are scuffed too, though that is to be expected from all that travel. I had to resist the temptation to spruce him up. I figured this was all part of the deal - travel scars? Voyage fatigue? Building character or something? Anyway here is another quick pic.

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_2e.jpg

Wow the dust really shows up in pictures! :D

[NickTurner]

Some more fun stuff to keep things going till I get out and about! Folks are right when they say it's just plain fun to take pics of this guy. I'll have to edit it down to just the good ones as it will be tempting to post everything!

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[Rocket Surgeon]

Good to see he's still moving, but where did the red line stop on this leg of the journey?

Can't wait to see the sights...:hat:

[NickTurner]

Hi Rocket!

Indy has landed in the San Francisco Bay area! I don't live right in the city so I'll have to make a trip to get the most famous sights - hopefully soon! Meanwhile let's go with a couple more teasers, followed by Indy sallying forth on his journeys by catching the BART - Bay Area Rapid Transit - train. (Guerrilla shots by way of an HTC Droid phone.)

Wait long enough and even THIS monster lands up in a museum!

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I didn't mean it for ME to also end up in a museum!! Let me outta here!

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This is more like it - catching the BART:

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[InexorableTash]

Hey, don't hog all of SF! PM to coordinate? I'm right in the city so perhaps we can collaborate...

[Rocket Surgeon]

Don't listen to Tash!:p

Even if you DO happen to hit the same places, no doubt the adventure won't be the same!

Do what inspires you...(hopefully Indy themed).

It would becool to see a hand off and know you guys caught up...like Indy/Sallah, (you nerds can fight over who is who).

Shame I didn't get the chance with No Tickie.

[Montana Smith]

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It's the tank! Nothing else matters. Just that cool tank, Nick! :up:

Indy should make his entire trip round 'cisco in the tank. Might as well travel in style and safety, since Dirty Harry's no longer keeping the punks off the streets.

[Stoo]

Folks are right when they say it's just plain fun to take pics of this guy. I'll have to edit it down to just the good ones as it will be tempting to post everything!Nice going, Nick. Yes, it's fun! What a fantastic project this is and it'll be sad when the trip comes to an end.

Indy's 2nd stop in San Fran after his jaunt with Le Saboteur. Great to see the suitcase and umbrella making appearances again. I was wondering what happened to them.
Hey, don't hog all of SF! PM to coordinate? I'm right in the city so perhaps we can collaborate...You guys could take the figure down to the Indy pinball machine in that vintage arcade, Musée Mécanique, at Fisherman's Wharf.
Don't listen to Tash!:pListen to Tash!
Indy should make his entire trip round 'cisco in the tank.Ha! That would be cool. (Excellent tank model!:up:) It would GREAT to get a forced perspective shot of the Indy and the tank out on the street.

Nick, your BART photo looks a bit like mine with the Metro.
This is more like it - catching the BART:

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"Damn! Missed it! Now I'll have to walk back to the hotel."

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[Rocket Surgeon]

Listen to Tash!
You know what?

Listen to yourself.

Do what you want, do what YOU think would be fun and entertaining.

I can't wait to see what you come up with.

[NickTurner]

Whoa guys! There is no way little ole me can do ALL of San Francisco! Tash, you need not worry there will be plenty of fun to go round!

So, the weather finally cooperates today and it was a GLORIOUS fall day in Oakland (where I'm working). Way better than summer which is usually foggy and chilly! So I set out with my 'real' camera (Canon Rebel XTi), tripod and traveling Indy in search of Fortune and Glory! First I have to get there, so I try and get Indy riding the BART. Very hard in a bouncy train so more fuzzy pics, but they are fun anyway, so here we go with the best shots!

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[NickTurner]

Taking the tank to SF? Hmm. I'd be afraid it would get damaged! I can try some more local shots first to see how it looks 'driving' down the street - that's reasonable!

Funny story on the tank. My wife finally notices it and asks me where I got it and how much it cost. Huh? I say? I MADE this thing from scratch - there was no tank made (in this scale anyway). So I'm describing how I drew up plans, ordered big plastics card sheets, punched out rivets, made barbed wire, crew figures, and how it took 2 years plus etc. She says - "Where was I?" lol

I guess things like tanks just don't register on the female brain! (On the other hand she likes football, and that bores me silly....)

[NickTurner]

So now Indy passes by the Paramount Theatre in Oakland.

It starts getting funny when you set up a tripod in the street. This woman comes up to me and very aggressively DEMANDS to know what I am doing... and why! Now, this is my first direct communication with someone on the street while I'm busy with the camera. I'm fiddling with the aperture, the focus, getting Indy positioned just right, adding a flash 'cos you can't see our hero etc. I'm taken aback! So I reply, slightly snarkily, "I'm taking pictures!". "Duh!" I should have added! So in the end it's cool and I explain how there's a web site - Raiders - with a forum - Raven ... well you know the rest!

A second woman approaches me later and I have to explain again. I need cards to hand out! I need to make up some url cards so these curious folk can get in on the fun!

Anyway the pics came out pretty good! Maybe a diffuser of some kind would make the flash less 'harsh' on Indy, but without the flash he was a silhouette only. BTW are the pics still too big? I keep cutting the size down, but ....


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[NickTurner]

I'm printing out some simple cards to hand out to curious onlookers:

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[Rocket Surgeon]

I'm printing out some simple cards to hand out to curious onlookers:

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/Raven_card.jpg

Good idea, and funny story...did the pushy broad soften?

[NickTurner]

Ya once they know it's Indy and a "web stunt" it's all smiles and they think it's pretty cool!

But really, didn't her Mom teach her to ask NICELY? How wude! as Jar Jar would say.

At least now my expectations are set. I just hope I don't meet a REAL crazy!

[Stoo]

Taking the tank to SF? Hmm. I'd be afraid it would get damaged! I can try some more local shots first to see how it looks 'driving' down the street - that's reasonable!Having the tank outside on your street or nearby is exactly what I had in mind. (Too bad you couldn't bring it to Chinatown!)
It starts getting funny when you set up a tripod in the street. This woman comes up to me and very aggressively DEMANDS to know what I am doing... and why! Now, this is my first direct communication with someone on the street while I'm busy with the camera. I'm fiddling with the aperture, the focus, getting Indy positioned just right, adding a flash 'cos you can't see our hero etc. I'm taken aback! So I reply, slightly snarkily, "I'm taking pictures!". "Duh!" I should have added! So in the end it's cool and I explain how there's a web site - Raiders - with a forum - Raven ... well you know the rest!

A second woman approaches me later and I have to explain again. I need cards to hand out! I need to make up some url cards so these curious folk can get in on the fun!Great anecdote, Nick.:D During my stint with mini-Indy, it was always girls/women (including a young, female cop) who took an interest but none of them ever asked why. They just thought it was cute! (Your card is a neat idea.:up:)
BTW are the pics still too big? I keep cutting the size down, but ....Your pics are wee bit big but these latest ones are vertical so they don't really bother me, personally. My only gripe is BIG horizontal shots (in ANY thread) like your tank photo, because they screw up the format and it can be a pain in the butt to scroll across when reading text.

[NickTurner]

Having the tank outside on your street or nearby is exactly what I had in mind. (Too bad you couldn't bring it to Chinatown!)

I'll try it in downtown Antioch first. Looks more like an historic American town - outside my house is too modern!

Great anecdote, Nick.:D During my stint with mini-Indy, it was always girls/women (including a young, female cop) who took an interest but none of them ever asked why. They just thought it was cute! (Your card is a neat idea.:up:)

Didn't need the cards today - but there were some real cute runners to distract me:D

Your pics are wee bit big but these latest ones are vertical so they don't really bother me, personally. My only gripe is BIG horizontal shots (in ANY thread) like your tank photo, because they screw up the format and it can be a pain in the butt to scroll across when reading text.

I resized 'em for you all :hat:

The following picture is NOT AUTHORIZED!!! A guard at the Catholic Cathedral of Christ the Light shooed me off! I will refrain from editorial comment as I don't want to annoy any Catholics... But I'm posting it anyway:up:

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[Stoo]

I'll try it in downtown Antioch first. Looks more like an historic American town - outside my house is too modern!Sounds good, Nick!:D Last year, you posted some sample shots outside of your house with your own figure...Modern neighbourhood, for sure, but that's O.K. Try Indy with your tank outdoors wherever possible!
Didn't need the cards today - but there were some real cute runners to distract me:DSurprisingly, every single one of the curious girls/women who approached me while taking photos of Mini-Indy ranged from cute to hot. Their 'apparent' interest was shocking.
The following picture is NOT AUTHORIZED!!! A guard at the Catholic Cathedral of Christ the Light shooed me off! I will refrain from editorial comment as I don't want to annoy any Catholics... But I'm posting it anyway:up:Very nice building. Where is it?

P.S. The re-sizing of your wide photos makes the thread much easier to read!:up:

[NickTurner]

Sounds good, Nick!:D Last year, you posted some sample shots outside of your house with your own figure...Modern neighbourhood, for sure, but that's O.K. Try Indy with your tank outdoors wherever possible!

You are correct sir! (And your memory is awesome! :D )

Surprisingly, every single one of the curious girls/women who approached me while taking photos of Mini-Indy ranged from cute to hot. Their 'apparent' interest was shocking.

Now I'm doubly motivated! (Just don't tell my "trouble 'n' strife"!)

Very nice building. Where is it?

It is in Oakland, by Lake Merritt (see below).

Indy pays a visit to the the Scottish Rite Temple - not because of his dubious Scottish heritage but looking for clues to other 'lost' temples! This is home to the Freemasons.

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Passing by the Camron-Stanford House on Lakeside drive in Oakland. Victorian mansions like this used to ring the lake. Now there is only this one preserved as a museum.

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Lovely view across Lake Merritt. Nice day for a stroll.

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A view of the cathedral across the lake. Be careful zooming your camera! It makes the background look out of focus because it is magnified! In theory I can preview the depth of field in my camera but out in the field in bright sun squatting down to view through the camera on the tripod it's tough to actually see anything! Well now I know what to watch for.

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[Attila the Professor]

That's a lovely part of Oakland, Nick. I walked around the lake a few years back. Did Indy happen to visit the oldest bonsai tree in the Americas?

[NickTurner]

That's a lovely part of Oakland, Nick. I walked around the lake a few years back. Did Indy happen to visit the oldest bonsai tree in the Americas?

Wow! Never heard of it! Googled it and I've walked past that spot before too. Sounds like an intriguing place to visit. Right next door to Fairyland lol! I suppose a bonsai would just be a normal sized tree to our traveling pal! But for this outing Indy was on the west side of the lake only.

I don't know how this would go down, but a friend at work is visiting the Philippines for 3 weeks leaving this weekend. No idea what photos we would get out of this, but he is absolutely trustworthy so I would not hesitate to trust T Indy to him. I'm just not sure it's 'fair' to fellow Raveners who have been waiting for their own chance, but it would get Indy to another spot on the planet! So what do you say? OK for a 3 week detour? Indy riding a Jeepney? Or keep Indy going on the established schedule? I'm cool either way but I want to hear from folks here and make sure I'm not way off base with this suggestion!

[Rocket Surgeon]

I want to hear from folks here...You've got him, there's an opportunity. Like anything else, use you best judgement and do what Indy would do...thats what this is all about.

Three weeks will come and go and we'll still be here.

Two cents deposited.

[inky_skin]

Nick - a detour works fine for me as I'd describe this as an "exceptional" opportunity. All I'd say is try and avoid mailing Indy anywhere until after the busy festive period. Loving the pics so far - especially the technical discusssion on how to achieve best results / business cards.

[InexorableTash]

A detour is fine with me, although may I suggest that only the figure go, and keep the irreplaceable memorabilia with a board member?

[NickTurner]

Great to know folks are open to adventures! :hat:

Now why the heck should I be surprised by that, considering where I am!!!

I'm cluing my mate into the travels of Indy on the Raven, just to be sure he knows what he's in for! He's also planning to take a few test shots I believe. Sounds like a place rife with possibilities, so here's hoping it's on! :whip:

Oh and he was planning to just take Indy - the 'stuff' would stay with me until he returns. No mailing involved at all! I'll get him to 'stamp' the passport though!

[Stoo]

Hey, Nick, your last 4 images magically changed into different photos! Now they don't match the descriptions. What happened?:confused:

[NickTurner]

Hey, Nick, your last 4 images magically changed into different photos! Now they don't match the descriptions. What happened?:confused:


Wizard Indy strikes again with magically changing photos!! :D

Reality is much more mundane. I was editing on 2 different computers and named some files the same, then uploaded them!

[Stoo]

Wizard Indy strikes again with magically changing photos!! :DHeh! If Indy makes it down to the pinball machine at Fisherman's Wharf, he'll be a Pinball Wizard Indy!:p
Reality is much more mundane. I was editing on 2 different computers and named some files the same, then uploaded them!What are you, a multi-tasking octopus? Maybe we should start calling you, Kali, since you apparently have more than 2 arms!:D

I see the original photos are back in place. Nice sneak preview of the other ones.;)
You are correct sir! (And your memory is awesome! :D)Thanks, Nick, but Lance would disagree (when it comes to remembering deleted egg scenes, that is). Speaking of Lance, where is he?:confused:

[Billy Ray]

Again I have been neglecting this thread. Great pics Nick! I just got the same camera a couple of weeks ago and LOVE it. It's my first "real" camera. Wish I had had it in Afghanistan, but it probably would have wound up full of dust so just as well.

I hope Indy is careful in the Phillipines...he might get kidnapped by rebels. :eek:

[NickTurner]

What are you, a multi-tasking octopus? Maybe we should start calling you, Kali, since you apparently have more than 2 arms!:D

Well I don't work on them at the same time, silly! I was sneaking in some updates at work taking advantage of a quiet day! Usually I load and edit at home. And obviously my memory does not extend to filenames I used...

Since the "top secret" photos have already leaked I can instruct my team of "top men" to post them here officially. Today traveling Indy visits the world famous Jack London Square! (Tourist trap most likely...) Nice yachts with the docks in the background.

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_52.jpg

Hmm looks like a waterside hotel. Nearly lost the suitcase here when Indy fell onto the jetty. Those planks have BIG gaps. Gulp! Must pay more attention to surrounding in the future!

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_53.jpg

A statue of the famous author himself.

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_54.jpg

Enough contemplation! Time to move on...

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_55.jpg

Beautiful day for a stroll!

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_45.jpg

Must stop a while and enjoy the view. Boy the smells from the restaurant kitchens are making me hungry!

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_44.jpg

[NickTurner]

Ah-ha! The (re-located) cabin Jack London lived in in the Klondike! I should visit.


http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_46.jpg


Oh well it's all chained and locked up. What a shame. In my youth it seems like I was able to meet ALL the famous people! ;)


http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_47.jpg


Well no sense in hanging around here. Just a bunch of logs really...


http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_48.jpg


Now this looks more promising!


http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_49.jpg


Heinold’s First and Last Chance Saloon. This thing has been here a while for sure! Should I stop and quench my thirst?

Jack London used to hang out here, and who knows, perhaps the ale inspired his "credo":

I would rather be ashes than dust!
I would rather that my spark should burn out
in a brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dry-rot.
I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom
of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet.
The function of man is to live, not to exist.
I shall not waste my days trying to prolong them.
I shall use my time.

- Spoken like a true adventurer!


http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_50.jpg


Finally time to head back out, riding the 'B' shuttle!

http://home.comcast.net/~IndianaJonesToys/TIndy_51.jpg

[Lance Quazar]

Nick, your pictures are simply stunning. Absolutely gorgeous!

You're off to an AMAZING start.

WOW. WOW. WOW!!!

[Montana Smith]

What Lance said.

Plus, the perspective is pretty convincing in those shots. :up:

[Rocket Surgeon]

...the perspective is pretty convincing in those shots. :up:
Perfect!:hat:

[Junior Jones]

Ah-ha! The (re-located) cabin Jack London lived in in the Klondike! I should visit.


Oh well it's all chained and locked up. What a shame. In my youth it seems like I was able to meet ALL the famous people! ;)


Actually, Young Indy did meet Jack London in Fantome du Klondike (Phantom of the Klondike) published in French.

Love the pictures. :up:

[Stoo]

Well I don't work on them at the same time, silly!Just kidding around. Silly is my middle name!:p
Hmm looks like a waterside hotel. Nearly lost the suitcase here when Indy fell onto the jetty. Those planks have BIG gaps. Gulp! Must pay more attention to surrounding in the future!Same here, Nick. I nearly lost the suitcase & umbrella a couple of times in some close calls but Indy's luck was with me. Be CAREFUL folks!:eek:
Plus, the perspective is pretty convincing in those shots. :up:Indeed, especially the last photo on the shuttle train.:up: I was fooled by the shots of Jack London's cabin because, at first glance, it looked like a miniature diorama built with the old toy, Lincoln Logs!

[Pale Horse]

What Lance said.

Plus, the perspective is pretty convincing in those shots. :up:

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[Attila the Professor]

More support for the perspective. These look great.

[Lance Quazar]

Yes, I meant to mention that in my initial comments.

The forced (phony) perspective shots are masterful. I'm in awe of the depth of field and clarity of those images. Gorgeous!

[NickTurner]

Just kidding around. Silly is my middle name!:p

I'll see your silly, and raise you this!

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Indy checks out the proposed alien design for the next movie!

(aka Indy checks out Nick's 'serious' workspace in the office....hmm...)

[NickTurner]

Actually, Young Indy did meet Jack London in Fantome du Klondike (Phantom of the Klondike) published in French.

Oh rats! Blown THAT joke. (But does in count en Francais?)

Seriously though (for a second) - I did not know this. Thanks for the info!:up:

[NickTurner]

And now test shots from my mate going to Manila. I did ask if I could use his name or a handle, but I think what he gave was rather rude, so I'm going to double check before using!!

First shot is Indy crossing Franklin at 17th Street in Oakland. That's Rico's Diner on the corner - never been in there though. We (the office lunch gang) prefer the Hawaiian or Ichiro Sushi place a few doors up. Strangely it appears Indy does not cast a shadow! :eek:

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Indy visits my favorite bookstore - Dan Webb! He specializes in military books - Tanks baby! - so you can see my interest. He has wonderful unusual stuff all over though, so a good way to spend some time if you don't have to rush back to the office. We nicknamed him "Devil Dan" 'cos he is always tempting you to buy something in there! Today was a Dragon tank model.:D

"Hey buddy! Ancient religions and artifacts are in THAT section!"

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[Montana Smith]

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Indy visits my favorite bookstore - Dan Webb! He specializes in military books...

...and Saturday Night Fever impersonations!

More great photos, Nick.

[NickTurner]

...and Saturday Night Fever impersonations


LMAO!!

I was not not too happy with the riding-theBART pics, so I decided to have another go....

Boarding.

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Looking for a seat.

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Found one!

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OK, time to 'off-board'.

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I waited until a station this time before taking a picture, though I found the trains still wobble about when people get on or off!

Folks who find continuity errors in movies might notice a flaw in the 'narrative flow' here. :D

[NickTurner]

It's official! Indy is heading out to the Philippines for 3 weeks. Handover was made over pints of beer in a pub :up:

I took the liberty of supplying Indy with a few tools. Inspired by the movies and Raveners' imagination Indy gets into some adventures along with his travels. So in certain cases Indy might want to use a flaming torch, whip (coiled and deployed) or if all else fails, revolver. In most cases Indy will happily play tourist, but on occasion it might be fun to see him "in action". I also included a clear stand which might prove useful.

That's a lovely part of Oakland, Nick. I walked around the lake a few years back. Did Indy happen to visit the oldest bonsai tree in the Americas?

What a fantastic idea this turned out to be! The pics speak for themselves I think...and I was having so much fun I'll post a bunch of them!


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[NickTurner]

Hope you're not bored yet!

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[NickTurner]

My work colleagues came along and are now 'famous' on the Raven! One actually grows his own bonsai.

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[NickTurner]

Indy visits Chinatown in Oakland. Not as big as San Francisco, but there nonetheless. I wonder if this place is worth eating in?

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OK, seems popular enough...

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OMG! (Bowl of rice porridge with preserved egg - $1.50!)

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Ah street markets! Anything worth haggling over?

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Another restuarant...

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Hmm OK moving on then!

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[NickTurner]

Hmm busy street. Have to wait.

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OK now I can cross!

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Dang I think I'm lost. Did I take a wrong turn somewhere?

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Well, still in Chinatown for sure!

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Hot dang now THAT's where I should be staying!

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[NickTurner]

Back to BART in an underground station - 19th Street Oakland. (Taken hand held, no flash, auto exposure but manual focus, as were the Chinatown shots above.)

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A train will be along soon - I hope! Have a rendezvous to keep.

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This is it! The pub where I meet the man who has transport to the Philippines!

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[Rocket Surgeon]

Indiana Jones crossing the street! Great composition!

Is it getting easier?

[NickTurner]

Indiana Jones crossing the street!

LOL!

But it's crossing the street .... IN CHINATOWN! :D

Is it getting easier?
Perhaps so. I used a different technique for sure. The initial shots were 'Indy tourist', taking in the sites, up close to the camera, usually eliminating real people as they tended to spoil the shot, either messing up the perspective or by being bleary because of the narrow aperture and thus longer exposure time. The bonsai shots were taken without using the tripod, and for giggles I tried to get Indy together with real people. That seemed to work out, so in Chinatown I tried to get Indy right there on the street with the crowd. No tripod, auto exposure, slightly wide angle on the lens (which is more forgiving of focus), holding Indy further away from the camera and using manual focus. If I could I would bracket the focus shots - the only awkward part was holding Indy in one hand, camera in the other, then needing a third hand to adjust focus! Doing that gave me the luxury of later picking the best shot!

[Le Saboteur]

Indy visits Chinatown in Oakland. Not as big as San Francisco, but there nonetheless.

While it lacks the architecture of San Francisco's Chinatown, Oakland's does have the cachet of being a real working neighborhood unlike the tourist trap in SF. The menus in restaurants are typically still in Chinese, with Engrish translations. Doctors, lawyers, and whats its still cater to a predominantly Chinese crowds.

Hmm busy street. Have to wait.

Should have tired for an aerial shot that shows off the rad eight-way crosswalks!

Dang I think I'm lost. Did I take a wrong turn somewhere?

No, Sum Yee Pastry was right there! Did Wu Han not tell Indy of their fabulous steamed buns and obscenely large potstickers?! Cam Huong next store has, quite possibly, the best bahn mi in the East Bay; and at two-fifty, a price that has yet to be beat!

All in all, great pictures Nick! Keep up the great work...well, when Indy gets back.