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2 weeks
How Many Times Does Trixie Actually Say "I"?

One of Trixie's best-known traits in the fandom is that she speaks in the third person all the time. But does she really? Turns out, no one has ever counted the times she says "I." Until now...
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2 weeks
Reference/Inspiration List for "Where Black Seas Lap the Shores of Dead Stars"

Rather than litter the author's notes with references in my usual style, I thought I'd try something a little different. So, for the curious, I've made a separate blog post of all the references and allusions you might have missed!
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6 comments · 95 views
2 weeks
"Iron Horse" fans: New Robot Story news!

Hello, robot fans! Knowing the gorgeous, tasteful people you are, I have two things that might be of interest to you...
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4 comments · 241 views
3 weeks
New Story: "Where Black Seas Lap the Shores of Dead Stars"

Featuring references to Star Trek, Greek tragedies, and the Moody Blues! And yes, it has robots in it. (No, not that one.) I'm really proud of this one, folks, so I hope you read it and let me know if you enjoy it. Love ya lots, folks!
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3 comments · 81 views
10 weeks
Hat Man Reviews: "Haze" by Bandy!

Haze is a story that is filled with big ideas: Cloud empires. Flying earth ponies. Ancient religions. Superpower-inducing fungi. Unfortunately, much like the mushroom-munching ponies in this story, this story might be biting off more than it can handle…
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6 comments · 160 views

Nov

12th

2018

Douglas Rain, voice of HAL 9000 from "2001: A Space Odyssey" has died · 2:12am Nov 12th, 2018

As a fan of all things robot and AI, I felt the need to reflect on one of the most iconic AI characters with one of the most iconic voices in all of cinema. HAL's influence runs deep; even 002's singular glowing eye was partly inspired by HAL's key feature. Thank you, Mr. Rain. Full story is here.