Word Wars: Connecting and Encouraging Over Great Distances http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028 little1liz Word wars (writing sprints that are all about high word count in a set time limit) are great ways to increase your overall word count, stay motivated, and discover interesting plot twists and unexpected details about characters. Between writing events and for those too spread out to attend a write-in word wars happen over MSN, Twitter, and other networky-thingies. If you are interested in participating with other NS writers in sprints and word wars this is the thread to connect. Share what is the best way for you to challenge each other (MSN vs. Twitter vs. Other) share your victories and find encouragement to keep writing. (If you are going to share an emails remember to write it like "email at server dot com" to avoid spam spiders). Sun, 30 Oct 2011 17:35:43 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_298596 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_298596 AuroraLee I participate in word wars/sprints via Twitter (@AuroraLee) and here on the forums. They're a great way to help you keep focused if you're having issues with that. Don't forget to also check out @NaNoWordSprints on Twitter! You don't need to be registered or logged on to Twitter to view either of these accounts (just to post replies) so if you're mobile and the Nano site is too difficult to navigate on your phone or tablet, check out Twitter instead :) (and I'm guessing only wars won at write ins count for the Valley's Point Race. :P) Sun, 30 Oct 2011 18:27:40 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_299485 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_299485 little1liz How did I know you'd be the first one to comment? [quote=AuroraLee] (and I'm guessing only wars won at write ins count for the Valley's Point Race. :P) [/quote] Yes, only write in word war victories count for points. Unless....we could organize and official online word war for points. And by we I mean you. Sun, 30 Oct 2011 18:51:22 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_299888 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_299888 AuroraLee Because you know me so well? :P I'll think on it, there may be a way to make it happen :) Sun, 30 Oct 2011 19:30:57 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_300591 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_300591 little1liz I know a certain points fiend who would be a fan of another way to earn points. November isn't about novel writing...it's about points and prizes :) Sun, 30 Oct 2011 19:47:18 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_300859 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_300859 BlisteredFingers Would it be worth it to create a Facebook group for this region? I haven't used MSN in years, and my Twitter account is for my job. I'm certainly not opposed to a real-time way to connect with each other, but it has to work for me. Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:02:04 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302281 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302281 little1liz We could do that....would a name like NS Wrimos work for everyone as a facebook group title? Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:03:38 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302311 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302311 AuroraLee [quote=little1liz] I know a certain points fiend who would be a fan of another way to earn points. November isn't about novel writing...it's about points and prizes :) [/quote] novel writing? I didn't sign up for that!? where's my prize!?? [quote=little1liz] We could do that....would a name like NS Wrimos work for everyone as a facebook group title? [/quote] Works for me. We could post word wars here or on the facebook page as we do them at the write ins, that way those who can't make it might still be able to participate in those online. Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:06:39 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302366 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302366 little1liz you are so smart and creative...ever thought about writing a novel? I think you'd come up with some great ideas Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:18:38 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302606 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302606 BlisteredFingers I think it's a good idea. I know that some of my groups don't have the chat feature at the bottom, but some do. Is there a way to turn that on? Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:21:38 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302665 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302665 nuchtchas All new Facebook groups will have the chat feature at the bottom, it's the older ones that will sometimes not have the chat feature. It seems that I only use FB for groups these days so I am all for that Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:29:18 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302813 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302813 AuroraLee Hmm, I'll have to think about, I've can take my time thinking up an idea right?? Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:29:49 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302824 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_302824 AmaiRose My ears are burning... as they do any time the word fiend is mentioned. Actually though, I would probably lose ground on points on this given that I'm not on facebook or twitter or msn or... Can the idea that's thought of work around any of that? Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:30:41 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_312482 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_312482 little1liz [quote=AmaiRose] My ears are burning... as they do any time the word fiend.... [/quote] "Points Fiend" was written with love. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:06:57 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_319698 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_319698 AmaiRose I never said you were wrong in your description. I just said it was clear. :) Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:03:40 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_324831 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_324831 AuroraLee I was thinking of trying to run some word sprints here in this thread while at the kingstec write-in tomorrow. what do you think? And as it's during a write-in, if someone wins on this thread it could be worth points? Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:53:46 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_335581 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_335581 little1liz [quote=AuroraLee] I was thinking of trying to run some word sprints here in this thread while at the kingstec write-in tomorrow. what do you think? And as it's during a write-in, if someone wins on this thread it could be worth points? [/quote] Sure -I'm in a generous mood...and points are free. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 01:16:08 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_336099 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_336099 AmaiRose Is it bad that the combination of 'generous mood' and 'free points' made me break into evil moohouhaha laughter? Tue, 01 Nov 2011 02:44:47 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_338159 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_338159 little1liz Not weird at all....I should have let out an evil laugh, I've been working on mine. Vocal coach and everything. Some people forget the laugh, and that is just about standards. You don't think bad horse didn't work on his whiny? His evil deadly whiny. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:08:31 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_341394 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_341394 AmaiRose No. I know he did. The Thoroughbred of Sin is sort of my role model.... I wanna do great things, you know? I wanna be an achiever, like Bad Horse. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 06:49:05 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_343357 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_343357 BlisteredFingers Enjoying the Dr. Horrible groove going on... Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:40:10 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_350135 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_350135 little1liz [quote=AmaiRose] I wanna do great things, you know? I wanna be an achiever, like Bad Horse. [/quote] "I meant Ghandi." Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:37:14 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_351406 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_351406 AuroraLee Is anyone playing along at home? If so, I'll run a sprint at 1215. If not, well... I won't bother :P Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:45:03 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_353080 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_353080 little1liz Heading over now....see you soon. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:53:19 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_353255 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_353255 AuroraLee I didn't run any wars online cause no one seemed to be on. I'll try and remind people earlier next week! Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:37:52 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_356832 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_356832 AmaiRose Hey, Liz, wanna see my impression of Gandhi? Tue, 01 Nov 2011 19:24:43 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_357639 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_357639 nuchtchas [quote=AmaiRose] Hey, Liz, wanna see my impression of Gandhi? [/quote] *wacks a deamon* "Gandhi?" *shrugs* Well, he was really pissed off Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:26:23 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_365837 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_365837 GameCobra Actively posting in this forum is my way of word waring. But i might get something going on MSN! >.> Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:09:54 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_367385 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_367385 AmaiRose Idea for this... the Halifax chat has a word war bot, and they're pretty good about people not entirely in the region, but not far enough way that it's absurd, lurking in the chat room. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:46:37 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_459472 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_459472 AuroraLee Remember: if there is online interest during the Tuesday write-in I'll run word wars in this thread. I'll post here when the write-in starts to see if there's anyone around and wanting to take part. If no one replies I won't bother. I'd feel awfully lonely if I were the only one warring in the thread. ;) Not sure if that will happen Monday, I won't have a computer at the write-in... You can always check in during the write-in time, though and see if someone else has offered to run them :) See you Tuesday! Sat, 05 Nov 2011 23:55:40 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_502581 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_502581 AuroraLee Hmm. I suppose I expected everyone to be a mind reader ;) Write-ins Tuesday 11 am - 2pm; Monday 6-9 pm. You can participate in the thread wars even if you're not in the valley or at the write-in :D Sat, 05 Nov 2011 23:56:58 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_502625 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=1#forum_thread_comment_502625 AmaiRose I'll have a computer at the write in on Monday. If you can tell me what and when while you're there, I'll post stuff. Sun, 06 Nov 2011 00:29:44 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_503551 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_503551 AuroraLee kk :D we'll chat on Monday then. (well, we would have chatted anyway, but you know what I mean ;) ) Sun, 06 Nov 2011 00:54:05 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_504266 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_504266 AmaiRose Anyone want to join in online? We'll be doing a word war at the write in later, and if someone posts hoping for details, the whens can be put up, and the online participant can be eligible to win and get points! Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:26:40 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_558203 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_558203 little1liz Word War starting in five minutes Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:38:43 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_558499 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_558499 AmaiRose Alright, the first one is done... but there should be another is anyone is interested. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:54:27 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_558869 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_558869 nuchtchas I want in, but I don't check the forum when writing, you you have the start and stop time? I can make sure to time myself? Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:02:24 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_559060 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_559060 AmaiRose We're going to do a ten minute one shortly. Update your number for liz, to know if you score. Good luck. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:54:56 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_560315 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_560315 nuchtchas yeah I missed it again. Oh well Tue, 08 Nov 2011 01:22:10 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_560929 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_560929 AmaiRose If you have a ten minute number, she'll count it. You don't have to at the same time we're doing it. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 01:28:38 +0100 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_561066 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/canada-nova-scotia-elsewhere/threads/15028?page=2#forum_thread_comment_561066