Roast Gooble Dinner - Episode 043 Discussion!

[13977]

Great episode if not a bit on the down side but glad to hear you back on the bio's
While I think Eamon hit the nail on the head with the movie theme being superman meets star wars I still love that theme!
Now what can we do to cheer Emiliano up?

[Penny Dreadful]

I'm just saying that if I want to hear someone read me a MOTU story (even a half assed MOTUC bio lol), Penny D. is my first choice. Although it's an unfair comparison as she's a HEXcellent Horror Host.

LOL! Thanks Count. You're officially on peculiar Penny's promotional payroll. Well, I mean, you would be on it if I had a payroll... or money. Do you accept green stamps?

We're not friends any more!

Aw come on Dan. Remember, it took TWO of us to fill in for you this episode! TWO!

Additionally, Penny's observation about what is taught in writing classes about "show don't tell" is bang on the head. IMO

Thanks Mr. Country.

[Darkkosis]

Actually I enjoy episodes like this one where genuine thoughts and constructive criticism are aimed at Mattel and fans who support the company blindly. So kudos to you guys for speaking on behalf of many of us.
Yes, we all want the line to succeed and expand, but good quality control and customer's satisfaction have to come first IMO.

And Eamon, please enjoy your quality sausage after the show ends next time, the Battle Pigeon porn flick is enough entertainment as is.

[tenno]

I'd brush aside any concern about negativity. I'd like to believe that someone (Toy Guru!) might hear the legitimate suggestion to put the character in to the character bios. The suggestion to, for instance, define the plot through the unique character perspectives is an inspired idea. Bravo.

[MegaGearMax]

I disagree about Catra's bio.

1) What's so bad about linking her (or anyone non-NA) to New Adventures?

2) Catra ruled a planet in the Tri-Solar System waaaaay back in antiquity. Even predating He-Man. When we are finally introduced to the Tri-Solar System, it's in the far future. It's the same place.

3) I think greed prompted Catra to join the Horde. She had a world already, but with the Horde, she could conquer more worlds.

4) I think the Force Captain rank might be a new thing introduced by Hordak when his Child of Power™ became of age. When Adora left the Horde, Hordak kept the ranking in place and Catra was the next logical choice.

5) As for her age, Filmation Catra has to lead the likes of MYP's 5000 year old Grizzlor, Mantenna and Leech, who probably weren't the goofballs that they were in Filmation. So she has to be as ancient as those guys would laugh in her face when she gave them orders. Unlike Adora, Catra didn't have the Child of Power™ advantage that gave her instant privileges.

6) I think only the Horde guys banished to Despondos were immortal. Hordak and the wizards probably placed that enchantment on the original spell so that King Grayskull and his people would have suffered forever in banishment knowing that they failed to stop him from taking over Eternia.

[RockinHard]

This episode is full of much MOTUC hate. Though, Mattel should have the shoulder issue corrected now, and I agree that there should be some type of compensation--particularly to the subscribers.

[Count Marzo]

LOL! Thanks Count. You're officially on peculiar Penny's promotional payroll. Well, I mean, you would be on it if I had a payroll... or money. Do you accept green stamps?

lol! Green stamps huh? Are they...the kind you can lick?

Anyways, I just noticed that I should probably change my .org user title as it is probably offensive to you!

[JVS3]

This episode is full of much MOTUC hate.

Just wait until we get to the episode full of RockinHard hate!

[RockinHard]

Just wait until we get to the episode full of RockinHard hate!

That is my most-anticipated episode! Can't wait for the voice and emails on that one!

[Vaal]

So Val, to clear things up... Vaal rhymes with the words "all" and "fall".

It's from the Star Trek episode "The Apple", a hilariously terrible episode. Watch it sometimes for laughs!

Keep up the Gooble goodness.

[Larry Waters]

This episode is full of much MOTUC hate. Though, Mattel should have the shoulder issue corrected now, and I agree that there should be some type of compensation--particularly to the subscribers.

How is there any hate?

In what way, exactly, is commenting on poor quality of product "hate"?

Continuing poor QC, continuing poor writing on bios....that's not hate, bro. That's truth.

This episode is full of much truth.

[Mr_Yuck]

I don't think that the episode was "overly negative" at all in my opinion. The simple fact of the matter is that this shoulder issue is a huge deal. Couple that with Scott's less than professional response to it with comments like "This is your King Hsss, people!" and Mattel's lack of action in taking meaningful measures to make this right to their customers, and I think it's completely fair to offer criticism for these types of things.

I think one of the most powerful statements I heard on this issue is Emiliano's comment about his feelings on the Classics line. Seriously, for someone who has as much passion for MOTU as he does to come out and make that statement, I would like to think that it would give SOMEONE at Mattel some pause and perhaps re-evaluate certain aspects of how this line as handled.

I will say though, I LOVED Emiliano's take on King Hsss! That's something I think I would work into my personal canon on how I view the Snakemen.

Awesome job, everyone! Thanks for putting on a great episode!

[JVS3]

So Val, to clear things up... Vaal rhymes with the words "all" and "fall".

Ahh, good to know. Thanks!

How is there any hate?

In what way, exactly, is commenting on poor quality of product "hate"?

I'm assuming RockinHard is just joking around but stinks at using emoticons to help establish that.

[Count Marzo]

The funny thing about Emiliano's rant about how people treat MOTU like it's a sports team or a religion is I totally can relate to that and even fall into that category sometimes.

I believe the correct term for it is Matty Apologist™!

Are we not a cult around here?

[AlternativeMindz]

The funny thing about Emiliano's rant about how people treat MOTU like it's a sports team or a religion is I totally can relate to that and even fall into that category sometimes.

I believe the correct term for it is Matty Apologist™!

Are we not a cult around here?

a cult would follow blindly without fault, we are more like a dictatorship (may not always agree) but what can you do?

[RockinHard]

I'm assuming RockinHard is just joking around but stinks at using emoticons to help establish that.

I smell fresher than a flower or a girl on prom night (in most cases), thank you very much!

[JVS3]

a cult would follow blindly without fault, we are more like a dictatorship (may not always agree) but what can you do?

Weakest dictatorship ever.

I smell fresher than a flower or a girl on prom night (in most cases), thank you very much!

If you come to SDCC, we'll put that to the test.

[AlternativeMindz]

Weakest dictatorship ever.



If you come to SDCC, we'll put that to the test.

LOL pretty much

[Larry Waters]

Weakest dictatorship ever.

Our leader is a ferret with a powder wig and a hammer...that's not weak.

That's freaking frightening!

[julez6]

After hearing this episode im really shocked that Emiliano would even state that some fans are picking sides, matty supporters and matty haters. Some of us choose to not let reversed shoulders become the end of the world. There are bigger things going on in this country. I do believe in good quality control, but lets be real and call it like it is. If you go to any fast food restaurant look around, you are lucky to have someone greet you. There are no more Sir or Mam how can I help you. That is the new attitude, informal and non-caring. By the way I am a retired Sgt of the US Army and have to no problem stating these things to anyones face.

[Benedict Judas Hel]

As I edited this episode, I was like "Geez, this is a depressing ep."

This episode is full of much MOTUC hate.

Yes! I can feel the hatred growing! Soon your journey towards the Dark Side will be complete!

[Pixel Dan]

lol, it wasn't THAT funny!

I'm just saying that if I want to hear someone read me a MOTU story (even a half assed MOTUC bio lol), Penny D. is my first choice. Although it's an unfair comparison as she's a HEXcellent Horror Host.

Nothing against Pixel Dan at all on the bio reading. He's the best email reader if that makes him feel any better...and that's also an unfair comparison as I watch him on That New Toy Smell every week reading questions sent in to the Fan Corner.

LOL! Ok..."Best E-Mail Reader" is acceptible.

[MegaGearMax]

After hearing this episode im really shocked that Emiliano would even state that some fans are picking sides, matty supporters and matty haters. Some of us choose to not let reversed shoulders become the end of the world. There are bigger things going on in this country. I do believe in good quality control, but lets be real and call it like it is. If you go to any fast food restaurant look around, you are lucky to have someone greet you. There are no more Sir or Mam how can I help you. That is the new attitude, informal and non-caring. By the way I am a retired Sgt of the US Army and have to no problem stating these things to anyones face.

It's true. While we do have fans who weren't bothered by Roboto or King Hssss' shoulders because it wasn't noticeable, we do have a group of fans present who are afraid to speak out against Mattel for fear of Mattel somehow getting angry and cancelling the line.

I work part time at retail where the department heads and associates are supposed to greet or acknowledge people at least 10 feet away to make their shopping experience the most pleasant that it could be.

As far as having the guts to speak to people's faces, if you treat people with respect online as you would in public, you'll have no problem meeting fans face-to-face.

[Penny Dreadful]

After hearing this episode im really shocked that Emiliano would even state that some fans are picking sides, matty supporters and matty haters. Some of us choose to not let reversed shoulders become the end of the world.

The problem was more that people were saying "my figure is perfect" when it obviously isn't perfect. It's simply a fact. There was frustration because of the backlash against people expressing criticism over problems with a mistake on the figure. Legitimate criticism was being met with outcries of people claiming negativity and espousing a "Go Matty!" attitude. Whether it bothers someone or not, there was indeed a problem and people have a right to express their opinion on it. Of course it isn't the end of the world, but it is annoying for many people and they should be allowed to say so.

There are bigger things going on in this country.

Which country? Italy? US? England? Ireland? Regardless, that statement is irrelevant. Nobody is comparing toys to the importance of real-world events.

As far as having the guts to speak to people's faces, if you treat people with respect online as you would in public, you'll have no problem meeting fans face-to-face.

Well said MGM.

[julez6]

The point I am trying to make is that too many people make some crazy remarks about toys. They are toys. Listen to emiliano and how frustrated he got. To the point that he stated he hated the line, Really! I enjoy listening to the show because of the knowledge behind the creation of this amazing toy. I also enjoy the forums to find out what is going on with this line since we dont have any cartoon or movie.