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Literature / Re: TERRA: The dark world, the falling sun. by millstone(m): 7:26pm On Dec 14, 2014
The walk to their quarters was long and terrifying. Akira could barely see. She could only see the faint light on the pathway and she could barely see above her knee and she couldn't see the face of those around her. Apart from the darkness, the place had a irritating smell. She hated the smell. It was that of dead bodies and she felt she was the only one that could sense it. The place was poorly kept and she could hear from afar people screaming for either fear or death. The Krains were known for torturing prisoners and their cruelty, their culture was truly alien to life on Terra. Only five decade ago the Krains came down from the stars and inhabited the dark lands of Terrra. They had grew in number and the other Lords had grown suspicious of them. Rumors had circulated that the Krains would capture and eat the flesh off Terrans that walked into the dark worlds and grind their bones as powders for the women. But standing in front of Akira was a Krain who was clothed with darkness and all she could make up was it's curvy and long shadow falling on the ground.
They reached a dead end and all of a sudden the wall opened and Lord Ki-Wa and his entourage are ushered into the dark room.
''Here Lord Ki-Wa. Do enjoy your little time on our dark world, the gathering will start when the sun sets tonight",said the frail as it dissapears into the darkness.
''My Lord we have never had a gathering held after the sunsets, I do not trust Lord Savage'', said Councillor Ega, one who always insists on traditions.
"The dark world smells of death. Darkness everywhere" another Councillor replied.
"All thesame, more reason for us to be done here on time",replied Lord Ki-Wa."Akira, we have no much time left, get ready"
"Yes father", replied Akira who was already stricken with fear to speak much.
In no time they were done, the sun was setting above the dark land. Another Krain appears, this time alone and asks for the Huntu delegates to come with him. They follow, like lamb to the slaughter. They walked in fear. Darkness still covered the pathway, but from afar, they could see light coming from a hall. They couldn't wait to get there but the Krain moved so slow Akira felt like pushing him. Finally they got there but the Krain stayed in the dark and pointed the room to them.
"The gathering begins soon Lord Ki-Wa'' said the Krain as he walks away. They are taken by two guards into the hall to a place lavishly decorated where the councillors sits. On the Lord Keeper's chair is Lord Savage, the Krain Lord, flanked by Krain guards and fear burning from him. The other two Lords was Lord Amin, Keeper of the Tutsin realm and his delegates and Lord Gad Al-Affi, keeper of the Golden realm. They all can't trust the Krain but what choice do they have, the Bantus had refused to host the gathering unless the Krain leaves Terra. Lord Savage after letting reality sink into the other Lords, the Krain dancers comes out and performs a dance that was more terrifying than it was entertaining. Lord Savages takes the stage and suddenly, darkness falls over the hall....
Literature / TERRA: The dark world, the falling sun. by millstone(m): 12:36am On Dec 14, 2014
Hello nairalanders. This is the first time I am putting this story down which began as an idea. I also wish that no aspect of the story be copied for any purpose. I will be posting every three(3) days because it will be written in several episode. Its a fictional story with a large sci-fi concept but I hope you all like it. The names will be African and the culture African. Pls enjoy, I am open to constructive criticism.
EPISODE 1: Into the dark world.
Akira Ki-Wa was racing into the Mother-Hub, struggling hard to breathe in her heavy costume. Racing across the decorated halls, she could see the look on her father's face and it was quite difficult to read. She had just passed her 20th star and was now "worthy" to join in the 100th gathering of the keepers of the 7 realms, only that 4 keepers were attending out of 7. She never fancied a meeting were irrelevant matters about organizing troops or exchange of IMMADI were discussed for days.
Akira was a herald. The daughter of Lord Musa Ki-Wa, keeper of the Huntu Realm. Raised by her father who is now worn out by years of endless campaign trying to prevent the entire realm from slipping into anarchy, her only joy was riding across the green lands of the Huntu realm into the golden sun. But those days are now gone. She is now a lady. Her duty was to partake in fierce diplomacy and someday be the Lord and Keeper of the Huntu realm. She had been a loner,father's only bond with dear Akira was telling her stories of 'THE FALL' and how the Huntus had gained control of the largest IMMADI port.
"Akira! Hurry! No more time for foolish behaviors!" Yelled Lord Musa who was flanked by guards and councilors.
"Sorry my Lord" Akira replied.
Lord Musa never joked with time but honest. He had not always been like that though. Once a carefree Writer and madly in love with Kambilli, his entire world was changed when the Nomads attacked the Huntu realm and it was his ability to raise an army out of mere air-riders and farmers to defend the realm and won the heart of the councilors. Years later, he was elected keeper. But it all came at a price.
Aboard the mother-hub which was set to carry over 20 councilors and the Keeper for the 100th gathering of the keepers, Akira never was comfortable. She remembered the dreams she had 3 days before of the sun falling on TERRA and the entire planet disappearing out of the stars.
"Father, I do not believe this year's gathering should be attended" said Akira to her father who was sitting by her side.
"Hush little girl! Our very existence and future depends on this gathering. The IMMADI is becoming unstable and the Lords no longer abide by the sacred acts of our fathers"replied Musa
"But father only 4 Lord are going to be there, the Nomads continue their campaign to penetrate the Lands and the Bantus have left the gathering..."
"Those are what will be addressed little one, the Nomads are outcast, the Bantus claim Lord Savage...."
"Lord Savage cannot be trusted father, you said so yourself and yet we will be guest under his house and hold the gathering with him as Keeper of the Lords? His sight alone...."
"Someday you too will keep a realm and then know how to trust your enemy. Lord Savage is a Krain, because he looks different from us and his people are different from us means nothing. He has provided a thousand ships to rebuild the IMMADI ports and soon the gathering will regain it's honor. Terra will become united again my child".
"Father...."
"No more child. Pay attention to little details in the gathering. No mare air-riding. You will someday represent the realm and protect the millions at home. Akira we are safe. Lord Savage knows about the sacred act of ensuring your guest are safe with you. Be good Akira!", commanded Lord Musa who suddenly left his daughter's presence to join the councilors. The mother-hub had reached it's destination in light speed. They were now in the Hinterlands. The hinterlands was ruled by Lord Savage, the councilors were no more and now the hinterlands now manufacturers of battleships and all sorts of terrifying weapons. Lord Savage was a Krain. Covered with scaly skin and bald all through. They needed carbon to breathe but the laws of Terra and life on Terra forbids it. Carbon could kill all life on Terra.
As the ship landed and Lord Musa alongside his terrified daughter and councilors step foot on ground, a long dark figure emerge from the darkness ahead, they could see 3 terrifying figures accompanying him in the dark, the hinterlands was a dark realm, the only light appearing came from the mother-hub. Akira felt in her heart that truly something more lied within the darkness that was the Hinterlands.
"Welcome Lord Ki-Wa, the darkness welcomes you..."while he bow his head with a sinister smile on his face. As the mother ship is guided to a parking space all that was left around Akira was a dark world and a figure which gave no hope......
To be continued.....
Pls people, I will continue tomorrow, it is really short and I apologize but I will post more tomorrow. Good night smiley smiley smiley
Nairaland / General / Re: What Is Happening In Nairaland That Some Irrelevant Topics Make Front Page. by millstone(m): 10:39pm On Dec 13, 2014
It really is not the type of change I expected on nairaland. A FP topic could have over 30 pages but right now u juz see some with only 2-5. That aint ryt. Let the relevant, captivating and educative topic make FRONT PAGE.
Nairaland / General / Re: What Is Happening In Nairaland That Some Irrelevant Topics Make Front Page. by millstone(m): 3:29pm On Dec 12, 2014
halalMACburger:
When Seun has supermods liken this https://www.nairaland.com/2041248/seun-please-stop-ishilove-closing

What do you expect?
The MODS should do what needs to be done and not put topics on the FP unnecssarily.
RULE 20? Fine it is necessary to respect the MODS but that should not make them bullies on nairaland.
Nairaland / General / Re: What Is Happening In Nairaland That Some Irrelevant Topics Make Front Page. by millstone(m): 3:10pm On Dec 12, 2014
Fabdedon:
whats suggestion do you have to make Nairaland intresting/Fun

I am not saying nairaland is not fun. Its just the rate at which some topic which are not FP worthy are placed there is not cool. Some better remain in the sectiom where there were created.
Nairaland / General / What Is Happening In Nairaland That Some Irrelevant Topics Make Front Page. by millstone(m): 2:04pm On Dec 12, 2014
I ve been a lover of nairaland, infact I ve even introduced to my sisters, dad and friends. Since I discovered this site in 2008 shortly I became a member but I ve used 3 different account, most of the time because I forgot my password or a problem with my mail,but I always visit nairaland daily either as a guest or with my account but I ve fixed that and this is my permanent account(hopefully). But recently now some really silly topic just appears in front page. The front page used to have really interesting and capturing topic which sometimes make one laugh, was educating, interesting and could make you stay for hours on nairaland. Now out of the front page topics I saw this morning. Only 3 I opened. I am not saying those topics on nairaland are not interesting but they best be left in their sections. I ve always enjoyed nairaland and still do, but the MODS really need to sit up and sort this out. Thanks.
Education / Re: Albert Einstein And Marie Curie Pictured Together + See Letter He Wrote To Her by millstone(m): 1:34pm On Dec 12, 2014
Nice info.
Dear Mods, if this piece doesnt make front page rather than the unnecessary stories that does then nairaland is turning itself into what God knows. Atleast the pic above of 2 unique peeps and d very interesting letter should. Thanks
smiley smiley
Celebrities / Re: Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki) & Manchester United Midfielder Maroune Fellaini (Pics) by millstone(m): 12:58pm On Dec 12, 2014
Aki be like: Yo Fellani, I am ya number one fan grin grin grin grin... Meanwhile he doesnt even know wat role he plays. grin cheesy embarassed
Family / Re: My Husband Doesn't Blv I Lost My Virginity To Him.it's Hurtful by millstone(m): 11:52pm On Dec 10, 2014
Just tell him u use to self-pleasure yourself.... i dnt blame him tho. But mrs. U ve already disvirgined yourself naaa.... U didnt keep yourself ma. Probably u use 2 stick d whole finger in grin grin grin

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TV/Movies / Will Smith And Tom Hardy To Star In DC Suicide Squad Movie by millstone(m): 11:38am On Dec 06, 2014
Just when you thought superhero movies were taking it easy after Thanksgiving, Warner Bros. decides to drop a casting bomb or six for its 2016 movie that doesn’t feature Ben Affleck, and Marvel quietly plans an extension to its much-anticipated Avengers: Age of Ultron. What tryptophan hangover were you talking about? Here are the highlights of this week’s superhero movie news.
SUPER IDEA: Warner Bros. Making a Suicide Pact With Will Smith, Tom Hardy, and Jared Leto


Ending weeks of speculation, Warner Bros. announced on Tuesday that, yes, almost everyone you’d heard connected with a Suicide Squad role would actually be in the movie. That means that we’ll see[b] Will Smith as Deadshot[/b], Tom Hardy as Rick Flagg, Jai Courtney as Captain Boomerang, Cara Delevingne as the Enchantress, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, and Jared Leto as the Joker. You have to admit, that’s a kind of crazy cast list.
Why this is super: Didn’t we just say that was a crazy cast list? It’s hard to imagine what the eventual movie will turn out like with all of those actors on the screen together, but we’re looking forward to finding out. Oh, and that’s not the only Suicide Squad piece of news this week…
SUPER IDEA: Oprah Winfrey Could Be DC’s Nick Fury

Also hidden in Variety’s write-up of the Suicide Squad casting news was this gem: “The studio’s shortlist of actresses being eyed for the role [of Amanda Waller, the major doom behind the Squad itself] includes Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, and Oprah Winfrey, whom sources say would be WB’s first choice for the part.” Yes, you read that right: Warner Bros. might want Oprah Winfrey to play Amanda Waller.
Why this is super: Let’s be real here: This is a piece of genius casting. We’ve all heard rumors that Winfrey, behind the scenes, is more of a badass than her televisual persona would suggest, and here would be a role in which she could take charge and make grown men cry on a regular basis. Not to put Viola Davis or Octavia Spencer down in the slightest—who would? Spencer in particular would make an amazing Waller—but the very idea of Winfrey taking on the role is more exciting than all of the casting announcements of Marvel’s last four movies put together. How can we make this happen?
SUPER IDEA: Guillermo del Toro Making His Supernatural DC Superhero Movie

It’s been a while since we’ve heard anything about Guillermo del Toro’s Dark Universe, which brings together supernatural characters from the DC Comics stable including the Demon, Zatanna, and Swamp Thing. When it wasn’t mentioned during Warners’ big DC presentation in October, many assumed the project was dead, but the Pacific Rim director told Forbes that wasn’t the case, and that the script is with the studio even as you read these words. He later confirmed to Collider that the project is intended to be part of Warners’ “shared universe” of DC properties.
Why this is super: If you’ve seen any of his movies, it’s self-evident why del Toro developing a project using DC’s supernatural characters is a good thing. Just imagine how great it could look, if nothing else.

So, we already know next year’s Fantastic Four movie will remake Doctor Doom from a melodramatic dictator of a small Eastern European country into a “very anti-social programmer” called Victor Domashev, and now it turns out that sources from the movie are describing his look as “Halo’s Master Chief with a Doctor Doom mask and that hooded cape.”
Why this is villainy: Look, we’re not claiming the original design was anything more than a suit of armor with a bright green tunic over it, but still: He’s a programmer with a grudge who looks like a videogame character? It’s like you’re not even trying anymore, everyone involved with the Fantastic Four movie. Come on, people.
Avengers 2 Is Maybe Still Filming

There’s just six months until Avengers: Age of Ultron hits theaters, and we’ve already seen the first trailer, but apparently Marvel isn’t done with the movie just yet. A report from the Daily Mail newspaper claims that the cast will return for another two weeks of shooting next month, ahead of production beginning on the third and fourth Avengers movies at the end of 2015.
Why this is super: Last-minute reshoots are becoming a Marvel Studios tradition, but it’s hard to argue with the quality of the result, with Captain America: The Winter Soldier leading the argument for staying open to the idea. If Joss Whedon and company think that they missed something important after watching a rough assembly (no pun intended, etc.) of the footage to date, who are we to argue? Well, until the movie’s released, of course. Then everyone will argue, because that’s what we do.
Marvel Finally Confirms Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange

Ending months of speculation about the identity of the Sorcerer Supreme, Marvel Studios announced today that Sherlock Holmes himself—aka Benedict Cumberbatch—would be playing Dr. Stephen Strange in Scott Derrickson’s 2016 adaptation of the magical character. Cumberbatch’s name had been linked to the role for months, although countless others—amongst them, Ryan Gosling, Jared Leto and Tom Hardy—had also been reported as being in the running. Of course, now that we finally have a Strange, it’s time to start thinking about who will play the villain of the piece, and just who that villain will be. Baron Mordo? Dormammu? Maybe even the faux Satan named Mephisto?
Why this is super: If nothing else, it’s good to finally have the uncertainty behind us. And, let’s be honest, we’d watch Cumberbatch in almost anything, as Star Trek Into Darkness has already proven. cool cool

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