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Futures are a section in the [[Perplex City Sentinel]], much like Horoscopes.
==General==
*'''Website:''' http://www.perplexcitysentinel.com/futures/
*Futures are a section in the [[Perplex City Sentinel]], much like Horoscopes on Earth.
*As on Earth, each sign has an association with a certain portion of the [[Calendar]]
*Also as on Earth, The signs appear to have mythological significance.
*Many people believe the futures are all stuff and nonesense.




===Futures from March 21 edition:===
==The Signs==
===The Hand===
*January 11 - February 10
*[[Gyvann]] referred to hands often, and it has been speculated that he may have been using a play on phrase referring to literal and skyward hands at once.


===The Baby===
*February 11 - March 10


''The Eagle (March 11 - April 10)''<br>
===The Eagle===
Heel, boy! You've been coming down pretty hard on your group. Step back, breathe, and remember - it's only a game.
*March 11 - April 10


''The Spider (April 11 - May 10)''<br>
===The Spider===
Miss Priss, when last we spoke you were plotting vengeance on he who done you wrong. Giving the man a little space may be just the unexpected trick to lure him back to your lair.
*April 11 - May 10


''The Wave (May 11 - June 10)''<br>
===The Wave===
I love how hard you're working, but I do not love the toll this work is taking on your body. I prescribe green vegetables and a spa day.
*May 11 - June 10


''The Archer (June 11 - July 10)''<br>
===The Archer===
Is it possible to have it all if you're not having much fun? Take some time out of your hectic schedule to plan some spontaneity!
*June 11 - July 10
*Famous Archers:
**[[Scarlett Kiteway]]
*May be in reference, maybe, to an ancient cult in Perplex City known as [[The Archers of Dawn]]


''The Half-filled Jug (July 11 - August 10)''<br>
===The Half-filled Jug===
If you ask her, she will come.
*July 11 - August 10
*Refers to one of [[Five Tasks of Madna]]
**Madna was to fill the [[Mazy River]] using a jug.


''The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)''<br>
===The Dragon===
So there's this rumor going around that you just suffered a rather devastating blow to your ego. You've kind of had it coming. But don't fret, you'll bounce straight back.
*August 11 - September 10
*Famous Dragons:
**[[Violet Kiteway]]


''The Three Balls (September 11 - October 10)''<br>
===The Three Balls===
Your team is spinning its wheels, and you're leaving them hanging. You're the ideas person, so get cracking!
*September 11 - October 10


''The Dice (October 11 - November 10)''<br>
===The Dice===
Take a shot on that newcomer who wants a piece of the action. Bide your time; it will pay off big at the end of the week.
*October 11 - November 10


''The Maze (November 11 - December 10)''<br>
===The Maze===
I know just what will get you out of those doldrums. Shake up your little world: take a class, join a new games league, take a day trip. Anything's better than where you are now, right?
*November 11 - December 10
*Refers to one of [[Five Tasks of Madna]]
**Madna was to navigate the [[Maze of Stars]]
*Famous Mazes:
**[[Alejo Jackson]]


''The Apple-Thief (December 11 - January 10)''<br>
===The Apple-Thief===
Roses are red, violets are blue. Somebody close has a huge crush on you.
*December 11 - January 10
*Refers to one of [[Five Tasks of Madna]]
**Madna was to steal the apple from the jaws of a giant crocodile.
*This sign is always delivered in prose of some sort.
*in a mythical sense, according to [[Gyvann]], The Apple-Thief is the bringer of justice. He makes right all that is askew, though the righting may often be painful.
*Famous Apple Thieves:
**[[Cyrus Quinton]]


''The Hand (January 11 - February 10)''<br>
You're too gosh darned nice. Stop being everyone's carpet. Next time someone asks a favor of you, politely refuse. You know what guy does not look hot to the ladies? That would be the one they can push around.


''The Baby (February 11 - March 10)''<br>
===And Remember, ...===
You have been taking such positive steps lately. Keep it up! The end result will be completely worth it. You may even land a treat tomorrow for all your hard work.
The futures, as presented by [[Madame Bianca]], always includes a more general statement.  This advice always begins with '''And Remember,'''. It is unknown if this is a traditional means of telling futures, or simply one of Madame Bianca's hallmarks.




===Futures from March 28 edition: ===
==References==
*The [[Reconstructionists]] have a security system which uses a knowledge and awareness of the futures.
**blog, 02-JUN-05 "A plan" {{WaybackS1|www.quirkyacuity.com/archives/2005/06/a_plan.html}}
**blog, 03-JUN-05 "Success" {{WaybackS1|www.quirkyacuity.com/archives/2005/06/success.html}}


''The Eagle (March 11 - April 10)''<br>
*[[Cyrus Quinton]] left a very subtle puzzle, which required us to find his sign.
Floundering? Out of options? Do what I do when trouble hits: Sushi! Have an eel and cucumber roll; it brings you luck.
**'''The Perplex City Sentinel'''
***article, 26-JAN-06 "[[Iona Rodie|Iona]] Interviews... [[Alejo Jackson]]" {{WaybackS1|www.perplexcitysentinel.com/archives/2006/01/iona_interviews_14.html}}
**'''Quirky Acuity, [[Violet]]'s blog'''
***blog, 31-JAN-06 "Seven reasons I hate [[Pyramid]]" {{WaybackS1|www.quirkyacuity.com/archives/2006/01/seven_reasons_i.html}}
***blog, 08-JAN-06 "Saving [[Kurt]]" {{WaybackS1|www.quirkyacuity.com/archives/2006/02/saving_kurt.html}}
**'''The Path of Least Time, [[Kurt]]'s blog'''
***blog, 01-FEB-06 "[[Cyrus Quinton]]" {{WaybackS1|www.thepathofleasttime.com/archives/2006/02/cyrus_quinton.html}}
***blog, 07-FEB-06 "Stars" {{WaybackS1|www.thepathofleasttime.com/archives/2006/02/star_signs.html}}
***blog, 13-FEB-06 "Last words of [[Monica Grand|Monica]]" {{WaybackS1|www.thepathofleasttime.com/archives/2006/02/last_words_of_m_1.html}}


''The Spider (April 11 - May 10)''<br>
*[[Alejo Jackson Chat Log]]
The Archer has you in her sights. Should your subdolous ways slip, she'll snarl. Scarper.
 
''The Wave (May 11 - June 10)''<br>
Shuffle your way to heaven at your weekly card game. Bet big. Triangles are go.
 
''The Archer (June 11 - July 10)''<br>
The fruits of your labor are sour. Taking up arms is never suggested, though it is often appropriate. Just don't forget to take backup.
 
''The Half-filled Jug (July 11 - August 10)''<br>
Great minds think alike, so get together with a like mind this week. Let two halves make a sphere.
 
''The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)''<br>
Your fiery nature ignites a skirmish against a rival team. Funnel your energies into something positive, and stop it. You know, before someone loses an eye.
 
''The Three Balls (September 11 - October 10)''<br>
You seem to be in a bit of a bawdy phase. Doesn't seem like a lasting turn. The slightest overstepping of your boundaries will turn you prim again.
 
''The Dice (October 11 - November 10)''<br>
Missing a piece of your interpersonal jigsaw is even worse than misplacing your key. This is a good week to take out a personal ad. Go on, it's only your pride.
 
''The Maze (November 11 - December 10)''<br>
Unexpected ventures haven't turned out well for you. It's time to get back to basics. Traditional values are on the rise.
 
''The Apple-Thief (December 11 - January 10)''<br>
I think that you shall never be as smart as those who know base three.
 
''The Hand (January 11 - February 10)''<br>
Your newfound spirit of independence has opened many portals. Pay no heed to those who would direct your course; use your own internal compass.
 
''The Baby (February 11 - March 10)''<br>
You are as beautiful as a flower. Why do you let this ugly-minded person make you dinner? (Eel and cucumber rolls can be lucky for all signs, really. Yum.)
 
And remember, it's not how you play the game, it's how the game plays you, kiddo.
 
 
===Futures from the week of April 4 edition:===
 
''The Eagle (March 11 - April 10)''<br>
Persistence pays; this is the week for you to be stubborn.  Stand your ground.  Beware the Jug who will try to derail you.
 
''The Spider (April 11 - May 10)''<br>
As your skirmish rolls on, you may require a distraction.  A fluffy movie, a new pair of shoes, or some Earth-lit might be perfect to lift your spirits.
 
''The Wave (May 11 - June 10)''<br>
Try your brain at your local puzzle open this week.  I know you can be intimidated by live events, but you owe it to yourself to give it a shot.  You're making great strides.
 
''The Archer (June 11 - July 10)''<br>
Intelligence has driven you where you are.  It is, however, not everything.  You're becoming cold, and I fret that you'll freeze out your support system.
 
''The Half-filled Jug (July 11 - August 10)''<br>
Endgame can't come too soon for you, eh?  Take some time to really explore your world fully now.  Breathe it in while you still have a chance.
 
''The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)''<br>
"Nice spec.  Buy you a drink?"  This haggard line was actually used on me at a puzzlebar this weekend.  Needless to say, I had to retort with another classic: "What's your sign, baby?"  Dragons, get new material.  Please.
 
''The Three Balls (September 11 - October 10)''<br>
Cased any joints lately?  Several Balls I know are up to no good.  Crime doesn't pay, dudes.
 
''The Dice (October 11 - November 10)''<br>
Expect a windfall.  Then do the opposite of your norm.  Rather than putting those Lecks back into the games, please set some aside.  You'll need them next month.
 
''The Maze (November 11 - December 10)''<br>
Kick those energy leeches out of your life.  You know you have to sooner or later!
 
''The Apple-Thief (December 11 - January 10)''<br>
If we shadows have offended, think but this and all is mended.  That you have but slumbr'd here, whilst these visions did appear.
 
''The Hand (January 11 - February 10)''<br>
Does my third eye deceive me?  Are you really eyeing the Three Balls?  If you want to end up like Joya and Alejo, I suppose it's really none of my business.
 
''The Baby (February 11 - March 10)''<br>
Spring is all sprungy, so splurge on something cute and pastel.  Nothing works as well as fashion for a panacea!
 
''And remember,'' you won't help children grow by pulling them up higher.
 
 
===Futures from the week of April 11 edition:===
 
''The Spider (April 11 - May 10)''<br>
You've been hard at work spinning that web of yours. This week you'll finally get a look at your grand design. It's perfect!
 
''The Wave (May 11 - June 10)''<br>
Wear something yellow today. And no, I mean something that started out yellow. It brings out your ruddy optimism.
 
''The Archer (June 11 - July 10)''<br>
Getting awfully full of yourself, aren't you? Don't worry, I know a little Hand who's going to put you in your place.
 
''The Half-filled Jug (July 11 - August 10)''<br>
Tuesday will be a very, very bad day. Better call in sick and hide under the covers.
 
''The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)''<br>
Ever feel like you're the last of a dying breed? That's because you are. And who do you think will miss you, anyway?
 
''The Three Balls (September 11 - October 10)''<br>
You should have a nice chat with your mother. She misses you, and we both know you've got some things you really should tell her.
 
''The Dice (October 11 - November 10)''<br>
All of this practice being patient is having a salubrious effect on you. Blood pressure down, in touch with your inner light, and so forth. You even find solves faster! Keep up the good work.
 
''The Maze (November 11 - December 10)''<br>
You're getting frustrated at your irrational surroundings. Take a deep breath, help yourself to a good glass of wine, relax. It will all start to make sense before long.
 
''The Apple-Thief (December 11 - January 10)''<br>
When every die cast falls your way, be grateful that you're here to play.
 
''The Hand (January 11 - February 10)''<br>
This week you'll see right through the Archer's fabrications. Don't be afraid to speak up, you know you're on the right side.
 
''The Baby (February 11 - March 10)''<br>
Looking at your spring wardrobe? You'll feel better about it if you wait until next week, after you catch a stomach bug and lose five pounds.
 
''The Eagle (March 11 - April 10)''<br>
Don't be so hard on yourself on Wednesday, it could happen to anybody. On Friday, though, you so should have seen it coming. Better luck next time!
 
<b>And remember,</b>  nobody keeps a secret forever.

Latest revision as of 16:44, 29 June 2007

General


The Signs

The Hand

  • January 11 - February 10
  • Gyvann referred to hands often, and it has been speculated that he may have been using a play on phrase referring to literal and skyward hands at once.

The Baby

  • February 11 - March 10

The Eagle

  • March 11 - April 10

The Spider

  • April 11 - May 10

The Wave

  • May 11 - June 10

The Archer

The Half-filled Jug

The Dragon

The Three Balls

  • September 11 - October 10

The Dice

  • October 11 - November 10

The Maze

The Apple-Thief

  • December 11 - January 10
  • Refers to one of Five Tasks of Madna
    • Madna was to steal the apple from the jaws of a giant crocodile.
  • This sign is always delivered in prose of some sort.
  • in a mythical sense, according to Gyvann, The Apple-Thief is the bringer of justice. He makes right all that is askew, though the righting may often be painful.
  • Famous Apple Thieves:


And Remember, ...

The futures, as presented by Madame Bianca, always includes a more general statement. This advice always begins with And Remember,. It is unknown if this is a traditional means of telling futures, or simply one of Madame Bianca's hallmarks.


References

  • The Reconstructionists have a security system which uses a knowledge and awareness of the futures.
    • blog, 02-JUN-05 "A plan" link
    • blog, 03-JUN-05 "Success" link