Who's The Boss
Game #228: The Braingle Times
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This game finished in 5 rounds.
Our Editor remains elusive, but perhaps the Staff Reporters can still figure out his/her identity. Meanwhile, HR is pleased to announce the Braingle Times's first all-employee potluck picnic to be held in two days, rain or shine. Hope to see you all there, whether you be Editor or Reporter!
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
So I guess neither Ehebil nor luke is the Editor? The memo writing style is VERY different this time...
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Okay So I looked up Charlie Bones. It is a series of Books published by scholoastics, so we are looking for someone young (8-14) or someone with a child. Those are the only poeple I would think would know charlie bones.
Is our Editor Literate?
Well, based on the psych response I'm guessing that the Editor is someone who reads a good amount. I am in the TB "Good Reads" which is a TB devoted to books. It has many members, most of the reading members of Braingle. So I am Guessing that the Editor is in that TB. Me, Winner, Ehibil, and Matt are all in that TB. Also from the type of book selected I'm also guessing a yougish boss. I'm pretty sure Matt is 12-13, sorry if I am wrong, I seem to remember you saying you were that young somewhere. So Matt will get my vote.
Well, based on the psych response I'm guessing that the Editor is someone who reads a good amount. I am in the TB "Good Reads" which is a TB devoted to books. It has many members, most of the reading members of Braingle. So I am Guessing that the Editor is in that TB. Me, Winner, Ehibil, and Matt are all in that TB. Also from the type of book selected I'm also guessing a yougish boss. I'm pretty sure Matt is 12-13, sorry if I am wrong, I seem to remember you saying you were that young somewhere. So Matt will get my vote.
A Young Male?
Written by Winner4600
The memo strikes me as coming from a boy (don't ask). Matt is in 9th grade (I'm almost positive of that), which would make him around 14. To avoid a majority, I will go with shaidar, as his icon reads as a male between 12 (I think) and 16.
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Written by Winner4600
The memo strikes me as coming from a boy (don't ask). Matt is in 9th grade (I'm almost positive of that), which would make him around 14. To avoid a majority, I will go with shaidar, as his icon reads as a male between 12 (I think) and 16.
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To all who are unaware.
I am 15 and am in 10th grade.
I have never read anything about Charlie Bones.
More on my voting later.
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I am 15 and am in 10th grade.
I have never read anything about Charlie Bones.
More on my voting later.
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New Evidence Changes Vote
With the new evidence on Matt. I will change my vote to Ehibil.
P.S. I am 15 and in 10th grade as well.
With the new evidence on Matt. I will change my vote to Ehibil.
P.S. I am 15 and in 10th grade as well.
MattM462 wrote:
Oh, whoops. Guess I'm outdated... Well, off by three or so months isn't too bad, right?
Edit: Wait! I thought indigo is blue!
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To all who are unaware.
I am 15 and am in 10th grade.
I am 15 and am in 10th grade.
Oh, whoops. Guess I'm outdated... Well, off by three or so months isn't too bad, right?
Edit: Wait! I thought indigo is blue!
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Editor Clues
As other reporters have noted, we are most likely looking for a young male, something i agree with. I also stand with my previous article stating I believe it is an American/Canadian, somewhere on that area of the world. So I will be voting for a young, (most likely) American, male.
Will post at a later time with who I am voting for.
Sarah
The Braingle Times
I have nothing to say. It's a first.
As other reporters have noted, we are most likely looking for a young male, something i agree with. I also stand with my previous article stating I believe it is an American/Canadian, somewhere on that area of the world. So I will be voting for a young, (most likely) American, male.
Will post at a later time with who I am voting for.
Sarah
The Braingle Times
I have nothing to say. It's a first.
I'm 15 and in the 10th grade too, and I'm also in the Good Reads tb! Granted, I'm not a male, but I've read some of the Charlie Bones books (not that I particularly enjoyed them). Sorry, I know that's off-topic... Still, isn't it possible I'm the Editor AND HR at the same time?
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"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
Hey, you copycat. That's what I said in the other game! (Starting a long discussion on black holes and strange mods, I might add... )
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Notice from HR: Anybody who lists what he/she is bringing to the picnic before 11:59 PM November 18 Braingle Time will receive a 2.5% salary increase effective Round 5.
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
Winner4600 wrote:
Feel free to discuss black holes to your heart's content, but I don't think "strange mods" is applicable in this case. We could debate HR's lack of modesty if you want though.
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
Hey, you copycat. That's what I said in the other game! (Starting a long discussion on black holes and strange mods, I might add... )
Feel free to discuss black holes to your heart's content, but I don't think "strange mods" is applicable in this case. We could debate HR's lack of modesty if you want though.
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
Haha...
I'm bringing homemade light-and-matter pies!
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I'm bringing homemade light-and-matter pies!
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Wow. I'm 15 and in the 10th grade also. It's strange that so many of us are. I will bring the pain to the picnic. Don't worry. I will have enough for everyone. Also, that was the worst memo I have ever seen. Why is the Editor in charge of running this paper if they can't even spell?
EDIT: Yeah, I think Charlie Bones is in some kids books.
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EDIT: Yeah, I think Charlie Bones is in some kids books.
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My Crazy Conspiracy Theory
Be Me.
I think Sarah is the boss. If Charlie Bones is from a kids book like I think, then the Editor mentioned him to make us think about someone younger being the Editor. However, she is the oldest one (going by the icons next to the names) and would not be easily suspected.
EDIT: Fixed my grammar.
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Be Me.
I think Sarah is the boss. If Charlie Bones is from a kids book like I think, then the Editor mentioned him to make us think about someone younger being the Editor. However, she is the oldest one (going by the icons next to the names) and would not be easily suspected.
EDIT: Fixed my grammar.
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Suspect Sarah?
Sarah is not too old... She is only 20. So I doubt she would remember a book read when she was 10. Also, she is too young to have kids, so she would not recognize that name because of small children. My guess is that the boss is a first time boss, and inexperienced player, who would not know enough to try and trick us Staff.
Sarah is not too old... She is only 20. So I doubt she would remember a book read when she was 10. Also, she is too young to have kids, so she would not recognize that name because of small children. My guess is that the boss is a first time boss, and inexperienced player, who would not know enough to try and trick us Staff.
Note: People of all ages can read any book. "Harry Potter" was originally thought to be a children's book, but nothing could be father from the truth. I'm not saying the Editor is or is not a certain age, but please remember to keep an open mind. By the way, judging from the length of the Charlie Bones books, I'd say it's safe to eliminate anybody under the age of six unless they are extremely literate, mature geniuses.
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
Well, it was just a guess. And I was an extremely literate, mature genius when I was 6. It's true. I really am smart.
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lukeschett wrote:
I find that hard to believe
Just kiddding
Well, it was just a guess. And I was an extremely literate, mature genius when I was 6. It's true. I really am smart.
I find that hard to believe
Just kiddding
Ehibil Cause I saw the posts made before and one of them says that Ehibil is in the good reads TB
Actually, I don't know how literate and mature I was when I was 6. I know that I could read going into kindergarten.
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Landi, Winner and shaidar,
My name is Ehebil, not Ehibil.
Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile.
My name is Ehebil, not Ehibil.
Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile.
Um, Ehebil, I spelled your name correctly. Actually, I'm the ONLY one who spelled your name correctly. I make it a point to use good mechanics. Anyway... sarah's 20?? Really?? Wow.
Off topic, but... yeah, I started going to libraries at 2 1/2 years old...
So far...
VOTING!
Majorities
Other Votes
Landi - Ehebil
lukeschett - sarah
shaidar9haran - Matt
Winner4600 - shaidar
No Vote Posted
Ehebil
MattM462
Repfire
sarah7
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Off topic, but... yeah, I started going to libraries at 2 1/2 years old...
So far...
VOTING!
Majorities
Other Votes
Landi - Ehebil
lukeschett - sarah
shaidar9haran - Matt
Winner4600 - shaidar
No Vote Posted
Ehebil
MattM462
Repfire
sarah7
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This game is pretty good. It is probably the best out of the 3 I've played. There is a lot of talking.
EDIT: Just a question. The person who gets the most votes isn't fired, right?
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EDIT: Just a question. The person who gets the most votes isn't fired, right?
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In my opinion (which may be fairly accurate or way off), the Charlie Bones books aren't particularly complicated or anything, just lengthy. It's nothing like rocket-scientist, so we're not necessarily looking for child prodigies here. (Maybe we are... maybe not.)
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
Majority Mania
Well, to avoid a majority I'll move my vote towards Matt.
Well, to avoid a majority I'll move my vote towards Matt.
luke, the person who gets the most votes isn't fired. But the people who voted for that person might be.
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Winner4600 wrote:
My apologies to you, Winner. I just quickly glanced at the posts, as I knew that it had been mispelled, didn't bother checking. Again, sorry.
Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile.
Um, Ehebil, I spelled your name correctly.
My apologies to you, Winner. I just quickly glanced at the posts, as I knew that it had been mispelled, didn't bother checking. Again, sorry.
Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile.
Repfire Gets Vote
I am voting for Repfire since the icon indicates a male and the reporters seem to be in concensus that the Editor is a guy.
-Ehebil
Staff Reporter
The Braingle Times
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Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile.
I am voting for Repfire since the icon indicates a male and the reporters seem to be in concensus that the Editor is a guy.
-Ehebil
Staff Reporter
The Braingle Times
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Me? Editor?
To those of you suspecting me, I am 20 (and whoever said I don't have children was so very right), and I've been reading for as long as I can properly remember, and I can honestly say I had never heard of Charlie Bones until yesterday.
I stand by my original thoughts, mentioned in my previous article. So I will be voting for luke this round. (Edit - Also i just noticed he voted for me)
Sarah
The Braingle Times
Side note to Winner, how old did you think I was
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I have nothing to say. It's a first.
To those of you suspecting me, I am 20 (and whoever said I don't have children was so very right), and I've been reading for as long as I can properly remember, and I can honestly say I had never heard of Charlie Bones until yesterday.
I stand by my original thoughts, mentioned in my previous article. So I will be voting for luke this round. (Edit - Also i just noticed he voted for me)
Sarah
The Braingle Times
Side note to Winner, how old did you think I was
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I have nothing to say. It's a first.
Winner4600 wrote:
Disrupted Plan?
Some time ago the Human Resources department of the Braingle Times was informed by its team of lawyers that an employee planned to sue the company for favoritism and oppression. However, since then HR has not learned of any new developments with said lawsuit; HR is also unsure whether the rumor was just that or if it should expect legal action in the near future. Anybody with details on this matter is encouraged to contact HR immediately; rewards will be offered for accurate and timely information. HR thanks you for your coooperation on this important matter. (Well, HR thanks most of you, at least.)
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The media has received a tip that an anonymous worker is planning on bringing a lawsuit against the oppressive forces of a certain newspaper. Updates will be posted as soon as they are made available.
Disrupted Plan?
Some time ago the Human Resources department of the Braingle Times was informed by its team of lawyers that an employee planned to sue the company for favoritism and oppression. However, since then HR has not learned of any new developments with said lawsuit; HR is also unsure whether the rumor was just that or if it should expect legal action in the near future. Anybody with details on this matter is encouraged to contact HR immediately; rewards will be offered for accurate and timely information. HR thanks you for your coooperation on this important matter. (Well, HR thanks most of you, at least.)
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Someone's voting for me!!! I'm so happy.
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Uh, Luke? You're not supposed to be happy about people voting for you, unless you're hoping they became Lemmings and get fired, so you have a better chance of getting to the next round.
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
I'm glad I'm making you so happy
I have nothing to say. It's a first.
I have nothing to say. It's a first.
4demo wrote:
Well I am six...
Call me Jay. Please.
Note: People of all ages can read any book. "Harry Potter" was originally thought to be a children's book, but nothing could be father from the truth. I'm not saying the Editor is or is not a certain age, but please remember to keep an open mind. By the way, judging from the length of the Charlie Bones books, I'd say it's safe to eliminate anybody under the age of six unless they are extremely literate, mature geniuses.
Well I am six...
Call me Jay. Please.
A Good Writer?
By: The Jayster
Obviously the Editor is young. They are trying to trick us using different writing styles. They also is probably a good writer to be able to do so. If they are a good writer they have good grammar. Shaidar does like to be grammatically correct. He is also American (which somebody pointed out is probably one of the characteristics of the Editor). He is mid teen age. My vote goes to you Mr. Shaidar. Use it well.
Call me Jay. Please.
By: The Jayster
Obviously the Editor is young. They are trying to trick us using different writing styles. They also is probably a good writer to be able to do so. If they are a good writer they have good grammar. Shaidar does like to be grammatically correct. He is also American (which somebody pointed out is probably one of the characteristics of the Editor). He is mid teen age. My vote goes to you Mr. Shaidar. Use it well.
Call me Jay. Please.
4demo wrote:
According to my most excellent and reliable sources, the lawsuit has been dropped. Now, where's my reward?
UPDATED VOTING
Majorities
Other Votes
Ehebil - Repfire
Landi - Ehebil
lukeschett - sarah
Repfire - shaidar
sarah7 - luke
shaidar9haran - Matt
Winner4600 - Winner4600
No Vote Posted
MattM462
It seems like I'm in a majority! So I will change for now to myself, to avoid the whole lemming business... of course, I'm not the Editor, but still...
Sarah, I dunno... high school?
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Disrupted Plan?
Some time ago the Human Resources department of the Braingle Times was informed by its team of lawyers that an employee planned to sue the company for favoritism and oppression. However, since then HR has not learned of any new developments with said lawsuit; HR is also unsure whether the rumor was just that or if it should expect legal action in the near future. Anybody with details on this matter is encouraged to contact HR immediately; rewards will be offered for accurate and timely information. HR thanks you for your coooperation on this important matter. (Well, HR thanks most of you, at least.)
Some time ago the Human Resources department of the Braingle Times was informed by its team of lawyers that an employee planned to sue the company for favoritism and oppression. However, since then HR has not learned of any new developments with said lawsuit; HR is also unsure whether the rumor was just that or if it should expect legal action in the near future. Anybody with details on this matter is encouraged to contact HR immediately; rewards will be offered for accurate and timely information. HR thanks you for your coooperation on this important matter. (Well, HR thanks most of you, at least.)
According to my most excellent and reliable sources, the lawsuit has been dropped. Now, where's my reward?
UPDATED VOTING
Majorities
Other Votes
Ehebil - Repfire
Landi - Ehebil
lukeschett - sarah
Repfire - shaidar
sarah7 - luke
shaidar9haran - Matt
Winner4600 - Winner4600
No Vote Posted
MattM462
It seems like I'm in a majority! So I will change for now to myself, to avoid the whole lemming business... of course, I'm not the Editor, but still...
Sarah, I dunno... high school?
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Winner4600 wrote:
Announcement from HR:
The Human Resources department at the Braingle Times is pleased to inform its staff and its readers that one of its employees is no longer on probation. The said individual was placed on probation prior to beginning work and remained on probation due to allegations of rebellious activity. HR is delighted to say that the employee has not shown signs of rebellion for the appropriate time duration and in compliance with organization guidelines, has officially been removed from probation.
That's all you're getting, Winner.
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"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
According to my most excellent and reliable sources, the lawsuit has been dropped. Now, where's my reward?
Announcement from HR:
The Human Resources department at the Braingle Times is pleased to inform its staff and its readers that one of its employees is no longer on probation. The said individual was placed on probation prior to beginning work and remained on probation due to allegations of rebellious activity. HR is delighted to say that the employee has not shown signs of rebellion for the appropriate time duration and in compliance with organization guidelines, has officially been removed from probation.
That's all you're getting, Winner.
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Analysis and my Vote
At this point, with a suspected fake Texas twist on the memo, the Charlie Bones clue, and all we have already decided, I will risk being in the majority to vote for Shaidar. He may not be the Editor, but he lists reading as his interest on his public page (I know... I do, too...) so I will stick with him for the time being.
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At this point, with a suspected fake Texas twist on the memo, the Charlie Bones clue, and all we have already decided, I will risk being in the majority to vote for Shaidar. He may not be the Editor, but he lists reading as his interest on his public page (I know... I do, too...) so I will stick with him for the time being.
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I list reading as a hobby, and I've heard of and even read some of the Charlie Bones books. Why am I not getting any votes then?
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
I know it's not good to be voted for. I don't try to be suspicious.
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Very random, I know, but just a quick question. Is everybody here besides Sarah fifteen years old and in the tenth grade? That's the impression I've been getting so far and it's rather strange. You don't have to say if you don't want to (HR Privacy Rights), but I'm just a little curious since quite a few players did say they are.
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
Well, I hope it is this easy to get a job in real life. I have been applying for a job. I'm 15 and need money. Wish me luck! Also I have never heard of the charlie bones books. The books I read are almost all epic fantast and scifi. So... Charlie bones wouldn't fall under that. But no worries once you are gone people will know I am not the boss.
4demo wrote:
I feel so old...
I have nothing to say. It's a first.
Very random, I know, but just a quick question. Is everybody here besides Sarah fifteen years old and in the tenth grade? That's the impression I've been getting so far and it's rather strange. You don't have to say if you don't want to (HR Privacy Rights), but I'm just a little curious since quite a few players did say they are.
I feel so old...
I have nothing to say. It's a first.
sarah7 wrote:
You aren't the only one who feels old, sarah. I'm seventeen, and hearing everyone say they are fifteen makes me feel old as well. I'm also in the eleventh grade.
Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile.
4demo wrote:
I feel so old...
Very random, I know, but just a quick question. Is everybody here besides Sarah fifteen years old and in the tenth grade? That's the impression I've been getting so far and it's rather strange. You don't have to say if you don't want to (HR Privacy Rights), but I'm just a little curious since quite a few players did say they are.
I feel so old...
You aren't the only one who feels old, sarah. I'm seventeen, and hearing everyone say they are fifteen makes me feel old as well. I'm also in the eleventh grade.
Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile.
I'm so sorry, Sarah and Ehebil. I wasn't trying to make anyone feel bad at all or anything like that; it just seemed like so many people were the same age and I was curious to see if that was true.
Actually, shaidar, I think Charlie Bones could possibly be classified as fantasy/sci-fi. Note I said "think" and "possibly".
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
Actually, shaidar, I think Charlie Bones could possibly be classified as fantasy/sci-fi. Note I said "think" and "possibly".
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach
LOL, I thought you were around 18 or 19
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