Those who spoke, or we knew were there.
Professors:
PiC/Prefects/JPs:
Barbara Phoenix
Cyriel Aurorus
Jenny Lupin
Katie Potter
Zenix James
Students:
Alana Potter
Ardeliah Longbottom
Ben Ackerman
Castora Grimsby
[13:07] [Jenny] Welcome to the first house meeting of 2008, Lions! *cheers* Thank you all for coming out on this wonderful January day!
[13:08] [Jenny] You’re in for tons of fun, no worries. We have lots of cool information for you, plus pleas for everyone to do their homework, threats for those that don’t, and enough c/p-ing to keep you happy and/or in shock until the next meeting.
[13:08] [Jenny] Before we start though, we have to go over a few simple rules that must be followed at all times during the house meeting...unless someone says not to follow them. >>
[13:08] [Jenny] First rule! Unless you are an operator with the really cool squiggle next to your name, colors off! You can turn your colors off with the simple command "/remote off"...without the quotes, of course.
[13:08] [Jenny] So everyone with colors, please turn off your colors right...now. Dooo iiit!
[13:08] [Jenny] Okay, now that all of you are color-free, moving on to the second rule! This one is slightly more complicated so listen (or watch) carefully.
[13:08] [Jenny] When you have a comment, type "!". Wait for an operator/moderator/owner of a squiggle to call on you. (Make sure to be typing your comment while waiting to be called on though, as we don’t like to wait.) When you are called on, you may then comment. If at any time during the time you are waiting to be called on you decide that you no longer want to comment, please type "-!" and then no one will call on you.
[13:08] [Jenny] The same goes for questions but instead of using !/-!, you use ?/-?. Simple, ne?
[13:08] [Jenny] Hope you all enjoy the January meeting! :D
[13:09] [Jenny] *tosses the mic to Cy*
[13:09] [Cyriel] Hiii there Gryffies ^_^
[13:09] [Cyriel] As you all hopefully have noticed, the January den challenge is now up and running! Hopefully you're all working hard to help your respective dens with their entries, because challenges are fun and your prefects will love you forever if you do it. For those of you still living in HOLiday time though, let me quickly go over what it's like.
[13:09] [Cyriel] You know how in 99.9999 % (stops because continuing the row of nines would be spam and you most likely get the point anyway) of all stories the good guys win and villain is left with nothing? Well, the SPD decided that it is high time to change this. So, as the den challenge this month, we have to write a story, any story, where the villains win. Sounds interesting, does't it?
[13:09] [Cyriel] By now your den has probably already decided on a plot, but I'm sure there is still more than plenty of work to do, so what be you waiting for? Go and start writing! The deadline for this particular challenge is January 29th. *nods*
[13:09] [Cyriel] Also concerning den stuff, the results of the November challenge are now up! Like you remember, the task back then was to create a new game. The winners were Lunatic Leopards with their game called Bounce Pop!! \o/
[13:09] [Cyriel] In second place we have Paranoid Panthers with SoNTHPTSotSoH aka Surfing on Newly Transfigured Highly Polished Turtle Shields on the Stairs of Hogwarts! Whichisthecoolestgameevernomatterwhat. *cough* Unfortunately Twisted Tigers couldn't get their submission in on time, but I'm sure they did a good job regardless. ^^
[13:09] [Cyriel] Congrats everyone and do feel free to cheer for your dens now. :D
[13:09] [Zenix] Woot!
[13:09] [Zenix] Lunatic Leopards!
[13:10] [CastoraGrimsby] Yay Panthers!
[13:10] [Zenix] We own you.
[13:10] [Zenix] XD
[13:10] [Jenny] YAY LUNATIC LEOPARDS!
[13:10] [AlanaPotter] "!"
[13:10] [Ardeliah] Yay Panthers!
[13:10] [Jenny] Alana?
[13:10] [Ben] GOOOOO LUNATIC LEOPARDS~~~~
[13:10] [CastoraGrimsby] Paranoia Reigns supreme!
[13:10] [Zenix] ily Benny
[13:10] [AlanaPotter] "you are going a bit too fast for me to read"
[13:10] [Ardeliah] Paranoid? Of course I am
[13:10] [Jenny] We'll be pausing a bit, so you can read now :)
[13:11] [AlanaPotter] ok thanks
[13:11] [CastoraGrimsby] Paranoid Panther For life!
[13:11] [Jenny] And as always,
[13:11] [Jenny] c/p is love ;)
[13:12] [Cyriel] Are we ready to go on now? ^^
[13:13] [Jenny] Hai :)
[13:14] [Cyriel] Right! *tosses mic to Barbara*
[13:14] * BaPo catches mic with a backflip
[13:14] [BaPo] As you all know GQT had a great win on Slytherin last match, they won with 130 to 100 points \o/.
[13:14] [BaPo] The next match against Ravenclaw should have been yesterday, but seeing so many people were not able to play (Jenny washing Missa’s socks, Zee with Humfrey in a wardrobe) the match has been postponed to February 23rd, 4 pm EST, 9 pm GMT.
[13:14] [BaPo] So all get your buts to #grandstand and cheer and roar for our fabulous Gryffindor Quidditch Team! Let’s PWN Ravenclaw!
[13:14] [BaPo] Any questions/comments?
[13:15] [CastoraGrimsby] !
[13:15] [BaPo] Castora?
[13:15] [CastoraGrimsby] Gryffindor is tearing it up this year!
[13:15] [Zenix] !
[13:15] [BaPo] Zeeluff?
[13:15] [Zenix] Yea, we are ^^ love you bapo
[13:15] [BaPo] ILU2
[13:15] [Zenix] XD
[13:16] [BaPo] No further comments/questions?
[13:16] [BaPo] *throws mic a bit too hard to Zee so it hits her in the face*
[13:16] * Zenix dies
[13:16] [Zenix] Gryffindor is currently in third place with 45287 - again - *siiighs and cries on people*
[13:16] [Zenix] Weee! Points and more points because we love points more than we love Butterbeer! Yes, I know, sacrilege, blasphemy! All big words we don’t know the meaning of! Woot!
[13:16] [Zenix] Anyway! As we know, the end of term is coming up and that means the last chance to turn in homework and final exams and other stuff for your classes! Don’t forget, coz we’ll know! *stares*
[13:17] [Zenix] There is a Library Project going on that sounds really fascinating, you can find out more here:
http://www.hol.org.uk/library.php?mode=view&code=25
[13:17] [Zenix] Also, for our newest wonderful members of Gryff, you can turn in your, ‘How I Got into HP’ story, more info here: http://www.hol.org.uk/gihp.php
[13:17] [Zenix] Also, turn in trading cards here: http://www.hol.org.uk/tcards.php
[13:17] [Zenix] Go Earn. Points! *cries on more people*
[13:17] [Zenix] Question, comments, concerns, pies?
[13:17] [CastoraGrimsby] ?
[13:17] [Cyriel] Castora?
[13:17] [Zenix] Castora?
[13:18] [CastoraGrimsby] I've turned in both is September and still haven't gotten points What should I do?
[13:18] [Jenny] You will be awarded points, just be patient
[13:18] [CastoraGrimsby] Thanks
[13:18] [Jenny] the people in charge of that have a lot of things going on
[13:18] [Cyriel] Yeap, it can take a while occasionally but you'll get them, no worries!
[13:18] [Jenny] and I've found that points for those get awarded all at once :)
[13:19] [Zenix] Sweet, any others?
[13:19] [Zenix] No, yes? ^^
[13:19] [Jenny] Yes, no?
[13:19] [Jenny] :P
[13:19] [AlanaPotter] "!"
[13:19] [Jenny] Alana?
[13:19] [AlanaPotter] how many points do you get for a trading card??
[13:19] [Zenix] 10
[13:19] [Jenny] I believe it is 10
[13:19] [AlanaPotter] ok
[13:19] [Jenny] but remember, every point counts :D
[13:20] [Zenix] And I love them <_<
[13:20] [Katie] * Points are good *nod* *
[13:20] [Katie] * uhm. *
[13:20] [Katie] * yus. *
[13:20] [Katie] * Hey Gryffies! *
[13:20] [Katie] * Guess what? Us Gryffindors now have a store! :O It's called Gryffmart *nod* For all returning Gryffies, you'll know what it is :D *
[13:21] [Katie] * You can buy things with manes, which is the Gryffindor currency. You can earn these by posting around the common room, but don't spam! >:O *
[13:21] [Katie] * For more information about our shiny new Gryffmart, click on this handy dandy link: *
[13:21] [Katie] * http://www.gryff.net/CR/index.php?showtopic=1315 *
[13:21] [Katie] * Questions or comments? :D *
[13:21] [Zenix] !
[13:21] [CastoraGrimsby] "!"
[13:21] [Ardeliah] ?
[13:21] [Katie] * Zen? *
[13:21] [Zenix] Handy dandy notbook?
[13:21] [Zenix] ^^
[13:21] [Katie] * XD *
[13:21] [Katie] * Hai *
[13:21] [Katie] * Castora? *
[13:22] [CastoraGrimsby] I love shopping! Now we can buy butterbeer!
[13:22] [Katie] * :P *
[13:22] [Katie] * Ardeliah *
[13:22] [Katie] * ? *
[13:22] [Cyriel] Arde?
[13:22] [Ardeliah] What is the purpose of the bank? Can your gryff money not be stolen if it is in there? And Do those quizzes work?
[13:22] [Jenny] Money in the bank can earn interest
[13:22] [Jenny] which means, you can get even more money!
[13:22] [Katie] * And then you get more money *
[13:22] [Katie] * yes *
[13:22] [Katie] * XD *
[13:22] [Jenny] Money can be stolen both from the bank and from your pocket :P
[13:22] [CastoraGrimsby] ?
[13:22] [Jenny] The quizzes are still being set up
[13:22] [Katie] * yep *
[13:23] [Katie] * Castora? *
[13:23] [Jenny] but, they will be set up soon :D
[13:23] [CastoraGrimsby] How can we protect our points and dollars?
[13:23] [Cyriel] manes* :O
[13:23] [Zenix] lol
[13:23] [Cyriel] It's manes, our very own currency \o/
[13:23] [Cyriel] But uh..
[13:23] [CastoraGrimsby] sorry manes.
[13:24] [Jenny] I don't think there is a way to protect them
[13:24] [Cyriel] Yeah, it's just a matter of luck ^^
[13:24] [Zenix] !
[13:25] [Cyriel] Z?
[13:25] [Zenix] and whether or not I steal your points *G* *pets her manes*
[13:25] [Cyriel] Shure *pets*
[13:25] [Cyriel] Any other questions?
[13:25] [CastoraGrimsby] ?
[13:25] [Katie] *hears the crickets*
[13:25] [Katie] Castora?
[13:25] [Jenny] Castora?
[13:26] [CastoraGrimsby] Are we going to be able to do anything with the duckies and pianos?
[13:26] [Jenny] Nope, you can give them to people or be proud to own them!
[13:26] [CastoraGrimsby] ?
[13:26] [Cyriel] Castora?
[13:26] [Jenny] Use them as birthday gifts or whatever you'd like :D
[13:26] [CastoraGrimsby] How do we send them to others?
[13:26] [Cyriel] There's a special link for that in Gryffmart I believe
[13:26] [Jenny] I believe there is an option somewhere in the store, once you buy an item
[13:27] [CastoraGrimsby] Oh okay!
[13:27] [Jenny] I haven't done it myself, so I don't know exactly.
[13:27] [Jenny] alrighty!
[13:27] [Jenny] Moving on :D
[13:27] [Jenny] *steals the mic from Katie*
[13:27] [Katie] miiic D:
[13:27] [Jenny] A brand new issue of Gryffindor's (mostly) monthly magazine, the Paw Print, is now avaliable! This issue brings new meaning to hilarity within Gryffindor and it is sure to bring tears (of laughter, of course) to your eyes! There are 10 FANTASTIC articles just waiting to be read.
[13:27] [Jenny] This issue of the Paw Print can be found here: http://pawprint.gryff.net/
[13:27] [Jenny] Be sure to read it! :D
[13:27] [Jenny] Speaking of the Paw Print, the magazine is currently looking for a few news writers (as in current events, not the super awesome band :P).
[13:27] [Jenny] If you like to write and you have a strong grasp of punctuation, capitilization and grammar, come share your talents with the staff at the Paw Print! Not only is the Paw Print a really fun thing to do, it is also a great way to earn house points for Gryffindor!
[13:27] [Jenny] For information on how to apply for the position, please read this post for more information: http://www.gryff.net/CR/index.php?showtopic=1295
[13:27] [Jenny] Remember, your application is due by January 31st.
[13:28] [Jenny] Questions and/or Comments? :D
[13:28] [Jenny] Nope?
[13:28] [Jenny] Wheeeee
[13:28] [Cyriel] XD
[13:29] [Jenny] moving on then :D
[13:29] [Jenny] *tosses the mic to herself* ^_^
[13:29] [Jenny] Is it a bird? Is it a plane? NO! It's the Gryffindor Quidditch Team! Zooming through the air on their lightning-quick brooms, they are definitely a site to see!
[13:29] [Jenny] We may be currently in the middle of the Quidditch season, but with the new term rapidly approaching, the GQT is looking to add a few more players to their roster. If you love a lot of action, excitement and Harry Potter trivia, GQT is the place for you!
[13:29] [Jenny] Tryouts will take place between the February 2nd and March 2nd, but you must declare your intentions of trying out before February 12th!
[13:29] [Jenny] Information regarding who to send your tryout email to, as well as what kinds of things are required of GQT members and where you can start practicing for your tryout, may be found in this post: http://www.gryff.net/CR/index.php?showtopic=1296
[13:29] [Jenny] We look forward to seeing you on the Quidditch Pitch!
[13:30] [Jenny] questions? comments?
[13:30] [Zenix] !
[13:30] [AlanaPotter] !
[13:30] [Jenny] Zee?
[13:30] [Zenix] Uhm, I'll totally run into you, so just fyi >_>
[13:30] [Jenny] *snorts*
[13:30] [Cyriel] Alana?
[13:31] [AlanaPotter] does the GQT points go towards house points?
[13:31] [Jenny] Actually, yes
[13:31] [AlanaPotter] ok
[13:31] [Jenny] The points the team scores in games
[13:31] [Jenny] counts :D
[13:32] [Jenny] Any other questions?
[13:32] [CastoraGrimsby] ?
[13:32] [Jenny] Castora?
[13:32] [CastoraGrimsby] Is the spice squad going to reopen tryouts?
[13:32] [Jenny] I don't know anything about that, do you Zee?
[13:33] [Zenix] We are still open, if you want to apply, just send me a PM
[13:33] [Jenny] <-- not on Spice Squad ;)
[13:33] [Zenix] and I'll let you know what to do
[13:33] [CastoraGrimsby] Sorry I thought it kind of related. Oh okay.
[13:33] [Jenny] No problem :)
[13:33] [Jenny] Alrighty then we shall move on one more time!
[13:33] * Jenny throws the mic into the air for Cy
[13:34] [Cyriel] *runs and catches it*
[13:34] [Cyriel] The term is almost over!! *faints*
[13:34] [Cyriel] We're getting awfully close to the end of the autumn term of HOL year 07/08, which can only mean one thing. It's time to concentrate on POINTS. *nods* Most classes have their exams in January, so try not to miss any of the deadlines. Also, end of the term means that this is your last chance of making sure you'll be awarded quills.
[13:34] [Cyriel] Quill requirements aren't the same for all classes (some professors want 50% of the work to be done, some only require you to take the exam, etc etc), so go check what they're like for the courses you're taking and see if you've done enough to receive one of those shiny and highly desired thingers. If you haven't, there are still a couple of weeks left for everything!
[13:34] [Cyriel] As the new term gets closer, we'll soon be able to pick new classes and like most of you guys know, it's the good old maximum of 5 again. So yes, keep your eyes open for the new list of classes and have a happy end of term. And remember points. Points are important!
[13:34] [Cyriel] Questions, comments, sekrit formulas for earning more points?
[13:34] * Cyriel likes to ramble
[13:34] [Jenny] Everyone should aim to beat Missa again this year ;)
[13:35] [CastoraGrimsby] !
[13:35] [Jenny] Castora?
[13:35] [Cyriel] Oh yes, that, there's a competiton going on you know *nods*
[13:35] [CastoraGrimsby] Trying to beat Missa is scary. Will she eat us?
[13:35] [Cyriel] Probably not
[13:35] [Cyriel] Who knows XD
[13:35] [AlanaPotter] ?
[13:35] [Jenny] Not if you earn points! :D
[13:35] [Jenny] She might if you don't earn your points ;)
[13:35] [Cyriel] Alana?
[13:35] [Jenny] Alana?
[13:35] [AlanaPotter] who is missa?
[13:36] [Jenny] Our super awesome Head Prefect and HOL Head Girl! :D
[13:36] [AlanaPotter] oh ok
[13:36] [Jenny] And Quidditch Co-Captain
[13:36] [Jenny] And Paw Print Supreme person
[13:36] [Cyriel] And PP head editor and a lot of other things
[13:36] [Cyriel] Yeah XD
[13:36] [Jenny] and a ton of other things XD
[13:36] [Cyriel] Anything else?
[13:36] [Jenny] (Any questions on anything we've covered?)
[13:37] [Zenix] and owner of our souls
[13:37] [Jenny] Alrighty everyone!
[13:37] [Jenny] If you have any further questions
[13:37] [Jenny] feel free to talk to us on IRC
[13:37] [Jenny] or send us a PM :D
[13:37] [Jenny] I hereby call this meeting to a close :D
[13:38] [Cyriel] Wheeee \o/
[13:38] [Jenny] Thank you everyone for coming out today! :D
[13:38] [Zenix] * \o/ *
[13:38] [Cyriel] Hope you all had fun!
[13:38] [AlanaPotter] your welcome
[13:38] [Jenny] You were a fantastic audience!