August / September 100 Word Anonymous Challenge 2023 Discussion

[Astro Pen]

A remarkably even spread of votes so far, only one double. Goes to show how varied chronners tastes are.

 

[THX1138]

It's what I like about the 100 worder. You can test yourself with different styles of writing for fun. You never know what may come of it.

 

[Lacedaemonian]

The standard of stories is incredibly high and this was a tough choice. Not a huge reader of science fiction but these two stories were a lot of fun to read and so get my vote:

Artificial Love
The hapless Galactoids of Sponge

Honourable mention: How Orion Arm was won.

 

[JS Wiig]

In Doubt, You Will Lose. - conquest of apathy

We are SILA - conquest of the relentless

The Roll of the Dice - conquest of opportunity

 

[JS Wiig]

Puppet Master - conquest of sanity

To Boldly Go - conquest of the deep

Manifest Destiny - conquest of the ”savages”

 

[Bren G]

This is my first time in the 100 and I must say, I really enjoyed reading these. Now, I like the 75 worder, but having that extra 25 changes the flow and gives more runaway to tell stories. I'll will be back!

Here's mine:

x- The Conquest of Ignorance - A playful rom-com of mythic proportions
y - Terrior - A fresh take on the drink of champions
z - The Ultimate Conquest - Weird Science meets Final Destination in this deadly tale
| - Dead Poet - A relatable allegory for a struggling writer like me!

Votes go to x and |

 

[elvet]

This is my first time in the 100 and I must say, I really enjoyed reading these. Now, I like the 75 worder, but having that extra 25 changes the flow and gives more runaway to tell stories. I'll will be back!

Welcome, and glad you enjoyed the experience.

 

[M. Robert Gibson]

Nearly
Justice Conquers All
The Man Who Conquered Death

Conquerors
How the Orion Arm was Won
The Greatest Lover in The Galaxy

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Votes go to "Justice Conquers All" and "Game of Thrones".

 

[elvet]

I had a tough time choosing. I narrowed it down to a short list and then my 2 votes.
SHORT LIST:
Dear Penthouse Editor
itinerarium
Game of Thrones
The Greatest Lover in The Galaxy
VOTES:
Terroir
How the Orion Arm was Won

 

[Christine Wheelwright]

I went for:

The Ultimate Conquest and Human Benny

 

[JS Wiig]

Gaia’s Toil - conquest of a new world

A Red Moon Rises - conquest of patriarchy

The Man Who Conquered Death - conquest of the ink

 

[JS Wiig]

Dead Poet - conquest of the right words

Human Benny - conquest of temptation

Near Meetings of the Fourth Type - conquest of counting

 

[JS Wiig]

Sorry all, been a bit under the weather of late. Hope to get all reviews and my votes in before the polls close.

 

[THX1138]

Take care and rest there @JS Wiig !

 

[elvet]

Sorry all, been a bit under the weather of late. Hope to get all reviews and my votes in before the polls close.

No worries, take care of yourself and get all the rest you need.

 

[JS Wiig]

Thanks all, just a head cold so nothing major, but annoying nonetheless.

 

[JS Wiig]

Starred Warts - conquest of parody

The Greatest Lover in The Galaxy - conquest of libido

Psycho Logical - conquest of everyone else

 

[Elckerlyc]

Shortlisted:
Human Benny
Minicent Duffelbag and the snail that came to stay
The Greatest Lover in The Galaxy

Voted:
Terroir
Game of Thrones

 

[elvet]

Congratulations to our winner>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>ELCKERLYC!!
for How the Orion Arm Was Won
This was a great challenge, as evidenced by quite an even spread of votes. Well done to all of you who participated!
A big hug of appreciation goes to @JS Wiig for taking the time to do a commentary for us.
And, lastly, but not in the least, many thanks to all who took the time to read through the entries and vote.

I will be posting the author list and spoiler list later. (Currently in bed nursing a migraine, so screen time limited. )