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I can see that puzzling archaeologists in a few thousand years (sea level permitting)Coffee's for closers -
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Each humanoid electricity pylon could be twisted into a different posture, allowing the structures to project moods fitting with their surroundings
Like... LAVA RUN!!!Science isn't about why, it's about why not. You ask: why is so much of our science dangerous? I say: why not marry safe science if you love it so much. In fact, why not invent a special safety door that won't hit you in the butt on the way out, because you are fired. - Cave JohnsonComment
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Why stick to humans? Trees would make good pylons. I'd love to see a giraffe pylon, but guess it may not have the requisite branchiness.Comment
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a giraffe with a jester's hat would work.Originally posted by k2p2 View PostWhy stick to humans? Trees would make good pylons. I'd love to see a giraffe pylon, but guess it may not have the requisite branchiness.While you're waiting, read the free novel we sent you. It's a Spanish story about a guy named 'Manual.'Comment
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So examples would be...Each humanoid electricity pylon could be twisted into a different posture, allowing the structures to project moods fitting with their surroundings.
Guy with his empty pockets turned out looking glum
Figure sat down with a begging bowl
Figure holding bag of money facing Europe with two fingers up
yadda yadda
or have we got over the whole financial debarcle and I need to be more warm and huggy to our bankrupt neighbours?'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!
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Or a giraffe rearing up on its hind legs, with its front legs splayed out. Like it's having some kind of fit or doing a dance.Originally posted by doodab View Posta giraffe with a jester's hat would work.Comment
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What about a giant two fingered salute pointing to the UK, the next one along could be a big £ or $ symbol.Originally posted by k2p2 View PostWhy stick to humans? Trees would make good pylons. I'd love to see a giraffe pylon, but guess it may not have the requisite branchiness.Science isn't about why, it's about why not. You ask: why is so much of our science dangerous? I say: why not marry safe science if you love it so much. In fact, why not invent a special safety door that won't hit you in the butt on the way out, because you are fired. - Cave JohnsonComment
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I don't think it's entirely fair to blame the entire population of Iceland for the actions of a few bankers.Originally posted by northernladuk View Postor have we got over the whole financial debarcle and I need to be more warm and huggy to our bankrupt neighbours?And what exactly is wrong with an "ad hominem" argument? Dodgy Agent, 16-5-2014Comment
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