Seen on The Register: Pluto Demoted Again
But at least Pluto still has some fans:

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We here at Vulture Central are staring to feel a bit sorry for Pluto, and have accordingly named it El Reg's "Most favourite non-descript orbiting object".

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...This guy may just be a genius.
--Sam
"This is graveness."

*sigh*
I should just stop talking to EML. Then I wouldn't have these moments.
I'm trying to get a Group started over on Protector (why there? I don't have any characters there and it's low-population), hero-side for the moment with tentative plans for villainous expansion if anyone cares. It's not really a supergroup per-se, as this implies a degree of altruism. These aren't superheroes, merely a collection of people with bizarre powers of the sort of mindset where running around in outrageous outfits and causing property damage are perfectly sensible. No, these people are here for one thing and one thing only. It's not fame or fortune either, though.
It's class credit.
Illuminati University.
So if you're interested, feel free to make a character on Protector and let me know. My alt for the project (Erin P. Markone, not an alien spy, no sir, not him) is near to level 6 as I write this, but I figure it won't take that much longer to get a move on.

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EVA/Maria Sama ga miteru. Avemarian for the win. A ... and ... skirt? Butterfly wings? *shatters*
-Griever
When tact is required, use brute force. When force is required, use greater force.
When the greatest force is required, use your head. Surprise is everything. - The Book of Cataclysm

THEY'RE BACK!
Lincoln: "The fiery trial through which we pass will light us down in honor or dishonor to the latest generation."
Ko3S: "More slaves for the Kingdom."
Jonas: "...We may have picked a bad time."

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"Good night, and may the Good Lord take a Viking to you."

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"Camaraderie, adventure, and steel on steel. The stuff of legend! Right, Boo?"

Don Herbert died today: www.latimes.com/news/obit...ome-center
I was too young to remember the end of the original series but I did see it in reruns. His love of science was apparent throughout the show and he made me want to question how and why the world works.

Listen up, troops, because I'm only going over this once!
The Grand Army of the Republic of Yujutha, Expeditionary Force Alpha, is now active and accepting volunteers ((Triumph redside)).
In order to strike a blow at the Yrmaw, we need a secure military base on Earth. And we need to acquire it without pulling too much aggro from the local nation-states. Fortunately there's a ready-made solution.
The Rogue Isles are geographically isolated, a major arcane hotspot, and -- bonus! -- they come pre-fortified. All we have to do is take them away from the army that's already there. That army, and the islands' current government, are considered a major threat by the rest of the planet, so there's a good chance that no one else will care if we overthrow them. Sheol, they might even give us medals.
But! We can't just drop in and storm the place. This world is still reeling from a massive extradimensional invasion, and imitating that would not be good press. We don't want two entire planets howling for our blood! No, we've got to keep this subtle.
Fortunately, the local grand poobah has, in his infinite wisdom, provided a ready-made path to his own overthrow. So this is how it's going to be:
You will infiltrate the society of the Rogue Isles, posing as costumed "supervillains" of the sort that Recluse constantly tries to attract. Work singly, in small groups, or in coalition with the local talent -- yes, they're sewer rats, but they can be of use to us. Do favors for the local powerbrokers, making sure that they are the ones who end up indebted to you and not the other way around!
The law-enforcement and private security forces on these islands are totally corrupt. They, and the various road-gangs and cults that prowl the landscape, are the enemy: engage and destroy them at your discretion. This applies even to the Arachnos armed forces, as they are expected to combat and test Recluse's powered playthings; massacring a patrol or two won't be considered out of line. Force is the only thing these vermin respect, so we should be able to beat a healthy respect for Yujutha into them. Before too long they'll be working for us, or they will be ground into the dirt.
Do not, in the course of these operations, incur the hostility of the civilian population unless absolutely necessary! These people hate their rulers, and if we can prove ourselves more powerful and more moral than their oppressors we should be able to earn their support.
Inevitably, we will be asked to undertake operations against Recluse's enemies -- primarily in Paragon City on the secondary landmass mainland. This may be necessary to advance further in the trust of his subordinates. If so, accept such missions, but try to keep the damage to a minimum.
Our informants suggest that Recluse's four lojtnants are, one way or another, less than completely loyal to him. Breaking them away from his control is key to undermining his power -- and if we can get them on our side, his end will be certain.
Be warned that the Yrmaw has already "recruited" a substantial defensive force from the native population. These girls have been deluded into believing they're defenders of justice, facing an army of darkness. We know they're wrong, but in the heat of battle, there will most likely be no time to debate them. When engaging the Facets, avoid lethal force if possible but do not be stupid. Your life and continued service is more valuable to the Republic than a turned opponent. And do not let personal issues get in the way of the mission! *glares at H. the V.*
Any questions? Good.
Dismissed!

Hoo boy. Is there a way to search Japanese phone numbers or census data? There can't be *that* many people in Japan surnamed "Stingray" or "Stengovich."
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