1986 - House of the Future: Week 4

[Pi on my Cake]

Did y’all see how the forums crashed like that? And were under maintenance for a bit? Or was that just me

I'm so used to checking the forum when I wake up like a morning newspaper, but it was down and now my entire morning has been ruined!

 

[NigelChanning]

I'm so used to checking the forum when I wake up like a morning newspaper, but it was down and now my entire morning has been ruined!

I swear I thought it was only me. I was literally like:

 

[NateD1226]

I was scared they were bringing back circle profile pictures. *shivers*

 

[AceAstro]

I was scared they were bringing back circle profile pictures. *shivers*

Hey that was a great, singular, day!

 

[DashHaber]

I've got the initial write-up nearly done for the Gallery (which I'm calling Stories Around the World!). Honestly, it's been a little challenging trying to capture a diverse line-up of stories to showcase, so I thought I'd see what folks thought about this line-up.

• The Maid of the Mist (Native American folklore)
• Paul Bunyan (American tall tale)
• The Blind Men and the Elephant (India)
• The Frog Princess (Russia)
• Stingy Jack (Ireland)
• Momotaro (Japan)
• The Magic Lotus Lantern (China)
• Kallo and the Goblins (Greece)
• Dick Whittington and His Cat (England)
• Maui brings fire to the world (Polynesian Mythology)
• Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (Arabian Peninsula)
• The Tale of Shim Chong (South Korea)
• Gurumapa (Nepal)
• Riquet with the Tuft (France)
• Hansel and Gretel (Germany)
• Three Billy Goats Gruff (Norway)
• Anansi and the Dispersal of Wisdom (West African folklore)
• The Tale of Utgardi-Loki (Norse Mythology)
• The Water of Life (Spain)
• The Fifth Age Creation Myth (Aztec Mythology)
• Prunella (Italy)
• The Rainbow Serpent (Australia)

Is this looking good? Any countries I should include or trim, or stories you think might be better to pick for a country?

 

[NigelChanning]

Here is a rough draft of the scenes in the Legend track for IASW. This is still a rough draft and doesn’t yet include the boarding area or queue.

The North
The first scene depict the North as dolls dressed as eskimos skate around on ice as Santa Claus flies in his sleigh. We continue into the North Pole as elves craftily make toys and Mrs. Claus heats up the oven, which releases the smell of freshly baked cookies.


Europe
We enter the European section as we first enter Denmark. First, three headed Troll dolls raise their staffs and Valkyries prepare for battle. We cross the rainbow bridge into Asgard and see a doll dressed as Thor and his trickster brother, Loki.


Now in Eastern Europe, we come across a friendly Dracula doll as he waves his hand and smiles from his dark castle in the fictional world of Transylvania. We enter a fairytale environment as Ogres dance around and Wizards cast spells of fireworks and glee. A knight battles a large dragon as it attempts to infiltrate a castle.

Gnomes open up their small homes and throw a feast. A large basilisk also towers over us as we enter the next scene.

We enter Greece where we’re welcomed by singing dolls in Togas as we see Unicorns and Greek gods like Hermes, Zeus, and Hades, who is accompanied by Cerberus.

We enter Ireland and see Leprechauns on rainbows and near large pots of gold. We pass over a bridge and enter Scotland. As a friendly Loch Ness Monster waves goodbye with it’s large tail.

Asia
Now in China, we see large and happy Dragons and monsters like Godzilla dance around. This leads us to India where Genies appear and Magic Carpets fly amuck.

After we exit China, we find ourselves in the Himalayan mountains as a friendly yeti dances to disco music atop a mountain.

We enter Egypt and see a large Sphinx staring at us surrounded by Pyramids. Mummies creep out from their tombs and wave hello.

North America
Now in North America, we see a large Paul Bunyan doll and his bull chopping wood. Bigfoot wanders around an Oregon forest having a cookout with his family. Witches (that bare a resemblance to the ones found in Hocus Pocus) fly around Salem, Massachusetts. The Mothman flies around as bystanders quickly rush to get a picture. King Kong climbs a New York City tower as a Superman type hero saves a cat from a tree as grateful civilians dance around. UFOs all hover over Area 51 as a cow gets lifted up.

The Tropics
After arriving in Hawaii, we see the tricker demigod, Maui shape shift into all sorts of creatures while singing hula dancers and Tikis sing the classic tune. We end up under the sea and are approached by Mermaids and Krakens.

The White Room
We meet back up with the boat riders in the final scene in the White Room as we depart from our journey and learn that our world’s, fictional or not, are not so different after all.


I would really appreciate some feedback!

 

[Outbound]

 

[D Hulk]

For my team's feedback, here is visual work on a hot air balloon flat ride circling the Tower of the Four Winds. Name unknown? It uses the same ride system type as DCA's Inside Out: Emotional Whirlwind. @Brer Panther!

I haven't yet figured out ramps or anything to reach this upper level.

The covered area underneath (which is consistent with the 1964 World's Fair version) has space for something else...it could be a small shop (my arena), or an outdoor snack & drink venue (@Outbound).
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[Outbound]

Spoiler: The Color Pallet Thus Far

Harbortown: Sailor Blue

Port Voyage: Sky Blue

Adventure Atoll: Orange and Garnet

Seasons of Fantasy: Cyan

Four Winds Square: Purple

This leaves a Deep Red for theoretical Frontierland, Vivid Green for theoretical Tomorrowland, and Yellow and Pink for potential additional lands (the only issue with these is they're very bright). This gives each of the lands a distinct color alongside their logo!

 

[D Hulk]

Here is a rough draft of the scenes in the Legend track for IASW. This is still a rough draft and doesn’t yet include the boarding area or queue.

The North
The first scene depict the North as dolls dressed as eskimos skate around on ice as Santa Claus flies in his sleigh. We continue into the North Pole as elves craftily make toys and Mrs. Claus heats up the oven, which releases the smell of freshly baked cookies.


Europe
We enter the European section as we first enter Denmark. First, three headed Troll dolls raise their staffs and Valkyries prepare for battle. We cross the rainbow bridge into Asgard and see a doll dressed as Thor and his trickster brother, Loki.


Now in Eastern Europe, we come across a friendly Dracula doll as he waves his hand and smiles from his dark castle in the fictional world of Transylvania. We enter a fairytale environment as Ogres dance around and Wizards cast spells of fireworks and glee. A knight battles a large dragon as it attempts to infiltrate a castle.

Gnomes open up their small homes and throw a feast. A large basilisk also towers over us as we enter the next scene.

We enter Greece where we’re welcomed by singing dolls in Togas as we see Unicorns and Greek gods like Hermes, Zeus, and Hades, who is accompanied by Cerberus.

We enter Ireland and see Leprechauns on rainbows and near large pots of gold. We pass over a bridge and enter Scotland. As a friendly Loch Ness Monster waves goodbye with it’s large tail.

Asia
Now in China, we see large and happy Dragons and monsters like Godzilla dance around. This leads us to India where Genies appear and Magic Carpets fly amuck.

After we exit China, we find ourselves in the Himalayan mountains as a friendly yeti dances to disco music atop a mountain.

We enter Egypt and see a large Sphinx staring at us surrounded by Pyramids. Mummies creep out from their tombs and wave hello.

North America
Now in North America, we see a large Paul Bunyan doll and his bull chopping wood. Bigfoot wanders around an Oregon forest having a cookout with his family. Witches (that bare a resemblance to the ones found in Hocus Pocus) fly around Salem, Massachusetts. The Mothman flies around as bystanders quickly rush to get a picture. King Kong climbs a New York City tower as a Superman type hero saves a cat from a tree as grateful civilians dance around. UFOs all hover over Area 51 as a cow gets lifted up.

The Tropics
After arriving in Hawaii, we see the tricker demigod, Maui shape shift into all sorts of creatures while singing hula dancers and Tikis sing the classic tune. We end up under the sea and are approached by Mermaids and Krakens.

The White Room
We meet back up with the boat riders in the final scene in the White Room as we depart from our journey and learn that our world’s, fictional or not, are not so different after all.


I would really appreciate some feedback!

The Asia section could use some strengthening. I’d remove any cinematic monsters like Godzilla (or King Kong in the North America section). A good scene sequence for Asia could be Japan - China - India - Middle East & Egypt

Japan has a wide array of classic “yokai” monsters, including Tanooki raccoons, living umbrellas, Oni witches, skyscraper-sized skeletons, Tengu birds, and others I cannot think of offhand.

Yōkai - Wikipedia

en.m.wikipedia.org

For China, classic critters include the Phoenix bird, the Water Dragon, the Pixiu unicorn, at a minimum. Love the Yeti scene in the Himalayas!

Im not super familiar with India’s mythical beasts. Passing through the Middle East before Egypt, we can include Genies and the Roc birds. Egypt is strong.

North America could use some Fearsome Critters...but I always say that because I’m obsessed with them. They’re old lumberjack myths which fit nicely. Maybe some indigenous critters like Wendigo or Thunderbird too?

 

[NigelChanning]

The Asia section could use some strengthening. I’d remove any cinematic monsters like Godzilla (or King Kong in the North America section). A good scene sequence for Asia could be Japan - China - India - Middle East & Egypt

Japan has a wide array of classic “yokai” monsters, including Tanooki raccoons, living umbrellas, Oni witches, skyscraper-sized skeletons, Tengu birds, and others I cannot think of offhand.

Yōkai - Wikipedia

en.m.wikipedia.org

For China, classic critters include the Phoenix bird, the Water Dragon, the Pixiu unicorn, at a minimum. Love the Yeti scene in the Himalayas!

Im not super familiar with India’s mythical beasts. Passing through the Middle East before Egypt, we can include Genies and the Roc birds. Egypt is strong.

North America could use some Fearsome Critters...but I always say that because I’m obsessed with them. They’re old lumberjack myths which fit nicely. Maybe some indigenous critters like Wendigo or Thunderbird too?

Right. Finding Mythical beasts for Asia was a challenge so your references are appreciated!

 

[Outbound]

Similarly, there's a lot more to Africa than just Egypt (arguably Egypt is more closely tied to Arabia and Europe). Maybe include some mythological creatures from Subsaharan Africa. It would be obscure to most but I think would help add to the internationally of it all.

Category:African legendary creatures - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

This Wikipedia article isn't as direct as Doug's but if you look around and get a feel for the animal descriptions I think you could find some that fit well.

Speaking of which is the park set in South Africa? This was something brought up in the first round and hasn't been mentioned since.

 

[Suchomimus]

Maybe some indigenous critters like Wendigo or Thunderbird too?

Well maybe not something like the cannibal per say but that would be a general idea. (I know I’m not part of this competition, I just don’t want to see something on par with Rowling’s depictions of magic in America).

 

[NigelChanning]

Well maybe not something like the cannibal per say but that would be a general idea. (I know I’m not part of this competition, I just don’t want to see something on par with Rowling’s depictions of magic in America).

I probably wouldn’t go with the Wendigo (for reasons already stated) but I think the Thunderbird is a good idea!

I also put Egypt in Asia by accident! I know they’re very close but I’m pretty sure it’s mostly in Africa!

 

[PerGron]

I video rendered my musical experience. I think it totally matches It's a Small World and the vibe it gives off!

Spoiler: Video

Link to Video

 

[DashHaber]

So, I did a little tweaking to the story list. Here's the current write-up I have for this gallery.

Stories Around the World!
(Walkthrough)
Waiting in this colorful cardboard art gallery are scenes and moments from stories all around the world. With these colorful paintings and multilingual display signs, guests will learn how there is always a tale to tell, no matter where you may roam.

Building Exterior: On the left-hand side of the Four Winds Square stands a sturdy cardboard-based structure. Assembled with cardboard walls and paper columns, it looks like a child’s vision of a museum (albeit one with bright colors). Resting atop the “museum” roof supported by some blocks is a book, a simple-looking one with a golden design along the book’s spine. Its cover depicts a boy and a girl peering out from behind a globe. Both are smiling as they hold up books, as the title over them proudly reads “Stories Around the World!”. Also resting on two corners of the "museum" roof are large origami cranes, who gently flap their "wings".

Building Interior: Stepping in through the doors, guests enter a warm and inviting art gallery whose lobby has a floor modeled after an atlas. Benches are placed throughout for folks to have a chance to rest their feet and take in the art. Going with the “crafted” look, the benches appear to be made from paper and yarn to offer a comfy spot to sit. The atmosphere is charming, but the main draw here is what is on the walls: the paintings.

Rendered in that classic Mary Blair art-style are a collection of paintings, depicting scenes and moments from various folklore and fairy tales. Each painting has a display sign, which gives a rough summary of the story. The display signs come in two languages: English, and the native language from whichever country the story originates. This offer a chance for guests unfamiliar with the story to discover them, and those who recognize the origins a chance to share a connection with it.

Among the many paintings, stories that guests can see include:

• The Maid of the Mist (Native American folklore)
• John Henry (American tall tale)
• The Blind Men and the Elephant (India)
• The Frog Princess (Russia)
• Stingy Jack (Ireland)
• Momotaro (Japan)
• The Magic Lotus Lantern (China)
• Kallo and the Goblins (Greece)
• Dick Whittington and His Cat (England)
• Maui brings fire to the world (Polynesian Mythology)
• Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (Arabian Peninsula)
• The Tale of Shim Chong (South Korea)
• Riquet with the Tuft (France)
• Hansel and Gretel (Germany)
• Three Billy Goats Gruff (Norway)
• Anansi and the Dispersal of Wisdom (West African folklore)
• The Water of Life (Spain)
• The Fifth Age Creation Myth (Aztec Mythology)
• Prunella (Italy)
• The Rainbow Serpent (Australian Aboriginal folklore)

 

[NateD1226]

How do you all feel about having the buildings in the indoor section have small projections on them just to make it more lively. You won't have to write it up as b-wolf and I can do that.

 

[PerGron]

So we have just over 24 hours left. How is everyone doing?

 

[Brer Panther]

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I like it! I really, really like it! I'd better get the description done...

Soaring With the Four Winds​

Take a spin aboard a hot air balloon over Four Winds Square! This flat ride uses the same ride system as Inside Out: Emotional Whirlwind at Disney's California Adventure. In the center of the ride is a replica of the Tower of the Four Winds that towered over guests at the World's Fair where "it's a small world" made its debut. The tower is constantly in motion, with all sorts of kinetic elements all over the place. The attraction is accessed via a ramp, then once you're in the basket of one of the eight balloons, it's into the air you go! This ride is sure to be a big hit, as it allows fantastic views of the park and provides a nice breeze on hot days.

 

[DashHaber]

How do you all feel about having the buildings in the indoor section have small projections on them just to make it more lively. You won't have to write it up as b-wolf and I can do that.

I'm good with that. It can help add some other fun kinetic bits to the area.

Actually, I did have one thought of something I might add to the gallery. On the two main corners of the "museum" roof, there could be two origami cranes that gently flap their "wings".