ScribeGT6817 wrote:
kyle7475 wrote:I think this got buried:
1) Can we establish an upper limit for the lifespans of the Matoran Universe inhabitants? I was thinking that they could live up to ~600,000 years. What do you think?
1) Is there a reason we need to do this?
It's not really that important of an issue, but the lack of a specified lifespan for the MU inhabitants kind of breaks the suspension of disbelief. This is because most of the MU characters are already tens if not hundreds of thousands of years old when they're first introduced, but not much of this seems to be reflected in their physicality, actions, etc. Even the oldest matoran, hundred-thousand year old Takua shows no signs of age. We never see aging matoran throughout the story, which odd when you consider that the GBs built the RS which basically granted them immortality even before they obtained sentience (and before violence became the leading cause of death).
This is a bit hard to fathom, unless we consider that age isn't a factor at all ( you yourself have stated that MU inhabitants are not immortal), or take into account that age is relative ( a four year old cat is analogous to a twenty-something human) which begs this whole lifespan question. If the characters in the story are already tens or hundreds of thousands of years old, but more or less act ageless, then what exactly IS their lifespan? What's even harder to fathom is the lifespans of the Agori and Glatorian, most of whom are even older than the Matoran. Sorry if this came off sounding whiny, or anything of the sort. I understand you've been yelled at by fans before, and I don't intend to follow in their steps.
Will you be doing the new bionicle books
BIONICHARGE wrote:Hello!
Just two questions: can users of Light control other electromagnetic spectrum waves? If not, could there theoretically be beings who could?
1) Not to my knowledge
2) We don't have plans to introduce any more Toa elements
ScribeGT6817 wrote:
kyle7475 wrote:Hey Greg:
2) I hate to keep bothering you with this question, but can you finally tell of the nature of the MU inhabitant's brains (I know it sounds weird)? I feel like it matters because it would influence the light in which we see them. For example, if they have mechanical brains, then the Toa and Matoran would truly feel like artificial, AI creations originally intended to be non-sapient. It would make them truly alien and all the more interesting, especially in their interactions with SM inhabitants. If they have organic brains, then the Toa and Matoran would feel more like natural creations. They'd be less alien (and to me, less interesting), but more relatable. It would also hint at better realtions with the Agori.
2) I'd rather not. I am already getting screamed at for canonizing things, and I also think that if every mystery gets explained, BIONICLE loses some of its appeal.
Surely this question is simpler than it sounds?
Is there a difference between the powers of a Toa of Light and a being wearing the Mask of Light?
Greg, you shouldn't need to care about what these guys on BZpower and such are complaining about. You where given authority to add onto BIONICLE's story; Don't let the arrogent people on BZpower take you judgement and make you stop canonizing things.
These are the same guys who hate the new BIONICLE 2015 even before it has come out, only getting a tiny taste of what it'll be like. They are quick to judge, and, honestly, everybody will judge you on any disicion you make. Don't let the ideas of the BIONICLE community affect you like the Mask of Shadows, inspiring fear into your heart just to get their way. You were given a task to continue the old storyline, and some people LIKE having their questions answered on here.
As such, I suggest you wear a Kanohi Avohkii and see the bright side of things. You keep expanding the BIONICLE story, even if some people complain about it. Honestly, later one they'll be so distracted hating on the new BIONICLE that only the minority of them will still give you a hard time!
So follow the light, Greg. Look on the positive side of things, and don't let the haters, that represent the Mask of Shadows, inspire fear into you and the rest of the BIONICLE community. YOU are Mata Nui, the one every member of the BIONICLE community looks up to, and the one with the knowledge of the BIONICLE universe. Some members hate the way you are doing things, but, honestly, they are arrogent, and always are looking for a way to spark controversy.
So don't be afraid, and don't let the Shadow of the Makuta bring you down into a slumber, where the BIONICLE community will have to fend for itself, like the Matoran on Mata Nui. Fight if off, like all the heroes you ever wrote about in the BIONICLE story, and remember, good always triumphs in the end!
When Vakama looked into the fire in the MNOG, I believed that was how he got his visions, because he always knew what was going to happen next in the BIONICLE story. We see it clearly that Vakama somehow knows what is going on next, which I think he gets his info from his visions.
So how did he get these visions? I always thought member of the Order of Mata Nui knew how to reach people in visions, like Krakau, so I began to wonder if Lhikan was a secret operative of the Order, and gave Vakama visions.
As such, I think Vakama's mind kept triggering these visions when Lhikan could, and even after Lhikan died, Vakama's mind triggered these visions as he stared into the fire in MNOG. I think this is how he was able to have his constant visions, but that's just my idea.
Do you want to explain the origin of Vakama's visions?
Mastercheif382 wrote:Will you be doing the new bionicle books
No
It's not really that important of an issue, but the lack of a specified lifespan for the MU inhabitants kind of breaks the suspension of disbelief. This is because most of the MU characters are already tens if not hundreds of thousands of years old when they're first introduced, but not much of this seems to be reflected in their physicality, actions, etc. Even the oldest matoran, hundred-thousand year old Takua shows no signs of age. We never see aging matoran throughout the story, which odd when you consider that the GBs built the RS which basically granted them immortality even before they obtained sentience (and before violence became the leading cause of death).
This is a bit hard to fathom, unless we consider that age isn't a factor at all ( you yourself have stated that MU inhabitants are not immortal), or take into account that age is relative ( a four year old cat is analogous to a twenty-something human) which begs this whole lifespan question. If the characters in the story are already tens or hundreds of thousands of years old, but more or less act ageless, then what exactly IS their lifespan? What's even harder to fathom is the lifespans of the Agori and Glatorian, most of whom are even older than the Matoran. Sorry if this came off sounding whiny, or anything of the sort. I understand you've been yelled at by fans before, and I don't intend to follow in their steps.
What "signs of age" are you expecting? Physicaly, they are more mechanical than organic, so as long as the mechanics are well-maintained, they won't show signs of age. And since their consciousness is AI that can be downloaded, etc., we do not know that they will mentally show signs of age. Obviously, they are capable of learning from experience, but we also don't want a story that amounts to a bunch of Matoran playing shuffleboard and talking about the good old days.
kyle7475 wrote:
ScribeGT6817 wrote:
kyle7475 wrote:Hey Greg:
2) I hate to keep bothering you with this question, but can you finally tell of the nature of the MU inhabitant's brains (I know it sounds weird)? I feel like it matters because it would influence the light in which we see them. For example, if they have mechanical brains, then the Toa and Matoran would truly feel like artificial, AI creations originally intended to be non-sapient. It would make them truly alien and all the more interesting, especially in their interactions with SM inhabitants. If they have organic brains, then the Toa and Matoran would feel more like natural creations. They'd be less alien (and to me, less interesting), but more relatable. It would also hint at better realtions with the Agori.
2) I'd rather not. I am already getting screamed at for canonizing things, and I also think that if every mystery gets explained, BIONICLE loses some of its appeal.
Surely this question is simpler than it sounds?
I don't really see the reasoning behind a need to determine this. These characters have been around for 13 years now. It seems a little late in the game to change the "light in which you see them."
ScribeGT6817 wrote:
but we also don't want a story that amounts to a bunch of Matoran playing shuffleboard and talking about the good old days.
Actually, i'd love to see a story like that. But that's just me. 
Clone2625 wrote:Is there a difference between the powers of a Toa of Light and a being wearing the Mask of Light?
Yes. The Mask of Light has secondary powers that a Toa of Light would not automatically have, like the ability to sense moral light in others.
ScribeGT6817 wrote:
kyle7475 wrote:
ScribeGT6817 wrote:
kyle7475 wrote:Hey Greg:
2) I hate to keep bothering you with this question, but can you finally tell of the nature of the MU inhabitant's brains (I know it sounds weird)? I feel like it matters because it would influence the light in which we see them. For example, if they have mechanical brains, then the Toa and Matoran would truly feel like artificial, AI creations originally intended to be non-sapient. It would make them truly alien and all the more interesting, especially in their interactions with SM inhabitants. If they have organic brains, then the Toa and Matoran would feel more like natural creations. They'd be less alien (and to me, less interesting), but more relatable. It would also hint at better realtions with the Agori.
2) I'd rather not. I am already getting screamed at for canonizing things, and I also think that if every mystery gets explained, BIONICLE loses some of its appeal.
Surely this question is simpler than it sounds?
I don't really see the reasoning behind a need to determine this. These characters have been around for 13 years now. It seems a little late in the game to change the "light in which you see them."
Actually, I just want to know out of curiosity. I think this is a small matter; if you gave me an answer I don't think you'd be criticized by the other fans.
ScribeGT6817 wrote:
Clone2625 wrote:Is there a difference between the powers of a Toa of Light and a being wearing the Mask of Light?
Yes. The Mask of Light has secondary powers that a Toa of Light would not automatically have, like the ability to sense moral light in others.
@Clone2625,
Also the Avohkii spreads understanding.
You get agrevated-annoyed when people use Treespeak, Am I right-correct?