"Aaahh! Real Monsters": Somebody learn how to count
Don Del Grande
Hands up, those of you who noticed on what I assume is the start of
the third series of "Aaahh! Real Monsters", that Simon had five
fingers on each hand - but only four toes on each foot.
(And before you ask: no, I _don't_ have anything better to do, at
least until new episodes of The Simpsons return in late October (or
early November if the World Series lasts 7 games).)
And while I'm at it...how about the three Wahorns:
1 - "Wahorn's Famous Pizza" (the pizza with the bugs Krumm ate)
2 - "Dr. Wahorn, DDS" (the dentist)
3 - A. Rex Wahorn, listed in the credits as a Design/Background
artist
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Don Del Grande, del_...@ix.netcom.com
I guess it's true - Simon just isn't "all there"
Steve Mindykowski
As some of you may know, this morning (9/15/96) was the first day of
"Real Monsters"' 3rd season. In case you've missed it, here's a brief
description of this episode (save and add on to your program guide,
posted elsewhere in this newsgroup):
The Gromble Says: "Where Do You Think You're Going?"
1. "The Festival Of the Festering Moon" (?)
Once in a while, monsters feel a twitch when its close to a full
moon. When they do, the shed their old skin. However, something bad (or
good; I'm not telling) happens to whoever molts last, with Ickis being
the likely candidate as the final molter.
2. Simon's Big Score
Simon is appearing at all of out mobsterly trio's scares, but
what's "bugging" them? (Hint, hint.)
This episode, like all others, will be seen again at 7PM ET Saturday,
in case you've missed it.
Steve Mindykowski
rugr...@ix.netcom.com
Jim Davis
In article <51inue$a...@dfw-ixnews2.ix.netcom.com>,
Steve Mindykowski <rugr...@ix.netcom.com> wrote:
:
:2. Simon's Big Score
Neat episode. Does anyone know who does the voice of Simon? The
credits zip by so fast at the end I've never figured that out...
Steve Mindykowski
Notice to YTV fans:
Keep in mind that the YTV newsgroup is now open. If you have anything
to say regarding YTV's programs in Canada (whick is half-Nick,
half-A&E), use this newsgroup, and spread the word, as many YTV fans
are yearning for news and events regarding this fine network. (I line
in the US, which means no YTV, but I still think this is worthwhile).
If your internet provider does not carry this newsgroup, ask for it.
Steve Mindykowski
rugr...@ix.netcom.com
Steve Mindykowski
In <51inue$a...@dfw-ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> rugr...@ix.netcom.com(Steve
Mindykowski) writes:
>
This is the running summary of "Real Monsters'" 3rd season, so far.
Today (9/22/96), the 2nd episode was televised. I'm repeating last
week's synopis, for those who've missed it, followed by this week's
show.
9/15/96:
>
>The Gromble Says: "Where Do You Think You're Going?"
>
>1. "The Festival Of the Festering Moon" (?)
>
> Once in a while, monsters feel a twitch when its close to a full
>moon. When they do, the shed their old skin. However, something bad
(or
>good; I'm not telling) happens to whoever molts last, with Ickis being
>the likely candidate as the final molter.
>
>2. Simon's Big Score
>
> Simon is appearing at all of out mobsterly trio's scares, but
>what's "bugging" them? (Hint, hint.)
>
9/22/96:
The Gromble Says: (unfortunately, I didn't understand most of what he
said; if anyone can fill me in, I'll appreciate it.)
1. Krumm Gets Ahead
Krumm, tired of carrying his eyes in his hands, decided to get a
head transplant. This means free hands, but even free hands have its
pitfalls.
2. It's Only A Movie
Ickis, after seeing a cuddly bear movie while scaring, is now
paranoid that that bear is roaming the halls of the academy. Special
Treat: an unlikely monster gets snorched.
>This episode, like all others, will be seen again at 7PM ET Saturday,
>in case you've missed it.
Also, keep your eye out for "Real Monsters" books, now available where
better children's books are sold.
>
>Steve Mindykowski
>rugr...@ix.netcom.com
>
Don Del Grande
rugr...@ix.netcom.com(Steve Mindykowski) wrote:
>9/22/96:
>The Gromble Says: (unfortunately, I didn't understand most of what he
>said; if anyone can fill me in, I'll appreciate it.)
"Krumm! Call ME Crazy?" (they used "Call ME Crazy?" in the second
season, but not with Krumm in front of it)
>2. It's Only A Movie
> Ickis, after seeing a cuddly bear movie while scaring, is now
>paranoid that that bear is roaming the halls of the academy. Special
>Treat: an unlikely monster gets snorched.
WAHORN WATCH: The movie is being shown at the Wahorn Theater. (One of
the background artists is A. Rex Wahorn; in the first episode of the
season, there was a Wahorn's Pizza and the dentist's name was Dr.
Wahorn)
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Don Del Grande, del_...@ix.netcom.com
How many kids asked their parents what Oblina meant by "aluminium",
and how many parents knew the real answer?
D Summers
I am posting this on behalf of a friend.
=---------------------
Hi there,
I have just discovered Real Monsters, and I think its great! A couple of
questions though...
1) is Zimbo the one-legged bee on the head of Snortch?
2) Is there any episode guides on-line anywhere?
3) Any URLs?
4) Why such an abrupt ending at the end of 'the combustible Iccus` episode...you
remember? They went back to the fishing after iccus had 'a better idea'
thanks
Gavin
Steve Mindykowski
In <52gb87$1...@scotsman.ed.ac.uk> dsum...@tattoo.ed.ac.uk (D Summers)
writes:
>I am posting this on behalf of a friend.
>
>=---------------------
>
>Hi there,
> I have just discovered Real Monsters, and I think its great! A
couple of
>questions though...
>1) is Zimbo the one-legged bee on the head of Snortch?
>2) Is there any episode guides on-line anywhere?
he'll post it again.
>3) Any URLs?
Not one that I know of. Is there one?
>4) Why such an abrupt ending at the end of 'the combustible Iccus`
episode...you
>
>remember? They went back to the fishing after iccus had 'a better
idea'
knowledge, "Ickis" and his friends wanted to go back where they left
off, until he started suffering from being Spontaneously Combustible,
not to mention that he wanted to spend quality time with Krumm &
Oblina, his friends (keep in mind that most of the academy abandoned
Ickis amid rumors that combustibility is contagious).
Steve Mindykowski
rugr...@ix.netcom.com
Steve Mindykowski
Today (9/29/96), unfortunately, I've missed "Real Monsters", as I had
some personal business to take care of (not serious, but important
enough to miss "Monsters". Because of this, I'm repeating last week's
post, with one minor change. I'll send a new one next week, following
the next new episode. In fact, I don't know if there was a new episode
today, in light of "The Big Help-a-Thon". If there was (or wasn't), let
me know.
And now, for those whop missed it:
>9/15/96:
>>
>>The Gromble Says: "Where Do You Think You're Going?"
>>
>>1. "The Festival Of the Festering Moon" (?)
>>
>> Once in a while, monsters feel a twitch when its close to a full
>>moon. When they do, the shed their old skin. However, something bad
>(or
>>good; I'm not telling) happens to whoever molts last, with Ickis
being
>>the likely candidate as the final molter.
>>
>>2. Simon's Big Score
>>
>> Simon is appearing at all of out mobsterly trio's scares, but
>>what's "bugging" them? (Hint, hint.)
>>
>9/22/96:
>
>The Gromble Says: "Krumm! Call me crazy?" (thanks to Don Del Grande
(del_...@ix.netcom.com)
>
>1. Krumm Gets Ahead
>
> Krumm, tired of carrying his eyes in his hands, decided to get a
>head transplant. This means free hands, but even free hands have its
>pitfalls.
>
>2. It's Only A Movie
>
> Ickis, after seeing a cuddly bear movie while scaring, is now
>paranoid that that bear is roaming the halls of the academy. Special
>Treat: an unlikely monster gets snorched.
>
>>Steve Mindykowski
>>rugr...@ix.netcom.com
>>
>
joshray
D Summers wrote:
>
> I am posting this on behalf of a friend.
>
> =---------------------
>
> Hi there,
> I have just discovered Real Monsters, and I think its great! A couple of
> questions though...
> 1) is Zimbo the one-legged bee on the head of Snortch?
> 4) Why such an abrupt ending at the end of 'the combustible Iccus` episode...you
>
> remember? They went back to the fishing after iccus had 'a better idea'
>
> Gavindear g
1-yes
dustin
Amy
rugr...@ix.netcom.com(Steve Mindykowski) wrote:
>Today (9/29/96), unfortunately, I've missed "Real Monsters", as I had
>some personal business to take care of (not serious, but important
>enough to miss "Monsters". Because of this, I'm repeating last week's
>post, with one minor change. I'll send a new one next week, following
>the next new episode. In fact, I don't know if there was a new episode
>today, in light of "The Big Help-a-Thon". If there was (or wasn't), let
>me know.
>And now, for those who missed it:
Steve - I don't know if it was new or not but the Snortch got a voice
box and starting "dating" Oblina - he really is a rather intellectual
sort! - That's all I caught since I too have been busy today - the
kids would know but their in bed!
Amy
amy_...@ix.netcom.com
I was put on this earth to accomplish a certain number of things...
Right now I am so far behind...
I'll never die! ;=)
Steve Mindykowski
In <52mv53$o...@dfw-ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> rugr...@ix.netcom.com(Steve
Mindykowski) writes:
>
Here's this weeks "Real Monsters' review of the 3rd season, starting
with the previous episodes:
>>9/15/96:
>>>
>>>The Gromble Says: "Where Do You Think You're Going?"
>>>
>>>1. "The Festival Of the Festering Moon"
>>>
>>>moon. When they do, the shed their old skin. However, something bad
>>(or
>>>good; I'm not telling) happens to whoever molts last, with Ickis
>being
>>>the likely candidate as the final molter.
>>>
>>>2. Simon's Big Score
>>>
>>> Simon is appearing at all of out mobsterly trio's scares, but
>>>what's "bugging" them? (Hint, hint.)
>>>
>>9/22/96:
>>
>>The Gromble Says: "Krumm! Call me crazy?" (thanks to Don Del Grande
>(del_...@ix.netcom.com)
>
>>
>>1. Krumm Gets Ahead
>>
>> Krumm, tired of carrying his eyes in his hands, decided to get
a
>>head transplant. This means free hands, but even free hands have its
>>pitfalls.
>>
>>2. It's Only A Movie
>>
>> Ickis, after seeing a cuddly bear movie while scaring, is now
>>paranoid that that bear is roaming the halls of the academy. Special
>>Treat: an unlikely monster gets snorched.
>>
Unfortunately, I haven't a chance to see this episode yet; however,
I've taped it Saturday (10/5/96). When I see it, I'll include my review
here.
10/6/96
The Gromble Says: (I have no idea what he's talking about. Does
anyone?)
1. The Amulet of Emerog (?)
This amulet is the highest award ever given to a monster. In this
episode, the Gromble lent it to Ickis so Ickis can clean it. However,
He wore it on a scare, which ended up getting lost.
Blooper Dept: When Ickis scares, he grows, and the amulet's chain
broke off. However, when the fashion designer found the amulet, the
chain was intact. Also, how in the world did the designer make copies
of the amulet so fast?
2. Bad Hair Day
On a prank, a couple of students shaved off Krumm's pit hairs, whic
takes 17 years to grow. However, Ickis found hair tonic that helped
Krumm's hair grow back, and grow, and grow, and grow...
Remember to watch "Real Monsters" at 7PM ET this Saturday if you miss
this episode.
Brief Plug Dept:
Don't forget to visit my new online site, "Rugrats Online" at:
http://www.concentric.net/~rugrats1/rugrats1.htm
>>>Steve Mindykowski
>>>rugr...@ix.netcom.com
>>>
>>
>
Don Del Grande
rugr...@ix.netcom.com(Steve Mindykowski) wrote:
> 9/29/96
> Unfortunately, I haven't a chance to see this episode yet; however,
>I've taped it Saturday (10/5/96). When I see it, I'll include my review
>here.
I couldn't figure out what The Gromble said in this one - "(something)
up, slimeball"
Monster Blues - After Ickis is humiliated by a Snorching, he runs away
and befriends a blind jazz musician (where did Klasky-Csupo dig up Taj
Mahal?), who teams up with Ickis to prevent his adopted home from
being torn down
I Heard The Snorch Call My Name - With a little help from Dr. Buzz
Kutt, Snorch is able to talk like everybody else, and Oblina is
impressed by his intellect (unlike the juvenile antics of her two
roommates), but Zimbo is jealous of Snorch's new friend
(Note that Snorch has two actors doing his voice - Brock Peters as the
talking Snorch and David Eccles as the "grunting" Snorch)
> 10/6/96
> The Gromble Says: (I have no idea what he's talking about. Does
>anyone?)
I think it's "You lost what?"
> 1. The Amulet of Emerog (?)
Enfarg (I assume it's an anagram for something)
> Blooper Dept: When Ickis scares, he grows, and the amulet's chain
>broke off. However, when the fashion designer found the amulet, the
>chain was intact. Also, how in the world did the designer make copies
>of the amulet so fast?
I noticed that too - also, when the amulet broke, the necklace's beads
were round, but at all other times they were more like ovals
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Don Del Grande, del_...@ix.wahorn.com - ER, UH, ix.netcom.com
But what was Ickis supposed to do with the amulet if he was going out
on a scare and couldn't keep an eye on it?
Steve Mindykowski
Here is the latest list:
1. Monster Blues
After being ridiculed by the other monsters, Ickis leaves the
academy and moves into a condemned building, where he is befriended by
its only resident -- a blind blues singer.
2. I Hear The Snorch Call My Name
Tired of having Zimba speak for him, Snorch decides to have a
voice box implanted. He gains friendship with Oblina, but is the voice
box best for him? Or Zimba?
> 10/6/96
>
>
> 1. The Amulet of Enfarg
>
> This amulet is the highest award ever given to a monster. In this
>episode, the Gromble lent it to Ickis so Ickis can clean it. However,
>He wore it on a scare, which ended up getting lost.
>
> Blooper Dept: When Ickis scares, he grows, and the amulet's chain
>broke off. However, when the fashion designer found the amulet, the
>chain was intact. Also, how in the world did the designer make copies
>of the amulet so fast?
>
> 2. Bad Hair Day
>
> On a prank, a couple of students shaved off Krumm's pit hairs, whic
>takes 17 years to grow. However, Ickis found hair tonic that helped
>Krumm's hair grow back, and grow, and grow, and grow...
>
10/13/96:
The Gromble Says: "Oblina, help me!"
1. Could They Stop The Brain?
After hours upon hours of studying, Oblina's brain decides to
jump ship and lead its own life. Meanwhile, Oblina is back at the
academy as a zombie.
2. Cement Heads
3 convicts, sentenced to over 75 years as gargoyles, break out
after they convince Ickis that they've been framed. However, you
shouldn't trust strangers all the time.
Steve Mindykowski
Welcome to this week's "Real Monsters" episode list.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This will be my last list until November 10, as I'll be im Michigan on
vacation, visiting relatives. Unfortunately, the folks I'll be staying
with have no internet, satellite, or cable. If someone can fill in for
a couple of weeks, it'll be appreciated.
> Tired of having Zimbo speak for him, Snorch decides to have a
>voice box implanted. He gains friendship with Oblina, but is the voice
>box best for him? Or Zimbo?
>
>
>> 10/6/96
>>
>>
>> 1. The Amulet of Enfarg
>>
>> This amulet is the highest award ever given to a monster. In this
>>episode, the Gromble lent it to Ickis so Ickis can clean it. However,
>>He wore it on a scare, which ended up getting lost.
>>
>> Blooper Dept: When Ickis scares, he grows, and the amulet's chain
>>broke off. However, when the fashion designer found the amulet, the
>>chain was intact. Also, how in the world did the designer make copies
>>of the amulet so fast?
>>
>> 2. Bad Hair Day
>>
>> On a prank, a couple of students shaved off Krumm's pit hairs, whic
>>takes 17 years to grow. However, Ickis found hair tonic that helped
>>Krumm's hair grow back, and grow, and grow, and grow...
>>
>
> 10/13/96:
>
> The Gromble Says: "Oblina, help me!"
>
> 1. Will They Stop The Brain?
>
> After hours upon hours of studying, Oblina's brain decides to
>jump ship and lead its own life. Meanwhile, Oblina is back at the
>academy as a zombie.
>
> 2. Cement Heads
>
> 3 convicts, sentenced to over 75 years as gargoyles, break out
>after they convince Ickis that they've been framed. However, you
>shouldn't trust strangers all the time.
>
>
10/20/96:
The Gromble Says: ???
1. Ickis and the Red Zimbo
Ickis has found a remote controlled toy plane, and started using it
for his scares. However, this leaves Zimbo jealous, as he's the only
other thing that flies.
2. Oblina and the 3 Humans
Babysitting the Gromble's nephew, Oblina tells a story of a monster
who lives under the bridge and 3 German men who wanted to cross it
(similar to "The 3 Billy-Goats Gruff"). However, no one is satisfied
with how it ends.
Special Programming Notes:
1. Look for "Real Monsters", the original "Doug", "Rocko", and
"Rugrats" on your local station through Halloween for special Nicktoon
Halloween specials; check listings.
2. Nick will show a 3-hour "Real Monsters" marathon Saturday, 10/26/96
from 9AM to noon ET.
3. Nick will present "Nick Or Treat" Saturday, 10/26 and Thursday,
10/31. This Saturday, because of this, "Real Monsters" will be seen at
6:30PM ET. I don't know if Nick will be repeating the above episode or
show the Halloween "Real Monsters".
>>
Don't forget to stop by my "Rugrats Online" site at:
Don Del Grande
rugr...@ix.netcom.com(Steve Mindykowski) wrote:
>This will be my last list until November 10, as I'll be im Michigan on
>vacation, visiting relatives. Unfortunately, the folks I'll be staying
>with have no internet, satellite, or cable. If someone can fill in for
>a couple of weeks, it'll be appreciated.
I can't make any promises...
>10/20/96:
> The Gromble Says: ???
"Ickis, you slob"
>1. Ickis and the Red Zimbo
> Ickis has found a remote controlled toy plane, and started using it
>for his scares. However, this leaves Zimbo jealous, as he's the only
>other thing that flies.
>
>2. Oblina and the 3 Humans
> Babysitting the Gromble's nephew, Oblina tells a story of a monster
>who lives under the bridge and 3 German men who wanted to cross it
>(similar to "The 3 Billy-Goats Gruff"). However, no one is satisfied
>with how it ends.
Carlos Alazraqui (the voice of Rocko on "Rocko's Modern Life") is the
voice of Udo (the third German) and Chomble (Gromble's nephew)
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Don Del Grande, del_...@ix.netcom.com
Notice that Ickis managed to get a radio-controlled plane with an
old-style video game joystick...