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Post by I AM the Way on Aug 21, 2007 14:30:50 GMT -6
last week, a new official member of the CoC, Rough Magick, contributed money so that others could join without having the financial means to do so themselves.
his gracious donation of $50 is the start of a new scholarship program for would-be Cultists of little means. but how do we decide who is to benefit? this time, we have decided upon an essay writing contest (maybe next year an art work contest?)
entries should be submitted between November 1st and November 15th. the three best essays will be chosen and each winning author will elevated to a Herald of the Old Gods on my birthday, Nov. 25th. only non-official Cultists who seek initiation into our organization should compete.
each essay should be approximately 3,000 words and based on one of these topics:
1. the relationship between Satanism and the Cthulhu Mythos.
2. a personal account of your relationship with the Mythos and Cult of Cthulhu... past, present, and future.
3. critical analysis and exploration of H.P. Lovecraft's writing.
each essay will be judged on the following merits:
1. powerful ideas.
2. originality of content and/or presentation.
3. persuasiveness... creating strong, compelling emotion that takes hold of the reader.
entries can be sent to me by email with "CoC scholarship" in the subject line to: darrick@CultofCthulhu.net
additionally, any and all essays may be used by the Cult of Cthulhu, as well as, the respective authors themselves. post here or email me if you have questions or comments. also, contact me about contributing future scholarship money; i hope we can make this an annual promotion.
good luck to all...
Venger As'Nas Satanis Cult of Cthulhu High Priest
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Post by harlequinshaitan on Aug 24, 2007 13:47:57 GMT -6
Phenomenal. This should get things rolling and bring in some new blood. I hope people take advantage of this opportunity.
Harlequin Shaitan Herald of the Old Gods
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Post by I AM the Way on Nov 7, 2007 11:47:37 GMT -6
want to be accepted as an official CoC member? write something! (see original post in this thread). deadline is still November 15th. have questions, just ask...
VS
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Post by sin on May 15, 2008 8:48:58 GMT -6
So did you ever post the winning essays? I'd like to read them.
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Post by I AM the Way on May 15, 2008 9:44:15 GMT -6
alas, there were no actual essays submitted. which is exactly why the CoC is needed... to fight mankind's apathetic inertia.
i have high hopes for next year though! will probably award official membership to one winner for each of three categories: writing, visual art, and music. as November 25th gets closer, i'll post more details.
VS
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Post by saxo on May 15, 2008 9:56:01 GMT -6
Great VS, Im brazilian, Uno, N my english isnt the best of da world, so...My text probably will have such gramatic problems. Is it a problem?
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Post by I AM the Way on May 15, 2008 11:31:42 GMT -6
we can work around it. everyone has some type of handicap.
VS
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Post by sin on May 15, 2008 12:09:54 GMT -6
alas, there were no actual essays submitted. which is exactly why the CoC is needed... to fight mankind's apathetic inertia.
i have high hopes for next year though! will probably award official membership to one winner for each of three categories: writing, visual art, and music. as November 25th gets closer, i'll post more details.
VS Really? I would think people would jump on the idea for a showcase essay, especially when you consider the peer review potential. Keep us posted.
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Post by saxo on May 15, 2008 13:55:27 GMT -6
we can work around it. everyone has some type of handicap.
VS Rly thanks!
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Post by hiqconsoul on May 17, 2008 0:57:16 GMT -6
alas, there were no actual essays submitted. which is exactly why the CoC is needed... to fight mankind's apathetic inertia.
VS 50$ says that everyone has the cash but don't wanna join just yet, and didn't want to take away the opportunity from anyone who would actually need a scholarship in order to join ... ;D hehe.. if thats not the case tho and we have ppl willing to join but aren't doing so due to financial means.... GET TO WORK MOFOS! *whip sound* (just kidding about the whip ofc.. better motivations are available that don't require corporal punishment..) of course yet another possibility is, that ppl don't really know HOW to write an essay.. then again it goes to the bit about being too lazy to try and find out how.. *shrugs shoulders* who knows...
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Post by Shaz'rahjeem on May 17, 2008 1:24:01 GMT -6
I aksed for only 500-600 words, to join the sect awhile ago, and i got email saying "does it realy have to 500 words" Im like man these lazy shits, so know i just have a form to fill out. www.freewebs.com/sectoflucifer/joining.htmshaz'rahjeem
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Post by hiqconsoul on May 17, 2008 1:39:55 GMT -6
I aksed for only 500-600 words, to join the sect awhile ago, and i got email saying "does it realy have to 500 words" Im like man these lazy shits, so know i just have a form to fill out. www.freewebs.com/sectoflucifer/joining.htmshaz'rahjeem*Goes rolling on the floor laughing* It's not as much lazy as it is incompetence.. Also, some people are really smart and can express themselves in waaaaay less words than the rest of us.. I doubt tho, that this is the case - but hey then again that's being judgemental and since I'm not perfect and can be wrong.. well.. I guess I shouldn't throw rocks when living in a glasshouse xP geh.. but yea.. GET TO WOOOORK!!! lolol
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Post by Madguten on May 17, 2008 3:50:08 GMT -6
I agree with you both, people are generally getting way lazier than good is.
Ten years ago, people would have stumbled over eachother to grab the opportunity (i think). Now we are mostly an entertainment race.
Its a little vomit enhancing to think about. ;D
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Post by saxo on May 17, 2008 8:29:55 GMT -6
Why U leave this for ppl who live in other countries ;D U live in USA man! Is just find 50$ in the sidewalk and send it! Fo me (who live in Brazil) I need 2 find a place where I can buy dollars, convence ma moma ("No moma, this money is for the protestant church of negros in USA!") N pay a lot of money for the postoffice 2 they send ma letter... THIS IS THE OPORTUNITY OF MY LIFE!PLEEEEEEEEEEEEASE,MAKE I WIN
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Post by Shaz'rahjeem on May 17, 2008 16:56:23 GMT -6
i have a question, if no one entered the first time round. If there was one entery, would they have won. Even if it was crap?
the three types of people
1.productive 2.unproductive 3.anti-productive
its clear which is in over abundance.
shaz'rahjeem
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Post by I AM the Way on May 17, 2008 18:37:43 GMT -6
uh... probably. it would have depended on circumstances i guess.
VS
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Post by hiqconsoul on May 18, 2008 10:14:31 GMT -6
*cough* give to the needy *cough*
ffuck! edit!!: make them prove worth first ofc.... just trying wholeheartedly is enough proof of worth.. nobody starts out perfect... and ofc wat's promised must be kept (in this case given lol.. must keep the promise, of giving ;D - stupid brain stop twisting my words!
so.. give to the needy who are worth it ..
o and ps. *cough* ;D
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Post by saxo on May 19, 2008 15:01:54 GMT -6
Weed boy Stop smokin! hahahahahahaha joke... VS, when can I start?
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Post by I AM the Way on May 19, 2008 15:52:27 GMT -6
you can start this fall. scholarships will be awarded and works posted by November 25th.
VS
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Post by sin on Aug 22, 2008 9:20:15 GMT -6
i have a question, if no one entered the first time round. If there was one entery, would they have won. Even if it was crap? the three types of people 1.productive 2. unproductive3.anti-productive its clear which is in over abundance. shaz'rahjeemAny submissions at this point? Just wanted to get an update. The key word here is 'MEDIOCRITY'.
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Post by sin on Aug 22, 2008 9:56:28 GMT -6
In my opinion, the essay questions are worthy of a response. When I have some extra time, I'll address 2&3 but here's my view of Question 1: Cthulhu Cult Essay Cthulhu Within The relationship between Satanism and the Cthulhu Mythos. In the simplest of terms, the deepest connection between Satanism and the Cthulhu mythos, is the ability of the cultist to create his reality, or divine kingdom. All the imaginary barriers of social constructs stripped away, one has the freedom to explore all fields of knowledge void of any societal views of ethics and morality. The cultist follows his own moral compass. The word ‘Taboo’ falls into the abyss as another archaic idea, the word may surface on the tide once again, but with new meaning to the cultist because he has the power and the authority to re-define it for his own life. Praxis of the wisdom gained through his explorations, he is truly God of his domain, and his legacy is the impact his presence has on the world, whilst he exists. The cultist forces change, when there is stagnation. The cultist pushes the envelope, and sacrifices the sleeple to their own devices; the delusions they keep close to their hearts – that leads them no where and promises them everything. The cultist has the wisdom to find wolves among the flock, and create legions of hideous fanged creatures that will awaken the Old Ones; those that live within the dark corners of our minds, ready at a moments notice to manifest horrid dreams in the living world. The cultist lives by tooth and claw! The cultist is the adversary, and opposes any and all things that attempt to sway him from his goals. He will not be assimilated into the sleep machine, he will awaken. He is of the few that see with the eyes of ‘The One’ in this matrix-esque existence. The Cthulhu Mythos is applied as a way to manifest his imagination into a reality; it serves as a story to be continued by the Satanist. What Lovecraft began, the Satanist will finish. Each cultist serves as a chapter, in an epic saga of an unquenchable thirst for power, acknowledgement, and absolute sovereignty of his own life. It is his birthright! Each time the cultist is told ‘Can’t’, ‘Shouldn’t’ or ‘Don’t’ it’s an act of war! “Those that say thou shalt not, is my mortal foe!” -Anton Lavey The Cthulhu Mythos is a means to an end, the journey is dark, and slimy but our tentacles long and our end reachable! Ia ia, Cthulhu, Fhtagan!
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Post by sin on Aug 28, 2008 13:54:16 GMT -6
I aksed for only 500-600 words, to join the sect awhile ago, and i got email saying "does it realy have to 500 words" Im like man these lazy shits, so know i just have a form to fill out. www.freewebs.com/sectoflucifer/joining.htmshaz'rahjeemHave you taken the time, to answer any of these questions? Post an essay? I'd like to read your take on it. Just for the sake of kicking stuff around. If you have, post it here. :-)
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Post by astennoth on Aug 29, 2008 4:49:10 GMT -6
This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for non-members to be initiated in the Cult. Congrats on another great idea, Venger!
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