Post by ??Gothic Riddler?? on Sept 2, 2007 4:04:08 GMT -5
This is to be made into a LEGO animation(here is a trailer the director made before they knew me and before the bat-lego sets came out)
youtube.com/watch?v=HoQHMawAYlM)
But for now where is the script I wrote one afternoon.
Guess who?
By Scott Alexander
: To the famous and fortunate of Gotham City, no holiday season would be complete without a trip to the Peregrinator Club. Originally established as a gathering place for gentlemen adventurers, The Peregrinator is clearly a throwback to another area from the decaying city that surrounds it. Inside the grand building, fathers and sons from Gotham’s elite gather in the dining room. As the many groups sit individually at their tables they gaze in wonder at the stage in front of them. The annual Christmas show is about to commence and who better to start things off the Santa Clause himself.
*Santa walks forward onto the stage- his mouth opens but his words are lost as his eyes widen as he quickly falls forwards- a golden spear sticks out from his spine. There are screams of fear from the crowd as a not so jolly man in green steps forward. With a large group of thugs behind holding an array of weapons, the man pulls the spear out of Santa with ease and twirls it as his cane. A sinister smile spreads across his face- this is the Riddler.
Riddler: Who has been naughty? Who has been nice? That’s what I love about Christmas! So many maddening questions!
Rich man 1: The Riddler!
Rich man 2: Call the police!
*The Riddler pulls a revolver and shoots the first man.
Riddler: My finger slipped…
Rich man 2: You’re a monster!
Riddler: Someone finally notices? Fascinating! As for calling the police…allow me
*The Riddler pulls out a cell phone and dials
Riddler: Commissioner James Gordon…Guess who?
: Moments later police cars surround The Peregrinator. A Gotham News crew stand next to James Gordon at the scene.
Jackie: Hello I’m Jackie Stewart with Channel 5. We’re at the scene where dangerous criminal Edward Nigma aka The Riddler has taken hold of the famous Peregrinator club of North Gotham. I’m joined at the scene by Police Commissioner James Gordon, Commissioner what is the situation?
Gordon: There are about 30 hostages and other than that I don’t know. Usually the psycho gives us a number of insane puzzles to solve but tonight…Sorry but I think its best you clear the area. I have to be with my men.
*Gordon runs off towards the Peregrinator where the rest of the cops are staked out.
Jackie: That was Commissioner Gordon of the…
*Another policeman walks into view, a gun in one hand and a slight smile on his face. He points it at Jackie.
“Policeman”: I think you’d better come with me.
: The TV signal cuts out as Jackie begins to scream.
: We return to the dining room of the Peregrinator club where the Riddler has already made himself comfortable in a large chair overlooking the crowd. His face beams with delight as he sees the “policeman” escorting Jackie and a cameraman towards him.
Riddler: Ah the media has arrived! Now the game can finally begin!
Jackie: I refuse to play along
Riddler: I’m afraid you and your friend have no choice dear. Life’s one big game and I suggest you play it or loose it!
Jackie: Roll the camera
Riddler: That’s the Christmas spirit! Seasons Greetings Gotham City! For years now I have been plaguing your tiny minds with questions but there is one question I have not provided- tonight I shall expose the identity of the greatest mystery of all! The Batman!
Jackie: That’s insanely stupid! How do you even know Batman is even here?
Riddler: Hmm they must have hired you for your looks…
*The Riddler wacks Jackie over the head with his cane sending her to the ground. He faces the camera with a smile.
Riddler: Think TV monkeys! Think! Examine the facts as I do…one he’s relatively young, someplace between lets say twenty-eight and forty. Two he’s got money, or is bankrolled but someone who does. Let’s face it those Batmoblies don’t come cheap do they? Three if he’s rich than it also means he has strong connections with this club and more importantly possibly in this room right now and four there’s Robin, is he our mystery man’s son? Brother? Boyfriend? Third cousin twice removed? What ever you choose I know he has a familiar link to our dear winged avenger. Lets meet my guests shall we?
*The Riddler jumps down the stage near the tables of guests.
Riddler: You! Graham Knowland!
*The Riddler flicks his cane in the direction of a handsome man and his son. Sitting in the front row.
Riddler: Your multimillion-dollar computer firm has donated a fortune to the victims of violent crimes. You and your son are also world-class gymnasts. You to might very well be Batman and Robin.
Graham: I don’t know what you are talking about! Just leave my son alone!
*An elderly man in a wheel chair begins to laugh; three strong men surround him. Two of them twins, the other just a kid.
Riddler: Quit your snivelling Gramps! I’m just warming up! If it isn’t the proud and stupid McIvor Clan! With his twin grandsons Alex and Jake along with their baby brother Michael.
*Riddler walks forward towards McIvor.
Riddler: How about it Gramps? As founder of McIvor Technologies you could easily have whipped up the Batmobile and all those nasty toys Batman uses.
McIvor: If I could get out of this chair I’d shove that cane up your smug…
Riddler: Ah! But you can’t get out of that chair can you old man? Not since that terrible day fifteen years ago when a young criminal broke into your factory, put a bullet through your spine and killed your son and his wife leaving these poor kids orphans. Now who would so such a thing? Oh that’s right…me!
McIvor: You’re dead you bastard!
Riddler: Really? That doesn’t ring as true to me as your motive and money to start a whole Batman Dynasty! You see folks! Grandpa is the mastermind; the twins switch off as Batman while the youngster learns the ropes as Robin! It’s obvious!
“Policeman”: Shall we waste the Bats boss?
Riddler: How thick are you? I shot Grandpa fifteen years ago! How long has the Bat been around? But you can dispose of them anyway. Riddle me this …Whose dead now Gramps?
*McIvor’s eyes widen in fear as the Riddler’s thugs open fire. The Riddler’s mouth forms into a sly smile as he faces the camera once more.
Riddler: What do you think couch potatoes? Who am I really after? A father and son? A Whole family? Lovers? Or a man and his ward? Only The Riddler knows the answer!
: Inside the darkened Batcave a pale Bruce Wayne looks on at the screen in disgust as he changes into his true identity- The Batman. Alfred Pennyworth stands next to him.
Batman: He’s made a few lucky guesses. That’s all.
Alfred: Granted sir, but he seems confident…
Batman: I always thought of Edward Nigma as a second rate crook with a gimmick.
Alfred: never underestimate ones enemies Master Bruce. Self-confidence is one thing- self-delusion is another. The way he’s killing those people…
Batman: I came back from visiting Metropolis as soon as I heard…The Peregrinator Club…I remember one of it’s founders told me he couldn’t wait to bring his son there for his first Club-Christmas…things changed…
Alfred: Be strong as you always are sir. I cannot get in touch with Masters Dick or Timothy…
Batman: its Christmas…let them enjoy it.
*A frown spreads across his face as Batman jumps into the Batmobile and speeds out of the cave.
Alfred: I hate it when he’s in a bloody mood.
: Back at The Peregrinator Club-. Outside a dark figure fires a grappling hook and ascends to the top of the building. James Gordon and the police look on in admiration. Inside The Riddler and his thugs wait.
Riddler: He’s taking his sweet time. Riddle me this Jackie Stewart of Channel 5 - How do you remove bloodstains?
*The Riddler grabs Jackie the reporter and pulls a revolver. In the shadows of the stage someone else lurks.
Batman: Let her go!
Riddler: That’s original! Gentlemen! Blast him!
*Three of Riddler’s thugs open fire as The Riddler, the “policeman” and three other thugs make a run for it with Jackie as a hostage. Batman takes down the thugs with ease and runs after Riddler. He finds himself on the roof of the building. The Riddler laughs joyfully but he is nowhere to be seen. Batman walks with caution.
Riddler’s Voice: Hey Riddle Diddle- Time for a Riddle!
*One thug lunges at Batman but a Bata rang knock him out cold.
Riddler’s Voice: When you don’t know what I am- I am something…
*The second thug opens fire on Batman but is knocked out cold.
Riddler’s Voice: But when you know what I am- I am nothing.
A thug strikes Batman from behind. Batman throws him against the wall and with one blow subdues him.
Riddler’s Voice: What am I?
Batman: A Riddle!
Riddler’s Voice: Bravo! And that’s what you were to me Batman- A Riddle!
Batman: were?
Riddler’s Voice: Oh yes Mr Wayne!
Batman: my god…
Riddler’s Voice: You see Batman for years I’ve tried to puzzle you and in doing so like most of Gotham’s underworld I fell into predictability. I assure you though- mine was deliberate.
Batman: Show yourself
Riddler’s Voice: Over the top plans that will obviously end up with me back in Arkham Asylum, corny riddles and games kept you preoccupied while I could think. Tonight I revealed only a few half grains of my knowledge to Gotham. I’ve been playing with you for years!
Batman: show yourself
Riddler’s Voice: Predictability fooled you while I uncovered every detail of your life. It took me years but a cunning mind never quits… The Peregrinator Club had strong links with your father Thomas Wayne so I knew it would touch a nerve and bring you to me.
Batman: Show yourself
Riddler’s Voice: Let’s face it that playboy face was a tad phoney and if one stops to check your chin matches up so perfectly. While your parents forced absence formed you my parents forced presence formed me. They had no time for little Edward and his crosswords. With such punishments they forced me never to tell lies and Riddles I learned could conceal the truth just as well. You see this is just a small bit of me and you know really nothing about my life. But I know what you are Bruce Wayne and now you are nothing!
Batman: SHOW YOURSELF!!!!
Riddler’s Voice: You never thought I was capable of it did you Bruce? Killing? Proper thought? I solve all puzzles! I guess the next big secret is will I tell anyone?
Batman: WHERE ARE YOU?
Riddler’s Voice: Riddle me this- what has six sides and talks?
*Batman follows the sound of Riddler’s voice till he finds a small black box.
Riddler’s Voice: A chatterbox!
*Batman stops down on the box- breaking it as Riddler laughs.
: Outside The Peregrinator Club a black car waits silently as snow falls- The driver is the “policeman” as The Riddler sits in the backseat with a bound and gagged Jackie. They drive off slowly as The Riddler whispers…
Riddler: Merry Christmas Edward…
The END???
youtube.com/watch?v=HoQHMawAYlM)
But for now where is the script I wrote one afternoon.
Guess who?
By Scott Alexander
: To the famous and fortunate of Gotham City, no holiday season would be complete without a trip to the Peregrinator Club. Originally established as a gathering place for gentlemen adventurers, The Peregrinator is clearly a throwback to another area from the decaying city that surrounds it. Inside the grand building, fathers and sons from Gotham’s elite gather in the dining room. As the many groups sit individually at their tables they gaze in wonder at the stage in front of them. The annual Christmas show is about to commence and who better to start things off the Santa Clause himself.
*Santa walks forward onto the stage- his mouth opens but his words are lost as his eyes widen as he quickly falls forwards- a golden spear sticks out from his spine. There are screams of fear from the crowd as a not so jolly man in green steps forward. With a large group of thugs behind holding an array of weapons, the man pulls the spear out of Santa with ease and twirls it as his cane. A sinister smile spreads across his face- this is the Riddler.
Riddler: Who has been naughty? Who has been nice? That’s what I love about Christmas! So many maddening questions!
Rich man 1: The Riddler!
Rich man 2: Call the police!
*The Riddler pulls a revolver and shoots the first man.
Riddler: My finger slipped…
Rich man 2: You’re a monster!
Riddler: Someone finally notices? Fascinating! As for calling the police…allow me
*The Riddler pulls out a cell phone and dials
Riddler: Commissioner James Gordon…Guess who?
: Moments later police cars surround The Peregrinator. A Gotham News crew stand next to James Gordon at the scene.
Jackie: Hello I’m Jackie Stewart with Channel 5. We’re at the scene where dangerous criminal Edward Nigma aka The Riddler has taken hold of the famous Peregrinator club of North Gotham. I’m joined at the scene by Police Commissioner James Gordon, Commissioner what is the situation?
Gordon: There are about 30 hostages and other than that I don’t know. Usually the psycho gives us a number of insane puzzles to solve but tonight…Sorry but I think its best you clear the area. I have to be with my men.
*Gordon runs off towards the Peregrinator where the rest of the cops are staked out.
Jackie: That was Commissioner Gordon of the…
*Another policeman walks into view, a gun in one hand and a slight smile on his face. He points it at Jackie.
“Policeman”: I think you’d better come with me.
: The TV signal cuts out as Jackie begins to scream.
: We return to the dining room of the Peregrinator club where the Riddler has already made himself comfortable in a large chair overlooking the crowd. His face beams with delight as he sees the “policeman” escorting Jackie and a cameraman towards him.
Riddler: Ah the media has arrived! Now the game can finally begin!
Jackie: I refuse to play along
Riddler: I’m afraid you and your friend have no choice dear. Life’s one big game and I suggest you play it or loose it!
Jackie: Roll the camera
Riddler: That’s the Christmas spirit! Seasons Greetings Gotham City! For years now I have been plaguing your tiny minds with questions but there is one question I have not provided- tonight I shall expose the identity of the greatest mystery of all! The Batman!
Jackie: That’s insanely stupid! How do you even know Batman is even here?
Riddler: Hmm they must have hired you for your looks…
*The Riddler wacks Jackie over the head with his cane sending her to the ground. He faces the camera with a smile.
Riddler: Think TV monkeys! Think! Examine the facts as I do…one he’s relatively young, someplace between lets say twenty-eight and forty. Two he’s got money, or is bankrolled but someone who does. Let’s face it those Batmoblies don’t come cheap do they? Three if he’s rich than it also means he has strong connections with this club and more importantly possibly in this room right now and four there’s Robin, is he our mystery man’s son? Brother? Boyfriend? Third cousin twice removed? What ever you choose I know he has a familiar link to our dear winged avenger. Lets meet my guests shall we?
*The Riddler jumps down the stage near the tables of guests.
Riddler: You! Graham Knowland!
*The Riddler flicks his cane in the direction of a handsome man and his son. Sitting in the front row.
Riddler: Your multimillion-dollar computer firm has donated a fortune to the victims of violent crimes. You and your son are also world-class gymnasts. You to might very well be Batman and Robin.
Graham: I don’t know what you are talking about! Just leave my son alone!
*An elderly man in a wheel chair begins to laugh; three strong men surround him. Two of them twins, the other just a kid.
Riddler: Quit your snivelling Gramps! I’m just warming up! If it isn’t the proud and stupid McIvor Clan! With his twin grandsons Alex and Jake along with their baby brother Michael.
*Riddler walks forward towards McIvor.
Riddler: How about it Gramps? As founder of McIvor Technologies you could easily have whipped up the Batmobile and all those nasty toys Batman uses.
McIvor: If I could get out of this chair I’d shove that cane up your smug…
Riddler: Ah! But you can’t get out of that chair can you old man? Not since that terrible day fifteen years ago when a young criminal broke into your factory, put a bullet through your spine and killed your son and his wife leaving these poor kids orphans. Now who would so such a thing? Oh that’s right…me!
McIvor: You’re dead you bastard!
Riddler: Really? That doesn’t ring as true to me as your motive and money to start a whole Batman Dynasty! You see folks! Grandpa is the mastermind; the twins switch off as Batman while the youngster learns the ropes as Robin! It’s obvious!
“Policeman”: Shall we waste the Bats boss?
Riddler: How thick are you? I shot Grandpa fifteen years ago! How long has the Bat been around? But you can dispose of them anyway. Riddle me this …Whose dead now Gramps?
*McIvor’s eyes widen in fear as the Riddler’s thugs open fire. The Riddler’s mouth forms into a sly smile as he faces the camera once more.
Riddler: What do you think couch potatoes? Who am I really after? A father and son? A Whole family? Lovers? Or a man and his ward? Only The Riddler knows the answer!
: Inside the darkened Batcave a pale Bruce Wayne looks on at the screen in disgust as he changes into his true identity- The Batman. Alfred Pennyworth stands next to him.
Batman: He’s made a few lucky guesses. That’s all.
Alfred: Granted sir, but he seems confident…
Batman: I always thought of Edward Nigma as a second rate crook with a gimmick.
Alfred: never underestimate ones enemies Master Bruce. Self-confidence is one thing- self-delusion is another. The way he’s killing those people…
Batman: I came back from visiting Metropolis as soon as I heard…The Peregrinator Club…I remember one of it’s founders told me he couldn’t wait to bring his son there for his first Club-Christmas…things changed…
Alfred: Be strong as you always are sir. I cannot get in touch with Masters Dick or Timothy…
Batman: its Christmas…let them enjoy it.
*A frown spreads across his face as Batman jumps into the Batmobile and speeds out of the cave.
Alfred: I hate it when he’s in a bloody mood.
: Back at The Peregrinator Club-. Outside a dark figure fires a grappling hook and ascends to the top of the building. James Gordon and the police look on in admiration. Inside The Riddler and his thugs wait.
Riddler: He’s taking his sweet time. Riddle me this Jackie Stewart of Channel 5 - How do you remove bloodstains?
*The Riddler grabs Jackie the reporter and pulls a revolver. In the shadows of the stage someone else lurks.
Batman: Let her go!
Riddler: That’s original! Gentlemen! Blast him!
*Three of Riddler’s thugs open fire as The Riddler, the “policeman” and three other thugs make a run for it with Jackie as a hostage. Batman takes down the thugs with ease and runs after Riddler. He finds himself on the roof of the building. The Riddler laughs joyfully but he is nowhere to be seen. Batman walks with caution.
Riddler’s Voice: Hey Riddle Diddle- Time for a Riddle!
*One thug lunges at Batman but a Bata rang knock him out cold.
Riddler’s Voice: When you don’t know what I am- I am something…
*The second thug opens fire on Batman but is knocked out cold.
Riddler’s Voice: But when you know what I am- I am nothing.
A thug strikes Batman from behind. Batman throws him against the wall and with one blow subdues him.
Riddler’s Voice: What am I?
Batman: A Riddle!
Riddler’s Voice: Bravo! And that’s what you were to me Batman- A Riddle!
Batman: were?
Riddler’s Voice: Oh yes Mr Wayne!
Batman: my god…
Riddler’s Voice: You see Batman for years I’ve tried to puzzle you and in doing so like most of Gotham’s underworld I fell into predictability. I assure you though- mine was deliberate.
Batman: Show yourself
Riddler’s Voice: Over the top plans that will obviously end up with me back in Arkham Asylum, corny riddles and games kept you preoccupied while I could think. Tonight I revealed only a few half grains of my knowledge to Gotham. I’ve been playing with you for years!
Batman: show yourself
Riddler’s Voice: Predictability fooled you while I uncovered every detail of your life. It took me years but a cunning mind never quits… The Peregrinator Club had strong links with your father Thomas Wayne so I knew it would touch a nerve and bring you to me.
Batman: Show yourself
Riddler’s Voice: Let’s face it that playboy face was a tad phoney and if one stops to check your chin matches up so perfectly. While your parents forced absence formed you my parents forced presence formed me. They had no time for little Edward and his crosswords. With such punishments they forced me never to tell lies and Riddles I learned could conceal the truth just as well. You see this is just a small bit of me and you know really nothing about my life. But I know what you are Bruce Wayne and now you are nothing!
Batman: SHOW YOURSELF!!!!
Riddler’s Voice: You never thought I was capable of it did you Bruce? Killing? Proper thought? I solve all puzzles! I guess the next big secret is will I tell anyone?
Batman: WHERE ARE YOU?
Riddler’s Voice: Riddle me this- what has six sides and talks?
*Batman follows the sound of Riddler’s voice till he finds a small black box.
Riddler’s Voice: A chatterbox!
*Batman stops down on the box- breaking it as Riddler laughs.
: Outside The Peregrinator Club a black car waits silently as snow falls- The driver is the “policeman” as The Riddler sits in the backseat with a bound and gagged Jackie. They drive off slowly as The Riddler whispers…
Riddler: Merry Christmas Edward…
The END???