BB1 Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Well one could only guess, but the big "Tin Box" will still linger at that place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuskin Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 At the top of the "wall" in front of the riders, there were devices which could produce real sparks. From what I remember, I believe they went off as your Gondola raised up. There were sound effects that made it sound like the vehicle you were on was creaking badly and then sound effects of slight explosions that coincided with the sparks being dropped from the top of the ride room. It was pretty neat. The wall also had two shades of flourescent paint. When the goddess was "happy" at the start of the show, certain lights kicked on and illuminated only certain flourescent colors. When she went crazy and got "mad," the other lights came on and highlighted the other group of colors. It gave the effect of the wall coming alive and the goddess changing expressions. Correct me if I am wrong Gordon, but didn't the pyro also come on and fall to the floor at the end of the ride as well? It has been quite a long time since any of us have rode Tomb Raider with all the effects working, but I, for some reason, have this nagging feeling that the spark pyro did come on a second time as the ride was finishing its cycle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PREMiERdrum Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 At the top of the "wall" in front of the riders, there were devices which could produce real sparks. From what I remember, I believe they went off as your Gondola raised up. There were sound effects that made it sound like the vehicle you were on was creaking badly and then sound effects of slight explosions that coincided with the sparks being dropped from the top of the ride room. It was pretty neat. The wall also had two shades of flourescent paint. When the goddess was "happy" at the start of the show, certain lights kicked on and illuminated only certain flourescent colors. When she went crazy and got "mad," the other lights came on and highlighted the other group of colors. It gave the effect of the wall coming alive and the goddess changing expressions. Correct me if I am wrong Gordon, but didn't the pyro also come on and fall to the floor at the end of the ride as well? It has been quite a long time since any of us have rode Tomb Raider with all the effects working, but I, for some reason, have this nagging feeling that the spark pyro did come on a second time as the ride was finishing its cycle. I remember this as well, a sort of punctuation to the orchestral "pop" at the end of the ride. This triggered a blackout as the gondola parked itself, before the dim load/unload lights slowly came back up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xXcuddle.muffinXx Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 In my opinion, I think they should do away with the Crypt. It's not worth the long standing in line to just sit there and spin. You could do that on other rides. Tomb Raider was and still is better then what the Crypt will ever be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TombraiderTy Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 ^Psst, read the thread 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamondbacker Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 I literally just did a facepalm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiocolts Posted April 14, 2012 Share Posted April 14, 2012 I've been looking on the Diamondback webcam, and on it the Crypt's entrance and "big ugly box" are visible. It's hard to see any entrance detail or anything, either do to the camera quality or the rain. I wonder what they are going to do to the entrance, or if they've already done something, because in 2 weeks there open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsrattler Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 ^ Well it has already been announced that the ride is going to be used for a Halloween Haunt attraction this fall (subject to change of course) so my guess is that nothing will be done with it, except maybe the removal of the "The Crypt" sign out front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTD-120-420 Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 And maybe a sign that promotes the new haunt attraction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdawg1998 Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 The Halloween Haunt attraction could be named "The Crypt"...wasn't there one named that earlier in Fear Fest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamondbacker Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 I think that whatever happens inside of the tin box during Halloween Haunt, it won't be standing for much longer. Maybe a new attraction will take its place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiocolts Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 It was named Curse of The Crypt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TromaKing Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Please not another vampire themed haunt. They already have Club Ho errrrrrrrrrrr Blood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastfan11 Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 It was named Curse of The Crypt. This would be fitting. The Crypt, quite cursed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 The Halloween Haunt attraction could be named "The Crypt"...wasn't there one named that earlier in Fear Fest? That was probaly my fav. haunt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
venom Posted April 22, 2012 Share Posted April 22, 2012 Well, I guess I'm a little late on this, but The Crypt is OFFICIALLY DONE! It's not on the website anymore (like Son of Beast) and I'm pretty sure they announced it on Twitter. Yes, I know I'm late on the topic, but that's my two cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted April 22, 2012 Share Posted April 22, 2012 Well, I guess I'm a little late on this, but The Crypt is OFFICIALLY DONE! It's not on the website anymore (like Son of Beast) and I'm pretty sure they announced it on Twitter. Yes, I know I'm late on the topic, but that's my two cents. Or, you could try actually reading the thread before you post. Honestly. And welcome. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsipus13 Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 I rode the crypt once... and only once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTCO Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 I rode The Crypt once, then I got a new cat. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillsberry123 Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 In my opinion, best case scenario is that the Crypt gets removed and replaced with a small ride that suites the area. Rivertown has one attraction towering over the midway, I don't think another one is necessary. The Crypt didn't match the area. Hopefully whatever gets placed there won't result in any trees getting removed either. A Screamin' Swing would be neat if the color scheme wasn't extremely eye jarring. However, I like a lot of people, see an empty building sitting there for years to come. Top of my wanted list though: Don't abuse Rivertown anymore. It's my favorite area of any amusement park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIBOB Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 Obviously, there are a vast array of possibilities, but I'm going to go out on a limb and analyze the situation. First, the park removed the faultering Giant Top Spin from the inside of the building (which looks as though it would not be an easy task whatsoever). It looks as though the building has been unscaved in the process. Second, just as the first, the building is still there. There is a possibility that the powers at hand could have decided that A: The cost of removing the building would be too great for this year, or B: There may not have been enough time before the start of the season to remove the building. However, the fact that the park still plans on utilizing the building for a haunt attraction tells me that the building may possibly be around for a while. The haunt attraction may even be a sort of "placeholder". Third, the park decided to pull the plug on the final incarnation of the ride just as Mr. Ouimet took over as CEO. With a greater emphasis on providing a "best day of the year" for park guests, as well as an increased emphasis on the park's atmosphere, quality, and family fun, perhaps plans are in the works for a future family-friendly dark ride to go inside of that building; one that fits the theme of the area. Again, I'm just listing a single possible scenario out of a dozen. So, in my opinion, I believe that the crypt's building would provide a prime opportunity for Cedar Fair to implement a new family-friendly dark ride. There is the possibility that the building could be demolished, and another ride put in its place, but whatever ride it is, I'd be willing to bet that it's a family attraction. Take it as you wish, but that building has the infrastructure, people management, and space which could make a great family attraction. Whatever they decide to do with that particular building, I, like Pillsberry, hope that they put a little more thought into making the area blend in. Just my 2 cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkroz Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 The park's official Twitter made note that the Crypt's ride building will provide a fantastic Haunt experience "for years to come." Could just be PR, but it sounds like their plans for that area aren't developed or won't be developed for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pagoda Gift Shop Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 Either way, it will be a fantastic storage warehouse I'm sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTD-120-420 Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I know a water ride was there before, but I believe a nicely themed Shoot The Rapids type ride would be perfect for that area. (Of course make sure it works!) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCrypt Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 Didn't want to dig up this thread, but I didn't want to make a new one just for this. Why (at least last year) were the red lights used to illuminate the lava pits fixed to face the gondola while it was in its homing state? (In other words, why were the red lights pointed to where the gondola was going back to its load/unload position). It seemed awkward for the lights to sporadically go off in such a relatively boring time, when the average park guests won't even turn their heads to look and say "Oh look at them purty red lights, Harold!" They could have been used to illuminate the "rock" when it backflipped. If the lights didn't serve any purpose, why have power supplied to them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB1 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 (edited) Theming and thrill , also on a side note has anyone thought that maybe the new haunt will be a ride will be in operation? (I have a feeling its wrong, one may only speculate on the subject!) BB1 who feels intolerent to his own knowledge! Edited June 10, 2012 by BB1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Bombay Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 ^Given that the park confirmed that the ride was removed... ..Then no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.S.Coasters Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 BB1 who feels intolerent to his own knowledge! The whole 3rd person thing at the end of pretty much every post has gotten extremely old... I wish you'd stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCrypt Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 ^Son of Beast is dead. I wish you would stop having "Bring back Son of Beast!" as your signature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titan Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 ^ So is the Crypt and Boomerang Bay 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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