PyroKinesis Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Reading the past couple pages, it seems like some of you will be contemplating suicide if this coaster isn't what you want it to be. Not the right attitude to have. Sit back, watch the construction, enjoy the ride. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aj74205 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 The Ballad of The Beasts I decided to post something perhaps tangentially interesting at the risk of being slightly off-topic (given the ebbs and flows of this thread I think I'll be in the clear).So, a friend texted me asking to be told a story, and this is what happened:Once upon a time there was a land of Kings and it bustled with activity, there was all manner and sort of pleasurable pursuit in the Kings' stronghold. There were amusements of all variety, the most famous rising above the timberline and delving into the forest, a Beast of legend and lore. He'd been tamed, you see, and the Kings and their courts would ride upon the back of this mighty, massive creature to their heart's content. One particularly drab day, the Kings and all their men came to know the true gender of their Beast, for it was with child. The Son of Beast was to be born, and each King wagered as to what it would be like - larger, smaller, thinner, taller...but all agreed they'd come upon a great fortune for they could shape the future of this Beast from youth (and perhaps more accurately discern its gender). When alas he came to maturity, indeed he was an impressive behemoth. Much taller than his mother, Son of Beast was also more wily and wild, possessing a certain savagery not even his wild-born mother could equal - but still for many years he gave rides upon his back and Kings Island fared well. On an especially bright, beautiful day some of the court jesters and wenches decided they'd mosey over to Son of Beast and take in a view of the forest from his back. Their laughter and revelry carried across the treetops all up until Son of Beast gave a jerk and a lurch and tossed all the jesters and wenches from his back. Not satisfied with his work, Son of Beast proceeded to tear them all limb from limb, and each was eaten before the rest of the court could even respond. A battle ensued, and the combined powers of all Kings looked to be overwhelmed by a pure carnal fury. At last, a sorcerer came forth with a plan - if Son of Beast could not be killed, it would be lulled into a magical slumber. An attack was planned and as battle raged the sorcerer cast his spell. Success! Son of Beast was confined to a deep sleep, and slowly things began to return to normal. No one knows why, but for a time Son of Beast was not slain. Perhaps it was due to concern that his mother would become unstable if her son were killed. Finally, and after many moons of deliberation, the time for a decision came. Son of a Beast would be lain to rest - the destruction and horror it had caused meant it was beyond saving. The sorcerer abruptly made it so, and with a disturbing quickness Son of Beast was no more. Now, though, the Kings and their respective courts yearn for a successor. They dare not seek another primal being, so this new beast is being forged in secrecy, made by the fist of man from enchanted earthen metals. Nearby blacksmiths toil day and night to bring the metal beast to life, but they do so covertly - no one in the courts must know what awaits until the Kings themselves speak. Of course the fools and commoners rant and bicker over what new monstrosity may arise in the forest Son of Beast once called home, but whatever it may be, Kings Island will likely ne'er be the same. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MantisMan Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Reading the past couple pages, it seems like some of you will be contemplating suicide if this coaster isn't what you want it to be. Not the right attitude to have. Sit back, watch the construction, enjoy the ride. OMG.....CX??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoungStud Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 That drop takes the fun out of it. I would like a straight drop. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkroz Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Riders on Alpengeist rarely seem to think so... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merthecat Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 That drop looks cool to me. Mer, who about passed out with excitement when he heard the announcement date. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I love those type of drops 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoungStud Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 You rather have a gradual drop that takes forever compared to a drop like millennium force, El toro, I305? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted August 1, 2013 Author Share Posted August 1, 2013 That drop looks very forceful. I hope it's something like that. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 You rather have a gradual drop that takes forever compared to a drop like millennium force, El toro, I305? I can have my own opinion. And I love all drops, I just happen to like that one in particular Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE_BEASTmaster Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Love Alpengiest. One of my favorite inverted coasters. Like everyone said, the drop is awesome. You are flying down that at a good speed. I agree with Boddah, I hope the drop is similar to Alpengiest. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdawg1998 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 OK, seriously, what if it's NOT an inverted coaster? So many of you are hooked onto this idea that when it's not you'll be disappointed. I'm not saying I'm sure it's not inverted, but if it isn't, well... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted August 1, 2013 Author Share Posted August 1, 2013 OK, seriously, what if it's NOT an inverted coaster? So many of you are hooked onto this idea that when it's not you'll be disappointed. I'm not saying I'm sure it's not inverted, but if it isn't, well... Remember when everyone was SO SURE that it was going to be a B&M Giga? Whatever it is, I'm sure it'll be worth the anticipation. 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill_Biscuit Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I'm lovin' how this thread is starting to wax poetic! There's dirt and new footers behind yonder fence, Doth thrill-thirsty thousands wot what's coming hence? A cheer of enraptured fans gather and bellow, Upon revelation from one well-dressed fellow! Everyone dance when you hear the good news, Of this thing which will knock you right out of your shoes! Where once stood that slumbering mess of a ride, Will now stand a legend 'twill fill us with pride! So go on and dream of your best guess and fancy, A diver? A twister? Diversion or Banshee? 'Tis but a few days, and then we will know, And then do it again, in a decade or so. 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PyroKinesis Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 OMG.....CX??? Haha, what the heck are you doing here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outlawbud Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Maybe a silly question, but why would Cedar Fair pay money to file an actual trademark for the name Banshee. I realize they have money to burn, but would they go to that extreme to confuse people? As with Mustang before Diamonback, did they file a TM for Mustang to add to that confusion? I'd have to look at the TM history to know. But just a thought. Seems pretty silly to go to all that trouble of hiring attorneys to file a TM registration and not even use that name at all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MantisMan Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Haha, what the heck are you doing here? KI is my home park (sort of). Long time lurker but decided to sign up to keep better track of this thread. Lulz....it's a small world on the interwebz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 StratoSoar? Trademark registered. Relinquished. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aj74205 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 That drop takes the fun out of it. [Alpengeist image redacted] I would like a straight drop. I think a straight drop would be more likely now that B&M seem to no longer be doing pre-drops. Remember, though, it will only be so steep (60-70° would be nice but unlikely) because inverted coasters do not articulate well over tight concave lengths of track. That being said, looking at the site a very 'twisty' drop is likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGnarlyGnome Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Parks will go to great lengths if they are making a huge investment to market that investment. If filing a trademark creates surprise for even the enthusiasts, it might just fit into the marketing budget. In my opinion. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outlawbud Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 True. Not sure if that was part of the patent dispute they had going on over that potential ride and maybe they lost the naming rights too. It was just a thought. I work in the IP department of a large company and I've seen stranger things! Just something I thought of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outlawbud Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 So true @thegnarlygnome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Diversion talk over? Uh. No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outlawbud Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Of course they also filed a TM for "Amusement Dark" but who knows if that has anything to do with KI or another park? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel_SoB_fan Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Amusement dark could be for Cedar Point new attraction next year. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I547 using Tapatalk 4 Beta 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Addict Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Sweet I don't have to rush from work on the 10th. CoasterForce will have live coverage on facebook, and twitter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loginmike Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 ^Dang beat me. But here is the invite received by the Enquirer posted to this thread for everyone: Thanks for the reply Don. I thought it was a cover up sticker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Addict Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Haha, what the heck are you doing here? KI is my home park (sort of). Long time lurker but decided to sign up to keep better track of this thread. Lulz....it's a small world on the interwebz. What are you hoping the attraction will be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI-ORIG-EMP Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Fox19 has their news broadcast at 10PM, so would it be possible they might broadcast the announcement as "breaking news" live on their news broadcast? They can then claim to be first to broadcast the big news out of Kings Island ahead of all the other TV stations. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Addict Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Fox19 has their news broadcast at 10PM, so would it be possible they might broadcast the announcement as "breaking news" live on their news broadcast? They can then claim to be first to broadcast the big news out of Kings Island ahead of all the other TV stations. Hmm, Maybe I will send them an email. their ratings would be through the roof if they did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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