#BlogBattle 24 “Troop” Entries & Voting

#BlogBattle 24 Story Theme: Troop

(basic rules at the bottom of the post)

Look for everyone’s stories using #BlogBattle on Twitter, too! Wednesday, the poll gets added. Be sure to read them all. All the links will open in a new window so that you can easily navigate back to this list.

RULES for VOTING: Anyone can vote as long as you’ve read ALL the stories for this week by 10 PM PDT, SUNDAY. Vote for your TOP 3 favorites. Winner announced on Monday! (With as many great stories as get submitted, I think we all need just a little more time to read them and vote!)

Comedy:

Elite Troop 509 by Karl @ Ssenlrak

Living the Star Wars Dream by Blonde(Lucy)WriteMore

Fantasy:

*** Opportunities by David @ SonWorshiper

Waiting by PhoenixGrey85

Going Under by E. Rawls

One at a Time, Please by Lauren Gunter

Inspirational:

Problems with Paratroops by Andrew @ Blessed are the Pure in Heart

Golaso by Kristin @ Pursuit of a New Adventure

Super Trooper Breakfast by Orana Velarde

Mystery/Crime:

Of a Brother’s Keeper by Beaton M @ Becoming the Muse (Of Possible Body Snatchers, too!)

Romance:

Science Fiction:

Much Needed Repairs by Claire Banschbach

Oasis of Mars: Final Troop by Rachael Ritchey

Action/Thriller/Suspense:

The Resistance by Sarah Brentyn @ Lemon Shark Reef

Western:

PS If I’m missing your story, just leave me a comment to let me know!

Anyone, regardless of participation, who reads ALL the stories for the week may vote.

PLEASE VOTE for your top THREE favorites (not all for the same, though!).

Vote by 10 PM PST on Sunday so I can announce the winner on Monday Thank you so much. I enjoy our weekly stories a great deal, and I hope you do, too!

Rules:

1000 words max
fictional tale (or true if you really want)
PG (no more than PG-13) Content – let’s keep this family friendly!
Your story must contain the word(s) from the theme and/or be centered around the theme in a way that shows it is clearly related
Go for the entertainment value!
State the Genre of your story at the top of your post.
Post your story on Tuesday, by 11:59 PM PST
Use the hashtag #BlogBattle when tweeting your story, put a linkback to your #BlogBattle Short Story in the comments section of this page, and/orinclude a link to this page in your own blog post(it creates a “ping-back” which will alert me and our friends to your #BlogBattle post)
Have fun!

Each winner will receive this awesome #BlogBattle Winner Badge to display with their winning story on their webpage:

Rachael Ritchey

August 24, 2015

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59 responses to “#BlogBattle 24 “Troop” Entries & Voting”

phoenixgrey85

August 29, 2015 at 2:01 am

I noticed that other people seem to have put a genre on their posts this week. is that something we’re supposed to be doing now? Did I miss that somehow?

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1. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 29, 2015 at 9:48 am
  
  Yeah, i put a post up on Monday that talked a little about it. I am trying something new, but don’t worry, I already know where Layla and Winter go. 😉
  
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  1. phoenixgrey85
    
    August 29, 2015 at 10:33 am
    
    Ah. I missed that one. I’ll put the genre at the top of my next post anyway. 🙂
    
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    1. Rachael Ritchey
      
      August 29, 2015 at 12:09 pm
      
      Sounds good to me. 🙂
      
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sonworshiper

August 27, 2015 at 4:48 am

Quick question. So we know “legumes” of some sort is the word for next week. Is there anything stopping us from starting our idea for the next story? I’ve jotted down some dialogue and quick details, but I didn’t know if this is supposed to be a “start when the new battle is announced” thing.

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1. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 27, 2015 at 7:35 am
  
  Great question! We only post on Tuesdays but you are welcome to start your story as soon as the next word comes available. Or there is the option I tend to go with: procrastination. 😉
  
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Carrie Ann

August 26, 2015 at 6:59 am

I sure hate that the Romance Genre is empty, you know that would have been my slot lol. I was so close to getting something together this week, but with school starting my time and my mind are occupied by that. Hope to be back at it next week…but what the heck are legumes? 🙂 Hope I can at least get to read the stories this week, missed out on that last week :(.

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1. Andrew Budek-Schmeisser
  
  August 26, 2015 at 7:09 am
  
  A legume is a perfume specifically designed for the feet…isn’t it?
  
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  1. Lauren
    
    August 26, 2015 at 7:24 am
    
    Err, actually I believe it’s a type of bean. Peanuts, peas, etc. 🙂
    
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    1. Andrew Budek-Schmeisser
      
      August 26, 2015 at 7:30 am
      
      Oops.
      
      Well, my wife doesn’t call me Mongo the Magnificent without reason…
      
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      1. Lauren
        
        August 26, 2015 at 9:08 am
        
        Who’da thought there’d be so many puns around here?!? XD
        
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        Rachael Ritchey
        
        August 26, 2015 at 9:17 am
        
        Puns make the world go round. They are a common language of nerdery. 😉
        
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    2. Rachael Ritchey
      
      August 26, 2015 at 8:56 am
      
      Haha This conversation makes the word all worth it. 🙂
      
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  2. Rachael Ritchey
    
    August 26, 2015 at 8:55 am
    
    LOL Andrew!
    
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2. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 26, 2015 at 8:53 am
  
  I hoped you’d give us a Romance this week! 😉 That’s okay. We’re back to school next week. I’m not looking forward to it. Haha Legumes are basically pod plants…peas, beans, that sort of thing. Good luck! Ha
  
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Beaton

August 26, 2015 at 2:52 am

Hi I love the genre layout but I have to admit I struggle with cataloging. Is there a limit to the number of entries you can do I have a “cute” lil flashfiction inspired by the theme on my blog.

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1. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 26, 2015 at 8:51 am
  
  I understand. Many stories could fit under more than one genre category, so picking the most obvious one is all I’d like. It’s only one entry per week, but just let me know which you’d prefer to use since you posted both yesterday. 🙂
  
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  1. Beaton
    
    August 26, 2015 at 8:56 am
    
    cool 🙂
    and will go with the one already up there haha the other was more me having fun with ants
    
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    1. Rachael Ritchey
      
      August 26, 2015 at 8:59 am
      
      🙂 I can list it next to your other one so people know it’s related. 🙂
      
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      1. Beaton
        
        August 26, 2015 at 9:07 am
        
        that would rock 🙂
        
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One at a Time, Please – #BlogBattle Week Something or Other | making the novel a better place

August 25, 2015 at 11:31 pm

[…] time this week to work on a short story I’ve been trying to finish, and to actually get my #BlogBattle in on […]

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Andrew Budek-Schmeisser

August 25, 2015 at 9:39 pm

The Dude returns. What’s a genre?

http://blessed-are-the-pure-of-heart.blogspot.com/2015/08/problems-with-paratroops-blogbattle.html

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1. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 25, 2015 at 9:44 pm
  
  Like: Comedy, Inspirational, Mystery/Crime, Suspense/Thriller, Scifi, fantasy, romance, etc.
  
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  1. Andrew Budek-Schmeisser
    
    August 25, 2015 at 9:51 pm
    
    Oh…well, The Dude is his OWN genre, then, don’t you think?
    
    I have absolutely no idea what category these stories fit. Certainly not military fiction, definitely not suspense, and while it’s about a sort of love, I don’t think romance gives quite the right impression…
    
    Inspirational, I guess.That will have to do.
    
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    1. Rachael Ritchey
      
      August 25, 2015 at 9:52 pm
      
      That was my first thought, but wanted to check with you. I didn’t want to get to technical with genre categories, but I wanted to give the battle some kind of organization. We’ll see how it goes. I’m always inspired by your stories and yourself. ❤
      
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      1. Andrew Budek-Schmeisser
        
        August 25, 2015 at 10:02 pm
        
        Rachael, thank you so much…you may want to know that today was both trying and rather frightening. I was not sure I would make it to now, alive.
        
        I’ve rallied to give The Dude another story to tell; God gave me the strength, but I’m bleeding internally, and must get horizontal soon.
        
        You can speak for me on choice of genre anytime…and on other things, too. In our brief acquaintance, I have learned that you are a woman of honour. I trust you.
        
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        Rachael Ritchey
        
        August 25, 2015 at 10:05 pm
        
        Oh, Andrew! I think about you daily and I’m so thankful that our paths have crossed. You go get some rest. The Dude will forever live in my heart and mind. I feel incredibly blessed to have you a part of the battles and sharing these stories with us. ❤
        
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        Andrew Budek-Schmeisser
        
        August 25, 2015 at 10:08 pm
        
        I was waiting for your reply, Rachael; I am truly thankful as well.
        
        Now, to rest. I have a Pit Bull for my pillow.
        
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        Rachael Ritchey
        
        August 25, 2015 at 10:09 pm
        
        perfect pillow! 🙂
        
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        Andrew Budek-Schmeisser
        
        August 26, 2015 at 7:08 am
        
        Indeed, Yes!
        
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Candice

August 25, 2015 at 4:20 pm

I like what you are doing with separating the genres. Alas, I shall have to bow out this week. I got a little behind on other things today and need to play catch up. Not complaining. Everything happens for a reason! Cheers! 😀

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1. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 25, 2015 at 4:21 pm
  
  BOOOO! I cannot like this comment, Candice, but I shall continue to be a devoted fan of your work. ❤ I hope you get caught up and don't feel too overwhelmed! If you find the time throughout the week, make sure to read the stories and vote still. ❤
  
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  1. Candice
    
    August 25, 2015 at 4:29 pm
    
    Awww thank you. I have to finish another chapter and get some reading done that I should have done hours ago…sigh. I will definitely have something for Legumes. Curious word to use for creative inspiration.
    
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    1. Rachael Ritchey
      
      August 25, 2015 at 4:31 pm
      
      I understand from the depths of my writer soul! 🙂 Isn’t it, though?
      
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      1. Candice
        
        August 25, 2015 at 5:33 pm
        
        LOL Yes it is. I wonder what people will come up with. Spaghetti proved to be a good one…but then food generally is. We all eat it :p
        
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        Rachael Ritchey
        
        August 25, 2015 at 5:37 pm
        
        LOL here come the fun puns again! ha!
        
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2. Beaton
  
  August 26, 2015 at 2:47 am
  
  You are not in this week and Nooooooooo he dies????
  ~B
  
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  1. Candice
    
    August 26, 2015 at 7:05 am
    
    I will be back next week! And are you asking about Doro? Hmmmm
    
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    1. Beaton
      
      August 26, 2015 at 7:20 am
      
      see you next week ^_^
      obviously 🙂
      
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      1. Candice
        
        August 26, 2015 at 10:17 am
        
        I will be reading everyone else stories so I will be present that way. 🙂
        
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        Rachael Ritchey
        
        August 26, 2015 at 10:20 am
        
        ❤
        
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        Beaton
        
        August 26, 2015 at 10:44 am
        
        why you let me get attached to Doro though why????
        
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        Candice
        
        August 26, 2015 at 11:01 am
        
        …you remind me of my dear friend Lisa who felt the same way and all I could think is Doro was a super villain he tormented his children lol. I for one celebrated his demise. I hope that doesn’t prevent you from reading on.
        
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        Rachael Ritchey
        
        August 26, 2015 at 11:06 am
        
        😀 She has a way with words.
        
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Sarah Brentyn

August 25, 2015 at 3:27 pm

Not quite the 11th hour, but close. You almost got me. I love a challenge but I didn’t think I’d be writing this one. Couldn’t think of anything then this hit me. I love the idea, not sure about the execution. Har.

https://sarahbrentynflash.wordpress.com/2015/08/25/the-resistance/

Sorry… Still unsure where to post the link. This page? The main page?

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1. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 25, 2015 at 3:31 pm
  
  You’re good here. I actually get a “pingback” automatically when you put a link to my blog on your post. It works most of the time. It’s rare when I don’t get the pingback. Looking forward to reading! 🙂
  
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2. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 25, 2015 at 3:32 pm
  
  Did you decide on a genre for your story?
  
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3. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 25, 2015 at 3:33 pm
  
  Can I call it suspense/thriller? hehe
  
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  1. Sarah Brentyn
    
    August 25, 2015 at 3:35 pm
    
    Please do. 🙂
    
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    1. Rachael Ritchey
      
      August 25, 2015 at 3:36 pm
      
      Perfect! 🙂 Loved it, btw!
      
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      1. Sarah Brentyn
        
        August 25, 2015 at 3:37 pm
        
        Thanks. And thank you for the challenge.
        
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        Rachael Ritchey
        
        August 25, 2015 at 3:43 pm
        
        Pleasure! Next week, be on the look our for LEGUMES! For now, happy reading. 🙂
        
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The Resistance | Lemon Shark Reef

August 25, 2015 at 3:25 pm

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Going Under #MadnesSolver | Rawls E. Fantasy

August 25, 2015 at 11:56 am

[…] is my entry for this week’s #BlogBattle challenge by the wonderful author Rachael Ritchey, where the challenge is to write a short story based […]

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pursuitofanewadventure

August 25, 2015 at 10:48 am

Hi Rachael, here’s mine: https://pursuitofanewadventure.wordpress.com/2015/08/25/golaso/

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sonworshiper

August 25, 2015 at 6:07 am

I put up a fantasy entry here: https://sonworshiper.wordpress.com/2015/08/25/opportunities/
It’s my first time participating, and I enjoyed the opportunity (hehe no pun intended).
Not sure what you meant by a blurb for a “battler page” though.

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1. Rachael Ritchey
  
  August 25, 2015 at 9:16 am
  
  Welcome to the battle! 🙂 We are happy to have you. I’ll be adding your story to the entries post in a little while, and I’ll also be making you your very own “Battler Page” that will list links to all your Blog Battle stories. I’d like to add a short few sentences to it, introducing you to whoever happens to look at it. 🙂
  
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Opportunities | SonWorshiper

August 25, 2015 at 6:05 am

[…] a fantasy entry for Rachael Ritchey’s weekly Blog Battle, this time centered on the word, “troop.” Anyone who is willing to read all the short […]

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Of a brother’s keeper | becoming the muse

August 25, 2015 at 4:24 am

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