Its power, which was beyond human
comprehension, cultivated dreams...
only time will tell how it ends....
What a novel idea--the idea of writing what so many have
wanted for years: A Chrono Trigger novel! If the immortal
novelization of the amazing storyline of Chrono Trigger is what you've
been waiting for, then you've come to the right place! Take a look at
what's going on in the Chrono Trigger Novel Project and learn how you
can be a part of it all!
3/22/09 -- The
Wait Continues Naturally, as discussions ensue with
Square-Enix about the fate of this project as we know it, updates and activity
are fairly sparse. The main thing that everyone is looking for is that
next big update, the answer to the question: will they say yes or no?
While that determination is being made, I've decided to start what will
hopefully be an interesting discussion in the CTNP Forum, which basically
focuses around one central question: Should the "unthinkable" happen, what do
you think the CTNP should do next? This is a project that has existed
in some capacity now for over 12 years and has positioned itself as a regular,
well-known part of the Chrono community. It is, in fact, the
longest standing project still maintaining an active status and following.
Therefore, I've decided that putting this question out there publically is an
entirely appropriate thing to do, regardless of what happens in the end.
For this, please refer to two locations in the forum: one for general discussion
and one for a poll (be sure to go to both).
1/12/09 --
Square-Enix Packets Sent! Finally, the presentation packets that I have
referred to for over a year now have been shipped to the offices of Square-Enix
in California and Japan. In fact, by the time most people see this update,
both packages will have already arrived. The packets are in full
representation of all that has been accomplished over the years in the CTNP,
detailing every noteworthy aspect about this project and the many intricacies of
the novel itself. I personally toiled for many hours to assemble what I
hope will bring light to a unique opportunity and a convincing case for this
business endeavor. The hopes, thoughts, and prayers of every fan out there
during this time when Square makes their decision are certainly coveted!
The packet itself
contained a master presentation document, cover letter, packet list, copy of
petitions to date, copy of beta reader survey forms, sample chapters 1-7, and
reading companions for each included chapter, all put together in professional
covers and nestled into a plastic document case. After some review of
these documents, I fully expect that representatives of Square-Enix will come to
visit our site. To those representatives and executives that stop in, thank you and welcome! Please take your time with
the packet and your decision. I will patiently await your response.
In the meantime, the
project continues with business as usual. Behind the scenes, future
chapter preparation and current chapter editing continues as we endeavor to
finalize the "first" book of this massive and amazing story. A
new poll has been added having to do with Frog's speech in the new Nintendo
DS version of the game. We have new
Fan Art from
MagusChild, both with themes featuring Magus and Zeal. Enjoy!
11/26/08 -- Chrono Trigger DS
Forum Log, Novel Progresses, and General Updates Though the site has been grossly under updated
(my apologies), the project itself remains in full swing. Behind the
scenes, progress is being made in the editing of chapters, and the packet for
Square-Enix will be completed and ready for finalization upon receipt of all
remaining "Beta Reader" surveys.
Our CTNP Forum continues
to maintain activity from several regulars, and we are currently open to any
fresh ideas for keeping up the interest of all who visit. One topic of
particular interest right now pertains to all of the differences between the
original SNES/PSX Chrono Trigger and the new Nintendo DS release.
Please take a few moments to check out this topic to post any differences that
you spot and also discuss ones already posted. Click
HERE to go there in a new window.
As a natural result of
the new CTDS release, many may be wondering if the Chrono Trigger Novel
will reflect the many changes in dialogue, names, new scenes, and otherwise.
The answer, of course, isn't black and white. While we are still gathering
notes about all of the differences (at least two Committee members are already
playing it), my sense so far is that some changes will be reflected while others
will not. Many changes to dialogue will probably be used, though the
game's dialogue is always subject to modification to better fit the flow of the
novel and accuracy with independent retranslations of the original Japanese
release. Familiarity with both versions will be kept as much as possible.
Other changes, such as the exclusion of the species designation "Mystic," will
not occur in the novel. All of this, of course, is subject to
Square-Enix's final wishes down the road.
Finally, a few general
updates have been made to the site, mostly in terms of fan submissions. We
have new Fan Art
and Fan Craft
submissions from MagusChild and Danny Poloskei, so please be sure to check out
new inclusions such as "A Night At Crono's House," "Crono Leaping into Battle,"
and a Janus fan art "trading card."
CT
Novelist
18588289
ctsite@hotmail.com
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