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Post by theillusiveman on Jan 25, 2021 23:52:47 GMT
I don’t believe this set is part of the monthly range replacement, for what it’s worth. So they may still be more conservative when they turn up. (I’d expect them in episodes, for example). As I understand it, the Monthly Range is to be replaced with the XDAs, which have already started for the 5th and 6th Doctors, creating some parity with the preexisting 1DAs, 3DAs, 4DAs and 8DAs (and upcoming 9DAs). Big Finish kinda sucks when it comes to sorting everything, but this set is classified as a 6DA, and is the second 6DA boxset, so for all intents and purposes this is 6DA 02. Interestingly they appear to be making the MR-replacement XDAs standalone themed sets, instead of simple collections ala the 1DAs/3DAs/4DAs or the miniseries approach of the 8DAs. And, bizarrely (concerningly?) I've heard no news of the 7DAs, which is odd because even though the MR isn't over, Colin Baker and Peter Davison have both had their ranges start. I think it’s due to McCoy not be able to do remote recording Both Davison and baker had their set ups long in advance
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Post by dorney on Jan 26, 2021 11:57:10 GMT
I don’t believe this set is part of the monthly range replacement, for what it’s worth. So they may still be more conservative when they turn up. (I’d expect them in episodes, for example). As I understand it, the Monthly Range is to be replaced with the XDAs, which have already started for the 5th and 6th Doctors, creating some parity with the preexisting 1DAs, 3DAs, 4DAs and 8DAs (and upcoming 9DAs). Big Finish kinda sucks when it comes to sorting everything, but this set is classified as a 6DA, and is the second 6DA boxset, so for all intents and purposes this is 6DA 02. Interestingly they appear to be making the MR-replacement XDAs standalone themed sets, instead of simple collections ala the 1DAs/3DAs/4DAs or the miniseries approach of the 8DAs. And, bizarrely (concerningly?) I've heard no news of the 7DAs, which is odd because even though the MR isn't over, Colin Baker and Peter Davison have both had their ranges start. I mean, it’s kind of more complicated than that. I can see that Wicked Sisters and The Eleven would be listed as 5DAs and 6DAs, but that doesn’t make them the replacements for the MR. They’re bonus runs and they owe just as much to Graceless and something like Master! as they do the MR. Basically I’d be wary of extrapolating too much from either about where things go from here.
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Post by ollychops on Jan 26, 2021 12:52:45 GMT
As I understand it, the Monthly Range is to be replaced with the XDAs, which have already started for the 5th and 6th Doctors, creating some parity with the preexisting 1DAs, 3DAs, 4DAs and 8DAs (and upcoming 9DAs). Big Finish kinda sucks when it comes to sorting everything, but this set is classified as a 6DA, and is the second 6DA boxset, so for all intents and purposes this is 6DA 02. Interestingly they appear to be making the MR-replacement XDAs standalone themed sets, instead of simple collections ala the 1DAs/3DAs/4DAs or the miniseries approach of the 8DAs. And, bizarrely (concerningly?) I've heard no news of the 7DAs, which is odd because even though the MR isn't over, Colin Baker and Peter Davison have both had their ranges start. I think it’s due to McCoy not be able to do remote recording Both Davison and baker had their set ups long in advance The Grey Man of the Mountain was recorded remotely in July 2020 so it seems Sylvester can record remotely...
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Post by theillusiveman on Jan 26, 2021 12:53:10 GMT
As I understand it, the Monthly Range is to be replaced with the XDAs, which have already started for the 5th and 6th Doctors, creating some parity with the preexisting 1DAs, 3DAs, 4DAs and 8DAs (and upcoming 9DAs). Big Finish kinda sucks when it comes to sorting everything, but this set is classified as a 6DA, and is the second 6DA boxset, so for all intents and purposes this is 6DA 02. Interestingly they appear to be making the MR-replacement XDAs standalone themed sets, instead of simple collections ala the 1DAs/3DAs/4DAs or the miniseries approach of the 8DAs. And, bizarrely (concerningly?) I've heard no news of the 7DAs, which is odd because even though the MR isn't over, Colin Baker and Peter Davison have both had their ranges start. I mean, it’s kind of more complicated than that. I can see that Wicked Sisters and The Eleven would be listed as 5DAs and 6DAs, but that doesn’t make them the replacements for the MR. They’re bonus runs and they owe just as much to Graceless and something like Master! as they do the MR. Basically I’d be wary of extrapolating too much from either about where things go from here. So Wait does this mean that The 5DA/6DA/7DA ranges wont have volume 1/2/3,etc but will have individual names (eg: Wicked Sisters, The Eleven) i mean that does explain why The Tenth Doctor and River isnt classed as 10DA Volume 4
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Post by theillusiveman on Jan 26, 2021 12:54:26 GMT
I think it’s due to McCoy not be able to do remote recording Both Davison and baker had their set ups long in advance The Grey Man of the Mountain was recorded remotely in July 2020 so it seems Sylvester can record remotely... But wasnt McCoy overseas for a period of time and couldn't travel/do remote recording?
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Post by dorney on Jan 26, 2021 13:23:50 GMT
I think it’s due to McCoy not be able to do remote recording Both Davison and baker had their set ups long in advance The Grey Man of the Mountain was recorded remotely in July 2020 so it seems Sylvester can record remotely... This is also a bit more complicated.
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Post by dorney on Jan 26, 2021 13:25:13 GMT
I mean, it’s kind of more complicated than that. I can see that Wicked Sisters and The Eleven would be listed as 5DAs and 6DAs, but that doesn’t make them the replacements for the MR. They’re bonus runs and they owe just as much to Graceless and something like Master! as they do the MR. Basically I’d be wary of extrapolating too much from either about where things go from here. So Wait does this mean that The 5DA/6DA/7DA ranges wont have volume 1/2/3,etc but will have individual names (eg: Wicked Sisters, The Eleven) i mean that does explain why The Tenth Doctor and River isnt classed as 10DA Volume 4
I don’t know the exact details, I’m afraid.
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Post by Kestrel on Jan 26, 2021 19:37:20 GMT
As I understand it, the Monthly Range is to be replaced with the XDAs, which have already started for the 5th and 6th Doctors, creating some parity with the preexisting 1DAs, 3DAs, 4DAs and 8DAs (and upcoming 9DAs). Big Finish kinda sucks when it comes to sorting everything, but this set is classified as a 6DA, and is the second 6DA boxset, so for all intents and purposes this is 6DA 02. Interestingly they appear to be making the MR-replacement XDAs standalone themed sets, instead of simple collections ala the 1DAs/3DAs/4DAs or the miniseries approach of the 8DAs. And, bizarrely (concerningly?) I've heard no news of the 7DAs, which is odd because even though the MR isn't over, Colin Baker and Peter Davison have both had their ranges start. I mean, it’s kind of more complicated than that. I can see that Wicked Sisters and The Eleven would be listed as 5DAs and 6DAs, but that doesn’t make them the replacements for the MR. They’re bonus runs and they owe just as much to Graceless and something like Master! as they do the MR. Basically I’d be wary of extrapolating too much from either about where things go from here. Ahahaha... I'm not about to try and predict where Big Finish will go in the future, as y'all are very consistent about being delightfully surprising. I've also got my hands full just trying to make sense and categorize all of the old stuff. I get what you mean by "Bonus," certainly: it seems the XDAs are largely used as a catchall category for stories that don't cleanly fit in other ranges, like the 7DNA Boxset, or the 6th Doctor's Last Adventure. Anyway, I don't wanna come across as impolite or anything here, or breach any unspoken rules of etiquette, but this is the first time I've noticed you posting here (or can remember noticing) and since I don't know how often you may scroll through the relevant threads... while you're here, I'd just like to say I really enjoy your stories! I hope you get the chance to write for David Bradley's 1st Doctor again sometimes, because wow, yours was just about the best 1st Doctor story I'd ever experienced--any any medium. I just want you to know that I really appreciate your work, and I hope you're doing well.
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Post by dorney on Jan 27, 2021 9:16:39 GMT
I mean, it’s kind of more complicated than that. I can see that Wicked Sisters and The Eleven would be listed as 5DAs and 6DAs, but that doesn’t make them the replacements for the MR. They’re bonus runs and they owe just as much to Graceless and something like Master! as they do the MR. Basically I’d be wary of extrapolating too much from either about where things go from here. Ahahaha... I'm not about to try and predict where Big Finish will go in the future, as y'all are very consistent about being delightfully surprising. I've also got my hands full just trying to make sense and categorize all of the old stuff. I get what you mean by "Bonus," certainly: it seems the XDAs are largely used as a catchall category for stories that don't cleanly fit in other ranges, like the 7DNA Boxset, or the 6th Doctor's Last Adventure. Anyway, I don't wanna come across as impolite or anything here, or breach any unspoken rules of etiquette, but this is the first time I've noticed you posting here (or can remember noticing) and since I don't know how often you may scroll through the relevant threads... while you're here, I'd just like to say I really enjoy your stories! I hope you get the chance to write for David Bradley's 1st Doctor again sometimes, because wow, yours was just about the best 1st Doctor story I'd ever experienced--any any medium. I just want you to know that I really appreciate your work, and I hope you're doing well. Not impolite at all! I don’t think I’m doing another Bradley any time soon, but thank you!
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Post by aussiedoctorwhofan on May 6, 2021 8:38:30 GMT
Story and cast details :
"One for All by Lizzie Hopley
The people of Molaruss are in two minds – quite literally! A world of duo-minds inside single bodies offers a unique opportunity to the Eleven, and his new wife, the mutant alien Miskavel.
Meanwhile the Doctor and Constance discover a derelict TARDIS, but are they walking into a trap?
The Murder of Oliver Akkron by Nigel Fairs
The Global President of Molaruss has been assassinated. The authorities believe they have the killer in custody – but which of his personalities did the deed?
The truth will emerge in the recollections of a madman – but there is more than one side to every story…
Elevation by Chris Chapman
Molaruss has a new ruler: the wise and benevolent Eleven - alongside his loving consort Miskavel – his many minds guiding every aspect of successful government.
But the Eleven has a plan to elevate his people to a new level of consciousness. And he cannot resist inviting the Doctor and Constance to witness his ultimate triumph… "
For more information follow the link
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Post by grinch on May 6, 2021 8:43:50 GMT
I already liked the sound of the boxset but I have to say I’m even more intrigued now.
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Post by grinch on May 6, 2021 8:45:39 GMT
I wonder if the second story will end up having the Eleven as the ultimate in unreliable narrators. That would be a brilliant angle to take admittedly. Say they subject him to a lie detector. Trouble is, they don’t know which of his personalities is lying or telling the truth.
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Post by Sir Wearer of Hats on May 6, 2021 9:57:05 GMT
As much as I like Mark Bonner as the Eleven, I can’t but think thr story might have benefitted from it being someone like the charmer (the Ten?) or thr Six having to play in favour of a long game.
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Post by mbt66 on May 8, 2021 6:39:08 GMT
As much as I like Mark Bonner as the Eleven, I can’t but think thr story might have benefitted from it being someone like the charmer (the Ten?) or thr Six having to play in favour of a long game. I don’t disagree, but as we have the Nine meeting the Fourth Doctor next year, Big Finish seem to have embraced the notion of Time Lords meeting out of sync. I still suspect that it wasn’t the Sixth Doctor they had planned for this set it was the Seventh Doctor and due to actor availability it was changed.
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Post by Kestrel on May 10, 2021 23:37:05 GMT
As much as I like Mark Bonner as the Eleven, I can’t but think thr story might have benefitted from it being someone like the charmer (the Ten?) or thr Six having to play in favour of a long game. I'm hoping they eventually give "The Eleven" their own range. Imagine a trio of boxsets, each with four stories, each story featuring a different incarnation of the same Time Lord. Honestly I'm shocked this isn't already a thing. Maybe this set is to test the waters? See just how appealing/marketable The Eleven is? Focusing each set on a different character seems like a good way to measure consumer preferences based on pre-order and first-week sales data. EG with this set Big Finish will know, relatively speaking, whether or not The Eleven is a bigger draw than Peri.
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Post by Sir Wearer of Hats on May 11, 2021 9:40:58 GMT
As much as I like Mark Bonner as the Eleven, I can’t but think thr story might have benefitted from it being someone like the charmer (the Ten?) or thr Six having to play in favour of a long game. I'm hoping they eventually give "The Eleven" their own range. Imagine a trio of boxsets, each with four stories, each story featuring a different incarnation of the same Time Lord. Honestly I'm shocked this isn't already a thing. Maybe this set is to test the waters? See just how appealing/marketable The Eleven is? Focusing each set on a different character seems like a good way to measure consumer preferences based on pre-order and first-week sales data. EG with this set Big Finish will know, relatively speaking, whether or not The Eleven is a bigger draw than Peri. A trio of four individual stories? Yes sir. That would be great. Ideally the One has either Purves or Hines as the Doctor. Other stories can be without Doctor, or against the wider cast like River, Benny, the War Master, Missy, the Draxes, UNIT....
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Post by grinch on May 11, 2021 11:30:27 GMT
For some reason, I think ‘The Collected’ could make for a good title for a series of Eleven (and his various incarnations) centric boxsets.
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Post by thelonecenturion on May 11, 2021 12:08:03 GMT
For some reason, I think ‘The Collected’ could make for a good title for a series of Eleven (and his various incarnations) centric boxsets. I believe John Dorney refers to the character as 'the Collect ive'.
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Post by grinch on May 11, 2021 12:10:12 GMT
For some reason, I think ‘The Collected’ could make for a good title for a series of Eleven (and his various incarnations) centric boxsets. I believe John Dorney refers to the character as 'the Collect ive'.True. I was thinking more along the lines of the ‘collected’ stories with each boxset having stories featuring his various incarnations. The Collection would also work well as a title as well I guess.
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Post by mbt66 on May 12, 2021 8:49:31 GMT
For some reason, I think ‘The Collected’ could make for a good title for a series of Eleven (and his various incarnations) centric boxsets. I believe John Dorney refers to the character as 'the Collect ive'.It is great to get some confirmation of what the Eleven and his other incarnations should be referred as.
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