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Anonymous writes...
I am asking about the possiblity of a book. There have been many "Making of" books published by Hyperion. All have been of theatrical animated movies. I don't seem to remember any "Making of" books about an animated TV series. I would love to see a compilation of conceptual art, deleated characters, and early character designs, from the Gargoyles series. It seems that these books sell very well, so I was curious about the possibilities of you (Greg) writing a book.
Greg responds...
I'd love to. As I've mentioned before, I've been working on a GARGOYLES ENCYCLOPEDIA on and off for years. I'm almost done. A "Making Of" book or a GARGOYLES COMPANION would be fun too. I don't know how likely publication is, though. Maybe when the movie comes out. We can keep our fingers crossed.
Anonymous writes...
Were there any plans for Elisa to get significantly involved in Illuminati plot threads (she seems to be getting a LOT of attention these days)?
Greg responds...
It depends what you mean. Elisa tends to get involved with most things that involve her friends. But obviously, the point person for my next Illuminati story would have been either Matt or David.
Anonymous writes...
How long has the present head of the Illuminati been around (since they have that wonderful medical plan)?
Greg responds...
He's the founder.
Anonymous writes...
Since we saw the presence of the Illuminati in or around 975 AD, I'm assuming that you've decided to alter the facts about the real Illuminati and create a fictional history of them. If that's so, then when was this Illuminati founded?
Greg responds...
The organization that would eventually be known as the Illuminati was founded a century after the "death" of King Arthur.
Anonymous writes...
What're Disney's thoughts on The Gathering? Do you think its sucess/failure, as well as the types of people attending, will impact their future plans for Gargs in any way?
Greg responds...
I don't know if Disney "officially" knows about the Gathering.
Anonymous writes...
When Dean finishes his script, will we get the low-down on what's going on? Or will you just sit back and laugh while you watch us suffer?
Greg responds...
I need to let Producer Tom Jacobson decide what information he wants "leaked". It's his movie. I'm just along for the ride.
Anonymous writes...
When you were working on the first two seasons of Gargs, how much control did you have over the show? Were your ideas ever rejected? Was it really a "team effort", or was it an "Greg is God! Bow down and worship him, Mortal scum!" Oberon-ish sort of thing?
Greg responds...
I had a lot of control vis-a-vis Disney Management. The executives largely left me alone to do the stories I wanted to do. Only one story ever got rejected, and even I have to admit it was a pretty risky endeavor.
But keep in mind, I didn't produce the show alone. Frank Paur was my equal partner from day one. Also Dennis Woodyard and Bob Kline had producing duties as well. We all worked together.
I also like to think we were open to input from anyone on the staff. A lot of great ideas originated from other sources.
But I did get to tell the stories I wanted to tell. 66 of them at least.
And I was the one guy who had been on the project from the beginning of development through the end of post-production, so I had a more comprehensive point-of-view.
But no, no matter how much it might have pleased (I mean embarrassed) me, no one ever referred to me as "God".
Anonymous writes...
I am wondering what your knowledge of Arthurian legends is, and what made you decide to bring Arthur into the show. I am also wondering if you had plans for a Pendragon series, what some of them would be.
Greg responds...
I've read a lot of Arthurian stuff. The Mary Stewart books. Geoffrey of Monmouth. Roger Lanclyn Greene. Thomas Berger. T.H. White. John Steinbeck. Goodrich. I've skimmed Thomas Malory. These off the top of my head. I'm sure there are others too.
Although I know others disagree, for me adding Arthur was a natural step. I couldn't imagine going to Avalon and not seeing him there. The way we created the "Gargoyles Universe" everything was interconnected. Locked together by fate. The eggs are connected to Avalon which is connected to Arthur who is connected to the Illuminati which is connected to Xanatos who has a son whose grandmother is the queen of the fair folk who live on Avalon with the eggs, etc. How could I not include Arthur?
The Pendragon series would have featured King Arthur and Sir Griff. It would have begun with the Quest for Merlin. There were plans for one more regular: a female acquaintance of Arthur's from his past. The Illuminati would have played a prominent role, particularly the enigmatic Mr. Duval.
Anonymous writes...
Seeing as Elisa's apartment was targeted by the Quarrymen in "The Journey" (and Jon knew about her & the gargs before hand) would she have moved elsewhere? And if so, where?
Greg responds...
Elisa's apartment wasn't targeted. They spotted Goliath there and investigated. But certainly Castaway wouldn't have had much trouble making the Elisa/Gargoyle connection. Moving really would not have been the answer -- not if she intended on keeping her job. And I can't imagine Elisa quitting the force. Precautions would have to be taken. But, heck, Demona's known where Elisa lives for over a year. Sometimes that information isn't enough.
Anonymous writes...
What would have happened to Jason after he had recuperated from his injuries? Obviously, he must have had a full recovery, as you stated that he might have gone out on a double date with Goliath & Delilah.
Greg responds...
Jason is a parapalegic. Why must he have fully recovered in order to go on a date? I think Jason was released on probation. In my mind, he spends a lot of time failing to save his brother's soul.
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