Forum Sims Grab Bag: A Long-Expected Update

[Audren]

Something I've been wanting to do for some time was recognize some of the Sims that our community has created. Therefore, I have selected eight memorable Sims from the Swap Shop to live together and explore their new life. A big thanks to Pam, Carl, Leto85, Schipperke, samoht04, and Alexandria_ for allowing me to use your Sims in this story.

Our Cast

Name:Mr. Payne Story:Riches Galore Created by: Schipperke








Name: Carl Ratcliff Story: N/A Created by: Carl








Name: Leonardo SimVinci Story: The Flowers waiting for Grim Created by: Schipperke








Name: Max Skills Stories: Youth of Supersim, Secondary character in Riches Galore. Created by: Leto85








Name: Rabbit Character Story: Character Legacy Created by: samoht04







Name: Europa Moon Story: Moons of Jupiter Created by: Alexandria_







Name: Antone Dreamweaver Story: Dreamweaver Immortal Dynasty Created by: Pam (technically Story Progression, but this isn't "EA Sims Grab Bag", after all)







Name: Diana Jade Story: orginial Jade Dynasty Created by: samoht04

[Audren]

I've updated the first page to include the Sims being used. Say hello to the forum, Mr. Payne, Carl, Leo, Max, Rabbit, Europa, Antone, and Diana!

[Schipperke]

Audren, you've assembled a truly fascinating cast of characters here!  It's great to see all these Sims together in one story.  Can't wait to see what you have planned for them.

[CreativeCrayola]

Some of the best of the swap shop! Can't wait to see whats instore!

[Sophie98]

Yay! I can't wait to see what happens!

[Audren]

Tour of the Swap Shop

Welcome to the Swap Shop, home to some of our favourite Sims! Let's take a look inside.



Here's the floor plan of the Swap Shop. A little odd-looking, but it works fine for the Sims.



This is the entrance hall of the Swap Shop. It's currently empty, but it may get filled with something in the future.



Here is our kitchen/dining room. Seating for eight, even though all eight of our Sims will never be eating at the same time. Those doors lead to the three identical bathrooms, which are not pictured.



Separated by half-walls, the entertainment center has a TV, some video games, and some comfy bean bags.



The four bedrooms are identical. Two sims sleep in each room. This room belongs to Mr. Payne and Leo.

Mr. Payne: Bunk beds! Very useful for housing multiple orphans at once, you know.
Leo: Just give me my motorcycle.



Carl and Max sleep here.

Carl: I need a computer in here. I have a forum to administrate!
Max: This roommate is certainly memorable.



Europa and Diana will be residing in this room.

Europa: What? I don't get to be immortal in this story?
Diana: Maybe this time paintings won't be required.



And this is Antone and Rabbit's room.

Rabbit: Oh my gosh! I get to room with Antone! *faint*
Antone: What happened to my old hair?

[CreativeCrayola]

Haha, I loved the roomates reactions to each other! Especcially;

Rabbit: Oh my gosh! I get to room with Antone! *faint*
Antone: What happened to my old hair?

Genius! 

[Sophie98]

You are a genius, Audren! I too loved Rabbit's reaction!

[samoht04]

I wouldn't have put it past her either.  Although Diana was a Gardener not a painter, her daughter was a Painter.

[Audren]

I wouldn't have put it past her either.  Although Diana was a Gardener not a painter, her daughter was a Painter.

It was a reference to that Jade Dynasty failing because of a lost painting. (at least, I think that's why it ended)

[kiko94]

sounds interesting will be having a look definitively, the house plans are great, since maybe you have been short on money to build it, you could try recoloring the items,might take time, but will give it a unique look

[samoht04]

It was a reference to that Jade Dynasty failing because of a lost painting. (at least, I think that's why it ended)

Ah I get it. It was even Diana's Portrait that went missing so it is fitting.  I agree with Kiko that it needs colour, maybe try mixing some personalities in the rooms?

[Audren]

I had intentionally designed the entertainment and kitchen area to look rather dull, but I do want to get some colour in the bedrooms. Though I'm not sure how Mr. Payne and Leo are going to agree on the wallpaper. 

[Schipperke]

Though I'm not sure how Mr. Payne and Leo are going to agree on the wallpaper. 

I know!  I know!  Give them Schipperke-patterned wallpaper!  Thanks to Gheez and Seabody, there are a couple of great schip patterns to choose from.   

[Audren]

The First Hours

To begin this story, I decided that our roommates should get to know each other. Since Rabbit was so excited with her roommate, let's start with her.



Oh! Scarlet Dreamweaver has some competition now, it seems.



Europa and Diana instantly hit it off, too. They went from roommates to pillowmates in seconds. Watch out, Europa!



Leo and Mr. Payne took some time to just chat.

Leo: How do we know each other, again?
Mr. Payne: Shh. The forumers don't know yet.
Leo: Oh, okay.
Mr. Payne: Now, back into character, Leo.
Leo: *nod* I'm so awesome. I'm a mixed martial artist. Blah blah blah.



Carl took the chance to get tutored in writing by the master of writing (and everything else)

Carl: So, what can I learn about writing?
Max: For one, make sure you have good right-hand people. I hear there's a woman named 'Pam' that could really help you out.

Several hours later...



Diana: Peace out, Europa.
Europa: Peace out, Diana.



Mr. Payne: Cannonball!



Rabbit: Haha! Better luck next time!
Antone: Woe to me. I'm just going to walk in shame.

 
 
Max: ... and pay attention to details. Someday, people may use your guides as the #1 resource to get specific strategies. Also, make sure you...

Midday...



Mr. Payne: Hmm
Leo: If I move here, his Orphaned Bishop will get me. But if I move here, his Orphaned Queen will put my King into check. Choices, choices.
Mr. Payne: Ready to give up, Leo?
Leo: Not a chance, old guy.



Europa: Go, Tony Sim! You can do it!
Diana: Why didn't we play Simball?



Rabbit: *thinks* I can't believe he's kissing me!
Antone: *thinks* Why aren't we playing hopscotch?



Max: ... and that's how you write a good Sims guide.
Carl: Fascinating.