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Anonymous writes...
Greg this is a very important question...it has been buggin me......... In Long Way Till Morning...Hudson's flashbacks of going into archmages lair with demona and goliath DEMONA SEES A PICTURE OF A GARGOYLE BEING KILLED BY HUMANS....WHO DREW IT AND WAS IT MEANT FOR DEMONA...DEMONA DREW IT DIDN'T SHE,,,,WAT IS THE WHOLE PLAN HERE...I KNOW SOMETHING IS UP??????
Greg responds...
Another question to complex to answer here. Sorry.
Anonymous writes...
In "Ill Met By Moonlight" Oberon said that he had hung around the mortals. How did he? Who was he? I sound like a dope already. I'll leave now.
Greg responds...
You don't sound like a dope. It's a good question, but a thousand and one years is a long time and so there isn't one simple answer to the question. Sorry.
Anonymous writes...
Hi Greg, just to let you know, gargoyles was the greatest show on television and you did a great job on the first two seasons but the third was a little weak and lacked what you had in the first two, I know you didn't have anything to do with the second season except for the first ep which was one of three half decent eps of that season, anyways, my question, ok, in City of Stone Part 1 in the opening scene, the terrorist lady, she said, "Never, our cause is worth any sacrafice". What was the cause, it looked like it was a bank, i am a little baffled at this, it always makes me think when i see that part.
Greg responds...
The terrorist was hitting the bank to get money to fund her cause. That cause wasn't mentioned in City of Stone, because it didn't matter there. The terrorists' role was representative (of Demona). But that specific terrorist would have reappeared in BAD GUYS and her cause would have been revealed there.
Anonymous writes...
Everyone is asking about the gargoyles, but what I wanna know is did you ever have plans to give Puck/Owen a lovelife? Thanks for doing this!
Greg responds...
Yes.
Anonymous writes...
Hello Mr. Weisman. I would like to thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. 1. What did Macbeth do during World War 2?(I respectfully ask that you don't just say "alot".) 2. Everyone asks about who will be Brooklyn or Lexington's mates but the question on my mind is who was Hudson's mate and what happened to her? 3. Why did Xanatos have such a burning desire for immortality? 4. Did Oberon know about what the Wierd Sisters did to Demona and Macbeth? 5. Besides puting them in the BAD GUYS series, what else did you have in mind for Dingo and Matrix? It has been a pleasure to ask these questions and will be an even greater pleasure to read the answers. Thanks for reading.
Greg responds...
1. Well, you can ask me not to say "a lot", but it won't change much. I'm not going to sit down today and write a novel-length response to a question that took you ten seconds to type in. Leave it at this, Macbeth was on the side of the Allies.
2. Very good question. She died in 971. She had no name. She was a fierce warrior and a lovely individual.
3. He's afraid of things he can't control. He's afraid of death. (I can relate. I just seek for immortality in a different way. Through my writing and through my children. As long as I'm remembered, I live on. That's something David hasn't fully learned yet. But he's getting there.)
4. Not yet.
5. Well, I had a lot of plans for them in BAD GUYS. (There's that "a lot" phrase again.) Matrix had a lot to learn, and Dingo had a lot to redeem. And working for Robyn Canmore wasn't going to be a piece of cake either.
Anonymous writes...
All Hail Greg! (Ahem.) I'd like to make this short and sweet so I'll keep it as brief as possible. It gets REALLY technical and. . .a little disgusting so bear with me. Whenever a gargoyle was shattered in the series (the killings at Castle Wyvern, etc), no blood/internal organs were present. I can understand why you wouldn't want to show such things in a cartoon, but I would like to know: Does the inside of a gargoyle turn into stone during the day as well as the outside? If so, how is this internal stone "shed"? If not, the lungs, heart, etc. would have to continue to function or the internal organs would die. This is impossible because gargoyles do not breathe while they are asleep. Or. . .perhaps you have an explanation I've overlooked. Thanx!!!
Greg responds...
At sunrise (more or less), the entire gargoyle body turns into an organic substance that resembles stone, placing the gargoyle in a state of suspended animation. The body does function to some degree. The organic "stone-like" substance absorbs solar energy. The internal biological clock continues to function. Healing takes place. Dreaming too. But to a large degree, a daytime gargoyle is for all intents and purposes a stone statue.
At sunset (more or less), the transformation reverses from the inside out, leaving only a shedable outer layer of "stone" that cracks off as the gargoyle awakens.
Anonymous writes...
What hopes are there for a fourth season? and last question is do you have anything to do with "THE GATHERING" in June in NYC?
Greg responds...
No hope for a fourth season for this coming fall. But maybe some day.
I've been invited to come speak at the Gathering. I'm going to try to make it. Otherwise, I have no official connection to it.
Anonymous writes...
Why was Lexington usally not the main character?
Greg responds...
Because Goliath was the main character. Lex got his episodes, and he would have gotten more. But when you have a large ensemble cast, it's hard to give everyone enough moments in the sun, (so to speak).
Anonymous writes...
Someone brought up an episode called "Timedancer". Was this episode ever created, or was it something you were thinking about writing?
Greg responds...
TIMEDANCER was a proposed spin-off series that would have starred Brooklyn.
Disney didn't go for it. I suggested that the idea be incorporated into GOLIATH CHRONICLES. I laid out a story for an episode. It never happened.
They went another way, a totally other way, and wound up with that RUNAWAYS episode of Chronicles.
Anonymous writes...
You said that some Comic universes inspired you. Is that why the Hunter reminds me of a certain comic book character (Azrael)? On the topic of Hunters -- how many Hunters have there been? By this I mean, ever, not named/seen.
Greg responds...
The notion of a universe of characters inspired me, ala Simpsons or Yoknapatawpha. Not any of the specific characters.
I'm not that familiar with Azrael. Is he the guy who was Batman for awhile?
I hated the notion that someone other than Dick Grayson might take over that role, so I didn't bother to read any of that.
I haven't sat down and counted all the Hunters. I won't pretend I know every detail about every Hunter. At least, not yet.
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.
Anonymous writes...
Will Puck ever get his full powers back and return to Avalon?
Greg responds...
Ever is a long time. Not for centuries at least. Oberon isn't exactly forgiving.
Anonymous writes...
When you where in the chat room you said that the leader of the Illuminati was one of Authur's old friends. His name was Duval, could this person by any chance be Merlin? And is he still on friendly terms with Authur?
Greg responds...
Merlin isn't Duval. And Arthur's been asleep for some time, so he isn't presently on any kind of terms with anyone from his past.
Anonymous writes...
What were your plans for the clones? Did they have anything to do with "Future Tense"?
Greg responds...
"Future Tense" the episode or the proposed spin-off series?
I had a lot of plans for the clones, too many to relate them all here. As you all may be noticing, when I'm asked a question THAT large, I'm less likely to give a worthwhile response. I'm not saying you can't ask, just that this Q&A format may not be the best forum for questions that require novel- length responses.
Anonymous writes...
Did you ever plan on the Xanatos having more kids than Alex? Or willl he stay an only child?
Greg responds...
Good question. I'd have to ask them, but I'm pretty sure we're looking at an only child. And a handful.
Anonymous writes...
Which Weird Sister is which? I know the names are Luna, Phoebe, and Selene (spelling unsure), but I don't believe it was ever made clear which name went with which Sister.
I think you said earlier that Demona came to America sometime before 1994. How did she make the trip across the Atlantic?
No one else asked yet, so I'll bite: what did Demona do during WWII?
Greg responds...
1) We tried to make it clear, but I can see how it would have been tough to catch it. Phoebe is the blonde, pleasant one. Seline is the raven-haired hardcase. Luna is the silver-haired mystic.
2) Carefully.
3) A lot. (Actually, I think someone did ask this, and I gave the same response. Well at least you got one worthwhile answer.)
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