Below is an exercise to get the old grey matter going. Its open to anyone who is interested, as long as you abide by the rules!!! Exercise: To come up with short story that will astound the world. Your story must contain the following criteria: Criteria: 1) It must be set in Noir New York (think ‘Max Payne’ or ‘The Crow’ type setting), although the genre does not have to be serious. 2) Your post must be NO LONGER than 1000 words 3) It must contain the following words: Ceaser, Apple, Youth, Moon, Ride. 4) Your story MUST have a twist at the end! Have fun!! P.S. There is another post called '' An exercise in Design '' in the game design forum that I have started if you are intersted.