Friday Q&A

Questionable Introspection

Greetings, crickets and trolls. Welcome to a special Friday the 13th edition of the Q&A. I still have no idea why this day is traditionally considered to be unlucky. I've only been struck by lightning a couple of times in the past 24 hours. And the snakebite I got whilst mowing the lawn only made me a little dizzy. I don't see myself winning the lottery any time soon, but by all accounts I'm hanging in there.

Q: How important is luck in Fark Photoshop contests?

A: It's often been said that luck trumps skill in Fark Photoshop. There are many variables at play in terms of voter participation, and seeing any kind of pattern can be difficult. Oftentimes, Photoshoppers will use the boogeyman of bad luck to brush off a demoralizing loss. I disagree with this method, as it forgoes the introspection that should accompany every major defeat.

Q: If I constantly fail, does that mean I suck?

A: Quite possibly, but just connecting A to B in this scenario seems rather harsh. There are many factors outside of skill that effect a contest's outcome. The day and time of the contest is important to note, as well as the number of entries that proceed yours. Neither of these can truly preclude you from victory, but should definitely impact the presentation of your concept. Subtly will simply not play in some scenarios. Think of the contests as a noisy room. If you say something witty under your breath, don't expect everyone to burst out laughing.

Q: Is there a way to improve my luck?

A: If certain things bring bad luck, it has to be assumed that the opposite of them would be good luck. Try letting a white dog cross your path, or tape a broken mirror back together. Close an umbrella outside, or walk over an open ladder instead of under it. You'll be having good luck in no time.

That's all for this time, gentle reader. Thanks again for stopping by. If you've had a run of bad luck, I hope it improves. Use the techniques outlined above, and you'll be back on your feet in no time. Try the stuff about introspection first, I make no claims as to the luckiness of white dogs.

Stay tuned for more canine prosperity from the Doctor!