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==<span style="color:#330000">Welcome to McCloud's== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Welcome to McCloud's'''== | ||
[[Image:DalleyLibrary.jpg|thumb|260px|The Dalley Library and a former librarian / human.]] | [[Image:DalleyLibrary.jpg|thumb|260px|The Dalley Library and a former librarian / human.]] | ||
[[Image:BackEntrance.jpg|thumb|260px|Knock loudly or run quickly. Your call.]] | [[Image:BackEntrance.jpg|thumb|260px|Knock loudly or run quickly. Your call.]] | ||
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==<span style="color:#330000">Beginnings== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Beginnings'''== | ||
Established in 2005, McCloud’s was a humble [[Havercroft]] tavern dedicated to battling back the chill of Malton’s first plague-infested winter. Founder Ada McCloud, a resolute, cheery Scot (all our pubs still fly the highland colors in her honor) always made sure the beer was flowing and the plates were heavy with food. Despite quickly making a name for itself in the many suburbs of Malton, McCloud’s still struggled (like many) to thrive in the dawn of the zombie apocalypse. We couldn’t have made it this far without friends – and so we thank [[Axes High]], the [[MFD]], and the many independents who started as customers but quickly became allies | Established in 2005, McCloud’s was a humble [[Havercroft]] tavern dedicated to battling back the chill of Malton’s first plague-infested winter. Founder Ada McCloud, a resolute, cheery Scot (all our pubs still fly the highland colors in her honor) always made sure the beer was flowing and the plates were heavy with food. Despite quickly making a name for itself in the many suburbs of Malton, McCloud’s still struggled (like many) to thrive in the dawn of the zombie apocalypse. We couldn’t have made it this far without friends – and so we thank [[Axes High]], the [[MFD]], and the many independents who started as customers but quickly became allies and regulars. Here’s to ya! | ||
==<span style="color:#330000">Three Locations, One Warm Welcome== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Three Locations, One Warm Welcome'''== | ||
[[Image:HavercroftSign.jpg|thumb|200px|McCloud's of Havercroft]] | [[Image:HavercroftSign.jpg|thumb|200px|McCloud's of Havercroft]] | ||
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==<span style="color:#330000">Brew Selections== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Brew Selections'''== | ||
Our Brewmasters are constantly on the lookout for new recipes. Thanks to their diligence – and twisted experimentation – McCloud's will often boast seasonal specials in addition to typical pub fare: | Our Brewmasters are constantly on the lookout for new recipes. Thanks to their diligence – and twisted experimentation – McCloud's will often boast seasonal specials in addition to typical pub fare: | ||
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'''Peppardville Favorites (KRB Holyman, Brewmaster)''' | '''Peppardville Favorites (KRB Holyman, Brewmaster)''' | ||
* Holyman's Summer Cerveza (5%) | * Holyman's Summer Cerveza (5%) – This seasonal brew has an appearance similar to a Pilsner. Malt character is subdued. | ||
* Connolly Park Apple Cider (5.4%) | * Connolly Park Apple Cider (5.4%) – Fermented apple cider brewed with cinnamon and cardamom. | ||
[[Image:Topsy.jpg|thumb|100px|The Original Topsy Turvy]] [[Image:CheeryCherry.jpg|thumb|100px|Celebrate the holidays in Cheery Cherry style.]] | [[Image:Topsy.jpg|thumb|100px|The Original Topsy Turvy]] [[Image:CheeryCherry.jpg|thumb|100px|Celebrate the holidays in Cheery Cherry style.]] | ||
* Imperial Stout (9%) | * Imperial Stout (9%) – A dark blend of roasted malts and barley, with a strong overtone of malt flavours and hints of dark fruits. Resembles a chocolate dessert. | ||
* Sleepy Hollow Pumpkin Brew (6.1%) | * Sleepy Hollow Pumpkin Brew (6.1%) – Our most popular seasonal brew. Mild taste, with little to no bitterness; a malty backbone; hints of cinnamon and clove. | ||
* Oranjebier (5.5%) – Citrus in Malton? Maybe. Maybe not. Holyman won’t tell. | * Oranjebier (5.5%) – Citrus in Malton? Maybe. Maybe not. Holyman won’t tell. | ||
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'''Havercroft Bar Selections (Danella D, Bartender):''' | '''Havercroft Bar Selections (Danella D, Bartender):''' | ||
* Imperial Stout (9%) | * Imperial Stout (9%) – Havercroft's most famous brew! This is the drink that put us on the map. Then the floor. | ||
* Fruit Infused Liquor – Like the name says. And yes, figs are a fruit. | * Fruit Infused Liquor – Like the name says. And yes, figs are a fruit. | ||
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==<span style="color:#330000">From the Grill== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''From the Grill'''== | ||
Man can’t live on beer alone -– and zombies can’t live on man alone. Or maybe they can. In any event, McCloud’s also features a fairly hearty food menu. Assuming you think of rats as food. And sooner or later, you probably will. | Man can’t live on beer alone -– and zombies can’t live on man alone. Or maybe they can. In any event, McCloud’s also features a fairly hearty food menu. Assuming you think of rats as food. And sooner or later, you probably will. | ||
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''Look, enough alcohol can make almost anything taste good. Almost.'' | ''Look, enough alcohol can make almost anything taste good. Almost.'' | ||
''Daily Specials from dtm and Danella:'' | ''Daily Specials from dtm and Danella:'' | ||
* '''Spicy Grilled Rabbit''' | * '''Spicy Grilled Rabbit''' – Freshly caught rabbit covered in curry dry rub. Served with a side of fauxtatoes® and fresh-ish fruit. | ||
* '''Rat Burger''' | * '''Rat Burger''' – Best burger in Malton! Ground rat meat cooked to order, on your choice of bun, with the occasionally looted tomato. | ||
* '''Curry spiced grilled vegetables''' | * '''Curry spiced grilled vegetables''' – A seasonal blend of curried and grilled tomatoes, corn and zucchini. Can be served as a side. | ||
* '''Stout Winter Stew''' – A seasonal special, whipped up by Danella D. And fortified, in no small part, from her reserve of Imperial Stout. | * '''Stout Winter Stew''' – A seasonal special, whipped up by Danella D. And fortified, in no small part, from her reserve of Imperial Stout. | ||
[[Image:SpamSushi.jpg|thumb|150px|Yes. We said Spam sushi.]] | [[Image:SpamSushi.jpg|thumb|150px|Yes. We said Spam sushi.]] | ||
''Specialty Items from Ada:'' | ''Specialty Items from Ada:'' | ||
* '''Spam Sushi''' – We have a variety of recipes. Please ask about daily specials. | |||
* '''Stuffed Jalapenos''' – Roasted Jalapenos stuffed with cheese, spam and spices. | |||
* '''Stuffed Jalapenos''' | |||
* '''Tea and cake or death!''' | * '''Tea and cake or death!''' – Courtesy of Jesus on Speed. Don’t ask. | ||
==<span style="color:#330000">Entertainment== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Entertainment'''== | ||
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==<span style="color:#330000">Tips from Ms. McCloud== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Tips from Ms. McCloud'''== | ||
[[Image:NeutralGround.jpg|thumb|200px|Put 'em away.]] | [[Image:NeutralGround.jpg|thumb|200px|Put 'em away.]] | ||
* Wipe your feet. It’s a dirty world out there. | * Wipe your feet. It’s a dirty world out there. | ||
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==<span style="color:#330000">Quotable Quotes== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Quotable Quotes'''== | ||
“The power of Christ compels you! (Takes a sip) Because it pleases the Lord, I've transmogrified it into Zima.” | “The power of Christ compels you! (Takes a sip) Because it pleases the Lord, I've transmogrified it into Zima.” | ||
– Pope Corpse XVIII | – Pope Corpse XVIII | ||
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==<span style="color:#330000">A McCloud's Timeline== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''A McCloud's Timeline'''== | ||
2014 Jan 15 – The first of several appearances of don't touch me's PKing doppelgänger. It was funny before it got dumb. | |||
2012 May 24 – McCloud's Peppardville unwittingly hosts a game of Malton Globetrotter murderball. To be fair, we didn't know the rules. | |||
2012 Feb 8 – Massive McCloud's Wiki page update. | 2012 Feb 8 – Massive McCloud's Wiki page update. | ||
2011 Dec 25 – We celebrate Christmas with Holyman’s new Cheery Cherry Stout, which | 2011 Dec 25 – We celebrate Christmas with Holyman’s new Cheery Cherry Stout, which causes many of us to see colored lights. | ||
2010 July 4 – Holyman and Val combine forces to introduce a new beer to the franchise: The Topsy-Turvy Black & Tan. | 2010 July 4 – Holyman and Val combine forces to introduce a new beer to the franchise: The Topsy-Turvy Black & Tan. | ||
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==<span style="color:#330000">Staff== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Staff'''== | ||
[[Image:Staff.jpg]] | [[Image:Staff.jpg]] | ||
''Subject to change, death, intoxication and likely obsolescence.'' | ''Subject to change, death, intoxication, dismissal, and likely obsolescence.'' | ||
==<span style="color:#330000">Petting Zoo== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Petting Zoo'''== | ||
Though hardly boasting the class menagerie of [[The Malton Zookeepers]], McCloud's has nonetheless amassed a collection of furry friends. At present we host a llama, a beaver, an invisible | Though hardly boasting the class menagerie of [[The Malton Zookeepers]], McCloud's has nonetheless amassed a collection of furry friends. At present we host a llama, a beaver, an invisible bunny, the occasional garbage-eating monster and enough rats to keep the deep fryer busy for weeks on end. | ||
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==<span style="color:#330000">Membership Rolls== | ==<span style="color:#330000">'''Membership Rolls'''== | ||
[[Image:BottleCapWin.jpg|thumb|250px|Many will enter. Few will win.]] | [[Image:BottleCapWin.jpg|thumb|250px|Many will enter. Few will win.]] | ||
McCloud's would not be the same without our regulars. All those listed below are entitled to a complimentary shot and the privilege of using McCloud's Pub in their group name. | McCloud's would not be the same without our regulars. All those listed below are entitled to a complimentary shot and the privilege of using McCloud's Pub in their group name. | ||
'''Active Duty:''' | '''Active-ish Duty:''' | ||
A Shaved Beaver, | A Shaved Beaver, Agent Skye, An Invisible Bunny, b0seiju, Carrion Jack, Chevy Jackson, deathnut, dont touch me, Dorian Constantine, Drop Dead Sexy, Dylan Goodman, Hobo With A Fire Axe, Jason Quick, KRB Bagel, KRB Holyman, Matt Shannon, Mr Stik, NonDescriptScout, OnionDoc, Quinn Inuit, shaolin kung pao, SweetOne, TacticalWolf, The Band Styx, The Dalley Llama, William Wolfjager, xakthos | ||
'''M.I.A., on sabbatical, or drunk in some distant corner:''' | '''M.I.A., on sabbatical, or drunk in some distant corner:''' | ||
Ada McCloud, Allysinnia, Andrea Aideen, Anna Jones, Ash Ketchup, Auggie Doodlehoffer, Bebe Everton, Big Toddo, Bodici22, Brainzog Nuttchoppah, Burly Bob, ccgrend, CloudStrife3361, Cobra Bubbles, Corporal T Wells, Dadarian11, Dan Devito, Danella D, Daramulun, Delilah Jane, Dian Cecht, d00g, Enoch the Watcher, Ethan Clien, EV Mitchell, EveDE, Firenze Templar, Frank Blackwell, Fuk Ewe, G Man 77, Gaschambergerhart, Gia Aliya, Gladius, godofodd, hanatauro, HardcoreWP, Heroic Nonsense, Hikari Kisugi, Holli Johnston, Ickle Susie, Ingrid Nuyland, IHTFP, Irisha, JustAxing, Jesus on Speed (JoS), Jimmyjunk, Johnsen, jurgen o brainy, kari mad, Kaylee Pastis, Kobobo Paleface, lanamin, Little Matchstick Girl (LMG), Masuhiro, Mojito Joe, MollieDE, Muuuurgh, Nicks, northlandspig, parratrooper, Piemancer, Red Hotpants, Rhaman, Reggie Boy, Roger Schmitt, rowan mayfair, Rufina Rum, s1ran07, Sammyslingblade, Skye666, Slash Wombat, Sparky Demented, Spastic Bastard, Sotalia, Stan Franknenstein, theaterzombie, tingsoon1, Tom Barclay, Thickaway, Vincent Montgomery, Volrak, Wolfe Tone 4. | |||
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''Once a member, please be sure to update your profile group tag properly:'' <span style="color:#4682B4"> '''McCloud's Pub'''</span>''. And if you | ''Once a member, please be sure to update your profile group tag properly:'' <span style="color:#4682B4"> '''McCloud's Pub'''</span>''. And if you have a wiki page, please consider adding the following badge:'' | ||
Latest revision as of 16:26, 27 January 2014
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