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There is a problem with reference jokes in general, and I just couldn't figure out a solution to them. Here's a demonstration: "Watch your step, there could be even more of these." "Mor...
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#3: Attribution notice added
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System
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2019-12-08T07:09:52Z (about 5 years ago)
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#2: Initial revision
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Mephistopheles
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2019-12-08T07:09:52Z (about 5 years ago)
There is a problem with reference jokes in general, and I just couldn't figure out a solution to them. Here's a demonstration: > "Watch your step, there could be even more of these." > > "More?" ████ was still puzzled. "We haven't encountered any actual defense ever since we entered. No patrols, nor gun turrets, just lava pits. > > "Are you even surprised, anon?" ████ casually scoffed. "I thought that you'd notice this pattern and style, that this whole place was likely built by Kevin." > > "What Kevin?"████ asked. > > "This place is the result of asking a torturer to make a fortress for you." said ████. "Go figure." **But what if the reader was lucky enough to miss _Home Alone_? Then the reference wouldn't convey.** So, what can I do to minimalize the loss of humorousness of a joke, in case if the reader is not familiar with the source material?
#1: Imported from external source
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System
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2017-10-16T18:09:50Z (about 7 years ago)
Original score: 5