Dobba 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 Apparently they've been standing at the entrance to Rita then suddenly springing to life and hissing as visitors walk past them. Very much looking forward to going on Tuesday. Link to post Share on other sites
Manny In England 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 Looking good so far, all except for that New Moon poster in the picture above, which leads me to the question, do the wraiths sparkle? Link to post Share on other sites
Ed 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Author Share Posted October 24, 2009 I would actually have a heart attack if Alton Towers themed this ride to Twilight. Then i'd go live there 24/7! Hmmm sparkly. Link to post Share on other sites
Vintage 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 That looks pretty tall to be a family ride... Just my opinion though. Is there a height on it yet? (as in how tall is it?) Link to post Share on other sites
CorkscrewFoley 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 I hope it's not a Twilight themed ride, that would be very disappointing, to say the least. As for the ride itself, I think this is going to be a gem, even though it's a family coaster. Can't wait. Link to post Share on other sites
Manny In England 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 Don't worry, the Twilight saga's just sponsoring the halloween events, not the attraction. Dark Forest is its own thing entirely. Link to post Share on other sites
Sasquatch 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 Is there a height on it yet? (as in how tall is it?) The trees are around 70ft high, and Alton is not allowed to build above tree-height, so I'm guessing it is around that. Link to post Share on other sites
Crazy_Behemoth_Lady_Jess 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 That looks pretty tall to be a family ride... Just my opinion though. Is there a height on it yet? (as in how tall is it?) I don't think it's really a "kid oriented" family ride. "Intamin Family Coaster" probably is just the name of the coaster model. My guess is something between a kiddie and thrill coaster. Not too intense, not too slow. Link to post Share on other sites
cobra_roll06 0 Posted October 30, 2009 Share Posted October 30, 2009 I can see this coaster being a cross between Fluch Von Novgorod at Hansa Park and Mine Train Ulven at Bakken. Which would be fantastic. I just hope the theming is pulled off more successfully than Saw. As for the "World's First" element, I'm stumped. Link to post Share on other sites
Tmcdllr 0 Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 World's first (Intamin) coaster with sexy black track.... no? Link to post Share on other sites
Drew-B 0 Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 it's the element inside the building that has yet to be built. The entire piece of flat track drops and lines up with a new piece directly under. This then means the train will "back out" of the building and go backwards down a hill and onto the course. Link to post Share on other sites
Tmcdllr 0 Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 I was just kidding about the black track. That element sounds really interesting. Will it be almost like Expedition Everest with the bi-directional travel? I wonder exactly how this Intamin innovation will work? No POV animation available yet I guess. Link to post Share on other sites
cmpunk771 0 Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 I went yesterday and got a good look at it. The backwards element is there and it is a helex. It looks like the indoor section includes an elevator which takes you to different levels of the building, i say this because there is a huge whole in the ground with no track in it and on another level track with no end so maybe that all links up. Shows where the track lift would go Link to post Share on other sites
ukpete 0 Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 i would think it more likely that the pit at the bottom is for all the machinery associated with making the track drop. ie train drops from 1 down down to 2, level three is machinery. Link to post Share on other sites
cmpunk771 0 Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 Maybe some sort of ride show or special effects. Link to post Share on other sites
dr.gumbo 0 Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 Maybe it drops down to level 3 and rises up to level 2 to drop off the trains. Link to post Share on other sites
TPDave 0 Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 ^ I think that's what being suggested. Sounds unlikely though as it would create a very long block and probably hinder capacity (especially with what appear to be smaller Intamin trains. Do the plans not show the track layout inside the building? Dave EDIT: Could i not just be maintenance? Link to post Share on other sites
Dobba 0 Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 Special Delivery... Link to post Share on other sites
coastered 0 Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 That's a great present for AT. What will it be?? Link to post Share on other sites
Dobba 0 Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 Taken from TTF: An e-mail was sent to those on the SW6 mailing list from PR agency "Frank PR". Although not giving details away regarding the ride's world's first element, it does announce the arrival of the ride's unique selling point/element on site yesterday. The release also contained pictures of the load arriving, covered in a large branded tarpaulin on a flatbed truck. A video has also been released on Facebook featuring footage of the truck arriving on site. It then goes on to talk about the ongoing speculation on blogs and social networking sites such as Twitter regarding the theme for the ride along with rumours regarding the elements of the ride. According to the e-mail, the most popular theme was "that a crypt in a mysterious forest has been disturbed, awakening a ghost." whilst other rumours have included: * A track that gives the illusion it is invisible * SW6 will beat the record for the greatest vertical drop in the world * A track that moves vertically as you ride There is no mention whether any of the above rumours have any truth in them. Also discussed, is the steps the park have taken in ensuring the ride remains "top secret". This apparently includes increased security staff, a banning of any cameras and mobiles phones, requiring staff to sign non-disclosure agreements and also approaching Google Earth to black out aerial views of the building site. A quote from Sales and Marketing Director Morwenna Angrove also says: “In the build-up to previous rides, significant details were leaked and this time we are taking no chances. Our new attraction is totally unique and scarier than ever – it’s unlike anything the world has seen before. Fans do not have to wait too long to enjoy the ride, as they will be given the chance to ride SW6 early in 2010. I would suggest those who dare prepare themselves; they will be in for ride they will never forget…” Link to post Share on other sites
broomy 0 Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 Some great pics been released from alton towers aswell. Link to post Share on other sites
RedSpecial 0 Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 Special Delivery... just got this as an email video link from Alton Towers tonight: http://www.altontowers.com/2010/latest/ The delivery looks like a large component with a concrete base? Could it be some kind of video screen for the main building? Link to post Share on other sites
piers 0 Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 Its a cage containing Lady Gaga who will launch each train with her voice, worlds first! Link to post Share on other sites
alpengeist04 0 Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 ^...Not to mention causing a few heart attacks along the way. Link to post Share on other sites
Retro_Gaga 0 Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 Its a cage containing Lady Gaga who will launch each train with her voice, worlds first! I would enjoy that..... alot. Heck I might pay extra just to get in the cage Link to post Share on other sites
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