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Writers Strike - Day 81 - Xena Picket Day

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Today was "Xena Picket Day" at NBC. The event was timed to coincide with a Xena conventon this weekend. Fans turned out in droves - giving me a reason to use the word "droves".

One fan was offering free fencing lessons to the strikers. This could come in handy if the strike ends up being settled by a duel.

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Many of the shows writers, creators and actors were on hand. Here, Co-Executive Producer Steven L. Sears compares hats with a fan.

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Even action figures support the writers!

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There was a great turnout, especially since it was pouring rain almost the entire time.

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Several fans attempted to stay dry under the NBC awning...

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...but they were kicked out by security guards, who stayed nearby to make sure that everyone got adequately drenched.

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The fans really went all out, and made sure that the striking writers had an ample supply of pizza, pastries, and various snacks.

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Someone dropped off these adorable homemade cookies.

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And if you were still thirsty after downing some coffee and vitamin water, there was actually Xena water on hand.

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These ladies made their own t-shirts!

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Besides getting their pictures with the writers and actors, fans also got their pictures taken with other fans.

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One of the Xena fans took advantage of the free fencing lessons.

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...actually, I'm gonna guess that if you talk to the writers, Xena and Gabrielle weren't happy with every script.

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The Xena fans know their stuff. I bet there's not too many shows where the fans can actually name the writers.

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The writers thanked the fans for turning out.

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Today I learned that female science fiction writers identify each other by wearing pink hats. Kind of like how Children Television writers identify themselves by wearing diamond studded nipple rings.

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Battle On Writers!

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Even Puppet Monkeys support the writers!

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Fairness for all? Sounds reasonable to me. This lady flew in from Australia for the Xena convention this weekend. Like a lot of people that were there today, she changed her travel plans to come out early and show her support for the striking writers.

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The fans, like the WGA showed that they have strong resolve. I mean, it was 40 degrees out and this girl's wearing a mini-skirt!

photos by Heath Biter for LAist

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