Pagan biker gang badges are a significant aspect of the subculture and represent a form of visual communication and identity expression within these groups. These badges often feature distinctive symbols and designs that hold deep meaning and symbolism for bikers who affiliate themselves with the Pagan motorcycle club. The Pagan motorcycle club is one of the oldest and most notorious outlaw biker gangs in the United States. Established in the 1950s, the gang has since grown to have a significant presence in several states. Pagan biker gang badges serve as identifiers for members of the group and display their loyalty and commitment to the club's values and lifestyle. They often incorporate various symbols, such as the club's logo of a red-eyed, sword-wielding Viking, which represents the gang's fierce and warrior-like image.
They often incorporate various symbols, such as the club's logo of a red-eyed, sword-wielding Viking, which represents the gang's fierce and warrior-like image. The badges worn by Pagan bikers are not simply decorative; they hold significant meaning and are seen as a representation of allegiance and brotherhood. One common element found on these badges is the affiliation with specific chapters of the Pagan motorcycle club.
Category: Merlin the Magic Mouse and Second Banana
Directed by Bob McKimson; Story by Cal Howard; Animation by Ted Bonnicksen, LaVerne Harding, Jim Davis, Ed Solomon, and Norman McCabe; Layouts by Bob Givens, and Jaime Diaz; Backgrounds by Bob Abrams; Film Editor: Hal Geer; Voice Characterization by Larry Storch; Musical Direction by William Lava. A Merrie Melody released on June 28, 1969.
You know, Merlin the magic mouse has spent every cartoon of his career so far in the USA. It really is a shame that he hoards his amazing feats of wonder (*cough*) away from the rest of the world. Aw, what the hey! For this, his final performance, he will perform in a different country. Picking one at random is the fun part!
Since he’s been a good sidekick, Merlin decides to let Second Banana be the one to pinpoint their destination for prestidigitation. He gives the kid a dart, and tells him to throw it at the spinning globe. After Merlin pulls the dart out of himself, he tells the kid they’ll just blindfold and spin him instead. After getting his eye poked, Merlin rescinds S.B.’s picking privileges, and decides they’re going to the emerald isle.
They travel by magic carpet, and it gets caught on a tree that I thought was part of the background. (It just goes by so fast!) This causes them to land on top of some shamrocks, and more importantly, some guy’s lawn. The lawn in question, belongs to a leprechaun named O’Reilly, who looks like kinda like a smurf that was designed by Dr. Seuss. I swear, just give the guy a couple of those half-moon pupils.
Don’t tell me you can’t see it
Anyhow, O.R. isn’t happy to see trespassers, and S.B. isn’t happy to be labeled as one. Does this guy know who he’s talking to? Merlin the magic mouse, that’s who! Maybe a demonstration of his powers is in order? Merlin’s got a great trick that a moose showed him once. You pull a rabbit out of a hat you see. But rabbits are a bit bigger than mice and leprechauns, so I can’t really be disappointed to find Merlin’s rabbit is a puppet.
The leprechaun isn’t impressed and decides to show the two a REAL trick. He makes Merlin’s watch disappear. When Merlin asks for it back, Reilly makes himself disappear. It was magic AND a trick! He’s keeping the watch, as he likes watches. Is that something leprechauns are known for? I thought they wasted their time hoarding cereal, and shining shoes.
O’Reilly says that if they can catch him, they can have the watch back. The mice chase the thief, but he leads them off a cliff. Merlin makes a paper airplane for them to ride in, and they crash into a tree. You’d think Merlin’s magic could be used to get a hold of that watch but he’s just going to use a trap instead. If you can believe it, Reilly actually falls for it. But I guess since the trap caught him, he doesn’t have to keep his end of the bargain, as he magics himself away.
His house was pretty close by, and Merlin once more demands the watch. (So angry is he, that he takes half a step back, rather than forward.) O’Reilly decides to make amends by giving the two a whole bag of watches. (He usually sells the things on the street at jacked up prices to unsuspecting brownies.) Merlin agrees to this, and he and his… son? (Are these two related?) are on their way again. (To another locale. The locals have cost Ireland its chance.)
Merlin has plans for these watches. He’ll sell them on the street at jacked up prices to unsuspecting voles! And it’s at that decision that the timepieces disappear. (Leprechauns are dicks.) But there is ticking up ahead! It’s Big Ben, and the mice visit him firsthand. And secondhand and hourhand too!
Favorite Part: Meeting O.R. When he says he’s a leprechaun, S.B. asks “Oh, really?” and is answered with “No, O’Reilly.” (Yeah, it’s a weak pun, but I’d never heard it before. And I happen to like puns.)
Personal Rating: 2
Posted on October 20, 2019 August 16, 2020Each chapter is assigned a number, and members proudly display these numbers on their badges to signify their membership and connection to a particular location. In addition to chapter affiliation, Pagan biker gang badges may also incorporate other symbols and imagery that reflect the gang's values and beliefs. These symbols often include elements associated with Norse mythology, such as Thor's hammer (Mjölnir) or Valknut, a symbol associated with Odin. These symbols not only express the gang's affinity for Viking mythology but also represent strength, power, and protection. It is important to note that while Pagan biker gang badges serve as a means of identification and expression within the club, they can also be seen as a form of intimidation and provocation towards rival gangs or law enforcement. The display of these badges in public spaces can be seen as a show of dominance and territorial claim, further highlighting the subculture's rebellious and outlaw image. Overall, Pagan biker gang badges play a vital role in the visual communication and identity expression within the Pagan motorcycle club. Through the use of symbols and imagery, these badges serve as identifiers for members, showcasing their affiliation and commitment to the gang's values and lifestyle..
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