i think that is too obvious...the mods will figure it out... but I like the don't worry , we are almost there...let me think about the rest.
I agree, way too obvious. Once they catch on, the mods will not be happy campers. Also, the moderators for the LU gallery are perfectionists when it comes to approving gallery pics. If it doesn't 100% comply with the rules, they won't let it through.
EDIT: I forgot to mention that the members are much more observant than the mods. If they catch on to what we're trying to do, they'll report it.
Really? I've been able to mention both MLNO and MLN Team in comments, and I've mentioned/spoofed several non-lego stories/comics in my stories. Maybe the mods just like me

lol, jk.
You're right about the pics, though; however, one trick that's gotten a lot past them is changing a word or two, then resubmitting it. As far as photos go, the mods seem to understand that sometimes you can't get any better photos.
Also, I don't think the members in the LUCL will report us. The ones interested in LU seem to be the same ones who'll let a few things slide.
As far as story ideas: if the story of people going to MLNO/MLN Team seems too obvious, what about people coming from there? That is the purpose of the "Start a Story" challenge after all...
Where would your minifigure enter LEGO Universe and how would it get there?
Yeah, but if it's that obvious, people will catch on. The mods are much less strict on the MB's than the LU gallery.