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Our Friends the Machines.P1

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Our Friends the Machines.P1 [Evan had played earlier via email exchange: his input is integrated into the action.] Intro : It’s late Summer of 1986 . Local Loop designers have created a hot new line of toys: transforming robots to be manufactured right here in Boulder City! A boost to the job market and local economy. Hyped since 4 th -Of-July, in commercials, cartoon shows, and comic books, the kids have been saving to buy their own.  The radio advertises, “ Transmorphers , more than meets the eyes. Come on out to your local Toy Town store Thursday, 4pm, for the grand opening sale. The mayor will be there along with the toy creators themselves, Ellen Voss and Ursula Kerr . The good Convoys versus the evil Deceivers are waiting for you.” The kids have already set their eyes on their favorite: Eric (Mike): Convoy EXEKUTOR PROMO – black Saab Sedan. Zooms on 2 wheels and flips to reverse. Lukas (Aaron): Deceiver SHARP F-15. Flashing ...

Summer Camp.P2 Conclusion

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Summer Camp.P2 Conclusion (Ein, Eric, Lukas, Vicky, Jack, Ace) Friday, June 20 th : The rest of the day’s scheduled activities were disrupted by the aftermath of the canoe race incident. Ein was the talk of the camp, having rescued Jenny. “Weren’t you scared?! We saw Eric also fall in… so brave of you Ein to save him too.” Eric knew better but kept his thoughts to himself. As for Vicky, no-one seemed to notice the 1 st -place ribbon she wore. “What did you get that for?” That evening around the campfires, it was Jack’s turn to tell ghost stories: Saturday, 21 st : Finally! Ace was released from the clinic to join his friends. “What did I miss?” At least he had time to get to know Gunhilda who checked in daily on his progress ( a Contact ). Take a Hike : After lunch, they gathered at the boys’ central cabin for hiking lessons. Gertie began the lesson, “OK kids, today we are going to learn about stride and count and compass reading.” After measuring and realizing their stride (on...