As the Pinkies steered their raft past the finish line, we heard a fan yelping from the Raspberry Racers’ grandstands.
“REDEMPTION FOR 2019! TAKE THAT, YOU MIGHTY DUCKS! RO-RO-ROBUST!”
“RAAASPBERRY!” their fellow fans cheered.
Though disappointed that their host team had placed 7th, Mascot Skipper was enthused by the fans’ excitement.
“Witnessing moments like that brings validation to the work we do as officials and organizers. And it makes our victories all the sweeter!”
“It’s a relief to me, really,” chimed in Coach Berry. “After our first run, I was worried we’d get stuck again like BoC and the Wisps. But my team kept on going.”
“Our team handled their first run like snails,” joked Manager Nectar. “But…”
“Their second run was as good as water striders!” exclaimed Manager Beeline. “They’ve really brought the sting this season.”
“The bumbles are indeed rumbling,” added Nectar. “With Stinger and Hive on the team, the roster has never felt so energized!”
“Buzznya has never been so excited,” Coach Queen continued. “Marbles across our region rooting for the Bumblebees and Hornets as one team, with two ML bronzes… it’s like a bee-ver…I mean, fever dream.”
“Puns aside, we’re satisfied,” finished Beeline.
We caught up with Coach Pinky Promise shortly before the medal ceremony, who had little to say but a large smile on their face. “Why be satisfied when you can be in full bloom?” they asked us, slinking away as we pondered their comment.
We were left with Coach Berry, also on their way to the podium.
“Today, my team made the most out of a dire situation, and as robust as could be, they triumphed. I’m proud of them…but I don’t know if they’re in full bloom. If there’s one team right now who’s seeing green as clear as day, I think we know which team that is.”
And with that, Coach Berry departed, ready to celebrate their podium moment.
Credits
- Writer: Stynth
- Graphic Designer: Jelle’s Marble Runs
- Reference: Marble Race: ML22 E7: Rafting | Jelle’s Marble Runs
- Release: 22/11/2022
Project Marblearth 