One track in the Marble Rally can change fortunes, and wouldn’t H2 Blue know it: two back-to-back races at Doornse Gat led to two medals. The rallyist finished first just an hour ago, and the thrill of victory still coursed through them. All this energy, they thought, had to be shaken off: they had toContinue reading “MRS7 Memo #7: High Noon, High Tides”
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MRS7 Memo #6: What Goes Around Rolls Around
Quicksilver was beginning to tire of the consequences of their actions. One kind gesture to RN3 and they were suddenly whisking them away to a quaint little meadow that nobody seemed to know about and presenting them with another box.
MRS7 Memo #5: It Takes Two
Wearing their shiny gold medal, Ducktape had spent the last few hours reveling in their resounding victory. They kept a close eye on the time, though – as soon as a hint of sundown neared, the purplish marble made their way to the hilly patches of Dopersduin, only to see that another marble had reached first.
MRS7 Memo #4: A Summer Night’s Dream
Having finally finished with the post-race circus, Blue Moon flopped onto the grass with a yawn. The gloomy skies had given way to alternating clumps of sun and cloud, periodically lightening and darkening the air around them.
Out of the corner of their eye, they saw Summer Sky wading across the meadow in their direction and sat up. Blue Moon waved as the lighter blue marble drew closer.
MRS7 Memo #3: A Reflection in Silver
Finally free from scrutineering, Big Pearl retreated to their tent at the bottom of Doornse Gat. Sitting down to take it all in, they began replaying the events of the race in their head. The good start, the double pass on the berm, the whole second half battle with Marbly McMarbleface. The memories of theContinue reading “MRS7 Memo #3: A Reflection in Silver”
MRS7 Memo #2: My Way
“A picture is worth a thousand words.” This might be the case for a blurry selfie on the podium with Superball and Pollo Loco, after an intense battle during the second race of this year’s Marble Rally. Tired yet euphoric, Reflektor was at the top step for their first time ever in a main leagueContinue reading “MRS7 Memo #2: My Way”
MRS7 Memo #1: Black and White and Green With Envy
Sit still. Blink sand out of your eyes. Sit still. Blink away sand. More sand. Sit still. And repeat… Across the track, on the other side of the bankings, was Superball. On Ghost Plasma’s behest, Dragon’s Egg had spent the past fifteen minutes watching them together, unnoticed, from behind one of the emptied-out fan stands.Continue reading “MRS7 Memo #1: Black and White and Green With Envy”
Who’s Tearing Up the Sand in 2024?
In Season 7 of the Marble Rally, 20 racers will compete over tracks both made of sand and built over other terrains. As they look to tear up the sand in 2024, we on Project Marblearth profiled the racers’ stories: the long-time winners, fan favorites, and surprise contenders.
Out of the Rolling – Event 9: Dazed with Destiny
Suddenly, Momomo felt dizzy. Their breathing became shallow as the starting gate at Snowflake Slope lifted and the bobsled entered the track. “Is everything okay?” asked Momo. “I don’t know. It’s really cold up here.” “But you’re all bundled up. It’s just a short sprint down,” assured Mo. “No…everything’s spinning,” said Momomo as snow kickedContinue reading “Out of the Rolling – Event 9: Dazed with Destiny”
Out of the Rolling – Event 7: Food for Thought
“Thank you for waiting!” A waiter said, smiling as they placed a giant platter that resembled a painter’s palette on the table in front of them. “Here’s one Chef’s Palette for the both of you. Please enjoy!” The food arrived in front of Rojo Uno and Frost who were chatting. They welcomed the food withContinue reading “Out of the Rolling – Event 7: Food for Thought”
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