During their MFC days, the Pinkies had begun a victory tradition. For each medal earned, they would get an at-table barbecue and follow it with a round of karaoke. It had continued until the 2022 League, where blowing their voices out after every piece of hardware earned quickly became incompatible with the sheer and suddenContinue reading “ML2023 Memo #6: All is Fair in Tug-of-War”
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ML2023 Memo #4: The Weight of Victory
To lose the battle but win the war. It was an expression that Stinger had once heard, though they were long past remembering the context for it. As it had been explained to them, it meant to give away something of relatively minor importance but ultimately emerge the victor in a given conflict. If defeatContinue reading “ML2023 Memo #4: The Weight of Victory”
ML2022 Memo #11: Swing Wave
“We’ve shone into victory,” exulted Shiny, watching Sterling smile while rolling their eyes. “Some would say we’ve risen to the occasion. But it’s really a surprise to all of us.” Sterling looked down, clasping their two golds. “In fact, we’re spinning around with excitement!” interjected Sparkle, whisking away their team to rouse up their fanContinue reading “ML2022 Memo #11: Swing Wave”
ML2022 Memo #5: Relay
“We’re back!” Minty Fresh exclaimed as they received their bronze among the rest of their teammates. “We’re back at last!” With their medal, the Minty Maniacs had risen from last to 13th overall. “This is just the first of so much to come,” promised Minty Swirl, adding, “We’re in Mint Condition!” The rest of theContinue reading “ML2022 Memo #5: Relay”
A Farewell From Felynia
Friday, 10 September 2021, 1:49 PM Felynia Standard Time Fireworks are still setting off from the roof of Felynia Coliseum, dotting the dimming burnt sierra sky with pupils of color as I open my bag, searching for my press pass as I descend the stands towards the arena. A security officer, who I recognize asContinue reading “A Farewell From Felynia”
The Race of Our Lives
Eleven racers can win the Marble League Championship for their team in the final event of ML2021. How are they training for what will be a career-defining race for each of them? Find out in the Project Marblearth Feature Article, The Race Of Our Lives.
Marbula One Season 2 / Pre-Marble League 2021 Offseason Moments – Part 2
This is Part 2 of Nordique Whaler’s Offseason Moments series. For Part 1, click here. For Part 3, click here. For Part 4, click here. Tumbletown I planned to be in Tumbletown the next day, where the Raspberry Racers were hosting a Meet and Greet with the team. I bought these tickets in advance. IContinue reading “Marbula One Season 2 / Pre-Marble League 2021 Offseason Moments – Part 2”
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