Ringo’s diagnostics—via Berry—were clear; a four out of five—or eight out of ten, Diego reasoned—chance to win, and a one-in-fifty-five-thousand chance to lose their grip on the podium completely. They were under strict instructions to not even consider that as an option, though Diego’s mind drifted naturally to it anyway; what else in their life had such low odds, yet still happened?
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Marble League 2025: Sunset
Orlango’s beach was perfect for a postcard — its sun-kissed sands and glittering waves, its cotton-white clouds in the sky which were trimmed with silver in daytime and gold in sunset, its seafoam which swirled in hypnotic eddies, round and round.
ML2024 Memo #5: Beyond The Horizon
Glidavik’s limited daylight had run out by the time all the decorations were put up, but it was just as well. As Bumble rounded the corner, Foggy connected the plugs, causing all the lights to turn on at once and a gasp of delight from the captain.
“Thank you so much for your help,” smiled Bumble as Foggy descended.
Back on Track
The Raspberry Racers had dealt with hardships before, but not quite like the recent Marbula One season. Despite Rubow’s hype upon their return from a one year hiatus, their home performance only amassed a single point, with the rest of the season following a similar trend, ultimately ending with 5 scoreless races. This was the team’s first dead last performance.
Hearts Aflutter and Minds Abuzz
Fragmented rose-pink clouds decorated the orange-yellow sky. A thin morning haze hung over the city streets down below. The moon had disappeared beneath the horizon and the sun, burning the wispy edges of the clouds with its light, had emerged in its place.
The cycle of the heavens was beginning anew, and a new day was breaking over Buzznya.
ML2023 Memo #3: Riding a Fine Line
Following Razzy’s injury, Ruzzy had stepped in as the Raspberry Racers’ finalist in Marble League 2020’s Hurdles. Pit against three athletes who had prepared months in advance for the event, the odds were stacked against the reserve who had been watching from the stands just moments ago. Yet in an incredible upset, they’d claimed theContinue reading “ML2023 Memo #3: Riding a Fine Line”
RetRollSpective – Wolfpack
Hello and welcome to another RetRollSpective, where we reflect on the history of marble sports teams that have competed in the tournaments of Jelle’s Marble Runs. This time, we’re going to focus on the Wolfpack, a team that debuted in Marble League Showdown 2022. Read on to find out how this team has hunted downContinue reading “RetRollSpective – Wolfpack”
RetRollSpective – Valiant Violets
Hello, and welcome to another RetRollSpective, where we reflect on the history of marble sports teams that have competed in the tournaments of Jelle’s Marble Runs. This time, we’re going to cruise on over to the Valiant Violets, a team that blends in with the history of the Hubelino Tournament. Read on to learn howContinue reading “RetRollSpective – Valiant Violets”
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”
RetRollSpective – Raspberry Racers
Hello and welcome to another RetRollSpective, where we reflect on the history of marble sports teams that have appeared in the tournaments of Jelle’s Marble Runs. This time, we’re racing over to the Raspberry Racers, champions of Marble League 2019 and runners-up of Marble League 2021. Read on to find out how this team, as robustContinue reading “RetRollSpective – Raspberry Racers”
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