Recap
Previously on Globturds: The Series…
Roundy and Curveball tried to take a “road trip to Mars” in their Mars Mobile 3000 — a duct-taped contraption of shopping carts and leaf blowers. It collapsed in the desert, leaving them covered in dust and soda foam. But Roundy swore: “Next time, we’ll really blast off to Mars!”
And so begins the Great Martian Blastoff.
The Sixteenth Experiment: Operation Blastoff
Back in Curveball’s backyard, the Globturds unveiled their new rocket:
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The base: a giant trash can painted red with “MARS OR BUST” written on the side
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Engines: hundreds of fireworks strapped to the bottom
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Cockpit: a kiddie pool with lawn chairs
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Fuel: crates of cola bottles and Mentos taped to the sides
Roundy proclaimed:
“Captain, with science and snacks combined, we shall conquer Mars!”
Curveball grinned, wearing swim goggles as a “space helmet.”
“And if we crash, at least we’ll have fireworks!”
The Countdown
Neighbors gathered again as Roundy shouted dramatically:
“3… 2… 1… IGNITION!”
Curveball dumped Mentos into the cola bottles, while Roundy lit the fireworks.
For one glorious second, the rocket rattled, smoke billowed, and sparks shot skyward.
Then… chaos.
The Disaster
The rocket launched six feet into the air, spun sideways, and exploded into a shower of fireworks and cola foam. Snacks rained from the sky like meteors. Curveball tumbled out, still clutching a bag of chips.
Neighbors cheered.
“Best fireworks show EVER!”
One kid shouted:
“Look, Mommy, astronauts!”
Mom replied:
“No, honey, that’s clowns with fire hazards.”
The Cliffhanger
Covered in soot, Roundy raised his fist.
“This was just the beginning! Next time, Captain… we’ll build a REAL Mars colony!”
Curveball, chewing on half-burnt chips, grinned.
“Sweet! First rule: Martians must share snacks!”
The crowd howled with laughter. Another failed mission, another ridiculous promise.
To Be Continued…
Thus ends Part 16 of the saga.
Next episode:
👉 “Colonizing Mars — Globturds Style”
Stay tuned.
