Eerie Indiana Drabble: Agitators

[froodle]

The washing machine was leaking again. Marshall fetched a large plastic mixing bowl from the half-forgotten box of kitchen supplies his parents had given him when he'd moved out and placed it beneath the small, steady trickle leaking from under the door.

Today there were fish mixed in amongst the suds. No bigger than his thumbnail and shining with the rainbow iridescence of a soap bubble, they darted back and forth amongst the cloudy depths, agitating the water around them as they went.

Marshall stared at them, then at the glass panel in the front of the washer. No way...

Ongoing Verse: Microwave



Preliminary sketch for a custom Sparky plush by Pixelkei

Finished Sparky plush by Pixelkei

Sparky 2 plush by Erik237

Sparky versus Manticore sketch by Kari L Korthals

The Bridge, in which there is not a troll, and Mars is very sad

Garden Warfare, in which the age-old rivalry between garden gnomes and lawn flamingoes finally boils over

Bonfire by froodle, in which Pinocchio is ruined forever

Lost and Found, in which the Unkind Ones honour one of their own

Chicken, in which something has made it's den in Eerie

Ruminant, in which there are witches, and also a goat

Good to Eat, in which Marshall investigates the Chickeniest Chicken Palace

Underwhelming, in which a cursed book fails to deliver

Virtual Reality, in which Things Incorporated branches out into the world of home entertainment

Mystery Box, in which Syndi helps the boys out

Numeracy, in which Marshall is not believed

Statistically Possible, in which Marshall is still not believed

Rules of War, in which there is a waterfight

Family Business, in which Marshall and Syndi help their dad out

Castle, in which there is unexpected architecture in Eerie

Budget Restraints, in which Simon and Marshall's disguises are somewhat lacklustre.

Concealment, in which there is a costume party

Party Guests, in which the costume party is attended

Targeted Marketing, in which Radford has a new advertising campaign, and Marshall has doubts

Controversial, in which Poplio's wrath is invoked

Film Festival, in which Poplio and Holly Golightly battle it out

Competing Traditions, in which there's nothing worse than an Easter weekend

Gingerbread by froodle, in which there is a witch in the Eerie Woods

Leaves by froodle, in which plantlife finds Marshall entirely too enticing

Defacement, in which the Eerie PD investigates a terrible crime

Foreseeable, in which an Eerie parade goes exactly as usual

Obvious, in which, in Dash's opinion, some people aren't worth saving

Loss Prevention, in which the boys investigate strange goings on at the Eerie Mall

Disco, in which there are ghouls, and disco balls

Pop Culture, in which Marshall dresses for Halloween

Offspring by froodle, in which there are dragons

Message in a Bottle, in which something is bugging Marshall

And Introducing... in which Dash X makes some powerful allies

Untouchable, in which the boys are dismayed by Eerie's fauna

Shattered Dreams, in which there are cosmic whales

Ewww... in which Simon makes poor choices

Divergent, in which Harley and Dash have a conversation

The Worst Christmas Ever, in which Marshall buys a pie from a food stall, and is very disappointed

The Off Season, in which a stakeout at Lake Eerie proves disappointing

Observations, in which there is suspicious activity on Wolf Mountain

Wildlife by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall go to the beach

Dinner Conversation, in which Syndi and Marshall revive an old argument

Don't Cross the Streams, in which Dash commits the cardinal sin

Sub-Aquatic, in which there are suspicious stains in the fountain

Aesthetics/Practicalities, in which Dash and Marshall clash over outerwear

Desired Effect, in which Simon and Marshall shop for decorations

Based on Your Previous Purchases by froodle, in which Mars should really pay attention to Amazon's reccomendations

Community Service, in which Dash refuses to quietly do his time

Technicalities, in which Simon is both disappointed, and mad

Golf Course, in which the re-seeding does not take as well as hoped

Housework by froodle, in which a rota cannot be agreed upon

Division of Labour, in which the eventually-agreed-upon rota may have overlooked a few things

Misleading, in which Grungy Bill struggles with the concept of French Toast

Breakfast by froodle, in which Dash's attempts at cookery do not go well

Ghost in the Machine by froodle, in which a new laptop opens an old wound

Consequences by froodle, in which an encounter with leprechauns leaves the boys very tired indeed

The Microwave by froodle, in which Andrea Fantucci returns to Eerie after a considerable absense

The Eldritch Abomination in the Room by froodle, in which the microwave is most definitely not discussed

Basic Household Maintenance by froodle, in which manticores are inconsiderate houseguests

The Lift, in which Marshall is not fooled

Torrential by froodle, in which there is a storm, and the boys eat ice-cream

Shortest Day, in which the lack of daylight takes effect

Neighbourly, in which Marshall tries to help out a person who might not even be there

Saturday Brunch, in which some eggs go awry

Upgrade?, in which the possibility of a new sofa is mooted

Linens by froodle, in which Dash X makes a bed

Bedtime, in which Marshall brushes his teeth

Bathtub, in which there is something in the pipes

Product Testing, in which there is something distressing on the breakfast table

Multiplicity, in which there are milkmen

Hound by froodle, in which Simon makes a friend

Night Music by froodle, in which Simon is woken by a nocturnal visitor

Houseshare, in which Sparky learns an important life lesson regarding Manticores

Sabotage, in which Marshall also learns an important life lesson regarding Manticores

Event Appropriate, in which Simon is startled

Inherent, in which evidence is destroyed and Marshall suspects a conspiracy

Inevitable, in which the weather is spiteful and the manticore is indifferent

In For The Night by froodle, in which Dash refuses to leave the house

Errands by froodle, in which Simon has a to-do list

Dinner Theatre, in which Marshall has trouble finishing his meal

Walkies, in which Simon takes his dog for a walk

Tractable, in which Sparky's new lead does not go well

Obedience, in which Sparky misbehaves and an ancient nature god is displeased

Play Date, in which Sparky mades some friends

The Bad News List, in which Dash makes an upsetting announcement

Stable, in which there is a Night Mare

Children Are Strange, in which there is a visitor

Morning Routine, in which Marshall brews coffee

Waterlogged by froodle, in which Eerie experiences heavy rainfall

A Form You Are Comfortable With, in which Marshall has car drama

Parking Spot, in which Marshall is particular

Antiquing, in which Marshall offers a helping hand to Mary C. Carter, and she's not that into it

Arboretum, in which Simon keeps the home fires burning

Belfast Disco, in which it is St. Patrick's Day in Eerie

Bulk Buy, in which Dash's rivalry with the leprechauns quite literally spills over to a shared office space

Incendiary, in which Marshall gets the wrong end of the shillelagh

Bright Lights, in which there is glitter

Explicit Lyrics, in which Sparky is a cheeky boy

Woozy, in which Marshall isn't well

Leisurewear, in which Dash has some time off

Tempest, in which the Sea Hag makes an appearance

Rescue, in which there are jackalope kittens

Turnip, in which Marshall dispenses some interesting facts

Plausible, in which there is damage to Marshall's car

Parking, in which Marshall struggles to parallel park and Dash is less than helpful

Rainbow by froodle, in which Dash fails to properly appreciate Michael Flatley

Premature, in which Simon is festive at exactly the wrong time

Too Far, in which Simon is once again thwarted

Jackolantern by froodle, in which the local pumpkin patch has a problem

Pest Control, in which Mayor Chisel is a dissatisfied customer

Pressure Tactics, in which the Mayor goes up against Eerie's ravens

Absent Friends, in which Wally and Simon share a moment

Reconnaissance, in which Dash is unhappy with his assignment

Changeable Conditions, in which the weather still hates Marshall

Trash Day, in which the bins need emptying

Cleanup, in which Dash is... himself.

Alternative Version, in which there is another Sparky

Shared Facilties, in which there is bathroom drama

The Fir Tree, in which there is further feline misbehaviour

Costumed Hero, in which Marshall is way too excited about left-over party trash

Clear Out, where the post-Christmas leftovers meet their doom

Project Research, in which there's something wrong with the tap water

Pixie Paste, in which Dash uses a garlic paste

Civic Duty, in which the Ladies Society for the Beautification of Eerie take up their positions

At The Dinner Table, in which an invitation is extended

Workaday, in which Simon heads to his job and encounters one of Harley's old foes

Moon Rabbit, in which Simon performs surgery

Presentation, in which Chisel has an edict, and Simon has a plan

Early Finish, in which there is a disturbance outside Simon's office



Ongoing Verse: Teller Family History



First Date by froodle, in which a young Edgar Teller shows off one of his earlier inventions

Breakfast Conversations, in which Syndi and Marshall are very small, and very much themselves

Under the Bed, in which Syndi has a friend over

Popcorn by froodle. Friday night is always movie night in the Teller household.

The Toll, in which a parcel arrives and there is a fee to pay

Charitable, in which there is fundraising for... something?

Door Prizes, in which here is a cake tin

Fountain, in which Marshall has an excuse, and Edgar does not agree

Belt Match, in which Algernon the Invincible saves the world

Volun-Told, in which Marshall takes preparation very seriously

Shears, in which Edgar is concerned for the contents of his garden shed

Parking, in which Marshall makes a hasty exit

The Teller Home for Displaced Youth by froodle, in which Edgar harbours some doubts about his new home town

Lawn by froodle, in which Marilyn Teller contemplaces some yardwork

Back to School, in which Marilyn visits the Eerie Mall

Distractions, in which Simon and Marshall walk home from school

Product Testing, in which Marshall and Syndi have input in the latest Things Incorporated invention

Film Festival, in which there is breakfast at Tiffanys, and much carnage

Cake Day, in which it is Marshall's birthday

Prestidigitation, in which Syndi poses as a fortune teller

Camoflage, in which Fifi has a plan to infiltrate the Teller household

Preventative Measures, in which Syndi and Marshall clash over a facemask

Gallery, in which Syndi and Marshall clash over art

Tornado Day, Revisited by froodle, in which Syndi learns exactly what it means to be Miss Tornado Day

Induction, in which the role of Miss Tornado Day comes with yet another hidden catch

Classes, in which Syndi trains for her new role

Competing Traditions, in which Dash and Marshall wait out the Easter weekend in the Teller's garage

Easter, in which Marshall receives a note

Truth in Advertising, in which Marshall is in trouble, and Radford is confused

Shampoo, in which Syndi is troubled by soapy residue

Wildlife by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall go to the beach

If You See Something, Say Something, in which Marshall is questioned by Sergeant Knight

The Party Fowl, in which Marilyn goes to some lengths to ensure Syndi keeps to curfew

The Party Fowl Cometh, in which the titular beast makes an appearance

Return of the Party Fowl, in which Syndi makes it home safely

Capability, in which there are Bigfoots

Nursemaiding, in which Syndi is much put-upon

Culinary Delights by froodle, in which Syndi's terrible cooking may or may not have been an accident

Confectionary, in which Syndi has been baking again

Pirates, in which there are pirates

Rules of War, in which there is a waterfight

Exterior, Garden, Night, in which there is camping

Camping by froodle, in which Syndi cannot sleep

Co-Defendants, in which Marshall seeks revenge

Artist in the Family by froodle, in which an immortal creature takes a liking to Syndi

Virtual Reality, in which Things Incorporated branches out into the realm of home entertainment

Dressed for the Occasion, in which Syndi's weather goddess duties require a certain look

Without Due Care and Attention by froodle, in which Syndi finally becomes mobile

Road Safety, in which Marshall does not

Typewriter, in which a familiar peacock logo makes an unwelcome reappearence

Golf Course, in which a reseeding does not go well

BBQ, in which the Tellers have a bonfire

Giveaway, in which Marshall buys a milkshake

Spa Day, in which Marshall has a gift for his sister

Prognostication Engine, in which horrorscopes are insufficiently detailed, and Marshall is cross

Hangover, in which Marshall drinks too much and makes a terrible enemy

Castle, in which there is unexpected architecture in Eerie

Concealment, in which there is a costume party

Party Guests, in which a costume party is attended

Waiting In by froodle, in which there is an ice-storm and a handyman does not arrive

Harmonic Resonance, in which Syndi's craft table is disturbed

Spoiled, in which the Tellers are menaced

Postal, in which there is gunfire, and letters

Drive, in which Edgar has a convertible, and is filled with fear

Food Aggression, in which Lisa-Marie comes to visit, and the Tellers sibling dynamics have not changed

Statistically Possible, in which Marshall has the figures

Misdirection, in which Syndi is a cunning and treacherous foe

Targeted Marketing, in which here are illuminated signs on taxis

Rare Appearance, in which there are egg rolls, and also ghosts

Brunch by froodle, in which Marilyn does not appreciate Edgar's help in the kitchen

Winter Picnic, in which there is snuggling

Corn Critters 7: Rise of the Super Crop, in which Marshall makes a grave mistake

Advent Calendar, in which Marilyn prepares for Christmas

Weaponised, in which Simon, Syndi and Marshall prepare for Christmas

Handmade by froodle, in which the Tellers receive a Christmas package from Marilyn's mother

Window Paint, in which Harley helps Eerie Elementary decorate for the season

Pantomime, in which the Tellers enjoy some traditional Christmas entertainment

Decorative, in which Eerie's wildlife get into the spirit, and Marshall is worried

Dinner Conversation, in which Marshall and Syndi revive an old argument

Poor Life Choices by froodle, in which Syndi loves her brother anyway

Public Spaces, in which there is a vampire, and Mayor Chisel appreciates municipal art

Lillian by froodle, in which Marilyn's mother has concerns

Visitor by froodle, in which Marshall's grandma comes to stay

Nap by froodle, in which Marshall has a quiet moment in the Secret Spot

Underwater, in which Lillian travels to another timeline, and has a much-overdue conversation

Cygnet, in which Lillian and Harley visit the lake

Auction, in which a clear-out is happening

Hand Me Down/Keepsake, in which the clear-out continues

Administrative, in which Things Incorporated's latest invention is very sad

Sickbed, in which Marshall has an upset stomach

War Zone, in which Marshall is sad, and Syndi is a good big sister

Salvage Rights, in which Lillian and Harley return to the lake

Housekeeping, in which there is a cult, and things get awkward

Hostage, in which Syndi is captured, and is very displeased

Hometown by froodle, in which Mars and Syndi visit New Jersey

Deterrent, in which there are pigeon spikes

Crafting, in which Syndi is about to graduate from college

Mixed Media Messages, in which there is glitter

Fresh Sheets by froodle

Product Testing, in which Things Incorporated's newest beverage is... something.

Tradition by froodle, in which Dash and Marshall decorate a Christmas tree

Civic Duty, in which the Ladies Society for the Beautification of Eerie take up their posts

The Craft, in which the Ladies encounter the all-female wolf pack from Trick 'r Treat

A Time for Giving, in which it is Christmas, and Danielle comes back

Eww... in which Simon is making bad relationship choices

Freelancing, in which Sara Sue does graphic design

At the Dinner Table, in which an invitation is extended, and Dash is suspicious

Presentation, in which the Mayor has an edict, and Simon has a plan