Eerie, Indiana fanfiction: Targeted Marketing

[froodle]

“Run!” said the lighted sign on the taxi roof. “Run! Run! Run!” it flashed, the letters backlit a sickly yellow-green against the black background.

Marshall’s stomach dropped. He stepped away from the curb, his eyes darting this way and that, seeking the oncoming danger. Simon turned to look up at him, his brow furrowed in confusion, mouth open to ask the question, and Marshall pointed at the bright yellow cab sedately making its way down the street towards them.

“Run for your life!” flickered the sign. “Sign up for the Eerie Relay Race in Deadwood Park! Raising money for Eerie Cancer Support!”

“Oh,” said Marshall with a sigh of relief.

Simon gave him a worried look.

“You know it’s only voluntary, right?” he asked. “The town doesn’t make sporting events compulsory anymore.”

“I know,” said Marshall. He’d still been in Jersey during the Sponsored Toddle of ’88, but he’d seen the archived footage of a looming mud-giant snatching plastic tiaras and glittering superhero capes from screaming pre-schoolers in brightly-coloured safety vests. “I thought it was something else.”

The taxi turned the corner ahead of them.

“No, really Mars,” it said. “You’ve gotta run. Danger everywhere.”

Marshall cursed.

“Doesn’t your sister have a Saturday job at EerieCabs?” asked Simon.

“Yeah,” said Marshall, making a rude gesture at the departing taxi. “She’s helping them test Dad’s new targeted mobile marketing technology.”

“It’s pretty impressive,” said Simon, as the sign changed to an all-caps declaration of Marshall’s bedwetting tendencies.

“I hate her,” said Marshall, gritting his teeth. Simon tried unsuccessfully to stifle a giggle.





Trusted Associates, Inc.

Halloween by froodle, in which Mars and Simon celebrate a Von Orloff-free All Hallows Eve

Surprise by froodle, in which Mars tries to make sure Simon's birthday goes a little better this year

The Glade by froodle, in which Simon and Mars visit a place that only exists on February 29th

Egg Hunt by froodle, in which Simon and Mars partake of some traditional Easter activities

Boardwalk by froodle, in which Simon and Mars are swayed by radio advertising

Lady in Red by froodle, in which Simon experiments on the old-fashioned radio in the Secret Spot, and horror ensues

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

Seafoam by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall go to the seaside

A Night at the Circus by froodle, in which a carnivale comes to town, and Marshall and Simon do not enjoy themselves

Taking a Break by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall enjoy some much-needed R&R

Model Railway by froodle, in which a new business prepares to open in Eerie

Shoreline by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall investigate strange happenings on the shores of Lake Eerie

Parade by froodle, in which Mars takes issue with the Eerie Beekeepers Association's choice of mascot

Homestead by froodle, in which Marshall finally gets something useful out of shop class

Hound by froodle, in which Simon makes a friend

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

Slyboots by froodle, in which a certain corporal of the infernal regions comes to Eerie. Crossover with Johannes Cabal the Necromancer.

Waterlogged by froodle, in which Eerie experiences heavy rainfall

Festival by froodle, in which Eerie's local businesses celebrate the summer

Strawberry by froodle, in which there is unauthorised hubbub in Eerie

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

Facilities by froodle, in which the Eerie Bus Station and Supper Club has a problem with the men's toilet

Anticipation by froodle, in which Simon and Harley look forward to the Equinox

Castle by froodle, in which there is unexpected architecture in Eerie

Visitor in which Marshall's grandma comes to stay

Euclid by froodle, in which Marshall and Simon investigate strange events at the Eerie Cemetery

The Hut by froodle, in which Simon takes on the forces of Eerie solo





Teller Family History

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

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

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

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

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

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

Camping by froodle, in which Syndi cannot sleep

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fresh Sheets by froodle

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

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

Comments

[deifire]

Yes, evil big sister Syndi!

Taxi driving has to be an interesting job in Eerie...

[froodle]

I imagine they have a big problem with farejumpers in the form of phantom hitchhikers.

[evilinsanemonkey]

and the prank wars continue!

love this

[froodle]

Poor mars. So outclassed.

[evilinsanemonkey]

Syndi is the master

[froodle]

As is her rightful place as the oldest.