The morning after the takedown of Ivan Krasikov, the city was abuzz with the news of the corruption scandal that had rocked the full-contact curling world. Newspapers heralded Briane Harris as a fallen star who had found redemption, his face splashed across front pages as a symbol of integrity regained. In the quiet sanctuary of … Read More “The Curling Scandal Episode 4: New Beginnings” »
Category: The Mandoleer’s Folly Series
The brisk air of the arena was charged with tension as Celine Ebner, disguised in the opulence of a high-roller, mingled among the crowd. Her eyes, sharp and calculating, swept across the rink where the match was set to unfold. Ivan Krasikov, the target of their sting, was visible in the VIP section, his demeanor … Read More “The Curling Scandal Episode 3: The Takedown” »
Celine Ebner’s determination hardened as she sifted through the tangled web of deceit within the full-contact curling world. Together with the RCSC team, she embarked on a journey that would take them into the murky depths of a sport now clouded by scandal. In a nondescript café on the outskirts of the Alberta Sector, Celine … Read More “The Curling Scandal Episode 2: The Investigation Begins” »
In the dimly lit backroom of a bustling sports bar in the Alberta Sector, Briane Harris, a renowned full-contact curling player, faced his gravest challenge yet—not on the ice, but across the table from Ivan Krasikov, a notorious mobster with a cold smile. “Briane,” Ivan began, his voice smooth as the ice of the curling … Read More “The Curling Scandal Episode 1: On Thin Ice” »
The excitement of the exhibition opening at the Tell Us Institute of Science was abruptly shattered when five masked gunmen stormed into the hall. As the first speaker took the podium, they barked orders, forcing everyone to kneel and surrender their valuables. The crowd, a mix of adults and children, complied in terrified silence. In … Read More “The Tell Us Party: Episode 4” »
The night before the grand opening of the exhibition at the Tell Us Institute of Science was as serene as the sprawling luxury hotel could offer. The Mandoleer’s Folly crew, along with their distinguished passengers, enjoyed the comfort provided by their plush surroundings—a stark contrast to their usual quarters aboard the ship. Spacedawg, despite the … Read More “The Tell Us Party: Episode 3” »
The heart of the exhibit at the Tell Us Institute of Science was a breathtaking tribute to the clandestine crime-fighting technology of the early 20th century. As the crew of the Mandoleer’s Folly approached, their eyes were drawn to the large display titled, “Clandestine Crime Fighting Technology of the Early 20th Century.” A historical movie … Read More “The Tell Us Party: Episode 2” »
The bridge of the Mandoleer’s Folly hummed with the quiet buzz of anticipation as the crew prepared for a special mission that took them beyond the usual call of duty. Celine Ebner, now more frequently on the command deck than in the field, studied the incoming message from RCSC Command with a thoughtful frown. “The … Read More “The Tell Us Party: Episode 1” »
The chaos was instant and all-consuming as the alarm blared through Mason City, Mason Stanley’s private domain. A cool, disembodied female voice cut through the din, systematically announcing the presence of intruders. Spacedawg Pauly and Maelstrom, the formidable pair from the Mandoleer’s Folly, exchanged quick glances, assessing their rapidly deteriorating situation. “There,” Spacedawg pointed towards … Read More “The Drumheller Incident: Episode 9” »
In the dim light of the Mandoleer’s Folly command center, Spacedawg Pauly initiated a secure comm link with Commander Celine Ebner at the Lair. His face, usually calm and collected, was drawn with concern. “Celine, we’ve got a situation,” Spacedawg began, his voice low. “We’ve traced Mason Stanley to his private moon in the Banff … Read More “The Drumheller Incident: Episode 8” »