Clockatopia

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Summary

Let's explore a world where time-clock-shaped fantasy people live, exploring themes of poverty, class, societal structure, and a culture of victim-blaming. Come with me; let's take a deep dive into human instincts

Status
Complete
Chapters
9
Rating
n/a
Age Rating
16+

Race Against Time

In the world of Clockatopia, the sun that all see is a giant clock named the "Master Clock." It hangs over a vast, expanding desert plagued by strong windstorms.

In this harsh land, everyone is talking about the upcoming marathon. On a bumpy, watch-bracelet-style bench sits Robby, a courageous, charismatic, and rebellious young man popular among the people. He coughs, his throat raw from the sandy wind. Next to him is Stella, a slightly annoying, clumsy, yet good-hearted girl. Robby and Stella have been friends since childhood, but their conversations are always a battleground, their words an constant invitation to a fight. They live opposite each other, and their parents are friends and neighbors. Stella's family is one of the wealthier families in the area and among the few to own a television.

Robby and Stella head into their homes and turn on the TV to find out the date of the marathon. As luck would have it, the date is announced: the "Race Against Time" will be held one week from today.The most awaited marathon of clockatopia