Once upon a time, in an imaginary playground suspended in the sky, there lived two peculiar beings named Yip and Yap. They were furry creatures shaped like peanuts, with large protruding spherical eyes—one eye larger than the other. The playground was a mesmerizing sight, consisting of wooden platform rings interconnected by bridges and supported by towering wooden poles at its center. Yip and Yap were the only inhabitants of this enchanting realm.

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Yip and Yap spent their days exploring the playground, leaping from one platform to another, and gazing at the breathtaking view below. They reveled in their shared adventures, relishing every moment they spent together.

Yip had always been the imaginative one, constantly conjuring up new games and stories for them to enjoy. With a twinkle in his smaller eye, he would dream of new worlds and fantastical landscapes. Yap, on the other hand, had a more practical nature. His larger eye glistened with curiosity and a desire to uncover hidden secrets.

Their lives were peaceful and harmonious until one day, an unexpected change occurred. Yap stumbled upon a hidden passage that led to the heart of the playground. Deep within the core, Yap discovered a magical artifact—a relic from the ancient Demoscene, a subculture of digital art from the '90s. This artifact had the power to transform the personalities of those who possessed it.

Intrigued by its potential, Yap couldn't resist the temptation to harness its power. He picked it up, and with a flicker of energy, Yap's personality underwent a dramatic shift. No longer the curious and gentle creature he once was, Yap became mischievous and power-hungry.

Yap's newfound malevolence sent shockwaves through their idyllic world. Platforms that were once safe and stable now became treacherous and unstable. Yip, realizing the danger, attempted to reason with Yap, hoping to bring his old friend back to his senses. But Yap was consumed by his dark desires and refused to listen.

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As Yap's malevolence grew, the playground's balance and harmony crumbled. The wooden poles at the center, which represented the pillars of their friendship, began to waver under the weight of Yap's corrupted spirit.

In their darkest hour, a glimmer of hope emerged. Yip remembered a legend passed down through the generations of their kind—a tale of a mystical blockchain known as Tezos. It was said to hold the power to restore balance and righteousness to any corrupted realm.

With a renewed sense of determination, Yip sought a solution that would allow them to stay within the confines of their beloved playground. He delved into the depths of the Demoscene relic, unraveling its secrets. Within the artifact, he discovered a hidden mechanism—a remarkable plotter, a mechanical arm capable of precise and artistic drawings with a pen.

Armed with the plotter, Yip harnessed its creative prowess to manifest Tezos' power within the playground itself. Intricate patterns and designs began to emerge on the wooden platforms, crafted by the plotter's precise movements.

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Yap, now confronted with Yip's intricate creations, was captivated by their beauty. The patterns told stories of their shared experiences and the joy they had once known. Yap's heart softened as he recognized the significance of their bond.

Regret washed over Yap, and he longed for redemption. With each stroke of the plotter's pen, the corrupted aspects of his personality began to fade. The playground regained its stability, and a sense of harmony permeated the air.

Yip and Yap continued to explore their beloved realm, their friendship stronger than ever. They marveled at the intricate artwork that adorned their surroundings, a testament to the power of creativity and reconciliation.

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And as the sun set on their enchanted playground, Yip and Yap's laughter echoed through the air—a harmonious symphony of their renewed friendship, forever bound within the whimsical realm they called home. The plotter stood as a reminder of their transformative journey, forever imprinted in the stories and allegories it etched upon their hearts.


A fairy tale inspired by Piter Pasma's "Yip & Yap's Imaginary Playground", written with ChatGPT.

I am a digital media artist and UX designer with humanistic and technical background. Internet is a natural part of my everyday life and I constantly pursue innovation.

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