
Smash Fever
By Storybird

08 Aug, 2023

Gogo Matsumoto, a spunky 13-year-old with a passion for all things video games, sat comfortably on her plush bean bag chair. In her hands was the latest Nintendo OLED, her eyes were fixated on her current obsession, Super Smash Bros Ultimate.

With a determined air, she selected her favorite character, Pikachu, and set out to battle. Her heart pounded with excitement as she jumped, dashed, and launched powerful thunder jolts to take down her opponents.

A knock on her bedroom door startled her. "Gogo! Dinner time!” her mother called from outside. Gogo glanced at the clock. She groaned, "Just a moment, mom!" she replied, not wanting to leave in the middle of her game.

But alas, her belly growled, a traitor to her cause. Reluctantly, Gogo put the Nintendo OLED down and shuffled out of her room. The smell of her favorite curry wafted through the house, making her growl again.

Over dinner, she chatted with her family about school, friends, and homework. But her mind was clearly elsewhere - in the epic world of Super Smash Bros Ultimate. When her sister mentioned a character from another game, Gogo’s interest was piqued.

"Did you know that Dragon Quest’s Hero is in Smash too?" her sister asked with a smirk. Gogo almost choked on her curry. She had no idea! Dragon Quest was her second favorite game. She couldn't wait to get back to her room.

After dinner, she pounced back on her bean bag, and her fingers danced swiftly over the OLED, excitedly selecting Hero. As Hero, Gogo had a whole new array of attacks to master.

She spent the next hour practicing Hero's moveset, casting spells, blocking attacks, and harnessing the power of magic to defeat adversaries. Her eyes were wide with excitement, a wide grin plastered on her face.

As she battled, she felt a sense of kinship with her character, like when she battled as Pikachu. But Hero was different. He was a swordfighter. His style was unique, and Gogo reveled in it.

She delved deeper into the game, exploring new stages, unlocking new spirits, and challenging herself in the World of Light Adventure mode. She was unstoppable, her energy boundless.

"Gogo, it's bedtime!" brought Gogo back into reality. "Five more minutes, mom!" she pleaded. Of course, Gogo knew "five more minutes" was code for "until I can no longer keep my eyes open".

Each battle was an adrenaline rush, each victory a triumph. She learned new strategies, analyzed opponent patterns, and became a master of dodge and counterattacks.

But as the night grew deeper, her eyes began to droop. By the time she reached the final boss, she could barely keep them open. Her hands were sluggish, her responses delayed.

Still, Gogo kept going. She was determined to beat the final boss, to prove to herself that she could. She tried time and time again, but each attack from the boss was met with a slow response.

The final blow came not from the boss, but from sleep. Gogo felt herself drifting, her hands finally stilling. Her Nintendo OLED slipped from her fingers, landing safely on the beanbag.

Her mother peeked in to find Gogo fast asleep, Nintendo OLED still brightly lit in her lap. She smiled, gently removed the console, and dimmed the light in Gogo's room. Another day of gaming had come to an end.

But for Gogo, the adventure was far from over. In her dreams, she battled brilliantly, her hands moving fluidly over the controls, her mind sharp as a blade. And when the final boss fell, the victory was hers.

The next day, Gogo awoke with a start. Her first thought was of Super Smash Bros Ultimate. She reached for her Nintendo OLED, her fingers itching to play. But then she remembered, school.

But school didn't deter Gogo's spirit. In fact, it fueled it. Her friends were Smash players too. They traded tips and strategies, dissecting character strengths and weaknesses. The school day whizzed by in a blur of excitement.

As soon as Gogo arrived home, she was back on the task. The final boss was waiting, and she was more determined than ever. She knew her dreams weren't far from reality.

With a deep breath, Gogo delved once again into the world of Super Smash Bros Ultimate. The final boss loomed, but Gogo wasn’t frightened. She was ready.

As Hero unleashed a powerful attack, Gogo found herself mirrored in his determination. She pressed the buttons with fervor, her eyes glued to the screen. And then, the boss fell.

Gogo let out a cheer of triumph, grinning from ear to ear. She had done it! She had defeated the final boss! She basked in her victory, her heart racing with elation.

For Gogo, it was more than just a game. It was an adventure, a test of her skills, and a journey of determination. It was a testament to her grit. And as she sat there, triumphant and fulfilled, she realized that she truly loved Super Smash Bros Ultimate.

The next day, Gogo woke up feeling exhausted, but fulfilled. She smiled, thinking of her marvelous victory. Yet, she couldn't wait to dive back in. After all, there were still more characters to master, more bosses to defeat. The adventure was only beginning.