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TR Trading Cards: And the Winners Are…


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?You know what the best part of these “give me ideas for shit” contests are? It’s the fact that because you’re sending me ideas, they’re more useful than entertaining — and since I’m not sure if or how I’m going to use them, I’m effectively off the hook from doing Honorable Mentions. Not that I don’t love reporting your wit and wisdom for your fellow Topless Roboteers, but it does usually kill my Monday evenings. But this time, instead, I just get to list who’s getting shirts! Yay for me and free time!

Now as regards the TR Trading Card Idea Contest in specific: Without a doubt, the big winner was Lonestarr, who concocted a stunning TR card plan that encompassed everything… well, I won’t say “best,” but “most noteworthy” about the site, with excellent creativity and detail. Everyone was pretty blown away by how much and how well thought out his plan was, and he indeed wins a shirt for his troubles.

Second is VindicaSean, who had the brilliant plan of having five “chase” cards, only four of which would exist, thus ensuring no one could possibly have a complete set. Not only does this invoke the Nerd Commandment of Completion, it also perfectly encapsulates the self-loathing aspect of TR — because although you will all know that you have all the cards that exist, the fact that they’ll claim there’s one you don’t own will drive you crazy, even if you know it’s a lie. Myself included!

And that is that (okay, one HM for Dr. Smashy, who mocked up the card of me as Moses you see above). Rest assured I read every single post, and I thank all of you for your excellent ideas. God knows if or when I’ll have something to report on the Topless Robot Trading Cards, but I promise you if/when I do, I’ll be sure to let you all know. Thanks for entering!