Some of you know, I enjoy the challenge of writing a story with as few words as possible. Definitely an acquired taste for only some writers and readers! Below is what I entered for Chronicles’ (A Science Fiction and Fantasy Community) 75 Word Challenge for August.

So far, 20 entries submitted for this month!

I encourage everyone, who loves science fiction and fantasy, to check out this website. Great way to connect with other writers and fans! Perhaps, you might have something to entry this month’s challenge?

The prompt this month is “CLOTHING”. Genre should be fantasy or science fiction.

Contest ends at 11:59 pm GMT, 23 August 2023

Voting ends at 11:59 pm GMT, 28 August 2023

Don’t have to submit a story to vote for a winner! Any member of Chronicles can vote and membership is free (although there is a supporter level for a nominal annual fee with added perks).

Hope you enjoy my entry below!

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“Mind Your Manners“

Twelve lost, resurfacing dead.

Marinus donned his suit while technicians assured.

“Dangerous, exploring subcrustal oceans. Ganymede killed hundreds. But we’re learning! Survivability’s above sixty percent!”

Aboard the submersible, Marinus meditated, reconnoitering the astral plane.

Colleagues scoffed, but he preferred hailing a world’s denizens before intruding.

After negotiating terms, he removed his suit as the airlock flooded.

Mission Control marveled, monitoring Marinus safely entering warm, salty waters solely garbed in bioluminescent slime to greet new friends.

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Prompt: “CLOTHING”

Word Count Limit: 75 words.