Sorry, I Blew Up Pikachu For The Fourth Of July
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- The author usually avoids spending money on fireworks but enjoyed a casual 4th of July gathering with friends involving grilled meats, drinks, and neighbor's fireworks displays.
- Friends brought a small box of fireworks, including sparklers, bottle rockets, fountains, and a novelty firework resembling Pikachu, humorously called "Peek-a-boom" to avoid trademark issues.
- The Pikachu firework was labeled vaguely but ultimately delivered an impressive finale by spinning on the ground and emitting sparks from multiple points, including its ears.
- Despite concerns about safety, the firework was enjoyed without incident, and after cooling off, the Pikachu firework survived being accidentally hit by an SUV.
