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THE NOT SO SUPER DUO

The Not So Super Duo

A hilarious tale about a fun loving curious 10 year old boy who goes exploring in the woods only to find a feral 7 year old boy named Tatum living under a rock. Anson takes him home to his family and convinces them to let him keep him to be his little brother. The two secretly form the Not So Super Duo to fight crime. Ansons family consists of Dad, Mom, Arelia, and Jayden.

This is the origin story if how @Anson found @Tatum living under a rock in the woods and brought him home to be his brother. The story starts with @Anson heading out for a morning adventure in the woods behind his house armed only with a half eaten granola bar and a plastic compass from a cereal box. While exploring the woods he comes across @Tatum living under a rock. He decides to bring him home to his family and make him his new brother. The family is shocked when @Anson bursts in with this strange kid from the woods but soon warm up to the idea of keeping him, but only after a few major disasters. @Arelia is the typical teenage girl trying to get it all on film for her social media and cracking jokes. @Jayden is impressed with this kid from the woods but still has to act like an older brother and be a smart alec. Everyone finally accepts @Tatum as part of the family, thus forming the Not So Super Duo of @Anson and @Tatum. From here they start their lackluster, imagination filled, superhero journey where they try to help but never do. This needs to hold the same energy and in the same fashion as Dog Man and Calvin and Hobbes.

GeneralCartoonEnglish50 pages
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CHARACTERS

Anson

protagonist

A fun loving dyslexic 10 year old boy who has a large imagination, a big heart, and an ornery sense of humor. He loves outside and Roblox and couldnt care less about outside distractions.

Tatum

protagonist

Feral, quick witted, 7 year old who loves to be outside. Anson found him under a rock and brought him home to be his little brother. he is hyperactive, hilarious, and likes to have his way all the time.

Jayden

supporting

16 year old boy, addicted to mobile gaming, focused on aviation for career path, smart mouth, Ansons brother, good brother

Arelia

supporting

Arelia is a 16 year old girl, tender hearted, loving to her family, addicted to social media, she makes fun of tatum, she has a mean streak when people make her mad, diva, obsessed with skin care

Dad

supporting

Dad is a 45 year old former Marine and current homeschool teacher. He has an inappropriate sense of humor, fun loving, and loves to give his wife and children a hard time. He is extremely loyal and protective of his family

Mom

supporting

Mom is a 43 three year old mother. She loves her family more than anything but she is constantly the punchline in their jokes. She loves to cook and being a wife and mother. She does have a temper that flares when pressed too hard.

Mr. Henderson

supporting

Mr. Henderson is the grumpy neighbor whose garden gets accidentally destroyed, leading to a comedic conflict.

PAGE 1

Panel 1:Wide shot of Anson, small and energetic, standing at the edge of a dense forest. He's wearing a backpack, holding a half-eaten granola bar in one hand and a cheap plastic compass in the other.

Anson (Caption): Another day, another adventure! Anson, intrepid explorer, sets forth!

Panel 2:Close-up on the plastic compass. The needle spins wildly.

Anson (Caption): My trusty compass will guide me through treacherous terrains!

Panel 3:Anson wading through a small creek, barely ankle-deep. He's grinning. Lush foliage surrounds him.

Anson (Caption): I have discovered... The Amazon!

Panel 4:Close-up of the granola bar, now almost completely devoured. Crumbs are on Anson's face.

Anson (Caption): Fueling up with essential explorer rations!

PAGE 2

Panel 1:Anson pushing through thick bushes, looking determined but slightly disoriented. A bird flies away startled.

Anson (Caption): Braving the untamed wilderness!

Panel 2:Anson standing in a small clearing, looking around with a confused expression. The plastic compass is pointing in a seemingly random direction.

Anson: Hmm... Which way to the lost city of... uh... Awesomeville?

Panel 3:Close up of compass as Anson looks on, confused

Anson: This compass is junk, it always points North East. That can't be right.

Panel 4:Anson looking at the compass, turning it around in his hands, more confused than ever.

Anson: I always get left and right confused.

PAGE 3

Panel 1:Anson tripping over a root, falling forward. The compass flies out of his hand.

Anson: Whoa!

Panel 2:Anson sitting on the ground, rubbing his head. The compass lies nearby.

Anson: Ow! Okay, maybe I'm a little lost.

Panel 3:Anson stands up and looks around, trying to figure out where he is.

Anson: Which way is home?

Panel 4:Anson staring at a large rock formation. He notices something moving beneath it.

Anson: Huh? What's that?

PAGE 4

Panel 1:Close-up of Tatum's eyes peering out from under the rock. They are wide and cautious.

Panel 2:Anson cautiously approaching the rock, granola bar extended.

Anson: Hello? Are you okay?

Panel 3:Tatum scurrying further under the rock, only his eyes still visible.

Tatum: Grrr...

PAGE 5

Panel 1:Anson crouching down, holding out the granola bar invitingly.

Anson: It's okay! I have food. Want some?

Panel 2:Tatum slowly crawling out from under the rock. He's dirty, wearing tattered clothes, and has wild hair.

Tatum: ...Grah?

Panel 3:Close up of Tatum's dirty hands reaching for the granola bar. Anson is smiling.

PAGE 6

Panel 1:Tatum devouring the granola bar in large bites. Anson watches him with a mixture of concern and fascination.

Anson: Woah, you must be really hungry.

Panel 2:Tatum pointing at Anson, then pointing at himself, then grunting.

Tatum: Ugh... me... Tatum.

Panel 3:Anson smiling brightly.

Anson: Tatum? That's your name? Cool! I'm Anson.

PAGE 7

Panel 1:Anson reaching out and taking Tatum's hand.

Anson: Come on, Tatum! You're coming home with me.

Panel 2:Tatum looking hesitant, but allowing Anson to lead him.

Tatum: ...Home?

Panel 3:Anson and Tatum walking hand-in-hand through the woods. Anson is leading the way.

Anson: Yep! You're going to be my new little brother!

PAGE 8

Panel 1:Close up on Tatum's face. He's looking at Anson with a confused expression.

Tatum: Brother?

Panel 2:Anson smiling back at Tatum. He looks enthusiastic.

Anson: Yeah! It'll be awesome! We can play video games and build forts and fight crime!

Panel 3:Anson and Tatum walking out of the woods, approaching the back of their house.

PAGE 9

Panel 1:Anson bursting through the back door of the house, dragging Tatum behind him. Mom is at the stove cooking, Dad is standing nearby attempting to stir something.

Anson: Mom! Dad! Look what I found!

Panel 2:Mom turning around, looking surprised. Dad is holding a spoon high in the air, looking equally surprised.

Mom: Anson! What in the world--

Panel 3:Jayden, sitting on the couch in the living room just beyond the kitchen, is glued to his mobile game.

Jayden: (Without looking up) Did someone finally find the Lost City of Doritos?

PAGE 10

Panel 1:Arelia in the living room, holding her phone up, filming herself doing a skincare routine. She pauses, looking over at Anson and Tatum with a raised eyebrow.

Arelia: Okay, I was not expecting that. Is that… a small woodland creature?

Panel 2:Close-up on Tatum, looking around the house with wide eyes. He's clearly never been indoors before.

Tatum: ...House?

Panel 3:Anson beaming, putting his arm around Tatum.

Anson: Yep! This is your new home, Tatum! And this is my family! We're going to have so much fun!

Panel 4:Mom, Dad, Jayden, and Arelia all staring at Anson and Tatum, a mixture of shock and confusion on their faces.

Mom: Anson… what is going on?

PAGE 11

Panel 1:Tatum staring wide-eyed at a potted plant, tilting his head.

Tatum: ...Green... tree?

Panel 2:Tatum reaching out and grabbing the plant. Mom yelling, Dad laughing.

Mom: No, Tatum, don't--! Dad: (Laughing) Oh, this is gold!

Panel 3:Dirt flying everywhere as Tatum shakes the plant. Arelia filming with her phone, looking annoyed.

Arelia: Seriously? This is going straight to my TikTok.

Panel 4:Anson trying to stop Tatum, but he's laughing too.

Anson: Tatum, no! Bad Tatum! (Laughing)

PAGE 12

Panel 1:Tatum crawling on the floor, heading towards the dog's food bowl.

Tatum: ...Food?

Panel 2:Jayden, still playing his mobile game, barely glances up. His face is a mask of irritation.

Jayden: Seriously? I'm trying to grind here!

Panel 3:Tatum sticking his face in the dog bowl and eating. Dog looking confused.

Tatum: Mmm! Crunchy!

Panel 4:Mom rushing over, grabbing Tatum away from the bowl.

Mom: Tatum, no! That's for Sparky! Sparky's food!

PAGE 13

Panel 1:Tatum looking up at the curtains, a mischievous glint in his eyes.

Tatum: ...Climb?

Panel 2:Tatum scrambling up the curtains like a monkey. Arelia filming and commentating.

Arelia: Okay, Tarzan. Points for athleticism, zero for common sense.

Panel 3:Close-up of Mom's face, looking stressed.

Mom: Oh, for crying out loud...

Panel 4:Dad taking a picture with his phone, laughing.

Dad: This is going on the family Christmas card!

PAGE 14

Panel 1:Tatum swinging from the curtain rod, which is starting to bend.

Tatum: Whee!

Panel 2:The curtain rod detaching from the wall. Everyone yelling.

Anson: Tatum, watch out! Mom: The curtains! Jayden: My high score!

Panel 3:Tatum falling to the floor, tangled in the curtains.

Tatum: Uh oh...

Panel 4:Anson helping Tatum out of the curtains, both laughing.

Anson: That was awesome!

PAGE 15

Panel 1:Mom standing with her hands on her hips, looking exasperated.

Mom: Okay, that's enough! Time for a bath!

Panel 2:Tatum backing away, shaking his head vigorously.

Tatum: No! Water bad!

Panel 3:Anson trying to reassure Tatum.

Anson: It's okay, Tatum! Baths are fun! Sort of...

Panel 4:Dad snickering in the background. Arelia still filming.

Dad: This is going to be epic.

PAGE 16

Panel 1:Mom trying to coax Tatum into the bathroom. Tatum is clinging to Anson's leg.

Mom: Come on, sweetie. It'll be quick!

Panel 2:Close-up of Tatum's face, looking terrified.

Tatum: No! No wet!

Panel 3:Anson gently prying Tatum's hands off his leg.

Anson: It's okay, Tatum. I'll be right here.

Panel 4:Mom finally gets Tatum into the bathroom, but he's still resisting.

Mom: Okay, let's get this over with...

PAGE 17

Panel 1:Sound effects of splashing water and yelling from inside the bathroom.

Panel 2:Dad peeking into the bathroom, laughing hysterically.

Dad: I haven't seen a bath that exciting since I was in the Marines!

Panel 3:Arelia shaking her head, still filming.

Arelia: I'm going to get so many views.

Panel 4:Jayden closes his eyes and plugs his ears, trying to ignore the noise.

Jayden: Someone make it stop!

PAGE 18

Panel 1:Mom emerges from the bathroom, soaking wet and looking defeated. Tatum is behind her, surprisingly clean but still wary.

Mom: I need a nap.

Panel 2:Dad holding up a fork and a plate of spaghetti.

Dad: Alright, Tatum! Time to learn the ancient art of fork usage!

Panel 3:Tatum grabbing the spaghetti with his hands and stuffing it in his mouth.

Tatum: Nom nom nom!

Panel 4:Dad's face falling. Anson trying to stifle a laugh.

Dad: Well, that's one way to do it...

PAGE 19

Panel 1:Close-up of Tatum flinging spaghetti at the ceiling.

Tatum: Whoa!

Panel 2:Mom covering her face with her hands.

Mom: I can't...

Panel 3:Jayden offering Tatum a video game controller.

Jayden: Okay, Tarzan, let's see if you're any good at this.

Panel 4:Tatum smashing the controller on the ground. Jayden is horrified.

Jayden: Nooooo! My controller!

PAGE 20

Panel 1:Arelia looking directly at the reader with a deadpan expression.

Arelia: This is my life now.

Panel 2:Anson grabbing a picture book and sitting down next to Tatum.

Anson: Okay, Tatum! Let's learn some words!

Panel 3:Anson pointing at a picture of a cat and mispronouncing the word.

Anson: This is a... a... CATerpillar!

Panel 4:Tatum giggling and pointing at the picture.

Tatum: ...Cat... CATerpillar!

PAGE 21

Panel 1:Anson pointing at a picture of a dog in the picture book. Tatum is looking intently at the picture, trying to mimic Anson.

Anson: Okay, Tatum, this is a... DOG! D-O-G. Dog!

Panel 2:Close up on Tatum's face, his brow furrowed in concentration.

Tatum: ...D... Awg... Dog?

Panel 3:Anson clapping his hands, excited.

Anson: Yes! That's it! Dog! Good job, Tatum!

Panel 4:Tatum pointing at Anson, then pointing at the picture of the dog, a proud grin on his face.

Tatum: Tatum... Dog!

PAGE 22

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum are outside, Anson is pointing at a tree. Tatum is listening carefully.

Anson: And that, Tatum, is a... TREE! T-R-E-E.

Panel 2:Close up of Tatum's face, looking up at the tree.

Tatum: ...Twee?

Panel 3:Anson correcting Tatum, but still mispronouncing it.

Anson: No, no! T... REE! Tuh-REE!

Panel 4:Tatum smiling and pointing at the tree.

Tatum: Twee!

PAGE 23

Panel 1:Tatum is walking through the backyard, looking intently at the ground. Anson is following him, curious.

Panel 2:Tatum carefully picks up a dead bug (a beetle) and holds it out to Mom, who is gardening.

Tatum: ...Present!

Panel 3:Mom is initially recoiling in disgust, then her expression softens as she sees Tatum's earnest face. She takes the dead bug.

Mom: Oh... Oh, Tatum, that's... That's very thoughtful of you.

Panel 4:Close-up of Mom's face, a genuine smile spreading across it. She looks at Tatum with newfound affection.

PAGE 24

Panel 1:Dad is standing in the living room, arms crossed, looking at Mom and Tatum in the backyard through the window.

Dad: Well, folks, I think that settles it.

Panel 2:The entire family is gathered in the living room, looking at Dad expectantly. Mom is holding the dead bug (beetle).

Dad: Tatum's officially one of us! A full-fledged member of the crazy train!

Panel 3:Anson jumping up and down, excited.

Anson: Yes! Tatum's my brother!

Panel 4:Arelia is on her phone, typing rapidly. A notification pops up on her screen: 'TikTok - Viral Video!'

Arelia: Okay, so, little feral dude is officially family. Time to milk this for content.

PAGE 25

Panel 1:Close-up of Arelia's TikTok video. It shows Tatum struggling to use a fork. The caption reads: 'My weird little brother. #feralkid #adopted #family'

Panel 2:Jayden is leaning against the doorframe, watching Tatum and Anson. He has a small smile on his face.

Jayden: He's still kinda weird, but... I guess he's alright.

Panel 3:Anson giving Jayden a playful punch on the arm.

Anson: See? I told you he was cool!

Panel 4:Tatum is sitting on the floor, happily gnawing on a bone he found (presumably from the dog).

PAGE 26

Panel 1:Montage panel showing different scenes of Anson and Tatum bonding. First scene: Anson and Tatum are laughing while looking at the picture book.

Panel 2:Second scene: Anson and Tatum are running through the woods, chasing each other.

Panel 3:Third scene: Anson and Tatum are sitting side-by-side, playing a video game (badly).

Panel 4:Anson and Tatum hugging each other tight.

PAGE 27

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum are in the backyard, gathering sticks.

Anson: Okay, Tatum, we need more sticks! This fort is gonna be EPIC!

Panel 2:Tatum is dragging a large branch that's almost as big as he is.

Tatum: ...Big stick!

Panel 3:Anson and Tatum are building a makeshift fort out of sticks and branches. It looks very unstable.

Anson: This is gonna be our headquarters! The Not So Super Duo's secret base!

Panel 4:Close-up of Anson's face, a determined look in his eyes.

Anson: From here, we'll protect the world!

PAGE 28

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum are inside the fort, which is decorated with leaves and mud.

Anson: Every superhero needs a uniform!

Panel 2:Anson is holding up a cardboard box with holes cut out for eyes. Tatum is looking at it with curiosity.

Anson: Behold! The Cardboard Crusader helmet!

Panel 3:Tatum is wearing an old t-shirt backwards, with a red towel tied around his neck as a cape.

Anson: And you, Tatum, shall be... the Mud Marvel!

Panel 4:Anson and Tatum standing side-by-side in their makeshift costumes, striking heroic poses.

Anson & Tatum: Not So Super Duo, AWAY!

PAGE 29

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum are walking down the street, looking around intensely. Anson is wearing the cardboard box helmet, and Tatum is running ahead.

Anson: Our first mission, Tatum: find someone to save!

Panel 2:Tatum points excitedly at Mrs. Gable's cat, Mittens, who is sitting in a tree.

Tatum: ...Cat! ...Trapped!

Panel 3:Anson is squinting at the cat, who looks perfectly comfortable.

Anson: Hmm... Doesn't look trapped to me, Tatum.

Panel 4:Tatum starts climbing the tree to 'rescue' the cat. The cat looks annoyed.

Tatum: Mud Marvel to the rescue!

PAGE 30

Panel 1:Tatum is holding the cat (Mittens) triumphantly, but the cat is scratching him.

Tatum: Gotcha!

Panel 2:Mrs. Gable comes out of her house, looking confused.

Mrs. Gable: What in the world is going on here?

Panel 3:Anson is facepalming, looking embarrassed.

Anson: Uh oh...

Panel 4:Tatum, covered in scratches, is handing Mittens back to Mrs. Gable. Mittens hisses at him.

Tatum: ...Safe now.

PAGE 31

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum are running down the sidewalk, cardboard box helmet askew on Anson's head. Tatum is slightly ahead, pointing dramatically.

Tatum: Bank! Bank robbery!

Panel 2:Close-up on Anson's face, looking determined but slightly confused through the cardboard box eyeholes.

Anson: A bank robbery? Already? We're just getting started!

Panel 3:Wide shot of a small girl (around 8 years old) sitting behind a lemonade stand. She looks startled as Anson and Tatum approach.

Panel 4:Anson and Tatum standing in front of the lemonade stand, striking superhero poses. Tatum is covered in scratches from Mittens.

Anson: Hold it right there, evildoer! We know your game!

PAGE 32

Panel 1:Close-up on the girl behind the lemonade stand, looking bewildered and slightly scared.

Girl: Uh... what?

Panel 2:Anson pointing an accusing finger at the lemonade stand.

Anson: You think you can just set up shop and steal everyone's money with your sugary concoctions? Not on our watch!

Panel 3:Tatum reaching for the cash box on the lemonade stand.

Tatum: Mud Marvel seize the loot!

Panel 4:The girl grabs the cash box away from Tatum, her expression turning angry.

Girl: Hey! That's my money!

PAGE 33

Panel 1:Dad is standing across the street, watching the scene unfold. He's shaking his head and chuckling.

Dad: Well, this is certainly... something.

Panel 2:Anson trying to mediate between the girl and Tatum.

Anson: Tatum, no! We don't steal! We... uh... redistribute wealth! Yeah, that's it!

Panel 3:Tatum pulling a face at Anson, clearly not understanding.

Tatum: Re... dis... buh?

Panel 4:The girl rolling her eyes and sighing.

Girl: Just go away, you weirdos.

PAGE 34

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum are walking away from the lemonade stand, looking dejected.

Anson: Well, that didn't go as planned.

Panel 2:Tatum kicking a pebble down the sidewalk.

Tatum: Bad guys won.

Panel 3:Anson suddenly stops, his eyes widening. He points to a tree.

Anson: Wait! I see something! A villain!

Panel 4:Close-up on a squirrel sitting in a tree, eating a nut. It looks directly at Anson and Tatum.

PAGE 35

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum crouched behind a bush, whispering to each other.

Anson: That squirrel! He's hoarding all the nuts! Think of the other animals!

Panel 2:Tatum nodding seriously.

Tatum: Evil squirrel!

Panel 3:Anson tiptoeing towards the tree, holding a stick like a sword.

Anson: We'll stop him!

Panel 4:Tatum throwing a handful of dirt at the squirrel.

Tatum: Mud Marvel attack!

PAGE 36

Panel 1:The squirrel jumps from the tree, startled by the dirt. It drops the nut.

Panel 2:Anson tripping over a tree root, his cardboard box helmet falling off.

Anson: Whoa!

Panel 3:Tatum chasing after the squirrel, slipping and sliding in the dirt.

Tatum: Get back here!

Panel 4:The squirrel escapes into the woods with the nut. Anson and Tatum are covered in dirt and leaves, looking defeated.

Anson: He got away...

PAGE 37

Panel 1:Mom, Jayden, and Arelia are standing on the porch, watching Anson and Tatum. Mom looks slightly exasperated, Arelia is filming with her phone, and Jayden is laughing.

Mom: Oh, boys...

Panel 2:Arelia filming Anson and Tatum with her phone. Close up of the phone screen shows the video is live on TikTok.

Arelia: This is going straight to TikTok. #feralkid #superheroes #fail

Panel 3:Jayden laughing, pointing at Anson's fallen cardboard box helmet.

Jayden: Looks like the Cardboard Crusader needs some duct tape!

Panel 4:Anson and Tatum walking back towards the house, covered in dirt and looking determined.

Anson: We'll get him next time!

PAGE 38

Panel 1:Close-up on Anson's face, a determined look in his eyes.

Anson: We just need a bigger plan.

Panel 2:Tatum nodding in agreement.

Tatum: Bigger!

Panel 3:Anson and Tatum are standing in the backyard, looking around. Anson suddenly points towards the neighbor's house.

Anson: I got it! A rescue!

Panel 4:The neighbor's garden is visible, with a sprinkler running.

PAGE 39

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum are whispering conspiratorially.

Anson: The garden is on fire! We have to put it out!

Panel 2:Tatum grabbing a garden hose.

Tatum: Mud Marvel extinguish!

Panel 3:Anson and Tatum are spraying the garden with the hose. They are both laughing.

Anson: Take that, fire!

Panel 4:The garden is completely soaked, and several plants are flattened. The neighbor, Mr. Henderson, is standing on his porch, looking furious.

Mr. Henderson: What the heck is going on here?!

PAGE 40

Panel 1:Close-up on Mr. Henderson's face, red with anger.

Mr. Henderson: You kids are going to pay for this!

Panel 2:Anson and Tatum looking at each other, realizing they've made a mistake.

Anson: Uh oh...

Panel 3:Dad walking towards Mr. Henderson, a sheepish expression on his face.

Dad: Now, now, Mr. Henderson, let's not get our hoses in a knot...

Panel 4:Mom standing on her porch, holding a plate of cookies and looking apologetic.

Mom: I baked cookies! Please, let's talk about this...

PAGE 41

Panel 1:Close-up on Dad's face, a wide, slightly strained smile on his face as he looks at Mr. Henderson.

Dad: Now, Mr. Henderson, I'm sure we can come to some sort of... arrangement. These things happen, right?

Panel 2:Mom is extending the plate of cookies towards Mr. Henderson. He eyes them suspiciously.

Mom: Freshly baked! Chocolate chip. They always help.

Panel 3:Anson and Tatum are standing in the middle of the flooded garden, looking slightly guilty but also defiant. Water is up to their ankles. Anson still holds the hose.

Anson: We were just trying to help!

Panel 4:Tatum nods in agreement, covered in mud.

Tatum: Fire bad!

PAGE 42

Panel 1:Wide shot of the flooded garden. Dad is talking to Mr. Henderson, Mom is still offering cookies, and Anson and Tatum are standing knee deep in water.

Dad: (To Mr. Henderson, quietly) You know, kids will be kids...

Panel 2:Arelia is filming the entire scene with her phone, providing commentary. Jayden is standing next to her, shaking his head and smirking.

Arelia: And this, folks, is why you don't let feral children and wannabe superheroes handle garden hoses. #flooded #epicfail #neighborsnightmare

Panel 3:Close-up on Jayden, who is barely containing his laughter.

Jayden: They're gonna need a bigger boat.

PAGE 43

Panel 1:Time skip. The sun is setting. The family (Mom, Dad, Anson, Tatum) are cleaning up the garden. Mr. Henderson is inside his house.

Mom: Alright, everyone, let's get this mess cleaned up before it gets dark.

Panel 2:Dad is using a shovel to move mud, while Anson and Tatum are trying to help, but mostly just smearing mud on each other.

Dad: (Grunting) Mud, mud, glorious mud...

Panel 3:Mom is gently trying to straighten up some of the flattened plants.

Mom: Oh, these poor petunias...

PAGE 44

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum are sitting on the edge of the garden, covered head to toe in mud.

Anson: So, what should we save tomorrow?

Panel 2:Tatum is grinning mischievously.

Tatum: More fire!

Panel 3:Anson strokes his chin thoughtfully.

Anson: Hmmm, maybe something a little less... wet.

Panel 4:Anson's eyes widen as he has an idea.

Anson: I know! We'll stop the evil mailman from delivering bills!

PAGE 45

Panel 1:Tatum jumps up, excited.

Tatum: Bills bad! Mailman evil!

Panel 2:Arelia and Jayden are still watching from the edge of the yard. Arelia is now laughing.

Arelia: Oh, this is going to be good.

Panel 3:Jayden is shaking his head but a small smile is on his face.

Jayden: They're gonna get themselves arrested one of these days.

PAGE 46

Panel 1:Mom and Dad are looking at Anson and Tatum with fond amusement. Dad has his arm around Mom.

Dad: Well, at least they're having fun.

Panel 2:Mom smiles softly.

Mom: They certainly keep things interesting.

Panel 3:Close-up on Anson and Tatum, both covered in mud, striking superhero poses.

Anson: The Not So Super Duo will be back tomorrow!

Panel 4:Tatum raises a muddy fist in the air.

Tatum: To save the world!

PAGE 47

Panel 1:Wide shot of the entire family in the garden. The sun is almost completely set. Everyone is covered in mud, but they're all smiling (except maybe Mr. Henderson, who is peeking out his window).

Panel 2:Close up of Arelia's phone screen, she's uploading a video with the caption: 'Just another day with my crazy family #TheNotSoSuperDuo #feralkid #superheroes #family'

PAGE 48

Panel 1:A close up of Mom wiping mud off of Dad's cheek. They're both laughing.

Mom: Oh, honey, you're a mess!

Panel 2:A close up of Jayden putting his arm around Anson, messing up his hair.

Jayden: You two are going to get us all in trouble one day.

Panel 3:A medium shot of Tatum, looking up at the sky with wide eyes.

Tatum: Stars!

PAGE 49

Panel 1:Anson joins Tatum, looking up at the sky.

Anson: Yeah, super stars!

Panel 2:The entire family is now looking up at the stars, bathed in the soft light of the setting sun and the rising moon.

Panel 3:Close-up on Mom and Dad, exchanging a loving look.

PAGE 50

Panel 1:Anson and Tatum, side-by-side, covered in mud, looking determined. Anson has his plastic compass from the cereal box.

Anson: Tomorrow, the world!

Panel 2:Tatum nods fiercely.

Tatum: Mud Marvel ready!

Panel 3:Wide shot of the family, silhouetted against the twilight sky, looking at Anson and Tatum with love and exasperation. Mr. Henderson is shaking his head in the window.

Panel 4:Full page splash. The words 'The Not So Super Duo' are emblazoned across the top. Anson and Tatum stand back to back, covered in mud, ready for anything. The family is in the background, small and smiling.

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