Zaykin's house
(Fox the swindler)
So, once there was a boy, like a Hare. He owned real estate - a proper real house, what can I say, well, a bungalow actually. And nearby, two lapti on the map, one Fox-swindler was spinning around, well, like, business-like, for real. And here, in the spring, the Fox's office bam - the tax office caught her, and the Fox was left out of the business. She, like, attached an image to her face and went to the Hare. Rent, like, Zayushka, your hut, and I'll later give you tons of bucks. The Hare, for real, opened his beak and got completely scammed. He rented out his square, rolled off to the Canaries to have a good time....
He comes back, and the Fox has already quietly registered the house for herself and is sitting there, like, everything is cool and she has grown up here. The Hare, like, offended and trying to act tough: "Let me in, goat, damn it!" And the Fox grinned from ear to ear and pulls: "What’s up, you long-eared fool, are you kidding, did your nose get torn off? Get lost from here and don’t show up until I eat your skull. My property."
The Hare, the loser, moved in grief and went to the trash can to shed a tear.
- Oh, they left me, cops-brothers, totally messed me over! Help-save me, I want the law.
A whole oper-Wolf jumped up, went to enforce the law. He pokes his badge in the window, waves his Mauser, tail all tensed up:
- Hey, Fox, vacate the premises!
And the Fox stuck her head out, fingers fanned out, and says:
- Listen, cop, don’t push it - is your head armored or what? I’m not some disgraceful punk - don’t shove your badge in my face! Go kick mosquitoes.
The Wolf thought about it: why should he get into trouble for such a salary? He backed off...
And he told the Hare: here, well, it’s not our police business - everything is strictly by the law. They’re not beating you? If you don’t like something - sue.
The Hare ran to Judge Bear. "What the hell, - he shouts - is there a law to throw me out of my house?! I want to file a lawsuit. Here, take five grand for a bribe and let’s get my hut back through the court."
Bear took the money, went to confront the Fox according to the law.
- Here you go, Fox, a serious paper with a really filled-out picture. The court has decided to evict you.
And the Fox, like, yawns:
- Listen, your nobleness, don’t get your hair up. What did they give you for this decision? Five? Here’s another ten, so you don’t have to enforce it. And don’t clutter my brain with all sorts of nonsense. Here’s another two grand so I never see you in my life.
Bear stuffed the bucks in his briefcase and reports to the Hare - the patient: "Everything’s cool, you won your case, congratulations. And the rest, so to speak, is not our concern."
The Hare went to hang himself. No house, money gone, wherever you throw - everywhere a dead end. The situation - just to inflate his paws. But then a cool, proper guy Rooster rolls by - a trimmed crest in sporty gear. He was rolling a joint, like the Hare was making a loop, and asks:
- And what are you doing here?
- Well, - says the Hare. In short, he reported the situation.
And Petya gives him a boost:
- Don’t whine, bro! I’ll back you up. We’ll sort this out with her specifically, and if she doesn’t get it, we’ll take this frozen one out - no discussions!
He set up a meeting with the Fox for a showdown. The Fox shows up in a raspberry tuxedo, in a "Mercedes" and all that.
- So what, - she says, - what’s needed? Want some trouble?
- Listen, sister, you’re eating for two, - says Rooster, - the guys are getting offended. Give my bro back his house.
- Who the hell are you walking under, goat? - the Fox is surprised, - I’ll just whistle to my crew... Even the Lion will sign for me! I... We!...
- Cool, damn, it’s blowing my mind! - Rooster grins. - But have you seen a letter from the entire Moscow zoo? Or do you want to chat with the brothers from the Arctic?
When the Fox heard about the northern frostbitten ones, she got hit hard. She completely calmed down, curled up in a little ball, and quietly slipped out of the house.
- Live on, bro! - says the Hare, cool guy Rooster. - The whole closet will be yours! Get busy, make money, feed me. And I’ll be your roof.
And they lived, in short, since then like white people.
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MUSIC VU: DAGMA/XTM
Contents of the publication: Oberon #04
- From the Editorial
This editorial discusses the legal 'charges' against the creators of Oberon #4 as a humorous narrative, highlights the challenges faced in publishing this issue, and announces a potential hiatus for the magazine.
- Scroll
Analysis of the game 'Chaos' by Julian Gollop. Simplified gameplay mechanics and strategic elements. Description of creatures, spells, and tactics.
- Scroll - Unbeliever
Description of a mathematical game for ZX Spectrum where players collect formula symbols while navigating gears.
- Scroll - M.M.A
Discussion of 'Doc the Destroyer', a unique fighting and adventure game for ZX Spectrum. The article covers controls, character customization, and game mechanics. Compatibility issues on different ZX Spectrum models are also addressed.
- Overview - M.M.A
The article provides a review of games for ZX Spectrum, including KOMANDO 2, WRESTLING SUPERSTARS, TAG TEAM WRESTLING, and CAPTAIN PLANET. It highlights the features, graphics, and gameplay of each game, noting both strengths and weaknesses. The review concludes with recommendations and comparisons to other platforms and games.
- Overview
Overview of various ZX Spectrum games, highlighting their unique features, gameplay mechanics, and design elements. Includes critique on sound effects, graphics, and technical issues. Discusses games like 'Stryker in the Crypts of Trogan', 'Phileas Fogg's Balloon Battles', and 'Survival'.
- Overview - Alex Noman
The article reviews games for the ZX Spectrum, including BOOVIE, MOTOR MASSACRE, SOCCER PINBALL, and HUXLEY PIG 1 & 2. Each game is detailed in terms of gameplay, graphics, and unique features. The discussion includes comparisons to other games and highlights specific technical aspects.
- Review
A review of various games, including Little Computer People and Lost Caves, highlighting their features and versions. It also discusses 75Occ Grand Prix by Codemasters with its limitations. The article provides insights into game mechanics and versions.
- Review
Detailed review of various assemblers like Alasm 3.8, TASM 4.12, and others, highlighting their features and shortcomings.
- About Everything
Announcement of the creation of the SamZxNet network in Samara and the challenges of setting it up with HAYES modems. Explanation of the modems' power requirements and potential difficulties. Invitation for technical advice from experienced readers.
- About Everything
Description of travel to ENLIGHT'97 and meeting various demoscene participants. Observations of event organization and issues. Insights into participant experiences and scene discussions.
- About Everything
Report on the second day of ENLIGHT'97: events, challenges, and reflections. Describes voting results and organizational difficulties. Highlights future prospects for Spectrum demo parties.
- About Everything
The article features reader feedback on Oberon #04, critiquing design and content choices and discussing issues with software protection and game enhancements.
- About Everything
Discussion of the adventure game KAYLETH with gameplay tips and advice. Includes a game dictionary and suggestions from the author and their team. Calls for a local artist for future RPG development.
- About Everything
Reflection on the closure of the 'ZX-REVIEW' magazine and the adaptation of its article for 'Oberon'. Discussion on the development of ultra-short boot loaders. Optimization techniques for writing one-sector boot loaders on ZX Spectrum.
- About Everything
Exploration of amateur contributions to electronics, music, and computing history, highlighting figures like Faraday and Babbage. The evolution from handmade instruments to personal computers. Discussion on jazz, blues, and rock'n'roll's informal origins.
- About Everything
The story of Lieutenant Edward Roberts' journey from radio kits to creating the first PC, the Altair 8800, overcoming skepticism and challenges.
- About Everything
The article explores the rise and evolution of the computer industry, highlighting the transformation from passionate hobbyists to corporate dominance by giants like IBM and Microsoft.
- About Everything
An exploration of Sir Clive Sinclair's project after selling the Sinclair brand, detailing the features of the Cambridge Computers Z88 laptop.
- About Everything
Discussion of software market problems in 1997 for ZX Spectrum, highlighting lack of new software and user reluctance to pay.
- Announcement - M.M.A
Announcement of 'Black Raven' game by V. Mednonogov, focusing on gameplay, technical challenges, and upcoming features.
- Announcement
Discussion of the decline in ZX Spectrum development, reviews of new games and utilities, and announcements of future projects.
- Educational Program
The article provides an overview of FidoNet, a non-commercial computer network often considered the predecessor of the Internet, detailing its origins, growth, and unique cultural aspects.
- Hardware
Instructions for connecting the 'ALEGRO' modem to computers with normal port #FF, detailing hardware modifications required for proper signal handling.
- Hardware
Connecting Hayes-compatible modems to ZX Spectrum, focusing on Scorpion and Pentagon models, detailing hardware modifications. Specific instructions for internal port blocking and signal alignment provided. Step-by-step process and technical intricacies explained.
- Hardware
Discussion of the transition from 5.25' to 3.5' floppy disks for ZX Spectrum, including installation issues and solutions for compatibility with existing software.
- Let's Feast
A satirical story about a Rabbit who lost his house to a cunning Fox and how a Rooster helped him reclaim it.
- Let's Gourmet
A humorous tale about Malysh and Karlson's adventures with technology, drawing parallels between computers and everyday life, culminating in a comic mishap with an AMIGA computer.
- Advertising
Article discusses free advertising policy of Oberon, catalog of programs and hardware for ZX Spectrum, and adventure game engagement.
- Advertisement - Kano
Promotional campaign by Magic Soft and RPSG in Russia for Amiga multimedia computers, offering exhibitions, sales, and consultations. They highlight Amiga's advantages over other systems, describe various models, and provide price lists. Collaboration with 'Computers for Population' for distribution and services.
