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The Tides of Rivalry: A 1970s Interlude The Greater Portland Crab Caper

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Synopsis:The Greater Portland Crab Caper

  • Main Characters:
    • Codman Fisher ("Cod Fish"): Heir to a prominent marine industry family from the Eastern Promenade.
    • Carlton Crabbe ("Carl Crab"): Heir to a rival marine industry family from the Western Promenade.
  • Conflict:
    • Decades-long rivalry between the Fisher and Crabbe families.
    • Cod Fish develops innovative marine biology apps, revolutionizing the industry.
    • A cyberattack cripples Cod Fish's global empire, leaving him missing.
  • Mystery:
    • Is Cod Fish dead? Kidnapped? Or involved in the cyberattack himself?
    • Is Carl Crab somehow connected to Cod Fish's disappearance and the cyber attack?
  • Intriguing Element:
    • A vacant church on the Western Promenade, possibly linked to the cyberattack and Cod Fish's missing apps appearing on the dark web.

Chapter Two (1970s - 1980s):

  • Focus:
    • Shifting tides of the family rivalry: Explore the growing tension between the Fisher and Crabbe families during this period.
    • Early glimpses of Cod Fish's entrepreneurial spirit: Perhaps he shows an early interest in technology or marine life.
    • The rise of environmental awareness: How does this impact both families' businesses? Do they embrace sustainable practices or resist change?
    • Social and cultural shifts: How do the 1970s and 1980s in Portland influence the characters and their families? (e.g., the rise of the environmental movement, changing social attitudes)
  • Possible Scenes:
    • A heated argument between young Cod Fish and Carl Crab during a family gathering.
    • Cod Fish exploring the intertidal zone, fascinated by marine life.
    • A family meeting where the Crabbe family discusses a potential business venture that could impact the Fishers.
    • A scene at a local environmental protest, showcasing differing perspectives within the two families.Titles:
  • "The Tides of Rivalry: A 1970s Interlude"
  • "Shadows on the Promenade: A Decade of Discord"
  • "The Seeds of Disruption: A Look Back at the 1970s"
  • Hashtags:
    • #1970sPortland
    • #MarineIndustryRivalry
    • #FamilyFeud
    • #TheGreaterPortlandCrabCaper
    • #CodFishVsCarlCrab


  • Possible Plot Twists: Delving into the history of Portland in the 1970s and 1980s. What were the major events, social movements, and cultural shifts?
  • Character Development: Exploring the personalities and motivations of young Cod Fish and Carl Crab. What are their dreams, fears, and relationships with their families?
  • Setting the Stage: Using vivid descriptions to bring the 1970s and 1980s in Portland to life. Describing the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the city during this era.
  • Introduce Foreshadowing: Planting subtle hints that foreshadow the future conflict and the events that will unfold in later decades.



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