Tag Archives: Science Fiction

Tourists

Posted on August 12, 2020 by EagleAye

Tourists “I think his communication skills were poor,” said Pol’Hy’Stin. His antennae flit back and forth, tasting the air. “It must be,” agreed Gol’Na’Shul. “We’ve had no trouble at all.” Pol’Hy’Stin returned from taking yet another picture with fellow tourists. … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Aliens, Costume, Flash Fiction, Funny, Hollywood, Humor, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, War of the Worlds | 13 Comments

Tank Design

Posted on August 5, 2020 by EagleAye

Combat reporter Bryce Monoghan peered between the train cars. At five-kilometers he could easily see the thirty-meter tall, alien walking war machine. “Aren’t you terrified?” he said. Lieutenant Cohen said, “No. Why?” “Well, it’s huge, imposing, threatening.” “Yep. It’s very … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged advanced warfare, Alien, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Main Battle Tank, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Walking Tank | 25 Comments

Critical Equipment

Posted on July 15, 2020 by EagleAye

Jennylyn found the package outside the lab. She brought it in, wondering what it was. Professor Blumquist was elated. “At last! The very thing I need to combat this pandemic,” said Blumquist. As the new lab assistant, Jennylyn still wasn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Coronavirus, Flash Fiction, Food, Funny, Humor, mad genius, Mocha machine, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Warp Drive | 31 Comments

Seize The High Ground

Posted on July 6, 2020 by EagleAye

Hey everyone. My new short story, Seize The High Ground, is now available for less than a cup of coffee! A mere 99 cents. Here’s a brief description. Commander Uriel Boyd has a problem. He needs to rescue the ship’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Carriers, Science Fiction, Seize The High Ground, Short Fiction, Short Story, Space Combat, Spaceship, Speculative Fiction, Starship | 2 Comments

The Future of Carriers

Posted on June 28, 2020 by EagleAye

I’ve been thinking a lot about aircraft carriers, and their future. With nations developing HGVes (Hypersonic Glide Vehicles), capable of striking anywhere in the world, I wonder how long the reign of supercarriers like Ford-class will continue. Several decades more, … Continue reading →

Posted in Essay, Military | Tagged Aircaft Carriers, Essay, Force Projection, Ford-Class, Future Weapons, Hypersonic weapons, Science Fiction, Spaceship, SuperCarrier | 30 Comments

A Rare Commodity

Posted on June 3, 2020 by EagleAye

Mika ate the last bite. “Best tuna sandwich ever! But still, $500 is too much.” “I know,” said Bill. “But there’s chipping charges. It had to be shipped into Earth orbit.” “Yeah.” “Then through the hypergate to Ross 154. And … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Flash Fiction, Food, Funny, Humor, Hyperspace, Interstellar Travel, Science Fiction, Shipping Charges, Short Fiction, Short Story, Tuna Sandwich | 19 Comments

The State Secret

Posted on May 27, 2020 by EagleAye

Senator Hayworth was unknown for impulsiveness. During a state visit in Bulgaria, he pointed to a flower-like fountain. “What’s that?” “A gift from the aliens,” said Frank, Chief Advisor. Natalie, the Deputy Advisor, said, “It’s an alien/worm hybrid. Only once … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Alien, Flash Fiction, Fountain, Funny, Humor, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Sperm, State Sceret, Worm | 21 Comments

Battle of the Bands

Posted on May 20, 2020 by EagleAye

Inside an invisible alien ship, General Fan’Alba looked down on the human music festival. He turned to his primary commander, Rab’Kalla. “Stop worrying. We’ve defeated one-hundred alien worlds. Music is critical to us and the center of our strength. In … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Alien ship, Aliens, Battle of the Bands, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Music Festival, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction | 28 Comments

Know Thy God

Posted on May 14, 2020 by EagleAye

An enormous sea monster emerged from the waters of a Pacific island. Tourists fell over each other, running everywhere, screaming. Chaos ensued. Locals just calmly stepped out of the way. The forty-foot beast shambled through the market. It reached out … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Flash Fiction, Funny, Hats, Humor, Pacific Islands, Science Fiction, Sea Monster, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Virgin Sacrifice | 31 Comments

The Unhelpful Help

Posted on May 6, 2020 by EagleAye

Brent glared at the metal box in the weeds. “I don’t understand. The DNA sniffer is reporting aliens nearby, but there’s only us.” Beside him, his lab help, Devin, shook his head. “So many failures. Time for the Mark XXXIX?” … Continue reading →