Aerial nuisance, lightly tethered.
Ballon Cat
He follows the path because it has a plan.
Things We Know
The field has noticed six things.
Ticker
$BCAT
Material
Glossy cat-shaped party balloon.
Altitude
One string above the grass.
Expression
Concerned, even in perfect weather.
Route
Whichever way the breeze misfiles him.
Tail
Curled for balance. Mostly decorative.
A Short Flight
Ballon Cat began above the quiet field, tied to nothing important. He follows the dirt path because it is the only thing below him with a plan. Clouds pass. The tree keeps its distance. By late afternoon, he has travelled several metres and understood none of them.
- First gust, Leaves without notice.
- Low cloud, Offers no useful direction.
- Dirt path, Keeps planning below.
- Lone tree, Declines involvement.
- Home field, Still directly underneath.
Reliable Qualities
Three qualities remain steady when the wind does not.
Light cargo
Mostly air, with one durable opinion.
Fixed expression
Every altitude receives the same worried stare.
Soft landing
The grass has been briefed.
Ballon Cat
Stay low. He probably will not.