Sam Riegel's Crash Pandas One-Shot

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Sam Riegel hosts a special oneshot to thank supporters of the Pablove Foundation, raising over $70,000 with a revised goal of $75,000 for a fireside chat. Players engage in a Trash Pandas game involving raccoons and street racing, with unique characters, car modifications, and strategic decisions leading to victory in the R.O.D.E.N.T Championships.

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Sam Riegel introduces Crash Pandas as a special oneshot to thank supporters of the Pablove Foundation, raising over $70,000.
Players for the Trash Pandas game include Travis, Laura, Liam, Marisha, and Matt, with Grant Howitt as the game's writer.
The game revolves around raccoons in Los Angeles aiming to enter a dangerous street-racing competition for humans to access the best trash supply.
The group successfully gets into the ice cream truck, now named Mr. Fasty, for the race, encountering various challenges and decisions.
Marisha impresses with a successful social media campaign that leads to a character losing her job and sponsorships.
Revenge is enacted on rats controlling cars during the race, culminating in victory and respect from Vin Diesel, ending the game on a comical note.

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Recent questions

What is Crash Pandas?
A special oneshot game for charity.
Who are the players in Crash Pandas?
Travis, Laura, Liam, Marisha, and Matt.
What is the goal of Crash Pandas?
To raise funds for the Pablove Foundation.
What are the unique stats in Crash Pandas?
Alacrity, chutzpah, ferociousness, and rotundity.
What is the setting of Crash Pandas?
Los Angeles, where raccoons struggle for food.

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Summary

00:00

Crash Pandas: Charity Oneshot Raises $70,000

Sam Riegel introduces Crash Pandas: Too Trashed Too Curious as a special oneshot to thank the Critters and donors supporting the Pablove Foundation, raising over $70,000.
Donations are still open with a revised goal of $75,000, promising a fireside chat with Sam wearing a robe and sipping wine if the goal is met.
A prize will be given away during the show, with Blair Herter assisting, and donations can be made throughout the night.
Players for the Trash Pandas game include Travis, Laura, Liam, Marisha, and Matt, with Grant Howitt as the game's writer.
The game involves four stats: alacrity, chutzpah, ferociousness, and rotundity, with different rules for actions and driving cars.
Sam admits to not knowing much about cars or the game's rules, asking viewers to correct any terminology mistakes.
The game setting is in Los Angeles, where raccoons are struggling to find food due to recycling and composting trends.
The raccoons aim to enter the R.O.D.E.N.T. circuit, a dangerous street-racing competition for humans, to access the best trash supply.
The story begins with the raccoons gathering for a qualifying race by the LA River, each sharing their reasons for participating.
Characters include Reggie Burns, Rhinestone, Ringo, Izzy, and Goober, each with unique motivations and backgrounds for joining the race.

13:39

"Race for cars with intrigue and sabotage"

Grecian Toretto sets the rules for a race with five cars, where the top two advance and losers forfeit their cars.
The racers, including the group, consider stealing one of the empty cars, with Marisha eyeing the ice cream truck and Laura favoring the green car.
Each car is described, including REV Speedwagon, Taxi Cab Concussions, Victor von Vroom, The Exterminator, and Mr. Fasty.
Marisha checks Animalgram for followers, finding Taxi Cab Concussions and Mr. Fasty have significant followings.
The group debates which car to choose based on speed and attention, with Travis discovering nitrous in The Exterminator.
Travis successfully finds a nitrous tank and Flowmaster exhaust in The Exterminator.
Izzy fails to enter the ice cream truck, alerting the driver, a tough woman with a mohawk.
Ringo investigates The Exterminator, finding lethal substances, and swaps a can of spray paint for a bottle of poison.
Laura and Marisha attempt to open the ice cream truck window with a broom, but fail.
The tough woman approaches the group, potentially inspecting the car they are investigating.

25:45

Ice Cream Truck Heist and Race

Travis suggests killing someone, leading to excitement from Sam and Laura mentioning pirates.
Laura skitters away from an ice cream truck, prompting a plan to take a vehicle.
Liam suggests stealing a vehicle, debating between an ice cream truck and a station wagon.
Travis uses a grappling hook to open the ice cream truck's back door.
Liam distracts a woman by pretending to have rabies, causing her to call for help.
Matt attempts to hotwire the ice cream truck as the race is about to start.
Liam breaks a canister of poison to create a distraction, causing the woman to get sick.
The group successfully gets into the ice cream truck, now named Mr. Fasty, for the race.
Instructions for driving the ice cream truck are given, with different actions corresponding to dice numbers.
The group starts the race, with various actions taken including turning, accelerating, and throwing ice cream at other vehicles.

37:03

"High-speed race with cool actions and sabotage"

The vehicle is traveling at 60 miles per hour with a six-speed transmission.
The first impact causes damage to the vehicle, resulting in a loose hubcap.
Cool points can be spent to perform cool actions during the race.
The Exterminator deploys poison gas to create a smoke screen.
Nitrous is suggested to counter the poison gas attack.
A rocket booster is used to propel the vehicle forward, pulling it along.
The rocket booster causes an explosion, flattening The Exterminator's car.
Water hazards slow down the vehicle, affecting its speed.
A broomstick is used as a weapon to shatter The Exterminator's windshield.
Duct tape is used to repair the vehicle, strengthening one tire.

47:34

"Urine chain saves friends in epic race"

Liam reaches for the chain being thrown to him and simultaneously urinates on the side of the old lady's face.
A flying bladder of urine shoots out, covering the side of the car.
The group shoots over the ramp, with friends grabbing onto a chain of urine to make it to safety on the other side.
Hobos start throwing rocks at the group during the race's last leg.
Everyone makes a rotundity check to survive the rocks being thrown, with Goober getting hit and becoming unconscious.
Marisha successfully pulls Goober in, taking an epic selfie in the process.
Goober regains consciousness as the group pulls under a bridge, ending the race.
Grecian Toretto congratulates the group for making it to the R.O.D.E.N.T Championships, a humans-only race.
Victor von Vroom agrees to meet at midnight behind the water purification plant at LAX for a race.
The group heads to the dump to find parts for their car, encountering a skunk named Bald Paw who used to be a street racer.

58:48

"Blair's Paw Loss Leads to Junkyard Job"

Blair recounts losing his paw while drag racing from San Francisco to Los Angeles, leading to his current job in a junkyard.
Travis attempts a history check on Albert T. Skunk, also known as Bald Paw, a legendary figure in an epic race.
Albert T. Skunk sells car parts to racers, rumored to enhance vehicle speed upon acquisition.
Blair reveals his contentment with his current role in the junkyard, emphasizing a progressive and inclusive environment.
Blair requests the group to clean a row of porta potties in exchange for car parts, citing his need for companionship.
A confrontation with an old lady in the dump leads to her allowing the group to stay, albeit with a warning.
Reggie Burns discovers a pit filled with valuable racecar parts guarded by the old lady with a shotgun.
The group plans to weaponize their vehicle with help from Blair, who offers various deadly options, particularly involving flames.
Blair unveils a surprising revelation to Marisha, claiming to be her father and detailing their intertwined past.
The group disguises themselves in cardboard boxes to sneak towards the pit of valuable car parts, successfully passing the challenge.

01:08:53

"Debt, Rats, and Daring Escapes: Reggie's Dilemma"

Rhinestone is present and not taking selfies due to poor internet service.
Reggie Burns notices three rats on a trash pile, one small, one medium, and one big.
Reggie owes a significant debt to Big Paulie, who is associated with the rats.
Reggie seeks help from the group to deal with Paulie and his debt.
Paulie and the rats are watching the group's movements.
Reggie warns the group to be cautious around Paulie and to eliminate him if necessary.
The group plans to distract Jessica to retrieve a shotgun.
Izzy, Reggie, and Rhinestone descend into a deep pit using a ladder.
Rhinestone accidentally tilts the ladder, trapping the group in the pit.
Liam plans to use a turbo rocket to distract Jessica and retrieve the shotgun, leading to chaos and floodlights turning on.

01:19:09

Blindfolded players catch items for vehicle modifications.

Players are blindfolded and throwing items to Reggie Burns, who is catching them with one hand.
Matt is blind and must catch items thrown by others to keep them.
Coordination is key as players struggle to catch items in a chaotic game.
Suggestions are made on when to catch items to improve success.
Players continue to throw items, with varying success in catching them.
The game involves tossing various items, creating a fun and challenging atmosphere.
Players exit the dumpster, feeling a mix of emotions and losing their rocket and shotgun.
The group returns to the workshop with new parts and items for their vehicle.
Items acquired include a bag of sand, a sail and mast, flame decals, barbecue tools, and a PS4.
Players brainstorm and implement modifications to their vehicle for an upcoming race, including a rocket launcher, ice cream slick, sabotage tactics, and unique additions like a sail and flame decals.

01:30:09

"Car quiz, debt, sabotage, and intense race"

Sam mentions hallucinations, uncertainty about reality, and going along with the situation.
Izzy notices a movie theater across the street playing a marathon of movies like Fast and Furious, XXX, Riddick, The Pacifier, and more.
Izzy disappears but has a great week while the group works on the car.
A mechanic quiz is conducted, with questions about exhaust pipes, tire tests, and U-joints.
Travis answers the quiz correctly, showcasing his knowledge of car stuff.
Reggie Burns is approached by Big Paulie, who demands Reggie to take out a driver in exchange for wiping out his debt.
The racers are introduced for the R.O.D.E.N.T. championships, including Victor von Vroom, Sass-car, Vin Diesel, Roadkill, and Mr. Fasty.
Marisha tries to sabotage Victor von Vroom's car by putting sand in it.
The racers prepare for the race, with Marisha successfully getting sand in Victor von Vroom's car.
The race is about to begin on North Center Street, with tensions high and various characters present.

01:42:48

Highway flare race with dark twists

Grecian lights up 150 highway flares for the race, increasing tension.
Hearts of racers are beating at around 200 beats per minute.
Marisha doxxes drivers online using the dark web.
Matt hides a sharp utensil in his cast for potential use.
Blair, struggling with past trauma, creates a dramatic moment with his daughter.
The race begins with Grecian raising the flag, but one car stalls at the start line.
The racers face challenges, including a coffin in the street and a collision with Victor von Vroom.
Izzy performs a skillful maneuver, narrowly avoiding obstacles and impressing the crowd.
Sass-car insults Goober, causing him to slow down due to insecurity about his hairiness.
Mother Trucker releases knives onto the track, leading to evasive maneuvers and damage to the racers' car.

01:54:54

"Racing group faces obstacles at LAX"

The group approaches a gate at LAX airport, with solid brick walls on each side and orphans crossing the street.
Participants must decide on actions, with some unable to participate due to their position in the car.
Actions involve extending a mast with a sail, aiming a rocket launcher, and detonating nitrous to jump over the gate.
Despite attempts, the rocket aimed at Roadkill is redirected towards Vin Diesel and then Guy in Motorcycle.
A successful explosion propels the car over the gate, leading the raccoons to the lead position.
The car sustains damage, with the back suspension and wheels in poor condition.
Participants must choose actions for the next round, with some causing herky-jerky movements.
Actions include creating an oil slick with melted ice cream and engaging in a moment with Vin Diesel.
Other actions involve attempting a daring jump onto Roadkill's car, with varying degrees of success.
The group faces a hairpin turn and potential obstacles, with decisions impacting their progress in the game.

02:06:44

"Game creator revealed through intense gameplay"

The game's creator is revealed through the rules.
Losing hands is a possibility in the game.
A player's heads-up display malfunctions, leading to a claw attack.
Attempting to dodge the claws, a player lands on a car's roof.
A failed attempt to throw a knife at the Exterminator.
A player tries to swing across cars using a barbecue fork.
Another player tries to strangle the Exterminator with a controller cord.
Roadkill throws a player from the vehicle.
Sass Car insults the players, leading to a rotundity check.
Players make strategic moves, including turning and throwing items at opponents.

02:18:28

Ice cream mishap leads to dramatic chase.

The ice cream hits the front tire, causing it to jam and stop rolling due to a banana peel getting caught in the wheel well.
Travis and Sam discuss the axle pinions and the tire popping, leading to a spin that throws Reggie Burns towards Laura and Sam.
Laura decides to catch Reggie as he flies towards her, showing remorse for his betrayal.
Tears stream down Matt's face as Laura forgives him, comparing the situation to a movie scene.
Marisha plans to record Sass Car's actions and start a smear campaign against her on social media.
Marisha impresses Sam with her successful social media campaign, leading to Sass Car losing her job and sponsorships.
Travis abandons the steering wheel, uses kerosene to boost the car's speed, and earns a cool point for his action.
The group accelerates, knocks Sass Car off the course, and avoids missiles fired by Roadkill.
Liam convinces Vin Diesel to help him confront Roadkill, leading to a high-speed chase.
Matt leaps through the air towards Roadkill's windshield, aiming for a dramatic impact.

02:32:13

Rat-controlled cars collide in chaotic race

The speedometer maxes out at 80, but Goober adjusts it to 40, then back up to 120 mph.
Sam's car is stimulating a nipple, and Goober's work is praised.
Big Paulie, a rat, is revealed to be controlling the car, leading to a furious confrontation.
Matt goes berserk, attacking Paulie and decapitating him successfully.
Liam accelerates, aiming to collide with Sassy's car, leading to a haunting tentacle incident.
The race continues with various cars colliding and Vin Diesel's car being severely damaged.
Matt and Liam take control of Roadkill's car, becoming part of the rat-controlled vehicles.
The cars are stuck, and a plan to blow the car over the finish line is executed successfully.
Revenge is enacted on the rats controlling the cars, leading to victory and respect from Vin Diesel.
A humorous disguise is worn by the group, fooling Vin Diesel and Grecian Toretto, ending the race on a comical note.

02:46:22

"Surprising transformations and unexpected prizes revealed"

Laura rips off a beard, revealing fur underneath, leading to a kiss with Sam.
The left hand takes a selfie with a phone, while the right hand caresses a steering wheel.
The legs push into the pelvis, and a grabby hand grabs Vin Diesel for a kiss.
A coonskin hat hides a view, leading to respect and life lessons learned.
Various prizes are awarded, including a custom bicycle and a PS4, with future giveaways planned.

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