MAIZEMOVIEMAKER

*MAIZEMOVIEMAKER* is the First episode of Season 2. Unlike previous episodes, this episode does not revolve around a Monument and focuses more on worldbuilding (A theme that becomes more common this Season). The premise of this episode introduces to viewers a Technology Conglomerate named Maize Machines. Another change introduced in this season is the replacement of "Archivist Notes" with "Statements from Maize".

## **Overview**

*MAIZEMOVIEMAKER's* Story is different to other episodes that came before. Rather than focusing on another US monument, this episode (and by extension Season 2) does some worldbuilding. In this episode we are introduced to Maize Machines, a technology conglomerate that will serve as the Primary Antagonist of the Season. We also learn that the Earth in the Deaniverse is much less advanced technology-wise due to some kind of incident in the United States during 1980 that resulted in Personal Computers being Banned and Destroyed Nationwide, Other countries would follow soon after.

### **Section 1: First Commercial & Timeline.**

#### *Popcorn Prime Commercial*

The video starts with a vintage advertisement for a Personal Computer called *Popcorn Prime* produced by a company called Maize. The commercial is simple, with the PC front-and-canter, a sound similar to a Fax machine is heard in the background (likely the Start-up Sequence). Advertised as the fastest personal computer on Earth, *Prime* has a . . unique design compared to what we would typically associate with Computers of the Nixonverse. The designs features include the majority of it's components within a Box attached to a Built-in-Screen, Keyboard and Mouse, additionally there is a Checkerboard pattern of lights on the front of the Computer.

*P.S. - Given this is was designed in the late 60s and released in 1970, the bulky size is understandable since normal computers of the era typically took up an entire room. In a later Q&A, Alex mentioned the Popcorn Prime and other Maize computers use Biomechanical Components, however he refused to elaborate further. An ongoing theory in the Mythos Discord proposes these parts are sourced from Special Trees.*

#### *Maize Manufacturing Plants Timeline 1960-1971*

Once the commercial ends, the video abruptly cuts to a Diagram map showcasing all Maize Manufacturing Plants built over the course of 11-yrs, Spanning across the Continental United States with the first Plant built in 1960 in Sacramento, CA to the last Plant built in 1971 in Scranton PA. (These locations are an approximation as the exact locations are unknown.)

### Section 2: PSA & Second Commercial

#### *Computer Public Safety Announcement*

Imeadietly after the timeline diagram, a VHS recording of a PSA is played. It is somewhat confusing as it implies something has gone horribly wrong in the development of computers. An example of this is that Computers are to be collected and disposed of, ignoring the Fourth Amendment of the US constitution(which protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government), in the name of public safety.

*"Maize and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission want to remind you about the mandatory recall of ALL personal computers. Personal computers may pose to a risk to American lives and Infrastructure. Promptly Dispose of your computers at your local Hazardous Tech Collection Center. Your safety is the upmost importance to us."*

Below the Computer are two lines of text that are not narrated. *"Outbreaks reported." and "Fourth Amendments do not apply"*

#### *Maize Movie Maker Commercial*

This commercial is different to the previous one, lasting about 2 minutes, It details the highs and lows of Maize's history before unveiling the Device advertised. It's in this timeline that we learn of several important events and topics that will be expanded upon later in the series and gives some context to previous entries in Season 1. Each time point includes an Image to accompany it.

***With Maize Movie Maker now you can take control.***

## Statement From Maize

*~~- Trespassing on Maize Property is Forbidden 🌽~~*

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