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==Premise==
==Premise==
[[Sportacus]] is challenged by a new robot superhero, Roboticus, and needs to use all of his strength and [[SportsCandy]] to defeat him. Will [[Sportacus]], with the help of the kids, be able to keep his place as [[LazyTown]]’s number one superhero?
[[Sportacus]] is challenged by a new robot superhero, Roboticus, and needs to use all of his strength and Sports Candy to defeat him. Will [[Sportacus]], with the help of the kids, be able to keep his place as [[LazyTown (place)|LazyTown]]’s number one superhero?
==Plot synopsis==
==Plot synopsis==


===Prologue===
===Prologue===
[[Sportacus]] is admiring the beautiful day and looking through his [[telescope]] when he is challenged by the [[airship]] computer (voiced by [[Brynhildur Guðmundsdóttir]]) to run over all five walls in the center of [[LazyTown]] within 15 seconds.  He completes the challenge in a new record, 14 seconds while still adding a few other stunts (He throws his disc to cut an apple off the tree, and bats the apple over the walls, then chases and catches it). The record time registers on his wrist computer and then he says "[[SportsCandy]] works every time" before biting into his [[apple]].
[[Sportacus]] is admiring the beautiful day and looking through his telescope when he is challenged by the airship computer (voiced by [[Brynhildur Guðmundsdóttir]]) to run over all five walls in the center of LazyTown within 15 seconds.  He completes the challenge in a new record, 14 seconds while still adding a few other stunts (He throws his disc to cut an apple off the tree, and bats the apple over the walls, then chases and catches it). The record time registers on his wrist computer and then he says "Sports Candy works every time" before biting into his apple.


===Main episode===
===Main episode===
The kids are trying to clean up the play ground area because [[Stingy]] won't play there unless the Sports field is squeaky clean. [[Ziggy]] has been roped in to push [[Stingy]] up and down on the SeeSaw. [[Stephanie]] shows up and asks them why they are cleaning the sports field. [[Trixie]] answers that Stingy doesn't want to get his clothes dirty.  [[Robbie]] down in his lair (eating an ice cream cone) overhears the kids talking and cleaning and then says "I'll give them something to clean." He fires his trash out of his [[cannon]] and up to the surface.
The kids are trying to clean up the play ground area because [[Stingy]] won't play there unless the Sports field is squeaky clean. [[Ziggy]] has been roped in to push [[Stingy]] up and down on the Seesaw. [[Stephanie]] shows up and asks them why they are cleaning the sports field. [[Trixie]] answers that Stingy doesn't want to get his clothes dirty.  [[Robbie]] down in his lair (eating an ice cream cone) overhears the kids talking and cleaning and then says "I'll give them something to clean." He fires his trash out of his cannon and up to the surface.


===Mini Save===
===Mini Save===
[[Sportacus]] has to save [[Ziggy]] from [[Robbie]]'s trash Can when it lands on the SeeSaw and flips [[Ziggy]] into the trash can causing him to roll through the town. [[Sportacus]] does this by shooting a cable out of his wrist band and pulling a ball to himself that he uses to line up the deck chair into the path of the trash can. He also drops the end of the deck chair using a racket and ball so that the trash can rolls up the tree and he can catch it with his hands. [[Robbie]] is very upset over this save.  [[Pixel]] states that [[Sportacus]] is almost as fast and as strong as a robot.
[[Sportacus]] has to save [[Ziggy]] from [[Robbie]]'s trash Can when it lands on the Seesaw and flips [[Ziggy]] into the trash can causing him to roll through the town. [[Sportacus]] does this by shooting a cable out of his wrist band and pulling a ball to himself that he uses to line up the deck chair into the path of the trash can. He also drops the end of the deck chair using a racket and ball so that the trash can rolls up the tree and he can catch it with his hands. [[Robbie]] is very upset over this save.  [[Pixel]] states that [[Sportacus]] is almost as fast and as strong as a robot.


===Rotten Plan===
===Rotten Plan===
When [[Robbie]] hears what Pixel says he comes up with the idea of using a Robot to defeat [[Sportacus]]. A robot would be stronger and faster than [[Sportacus]]. He looks in his telephone directory and finds a Robot Supply company. No sooner has he hung up the phone than the Robot arrives in a huge Cargo Case falling from the ceiling. It comes with a [[remote control]] (in another little box). [[Robbie]] tests the robot and it is clear that it is very strong and capable. [[Robbie]] thinks he can now get rid of [[Sportacus]] Forever.... (Echo). While [[Ziggy]] is rehearsing how [[Sportacus]] saved him, he falls into the trash can again. [[Robbie]] sends the robot after [[Ziggy]] to save him this time. [[Robbie]] arranges a few other mishaps and the robot saves a person every time. The kids are amazed at the robot. [[Robbie]] tries to get the mayor to banish [[Sportacus]] by quoting a rule that there can only be one [[Super Hero]] in [[LazyTown]] (I wonder why he didn't use that rule in [[Sportafake]]?). [[Sportacus]] voluntarily leaves to go and try to become faster and stronger. The children are very upset by this but the [[Mayor]] encourages them to play some games. [[Robbie]] uses the robot to destroy the children's equipment and prevent them from playing. [[Stephanie]] and the [[Mayor]] figure out that to get rid of the robot, they will have to challenge him to a race. They all begin working out and exercising to beat the robot.  The song is "[[Never say Never]]." The race begins and Roboticus soons takes the lead, but [[Robbie]] uses him to set several traps on the way. The [[Mayor]] also figures out that [[Sportacus]] can compete in the race as he is just a normal LazyTowner now. [[Robbie]] says he will tell [[Sportacus]]. But instead he also sets a trap for [[Sportacus]]. [[Stephanie]] gives [[Ziggy]] some [[SportsCandy]] and this enables [[Ziggy]] to climb the large wall. [[Robbie]] tells [[Sportacus]] about the race and he runs off to join the team, but is caught in [[Robbie]]'s trap. [[Robbie]] parks his [[bulldozer]] on top of the hole where [[Sportacus]] is, but [[Sportacus]] is able to escape anyway. He takes the baton from [[Stephanie]] and races to the finish. On the way he frees the other trapped children. He makes it to the finish line ahead of Roboticus while Roboticus runs into a post and malfunctions. [[Robbie]] is exposed when he tries to get the robot working again. Roboticus chases after [[Robbie]] and [[Robbie]] runs away. [[Stephanie]] sings the [[Bing Bang Song]].  
When [[Robbie]] hears what Pixel says he comes up with the idea of using a Robot to defeat [[Sportacus]]. A robot would be stronger and faster than [[Sportacus]]. He looks in his telephone directory and finds a Robot Supply company. No sooner has he hung up the phone than the Robot arrives in a huge Cargo Case falling from the ceiling. It comes with a remote control (in another little box). [[Robbie]] tests the robot and it is clear that it is very strong and capable. [[Robbie]] thinks he can now get rid of [[Sportacus]] Forever.... (Echo). While [[Ziggy]] is rehearsing how [[Sportacus]] saved him, he falls into the trash can again. [[Robbie]] sends the robot after [[Ziggy]] to save him this time. [[Robbie]] arranges a few other mishaps and the robot saves a person every time. The kids are amazed at the robot. [[Robbie]] tries to get the mayor to banish [[Sportacus]] by quoting a rule that there can only be one Superhero in [[LazyTown]]. [[Sportacus]] voluntarily leaves to go and try to become faster and stronger. The children are very upset by this but the [[Mayor]] encourages them to play some games. [[Robbie]] uses the robot to destroy the children's equipment and prevent them from playing. [[Stephanie]] and the [[Mayor]] figure out that to get rid of the robot, they will have to challenge him to a race. They all begin working out and exercising to beat the robot.  The song is "[[Never Say Never]]." The race begins and Roboticus soon takes the lead, but [[Robbie]] uses him to set several traps on the way. The [[Mayor]] also figures out that [[Sportacus]] can compete in the race as he is just a normal LazyTowner now. [[Robbie]] says he will tell [[Sportacus]]. But instead he also sets a trap for [[Sportacus]]. [[Stephanie]] gives [[Ziggy]] some Sports Candy and this enables [[Ziggy]] to climb the large wall. [[Robbie]] tells [[Sportacus]] about the race and he runs off to join the team, but is caught in [[Robbie]]'s trap. [[Robbie]] parks his bulldozer on top of the hole where [[Sportacus]] is, but [[Sportacus]] is able to escape anyway. He takes the baton from [[Stephanie]] and races to the finish. On the way he frees the other trapped children. He makes it to the finish line ahead of Roboticus while Roboticus runs into a post and malfunctions. [[Robbie]] is exposed when he tries to get the robot working again. Roboticus chases after [[Robbie]] and [[Robbie]] runs away. [[Stephanie]] sings [[Bing Bang]].  


===Epilogue===
===Epilogue===
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==


* This is the start of the new Third Season of [[LazyTown]] after almost six years since [[LazyTown Extra]] aired.
* This is the start of the new 3rd Season of [[LazyTown]] after almost six years since [[LazyTown Extra]] aired.
* The role of [[Stephanie]] is now played by new comer, [[Chloe Lang]]. She was just 11 years old when starting filming.
* The role of [[Stephanie]] is now played by new comer, [[Chloe Lang]]. She was just 11 years old when starting filming.
* [[Magnús Scheving]], the actor who plays [[Sportacus]], was 49 years old when filming this season. This is his last season playing the character.
* [[Magnús Scheving]], the actor who plays [[Sportacus]], was 49 years old when filming this season. This is his last season playing the character.
* [[LazyTown Entertainment]] was acquired by [[Turner Broadcasting]] in 2011 and more money has been allocated to each episode.   
* [[LazyTown Entertainment]] was acquired by Turner Broadcasting in 2011 and more money has been allocated to each episode.   
* Once again, production quality has been increased. Props are larger and colours seem bolder and stronger. See also [[Colour Themes]].
* Once again, production quality has been increased. Props are larger and colors seem bolder and stronger. See also [[Colour Themes]].
* Each season will only feature 13 episodes.
* Each season will only feature 13 episodes.
* This season features a much more diminished [[opening credits]] sequence cut down from the original series but featuring shots of the new [[Stephanie]].
* This season features a much more diminished [[opening credits]] sequence cut down from the original series but featuring shots of the new [[Stephanie]].
* The airship computer with the female voice (voiced by [[Brynhildur Guðmundsdóttir]]) plays a more expanded role in this season.
* The airship computer with the female voice (voiced by [[Brynhildur Guðmundsdóttir]]) plays a more expanded role in this season.
* [[Sportacus]]' outfit has been upgraded with several new features including his wrist computer and his foldaway backpack containing a new speedy hang glider vehicle (seen later in this episode).
* [[Sportacus]]' outfit has been upgraded with several new features including his wrist computer and his foldaway backpack containing a new speedy hang glider vehicle (seen later in this episode).
* The songs used in Season 3 now all feature a mid-song work-out and teaching session lead by [[Stephanie]], this was not a popular move and will apparently be dropped for Season Four.
* The songs used in Season 3 now all feature a mid-song work-out and teaching session lead by [[Stephanie]], this was not a popular move and will apparently be dropped for Season 4.
* Robbie's names for [[Sportacus]]: "Sportaloon", "Sportaflop"
* Robbie's names for [[Sportacus]]: "Sportaloon", "Sportaflop"
* Unused [[Disguise]]s: in the background of [[Robbie]]'s lair we see a clown suit, a purple shirted outfit (might be from [[Dancing Dreams]]), [[Miss Roberta]]'s outfit, and what could be the [[Scout Master]] outfit from the future episode [[Scavenger Hunt]] (unclear).
* Unused [[Disguise]]s: in the background of [[Robbie]]'s lair we see a clown suit, a purple shirted outfit (might be [[Sully Swingahip]]), [[Miss Roberta]]'s outfit, and what could be the [[Lazy Scout Master General]].
* When [[Robbie]] sees how strong the robot is he says it is "6000 times stronger" than Sportacus. The number 6000 is used repeatedly in the model numbers for many of the devices in the show.
* When [[Robbie]] sees how strong the robot is he says it is "6000 times stronger" than Sportacus. The number 6000 is used repeatedly in the model numbers for many of the devices in the show.
* The robot's outfit is clearly designed after [[Sportacus]] (even has a 10 on the emblem) but in the signature purple colour of [[Robbie]]'s outfit. His name is also patterned after "[[Robbie]]".
* Roboticus is clearly designed after [[Sportacus]] (even has a 10 on it's emblem) but in the signature purple color of [[Robbie]]'s outfit. His name is also patterned after "[[Robbie]]".
* The [[LazyTown]] [[rule book]] makes an appearance in this episode.
* The [[LazyTown]] rule book makes an appearance in this episode.
* A new dimension has also been added to the [[Stephanie]] character in this season. She can put on her [[Super Hero]] goggles and do some amazing stuff. This is probably an off shoot of the "[[New SuperHero]]" episode in Season One.
* A new dimension has also been added to the [[Stephanie]] character in this season. She can put on her Superhero goggles and do some amazing stuff. This is probably an off shoot of "[[LazyTown's New Superhero]]".


[[Category:TV Series Episodes, Season 3]]
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Revision as of 21:51, 7 September 2014

Roboticus
Roboticus
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Episode no. 53
Original airdate April 6, 2013
Story by: -
Written by: Magnús Scheving
Máni Svavarsson
Ólafur Darri Ólafsson
Directed by: Magnús Scheving
Featured song(s) "Never Say Never"
Robbie's Disguise(s) -
Guest character(s) Roboticus
Episode chronology
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Premise

Sportacus is challenged by a new robot superhero, Roboticus, and needs to use all of his strength and Sports Candy to defeat him. Will Sportacus, with the help of the kids, be able to keep his place as LazyTown’s number one superhero?

Plot synopsis

Prologue

Sportacus is admiring the beautiful day and looking through his telescope when he is challenged by the airship computer (voiced by Brynhildur Guðmundsdóttir) to run over all five walls in the center of LazyTown within 15 seconds. He completes the challenge in a new record, 14 seconds while still adding a few other stunts (He throws his disc to cut an apple off the tree, and bats the apple over the walls, then chases and catches it). The record time registers on his wrist computer and then he says "Sports Candy works every time" before biting into his apple.

Main episode

The kids are trying to clean up the play ground area because Stingy won't play there unless the Sports field is squeaky clean. Ziggy has been roped in to push Stingy up and down on the Seesaw. Stephanie shows up and asks them why they are cleaning the sports field. Trixie answers that Stingy doesn't want to get his clothes dirty. Robbie down in his lair (eating an ice cream cone) overhears the kids talking and cleaning and then says "I'll give them something to clean." He fires his trash out of his cannon and up to the surface.

Mini Save

Sportacus has to save Ziggy from Robbie's trash Can when it lands on the Seesaw and flips Ziggy into the trash can causing him to roll through the town. Sportacus does this by shooting a cable out of his wrist band and pulling a ball to himself that he uses to line up the deck chair into the path of the trash can. He also drops the end of the deck chair using a racket and ball so that the trash can rolls up the tree and he can catch it with his hands. Robbie is very upset over this save. Pixel states that Sportacus is almost as fast and as strong as a robot.

Rotten Plan

When Robbie hears what Pixel says he comes up with the idea of using a Robot to defeat Sportacus. A robot would be stronger and faster than Sportacus. He looks in his telephone directory and finds a Robot Supply company. No sooner has he hung up the phone than the Robot arrives in a huge Cargo Case falling from the ceiling. It comes with a remote control (in another little box). Robbie tests the robot and it is clear that it is very strong and capable. Robbie thinks he can now get rid of Sportacus Forever.... (Echo). While Ziggy is rehearsing how Sportacus saved him, he falls into the trash can again. Robbie sends the robot after Ziggy to save him this time. Robbie arranges a few other mishaps and the robot saves a person every time. The kids are amazed at the robot. Robbie tries to get the mayor to banish Sportacus by quoting a rule that there can only be one Superhero in LazyTown. Sportacus voluntarily leaves to go and try to become faster and stronger. The children are very upset by this but the Mayor encourages them to play some games. Robbie uses the robot to destroy the children's equipment and prevent them from playing. Stephanie and the Mayor figure out that to get rid of the robot, they will have to challenge him to a race. They all begin working out and exercising to beat the robot. The song is "Never Say Never." The race begins and Roboticus soon takes the lead, but Robbie uses him to set several traps on the way. The Mayor also figures out that Sportacus can compete in the race as he is just a normal LazyTowner now. Robbie says he will tell Sportacus. But instead he also sets a trap for Sportacus. Stephanie gives Ziggy some Sports Candy and this enables Ziggy to climb the large wall. Robbie tells Sportacus about the race and he runs off to join the team, but is caught in Robbie's trap. Robbie parks his bulldozer on top of the hole where Sportacus is, but Sportacus is able to escape anyway. He takes the baton from Stephanie and races to the finish. On the way he frees the other trapped children. He makes it to the finish line ahead of Roboticus while Roboticus runs into a post and malfunctions. Robbie is exposed when he tries to get the robot working again. Roboticus chases after Robbie and Robbie runs away. Stephanie sings Bing Bang.

Epilogue

Robbie returns to his lair to hide from the robot, but the robot appears right behind him. Robbie runs into the packing case for the robot and it closes on top of him. Roboticus sits down on top of the closed case with Robbie inside and says in his robot voice "Someone's in trouble!"

Trivia

  • This is the start of the new 3rd Season of LazyTown after almost six years since LazyTown Extra aired.
  • The role of Stephanie is now played by new comer, Chloe Lang. She was just 11 years old when starting filming.
  • Magnús Scheving, the actor who plays Sportacus, was 49 years old when filming this season. This is his last season playing the character.
  • LazyTown Entertainment was acquired by Turner Broadcasting in 2011 and more money has been allocated to each episode.
  • Once again, production quality has been increased. Props are larger and colors seem bolder and stronger. See also Colour Themes.
  • Each season will only feature 13 episodes.
  • This season features a much more diminished opening credits sequence cut down from the original series but featuring shots of the new Stephanie.
  • The airship computer with the female voice (voiced by Brynhildur Guðmundsdóttir) plays a more expanded role in this season.
  • Sportacus' outfit has been upgraded with several new features including his wrist computer and his foldaway backpack containing a new speedy hang glider vehicle (seen later in this episode).
  • The songs used in Season 3 now all feature a mid-song work-out and teaching session lead by Stephanie, this was not a popular move and will apparently be dropped for Season 4.
  • Robbie's names for Sportacus: "Sportaloon", "Sportaflop"
  • Unused Disguises: in the background of Robbie's lair we see a clown suit, a purple shirted outfit (might be Sully Swingahip), Miss Roberta's outfit, and what could be the Lazy Scout Master General.
  • When Robbie sees how strong the robot is he says it is "6000 times stronger" than Sportacus. The number 6000 is used repeatedly in the model numbers for many of the devices in the show.
  • Roboticus is clearly designed after Sportacus (even has a 10 on it's emblem) but in the signature purple color of Robbie's outfit. His name is also patterned after "Robbie".
  • The LazyTown rule book makes an appearance in this episode.
  • A new dimension has also been added to the Stephanie character in this season. She can put on her Superhero goggles and do some amazing stuff. This is probably an off shoot of "LazyTown's New Superhero".