Squid

[Patty Rose]

61a. You Can Look but You Can’t Place
Ray finishes modelling a giant gold statue of himself but has no where to place it in his room. He attempts to find places around the campus to place it in but comes out with no luck. Because of all the noise Ray made while searching, Squidward offers to have the statue be placed in his room so he can continue his peaceful rest. Unfortunately, it suddenly becomes sunny, and the gold statue is revealed to actually be wrapped in gold tin foil, unveiling a chocolate statue that melts and fills the entirety of Squidward’s room with chocolate as he continues to rest.

Trivia: At the beginning of the episode, Ray smacks his hand with a hammer, causing a bruise on his left hand. The bruise can be seen on Ray's hand throughout the episode.

 

61b. Ink That a Problem
Squidward is behind on his student loans and decides to sell his art to repay his debt. He’s unsuccessful at first until he begins autographing them. Now they sell like hot cakes. It’s later revealed that the ink Squidward used to sign them is very rare and worth hundreds, which Squidward fails to realise until Peterpus tells him. He continues to sell his autographed paintings until he runs out of his ink and is forced to purchase one of his sold paintings from Helga who charges all the profit that Squidward made. The painting Helga then gives Squidward is revealed to have a plagiarised signature and not have the proper ink. Squidward breaks down, realising he no longer has the money to pay his loans.

Trivia: Squidward's room still shows sign of chocolate stains, referencing the previous episode.

[Sophlez]

62a - The Study Club

It's finals week at PMU, and everyone is nervous, Squidward especially. Squidward is worried that he will fail his finals. His friends try to cheer him up, so they form a study group together. They all have a great time studying, and even some other students such as Morty, Brad, Squidina and Melody join in. After their study sessions are over, everyone gets to work on their finals. Squidward and his friends pass after much hard work, making them happy. Professor Shell is proud of the five, and says he's looking forward to seeing them next semester. The last bell rings, as everyone runs off the campus cheering.

Trivia: The book To Kill a Mockingclam (from "Squilver Bells") appears in the Study Club.

62b - New Kelp City Carnival

It's summer time, so Squidward and his friends ponder what they'll do to start their vacation. Eellen suggests to the gang they can have fun at the New Kelp City Carnival. They agree, as the five have some fun together at the carnival. Ray checks out the rides. Eellen & Daphne check out a few shops, looking for clothes to buy. Peterpus and Squidward play carnival games together. Squidward fails a few times, but is able to win one, earning himself a nice hat as a prize.

After all these festivities are over, they regroup on the boardwalk and watch the sunset together. They reminisce together, as Squidward says he's actually going to miss them when they graduate from PMU and have to go their separate ways. Ray, Eellen, Daphne and Peterpus also admit they've been feeling the same way, a bit worried about what the future holds. He thanks them for being the best friends he's ever had. They thank him for being as kind and friendly to them as he is. Regardless of what the future holds, Squidward promises to the four he'll cherish their memories while they last, as they watch the beautiful sunset.

Trivia: Posters for the Barnacle Surfers and Jellyfish Go can be seen at the carnival.

Edited June 3, 2018 by jjsthekid

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63a - Miss Tentacles Glitter Superstar

Daphne enlists in NKC's annual beauty pageant but surprisingly asks Squidward for his point of view with her clothing for the contest and if he could make the outfits. Squidward happily obligates, as fashion is one of his many forms of artistic expression. But halfway in sowing for the contest, he overhears Daphne saying to a friend on the phone that she wanted the most ugliest clothes for the contest, something so zany and out there the judges might be wow'ed in a whole so bad it's good kind of way. Feeling insulted, Squidward is about to throw away the dresses when an idea comes upon him. He's gonna run against Daphne for Miss New Kelp City in proving to her that he can make wonderful, beautiful clothing. Squidward's clothes backfire on him, as they are indeed ugly to the judges, but the judges find them amusingly bad. Which proved Daphne's point earlier that Squidward's fashion isn't to be taken seriously. This crushes Squidward but somehow him and Daphne make it in the top two, In a twist of fate, Eellen wins the contest even though she didn't enter it as the judges dig her ditsy charm in the pageant's audience and her dress made out of used makeup powder brushes from the models she found in the dumpster in the back of the pageant. Daphne then apologies to Squidward for calling his clothes lame and Squidward apologies for going against her. But later on they then hear a singing contest coming up and Daphne asks Squidward to be her vocal coach (so that the judges will find her so bad she becomes internet famous) starting the whole cycle over again.

Trivia - A date with Kevin the Sea Cucumber was the prize for the third runner up of the pageant, although no one wanted it.

63b - Say a Prayer for Peterpus

When the gang is out getting Sam's Non-Fish Homemade Sushi™  like the non-cannibals they are, they stumble across an abandoned and shadowy looking building across the street. Eellen urges them all to go inside because it looks interesting. Daphne says it looks horrible and dirty while Peterpus kindly suggests it would be too clique to enter something like that and not expect some wild, wacky thing to kill them or something. Squidward and Ray call him a stick in the mud but Peterpus stands his ground in protecting his friends. But Eellen sneaks behind the rest of her gang and startles them, they run inside the scary looking store. The door is unlocked and there is a big OPEN sign despite it being completely empty inside, without any lights or anything. The gang use their phones' flashlights to look around and Peterpus accidentally activates a trap floor which he falls down, leading to an underground dungeon of some sorts. The gang tries to rescue him, but the trap floor's hole disappears, leaving them without their buddy. When Peterpus comes to, he tries to find a way to escape, only finding mysterious hooded people claiming themselves as the Octocult. They believe one chosen prophesy octopus would come and save them. Peterpus asks saved with what, thinking it'll be some kind of big deal only for them to say save them from being stuck inside this damn pizza parlor joint for the last fifteen years. They take off their hoods to reveal greasy black slicked hair and Italian accents. Then they get down and worship Peterpus, offering him huge pizza pies, a fine candlelight table to sit at, the old man cult dude with one tooth plays accordion music for him and other Italian cuisine shticks because haha stereotypes and don't kill me the author is Italian herself. Peterpus agrees with the author, there's more stereotypes in here in a Family Guy episode plus he doesn't want to be worship like some kind of savior, when he is a simple octopus. Plus he wants to get back to his friends who are probably worried for him. But the Octocult refuses, forcing him to stay down there and eventually locking him up when he tries to escape. He eventually finds resistance is futile so Peterpus gives in to being their god and as time and the hours rolls by, actually starts to like the praise, the worship, all of it. Releasing the egoistical and wrathful side to him he thought he didn't have. Squidward and the gang finally manage to activate the trap floor (Eellen trips on a dust bunny and it activated it, causing Helga to face palm in disbelief) and find Peterpus as a crazed leader making his subjects give him only the finest foods, bow down to him and fan him with big leaves. Squidward, Ray and Daphne selfishly wish they had his kingship but Helga slaps them out of it and tells them they have to shake some common sense into Peterpus, reminding him who he really is. Fed up with their "mutiny against his tomato sauce covered kingdom" Peterpus has them sentenced by the guards to eating enough meatballs for them to feel too stuffed to even move. And when that happens, they have to stuff down large mozzarella sticks. But seeing his friends in giant stuffed stomach agony, Peterpus finally comes to his senses and orders them to stop. He apologizes sincerely, saying he just wanted some praise once in a while but got too carried away. The Octocult tries to chase after the gang as they try to escape but to no luck for the cult. The gang rush out of the restaurant and run fast enough all the way out of town from fear. Peterpus asks if it was right leaving those guys stuck down in the dungeon again but the gang don't answer him back. Meanwhile Greg Shell after getting some of that fancy non-fish sushi stumbles across the same building, falls down the trap floor and the whole god of a cult thing happens again, as the cult claims they're called the Cultortoise were looking for a sea turtle to save them all these years. Greg just shrugs and goes along with it, enjoying the fancy Italian meals they give him because it's off school season and a professor needs a break.

Trivia - A picture of the Bubble Poppin' Gang can be seen in the background of the dungeon.

[Jjs Goodman]

64a. Summer Job

One day, Squidward is chilling at the New Kelp City Krusty Krab, while Ray, Peterpus, Daphne and Eellen do their jobs. Squidward feels jealous that he has yet to get a job,, lamenting this fact. His friends try to cheer him up, and tell him they'll help him get hired somewhere. Squidward is determined, deciding it's time to get a summer job and make some money. They go on a job hunt montage, trying to see who is hiring but nobody is. Eventually, they find a shady, lone store named "Peter Lankton's Knick Knacks". Squidward walks inside, seeing tons of odd knick knacks on display. Hans Gutenberg then greets him, surprising the gang. Squidward asks what Hans is doing in New Kelp City, and Hans explains his family is on vacation here, so he got a part-time job. "Peter Lankton" introduces himself, though Squidward's group doesn't see him at first. They look down to see "Peter Lankton", as Squidward awkwardly explains he's applying for a job. "Peter Lankton" tells him he's hired, as he gives Squidward a broom and tells him to clean up the shop with Hans. Ray, Eellen, Daphne and Peterpus wish Squidward luck, as they head back to the New Kelp City Krusty Krab. "Peter Lankton" then requests Squidward buy a Krabby Patty for him, telling him he's starved. Squidward is about to purchase one, but then puts two and two together, realizing it's Plankton. Squidward facepalms himself for not realizing, and angrily storms back to the store. He tells Plankton the jig is up, but Plankton laughs, knowing he fell right into his trap. Plankton presses a button, locking down the entire building, confusing Hans. The store then transforms into a Plankton robot, as it heads toward the New Kelp City Krusty Krab, ready to vaporize it. Squidward and Hans work together to free themselves from a trap, and Squidward is able to disable the robot in time by breaking the remote. Mr. Krabs and Squidward's friends see the collapsed robot outside. Plankton tries to run away, but Mr. Krabs grabs him, and ties him to a balloon. He sends Plankton floating away, as they bid farewell to him. Mr. Krabs, Hans and Squidward's friends are proud of him for stopping Plankton in time. As a reward, Mr. Krabs decides to let Squidward work at this Krusty Krab as the cashier, while Daphne will now be on cleaning duty since she was tired of taking orders. Though, Krabs says he can't promise he'll pay Squidward much, as he has a hearty laugh, while Squidward simply replies "meh", happy he can work with his friends.

Major Events: Squidward finally gets a job at the New Kelp City Krusty Krab, being able to work with his friends.

Trivia:

-Final appearances of Mr. Krabs and Plankton.

-Hans Gutenberg (from "Strange Exchange") reappears.

 

64b. Frenemy

One day, Squilliam visits New Kelp City again, where he is holding a massive party at his private yacht. Strangely enough however, he also sent invites to Squidward and his friends, confusing all five. They are given directions to his private bus, where he will drive his faithful partygoers to the yacht. Squidward is unsure if he should go, suspecting Squilliam has a trick up his sleeve. Peterpus says he shouldn't worry, as Squilliam hasn't tried bugging him in a long time. Squidward is still skeptic, as he only considers Squilliam a "frenemy" for now, even if they've been on okay terms recently. Squidward and friends board the fancy gold bus, where multiple other rich people and close friends of Squilliam are. Squilliam welcomes them all, and Squidward asks why he invited him, suspicious. Squilliam insists there is no hostile intention behind it, telling him to sit back and relax to some freeform jazz, as the driver puts it on the radio. As the driver keeps driving the bus, the road he wanted to go through has been blocked off, creating a complication. Squilliam demands the driver takes a detour, as he does. Unfortunately, the bus gets lost, and ends up popping a tire, sending it into the same trench Squidward and friends got trapped in before. The bus crashes, but everyone makes it out okay. Squilliam is irritated now, fearing his party is ruined, and begins to cry. Squidward tells him to man up, because the party won't be cancelled on his watch. Squilliam is surprised to see Squidward wanting to help him, as he admits he was planning to humiliate him and his friends at the party. Ray, Eellen, Daphne and Peterpus roll their eyes at this, but Squidward doesn't really care. The two agree to a truce, as Squidward and his friends help lead everyone out of the trench, evading dangerous creatures. Squilliam respects Squidward's courage, realizing maybe he isn't too bad of a guy. They make it out, as they see the yacht not too far away. Squilliam and his guests all have a great time on the yacht. Squilliam thanks Squidward and his friends for saving his party, saying he actually sort of has always respected him as a rival. Squidward admits he respects Squilliam's talents too. The two declare a truce as "frenemies", and continue to enjoy the party.

Trivia:

-The trench from "Lower Your Abysspectations" reappears. 

-Final appearance of Squilliam.

-Events from "B2: The Mighty Geeks", "Squidward & Squilliam", and "The Revenge of Squilliam Returns" are referenced.

 

One episode remains. Stay tuned for the series finale, coming next week!

[Jjs Goodman]

65. Graduation & Farewell

Time has passed. Squidward, Ray, Peterpus, Eellen and Daphne are finally at the end of their last semester at PMU, ready for graduation. The five cannot believe they're going to be graduating and moving on with their lives after so long. Squidward says he's going to miss everyone at PMU, but especially them and the memories they've made here over the years. The five reminisce over their whacky and mundane adventures during their PMU tenures. Eellen says that this doesn't have to be it for their friendship, as the five can still reunite whenever they can. Squidward says he hopes so, but he can never be too sure how the future will go. Ray reassures him their five's friendship is an eternal one and that nothing will separate them. Daphne is surprised to hear words of wisdom like that come from Ray, as she laughs, but also agrees with him. As the five all laugh and keep remembering their good times throughout their PMU days, they reassure each other they'll still have a friendship even after they go their separate ways. They decide to savor their last college day together as long as they can, as they tour around the PMU building and say their farewells to multiple old friends and students.

Later, the time has come. The five friends are in their graduation uniforms, sitting with their fellow classmates in the football field, where the graduation ceremony is being held. Wobbegong gives a passionate speech, proud of them all. She then begins to call out their names, as students walk up and receive their diploma from Professor Shell, who shakes their hand along with Wobbegong. Then, Squidward's group is called up. First Ray, then Eellen, then Peterpus, then Daphen, and last but not least, Squidward himself. Wobbegong and Shell are proud of the five, as they shake their hands and hand them their diplomas. The five feel honored and proud, as they go back to their seats. After the ceremony is over, the class throws their caps into the air, and a group photo is taken. The five friends say their farewells to all the friends they've made at PMU over the years, and even have friendly goodbyes to their various teachers. Professor Shell says the five have come a long way since they first met, and wishes them best of luck in their future endeavors. Daphne asks how much longer Shell is even going to still be teaching, to which he replies probably not very longer, as they laugh.

The five friends are leaving the campus, along with the other classmates. The five look at New Kelp City ahead. They give their farewells to each other, but promise to meet up again when they get time. The five go their separate paths, as Squidward looks at his clarinet contently. Years after their graduation, we see what has became of the five. Squidward becomes a famous clarinet player, who surprisingly isn't mediocre. Peterpus and Squidina get married, as Peterpus finally becomes a full-time magician after much practice. Ray becomes a professional athlete for the New Kelp Patriots, helping to score many victories for the team. Eellen becomes a famous politician. Daphne becomes a famed fashion designer. The five live out great careers, though struggle to find time to interact with each other again.

That is until one day, the five decide to revisit PMU out of an impulse, after getting time off. The PMU campus is seen still standing just the way it was years ago. A new generation of students visit it on their first day. Squidward, Ray, Peterpus, Eellen and Daphne's older selves visit the campus again for old time's sake, as the five see each other again for the first time in a long while. They are surprised, but also happy. They inquire with each other how they've been doing, as they share stories about their careers thus far. Squidward revisits his and Ray's old dorm room, seeing how it is unoccupied right now. The five look out the window, seeing memories of their younger selves, from their first day of visiting PMU's campus. The five look out from a balcony, admiring the beautiful view of New Kelp City. The five promise that wherever they go, they'll never leave this great city.

THE END

Notes: Series finale.

Trivia: The following characters all make cameos at the graduation ceremony: Morty, Brad, Zach, Melody, Steve Saunders, Hoolian, Professor Proton, Professor Gilliam, Ryan Crawfish, Yark, Professor Swordfish, The Culinary Club, James-Sebastian Seahorse III, Kappa Finma, Mandy Taray, 

 

Special thanks to tvguy for creating this great spin-off, and another thanks to everyone who helped guest write on it for the past two years!  

Edited June 12, 2018 by jjsthekid

[Emberlynn Pinkle]

That was an amazing series finale. As someone who guest wrote for this wonderful spim-off, I wanna say thanks to everyone, but especially tvguy and jjs.

Edited June 10, 2018 by Renegade the Unicorn

[TJ]

That was a very nice finale! Loved seeing a glimpse into everyone's lives after graduation and what careers they're into (politician Eellen probably has her eye on the Presidency, I'm betting ). Overall, a great show that pleasantly revived and even renewed the old TV.com styles of writing  .

[Sophlez]

that was interesting tv.com format exceprience I ever have, and i thank @jjsthekid for giving me an opportunity to guest write Squid episodes. I had fun doing this. Maybe this is best thing ever happen to celebrate 10th anniversary of Spin-Off. Ren (the old tv.com user who created both Squidward spin-off definitely took an inspiration for tvguy to create TV.com format series bringing to SBC does gives a tribute to him tbh.

I honestly enjoyed reading old spin-off & new spin-off and keeping SBC tradition to this very day.

Thank you to everyone who also guest write to make this possible, and i ceertainly thank @tvrepairman who makes this spin-off. Without spinoff/lit, it wouldn't be same if we have fun writing & give readers love to read and share their favorite Spin-Offs/Lits.

this truly one of best thing ever to come as in celebration of 10 year anniversary of Spin-Off

~SpongeOddFan

Final Grade: A+ 

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