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During my childhood, I had a dear friend with whom I shared a strong affinity for playing Battleship. It became our go-to game, and we delighted in challenging each other's strategic prowess at least once a week for an entire year. So, when we heard about Electronic Battleship, it was a no-brainer; we both swiftly added it to our birthday and Christmas wish lists. My friend was the fortunate one who received the game for his birthday, and as soon as the gift was unwrapped, we wasted no time in diving into the electronic version.

That day turned into a thrilling marathon of Electronic Battleship matches, and the fun extended into the next day, and the next, and the next. We couldn't get enough of it! However, to my surprise, something unexpected occurred. My friend, seemingly out of the blue, grew tired of playing Battleship. I couldn't quite comprehend what had led him to this change of heart, but from that point on, no matter how much I pleaded, I could never coax him back into a match. It was as if the appeal had suddenly faded for him, while I was still as enthusiastic as ever.

Despite my earnest efforts, I couldn't figure out the reason behind his disinterest. Perhaps he had simply grown weary of the game, as happens with hobbies from time to time. It was disheartening for me, though, as I still found joy and excitement in the game. My persistent nagging to play must have become tiresome for him, and one day, he claimed to have given away his copy of Electronic Battleship.

I remember feeling puzzled and a little hurt, but I respected his decision and ceased mentioning the game altogether. Little did I know that his claim of giving it away was not entirely true. One day, when we were set to play The Game of Life at his house, there it was, Electronic Battleship, sitting unassumingly on the shelf. I chose not to say anything about it, realizing that perhaps the matter was better left untouched.

From that moment on, Electronic Battleship remained unspoken between us. Our friendship carried on, but we moved on to other interests and games. Sometimes, things change, and what once captivated our hearts may lose its allure over time. Nevertheless, I cherish the memories of those delightful Battleship battles we shared and the camaraderie that bloomed during our shared fascination with the game.


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