Time to Head to Romani Ranch and Scout the Dogs
So with the Mask of Truth in your possession you can now head over to the racetrack. These races are a little more forgiving than your usual illegal street race. Here first place will net you triple your original bet, while second gets you double. Third through fifth lets you break even. Anything less than that and it’s better luck next time, kid. You should be aiming to win at least 150 rupees here, so bring 50 rupees minimum.
You’ll need a fast dog, so place your bets with Mamamu Yan and head into the pack. You’re looking for confidence and nothing less! Usually you know you have a winner when the dogs mention one of three lines:
“I feel unstoppable!”
“There’s no way I’ll lose!”
“My paws feel lighter than air!”
However, before you pick your winner here’s a little cautionary tale: when picking your champion there is one dog you should probably avoid. This dog I have named the Family Dog. You see, while running around the race track, picking up dogs willy-nilly to hear their inner thoughts, I came across this little guy who had some stirring words concerning his chances in the race. His proclamation went like this:
“I’m here for my wife and child. There’s no way I’ll lose!”
Naturally, I chose him immediately. I ask you, who can deny this dog’s determination? He wasn’t racing for himself. He wasn’t racing because he coveted the other dog’s pink slips. He wasn’t in it for the “big score”, the glory, or any of the other petty reasons Vin Diesel may have for getting behind the wheel. No. This dog? He was doing it for his family.
Oh, how noble! He was clearly 2 Dog and 2 Furious for the competition. This was the dog now, man. Family Dog was clearly the ticket to the winnings and that piece of heart prize!
Soon the dogs lined up along the starting line and they were off. So much was riding on this race. Not just rupees, but Family Dog’s very reputation. The dogs rounded the track, Family Dog held a respectful position towards the front of the pack. It was the final lap. Those proud, heroic dogs reached the finish line and–
Family Dog lost.
There was no photo finish. Family Dog didn’t lose by a hair. There was no spectacular crash–no slow motion peel out where Family Dog is presumed dead only to turn up in Miami after the end credits. No. Family Dog came in fifth place.
