NOVEL NEXT 49. The world of animation.
May 27, 1990.
Recently, Microsoft 3.0's new operating system was released, which caused panic in Steve Jobs, like an arrow piercing his thoughts. You're wasting your time here at Pixar; you should focus on the technology industry. That idea was etched in his mind. With seven million dollars, we can open the NeXT Research Center and discover something that can withstand the market's new changes.
You might wonder, how important are updates? Well, they are market drivers. They are the fresh ingredients that the technology service offers to its consumers. From 1950 until now, the qualitative leaps in the technology industry have created pressure, and since the 80s, the scope for improvement has only grown. What used to last more than ten years as technological innovation may now be just a step for the following year.
-Yes, that's true. Steve Jobs sent us an offer via fax: 9 million dollars, and the deal is closed regarding the copyright. - Anne said.
-What do you say, Dad? Should we accept the deal? - Billy asked.
-Well, initially, you wanted to pay 15 million to acquire Pixar, so 9 million isn't an alarming figure, as long as you know what you're doing. Buying a company for such an exorbitant price must bring some benefits. - Thomas said.
-And what about our savings in the bank? - Billy asked.
-We can pay eight million dollars, and all our savings would be wiped out. - Anne said.
-Well, make a counteroffer, Anne—lower that price. We can't pay all that money and also get in touch with the bank. We'll need the 16-million-dollar loan. It's better to pay for Pixar gradually than make such a huge cash outlay. - Billy said.
-So much money! - his father whispered.
-We need to invest money to make the movie. - Billy said.
Anne intervened.
-Debt helps lower the taxes, Mr. Thomas. - Anne said.
-It's not logical. Investing such a high cost in a movie could lead us to bankruptcy. Are you sure about investing so much money in making a film? - The Lux Comics administrator is somewhat bewildered by the certainty of investing such a large sum.
His father thoroughly reviewed the loan he requested for 25 million dollars, which was granted for 16 million dollars.
-I have confidence in this company. There are very talented animators behind it. Plus, I'll be overseeing the script and the movie's drawings. - Billy said.
-It's still a high-risk investment. You're betting on a period that will take at least three years. I'm just your administrator, and even your father supports you in this risky venture. - Anne replied.
-That's true. I support you with what I earn from the firm. It's enough to sustain any crisis. But Pixar doesn't fit into my financial solvency. - Thomas said.
-Well, I think that's because of you. You taught me to bet on my ideas, and you've supported me in my decisions since we negotiated our first contract. So, just like in our early days, we'll have to tighten our belts a bit, but I believe our luck can change. Pixar is something that will change the world. - Billy said.
-Luck, not many people rely on luck, but I hope the luck you're counting on doesn't disappoint you. On the other hand, I see your business idea, although there are many points I can't quite grasp. We'll prepare ourselves. - Anne said.
-I appreciate it. I'll do everything I can too. - Billy said.
-On June 10, 1990, the NBA championship final is played. If the Detroit Pistons become the tournament champions, the 49-to-1 bet and the subsequent 19-to-1 bet will be the money that has been eagerly anticipated. The bank installment payments over six years can begin to be paid off as soon as the bets are won.
Not far away in 1990 is the World Cup in Italy, and if you place the right bets, you can win enough money to cover half of the loan, and the remaining payments can be covered with comic book sales and negotiations with Nike. Although not everything can be calculated, you can say that you have a grace period of three years until the comic book bubble bursts. The impact of Marvel series actions by Ronald Perelman hasn't been felt yet.
But they will come. Everything is being prepared for the 1993 bubble, the industry's final one. Everything after 1993 is uncertain.
-You already have the story to make the Pixar movie, that's why you're so sure. - Anne said.
-It's true, I have many stories. For the summer season, we're looking to publish a new series and, along with Pinky and the Brain, shake up the content to expand. But we have to wait for The Phantom Report to be published on Warner TV.
Pinky and the Brain will be used as a starting point to publish the animatics. From there, the entire publishing field will be focused on "Rugrats: Adventures in Diapers," and then leap into a much grittier, visceral franchise like Doom. With these nine Martian series, we want to delve into a dystopia and the civil wars between Earth and Mars. Show a hyperrealistic dystopia about the conquest of Mars, and at the root of a new cult found on Mars spanning millions of years, they summon demons born from hell.
The eerie atmosphere and luxurious visuals are what bring the story of Doom to life when a corporal is entrusted with a secret mission to conduct an in-depth investigation into the causes of the recent disappearances that have occurred on Mars, which is used as a mining colony for precious minerals.
On the other hand, Rugrats is a series primarily for children. From there, the magic of these little ones engaging in activities beyond the scale of babies creates a lasting and entertaining impression for kids.
The following fax from Steve Jobs didn't take long to arrive. He accepts the deal and hopes to arrange the signing in a location in the San Francisco Bay area, where Next, their headquarters, is located. That's why the parent animation company, Lux Animation, was created, with Pixar 3D as its subsidiary. The only thing in common with the comic book company is its name, which is based on the acronym of comics, Bill C.Y., along with their legal representative, Anne, who has been promoted once again and now enjoys a weekly salary of $1,600.
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