Vidovi’s Journey #14: The Hoth Ice Block & Space Blaster at Echo Base

Chapter 14: Orlando – The Freeze on the Space Coast

Destination: Echo Base Collectibles

Vidovi has arrived in sunny, humid Orlando, Florida! This city is the world capital of theme parks and the gateway to the Space Coast.

Vidovi heads straight to Echo Base Collectibles, a legendary store heavily themed after the ice planet Hoth from Star Wars. Stepping inside feels like leaving Florida and entering a galaxy far, far away. The air conditioning is cranked up to freezing temperatures to match the theme! Vidovi shivers, but he is determined to find the rare “Wampa Ice Creature” Blind Box.

Story Recap: The Laser Blaster Battle

• The Target: There it is! The Wampa blind box. But true to the Hoth theme, the store has encased this rare item inside a solid block of decorative ice.
• The Conflict: Vidovi tries to chip away at the ice with his paws, but it’s rock solid (and very cold!). His teeth are chattering. How can he get the toy out without freezing?
• The Space Coast Solution: Vidovi remembers he is in Orlando, where space adventures come to life. He grabs a toy “Retro Space Blaster” from a nearby shelf. It’s time for a theme-park-style showdown!
• The Meltdown: Pew! Pew! Pew! Vidovi engages in a dramatic laser battle against the ice block. Channeling the energy of a sci-fi hero, he blasts the ice. The “lasers” (and perhaps the sheer heat of his determination) melt the ice block away. The Wampa is freed! Vidovi strikes a victory pose, returns the blaster, and claims his prize.

Galaxy Guide

• Location Spotlight: Echo Base Collectibles A must-visit for Star Wars fans in Orlando. Named after the Rebel Alliance base on Hoth, this store is packed with vintage Kenner figures and modern grails.
• Featured Creature: Wampa The terrifying snow beast that attacked Luke Skywalker on Hoth. A perfect prize for an ice-themed adventure.
• Local Vibe: The Space Coast Located near the Kennedy Space Center, Orlando loves its rockets, lasers, and sci-fi culture.