this old version just has some more spikes on a certain level, that made it reallt hard, so I decided to remove them as of 9/9/23
it's possible, just sucks...

Carl was not like other Carls in Carl Cave. While most Carls were content spending their days napping, snacking, and telling Carl tales, Carl had dreams – big dreams! He wanted to see what was beyond the Cave. Rumors floated around about the dazzling "Outside World," but Carl had never seen it for himself.

One morning, Carl woke up with a determination as big as his appetite. Today was the day he would escape Carl Cave!

The first obstacle was the Great Stalactite Slide. Many Carls spoke of its slipperiness, its sharp turns, and the perilous pit of pillows at the end. Yes, you heard right, pillows! Carls have a great fear of extreme comfort; they believe that too much coziness can make them forget their mission. Carl took a deep breath, aimed for the least cushiony landing spot, and WHOOSH! Down he went, swerving left and right, until he flopped safely (and only slightly cozily) at the base.

Next was the Tunnel of Tickles. Legend had it that any Carl who dared enter would be tickled so much they'd be left giggling for days! Carl tiptoed in, but was immediately ambushed by Tickle Twigs. Every step he took resulted in uncontrollable laughter, but he pressed on, determined to make it out before he lost his mind to mirth.

Emerging from the Tunnel of Tickles, still chuckling a little, Carl faced his biggest challenge: The Labyrinth of Laces. This confusing corridor was filled with dangling shoe laces, and any Carl that attempted to navigate through would inevitably end up tied in knots. Carl, however, had a plan. Taking two laces, he tied them into a neat bow, making a path for himself. With every lace he encountered, he tied another bow, until he found himself at the end, surprisingly knot-free.

Just when Carl thought he was free, he stumbled upon the final and most feared obstacle: The Door of Decisions. Two doors stood before him. One led to the fabled Outside World, while the other led to... the Deep Dark Depths of the Carl Cave's snack pantry.

Above the doors was a riddle:

"To escape the cave and see the sky,
Choose the door where Carls don't lie.
But if it's snacks and treats you seek,
The other door will peak your cheek."

Carl scratched his head. He was famished from his journey and the thought of snacks was tempting. However, his desire for adventure was stronger. Recalling that Carls never lie when they're outside and tell tall tales inside the cave, he chose the first door.

Blinded by the bright light, Carl stepped into the Outside World. It was more wonderful than he'd imagined! Lush trees, colorful birds, and endless adventure awaited him.

Back in the Carl Cave, tales of Carl's bravery became legendary. They even named the Great Stalactite Slide after him! As for Carl, he returned often to regale his fellow Carls with tales of the outside, but always with a snack from the pantry in hand, because some adventures, after all, are best enjoyed with a tasty treat.