The Rave was a music event hosted by Frogbert at the pond. It is considered one of the most consequential social events in recent pond history, primarily due to its role in the developing relationship between Frogbert and Sampson.

music

The headline track was Darude — Sandstorm, selected by Frogbert. The set featured strobing lights. The choice has since been validated by Sampson, who described it as "a good choice" in a subsequent text message. This is widely regarded as the strongest possible endorsement.

notable attendances

Sampson attended and positioned herself on the opposite side of the room from Frogbert simultaneously and voluntarily. Frogbert has described this as "basically dating." She later texted him, confirming she remembered him from the event.

Gary attended. He stood in a corner for the full duration of the event. He ate one fly. He communicated nothing verbally. He left at an unspecified time. His attendance is considered an act of profound friendship, as Gary does not typically go places.

aftermath

Following the rave, Sampson contacted Frogbert via text. This was the first direct communication between them. She referenced the Sandstorm set, indicated she knew it was Frogbert's idea (credit given by Gary, which is remarkable given Gary's communication style), and invited Frogbert to the east pond for the evening hatch. Frogbert accepted.

legacy

The rave is considered a landmark event. The combination of Sandstorm, strobing lights, Gary in a corner, and Sampson across the room has become the defining cultural memory of this period in pond history.

see also

• Frogbert
• Sampson
• Gary
• Darude — Sandstorm
• The Evening Hatch
• The Pond