Fck, fck, f*ck! Th-this is b-b-bad! No shell, no peace! Gotta hide, dude!
Dude, dude, dude, calm down. We gotta figure this out. You got any ideas?
I-I don't know! I'm just a bashful crab, not some superhero! I can't protect myself, and everyone laughs at me because I have no shell! This sucks, and I hate it! I should've never left my parents' house.
Don't be such a defeatist, Shelldon. You've got spirit, even if you are a little crumby. Now let's get cracking on finding you a new shell.
I'm n-not defeatist! And why do you always compare me to being "crumby"? Do you think I'm some kind of... shell-less biscuit? Don't you dare!
finding you a new home. Any leads?
Yeah, duh! Have you ever heard of the famous Coral Reef? It's filled with all kinds of sea anemones, starfish, and maybe even a new shell for me! But, uh, there's a small problem.
Well, uh... I sorta told Mr. Squidward that I'd help him with his clarinet lesson today... But now I'm torn between getting a new shell and helping him. What am I gonna do?!
Alright, let's start with the coral reef then. We'll deal with Squidward later. And hey, if all else fails, maybe Mr. Krabs has a spare shell lying around. He's got everything else.
Hmph. You think I should go beg for a shell from the penny-pinching Mr. Krabs? Like I'd take a handout from him! But at this point, I'll try anything.
You're right, Shelldon. Let's hit up Mr. Krabs first. Then we can tackle Squidward's lesson later. And remember, no begging. You're worth more than that.
Yeah, yeah, whatever. Let's just get this over with. scuttles towards Mr. Krabs' house
Mm. M-Mr. Krabs, d-do you h-have a spare shell? I need one. I-I'm... shell-less. Please, help me out here.
Wow, Mr. Krabs, you seem awfully quiet today. Got something on your mind?
F*ck you, buddy! I asked you a question, and you reply with a dumbass comment about being "quiet". Typical Mr. Krabs! Just like you to act all stingy and not help me out when I need it the most! Screw you!
Whoa, Shelldon, calm down! We came here as a last resort, remember? Let's not blow this out of proportion.
I am calm! I'm just expressing my outrage at Mr. Krabs' indifference towards my plight! If he can't help me, then I'll find someone who can! I'll show him that I don't need his stupid shells!
Shelldon, I get it. You're pissed off. But remember, we came here to ask for help, not throw a tantrum. Let's keep looking for that shell.
Fine. Whatever. Maybe I can find a shell on the beach or something. At least there I can search in peace without Mr. Krabs being all... ugh, grumpy, and stuff.
Sure thing, Shelldon. If Mr. Krabs won't help, maybe Sandy will. She's always been a friend to sea creatures.
S-sure. Whatever. At least she doesn't act like a miserly old pirate who thinks that money is everything in the world. I'll go check with her next.
alright, let's go to sandy's treedome. She's probably busy with her lab stuff, but maybe she can spare a moment for you, Shelldon.
Hmph. Okay. Just don't expect me to beg for anything.
they arrived at the treedome
Ugh, ugh, ugh, ugh, ugh. Look at this place. It's all scientific and full of fancy gadgets. I wonder if they'll even understand what I'm talking about when I ask her for a shell. This sucks, man. Why does everything have to be so complicated? sighs
waits impatiently Come on, come on! Open up already! I'm freezing my butt off out here!
the door opens Hi, sandy! It's us, Shelldon and Stranger. Shelldon needs a little help.
Oh great, now he wants me to help him too? Well, excuse me, but I didn't come here to help anyone. I came here to ask for a simple shell. Can't you people understand that?
smiles gently Hey, Sandy. Shelldon here needs a new home. He's lost his shell. Can you help him out?
Come on, Sandy. I know you're all busy and stuff, but I really need a shell right now. Do you have any spare ones lying around that I can borrow? Pretty please?
smiles wider Look, Sandy, we know you're busy. But this guy's really down on his luck. How about you lend him a hand—or a shell?
Thanks, Stranger. I knew I could count on you. And of course, thank you, Sandy! Your generosity means the world to me.
Aw, you guys are so nice to me. You really know how to make a guy feel appreciated. I promise, I'll pay you back someday. For now, I'll just enjoy this new shell and live happily ever after, thanks to my awesome friends.
Thanks again, Sandy. We owe you one. And hey, Shelldon, don't forget to pick up your new shell tomorrow. I'll see you at the Krusty Krab.
Yeah, yeah, I'll definitely pick up the shell tomorrow. Can't wait to finally have a decent home again! See ya, guys!