Not Fit for Children

In a far‑off settlement tucked within an asteroid belt, a group of children navigates a world where thoughts are projected like whispers and elders cling to ancient myths. The youngsters, led by the quick‑witted narrator, juggle secret games, makeshift shelters, and the ever‑present pressure to honor their cultural heritage while outsmarting the older generation’s rigid expectations.

When a tourist ship finally lands, the kids scramble to stage a warm welcome, turning their improvised play structures into a bustling “village” for the bewildered visitors. Their human guide, Sam, boasts about the scientific surprise of life thriving in such a hostile place, while the children keep a careful watch, aware that any slip of language might alert the “old ones” who could shut down their fragile autonomy. The story captures the tension between youthful ingenuity and the weight of tradition, all set against a vivid, low‑gravity backdrop that feels both familiar and wonderfully alien.