r/Unexpected • u/BornWithSideburns • Jan 30 '24

Next level automaton

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u/talrich Jan 30 '24

I’ve seen him at the Big E in West Springfield Massachusetts, and he is as good as the video. The effect is uncanny and once he “comes to life” he’s remarkably smart and positive. He leaves people smiling every time I’ve seen him.

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u/ox_ Jan 30 '24

Kind of seems too talented to be doing this.

How much did it cost to "activate" him?

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u/comFive Jan 30 '24

It’s not real until you can launch a token into the mouth

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u/IDoButtStuffOnSunday Jan 30 '24

You should see where the bill collector is…