Super Soaker Summary

History and Inventor

• Invented by Lonnie Johnson, NASA engineer and Tuskegee alum
• Lonnie Johnson holds more than 120 patents, including the Super Soaker and rapid fire NERF gun technology
• Super Soaker was a breakthrough in water gun technology
• Original Super Soakers are not made anymore due to legal issues with Hasbro
• Lonnie Johnson won a lawsuit against Hasbro for unpaid royalties
• The Super Soaker brand was originally created by Larami Ltd and later merged with Hasbro

Pros and Cons

• Pros
  • Original Super Soakers were highly effective and provided great water pressure
  • Memorable childhood toy that brought joy to millions
  • Various models like CPS 3000 and CPS 2000 were powerful and soaked targets effectively
• Cons
  • Modern Super Soaker versions are not as good as the originals
  • Some newer models have quality control issues
  • Limited availability of original Super Soakers

Different Models

• CPS 2000: Known for its ability to knock down kids
• Super Soaker 50: Considered the best water gun ever invented by some
• XP50: Available at Target but mixed reviews and quality concerns
• Barracuda: Shoots out two thick streams and is fun to shoot
• TS-R: A Fortnite themed water gun that is effective in soaking targets

Memories and Nostalgia

• Super Soakers were popular in the early 90s and considered a rite of passage
• Neighborhood water gun battles were common, and the Super Soaker was a dominant choice
• Childhood memories of using and wanting Super Soakers with various features
• Nostalgia for the fun and excitement brought by Super Soakers during childhood

Miscellaneous

• Xuru makes solid water hubs
• Poseidon attack on the rail is favored by some players
• Questions about the rarity of specific builds in games like Hades
• Memes and enthusiastic comments about the Super Soaker experience during childhood