First Knight

In a remote California desert, WIlton Knight, self-made millionare and Devon Miles, trusted associate watch as the scientists put a car to the test. The turbine engine blazes at 200 mph and it leaps 50 feet in the air and lands softly on the ground. Out comes Johnathan Knight, Wilton's nephew all excited and ready to do it again.

"Uncle, that car is fantastic, what did you say was that jump thing called," Johnathan asks Wilton,

"A turbo boost Johnathan. Its still not ready yet, so please be careful when testing it," Wilton said urgently.

"So when will the Knight Automated Roving Robot be ready for further testing Devon?" Wilton wondered.

"We are almost done Wilton, we just need to find the perfect driver for the vehicle," Devon states.

"If Benjamin says its ok, then I am ok with it. Just keep in mind that car is not completely accustomed to you yet." Wilton states.

Benjamin Knight comes to meet Wilton at his estate as Wilton and Devon discuss Ken Franklin, a recent applicant who wanted to secure the job of being KARR's first driver. Wilton gave Devon the file and told him to hold onto it, but Franklin was on assignment by the LAPD and was not to be found. Wilton decided that family loyalty would be the best way to go.

"Ah brother, it is good to see you, how is Garthe and Jennifer doing," Benjamin asked with a hint of remorse.

"Garthe is in an african prison serving 3 life sentences for killing an African zulu leader. Jennifer just finished college and will be on the president's advisory counsel. I am so proud of her," Wilton said and then paused. "Don't bring Garthe up again though."

Benjamin Knight was Wilton's younger brother who was CEO of Knight Industries, a company that Wilton had incorporated into the Knight Foundation's resources. Benjamin had actually come over to discuss another topic with WIlton and Devon, one carrying more urgency.

Benjamin Knight sat in the old wicker chair right near the Knight Foundation pool and seemed uneasy as he broke the bad news to Wilton. It was not that chilly of an early Feburary morning and Wilton and Devon both seemed to be happy about the recent progress of KARR and high on Johnathan who was excited to be KARR's new driver.

"Tonya Walker has managed to infiltrate our secrets Wilton, but I have managed to prevent her from knowing about the Knight Automated Roving Robot. Cameron Zachary has been snooping around and asking questions about KARR and I have been avoiding the issue with him. We should have kept this more secret. If Tonya finds out about that memory chip that makes KARR what KARR is then we may have to fight off another pack of wolves," Benjamin said in a lush tone of voice.

Benjamin was a scientist himself, one of the founders of the techonology and the one who suggested that the MBS be trusted to 3 different people, all of whom pledged their ability to never reveal the formula. KARR was a marvel on wheels and was Benjamin's shinning achievement. KARR was being programmed with all the data Benjamin's group could find, but Benjamin was not pleased with how KARR's personality was coming along.

"Wilton I have made some modifications to KARR that will allow him to think his decisions out and I have developed an emergency shut down in case this does not work," Benjamin stated before Johnathan came in his 1982 Toyota.

"Enough talk we shall test the Knight Automated Roving Robot soon enough. Devon, get back to Ken Franklin if he is not on assignment and tell him that if we need him, we will call," Wilton stated and went to bed early.

Wilton's health was not getting any better and the doctors told him he would not make it past September. The urgency to finish the pilot program took on great importance now that Tonya Walker wanted Knight Industries all for herself. The sun set and KARR continued to be worked on all through the night.

"Devon, hand me that file," Wilton said as he watched the work being done on KARR's memory banks.

"How much do you like this Bonnie Barstowe? April Curtis is just as good a candidate," Wilton added.

Devon hesitated and said, "Bonnie is more qualified and would be a good influence but she is unavailable to at least May and April is on assignment somewhere in Europe."

KARR's voice was activated and for the first time KARR spoke his own words, "I am the Knight Automated Roving Robot, how may I serve you?"

"This driver is unacceptable Mr. Knight and I will not allow him to drive me," KARR said in a monotone voice.

The group of Wilton's scientists continued their work as Wilton felt sick and went to bed to lay down.

Several days later Wilton and Devon arranged for Ken Franklin to test drive KARR and see if he was the right fit. Ken was the best qualified candidate but Wilton seemed hesitant to hire him.

Devon replied, "Michael Long is too risque Wilton, he works with a partner named Muntzy. We can't afford to take the risk that one man and one car---our entire pilot program---will work with a cop behind the wheel."

Wilton lashed out and responded, "Devon I am giving Ken Franklin a chance to prove himself. Michael Long is getting married this October to a girl named Stephanie Mason. Ken Franklin is our only choice."

Devon invited Ken in and Wilton told him he had the job and gave him his first mission to find C.J. Johnson, a dangerous man who had tried to steal the Foundation's top secrets while an employee for Comtron.

Ken went in to find KARR. Ken tried to open the door and KARR responded, "You are not authorized to access me."

KARR let Ken in and Ken could not believe the spread in the KARR. Devon got in and began instructing Ken as to how things operated.

One of the basic problems that KARR had that Wilton's team could not solve was KARR's inability to function without voice commands. KARR was reluctant to initiate turbo boost or the passive laser restraint system. He felt that these were things that should be handled by the driver and Wilton's team could not erase that part of KARR's programming without damaging the entire CPU.

Ken set out with KARR into the night to track down Charles James Jackson and find him before it was to late.

A Shot rang out and Ken fell to the floor. KARR just did a quick vitals check and did nothing. KARR could not handle the situation as Ken bled to death and CJ escaped only to be caught by the police later.

Back at the foundation, the car was deactivated and ordered to be disassembled for parts.

"A total ignorance of human life. This is unexceptable," Wilton said as tears rolled down his face.

"No Devon with this Tonya threat and Ken dead, I'm shutting down the Foundation for good, Wilton said as his face turned red.

The foundation was closed, the pilot program had no driver and no car and Wilton could not fight off Tonya Walker's advances much longer. The future was looking bleak at best.


	Teaser: KARR races down the desert in a purple sunset "This car is fantastic Wilton, when will I be able to drive it?"(Johnathan) K.A.R.R. slow down, K.A.R.R. don't turbo boost!(Johnathan speaking to KARR) "The car has to be dismantled Devon, its a danger to itself"(Wilton) "RCIII has been kidnapped and we've got to go get him"(Micheal) "KARR, stop no!"(Michael) KARR turbo boosts over the wall First Knight written by Richie Levine Dedicated to Gustavo, a true Knight Rider fan Chapter 1 In a remote California desert, WIlton Knight, self-made millionare and Devon Miles, trusted associate watch as the scientists put a car to the test. The turbine engine blazes at 200 mph and it leaps 50 feet in the air and lands softly on the ground. Out comes Johnathan Knight, Wilton's nephew all excited and ready to do it again. "Uncle, that car is fantastic, what did you say was that jump thing called," Johnathan asks Wilton, "A turbo boost Johnathan. Its still not ready yet, so please be careful when testing it," Wilton said urgently. "So when will the Knight Automated Roving Robot be ready for further testing Devon?" Wilton wondered. "We are almost done Wilton, we just need to find the perfect driver for the vehicle," Devon states. "I volunteer Uncle, I think we can be a good team," Johnathan says. "If Benjamin says its ok, then I am ok with it. Just keep in mind that car is not completely accustomed to you yet." Wilton states. Benjamin Knight comes to meet Wilton at his estate as Wilton and Devon discuss Ken Franklin, a recent applicant who wanted to secure the job of being KARR's first driver. Wilton gave Devon the file and told him to hold onto it, but Franklin was on assignment by the LAPD and was not to be found. Wilton decided that family loyalty would be the best way to go. "Ah brother, it is good to see you, how is Garthe and Jennifer doing," Benjamin asked with a hint of remorse. "Garthe is in an african prison serving 3 life sentences for killing an African zulu leader. Jennifer just finished college and will be on the president's advisory counsel. I am so proud of her," Wilton said and then paused. "Don't bring Garthe up again though." Benjamin Knight was Wilton's younger brother who was CEO of Knight Industries, a company that Wilton had incorporated into the Knight Foundation's resources. Benjamin had actually come over to discuss another topic with WIlton and Devon, one carrying more urgency. Chapter 2 Benjamin Knight sat in the old wicker chair right near the Knight Foundation pool and seemed uneasy as he broke the bad news to Wilton. It was not that chilly of an early Feburary morning and Wilton and Devon both seemed to be happy about the recent progress of KARR and high on Johnathan who was excited to be KARR's new driver. "Tonya Walker has managed to infiltrate our secrets Wilton, but I have managed to prevent her from knowing about the Knight Automated Roving Robot. Cameron Zachary has been snooping around and asking questions about KARR and I have been avoiding the issue with him. We should have kept this more secret. If Tonya finds out about that memory chip that makes KARR what KARR is then we may have to fight off another pack of wolves," Benjamin said in a lush tone of voice. Benjamin was a scientist himself, one of the founders of the techonology and the one who suggested that the MBS be trusted to 3 different people, all of whom pledged their ability to never reveal the formula. KARR was a marvel on wheels and was Benjamin's shinning achievement. KARR was being programmed with all the data Benjamin's group could find, but Benjamin was not pleased with how KARR's personality was coming along. "Wilton I have made some modifications to KARR that will allow him to think his decisions out and I have developed an emergency shut down in case this does not work," Benjamin stated before Johnathan came in his 1982 Toyota. "Enough talk we shall test the Knight Automated Roving Robot soon enough. Devon, get back to Ken Franklin if he is not on assignment and tell him that if we need him, we will call," Wilton stated and went to bed early. Wilton's health was not getting any better and the doctors told him he would not make it past September. The urgency to finish the pilot program took on great importance now that Tonya Walker wanted Knight Industries all for herself. The sun set and KARR continued to be worked on all through the night. Chapter 3 "Devon, hand me that file," Wilton said as he watched the work being done on KARR's memory banks. "How much do you like this Bonnie Barstowe? April Curtis is just as good a candidate," Wilton added. Devon hesitated and said, "Bonnie is more qualified and would be a good influence but she is unavailable to at least May and April is on assignment somewhere in Europe." KARR's voice was activated and for the first time KARR spoke his own words, "I am the Knight Automated Roving Robot, how may I serve you?" Devon quickly answered, "I am Devon and this is Wilton, your creator." KARR responded by saying, "Where is they boy who drove me earlier." Wilton said, "that is Johnathan" and pointed him out to KARR. "This driver is unacceptable Mr. Knight and I will not allow him to drive me," KARR said in a monotone voice. The group of Wilton's scientists continued their work as Wilton felt sick and went to bed to lay down. Chapter 4 Several days later Wilton and Devon arranged for Ken Franklin to test drive KARR and see if he was the right fit. Ken was the best qualified candidate but Wilton seemed hesitant to hire him. "I still think Michael Long is the better choice Devon," Wilton said confidently. Devon replied, "Michael Long is too risque Wilton, he works with a partner named Muntzy. We can't afford to take the risk that one man and one car---our entire pilot program---will work with a cop behind the wheel." Wilton lashed out and responded, "Devon I am giving Ken Franklin a chance to prove himself. Michael Long is getting married this October to a girl named Stephanie Mason. Ken Franklin is our only choice." Devon invited Ken in and Wilton told him he had the job and gave him his first mission to find C.J. Johnson, a dangerous man who had tried to steal the Foundation's top secrets while an employee for Comtron. Ken went in to find KARR. Ken tried to open the door and KARR responded, "You are not authorized to access me." Wilton followed behind and said, "It is ok KARR this is your new driver." KARR let Ken in and Ken could not believe the spread in the KARR. Devon got in and began instructing Ken as to how things operated. One of the basic problems that KARR had that Wilton's team could not solve was KARR's inability to function without voice commands. KARR was reluctant to initiate turbo boost or the passive laser restraint system. He felt that these were things that should be handled by the driver and Wilton's team could not erase that part of KARR's programming without damaging the entire CPU. Ken set out with KARR into the night to track down Charles James Jackson and find him before it was to late. Chapter 5 "The truck you seek is 2.8 kilometers ahead of us Mr. Franklin," KARR stated urgently. The chase had led Ken into the desert area and Ken was about to end it. "Press Turbo Boost," KARR said as they needed to jump over Jackson's vehicle. The sound of the turbo boost, the first one off of the car was exhilerating to Ken. Ken got out and got CJ Johnson on the ground. "KARR scan him for any...." A Shot rang out and Ken fell to the floor. KARR just did a quick vitals check and did nothing. KARR could not handle the situation as Ken bled to death and CJ escaped only to be caught by the police later. Back at the foundation, the car was deactivated and ordered to be disassembled for parts. "The car did nothing Devon," Wilton said in the nastiest voice you ever heard. "The car could have saved his life but it just sat there," Devon said "A total ignorance of human life. This is unexceptable," Wilton said as tears rolled down his face. "I have turned it off and had it sent to be dismantled," Devon said. "No Devon with this Tonya threat and Ken dead, I'm shutting down the Foundation for good, Wilton said as his face turned red. "Wilton you..," Devon said and saw Wilton collapse. Devon rushed for Dr. Albert and got Wilton into his bed. The foundation was closed, the pilot program had no driver and no car and Wilton could not fight off Tonya Walker's advances much longer. The future was looking bleak at best. More coming soon!!!! RETURN TO MAIN MENU