Save the World with Code: 20 Fun Projects for All Ages Using Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Circuit Playground Express

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MISSION 5

Light-Up Attack Sword for Battling Vampire Zombies

This is the perfect combination for defending your home against vampire zombies: a light and a sword. With the micro:bit and the Circuit Playground Express, you can make a very cool sword. The question is, which one will win the battle?

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Figure 5.1 Choose your weapon wisely.

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We’re not just going to light up a sword. We’re going to use the tilt sensor inside each device and change the color of the light as we swing the sword.

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My cool animation is going to be turning on ...

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