The Qualifying Round is fairly simple, and is as follows:

In no more than 500 words, you must write a sci-fi story called "Back to Our Roots," where the main character or narrator reflects on a time long ago, when things were different (and possibly better).

When it's done, email it to [email protected] or PM it to MadMikeMarsbergen. The entries will be posted in this book. Feel free to also post them in a book on your own page.

Your entry tale will not be judged.

That's it! Get writing and have fun!

We're set to begin the SmackDown at the end of March, so that will give you guys plenty of time to brood on whether you dare to take part, either as a contestant or a judge.