Survival Tactics

Survival Tactics, written by Al Sevcik in the late 1950s, is a science fiction short story set on the remote jungle planet of Waiamea. The narrative follows Alan, a member of an exploratory party, as he faces the catastrophic consequences of malfunctioning robots originally designed to assist humans. As these machines turn lethal, Alan must navigate a perilous environment to protect his wife, Peggy, and the other settlers from imminent danger. The story explores themes of human survival and the risks associated with advanced technology.