The speaker is a fan of the "Zap" series and is launching a new book called "The World in Ruins." They mention that Zap is a mysterious creature and that they have obtained Zap's mask. The speaker and their friends are trying to figure out who Zap is and why he's been bothering them. They come up with a plan to use a fake mask to lure Zap into a trap and take a picture of his face. They successfully capture a photo, but it's not clear enough to reveal Zap's identity. The speaker is frustrated but continues to try to find clues and eventually discovers that the mask might have some kind of magic or power to it.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. A new Zap book is being launched.
2. The book is called "The World in Ruins".
3. The book is set in Zap's world.
4. The speaker has obtained Zap's mask.
5. The speaker believes that Zap will want to retrieve his mask.
6. The speaker plans to set up a trap to capture Zap's face using a hidden camera.
7. The speaker uses a clay mask as bait.
8. The speaker hides the camera and waits for Zap to take the bait.
9. Zap takes the bait and the camera captures his face.
10. The speaker reviews the footage and tries to identify Zap.
11. The speaker notices that Zap's face is partially visible despite wearing a mask.
12. The speaker attempts to zoom in on Zap's face to get a better look.
13. The speaker believes that Zap's mask may hold a secret or have special powers.
14. The speaker decides to destroy the mask, feeling that it has a negative presence.