Morse Runner is a Windows-based contest simulator developed by Alex Shovkoplyas, VE3NEA. Using Wineskin, it has been successfully and seamlessly run under OSX, and made available here for download. Sure, you could use Wineskin to do this yourself (and save me some bandwidth), or you can pull the ready-made dmg from here.
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After a fierce argument with his father, Eun-gyeol stumbles upon a mysterious music shop called "Viva Music" and is magically transported back in time to the year 1995. There, he encounters his father, Ha Yi-chan (Choi Hyun-wook), as a spirited and boisterous 18-year-old who can hear perfectly. To his horror, he also discovers that his father is infatuated with a cello goddess named Choi Se-kyung (Seol In-ah), not the woman who will become his mother. Adding to the confusion, a girl named On Eun-yu (also played by Seol In-ah) is also transported from the future, setting up a complex romantic dynamic.
That is until he finds the "Twinkling Watermelon" stand.
: A central tension of the show is Eun-gyeol’s attempt to prevent the accident that leads to his father’s hearing loss. The narrative questions whether certain destinies can be altered or if the value of the journey lies in understanding the "sparkling" moments of one's youth. Production and Cast Character Note Ha Eun-gyeol A musical prodigy who travels back to 1995. Ha Yi-chan (1995) Choi Hyun-wook Eun-gyeol's vibrant, hearing teenage father. Yoon Cheong-ah (1995) Shin Eun-soo Eun-gyeol's mother, a "cold" but lonely girl born deaf. Choi Se-kyung Seol In-ah Yi-chan's first love and a famous cellist.
: Yi-chan is hopelessly in love with an icy cello prodigy named Choi Se-kyung (played by Seol In-ah), rather than Eun-gyeol’s future mother. Twinkling Watermelon
Twinkling Watermelon is frequently cited among fans as a top K-drama for its ability to balance emotional, tear-jerking scenes with laugh-out-loud comedy. The 1995 setting adds a layer of nostalgia, while the exploration of, and respect for, deaf culture makes it a unique addition to the genre.
In 1995, Eun-gyeol meets his future father, Ha Yi-chan (Choi Hyun-wook), as an energetic, fully hearing 18-year-old high schooler. He also encounters Choi Se-kyung (Seol In-ah), a cello prodigy, and Yoon Cheong-ah (Shin Eun-soo), a cold but deeply lonely girl who has been deaf since birth. Realizing he has an opportunity to alter the timeline, Eun-gyeol joins forces with his teenage father to form a band called Watermelon Sugar , embarking on a mission to prevent the accident that causes his father’s future hearing loss. Major Themes Explored
The drama's appeal extends far beyond South Korea. The story of Eun-gyeol is a universal one. Who hasn't wondered who their parents were before they became "Mom" and "Dad"? The themes of pursuing one's passion, understanding family sacrifice, and the nostalgia for youth are cross-cultural touchpoints. Furthermore, the inclusion of a CODA protagonist brought important representation to a mainstream K-drama, earning praise for its educational and emotional value. The show topped OTT charts in 64 countries, proving that a story told with heart can travel anywhere. After a fierce argument with his father, Eun-gyeol
Playing a dual role, Seol In-ah brings mystery, wit, and a refreshing sense of pragmatism to the narrative, acting as the perfect foil to the chaotic boys of Watermelon Sugar.
By teaching Cheong-ah to sign and helping her gain independence, he ensures she and Yi-chan reconnect years later, falling in love and marrying. Crucially, this timeline also sees Eun-gyeol's family emerge from poverty. His parents become successful and wealthy, living a happier life thanks to the changes Eun-gyeol enacted in the past.
Tracks like "A Song for You" by Jung Joon-il and "Shining" by catch the young emotional undertones of the characters' journeys. Moreover, the band performances within the show—featuring nostalgic covers of classic Korean rock and pop hits—are energetic, well-choreographed, and genuinely thrilling, making viewers feel like they are standing in a sweaty underground concert venue in 1995. Conclusion: A Love Letter to Life Adding to the confusion, a girl named On
"Twinkling Watermelon" is a South Korean television series that follows the journey of Eun-gyeol (played by Ryeoun), a CODA (Child of Deaf Adult) student who possesses a natural talent for music. Despite his family’s inability to hear his melodies, Eun-gyeol plays guitar with passion.
A dedicated son struggling to balance his love for music with his familial obligations.
One of the biggest questions during the airing was whether Eun-gyeol could prevent the accident that caused his father’s hearing loss [citation:2].
Confirmed working on: El Capitan, Mavericks, Sierra, High Sierra, & Mojave
MANY reports that it DOES NOT work on Catalina. It is very unlikely that it will work under Catalina in the near future, as it would require some pretty hefty development on Wine (they're working on it). The only other option I see is for some nice macOS developer to take the original code (it's open source!) and re-write it to run natively on 64bit macOS (go ask any developer, this is a lot of work). Since Xcode is now free if you're running Catalina, I'm happy to give it a try... when I can afford to buy a system that can run Catalina :)
If you have questions or comments about using this application under OSX, please email them to ki4stu k4iz at arrl dot net.