Seeing their odd behavior and lack of familiarity with the vehicle, Frisby brags that he designed the American automobile and can predict the weather 24 hours in advance.

That afternoon, as Frisby is closing up his store for the day, the voice of one man suggests that he will have "quite an adventure" if he steps outside and walks down the road.

Frisby protests that he has fabricated all his exploits and is a consummate liar, but discovers that the aliens have accepted all his tales as true since they have no concept of dishonesty.

Running back to the store, he finds his friends waiting to throw him a surprise party; in the evening's excitement, he has forgotten that it is his birthday.

These nicknames include (ordered as mentioned): For his 63rd birthday, Mr. Frisby received a trophy from his friends, declaring him to be the "World's Greatest Liar".