Chart based animation in Excel 2003. Animation is run on a 2D scatter chart with no spreadsheet formulas and with basic VBA. No special add-ons were used. Graphics created in PowerPoint using basic shapes filled with color and especially the "Freeform" line from the draw menu. It's based on the property of a chart of allowing pictures to be pasted on data markers. If you are interested, I am launching an animation course in a few days at: www.excelunusual.com. Enjoy.