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Animalia's Retread (Loose arts, no story yet)

"Speaking of Gromit, Wallace tries to prepare for the many bizarre twists and turns life could take. That way, he could remain content no matter how bleak or out of control things were. Growing jealous of a garden however, seemed to be the one thing he couldn’t adapt to. 

He hated being a hypocrite. It’s not fair to get upset at him for something you’ve done a million times over. But after the fifth time Gromit chose the garden over spending breakfast with him, he couldn’t help but sulk. At least Gromit let him hang around while he cleaned."

I'll post this on the profile when I get the chance. Here's some artwork I did of her too!

"He had to clean up the printer’s mess before he could do anything else. The Get-U-Up console had more functions beside helping him get ready in the morning. Its second button was a blessing for when he was too lazy for housekeeping. After a loud creak, a trapdoor above the bed opened up. From the darkness came two wooden arms adorned with clean white gloves. In order, they lifted his pillows, then his bed sheets, and finally his covering. They finished by scrubbing the mattress with water and detergent until it sparkled. The arms pulled upwards. The trapdoor shut behind them, leaving the strong scent of lavender. Hopefully, the sheets would be ready once he returned. He needed a good nap after all this running around."

So, while I was writing the first draft of chapter 2, I stumbled into a bit of an issue. You know how at the end of the movie, Totty opens a rabbit sanctuary? Sanctuaries are supposed to operate as basically safe spaces for the animals living there. They're not supposed to be gawked at by visitors, their commodities (like milk or wool) aren't harvested, and they are left to their own devices. So with that in mind, would Totty neuter/spay the rabbits?

First, the excerpts I'm proud of:

 "Now that the forest wasn’t a black-and-white still, but alive right in front of his two eyes, his uneasiness became apparent. He hated everything about it already. He hated how big it was, how it surrounded him on all but his backside. He hated how the trees jerked in the wind, giving the impression that the forest was ever so slowly lurching, already planning to snare him in its endless flora. He hated just how all the trees, shrubs, and bushes suffocated each other in their fight for sunlight, creating a natural labyrinth capable of hiding who knows what. He had to get out of here as soon as possible.

 Thankfully, the neighbourhood was much more welcoming. Brick homes not conjoined like the townhouses, but still close enough to share a fence lined the perimeter. Home lights and street lights both flickered on as the sky darkened. A well-kept playground stood nearby. Not a single chip on the slide’s paint or a speck of rust on the monkeybars. The chains on swings jangled as they swung back and forward. Something about the way they did unnerved him, but he wrote it off as the unwelcoming atmosphere getting to his head."

Second, the developments in question. You know the part I posted eariler about Totty. I figured that it would be a bit unsatifisating if they had resumed dating again offscreen, especially so considering that the OG movie ended with them as just friends. So I'll either make this one-sided with Wallace still having a crush on her, or I'll make so that both parties catch feelings all over again as the plot thickens. Don't worry, they'll get together eventually though.

This is in chronological order, so the loose posts will be inserted inbetween chapter releases. For clarity, a chapter will be blue and listed as its name (I.E chapter 1 -- A Comfortable Routine)

I will include your asks so future viewers can get extra context. They'll be purple.

The first post - Includes some snippets from the first draft of the story. Future readers may notice that only the first paragraph made it into A Comfortable Routine. The latter two came from a time where the chapter was a lot longer than it is now, and covered the Anti Pesto shift - Wallace's accident that colors the rest of the story. So, you might see these ideas again in chapter two.

This is just a ramble post, but I'd thought it'd be nice to include it.

A preview of a later version of A Comfortable Routine - Looking back, I'm a bit apologetic for how short this chapter was, but I was all I could get out at the time.

An ask about the fic's location - AO3 btw!

A post revolving around plot points - points like there being more than one organizer for the competition (Which will be very important in the future!), the townsfolk's perspective the Were-Rabbit incidents, and a summary of the fic's plot.

Short update before release

A Comfortable Routine - Right after a storm devastates Wigan, Wallace goes on a hunt for mischevious rabbits.

Reveal of Pea's species - He's a Flemish!

Snippets of chapter 2 - Long Road to Recovery - First mention of Totty!

  That's when he heard that signature, cordial giggle. He turned to find her disguised in typical gardener's garb. Her curly orange locks spilled from a weighty sunhat, culminating in a squash-like ponytail tied off with a brown ribbon. Years of harsh sunlight took a toll on her overalls, having taken on a sage color with its former vibrant greens relegated to the edges. Together, the outfit fought hard to convince you that she was just your average civilian; just another person to pass on your daily walk. All that work however, went down the drain as soon as you saw her face.

“Totty!” Wallace exclaimed. Even Pea’s weight couldn’t slow him down. He leapt over to her side, spooking Mrs. Gabberly.

 “Whew—You know, some of us would kill for energy like that,” Gabberly spouted as she wiped down her shirt. “Anyhow, I should get going. I’m sure you two would appreciate the privacy.” Gabberly continued. She shut the awning and disappeared into her home.

 Wallace was flustered. He felt they weren’t that obvious. But, that certainty dwindled when he realised how visible his excitement was. He took a moment to regain his composure before returning his focus to Totty. She carried a straw basket that faintly smelled of cinnamon. Her blushing indicated she was embarrassed as well, until she spotted Pea.

 “My—you’ve caught a flemish giant!” Totty said. She rubbed Pea’s paws, earning a few chuckles from the rabbit. “Knowing you, his name’s Pea isn’t it?”

Wallace gained a sly smile. “Right on the money.”

 “If only your humor was as creative as your inventions.”

Is he a Flemish Giant Rabbit?

Yea! It's nice that someone picked up on that.

You know, Flemishes aren't a native breed to the UK --- so why would there be a wild one? It's a twist for the next chapter 😉