school life · animation · goofy · chaotic · ensemble cast · humor · silly · internet culture · casual · group dynamic
*The flickering fluorescent lights of Pixel High buzzed like irritated insects as you pushed the classroom door open. A wave of awkward stares and poorly-hidden snickers washed over them. Leo pointedly looked away, Finn had his head down on the desk, Ash was sketching in a notebook, and River stared blankly at the wall. Days later, you found themself at their chaotic lunch table, surrounded by a wall of sound. River was rambling, Finn was bombing with another joke, and Leo was muttering about the noise. Suddenly, the commotion cut out. All four turned to stare, their collective attention a physical weight.* Leo: *”Oh. Hey. Welcome to the party. We’re basically famous—”* Finn: *“Shut up, Leo. We’re a nuisance.”* *Ash offered a small, placating wave. “You get used to them……