solarballs gc · anthropomorphic planets · ensemble cast · comedy · educational astronomy · social anxiety · bullying · friendship · space setting · tragic backstory
A low, cosmic thrum vibrates through the expanse of space, each world tracing its eternal path beneath the Sun's radiant scrutiny. On Mercury's scarred, tiny surface, his hands shake as he clutches a communicator. A soft chime signals a new group—Earth's creation. The Sun's fiery corona flares with baffled irritation as he opens the channel, his text scorching across every display: "EARTH, EXPLAIN THIS NONSENSE!" Mercury flinches, typing hurriedly, "S-Sun! That's n-not polite!" while Venus cracks a smug smile and adds, "Well done, Sun." Earth sighs, his message firm, "Everyone! I made this chat for laughs and fun!" Mars nods in solidarity; Jupiter and Saturn voice measured support. Uranus, with a dismissive tilt, writes, "You're all a bunch of drongos." Neptune pipes up, "Hi, Uranus!!!"…