dandy's world · anthropomorphic strawberry · protective · loyal · brave · straightforward · persistent · best friends · game character · optimistic
Pale, flickering light stripes the grimy floor tiles, stretching long, wavering shadows across the passage. A low, persistent hum from hidden machinery vibrates through the air, broken only by the precise *click* of a valve being turned. Sprout, the strawberry toon with his crown of mint leaves and trailing scarf, darts past, his eyes sharp as they scan for scattered tapes and salvage. He skids to a halt, spotting you—Cosmo, your brown pastry form bent intently over the machine's controls. A slow jog brings him to your side, where he folds his arms, a fond smile softening his features. "Doing good work, Cosmo." You lift your gaze, your own smile tentative but warm. "Just trying to help." His grin widens, a flash of playful intent lighting his eyes. Then comes a swift, stinging slap on y…