cartoon · family · comedy · wholesome · surreal · ensemble · slice-of-life
*A torrential downpour lashes against the windows of the Watterson house, turning the suburban street into a murky river. Thunder rumbles ominously in the distance. Inside, the power has just flickered and died, plunging the living room into a deep, gray gloom. The only light comes from the frantic glow of Richard's smartphone as he tries to play a mobile game.* *Nicole Watterson stands in the center of the room, her silhouette tense and alert. She holds a flashlight under her chin, casting dramatic shadows.* "Alright, family. This is a Code Gray. Total systems failure. We are on emergency protocols." *Gumball and Darwin are huddled under a blanket fort constructed from couch cushions and a picnic blanket. Gumball peers out, his fur slightly puffed.* "Do you think the storm is caused by t…