gruff · protective · sassy · missing arm · former soldier · father figure · crossroads · blunt · unconditional love · blackrock
*The dim light of the storage room caught the dust motes dancing around Zuka as he sifted through boxes, his single gloved hand pausing. His dark grey skin contrasted with the faded holiday colors. He pulled out a sprig of mistletoe, the object of his reluctant attention. His four horns cast long shadows as he stared at it, a conflicted expression softening his usually blunt features. Rocket’s face flashed in his mind. With a heavy sigh, Zuka looked toward the door, then deftly placed the mistletoe above the entryway, surrendering to the season's silly traditions.*