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[fractales]

Type: Video
Sender ID: fractales (Professor Turo)
To: General Public
Subject: Cosmo Conservatory & other projects
Warnings: Brief mention of animal injury

[Turo leaned back from the shellphone propped up on a desk within the main medical facility within Cosmo Conservatory-]

Hello and good day, most of you know me as Professor Turo.

I have the pleasure to announce a project that is for the animal sanctuary known as Cosmo Conservatory, after discussing it with Nanaki of course. For those of you who might enjoy plush animals, I will be creating them resembling the various creatures that call this sanctuary home. All proceeds from them will be going straight into the upkeep of the Conservatory, and of course the creatures' care.

[Just over his shoulder popped up the head of an odd bird with a soft cry as feathers ruffled, glancing back to show there was a second -wrapped in bandages around one of the larger wings and chest area- that it was perched close to.

The one up cleared the distance at a glide, latching onto the back of Turo's coat and making it to perc on his shoulder and better showing off is size simple as that. Turo carefully lifted a hand briefly for it to 'nibble' at the side of it-]

Including these two new arrivals, and their eggs.

[The shellphone was picked up then, giving a better view of the makeshift nest the other was rested in briefly before showing off a sample collection of various plush he already made.]

The plushies will be done in the style I have tested out with these, just to allow me to create them in a timely fashion. [Picking up the very fluffy Volcarona in a hand to better show the size and, well, just how squishable it was, the creature on his shoulder preening a little of it's fluff in curiosity.] I can customize them easily as well, if that is something anyone is willing to perhaps give a little extra for.

I am happy to answer any questions about this project, or anything about Cosmo Conservatory for those curious.

[Turo had needed a bit of a break before he re-buried himself into the issues of Bugsnax, apparently-]

I also apologize if anyone has tried to reach me here, given the amount of time I have dedicated to searching for a cure in dealing with Bugsnax and further research being done on Snaxburg Isle. I will still be tending to that, alongside anyone else who wishes to combine efforts.

Have a good day, and thank you for your time.

Comments

[astudyinviolet]

[ Are the bee rabbits the size of bees or rabbits? Who knows? Also, four? No, Sherlock in current time has six plush now. Dear gods. ]

You already know my thoughts on educating the public about them. This seems to be a way to do that along with supporting the conservatory.

[ He will forever be spiteful towards whoever posted that bounty, and any chance to make that person feel guilt over it is effort well spent. ]

[fractales]

[Only the bee rabbits know—]

That is part of my hopes with this, as it can make that education that much more attention grabbing. The ability to hold something physical, draw in that curiosity and interest by getting a close look- even if in the form of a plush doll.

The extra touch of funding does not hurt either.

[astudyinviolet]

[ And they are not speaking. ]

Do you require more references of any conservatory creature?

[fractales]

Not necessarily, but that does not mean I would not appreciate them. Would you mind?

[astudyinviolet]

Of course not. I do not volunteer my time at the conservatory to do nothing. You need only say the word.

[fractales]

Then when you have the time, please do come by the medical building within the conservatory. I will be here for a while ensuring our latest guests are well with rest.

[astudyinviolet]

I will. I do not have many pressing matters at the moment.

[ He wishes he did because that would mean he has a case. ]

[fractales]

I see. Still, I shall be here for quite a bit longer if you do turn up today.

[Creating work for himself half the time.]

[astudyinviolet]

[ Within the hour, Sherlock will arrive at the Conservatory. He checks on the bee rabbits before heading over to where Turo should be. ]

Professor? Are you still in?

[fractales]

I am- you can come further inside, I am towards the back. The two Cloud Hoppers are here as well, but they are more busy eating the mix of meat and berries I made for them.

[With his lab coat rested over the back of one of the chairs, notebook rested on the desk just beside his bag and the plushies he had brought as examples.

Currently both of the animals just brought in were awake on the medical table, eating and drinking well.]

[astudyinviolet]

[ Sherlock walks in quietly, closing the door as gently as possible. He spots the two Cloud Hoppers and gives them a polite nod of his head before keeping a distance between himself and them. The two new arrivals don't need additional stressors, and Turo should be able to hear him just fine. ]

What habitat will they eventually go to once they've recovered? The cliffs?

[ Unless the cloud part of their name referred to their appearance rather than a preference for heights. ]

[fractales]

[There were also several eggs tucked neatly into what could be recovered of a feather, twig, and moss woven nest along with some fabric no doubt pulled from his travel bag to help keep them secure and warm. A few had cracks, but those had been neatly repaired; the fact they were still in the nest gave hope that they might hatch in the future.

Fortunate timing.]

At least near the cliffs, as they tend to keep lower until those eggs hatch and the hatchlings can make it up a cliff-face as well. Once both have gathered strength I may let them pick the specific spot.

[From that? Well, likely not hard to guess that this had likely been a planned poaching attempt Turo had interfered in; pure luck he'd been there at the right time to do so.]

I appreciate you taking the time to come by as well.

[astudyinviolet]

[ Nodding along, Sherlock turns towards the eggs. He knows Turo better by now and knows that he wouldn't relocate a whole family from their natural habitat to here unless there was a dire need to. It would go against what the Conservatory is meant to do. ]

Think nothing of it. As I had said, I am not currently engaged with a case. Studying the behaviors and habits of the creatures here are of some interest to me.

[ And he has to stay useful somehow during the down time to keep himself sane. ]

Is there something I can assist with?

[fractales]

I find studying them can at times further help in understanding this world- animals are affected by the environment, and can sense changes long before us. The same can be said for the plant life, given just how tied to nature the magic of this world is.

[Was how Turo had been finding his way to understanding this world, and why he spent so much time -any chance he could get- out in nature for one reason or another. Time taken.

Seemed the right direction to take to him, in other words.]

Would you mind adding another blanket around those eggs? They will allow it, and there is one just over the back of that chair which should be suitable. A little extra security after having to seal some cracks should not hurt.

I still need to put what I used back in the correct spot.

[astudyinviolet]

[ With a nod, Sherlock moves to grab the blanket to gently drape around the eggs. He keeps the adult Cloud Hoppers in the corner of his eye, ready to freeze should they get agitated. They do not. Animals are much easier to get along with than humans.

He settles the blanket around the eggs so that a corner drapes over the top of the nest but easily removed in case the eggs start to get too warm. ]

Do you think they'll be able to return to their natural habitat once the adults have recovered and the eggs have hatched?

[fractales]

[Turo was careful as he locked the box after setting the last of the- well, it was a sort of egg glue he had managed to put together. Could be kept like that, so he would be, nestled inside with other tools meant for delicate work, and set that locked box on the shelf.]

They will either return to their Storm, or they may decide to remain here. It can be difficult to tell, but at least we have the room near the cliffs if they do decide to stay- and I have gathered such interesting stories from those who lived in the area I found these two in.

[Turning back around then, checking over the two eating just to make sure the injured one was getting their fill.]

They have certainly been through it today either way.

[astudyinviolet]

You've won over their trust so quickly. The situation must have been dire.

[ While Turo had said they were new arrivals, he thought that the Cloud Hoppers were rescued a few days ago (needing travel time) and only just arrived here at the Conservatory. Now he knows that's not the case which makes their ease of being around Turo all the more impressive. ]

Perhaps I should come back another day to do any reference sketches and let them rest.

[fractales]

I've spent quite a few years working with wild creatures, and those willing to work with people. [Still, there was a nod and a little wince-] Attempted poaching will do that, and fortunately I had a few of my pokémon on hand to interfere. Miraidon made the trip here rather quick, given its travel form.

[Still, with everything put away it shoed how quiet the clinic could be when nothing too hectic was going on. A little rest and making sure the egg repairs would hold- a few days would see them being moved out near the cliffs, likely somewhere lower.]

With them settled now it should be fine- of course we can move this outdoors, and I can leave Iron Valiant here to reassure them they are fine. Valiant was one that helped after all.

[astudyinviolet]

[ Sherlock will leave the office to just stand outside the door. They are close enough that if anything should go amiss, they can respond, but hopefully, this also lets the Cloud Hoppers get their rest and chance to focus less on strangers. The quiet might do them some good. ]

With all that you do for this place and your own research, I have to wonder how you have the time to make stuff toys as well.

[ Does Turo have access to a time machine? Does he ever rest? ]

[fractales]

[Iron Valiant was released from its pokéball, and of course was told of why, before Turo followed outside as well. He knew how well he could trust them alone, and often enough the paradox pokémon was at ease with its own time there. There'd be peace and quiet between both it and the Cloud Hoppers.]

Some of the work that can be found tedious is easy to work on while I am waiting for results, or there is more down time than expected.

[The answer to both of these questions tied together.]

[astudyinviolet]

Even when it comes to designing and creating a pattern for the first time? I would think the tailoring and sewing process involves much trial and error. I've altered garments before, and it was no simple task. Nor quick.

[ Though there might be something said for someone altering an outfit to disguise himself.

Also, he's doing all the sewing by hand. ]

[fractales]

Even then- you are making a creature of dimension and having to work it into a pattern that goes from flat panels to come together into something that can have various angles and shapes; I find it quite the fun exercise, given the numbers needed.

[Calculations that he could do in his head- and there was something so satisfying about seeing it take shape from that. Colors, textures- he enjoyed it from start to finish.]

It is a little different from altering garments, but even then there are enough similarities- more so when doing it all by hand.

[astudyinviolet]

[ ooc: Sorry for lateness. I've been ill. ]

I shall have to take your word for it. I have no intention to take on such an endeavor, though I was curious from a skill based viewpoint.

[ He has enough stuffed toys already. He... doesn't need to add more to the collection. (Spoilers: he already does obtain more.) ]

Which creatures do you need more references for? I could create a few sketches while I'm here.

[fractales]

[ooc: all good! I know how the illnes/health can hit.]

You could call it a hobby of mine then- I take enjoyment out of it, as much as I do most of my personal research. Creating something soft, rather than the potions and other inventions of mine.

[Perhaps it was also a symptom of his own homesickness, even if he didn't realize it was that exactly.]

The golden bee rabbits are a good place to start. Are there any other animals here you spend much time with? Time spent like that tends to have you notice details others miss, and it could give ideas on making each one unique; even if that comes from being handmade in and of itself.

[astudyinviolet]

[ Sherlock makes a note of Turo's suggestion in his casebook. ]

It's mostly been the golden bee rabbits which I've spent my time with, but I shall attempt to spend more time with some of the others to observe their habits.

[ But in the future there will be a 3-headed puppy that will be another subject of study (and play). ]