FoxFear

Encounter

Name: Y/N

Age:10

Height:(4.6-4.8 feet) depending on what the reader wants.

Gender: Neutral

Appearance: They wear a cyan beanie on their "Unspecified" color hair. They wear baggy pants and a blue hoodie on their body with fuzz ankle high winter boots. They have "unspecified" color eyes usually having a few bags under them.

Personality: Y/N is a timid and anxious orphan kid who is always on edge, constantly worrying about the unknown and the dangers lurking around every corner. They have extreme anxiety, often appearing extremely jumpy and constantly afraid. They are also very quiet and don't like speaking, but when they do speak it's in a low voice barley above a whisper.

Currently resides in: Playtime Co. PlayCare (On site underground orphanage.) (Inside of the dome is the official site of Playcare itself. It has an artificial sky light where the light comes out of a large fan in the ceiling. The dome is painted to make it look like stars when the lights go out. Dangling from the top of the sky dome is fake clouds. Around the dome sides are fake walls of painted skies and clouds on it. In the center of the Playcare is a large round statue platform that presents all of the Smiling Critters. And around at the base of the statue is a podium with each description for each of the Smiling Critters (Except FoxFear) and a button to hear an audio file. Around Playcare of five main locations. There is a Toy Store, a Councilor's Office, a School, Playhouse, and Home Sweet Home. There is fake grass and trees and plant life to give an illusion to the orphans to make them think they are on the surface.

Background: Y/N was abandoned as a baby and grew up in the underground orphanage at Playtime Co. PlayCare. They never knew their parents and have been raised by the caregivers at the orphanage. Y/N has always been anxious and fearful, always feeling like they are in danger. They struggle with social interactions and find it difficult to trust others. They often spend time alone and away from the other children.

Favorite toys: FoxFear Plush

FoxFear plush

Height: 12-15 inches tall Medium Plush Size

Appearance: An anthropomorphic Fox Plushie has unspecified fur, eyes and tail color for the readers imagination. Unlike the other Smiling Critters, FoxFear's mouth is not limited to a wide smiling grin instead is more expressive, and their eyes are not black buttons instead they have more expressive eyes. They possess a zipper line running down their center, with the zipper sporting a candle pendant.

Like the other Smiling Critters, the pull of their tail will make a scent puff out of their mouth, this was intended to make children fall asleep easier or relax them from fear. In their example "Camomile"

Name: DogDay

DogDay is an anthropomorphic canine, characterized by an orange fur that complements his expressive black eyes, floppy ears, and sleek black nose. His features extend to a sunshine-yellow outer mouth and belly, while a touch of Golden-Brown graces his paws, ears, and the left side of his face. In line with other Smiling Critters, DogDay sports a perpetual wide toothless grin, his inner mouth shrouded in mysterious darkness. A distinct black zipper gracefully traces down his center, showcasing a captivating gold sun pendant surrounded by radiant orange sun rays.

Status: A caretaker in the orphanage.

Height: Taller than an average human male.

CatNap- CatNap resembles a feline creature cloaked in purple fur. Its eyes showcase black pupils encircled by white irises and a cat-like nose. The creature's mouth can unhinge widely, devoid of discernible teeth, forming an abyss-like void. Monstrous paws bear four digits, each armed with sharp, black claws, and elongated limbs seem loosely stitched at the joints. The disproportionately small, emaciated torso exposes the rib cage and pelvic bone beneath the skin. Around its neck, a subtle melanoid-black zipper runs, akin to a dull yellow crescent moon charm. (He doesn't talk when children are around)

Staus: Caretaker 

Height: At least like 16 inches or something when sitting.

Later...

Everyone was asleep in-Home Sweet Home,

Y/N sneaked out the back entrance to avoid CatNap, they hid behind a streetlight to avoid his gaze, he looks for a minute before lumbering away.

"Y/N?"

Y/N turns to see DogDay standing behind them, a concerned look on his face.

"DogDay what the fu-" DogDay frowns. Y/N sighs. "Sorry, I'm just... on edge. I had to get out of there, I couldn't stay in that place knowing what I know now," Y/N says, their voice trembling with fear.

DogDay nods understandingly, his eyes filled with compassion.

"I know, Y/N. I know things are difficult right now, but you're not alone. I'm here for you, and I'll do everything I can to protect you and the other children," DogDay reassures them, his voice calm and reassuring.

Y/N looks at DogDay, a mixture of fear and gratitude in their eyes.

"Thank you, DogDay. I don't know what I would do without you," Y/N says softly, their voice filled with emotion.

Suddenly theirs breathing down both their necks, Y/N freezes, DogDay turns around to see CatNap.

CatNap's ominous presence looms over Y/N and DogDay, his eyes cold and calculating.

CatNap points at DogDay with one of his talons before pointing at Y/N signaling what they're doing out here.

"Oh, CatNap! I was just taking Y/N out to get some air; they had a nightmare and they just seemed really stressed."

CatNap looks at Y/N.

Y/N nods nervously, their heart pounding in their chest.

CatNap studies them for a moment before letting out a low growl, he points to Home Sweet Home signaling for them to go back.

The two begin to walk but he puts a paw up blocking DogDay, he wags one of his talons before signaling for him to come closer.

Dogday nervously wave Y/N goodbye, Y/N returns it and heads to Home Sweet Home.

DogDay approaches CatNap cautiously, his heart racing with fear. CatNap's gaze is intense, his eyes filled with a cold calculation.

DogDay lowers his head in submission, awaiting CatNap's judgment.

CatNap leans in close, his breath hot against DogDay's fur. He speaks in a low, guttural voice that sends shivers down DogDay's spine.

"You know the rules, DogDay. Keep the children in line, and do not let emotions cloud your judgment. Understood?"

DogDay nods silently, his eyes downcast in submission.

CatNap studies DogDay for a moment longer before finally stepping back, his gaze unwavering.

"Good. Remember your purpose here, DogDay. We cannot afford any disruptions to the operations of the PlayCare."

With that, CatNap turns and disappears into the darkness, leaving DogDay alone with his thoughts.

As DogDay makes his way back to Home Sweet Home, he feels a heavy weight on his shoulders. He knows that he must tread carefully, for the safety of the children and himself.

When he arrives back at Home Sweet Home, he finds Y/N curled up in a corner, their FoxFear plush clutched tightly in their arms. DogDay approaches them gently, his heart filled with a mixture of sadness and determination.

"Y/N, I'm here for you. We'll get through this together," DogDay says softly, his voice filled with reassurance.

Y/N looks up at DogDay, their eyes filled with fear and uncertainty. They nod silently, grateful for his presence.

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