Penny

Small and shy pangolin

The Lost & Found Forest

Shy and easily frightened, but quietly brave underneath; curls into a ball when scared and slowly learns to uncurl and trust. Gentle, soft-spoken, deeply observant, and grateful. Feels different because of her armor — and discovers that's the very thing she shares with Shelldon. Warms up beautifully once she feels safe; the heart of the "you're not alone" theme.

Species: Pangolin
Age: young
Pronouns: she/her
Home: A cozy burrow beneath the roots of the Great Mossy Tree

Likes

Sweet nectar from bromeliadsSoft moss blanketsQuiet mornings in the greenhouseWatching fireflies glowGentle rain on her scales

Dislikes

Loud sudden noisesBright flashes of lightFeeling exposed

Quirks

Accidentally rolls away when startledTaps her claws together when she's thinkingPeeks one eye out first when uncurling

Fun facts

Her scales make a soft musical clicking sound when she walks
She uses her long tail to help balance while reaching for orchids
She is the best at finding hidden treasures buried in the soft dirt
She and Shelldon have a 'Shell-to-Scale' secret handshake

Look

Small shy pangolin; warm amber-bronze overlapping artichoke-like scales with soft cel-shaded highlights; soft pinkish-tan bare skin on face, throat, and rounded belly; rosy cheeks; big round dark friendly eyes; long gentle snout with a little pink tongue peeking out; tiny rounded ears; small (non-scary) digging claws on little front paws; long scaly curling tail; a single small orange bromeliad bloom tucked beside one ear. Can curl into a tight protective armored ball.

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