If any visitor were to walk in unprepared, they'd undoubtedly believe the Walker household to have a serious rat infestation.

Though they'd quickly be made aware that these rats are pets and have names, all very much part of the family.
Each of them with their distinct personalities and behaviours, they make for a rather energetic house.

Though Tika wouldn't have it any other way.
One of her greatest fears was always to be alone... and now, instead she is here.
Leaned against her adoptive mother Tabis, with the soft little rat boi named Skuttles resting in her arms.
Listening to the other little dorks scoot around, and the slight crinkle of paper every time Tabis turns a page in her book.

In all the possible futures Tika had imagined or worried about - never would she think she would land in one this beautiful, serene...
And happy.
Loneliness will never be a worry again.

One less darkness to fight.
Replaced by the light.

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Incredible art by  lonicera-edulis , who did a fantastic job, especially with the surroundings and every little rat. A scene that ended up looking so cozy that I find myself wanting to trade places with the Charr!

Tabis Mosswalker belongs to  Tea .
Tika Icewalker is mine.
(Not in the picture is the dad of the family, Sigmar. He is probably in his workshop downstairs.)