Blazin’ Trails Redux

Blazin’ Trails: The Real Adventures, shortened to Blazin' Trails Redux, is a Hanna-Barbera fanfiction by iheartgod175, with plotlines, characters and worlds added by Vulaan Kulaas. The series is a remake of the previous Blazin’ Trails, but is intended to be a "soft reboot" of the original story, with a greater focus on plotlines and characters that were meant to appear in the original series. 
==Series Overview==
Much like the original series, Blazin' Trails Redux takes place in the Wild West (or more specifically, around 1860, a major jump from the previous series). Ricochet Rabbit, fastest Sheriff in the West, and his deputy, Droop-a-Long Coyote, are the main heroes. During times where speciesm and racism cause people to clash, Ricochet and Droop-a-Long stand out for their close friendship and teamwork as sheriff and deputy despite their obvious differences, both in species and personality. The series often follows Ricochet and Droop-a-Long's attempts to keep the town they live in (first Gopher Gulch, and later Hoop 'n Holler) at peace from outlaws and other ne'er-do-wells. Similar to the first series, there are a lot of chapters that give humorous looks into the pair's friendship in between arcs that feature dangerous criminals and family drama.
Below is a complete breakdown of the entire series, complete with the episode list. 
=== Season 1: The Legend Begins===
=====Official Overview=====
Ricochet Rabbit’s senior deputy, Sherman Sheep, quits due to stress, leaving him in need of a new partner. With no one in town willing to take the job, he takes a third option: to head to the town of Shadybrook—a town with a high coyote population—to search for one. He went in dead-set on finding a rabbit to be his deputy, but ends up leaving town with Droop-a-Long Coyote, a local who was not only willing to help him, but saved his life when he was put in danger. Though the first few years were tricky due to their personalities occasionally clashing, the initial connection they formed proves to be the glue that holds them together. When their friendship is put to the ultimate test, will their iron bond withstand the storm, or will it ultimately fray? 
=====Episode List=====
Season 1: The Legend Begins
Chapter #	Episode Title 	Summary 	Notes
1 	Breaker of Barriers 	After his senior deputy quits, Ricochet Rabbit decides to head to Carrottop Taverns to find a new one, but must past through Shadybrook first. 	Remastered version of the original Blazin’ Trails chapter
2 	First for Everything 	In this comedy of errors, Ricochet and Droop-a-Long face the greatest challenge of all: how two polar opposites can live together under the same roof! 	Lifted from the original Firsts chapter, albeit with no mentions of Denise Falconeri or Melissa Starkweather
3 	Rocks and Hard Places 	 	
4 	Gopher Gulch Quandary 	 	
5 	Disgraced Badge—Part 1 	 	
6 	Disgraced Badge—Part 2 	 	
7 	No One’s Perfect 	A rare failure sours Ricochet’s mood, but his new senior deputy reminds him of an important lesson. 	Remastered version of the first chapter of Blazin’ Trails
8 	Family Matters 	 	
9 	I Can Trust You With This	The trial and execution of Ricochet’s former friend stirs up some gruesome memories, and he deals with it in a way that takes Droop-a-Long by surprise. 	Remastered version of the original chapter of Blazin’ Trails
10 	Itchy Finger Gunslingers 	 	
11 	Taking the Bullet 	An awards ceremony is the last place where one would expect a loyalty test—but in Gopher Gulch, it’s best to expect the unexpected. 	Remastered version of the original chapter of Blazin’ Trails. Guest stars: Quick Draw McGraw and Baba Looey
12 	Solemn Oath, Sworn Duty 	 	Remastered edition of the original Blazin’ Trails chapter.
13 	Driven to the Edge 	Two weeks after the attempt on his life, Ricochet’s life is threatened again, this time by members of Red Scorpion. 	Remastered version of the original Blazin’ Trails chapter. Guest stars: Quick Draw McGraw and Baba Looey
14 	Unequal Yokes 	A series of targeted attacks on his deputy causes Ricochet to learn just how deep the species divide is. 	Also known as Protector—Prologue
15 	Protector—Part 1 	Ricochet steps in to defend his best friend when tensions explode into an all-out attack. 	Remastered version of the original. Also known as Protector: Bloodshed
16 	Protector—Part 2 	Ricochet is placed in jail for defending Droop-a-Long, leaving the coyote to act as sheriff. 	Remastered version of the original. Also known as Protector: Blood Price
17 	Protector—Part 3 	While Ricochet struggles to cope with the apparent loss of his best friend, Droop-a-Long finds himself in unfamiliar territory with grim prospects. 	Remastered version of the original. Also known as Protector: Blood Debt
18 	Protector—Conclusion 	Upon learning the truth of his captivity, Droop-a-Long makes a daring decision that may cost him his life. Meanwhile, Ricochet chooses to hold onto hope beyond reason and picks up the case of his friend’s supposed “death”.	Remastered version of the original. Also known as Protector: Blood Ties
===Season 2: Phantoms of the Past ===
===== Official Overview =====
Six months have passed since the Protector case, and the case has left both Ricochet and Droop-a-Long with some scars, but a stronger bond and a good support. Christmas Day 1860 sees Ricochet handed a challenge from a dangerous killer, who has a personal beef to settle with him, and Droop-a-Long has an unexpected reunion with his older brother in the worst way possible. With old failures haunting Ricochet, and old wounds reopened in Droop-a-Long, it appears that everything in the world aims to destroy them. However, both are determined to prove that the phantoms of the past will have no effect on their future.
In Bucktooth Creek, Texas, Ricochet’s niece, Roxanne Falconeri-Rabbit, has started making her first steps as the first female deputy, eventually being bumped up to sheriff when her mentor is murdered by an outlaw. Her first real case after taking up the badge: bring in the notorious Salvador Solace-Barnes, the son of Red Scorpion’s second in command, who had been exiled from the gang from mysterious reasons. 
And across the country, James and Kiara’s search for clues leads to them being hunted by a dangerous killer, who will stop at nothing to ensure that the young James will suffer the same fate as his father. 
More coming soon...
===Season 3: Keeper, Where Art Thou?===
===== Official Overview =====
The Phantom Killer cases have begun to take its toll on Ricochet, and a new revelation regarding his adopted son, Lucky, has sent the town of Hoop n' Holler reeling. In an attempt to protect his son, the sheriff is brutally beaten and nearly left unconscious, leaving his deputies to handle affairs. As if the burden of being in Ricochet's shoes wasn't enough, a new threat arises, one that Droop-a-Long had thought was destroyed in the Protector case: animal trades, once made illegal, are now thriving due to the Dalton Gang, the second most feared gang after Red Scorpion. The sheriff of Two-Bit, who was the only one to halt the Daltons' progress in California, sends a letter requesting Ricochet's help. As the sheriff is still incapacitated, Droop-a-Long decides to go, with the new deputy, Elijah, coming with him. With a new enemy looming over the West, and lives of many on the line, the easygoing drifter of a deputy develops nerves of steel and steps up to the challenge, unaware of what this would inevitably lead to.
The focus on the Dalton Gang has driven focus away from the main threat: Red Scorpion, which is currently strengthening their hold in the Ozark mountain country. Needing an outlet for his violent tendencies, Punkin’ Puss’ cousin, Mose, gets heavily involved within the group with his father’s blessing. An attempt to bring peace ultimate begets violence, as old ways clash with new. Punkin' Puss must make a decision, and it's one that could change his relations with his family forever. 
Roxanne has succeeded in capturing Salvador, and rather than giving him the death penalty as he rightly deserves, she decides to help rehabilitate him. Things are already off to a rocky start, with the horned lizard hybrid being less than forthcoming, when she hears news that the Phantom Killer was recently found—nearly dead and with glass in her head, courtesy of an unknown assailant. The only person who witnessed the attack was shop owner Lumiere Edwards, who trailed behind and personally drove off the attacker. The discovery of the Phantom Killer’s true identity leads Roxanne to call upon the only person who can get the murderous woman to open up: her aunt, Denise Falconeri. 
More coming soon...
===Season 4: Requiem===
===== Official Overview =====
“In order to run towards your dreams, you have to take a step forward.” This is a phrase that Droop-a-Long Coyote has held onto for as long as he can remember, one that kept him going even during his trials as deputy. This phrase has become his lifeline as he takes over Huckleberry Hound’s position as sheriff of Two-Bit, which comes with its own host of challenges—a corrupt coward of a mayor being one of them. His first task as sheriff is to put an end to the remaining animal traders that worked for the Dalton brothers, two of whom are sitting in jail. He receives an unexpected ally in this matter: Huckleberry Hound’s nephew, Armani Hound, who was rescued by his uncle and is now determined to bring down the Dalton Empire, even if it costs him his humanity.
Ricochet Rabbit, meanwhile, finally receives happiness in the form of his renewed relationship with Melissa Starkweather, although there’s still some trouble brewing within his family. His father resorts to desperate measures to keep Mireya from following in her mother’s footsteps, and during a heated confrontation, new revelations are discovered and old wounds are reopened. Armed with new information, Ricochet reopens the case regarding his sister’s death, determined to bring his family closure. 
It has been two months since anyone has last heard of Punkin' Puss, who decided to prioritize his new friendship over his family's horrific ways. Mushmouse, who hasn't seen him since the fateful firefight, and Nadia, who has recently reunited with her mother, call in Touché Turtle to search for him. It doesn't take him long to find the cat, but getting back home proves to be troublesome, as several members of Punkin's family are determined to make sure they stay missing. The two trek through dangerous territory, uncover well-kept secrets, and may end up coming out of this with a better understanding of each other than they thought. 
Rather than facing the noose as she rightly deserves, Serena finds herself in the care of her former brother-in-law, who refuses to let her back into a life of crime, and her son, whom she never thought she'd see again in this lifetime. During her rehabilitation period, the love that she never thought she'd receive again slowly changes her heart, and results in a stark transformation that nobody could have seen coming. 
Roxanne and Salvador's relationship has gotten better since the Phantom Killer case, and both do their best to ignore rumors of their growing friendship being more than just that--not that their mutual pining helps matters. During the run for sheriff, she receives terrible news: her best friend, Nadia, has been captured, along with some of her half-siblings, in order to punish Punkin' Puss. Ignoring the townspeople's warnings, she and Salvador head west, proving just why her nickname is "Whirlwind" when she finally cuts loose. 
Though reunited with his mother, James still has unfinished business to settle. A skirmish with a few of Red Scorpion's Young Blood members leads to a surprising discovery, and Kiara decides to help the rescued members reunite with their families. One of the members, Xiao Feng, reveals that her mother is still alive, but was exiled on Spike Barnes' orders. Her last known location: the peaceful, yet isolated, Saint Belle Isle. 
===Season 5: Homecoming===
===== Official Overview =====
Sina, Saint Belle Isle, is in a crisis. The once peaceful town is now under the iron control of the mayor, Xiao Li, who is now facing threats of death from the populace. Determined to save her mother, Xiao Feng, with the help of James, Kiara and Lumiere, heads to the town to help bring her mother back. Can this ice queen's heart truly be melted by the love and warmth of the child she abandoned?
Having helped Punkin' Puss and Catalina reunite, as well as putting an end to the violent family feud, Touché feels that he can finally rest, only for a troublesome figure to appear in his life, one that stirs up some awful memories for him. In the confrontation that ensues, a bombshell is dropped, one that leaves him questioning everything he thought he knew about himself. Seeking answers, he, Edith, Cat and Dum-Dum travel to his old home of Saint Belle Isle, where the truth he uncovers is stranger than fiction. 
Droop-a-Long Coyote is no longer the clumsy failure of a deputy. He has "seized his spurs", as his father says, as a lawman, although finding that delicate balance between work and his growing family has proven difficult. Right as he starts to take steps to fixing things, a betrayal leaves him lost in the middle of the desert, with no way to get home and no one to call on...but his brother, Drag-a-Long Coyote, who happens upon him when he's dehydrated and delirious. The elder coyote has nothing but contempt for him for his role in splintering his gang, and Droop-a-Long has nothing but hatred towards him for what he did to the Falconeri sisters and to Lucky. When a bounty hunter who has both coyotes in his sights starts closing in, the estranged brothers find themselves relying on each other in the ruthless wilderness. 
Ricochet, having settled into a balance of work and family, deals with a personal crisis when a new breed of outlaw starts terrorizing the citizens of Hoop 'n Holler. His search for clues to his sister's murder leads to an unlikely suspect: Xavier Jones, a businessman in direct competition with Al Jr. Al Jr. has no respect for this man, and specifically wants to keep him away from both Rachel and Roxanne. Used to his complaining by now, much of the family has dismissed his complaints as paranoia, and even Ricochet was guilty of this. And though Xavier seems charming, something about him has Ricochet on edge, praying that he doesn't prove the other male's point. 
===Season 6: Born For Adversity===
===== Official Overview =====
Worst fears come to pass, difficult decisions are made, and new dreams are realized in the penultimate season of Blazin' Trails Redux.
For Ricochet Rabbit, nothing is more important than family. He would be nothing without them, and feels that he can rely on them in hard times. But the worst thing that could have happened, has happened. His beloved nieces are facing horrible trials--one at the hands of an unknown enemy and the other at the hands of someone he thought he could trust, despite the personality clashes. Now that said family becomes the biggest obstacle, he finds himself making a hard decision. 
For Droop-a-Long Coyote, redemption is a fickle thing. He’s helped people turn their lives around, but he’s recognized that some people just can’t be saved. After the trials in the desert, he's faced with an impossible question: can an irredeemable monster such as his brother be saved? Or should he allow him to languish in his personal hell?
For Quick Draw McGraw, the life of the law is all he knows. He has tirelessly pursued justice, and his trials and triumphs have made him the most powerful lawman in the country. However, a new love has appeared, one that reminds him of times long gone, and he’s determined to not let it go this time. Now, it’s time to put Red Scorpion to rest, and he gears up for a fateful showdown in his old home of Tenderfoot, Texas.
For Punkin’ Puss, life couldn’t be better. He now has new friends, a new family and a new perspective on life. His father and cousin, ousted from Red Scorpion, have him and his new family in his sights. Now unafraid of the challenge, he and his family prepare for one last stand against the tyrannical views that have torn his family apart for decades.
For Touché Turtle, bittersweet memories taint what should be the happiest day of his life. Having pursued love and glory for the last few decades, he now begins to understand what true happiness is, and makes a surprising decision, one that’s filled with its own struggles. 
A friend is there during hard times..but brothers are born for adversity. 
===Season 7: Resolution===
===== Official Overview =====
The final season of Blazin’ Trails Redux ties up loose ends, brings major storylines to a close, and has characters facing towards the future.
For Ricochet, this has been a long time coming. The memories of his beloved sister haunt his dreams, not allowing him to rest until her murder is solved. He receives an unexpected ally in this manner, one whom he never thought he’d trust. When he discovers the culprit, and the truth behind his sister’s death, Ricochet takes action, determined to get justice for both his sister and his niece.
For Droop-a-Long, the road to recovery is a long one. No longer doubting his older brother’s intentions, he starts the difficult process of helping reintegrate him into society, first starting with having him repent of the crimes he committed, and then have him confront his mistakes and crimes against the people in his life. He faces ostracism, and even threatened with the loss of his position…but the younger coyote trudges on, determined to not leave his brother in his time of need.
For Quick Draw McGraw, the call of justice is just too strong. Even after ridding Tenderfoot of the Newcombs, he still feels like his job is unfinished—a sentiment that could throw a wrench into his relationship as it did years ago. However, he’s grown since that fateful day, and decides to express his feelings, which results in a surprising offer that will leave both him and Clarissa satisfied.
For Punkin’ Puss, family is now becoming important to him, with one person in particular bringing him the happiness that he thought had eluded him for so long. He must now confront his biggest fear if he truly wants to embrace this happiness.
A similar thing is happening to Touché Turtle, whose reunion with his own family has brought about a stark transformation in him. A prognosis has confirmed his worst fears, in that he would never be able to have children. But as Ricochet tells him one day, when one door shuts, another one opens, and it opens in the most unexpected way possible for him and Edith.
==Characters==
 
Similar to the original series, Redux features a large and unique cast comprising of numerous characters—original ones created by both iheartgod175 and Vulaan Kulaas, several characters who appeared only once in the cartoons, and characters from other Hanna-Barbera properties. 
===Main===
*Ricochet Rabbit-The sheriff of Hoop 'n Holler and known as the fastest sheriff in the West. This incarnation of Ricochet is a fourth-generation sheriff with a passion for his job that is only matched by his hotheadedness. He appears to be stubborn, prideful and aloof to those who don’t know him well, but he's truly a good person at the core.
*Droop-a-Long Coyote-Ricochet's deputy and best friend, hailing from the town of Shadybrook. He worked odd jobs for several years before meeting Ricochet, and his role in saving Ricochet's life led to him being hired as his deputy. This incarnation of Droop-a-Long is a bit smarter than the original and not as clumsy, though he's a bit more naive.
*Jeb Forrest-A close friend of Droop-a-Long's who eventually became Ricochet Rabbit's junior deputy. A huge fan of Ricochet Rabbit, his knowledge of the animal trade and its inner workings proved invaluable to Ricochet, who hired him on after the case was over. Often known as the polar opposite of Droop-a-Long, Jeb is talkative, somewhat short-tempered and occasionally indecisive, but is truly a good person at the core.
*Elijah James- A former slave who escaped the South shortly after the end of the Civil War. He was ruthlessly hunted down by his former master’s second until he was rescued by James Falconeri-Edwards, who brought him back to Hoop n’ Holler—in need of steady work, he eventually found work in Burke’s shop, and was recommended to head to the sheriff’s office after he helped stop an attempted robbery. He is the cool head to Jeb’s hotheaded nature, quick with wit, and just as quick with a gun. His first true appearance is in season 2’s finale, and is added to the main cast in Season 3’s opening episode, “The Outsiders”.
===Secondary Characters=== 
*Denise Falconeri-Ricochet's wealthy ex-fiancée who is a member of the powerful Falconeri family. She falls in love with his deputy, Droop-a-Long, and enters into a relationship with him. Though a proper girl as expected of her standing, Denise has an adventurous streak. She takes a larger role in season 2.
*Melissa Starkweather-A female rabbit who came from a well-known family, and was one of Ricochet's crushes, but later rejected him. She later comes to realize that she made a mistake in leaving Ricochet, and decides to pursue a relationship with him. Though described as a “cowardly lion”, it’s unwise to underestimate her. She takes a larger role in both seasons 2 &3.
*Lucky-Also known as "The Kid with No Name", he is the half-breed son of Droop-a-Long Coyote's older brother Drag-a-Long Coyote Jr. and Denise's older sister Serena Falconeri. After a mass killing gone wrong, he was beaten and left for dead by his father until Ricochet and Droop-a-Long came to rescue him. His experiences have hardened him, but time with his uncle has opened him up. He appears in the second movie, and is a featured character from the second season onwards.
*James Falconeri-Edwards- Denise’s nephew, Serena’s son, and Lucky’s older half-brother. He was presumed dead after the attack that cost him his father, but he was rescued by his uncle, Al Jr. Swearing vengeance on the man who killed his father, and wanting to find his mother, he works as a bounty hunter, with Kiara Sanchez being his main support. He makes a special guest appearance at the end of season 1, is the main character of the first movie, and is a regularly appearing character from the second season onwards.
*Kiara Sanchez-A young Silver fox who was once the heiress to the wealthy Sanchez family, until her rebellious nature got her disowned. Known as Saint Angel to those she helps, Kiara stumbled upon an injured James and refused to leave his side; once she learned of his mission to get revenge on the man who murdered his father, she decides to ally herself to his cause. She makes a guest appearance in season 1, is the main character of the first and third movies, and is a regularly appearing character from the second season onwards.
*Xiao Feng- Lucky’s half-sister, who was training to become an assassin in Red Scorpion. A fox-coyote hybrid, she, like her older half-brother, was subjected to horrible abuse by Drag-a-Long, and was later rescued by Serena’s future husband, Lumiere Edwards.
*Salvador Barnes- The son of Red Scorpion’s second-in-command, Spike. Known amongst the “Young Blood” as their protector, Sal was exiled from the group due to both his reluctance to kill and for interfering in Drag-a-Long’s abuse of Lucky. He was left for dead and had a huge bounty on his head until he was rescued by Roxanne. He appears at the end of the first movie, is a recurring character through the second, and later becomes a main character from season 3 onwards.
*Roxanne Falconeri-Rabbit- Ricochet’s niece, a product of her mother’s one night affair with Alfonso Falconeri, Jr. Roxanne decides to follow in her beloved uncle’s footsteps to become a sheriff, much to her grandfather’s dismay. Her first case is rehabilitating Salvador Barnes, the son of Red Scorpion’s second-in-command, who was left for dead. She appears at the end of season 2, and is a main character from season 3 onwards.
*Mireya Edwards-Rabbit- One of Ricochet’s nieces, she is the only daughter of Ricochet’s sister Rose, who died shortly after giving birth to her, and was taken in by her grandparents. Wishing to escape her grandparents’ controlling ways, Reya decides to support her cousin, and is training to become a doctor herself. Though calmer than Roxanne, it’s clear that her cousin’s influence has rubbed off on her, for she won’t hesitate to fight if provoked. She also appears near the end of season 2, and is a recurring character from season 3 onwards.
*Nadia Coyote-McStomp- Punkin’ Puss’ daughter, and Droop’s adopted sister. A “product of desperation” between her parents, Nadia was given to Droop-a-Long’s family as an infant and was raised in Shadybrook. She possesses her mother’s positive demeanor, as well as her father’s temper. Similar to her brother's friendship with Ricochet, she has a close friendship with Roxanne, and refers to herself as the young woman’s sister. She appears in a few episodes in season 3, and becomes the main character in season 4 along with Roxanne and Mireya.
*Armani Hound - Huckleberry Hound’s nephew, a Bluetick coonhound/beagle mix who lived a peaceful life with his family until the Dalton Gang upended it by murdering his parents and selling him and his siblings into the animal trade. The once sweet Armani has now become cold and clinical, with a heart that burns for vengeance against the Dalton brothers—namely Stinky, whom he witnessed murder his mother in cold blood. He is rescued by Nadia and Roxanne shortly after Huck and Droop-a-Long apprehend Stinky and Finky, and gains a new family that will help him cope with the trauma—and hopefully, a new love. He is seen in season 3’s finale, and has a larger role in season 4, where he finally gets his revenge against Stinky. 
*Daddy Ricochet-Ricochet's father, who served as the sheriff of Ricochet's hometown, Carrottop Canyon. Though a celebrated sheriff, his taciturn nature and traditionalist ways have turned several members of his family against him, to the point where it’s a miracle that his younger son, Ricochet, is even speaking to him. 
*Rachel Rabbit - One of Ricochet’s older sisters, and Roxanne’s mother. Known throughout the family as the “wild child”, with a stubbornness that could put her little brother to shame, she was outcast by her family after she had a one-night stand with Alfonso Falconeri, Jr., which produced Roxanne. She is one of her daughter’s supporters, and through her brother’s help, she ends up reconnecting with Al Jr. She appears several times in season 2, and is made a supporting character in the following season.
*Alfonso Falconeri, Jr. - Denise’s older brother, and current head of the Falconeri family business. Possessing a “sugar and ice” personality, his taciturn nature has not endeared him to many people, namely Ricochet Rabbit, who will become his brother-in-law once he marries Rachel. However, interactions with his nephew James, as well as his daughter, Roxanne, has softened his heart some, and through interaction with his daughter, begins to not only grow into a better person, but also reconnects with Rachel. He appears sporadically in seasons 1 &2, and would see his role expanded in seasons 3 & 4 as he helps his sister redeem herself and reconnects with both Roxanne and Rachel.
*Lumière Edwards- Serena Falconeri’s brother-in-law, and James’ uncle. He resides in and runs a shop in Genoa, Nevada where his home is a base of operations for James and Kiara, who are traveling about trying to find clues to his brother’s murder. He becomes involved in the Phantom Killer case when Serena is discovered half-dead, revealing their connection—and his feelings for her. He is a primary support in the first movie, the second season, and is upgraded to a major supporting character from season three onwards.
*Susie McStomp - A tan-furred hillbilly cat whose family is often known (and feared) for their loud calls and excitable, obnoxious personalities. She has a huge crush on Punkin’ Puss, who spends every interaction avoiding her advances. Her excitable personality hides her insecurities as the “unwanted” one of the family, hence her desperation to find a husband. She made a deal with Punkin’ Puss to give her a child to carry on the family name, which resulted in Nadia. Realizing that the life in the hills was not for her, she gave Nadia to Droop-a-Long’s family, believing that they can give Nadia the life she deserves. She is a supporting character in seasons 2 and 3, and has a larger role in season 4 afterwards. 
*Dixie- Punkin’ Puss’, Catalina, and Einar's mother, a hardened, no-nonsense mountaineer woman who resides deep within the hills. Forced to marry to pay off her father’s debts, she spent four years trapped in an abusive marriage with Peter before attempting to escape with her kittens only to be thwarted by her husband and his brothers. Her children believed her to be dead because of their father’s influence, and thought Dixie yearned to save them, Moses’ involvement would see her plans halted. She escaped far into the hills, and was injured in an ambush by Mose and a few of his brothers. Her life was spared when a mysterious Spanish hero-for-hire came across the fight and scared them off. She is a central character in season 4.
*Don Gutierrez- Catalina and Einar's biological father, a red-furred Spaniard tomcat who was part of the House of Ancients’ hero service similar to his hero, Sebastian. Although he never met Sebastian, he would follow a similar path of his hero: he was exiled from the House after stumbling upon their illegal alliance with the Kingslayers and attempting to expose said alliance to the government, which resulted in a lifelong ban from Spain. Following his exile, he made his home in the Ozarks, where he made a decent living as a hero-for-hire. He comes across a frontierswoman being beat on by several men, and after driving them off, took her in and tended to her injuries. He wanted to do right by her after hearing of her tale, but trouble with her husband led to him having to flee the country with their infant daughter. Later, his ship was capsized by enemies, an event he survived, but believed that Cat hadn’t. He now resides in Saint Belle Isle, mourning the daughter he had, unaware that he is being sought after. Appearing several times in season 4, he makes his true debut in season 5.
*Diane Steelclaw- Former heiress of the powerful Steelclaw family, a red fox with a vivacious and elegant personality. She was one of Ricochet Rabbit’s lovers and nearly became his fiancée, but he was chased off by her father, Elijah Steelclaw, before he could propose to her. Not long after that, she became pregnant with Ricochet’s children, and was forced to marry another fox to keep from falling into scandal, but eventually left him. Diagnosed with an incurable form of cancer, she reconnects with her old flame via Melissa, to whom she offers a proposal, that she and Ricochet take care of her triplets. She appears in season 5, and passes away in the penultimate episode. 
*The Steelclaw-Rabbit sisters: 
**Cheyenne Steelclaw-Rabbit: The eldest of the sisters, and the one closest in personality to her father. 
**Azar Steelclaw-Rabbit: The middle daughter, who possesses a blend of her parents’ personalities
**Catori Steelclaw-Rabbit: The youngest daughter, who just like her father is a well-intentioned wild card. 
*Tristan Turtle-Touché Turtle’s biological father, an older terrapin who resides on a small island outside of Saint Belle Isle and often referred to by the people of Sina as the Exile of Saint Belle Isle. On the official report, he was exiled for attacking the mayor, but in reality, Tristan was the victim of a vicious family murder committed by his mother, Tabitha, who serves as Xiao Li’s second. Due to both the corruption in the court and Tabitha’s mastery at playing the jury, Tristan was exiled, barred from ever returning. His only comfort now is that two of the eggs that survived his mother’s onslaught are in safe hands, never to be found. He debuts in season 5, and makes a few appearances in season 6 afterwards.
*Therese Turtle- Touché Turtle’s biological sister, a bubbly young terrapin who resides in Westward Springs, Saint Belle Isle, which happens to be her older brother’s hometown. Coming from a modest family, her life was upended when her parents, among many others, were rounded up and shipped off to be sold into slavery by the mayor under the excuse of boosting the economy. Refusing to stand for this, she becomes a rogue, stealing the plans of traders, exposing them to the government, and reuniting the victims with their families. The mayor of Westward Springs has ordered her capture, and hired Touché to do it. Compared to the reserved Touché, Therese is lively and referred to as a spitfire, and refuses to take on the mantle of a hero, stating that being a rebel is cooler. She admires Kiara for her work back in the States and wants to be like her. She is a supporting member in season 5.
===Minor/Recurring Character ===
*J.P. Nuggets-The elderly, somewhat cowardly mayor of both Gopher Gulch and Hoop 'n Holler who served as a banker before becoming the mayor. A good friend of Ricochet's.
*Mr. Stonewall-The owner of the town bank. He's somewhat strict, studious and uptight, and often files complaints against Droop-a-Long for repeatedly crashing into his bank tellers' windows. He has an odd friendship with Honeycomb that mirrors Ricochet and Droop-a-Long's friendship.
*Mr. Honeycomb-The owner of the town bakery. He's a jovial man who's always up for a good joke or two. He knows Ricochet very well due to the sheriff frequenting the shop for sweets. Similar to Ricochet's friendship with Droop-a-Long, Honeycomb has an odd friendship with Stonewall, who's his complete opposite.
*Sam-A bartender of Hoppin' Horntoads, the town saloon. Cool and collected, he often acts as the town's sounding board.
*Burke-Runs the livery stable in town, and is one of Ricochet’s older friends. He often acted as Ricochet’s unofficial senior deputy, and continues to do so whenever Droop-a-Long is out on business. He becomes good friends with Elijah. 
*Vern Johnson -Hoop 'n Holler's doctor, a serious but ultimately kindhearted old man who often shouts at Ricochet and Droop-a-Long for frequently getting themselves hurt.
*Red-Eye-The owner of Hoppin' Horntoads, the town saloon, and Sam’s boss. He is a character lifted from 'The Good, the Bad and Huckleberry Hound', where he served as the bartender at Rusty Nails' saloon.
*Marcus McCloud-A mercenary for hire that Droop-a-Long encountered during the Protector case. He becomes Droop’s occasional ally, though naturally, his services don’t come for free. 
*Various members of the Rabbit Family, including:
**Regina Rabbit
**Ricochet Chavez
**Rosalinda Rabbit
**Rudy Rabbit
*Various members of the Coyote Family, including
**Drag-a-Long Coyote, Sr.
**Selena Coyote
**Hop-a-Long Coyote
**Sing-a-Long Coyote
**Betty Coyote
**Tag-a-Long Coyote
* Various members of the Falconeri Family, including:
**Alfonso Falconeri, Sr.
**Yolanda Falconeri
*Harmony Sue- A white calico who was often referred to as the prettiest cat of the hills, but was unattainable due to her high standards. She dated Moses for a while, but later left him when his true nature showed after he joined Red Scorpion. She would become Punkin’ Puss’ on-and-off lover, eventually having kittens with him, which puts her in contention with both her family and Susie McStomp. She is killed by Mose in season 4 after he discovers her litter with Punkin’ Puss.
*Bunny Hug- Ricochet’s third-grade sweetheart. Though Ricochet tried to rekindle their relationship, she eventually left him for the outlaw he was trying to catch in her honor. Years later, heartbroken, she returns and tries to give their relationship a second chance, but differences in lifestyle would cut it short. She appears in several episodes in season 2. 
*The Redford Sisters-
**Cassidy Redford
**Marianne Redford
**Sasha Redford
*Teensy Turtle- Therese’s son, and Touché Turtle’s nephew, an optimistic, cheery and enthusiastic boy whose well-intentioned personality lands him in trouble more often than not. He idolized Touché before he learned their connection, and now his admiration has increased tenfold.
=== Antagonists===
NOTE: All antagonists are listed in order of appearance. 
*A.T. Sam Jose - An outlaw that Ricochet sent to jail ages ago, and came back to exact revenge on the sheriff. He only appears in the remastered Taking the Bullet.
*Dave Reeves - A businessman with a deep hatred of coyotes. He appears during season 1’s Protector arc.
*Chuck Carstairs - Dave’s business partner who, while not as volatile as Dave, is just as crooked. He appears during season 1’s Protector arc.
*Zebediah "Zeb" Forrest-Jeb's twin brother who works for Dave and Chuck during the events of the Protector arc. He later appears twice during the rest of the series.
*Lady Toussaint- Dave and Chuck’s boss, a chinchilla cottontail who hails from Louisiana territory. Possessing a dangerous, conniving mind underneath her adorable appearance, she is a renowned animal trader who has a preference for coyotes, and takes a particular interest in Droop-a-Long. She is the chief antagonist in the remastered Protector arc. 
*Drag-a-Long Coyote Jr.- Droop-a-Long's older brother, a notorious outlaw who leads the dangerous organization Red Scorpion. He is a murderous, manipulative and cold-blooded killer whose actions strike fear into both outlaws and lawmen alike. He is a recurring villain in seasons 2 through 5, and finally gets a spotlight role in season 6, which sees him start the path to redemption. 
*Serena Falconeri-Denise's older sister who was exiled from the family for marrying a man below her status. Known as the Phantom Killer, she is also a notorious outlaw known for her brutal killings and having escaped the law for over a decade. She has a deep hatred for Ricochet due to his failure to catch the criminal that murdered her husband and son. She is the main antagonist of season 2, and would later return in season 4 as a changed woman.
*Spike Barnes- The former leader of Red Scorpion. Also known as “Cutthroat” due to his backstabbing nature, Spike is a cold-blooded, cruel being who would even kill his own son if it meant he could avoid the law. He makes a few appearances in season 2, and is killed in that season’s finale.
*Red Scorpion - The main antagonists of the series, a dangerous group composed of violent outlaws all across the country, including in Arkansas. They are first mentioned in season 1, and from season 2 onwards they are the main threat that Droop-a-Long and Ricochet face.
*The Dalton Gang- A notorious family of outlaw brothers who, despite their varying personalities, unite on one common front: the enjoyment of causing chaos and mayhem wherever they go. Chased after by nearly every sheriff in the country and facing the noose, the brothers plan one last takeover in California. They appear in season 3, with three of the brothers being killed in the shootout that ensued. Their leader—Stinky Dalton—reappears in season 4 as one of the main antagonists, eventually being killed by Huckleberry Hound’s nephew, Armani.
*Moses - One of Punkin’ Puss’ cousins who is a member of Red Scorpion’s Arkansas branch. He’s one of the few people whom Punkin’ Puss is terrified of, and for good reason—his cruel, conniving nature is not to be underestimated. He is one of the main villains in season 4.
*Peter “Paw” Punkin’ Puss- Punkin’s father, the ornery patriarch of the family. It’s clear where much of Punkin’s nastier traits come from, though Peter takes it a step further and seems to have no redeeming qualities of his own. He is one of the main villains of season 4.
*Xiao Li- Xiao Feng’s mother and the mayor of Sina. Originally a schoolteacher, her kidnapping, rape and exile by Drag-a-Long Coyote warped her personality and turned her into a cold, cruel person, unable to love even her own daughter. She is one of the main antagonists in season 5, and the main focus of the third movie.
*Angel- An aging Golden Retriever who works with the House of Ancients’ secret sect, the Kingskeepers, and who has her sights set on recruiting Dum-Dum to be one of its members. Her name is an oxymoron, for she is a cruel, manipulative person who has no qualms of breaking her victims by any means necessary. She is one of the chief protagonists in season 5, and is eventually killed by Dum-Dum when she forces his hand and has him seemingly kill Touché.
*Tabitha Turtle- Touché Turtle’s grandmother, Xiao Li’s second, and the secret leader of a maniacal group known as the Kingslayers, a group of glorified murderers that were known for regicide. Similar to Dum-Dum’s grandfather, Dirk, she has a fanatical devotion to her horrible lineage and is determined to revive it, even using her own son and grandson to do it. She is able to change up personalities on a whim, ranging from a sweet, harmless old lady, to a cold, unfeeling killer, to a believable victim—which is exactly how she got her own son exiled. As she feels that Xiao Li is “unfit for rule”, she seeks out her grandson, now the most powerful hero-for-hire in the world, to make him do her bidding. She is one of the chief antagonists in season 5.
*Xavier Jones- The owner of Jones Enterprises, and Alfonso Falconeri Jr.’s direct competitor. On the outside, he acts the part of a charming, suave gentlemen, but he is a morally bankrupt, sexist, racist rabbit who uses force to get what he wants—which is made abundantly clear when he goes after Roxanne. He is the main antagonist of seasons 6 & 7, and is killed by Ricochet in the middle of the arc.
===Guest Stars===
*Quick Draw McGraw-The self-proclaimed 'fastest-shootinest cowboy in all the West', and Ricochet's friendly rival and most consistent ally. Though a bit of a lumbering oaf, his tenacity and earnestness makes him a great ally and a formidable foe. He makes occasional guest appearances throughout the series before finally taking center stage in seasons 3 and 4 in order to help Punkin’ Puss, and eventually Ricochet, stop Red Scorpion. He also has his own miniseries, Blazin’ Trails: Red Scorpion’s Sting, which details his life before he became marshal. 
*Baba Looey- Quick Draw's loyal and friendly sidekick. Though known to quip at and even insult Quick Draw’s intentions (and intelligence), one couldn’t ask for a more loyal friend. Similar Quick Draw's relationship with Ricochet, Baba Looey is good friends with Droop-a-Long. He appears with Quick Draw in both seasons 3 &4.
*Punkin' Puss and Mushmouse -A cat and mouse pair hailing from the Ozarks, locked in an everlasting and often destructive feud. Oddly enough, both of them are good friends with Ricochet and Droop-a-Long. They made occasional guest appearances throughout the first two seasons before getting proper screen time in seasons 3 through 5, with Punkin’ Puss taking a larger role in the third. 
*Touché Turtle and Dum-Dum- A pair of heroes for hire who travel around the country saving people in distress. Personality-wise, they couldn’t be more different: Touché is more professional with a hidden shy side and a hotheaded streak, Dum-Dum is sleepy, is prone to worry and often wears his heart on his sleeve. One thing that is known about them, though, is that they are brothers in all but blood. On paper, Ricochet and Touché are professional rivals, but they actually have a good friendship, which leads to Touché helping Ricochet and his friends on occasion. They make occasional guest appearances in season 2, and both characters would have their own plot lines and appearances in seasons 3 through 5.
*Edith Lièvre- Touché Turtle’s second closest confidant next to Dum-Dum. She serves as the headmistress of the Heroes’ Society, an organization for heroes for hire founded by her late father and Touché’s mentor, Sebastian Lièvre. As one of the older women in the series, she’s often known to be motherly and wise, but can put a fox to shame with her cunning and conniving ways, and like most lagomorphs of her day, has a naughty sense of humor. She loves to tease Touché, whom she has a crush on. Along with the terrapin, she appears a few times in seasons 2 and 5.
*Catalina Gutierrez- A hero for hire in the same agency as Touché and Dum-Dum, she is a member of the elite Feline Paladins within that same agency. She is quick with a wit and quicker with a sword, but often keeps a lot of her feelings to herself—her feelings for a certain sheepdog being one of them. Growing up as an orphan, her main goal in life is to find out about her family and why she was abandoned. Unlike Touché and Dum-Dum, she makes a few appearances in season 4 in a guest role.
*Clarissa Trottingham- The daughter of a general store owner, a headstrong mare who is Quick Draw’s ally and second deputy. Described as a spitfire, she’s well-known around Texas for her physical strength, which she’s very proud of and won’t hesitate to use to protect others. Similar to Edith’s relationship with Touché, she and Quick Draw are stuck in a perpetual “flirtationship”, as the latter is still shy about his feelings.
*Huckleberry Hound- The sheriff of Two-Bit, California, who hailed from North Carolina and came westward in search of land. Eternally easygoing and friendly to a fault, he became sheriff completely on accident, but nevertheless took his job seriously, eventually coming into contact with the fearsome Dalton Gang. He later retires to marry Desert Flower, a Yellow Fur, and recommends Droop-a-Long for the role of sheriff. He appears in season 3, and makes occasional guest appearances throughout the series.
*Desert Flower- A member of the Yellow Fur tribe of coonhounds that settled in California. When her family is taken captive by the fearsome Dalton Gang, she goes against the chief’s wishes and heads further upwards in search of help, eventually coming into the small settlement of Two-Bit. Compassionate and kindhearted, but also possessing a feisty streak, she quickly wins the support of the town citizens—and the heart of its sheriff, Huckleberry Hound. She along with Huck appears in season 3.
*Yogi Bear - One of Huckleberry Hound’s oldest friends, a brown bear with a larger than life attitude and an appetite to match. Similar to Huck, he ends up in Two-Bit by accident, and planned on leaving the town to return to Jellystone, only for the Dalton Gang to impede that plan. He appears in season 3, and makes occasional cameos throughout the series. 
*Hokey Wolf and Ding-a-Ling- A father-son pair of brown wolves who unwittingly serve as the mayor and second of the settlement of Two-Bit, respectively. A former conman who cheated his way into the position, Hokey is described as being able to charm the pants off of a beggar, though his mouth gets him into more trouble than not. His son, Ding-a-Ling, often tries to emulate him, but is simply too nice to do so, much to his father’s chagrin. Hokey initially hired Huck to keep from fighting the Daltons himself, but didn’t take the case seriously until the Daltons attack Ding-a-Ling and Yogi and leave them for dead. He and Ding both appear in seasons three and four. 
=== Posthumous Characters ===
NOTE: All characters listed here appear in either supplemental materials, or in cameos/flashbacks of the main story. All characters are listed here in order of the year of their death. 
* Ezekiel Newcomb
*Olivier Coyote- Droop-a-Long Coyote’s great-grandfather and the patriarch of the Coyote family. Born into the animal trade, Olivier grew up never knowing his family, only a life of hardship. He didn’t even have a name for years until one of his owners, a Louisiana native (revealed to be Lady Toussaint’s great-grandmother), gave him a name. After spending six months under an abusive master, he escaped, only to nearly end up in an equally worse situation with another group of purchasers. In his attempt to escape, they beat him to within an inch of his life, and his life would have ended if an older buck hadn’t stumbled upon the scene. In a time where friendships between rabbits and coyotes were outright banned, Olivier and said buck—Ricochet I—became an inseparable pair, with Ricochet referring to him as his brother in all but blood. Olivier served as Ricochet’s senior deputy until he was murdered by Abraham Newcomb, the then-leader of Red Scorpion, in front of Ricochet, and Olivier’s wife Janice. Though his best friend avenged him, his death would have profound effect on him, and until his dying day regarded his murder as the greatest failure in his career. He was survived by his wife Janice, his son, Leroy, and the older Ricochet’s memory, though much of his history, sadly, was erased by several racist people in Bucktooth Creek who didn’t want people to know the truth.
*Abraham Newcomb 
*Sebastian Lièvre- Edith’s father and Touché’s mentor, who is widely regarded as the most powerful hero-for-hire in the world, and was able to go toe-to-toe with Ricochet Rabbit I. Though a bit of a showman, his character and pursuit of justice were seen as the template of “the modern hero”. He was murdered by his former apprentice, and was avenged by Touché a year later. He makes a few cameos in season 5 and 6, and appeared in Blazin’ Trails: Terror of the Rio Grande.
*Reese Rabbit
* Ricochet Rabbit I- Ricochet Rabbit’s great-grandfather and the patriarch of the Rabbit family. Credited with starting the family tradition of upholding law and order, Ricochet rejected his father’s request to become a doctor and pursued a life of justice. Known as a compassionate, yet forthright wild card, his exploits and adventures led to him receiving many nicknames, including his personal favorite, “Terror of the Rio Grande”. He passed away peacefully in his sleep, and was survived by numerous members of his family, including his grandson, Ricochet Rabbit II. He makes a few cameos throughout the series, has two major appearances in The Life and Times of Ricochet Rabbit, and is the main character in the miniseries Blazin’ Trails: Terror of the Rio Grande. 
* Ricochet Rabbit II-Ricochet Rabbit’s grandfather, and son of Ricochet Rabbit I. Equally famous as his father, Ricochet II, nicknamed “Rico” by his closest friends, was a bit more serious than his carefree father, but possessed a shrewd nature that could put the most wily coyote to shame. When the rest of his siblings moved across the country, Rico stayed with his father and would serve as his senior deputy when his father’s senior deputy, Olivier, was murdered by Red Scorpion. He passed away two years after his father did after a long illness, and was survived by his children. He makes a few cameos throughout the series, and makes three major appearances in The Life and Times of Ricochet Rabbit. He also appears in Terror of the Rio Grande.
* Rose Rabbit-One of Ricochet’s older sisters, and Ricochet III’s pride and joy. A gentle woman who wouldn’t hurt a fly, she doted heavily on her younger siblings, namely Ricochet, who adored her. Her life had barely begun when she was shot by a gunman who was robbing the bank. In her last moments, she gave birth to a daughter, Mireya, who carries on the legacy she started. She was avenged by Ricochet months after her murder, and her death shaped both his outlook on crime and his protectiveness towards his loved ones. Debuting in Powerful Friendship, Iron Bond, she would make a few cameos in the series, and make a few appearances in the miniseries The Life and Times of Ricochet Rabbit. 
* Isaiah Edwards- Rose’s husband and one of the prominent members of the Edwards family. He met the lovely Rose during a bout of scarlet fever that nearly killed him, and the latter managed to save his life. He fell deeply in love with her, and though he and his brother Jason briefly competed for her love, he would emerge victorious and they would marry a short while later. Rose’s murder would send him into a deep depression, and he eventually gave his daughter, Mireya, to her grandparents, as she reminded him of his lost life. He was found dead in his home about three years later, with a gunshot wound to the head. His death was initially ruled a suicide, but years later, Ricochet would reopen the case when clues pointed at foul play. He makes a few appearances in The Life and Times of Ricochet Rabbit. 
*Isaac Newcomb 
*Solomon Newcomb 
== Development==
As stated on the original page, the shorts were originally unconnected, but the releases of the chapters Taking the Bullet, Driven to the Edge, It's Alright, Mr. Ricochet, and the Protector arc, all of which connected to each other and take place within a certain period, changed that. As more chapters were added, additional characters, story ideas and timeline info were provided by iheartgod175's good friend, Vulaan Kulaas, a fellow fanfiction writer. Because of the story's growth, Iheartgod175 attempted to break up the lore into "seasons" so as to properly introduce the original characters she and Vulaan Kulaas have created, with the larger arcs (such as the Sina, Saint Belle Isle arc) being made into "movies", and three miniseries detailing both Ricochet's and Droop-a-Long's families and relationships. If Likin' You Is Wrong is Wrong and Other Stories focuses on Droop-a-Long and Denise's romance, while The Life and Times miniseries each focus on Droop-a-Long and Ricochet before they met. However, it turned out to be too much work, so the decision was made to finish the original series and then do a soft reboot of the series: keeping many of the same elements and themes while adding new characters and plot lines. Vulaan Kulaas came up with the name “Redux” during its creation. In later edits made to the page, Iheartgod175 gave the series the title Blazin’ Trails: The Real Adventures, as both a joke and an homage to series such as Jonny Quest: The Real Adventures, which not only ages the characters but also takes a serious tone while honoring the original. 
Key inspirations to the darker, realistic tone of the series were both research on Western history/Civil War history, and classic Western shows such as Gunsmoke and Bonanza, and a few Western movies such as El Dorado. The inspiration for most of the racial/speciest parts of the series was inspired by racial relations during that time period (as well as the Civil Rights Movement), as well as the fact that many of Hanna-Barbera's duos happen to be different species, yet have a good friendship regardless (a reference to the good business partnership that Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera shared). The Protector arc in particular was inspired by the documentary Freedom Summer, which profiled the real life event of the same name that was part of the Civil Rights movement. Elijah James, a character exclusive to Redux, is inspired by the “Exodusters” who escaped the Reconstruction South and moved out West, reflecting this time period. The topics of slavery is touched on within the series, namely in the form of the animal trades, which, just like slavery, had real traumatizing effects on its victims. 
Major themes in the series include family, friendship, and redemption. Ricochet and Droop-a-Long aside, many characters who were former outlaws were saved by other characters and given a second chance, eventually repenting for their crimes and starting new lives.
The original story had no vision outside of being an outlet for the author’s love of Ricochet Rabbit, which proved to be a problem when attempting to incorporate more elements into the original. Redux differs heavily from its predecessor in this area, as now there is a clear vision for this story. Iheartgod175 aims to create a story that gives Ricochet Rabbit and Droop-a-Long the proper treatment they deserve, as the original cartoon is seen as the “B-western” to Quick Draw McGraw, as well as highlighting and giving both little known characters in the Hanna-Barbera canon and both authors’ original characters proper focus, plots and development. 
Certain shorts will get facelifts (such as the original Breaker of Barriers, the Protector arc and the original Taking the Bullet), but most of the content from the earlier days will be unchanged. Redux follows a more linear storyline, with fewer “slice-of-life” moments in between than in the original series. Slice-of-life won’t be done away altogether, however, for fan favorite shorts such as “Sugar Junkie” and Firsts will reappear. Droop-a-Long's departure, which was the highlight of the original series, is still featured here. Another note distinguishing this from the original is Vulaan Kulaas’ involvement in the series’ plot, with many of her characters also taking center stage and plots being focused on them. 
Another change that is noticeable in Redux is the importance of its guest cast. Quick Draw McGraw and Baba Looey were touted to be important guest stars, but they were relegated to guest appearances in only two of the shorts. Punkin’ Puss, Mushmouse, and Touché Turtle, who were also slated to appear, never did in the original series. The author decided to rectify this by giving each guest star their own story arc, rather than having short appearances that have nothing to do with the story, as was intended in the original series. Quick Draw McGraw was originally meant to be one of the main leaders of the Red Scorpion case, which is highlighted in both his miniseries and his appearances in Redux. The creation of Nadia and the inclusion of Susie McStomp sees Punkin’ and Mushmouse given importance, with several plot beats lifted from Iheartgod175’s Temporary Truce universe. Touché Turtle and Dum-Dum, who originally were going to be antagonists in their guest appearance, were retooled to be both foils ad professional rivals to Ricochet and Droop-a-Long, with several plot beats lifted from iheartgod175’s “For Love and Glory” series—and specific elements from its remake, For Love and Glory Relance. Lastly, Huckleberry Hound, who was originally making Hitchcock-like cameos in the first run, has been elevated to guest star status, with much of his story being lifted from his portrayal in The Ghost of Huckleberry Hound (albeit minus his murder at the hands of the Daltons). Yogi Bear also makes a few appearances and has a role in season three, as does Hokey Wolf, who serves as an opposing force in season three and becomes a begrudging ally in season 4. 
==Media==
The series is slated to have 7 “seasons” with a total of 95 “episodes” or chapters. The release date was originally slated for August 14th, 2023, but was pushed back due to the original series still running. The new release date is slated for October 14th, 2023, and will be cross-posted to both AO3 and Fanfiction.net. 
The first “movie”, titled Saint Angel’s Serenade, takes place at the end of season 1 and follows James meeting Kiara as they attempt to keep the Sanchez family (who disowned their daughter) from destroying a poor town’s way of life, as well as finding clues that will lead James to his mother and his father’s killer. The release date has yet to be announced. 
The second “movie”, titled The Kid with No Name, takes place in the middle of season two and focuses on Ricochet and Droop-a-Long rescuing Lucky, as well as dealing with a new breed of outlaw. The release date has yet to be announced.
The third movie, titled Chronicles of Saint Sina Belle Isle, takes place shortly after the end of the fifth season, and is the only one to not feature Ricochet and Droop-a-Long in the main roles. Rather, it focuses on Xiao Feng, James and Kiara as they venture to the mysterious St. Sina Belle Isle, where Xiao Feng’s mother was last seen. The release date has yet to be announced. 
As the series is a “soft reboot”, its connecting miniseries will not be erased from the canon. The first of the lot, If Likin’ You Is Wrong and Other Stories, was released on February 14th, 2016. Its second chapter has yet to be posted. 
The Life and Times series, one focusing on Ricochet and one focusing on Droop-a-Long, are set to begin shortly after the completion of the original Blazin’ Trails series, starting with Droop-a-Long’s (following the series canon, Droop-a-Long is two years older than Ricochet). The release dates for either series have yet to be announced.
A companion series, known as Blazin’ Trails Alter, is also in the works, and mostly focuses on alternative scenarios for the characters in the series (ie. Ricochet’s life as an outlaw, Droop-a-Long becoming a sheriff instead, both Denise and Serena becoming outlaws together, etc.). This is going to be posted around the same time as Redux, and will serve as an “idea yard” so it does not affect the main story.
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