The Doodle Sphere

*"Man, this is the place I spend most of my hours.* -Ink!Sans

Art by Jael Penaloza

## What is the Doodle Sphere

The Doodle Sphere serves as Ink's personal multiverse and homeworld within the expansive Undertale Multiverse. This vibrant and colorful realm acts as Ink's hub, where he meticulously monitors various AUs and collects paint from each of them to maintain the creative balance across the multiverse.

Within the Doodle Sphere, the landscape is adorned with big floating doors, each representing a distinct AU. These doors function as portals, allowing characters from the respective AUs to traverse between realms. Additionally, large floating rocks provide platforms for AU characters to stand on as they navigate the Doodle Sphere.

Conceptually, the Doodle Sphere operates akin to a website. The multiverse's core code is likened to HTML, forming the foundational structure, while the Doodle Sphere functions as the CSS, bringing vibrancy and aesthetic coherence to the multiverse. This analogy suggests that each AU within the Undertale Multiverse is akin to a webpage, collectively contributing to the intricate and interconnected codebase that defines the entirety of this diverse and expansive multiverse.

## Discovery/Existence

The inception of the Doodle Sphere and the Changeverse marked a transformative event in the Undertale Multiverse. Originally, there was only a void, devoid of structure or definition. However, the creation of the Doodle Sphere and the Changeverse emerged from a pivotal conflict between two powerful entities—Ink and Error.

The void bore witness to a clash between Ink and Error, their forces colliding in a monumental struggle. The aftermath of this intense battle brought about the birth of the Doodle Sphere and the Changeverse. The vibrant and colorful Doodle Sphere materialized as Ink's personal multiverse and homeworld, a space where he would monitor AUs and collect paint to maintain creative balance.

## The Layers of the Doodle Sphere

### The Main Floor

The primary layer of the Doodle Sphere is the bustling hub where the majority of AUs reside. This is the central space where Ink, the caretaker of the multiverse, monitors and interacts with the myriad AUs. The Main Floor is a vibrant and dynamic realm, filled with the diversity of AUs, their characters, and the creative energy that defines the multiverse.

### The Dark Aus

In stark contrast to the lively Main Floor, the Dark AUs constitute a separate layer dedicated to AUs that have faced destruction and show no signs of restoration. These Dark AUs exist in a state of bleakness and abandonment, their stories halted, and their characters left in a perpetual state of despair. The Dark AUs serve as a somber reminder of the consequences and challenges that can unfold within the Undertale Multiverse.

## Inhabitants

### Ink

As the primary caretaker of the Doodle Sphere, Ink takes center stage in this colorful realm. With a role akin to a cosmic artist, Ink spends the majority of his time creating, monitoring, and maintaining the delicate balance of AUs. His presence is foundational to the existence of the Doodle Sphere, ensuring the continuity and creativity of the multiverse.

### AU Characters

The Doodle Sphere serves as a meeting ground for characters from various AUs. These characters may choose to interact with Ink, seeking guidance or simply engaging in conversations. Alternatively, they may use the Doodle Sphere as a hub to travel between AUs, exploring the diverse narratives and realities that make up the Undertale Multiverse.