Heroes

Heroes are small shape characters who were created by the Tree of Life to serve and protect the inhabitants of Paradise from forces of evil, such as the Pink Corruption Virus. They are taken care of by assigned caretakers (Pyrare, Iris, Pentellow, and Cube), typically those whose heads resemble the heroes’ shapes.

## **Relationships**

Once a caretaker adopts a hero into their life, the hero is considered to “belong” to said caretaker. They will float around them idly and listen in to conversations, if they’re not fast asleep in a caretaker’s arms. Heroes will fight if they are instructed to, or if they see a shape in imminent danger. After fighting, they will come right back to their caretaker, sometimes even snuggling up to them. Some heroes can instead defend by making shields around the ones they must protect. Even after someone stops giving everyone a scare, the heroes will stare them down angrily until they know for sure they aren’t a threat.

It is implied that a hero's personality is based on the personality and actions of their caretaker. However, there is an exception in the case of Gold, whose personality does not align closely with Pyrare's. On the other hand, the personalities of the other heroes, Tsavorite, Orange, and Cyan, do seem to correlate with their respective caretakers. Tsavorite is energetic and optimistic around everyone he meets like Pentellow, while Orange remains calm and composed like Iris, and Cyan's politeness likely stems from his caretaker, Cube, who emphasizes good manners around strangers. Additionally, their speed sound effect seems to resemble that of their caretaker, except with a higher pitch.

## **Powers and Abilities**

All heroes possess a similar certain move set, some powers being the same as others, while some don't such as Cyan's unique ability to detect powerful corrupted shapes through a waking nightmare.

Some common abilities such as:

* **Telekinesis -** The heroes can levitate and move objects and living beings with their mind.
* **Laser Beams/Purification -** The heroes can shoot out beams of light at their foes to attack or purify the pink corruption.
* **Flight/Dash -** The heroes can fly in the air at a burst of speed, to travel very quickly. This ability also can have a special sound that increases in pitch if used in their first form.
* **Force Fields -** The heroes can create barriers that can block objects or absorb damage from the Pink Corruption.
* **Mega Blast -** The heroes can use a super powerful laser blast that can kill any shape or monster, like Dub. This can only be unlocked if a hero is in their gold form.

## **Evolution**

Heroes can be evolved/matured by using a special evolution piece from the Tree of Life, however, they can be evolved only by a piece that has a specific color. Heroes also have a hidden gold form, which includes a giant spike and bright glowing.

## **Needs**

Similar to ordinary shapes, heroes require periods of rest to replenish their energy levels. When their caretakers are asleep, heroes also succumb to slumber. They possess a preference for cozy and plush surfaces such as pillows and soft clothing, offering them a sense of comfort. Furthermore, heroes possess an innate ability to awaken promptly upon sensing potential danger. It is noteworthy that heroes can enter a state of unconsciousness if they sustain injuries, as exemplified by Cyan's experience after unintentionally colliding his head with a wall in Episode 1. Similarly, they may also enter this state while recuperating from a substantial release of energy. A deleted scene from Episode 3 provides glimpses of their exhaustion, with Cyan visibly yawning, Tsavorite's eyes drooping, Orange barely able to keep his eyes open, and Gold's fiery temperament seemingly pacified, all foreshadowing their need for rejuvenating slumber, ultimately finding a peaceful rest atop Cube's head.

The necessity for heroes to consume food or drinks remains unknown, as their specific dietary requirements are not fully understood. However, in the Pancake Flip short, a subtle indication suggests that heroes might indeed experience hunger. During this episode, Cube inquired of Cyan's appetite, teasingly questioning whether he possessed the capacity to devour an entire pancake, alluding to Cyan's sizable form, as Cube vigorously whipped the batter.

## **Trivia**

* The heroes are the size of an adult hand.
* The former creator, Brittany Robinson confirmed that all of the heroes are siblings to each other.
	+ But, this seems to come off illogical because Gold, Orange, Tsavorite, and Cyan were all born in their own distinct tree of life and not all in one tree specifically. However, in Episode 9, Cyanide popped out of Cyan's tree while corrupted. Therefore, technically speaking, she can be considered Cyan's sister due to being born on the same tree.