Carmel is the embodiment of "low battery." She isn't necessarily tired; she just views life at a different frame rate than everyone else. If the world is a race, Carmel is still at the starting line, wondering if she remembered to turn off her space-heater. The Snail's Pace: She moves with a deliberate, sluggish grace. She doesn't "walk" so much as she drifts. If you ask her to hurry, she'll look at you with genuine confusion—why rush when the floor is perfectly comfortable right here? Soft-Spoken & Monotone: Her voice is a quiet, sleepy mumble. She often trails off mid-sentence because she forgot what she was talking about, or she simply decided the thought wasn't worth the energy to finish. Comfort Connoisseur: Carmel is an expert in textures. Her oversized sweater isn't just fashion; it's a portable security blanket. She likely carries "emergency snacks" in her pockets so she doesn't have to walk all the way to the kitchen. Amiable but Detached: She is incredibly easy to get along with because she lacks the energy to hold a grudge. She's the perfect person to sit in "comfortable silence" with for three hours. Habits & Quirks Selective Hearing: She hears everything, but she only responds to things that sound interesting or involve food. Nap Spots: She can fall asleep anywhere. You might find her curled up in a sunny patch of the floor or leaning against a wall like she's part of the architecture. Heavy Lids: Her eyes are almost always half-closed. When she actually opens them wide, it's a sign that something truly shocking has happened (like someone dropping a cookie). Carmel has a soft, earthy design that perfectly mirrors her mellow, snail-like nature. Her color palette is dominated by warm "caramel" browns, muted tans, and pops of amber and orange. Snail Attributes: She is a hybrid character with a large, swirling brown snail shell attached to her back. She has normal legs that serve as her primary means of movement. Sensory Stalks: 4 antennae-like stalks sprout from her head—two longer ones on top and two shorter ones near her jawline. These end in soft, rounded bulbs that look almost like little pom-poms. The Eyes: Her eyes are striking, featuring black sclera with bright orange, heart-shaped pupils. She usually wears a drowsy, half-lidded expression that reinforces her lazy personality.