An Italianized humanoid shark named ‘Pasqualo, ’ with a muscular body, gray shark- like skin, and sharp teeth, sits at a large wooden table on a seaside pier during sunset. He has black eyes, a prominent dorsal fin, and a friendly grin. Dressed in a rugged fisherman’s outfit, including a weathered wool sweater, rolled- up pants, and boots, Pasqualo blends seamlessly into the scene with his human fisherman friends. They laugh and chat around the table, their sun- baked skin and salt- worn clothes reflecting a life spent at sea. The table is covered with rustic Italian seafood dishes: grilled fish, steaming bowls of pasta, crusty bread, and wine bottles. Half- filled glasses suggest recent toasts, and plates are scattered in a laid- back, festive atmosphere. Overhead, warm string lights cast a golden glow on the gathering. In the background, a large wooden sign, slightly worn and hand- painted, reads ‘BUZZ 4 PASQUALO. ’ It’s mounted on a weathered post with a couple of seagulls perched on top. The sea behind them is calm, with fishing boats gently rocking in the harbor. The setting captures the authentic feel of an old Italian coastal town, with Pasqualo smiling and enjoying the meal with his closest friends, blending the fantastical with the familiar and realistic