((It was a fine update. And not just because I have a sapient immortal xactoknife weilding six-limbed, dog-sized rat companion, a baseball bat, a sweatshirt, tank top, sweatpants, crosstrainers, socks, ball cap, water bottle (empty), hiking backpack, and kinetic battery flashlight (that okay? I figure the backpack might be a stretch, and feel free to veto anythng.) Also bcause it's just a really interesting world and a good little group. Kudos to the Gm and to the players!))
On the way, after finding the sporting goods store, Ox approaches the others with an armful of gear.
"hey guys! take one of these water bottles each! And one of these ball caps. Keep the sun out of your eyes! This is the best! oh, and look, miss!" Here, he pulls a bright orange, very fuzzy, cartoonish plush toy with a big snout, floppy ears, wide eyes, a tank top and sport shorts. "It's Guzzy! I don't know if you were a fan of Basketball, but Guzzy was the Dreighton Dastards' mascot. He's so squishy!" Ox gives Guzzy a hug, and hands it to Annis. Ox looks excitedly at the group, stroking ratCarl to let him know he hasn't been replaced by a stuffed animal in Ox' heart.
Once at the lab, Ox is careful not to disturb anything in the very sciency mess. He doesn't want to upset the professor by disturbing his unusual order. But he does look around, somewhat approving of the safety, but still out of his comfort zone. Ox should be out in the air, or in front of an audience. All this cramped hiding is stressful.