Because of the introduction of the A-BC, it was generally considered a good idea to introduce them to Claw Coliseum and their facilities. Not only was it a good thing to learn about, there were also some amusing things.
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"It's about time, Jack." said Dr. Jones as Jack ran up to the tour looking rather winded. "What took you so long?"
"I just had to deal with members of my new Fiancée's family." panted Jack. "It's not that they don't approve of my marrying Mary, it's just... the way they act, it's like being back in the lab."
While some were confused about it, Dr. Jones more than understood. "Ah, of course. The crazy in-law trope from many modern romantic comedies."
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"...And this is where you can pick your own outfit for working out." said the Claw Coliseum Guide to the Five Elements and Project White Lily. While the Five Elements squeal/roared/etc. as they went over to the swim outfit section and began comparing outfits, both to match fur/scales and preference, Esteban was held back before he made his choice.
"Congratulations on accepting the contract." said the Guide.
"No problem," replied Esteban, "Gatorade's new product tastes great, and keeps me going just as long as their original product."
"That's probably why Gatorade is going to record their commercial at the Animalia Summer Events." replied the Guide.
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"It's not enough just to build your musculature," said Anton as he lead the group to their first 'posing lesson', "It's also about showcasing."
Larry was about to make a standard snarky comment when he and the others took in the new posing practice classroom. While it was only half the size of the Octagon, but it was still large, and all of the walls seemed to be a single mirror.
"We had to update this room for the Dinotopians." explained Anton to the gob smacked group. "Also, Buford and Aleta, Marlysa and I will be showing you some tricks for the couples competition."
"Couples?!" said Amos, surprised, "What's that?"
"It's where a pair of Animalians, usually a bondmate pair, compete together in a routine. It's not only about strength and flexibility, but also trust. You got to trust your partner to do their part without telling them, and they're also trusting you not to drop them if you lift them above your head."
"I never thought about that." said Buford, who was holding Aleta's hand.
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Meanwhile there was a discussion between the official organizers for the Animalia Summer Events and the first members of Project Hermaphroditus.
"But why won't you let us compete this year?" asked Goldenrod.
"You're still getting used to your new bodies, right?" asked the official.
"Yeah, so?" asked Akia.
"You have noticed that your use of the weights in Claw Coliseum have left you rather 'hot and bothered', so to speak?" continued the official.
"Right...?" replied Kicheko, a little uncertain.
"We've been trying to keep such 'indecency' to a minimum." finished the official, "For example, if any of the female Animalians on the sports teams here has a wardrobe malfunction, there is an automatic ref's time out so they can get re-covered."