The moon has risen and the time of battle is nigh. It is time to hammer out the dents in your armor, to sharpen your weapons and collect the last of the healing herbs.

And what better way of making sure you're ready than a little prep challenge before dawn?

CHALLENGE DETAILS:
Graphic style: manipulation
Size: any
Object: animal

TASK DESCRIPTION: You are to make a manipulation of a creature made of at least two existing animals. One of the animals must be one of the bases below. You can include as many animals as you wish, but the base you choose must be recognisable in some way.

BASES:

Mouse
Snail/slug
Crab

DUE DATE: August 7th (with a possible two day extension, but only if asked for)

NOTE: this challenge is mandatory for the contestants, but if anyone else feels inspired, we would love to see your creation! good luck!
We'd love to critic your entry too.