2/ Dog was inspired by the late great Bruce, a very good boy. Cat's design was inspired by Spirit, a salty old feline. Note the little ear notch.

3/ The burning tree in this panel was drawn to resemble a human ribcage

4/ My uncle is a fire chief, and 53 is his number.

5/ The colour scheme was very intentional, with the palette going from mostly cool blues to warm oranges by the end, like a steadily growing like a wildfire.

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