Animal of the Day - Vampire Moth

A substitute teacher from neighboring Horror's Hollow, Garth had little faith in the whole "democracy" craze. All that mattered was the strength of the blood was and the brightness of the flame. Also, perhaps an extension of teacher's union health benefits to subs, so that he could finally get that wing mended.

Oh, and maybe some dental coverage so that he could get his sucker stem shortened. Its weight made flying around somewhat unpleasant.

Animal of the Day - Greenshank Sandpiper

Julius normally didn't vote, and found that he couldn't really muster the effort to care much about this election. Maybe he was just depressed. The horn-horse seemed nice enough, though.

Animal of the Day - Syrian Hamster

Like so many, Yusuf was given a lot to think about at the debates. On the one hand, Gertie had done a decent job appealing to Yusuf's desire to not be killed. Godwin made a strong point about adding vegetarian fare to the cafeteria, though he had not addressed the controversial "wood chip" issue. The scary fish had said scary fish things, and then some cow with horns talked, but Yusuf mostly slept through that.

But the unicorn was most impressive of all. It had a natural charm, and it instinctively gained Yusuf's trust. Now THERE was a leader!

Friday Mythical Creature of the Day - Unicorn

Splendiferous bounded onto the stage and entranced the audience! Such sheen! Such horn! Golden eyes and silver hooves and a musk of honey! Who would vote for anyone else? Who could? Without even saying a word Splendiferous had won the hearts and minds of the voters.

And that was just was Splendiferous wanted. It was all falling into place...

Animal of the Day - African Buffalo

As Manfred took the stage, he did not exhibit the flash and presence of some of his competitors. He did not make outlandish promises. He did not have a catchphrase. Most shockingly, he did not sprinkle the voters with saccharine nothings to make them feel good about themselves.

What he promised was honesty, fairness, and hard work. It was for this reason that he would lose badly.

Animal of the Day - Monkfish

Yar-Shuggoth was not from Hell like so many in the school believed, but rather was from a warm place under the sea. And while he looked terrifying, he had many important policy issues that he would bring to the fore in his Presidency.

Hath not a monkfish scary teeth, asked Yar-Shuggoth. Catch him in your net, do you not toss him back into the sea? If he bites you, do you not contract a rare strain of hepatitus?

For certain, he did not do himself any favors with his speech.

(Photo Credit: Alexander Mayrhofer)

Animal of the Day - Cassowary

Gertie spoke next. Her primary campaign promise was that, if she won, she would not run amuck through the hallways of the school while clawing and scratching at everyone she encountered. It was a strong platform, and many were convinced.