[ Zelda brightens at his compliment, any remaining awkwardness fading from her expression. She can't help but be delighted any time someone compliments her scholarly endeavors. Even though she's a princess, she genuinely loves research and she's always happiest whenever she gets to indulge in it.

She steps a bit closer when Turo presents his notebook and leans in to get a good look at his illustrations. How exceptional! To be able to capture their surroundings and these strange creatures so accurately on paper-- he must be an artist.

Zelda nods along with him. ] Very odd! I can confidently say I have never seen anything quite like them. Usually, a small creature's appearance is intended to deter or disguise it from predators, but these seem rather like they would have the opposite effect.

[ Tbh if it wasn't for the eyes, that would be a really appetizing sandwich... ]