Interstellar diplomacy can be fraught with unknown perils. But meeting common interests with the locals and breaking the ice with a friendly ambassador can help shine a light on those dark pitfalls!

Oldie stream comm for Misha of FurAffinity done some time ago on the late Tigerdile stream service. This is actually the precursor to this image, where you can see diplomacy actually went over well.  If the squirrel locals just happen to be very tiny, then you want your most upbeat and chipper ambassador there to convey the best intentions!

That's one big, friendly ottaur!