Main Characters

Glimmer the Fennec Fox

Personality: Glimmer is curious, adventurous, and always ready to explore the mysteries of Gummy Falls and the surrounding glen. Her large, expressive ears and quick movements make her a natural leader among her friends.

Role: As the “explorer” of the group, Glimmer is the first to dive into a mystery, often finding clues to help outsmart Mr. Sour’s tricks. Her inquisitive spirit is balanced by a growing sense of responsibility.

 

Pip the Hedgehog

Personality: Pip is sweet-natured, a bit shy, and sometimes fearful of the unknown. His small size and spiky exterior symbolize his timid but resilient heart, and he often turns to the Book of Wisdom for courage.

Role: Pip serves as the moral compass of the group, always reminding his friends to stay true to their values. When he feels afraid, the wisdom of Elder Oakleaf helps him find bravery in his faith.

 

Dazzle the Chipmunk

Personality: Dazzle is high-energy, adventurous, and always eager to try something new. She has a playful side and can sometimes be impulsive, which can lead to trouble—but also to important lessons.

Role: As the most spirited of the group, Dazzle often stirs up excitement and brings laughter. Her curiosity and boundless energy sometimes make her susceptible to Mr. Sour’s temptations, but her friends help guide her back.

 

Elder Oakleaf the Owl

Personality: Wise, calm, and compassionate, Elder Oakleaf resides within the magical Book of Wisdom. He sees it as his duty to guide the young ones with ancient teachings from his book-home.

Role: Elder Oakleaf is the guardian of Gummy Falls’ secrets and the clan’s spiritual guide. He watches over the clan with gentle wisdom, offering insight whenever they face challenges. His advice often foils Mr. Sour’s schemes, revealing lessons from the book’s wisdom.

 

Mr. Sour the Candy Wizard (Raccoon)

Personality: Mr. Sour is sneaky, ambitious, and just a little eccentric, with a knack for cooking up magical candy recipes. He is driven by his desire to collect rare and mythical ingredients—like the essence of Gummy Falls—to enhance his enchanted candy shop.

Role: As a candy wizard, Mr. Sour constantly tries to lure the animals away from Gummy Falls to extract its magical “gummy essence” for his candy shop. He creates clever schemes, using magical distractions and false promises, to tempt the clan and get closer to the falls. His mischievous raccoon nature means he’s always coming up with tricky new ideas but ultimately learns valuable lessons when his plans are thwarted.

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Episode Synopses

 

“The Golden Glitter”
Mr. Sour enchants some leaves with golden sparkles, claiming they’ll lead to the “Golden Glitter”—a powerful candy ingredient. Glimmer and her friends feel tempted to leave Gummy Glen, but Elder Oakleaf shares a lesson about true treasures, helping them see the beauty around them rather than chasing illusions.

“The Big Leap”
Dazzle is dared to dive off a high ledge for a “special gummy.” Mr. Sour magically enhances the cliff to look like a “Spring of Super Gummies.” Elder Oakleaf teaches Dazzle about humility and safety, saving her from a fall.

“The Case of the Missing Gummies”
Gummy treats mysteriously disappear, and Mr. Sour blames each of the friends to create division. The friends learn about trust and honesty, uncovering that Mr. Sour was behind the trick and finding strength in unity.

“The Path Not Taken”
Pip is lured by Mr. Sour into a maze of candy illusions, a “shortcut” to hidden gummies. Guided by Elder Oakleaf’s lesson about sticking to the righteous path, Pip finds his way back, discovering courage in his own decisions.

“A Thorn in the Paw”
Glimmer becomes upset with Mr. Sour and vows to ignore him. Elder Oakleaf shares the importance of forgiveness, which helps Glimmer make peace and even avoid falling into a gummy trap Mr. Sour had set.

“The Great Gummy Caper”
Mr. Sour, disguised as an explorer, claims Gummy Falls is part of his “ancient candy kingdom.” With a lesson from Elder Oakleaf on courage, the friends stand up to Mr. Sour’s false claims and protect their home.

“The Sweetest Sound”
Dazzle’s loud, enthusiastic music scares away the glen’s creatures. Elder Oakleaf teaches her about gentleness and balance, helping Dazzle play in harmony, and soon the animals return.

“The Festival of Lights”
During a festival celebrating Gummy Falls, Mr. Sour tries to get close to the falls by pretending to help. Elder Oakleaf’s lesson on generosity leads the clan to invite Mr. Sour in kindness, planting a seed of goodness in his heart—though he’s still eager to try again.

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Four Similar Shows (With Approximate Budgets)

 

The Lion Guard (Disney)

 

• • Format: 3D animated adventure with animal characters, exploring themes of friendship, courage, and nature.

• • Budget: ~$350,000 per 22-minute episode.

Octonauts (Netflix)

 

• • Format: 3D animated children’s series with animal characters, nature themes, and adventure.

• • Budget: ~$400,000 per 22-minute episode.

Superbook (CBN)

 

• • Format: 3D animated children’s series with Christian messages.

• • Budget: ~$300,000 per 22-minute episode.

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse (Disney)

 

• • Format: 3D animated, uses interactivity to teach lessons in problem-solving.

• • Budget: ~$350,000 per 22-minute episode.

 

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Estimated 2D Animation Budget for Gummy Falls Guardians

Per Episode Budget: ~$150,000 – $250,000

Total Season Budget (8 episodes): ~$1.2 million – $2 million

 

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Detailed Cost Breakdown Per 22-Minute Episode

 

Pre-Production

 

• • Story Development & Scriptwriting: $10,000 – $15,000

• • Character Design & Concept Art: $5,000 – $10,000

• • Storyboard & Animatic: $10,000 – $15,000
    Subtotal: $25,000 – $40,000

Voice Acting

 

• • Voice Talent (including main cast and guest characters): $10,000 – $20,000
    Subtotal: $10,000 – $20,000

Animation Production

 

• • Character Animation: $50,000 – $80,000 (Higher end if using dynamic, expressive 2D animation with a magical setting)

• • Background Art & Layouts: $15,000 – $25,000

• • Special Effects Animation (for magic effects and Candy Wizard spells): $10,000 – $15,000
    Subtotal: $75,000 – $120,000

Post-Production

 

• • Editing, Sound Design & Mixing: $10,000 – $15,000

• • Original Music Composition & Score: $5,000 – $10,000
    Subtotal: $15,000 – $25,000

Miscellaneous & Overhead Costs

 

• • Production Management & Supervision: $10,000 – $20,000

• • Quality Control & Revisions: $5,000 – $10,000

• • Marketing & Distribution (per episode): $5,000
    Subtotal: $20,000 – $35,000

 

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Total Per Episode Cost: $150,000 – $250,000

Season Cost (8 Episodes): ~$1.2 million – $2 million

 

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Budget Notes

 

• • Outsourcing Animation: Many productions outsource 2D animation to reduce costs, especially if the show requires detailed effects or dynamic animations.

• • Using Limited Animation: A more straightforward animation style, similar to shows like Bluey or Peppa Pig, could reduce the budget by simplifying character movement and backgrounds.

• • Potential Savings with Reusable Assets: Given the recurring magical settings and characters, reusing and repurposing background art, props, and effects could further bring down costs.

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