Captain Barnacles
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    While on a solo Gup-A mission, a crash left Captain Barnacles with a concussion and bloody nose, stranded on a crab-infested island. The frightened crabs initially scattered. After twenty minutes, a curious little crab approached the seemingly harmless, disoriented Captain. The crab decided to help him.

    Initially calm, the Captain's pain escalated as his adrenaline wore off. A polar bear's incredibly sensitive nose made his concussion unbearable. Confused and in agony, he thrashed and cried, worrying the watching crabs.

    Hearing of a stranded, hurt creature, the stressed Octonauts reluctantly let Peso go. His worry for the Captain warred with his duty to the injured bird. Rounding a corner, he was shocked to find the bloodied Captain collapsed.

    Recognizing potential facial damage, Peso cautiously approached. Overwhelmed by pain, the Captain unexpectedly shoved him away. Peso realized the immense pain the sensitive polar bear nose was causing. The Captain's subsequent distress underscored the severity of his condition.

    Relieved the Captain was found but worried by the news of his injury, Kwazii rushed to the island. Ignoring Peso's warnings to give the Captain space, Kwazii approached, offering comfort. Surprisingly, he calmed the distressed Captain, reminding him of practiced techniques. Next came the numbing solution, and Kwazii hoped the Captain would remain calm enough for him to help.