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Additional Models and Textures

Nikki (2021, August 2). Intersex-inclusive pride flag [image used for texture]. Wikipedia. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Intersex-inclusive_pride_flag.svg

ThisIsntAPerson. (n.d.). The Muppets [3D model collection]. Sketchfab. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://sketchfab.com/ThisIsntAPerson/collections/the-muppets-f20ea54e945d457883ce7ce5223436d7