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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This is an illustration of two anthropomorphized walruses engaged in a duel with pistols at what appears to be a beach setting. The walrus in the foreground is standing upright, wearing glasses and has its mouth open as if it's shouting or barking commands. It's facing a classic dueling pistol that's mounted on some sort of mechanical contraption with buttons and levers, suggesting that the weapon can be fired remotely or automatically. To the side of this device lies a set of additional pistol barrels, indicating that multiple rounds may be planned for this duel. In the background, another walrus stands similarly upright but seems more relaxed or resigned to its fate; it holds up one flipper while balancing an empty glass bottle on top of its head—a traditional target for shooting practice which here takes on a grimly humorous aspect given the context. The scene combines elements of historical dueling culture with surreal humor by placing these typically aquatic mammals into roles traditionally occupied by humans. The use of machinery instead of human participation to handle the pistols adds another layer to this bizarre scenario, perhaps commenting on detachment from violence or mechanization in conflict resolution.
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