Part of the intrigue of the world of Square Enix’s NieR: Automata is discovering mechanical creatures that show behavior that isn't quite as mindless and automated as one might expect. You might find yourself having a similar, but more heartwarming experience of that mystery when you look at these charming pictures by photographer and NieR fan @TkmemoCom. With the help of model designer @CBJimHeart and the fitting setting (and felines) of creative space and studio PAP (@minopap5461), he was able to capture these awesome shots of a seemingly defunct NieR: Automata machine caring for some playful cats!

The foresty space around the photo studio (used often for cosplay shoots) seems to double as a playground for the studio's curious cats, who take interest in all the props cosplayers and photographers bring with them. In this case, they seem to have found their very own mechanical guardian, who is more than happy to watch over them.

If you want to see some great NieR cosplay, be sure to check out both @TkmemoCom and @CBJimHeart on Twitter.