What is considered pretty? What is deemed ugly? Scott Westerfeld thoughtfully questions a number of modern conventions in his gripping trilogy series, addressing aspects such as mob mentality and the complexities of body modification. The Uglies series serves as a profound social critique of freedom of choice, the extent of governmental control, and the unsettling standards of beauty that society imposes on individuals. Young adults are the intended audience for the Uglies series, and they represent a demographic that is particularly vulnerable to a certain risk: the powerful influence of peer pressure. The series ultimately investigates what it means to be human at an instinctual level and even ventures into the challenging realm of transhumanism, which is intriguingly beyond the conventional scope of humanity. Iris, a humanoid personal character of mine, serves as the central figure in this design series, adding depth and relatability to the narrative.