Feature Request: Buddy/Companion upgrade & redraw system

Summary

The current buddy/companion system is a delightful feature, but it would be even more engaging with an upgrade (evolve) and redraw (gacha/reroll) system.

Proposed Features

1. Upgrade / Evolve

• Allow buddies to level up or evolve over time (e.g., based on usage, sessions completed, or milestones)
• Visual changes as the buddy grows (new appearance, animations, or expressions)
• A sense of progression that rewards long-term users

2. Redraw / Gacha

• Option to redraw or reroll for a different companion
• A collection system where users can unlock and switch between multiple buddies
• Possibly rare or themed companions (seasonal, achievement-based, etc.)

Why This Would Be Great

• Adds a fun, personal touch to the CLI experience
• Encourages continued engagement with Claude Code
• Makes the companion feature feel more alive and interactive rather than static

Current Behavior

• /buddy assigns a fixed companion (e.g., Gristle the mushroom)
• /buddy off mutes the companion
• No way to change, upgrade, or collect new companions

Would love to see this feature in a future update!