The Savage Woods; Pilot

*Karian chops wood. It's getting harder everyday, the trees are disappearing, but no-one dares go in....*

*The Savage Woods...*

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*...because of the rumors of a dangerous creature lurking within. Karian's family depends on him to provide firewood for the winter, but he can feel his fear and hesitation as he ventures deeper into the dwindling forest. Yet he knows he must continue to chop wood, for his family's survival depends on it. Karian takes a deep breath and tightens his grip on the axe, determined to face whatever dangers may lie within the Savage Woods. He will not let fear control him, for he is a strong and capable man, and he will do whatever it takes to protect his loved ones. With each swing of the axe, Karian feels a sense of determination and bravery wash over him, and he knows that he will not rest until his family has enough wood to keep him warm throughout the harsh winter.*

*Karian walks into the Woods, tense and fearful*

As Karian walks deeper into the Savage Woods, he can feel the air becoming thick and heavy. The trees seem to close in on him, and the shadows cast by the fading sunlight make it difficult to see. But he presses on, determined to fulfill his duty as the provider for his family.

As he chops wood, Karian can't shake off the feeling that he's being watched. Every rustle of leaves or snap of a twig makes his heart skip a beat. But he knows he must push through for his family's sake.

*Just as he's about to finish chopping the last tree, he hears a low growl coming from behind him. Karian's heart races as he turns around to face the source of the sound. In front* *of him stands a massive, fearsome creature with sharp claws and glowing red eyes. It's the creature that everyone warned him about—the one that supposedly devoured anyone who dared enter the Savage Woods.*

*But Karian stands his ground, refusing to let fear take over. He raises his axe, ready to defend himself, when suddenly the creature speaks.*

*"I mean you no harm, woodcutter," it says in a deep, rumbling voice. "I have been watching you, and I can see the determination in your heart. You have shown bravery by entering these woods, and for that, I respect you."*

*Karian is taken aback by the creature's words. He had expected a fierce battle, but instead, he finds himself having a conversation with the very creature that he was warned about.*

*The creature introduces itself as the protector of the Savage Woods and explains that it has been watching over the trees, making sure they are not overharvested. It also offers to help Karian gather enough wood for his family for the winter.*

*Grateful for the unexpected help, Karian and the creature work together to gather the remaining wood. As they part ways, the creature warns Karian to be mindful of the forest and its inhabitants and to never take more than what is needed.*

*Karian emerges from the Savage Woods with a newfound respect for nature and its protectors. He returns to his family with enough wood to last them through the winter, but he also carries with him a story of bravery and unlikely friendship. From that day on, Karian never feared the Savage Woods again, for he knew that within its depths lay not only danger but also unexpected allies.*