MORU, Guardian of the Lost

A baby crawls toward an open door at sunset while the family is distracted inside.

A massive shadow blocks the moonlight. MORU, a misunderstood forest creature,

steps forward with glowing eyes. The baby drops their rattle and whimpers. MORU gently wraps

the child in a glowing leaf cloak and whispers, "I won't let the forest scare you." They walk through

glowing mushrooms and fireflies toward a dark cave covered in ancient drawings. Inside the den,

MORU places the baby on a stone bed. "They fear me, but I protect the

lost," MORU whispers sadly. Outside, the family's torchlight appears.

The baby reaches out. MORU turns toward the light. The screen freezes