> “I feared my decisions would lead my people into darkness, reflecting the insecurities within my heart. Yet I remain, unyielding in the face of doubt, knowing our survival depends on every choice I make. Totem of the sleeping bear of the northern clans, awaken and guide us through these trials. ✴”
— Scene 1, *The Hero’s Stone* ⟁
_Batal Vol.1 · Ep.1 · Scene 1 – Tribal Chief / Barun · Unknown_
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