> “I feared my flaws would crack the mirror and reflect a truth I wasn’t ready to face, yet I remain a work in progress, striving quietly in my imperfections. I call upon the sleeping bear totem of the north of the northern clans to grant me strength and wisdom in my journey. ✴”
— Scene 8, *The Hero’s Stone* ⟁
_Batal Vol.1 · Ep.1 · Scene 8 – Barun · Unknown_
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📖 **Excerpt from the book:**
> Barun: Batal? What is that?
> Panum: One who overcomes tough challenges. I will give them my strength.
> Panum: Guard this seal. Until the true master arrives. This tree will save the world.
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