Jo Tanaka — Supervising Animation Director
Episodes 7
The Sea at the Bottom of the Cave
In order to earn travel funds, Golem gets a job working for Kokilila in Anthole City. As Somali watches him at work, she begins to fear he's trying to end their journey as soon as possible. Kokilia's son, Kikila, then leads her into an underground world to cheer Somali up.
Read MoreThe Wishing Flower and the Promise Request
With Kikila and Muthrica's help, Somali finds a flower that will grant wishes. But Golem scolds her for coming home late, and tells her they may not be able to travel together anymore. The psychological trauma collides with Somali's building exhaustion from the journey, and causes her to collapse.
Read MoreThe Wandering Birds
When Golem and Somali need to travel across a large desert, two bird travelers, Uzoi and Haitora, offer them free transport. But these travelers harbor secrets, and they could possibly be a danger to Somali.
Read MoreDying Flowers Look Up at the Birds
Hoping to cure Haitora's illness, Uzoi attacks Somali, but realizes she can't bring herself to hurt her. That night, Haitora reveals an important secret to Golem... which Uzoi happens to overhear.
Read MoreMemories of Minor Days
Somali and Golem stay for the night at an empty lodge when it starts raining. The two spend time baking together when Somali finds a cookbook. During the night, two friends appear before them.
Read MoreThe Infant Child and the Green Boulder
Golem recalls back to the time he first met Somali in his forest. Later, when Golem and Yabashira begin their jobs as bodyguards, Somali and Shizuno do arts and crafts when Somali decides she wants to make a gift for Golem.
Read MoreThose Who Protect and Those Who Threaten
Somali finishes her fita band with Auntie Rosa's help, and exchanges presents with Golem. But that night, hunters attack...
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