In the heart of a bustling city, Kiba and Ena Snowpaw, two wolf brothers, wrestle with life's relentless challenges. Following the tragic loss of their parents, the siblings must navigate through adversity and hardship. With Kiba (Fang) working as a security guard and young Ena (Gift from God) navigating his way through school, their lives are far from ordinary. Under the care and mentorship of their father's friend Kitsune, a majestic white fox, they learn the true meaning of resilience.
Kiba, the elder brother, fiercely protects Ena, ensuring his safety while combating his own internal struggles. Despite their losses, Kiba's unwavering commitment to their happiness keeps them bound together. They live in a modest apartment, a symbol of Kiba's hard work and determination. Their unconventional lifestyle, marked by working nights and studying days, becomes their new norm.
Join them on their heartfelt journey as they explore the realms of sorrow and joy, adversity and triumph. Through all the ups and downs, they discover the unyielding power of family bonds and the indomitable spirit of brotherhood. Every day is an adventure, each night a battle against the odds. Amidst the challenges, their love for each other is their strongest armor and greatest comfort.
This is more than a story about survival. It's a testament to their courage and a tribute to their unbreakable bond. Come along and witness how they turn their journey of hardship into a beautiful dance of life.
Geoff and Naomi are dead, and they're depressed, but when Geoff's cat Bernie dies as well, they embark on a wild journey to find it in the underworld.
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When Geoff dies, alongside his girlfriend Naomi, they end up sharing an apartment in the Underworld as skeletons. But after a few years, Geoff starts suffering a mid-death crisis. What's the purpose of going through the motions as a skeleton if you can't really live? Then he gets word that his cat, Bernie, just died and he can collect him and bring him home! Geoff and Naomi hurry to get Bernie only to discover that, due to a clerical error, their cat has been lost. With the hunt for Bernie giving new purpose to Geoff's un-life, he and Naomi begin a quest to get back their cat. Battling skeleton pirates, climbing the sky ladder and facing off against the villain who took Bernie, Geoff is determined to find his purpose - or die a second time trying!
[[2018 Wattys Winner - The Originals]]
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