“With his favorite treat in hand, this little adventurer always charges forward with everything he’s got”

He wears an acorn-shaped cap passed down from his late grandfather and spends his days racing through the woods on small quests. The green gem set into the shield on his back is said, by village legend, to bring good luck to whoever carries it—making it his most trusted companion. But his favorite part of any adventure is the reward waiting at the end: a freshly made three-color dango from the village sweet shop. Today, having just grabbed his favorite treat, he’s sprinting home before the shop closes for the night, kicking up clouds of dust with every step.