008 Springsgrow Chapter 1: A Tale of Bygone Years

Nestled gently beneath the boughs of ancient oaks, so small that it is often overlooked on most maps depicting the vast forest of Elderwood, lies the tiny squirrel village of Springsgrow. Most would find it a quiet and pleasant place to live out one’s years. Most would be content to do exactly that. But for a young squirrel named Chester Brushwood, the idea of living a life of such tranquil predictableness is a terrifying prospect. After all, with a world as vast and mysterious as Elderwood before his paws, how can a creature ignore the chance at such wondrous adventures that are so sure to be had? There must be some evil to root out, some voracious dragon waiting to be slain, some distant land in need of a hero to take up a legendary sword and shield? To be a hero. Yes..... But what does it truly mean to be a hero?

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