Somali and the Forest Spirit

In a world ruled by monsters, a golem takes a human child on a journey in search of her own kind. In a city, the people express surprise at seeing a golem leave its forest, and a curious Somali strays from Golem's side.

When Somali gets injured, the dwarf oni doctor Shizuno invites them back to his house for treatment. Golem asks Shizuno to teach him how to make medicine to use on their journey going forward.

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.

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.

In Winecup Village, Golem and Somali meet Uzoi and Haitora, who are on a journey to cure Haitora's illness. Uzoi, believing that Somali's blood can cure Haitora, invites the travelers to join them on their desert crossing.

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.

After finishing their desert crossing, Golem and Somali head to the witches' village. After learning of a book about humans called "The Story of Haraiso" in the witches' library, they work with the librarian, Hazel, to find the book.

Somali and Golem seek out Isolde, the head librarian, to learn more about the ruined book. Isolde tells them the story of her ancestor, Feodora, and her first encounter with humans ages before.

On their way to the outer reaches of the world, Somali and Golem take shelter in a treehouse. Somali finds a list of recipes, and asks Golem for a handmade treat. After dinner, some old friends happen by...

Yabashira and Golem take work at a local inn while Shizuno and Somali hole up in a cottage on the edge of town. Somali wants to make a present for Golem, but can't figure out what to make.

Somali finishes her fita band with Auntie Rosa's help, and exchanges presents with Golem. But that night, hunters attack...

Golem goes berserk against the hunters, and even attacks Yabashira in his fury. Somali, believing in the bond they share, attempts to stop him.