The Book of Knowing is an animated series I am currently working on. The story follows the life of Moza, the queen of the field mice from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz . Her palace and subjects reside in Gillikin Country. Their lives are disrupted by a pumpkin man on a speeding sawhorse.
Our story begins in the Northern mountain terrain of the Gillikin Country in the magical land of Oz, a region renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and whimsical creatures. Just due North of the illustrious Emerald City, where vibrant colors and enchanting sights abound, a young boy, no more than 12 or 13, stands with eager anticipation. He is preparing to animate a sawhorse, an extraordinary endeavor that fuels the imagination and sparks curiosity. His intention is simple yet noble: to make his friends’ travels a safer and more enjoyable experience. Driven by excitement and a tinge of recklessness, he taps into the depths of magic with the powder of life and successfully brings the sawhorse to life. However, in his fervor, he momentarily loses sight of his friend and the newly animated horse. The moment seems surreal, and the chilling sound of his friend Jack’s voice echoes through the air, calling out “Woah” like the howling of the wind, a plea that fills the boy with a mix of exhilaration and dread as he realizes the consequences of his ambitious act.
In the fields of Gillikin Country is an eco system most people wouldn’t know existed, a hidden realm teeming with life and creativity. The mice of the Northern country are not just ordinary creatures; they are a remarkable group of builders and artisans whose intricate creations are scattered all over the mousedom, each one a testament to their ingenuity and craftsmanship. However, this peaceful existence is suddenly threatened as they are faced with a cataclysmic event that shakes their very foundations. They have ominously named it “The Hurricane of Woah,” a storm that brings with it not just fierce winds but a sense of impending doom. First comes the howling winds of Woah, which roar through the landscape like a wild beast, and suddenly the earth beneath is rumbling with an unsettling ferocity. Before you know it, the world around you is crumbling, as homes and dreams turn to ruins, leaving nothing but swirling dust and echoes of what once was, forcing the brave mice to confront the reality of survival in the aftermath of such a devastating force of nature.