Anime Thursday: The Boy and the Heron

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In the quiet marshlands at the edge of Big’s hometown, a mysterious red heron appears - rare, regal, and strangely unafraid of people. When Big, a gentle giant of a kid with a knack for noticing things others overlook, stumbles upon the bird, he senses it’s more than just a visitor. The heron seems to be guiding him, drawing him deeper into the wild reeds where secrets have long been buried beneath still water.

As unusual changes ripple through the marsh - vanishing fish, shifting tides, and whispers of an old legend - Big realizes the red heron may be calling on him for help. To protect the fragile habitat he loves, Big must uncover the truth behind the bird’s arrival, confront forces threatening the wetlands, and discover his own quiet strength in the process.