This animated short tells the story of a rebellious princess who secretly sneaks out each night to meet a mysterious druid—known as the “beast”—hidden deep in the woods. With each visit, she gifts the druid a golden apple, symbolizing a forbidden bond between two misunderstood souls. But when her knight discovers the truth, he confronts the beast in a moment that leaves their fate unknown.

 

Created using After Effects, this piece combines Canva-sourced visual assets with original hand-drawn artwork, including the beast’s character design and human elements like hands.

 

The animation blends fantasy with emotional storytelling, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and fear of the unknown.