Tom Tykwer – Cloud Atlas

Story
The Hare and the Rabbit... The River of Promises
In the Acholi savanna, as the sun dipped toward the horizon and the shadows lengthened like the fingers of ancestors, the hare and the rabbit reached the bank of a wide, turbulent river.

The water roared like a chorus of spirits, and within it lurked crocodiles waiting for the unwary.

The Challenge
• The hare, cunning and confident, said:

“Brother rabbit, this river is no stronger than my wit.”

• The rabbit, with a naive look, replied:

“If you can cross it, so can I. Life can’t be that complicated.”

The Trap of Cunning
The hare called to the crocodiles and said:

“Kings of the river, the great chief wants to know how many of you there are. Form a bridge so he can count you.”

The crocodiles, proud, lined up like living stones. The hare leaped onto its back, counting one by one, until it reached the other bank. There, laughing, it cried out:

"It wasn't a count, it was my path to freedom!"

The Rabbit's Fate
The rabbit, eager to imitate, repeated the hare's words. But his voice lacked conviction, and the crocodiles, already fooled, were not deceived.

The rabbit was trapped in the middle of the river, and only thanks to his humble plea was he freed:

"I don't seek to mock you, only to learn. If you let me live, I will sing of your greatness."

The crocodiles, moved by his sincerity, let him go.

The Moral
The hare crossed through cunning, the rabbit survived through humility.
The Acholi people remember that intelligence opens paths, but sincerity saves hearts.
Both animals, with their virtues and flaws, teach that there is no single way to face life... some triumph with ingenuity, others with honesty.

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Sonic Universe III

The Hare and the Rabbit

Story
Bernardo del Carpio is a legendary hero of the Spanish Middle Ages, born of the forbidden love between an Asturian princess and a Castilian nobleman. His life is intertwined with betrayals, epic battles, and a tireless quest for his father's freedom.
Forbidden Origins and Upbringing at Court
Bernardo was born in the castle of Saldaña, the fruit of a secret relationship between Jimena, sister of King Alfonso II the Chaste of Asturias, and Sancho Díaz de Saldaña, a powerful count. Upon discovering the affair, the king ordered Sancho imprisoned in the castle of Luna and Jimena confined to a convent. Bernardo was raised at court as the king's son, unaware of the truth about his parents.
Invincible Knight and Bold Strategist
Trained as a knight, Bernardo stood out for his strength, courage, and mastery of the arts of war. He became the leader of the king's personal guard, but upon discovering his father's fate, his loyalty turned to defiance. He demanded the release of Sancho Díaz, but Alfonso II refused. Thus began Bernard's struggle, facing impossible tasks and formidable enemies to win the monarch's favor.
The Battle of Roncesvalles: Glory and Myth
The most famous legend places him at the Battle of Roncesvalles (778), where he commanded an army of Basques and soldiers from the Emirate of Córdoba to confront Charlemagne's troops. There, according to the romances, Bernard defeated the Twelve Peers of France and killed the legendary Roland, seizing his sword Durandarte. This feat established him as a symbol of Spanish resistance against Frankish power.
Tragic Destiny and Eternal Legacy
Despite his victories, Bernard never managed to free his father, who died in prison. The hero, marked by tragedy, retired from the world of war. His tomb was visited by Charles I in 1522 in Aguilar de Campoo, and his figure inspired works of the Golden Age, romances, and even literary projects by Cervantes.

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