This is a summary of the journey of Aliouros (later known as Onyx), a black alley cat who transitions from a life of survival on the streets to becoming a pivotal figure in the world of the Greek gods. The Prologue: Curiosity and the Underworld The story begins with the classic proverb: "Curiosity kills the cat." Aliouros, a stray black cat, finds himself trespassing in the Underworld. He is quickly cornered by Hades, the God of the Dead, who is wearing the terrifying Helm of Darkness. Though Aliouros attempts to flee, Hades captures him, beginning a complex relationship between a mortal animal and the King of the Dead. The Trap: The Pomegranate Seed Initially held as a prisoner/curiosity, Aliouros (renamed Onyx by the gods) discovers the "rules" of the Underworld. In a moment of hunger and dizziness, he eats seeds from a pomegranate. This mirrors the myth of Persephone, legally binding Onyx to the Underworld for a portion of the year. He finds a sympathetic ally in Persephone, who cares for him and protects him from Hades’ grumpier moods. The Mortal Grief: Rusty’s Death Onyx’s past life collides with the divine when he encounters the soul of his best friend, Rusty, at the foot of Hades' throne. Rusty died in the mortal world due to a "dare" Onyx had given him, leading to a gang of "well-fed strays" killing him. This infuses the story with deep emotional weight and guilt, as Onyx realizes that life in the "Golden Alley" (the safe side of the street) has been shattered by the "Red Alley" gang. The Negotiator: The Solstice Deal Onyx’s intelligence catches the attention of Zeus, Apollo, and Hermes. They see the cat as a way to bridge the gap between Olympus and the Underworld. A deal is struck for the Winter Solstice: Persephone can return to the surface to see her mother, Demeter, but Onyx must accompany her. During this time, Onyx becomes a "Secret Agent" for the gods, carrying messages and secrets hidden in his fur. The Divine Duel: Making a God Bleed The climax of the story occurs when Ares, the God of War, challenges Onyx’s worth to prove he is stronger than Hades. Despite the overwhelming odds, Onyx uses the "strategy" taught to him by Athena. He uses Ares’ own momentum and brute strength against him, successfully leaping up and drawing Ichor (divine blood) from Ares’ neck. This act is unheard of for a mortal and fulfills a prophecy from Athena that a "single drop of blood" would change everything. The Shift: The Heart of the Underworld Following the fight, the story reaches Chapter 30, where the relationship between Hades and Onyx fundamentally changes. Hades shifts from a cold captor to a protective guardian. When a wounded Onyx returns to the Underworld after the Ares fight, Hades erupts in a "storm of shadows" to protect him from a nervous Hermes and an angry Olympus. Onyx, in turn, shows his loyalty by "claiming" Hades as his own, rubbing against the god's legs to calm his divine rage. Conclusion: The Legend of the Stray The book concludes with Onyx recovering in the Underworld garden. He reflects on his journey: he is no longer just an alley cat, but a "God-Bleeder" and a bridge between worlds. He has softened the heart of the God of the Dead and secured a place for himself and Persephone among the stars and the shadows.
Working on scrip lol Rules No shaming if you don't get the part, I may allow beginners, depends if you can pace the part and not delay others' parts. If I don't respond within 5 days, it's a polite no. How to get in Name/Part you want/ How active you are/ Ability to draw cats and people(Spesifcally gods, exe- Hades, apollo, Zeus, hermes.)/2-3 animation examples/ codeword(Found at the bottom of credits.) (Onyx's eyes are NOT accurate, just a quick drawing.) codeword; Wonderwall.
