Phase IV: The Unveiling of the Beings by Ana Santiso

The Seekers have returned, their long and arduous journeys complete. From the furthest reaches of the earth and spirit realms, they’ve brought back tales of awe-inspiring creatures that embody the essence of Awakening of the First Light. These beings, hidden in myth and legend, have now been chosen to shape the narrative of Season 8.
But the journey is far from over. Now begins a new phase — a transformation of myth into art, where these mythical creatures will be brought to life through the visionary hands of our creator, Ana Santiso. The time has come for Phase IV: The Unveiling.

The Artist’s Journey Begins
Ana Santiso stands at the threshold of her own journey, where myth, imagination, and artistry intertwine. Her task: to breathe life into these beings, capturing their essence in vivid, eternal form. With brush in hand, Ana embarks on this creative adventure, drawing on her deep connection to myth and her extraordinary talent to give shape to the five chosen beings.

Each stroke will be guided by the creatures’ histories and powers, with their stories unfolding through her art. Ana’s journey is not just about capturing their appearance, but about invoking their spirit, their symbolism, and their deeper meanings for our community.

The Chosen Beings
As Ana’s work begins, the five chosen beings stand poised to be reborn in her paintings:

• Yhi, the radiant Sun Goddess of the Australian Outback, will be painted in all her glory as the bringer of light and life, her golden rays piercing through the darkness to spark the cycle of renewal.
• Rollibock, the shaggy alpine creature from the Swiss mountains, awaits his moment, embodying the thaw of winter and the awakening of new life as the snow melts and the first buds bloom.
• Simurgh, the wise and majestic bird of Persian myth, will spread her wings, symbolizing the rediscovery of ancient knowledge and the healing power of rebirth.
• Hah-nu-nah, the Water Guardian, will emerge from the canvas in a shimmering display of life, weaving rivers and breathing new vitality into dry lands.
• Olapa, the graceful Moon Goddess of Kenya, will take her place in the night sky, her cycles representing the passage of time, renewal, and the rhythm of life itself.

An Unexpected Twist

But Ana’s journey comes with an unexpected honor: she has been granted the power to choose one additional being to complete the cast of Season 8. This final creature, one that may have slipped past the Seeker’s initial gaze, will be chosen by Ana herself — a mystery yet to be unveiled.
This surprise addition will not only complete the roster of mythical beings but will also provide an additional layer to the story of Awakening of the First Light. Ana’s unique choice will reflect her own deep understanding of myth, her creative intuition, and her ability to see beyond what is visible.

A Moment of Anticipation

As we await the unveiling of Ana’s creations, we stand at the crossroads of myth and reality. The beings that once lived in whispers and shadows are now stepping into the light, guided by the hands of a master artist. Their rebirth on canvas marks the culmination of a long journey — a journey that began with the Seekers and will now be immortalized in art.
Stay tuned, for Phase IV will soon bring these beings to life, revealing their true forms and the deeper stories they hold. And as Ana prepares to unveil her final surprise, we are reminded once more that in the world of myth, there is always more than meets the eye.

Season 8: Awakening of the First Light is about to enter its most breathtaking chapter.