Creative Notes:
This is a trailer of 1 of the 2 sketch animation styles in the film. This is comprised of in game footage. Enjoy!
The Mark of Kri
Set in a time when the measure of a man was the strength of his arm. A fantastic tale of a young warrior’s journey to save his sister from an army of darkness and an ancient curse. Little does he know that not only will he have to save his sister, but the entire world.
Synopsis:
The protagonist, Rau Utu, is a great warrior. Trained by his mentor and adopted father, Baumusu, he was taught stealth and extraordinary skill with the sword. He lives in a peaceful village with his sister, Tati Utu, and father. His village is attacked and burned to the ground, but not without many casualties on both sides. Tati is kidnapped. Rau and Baumusu are able to fight side by side one last time, but the battle takes its toll and Baumusu dies in Rau’s arms, but not until after he reveals the secret of his sister’s cursed birthmark and the evil sect that has kidnapped her.
After travelling many days and seeking guidance about the whereabouts of his sister and her kidnappers, Rau makes his way to her prison. After slaying many warriors Rau finally rescues his sister only to find out that they have more to do. Their uncle who they thought had died in battle has been held in prison for the last 10 years. They quickly venture off to rescue their uncle, Griz.
Eventually they do storm the prison, finding their uncle but this happy reunion is only short lived. Griz is killed as they try to escape. In his dying breath he tells them a bit about the cursed birthmarks and who is leading the army of darkness that seeks all 6 of the cursed birthmarks. Griz tells Rau and Tati to seek out an oracle that will direct them on what to do from there.
Rau and Tati seek out the oracle and reach after many struggles. The oracle tells Rau many things including what he must do to stop Maibisi, the evil sorcerer that leads the evil army. She sends Rau and Tati on 2 missions telling them to rescue a boy that holds one of the cursed birthmarks and then a magical spear that can be used to kill Maibisi.
The 2 heroes are forced to battle through an underground city and slay a set of twin dragons before they can finally save the boy, but they get the job done. The 3 then move on to find the sacred weapon, which is being held by cult of vicious killers. On their way to the hidden forest where the weapon is held the recently rescued boy, Ginjo, is kidnapped by ninjas from the dark army. After being distracted during the kidnapping Tati and Rau argue over what to do next. Tati wants to go after Ginjo, but Rau decides that they must retrieve the sacred weapon that the oracle spoke of.
Rau and Tati travel to the fortress of Maibisi, the base of operations of the evil army. The 2 are struggling with each other. Tati is still angry because of Rau’s decision to abandon Ginjo and her evil mark is poisoning her mind with anger and rage. Slowly her thirst for blood has been growing throughout their adventure. The 2 battle their way through a labyrinth of traps and guards, eventually stumbling upon an evil wizard that claims to be almost as strong a Maibisi. A magical battle ensues between Tati and the wizard until she finally brings him down.
Rau and Tati finally reach Maibisi. With Tati’s entrance he has finally brought all 6 marks together. He uses the 6 marks to open a doorway to the demon world and summons an evil spirit that plans to take over the world. The battle ensues and with a bit of good fortune and help from the oracle Rau and Tati finally slay the demon, rescuing the world from imminent destruction. Afterwards the 2 find Ginjo, weak, but still alive. The 3 escape the evil land and Rau goes down in history as a great hero of legend.
After travelling many days and seeking guidance about the whereabouts of his sister and her kidnappers, Rau makes his way to her prison. After slaying many warriors Rau finally rescues his sister only to find out that they have more to do. Their uncle who they thought had died in battle has been held in prison for the last 10 years. They quickly venture off to rescue their uncle, Griz.
Eventually they do storm the prison, finding their uncle but this happy reunion is only short lived. Griz is killed as they try to escape. In his dying breath he tells them a bit about the cursed birthmarks and who is leading the army of darkness that seeks all 6 of the cursed birthmarks. Griz tells Rau and Tati to seek out an oracle that will direct them on what to do from there.
Rau and Tati seek out the oracle and reach after many struggles. The oracle tells Rau many things including what he must do to stop Maibisi, the evil sorcerer that leads the evil army. She sends Rau and Tati on 2 missions telling them to rescue a boy that holds one of the cursed birthmarks and then a magical spear that can be used to kill Maibisi.
The 2 heroes are forced to battle through an underground city and slay a set of twin dragons before they can finally save the boy, but they get the job done. The 3 then move on to find the sacred weapon, which is being held by cult of vicious killers. On their way to the hidden forest where the weapon is held the recently rescued boy, Ginjo, is kidnapped by ninjas from the dark army. After being distracted during the kidnapping Tati and Rau argue over what to do next. Tati wants to go after Ginjo, but Rau decides that they must retrieve the sacred weapon that the oracle spoke of.
Rau and Tati travel to the fortress of Maibisi, the base of operations of the evil army. The 2 are struggling with each other. Tati is still angry because of Rau’s decision to abandon Ginjo and her evil mark is poisoning her mind with anger and rage. Slowly her thirst for blood has been growing throughout their adventure. The 2 battle their way through a labyrinth of traps and guards, eventually stumbling upon an evil wizard that claims to be almost as strong a Maibisi. A magical battle ensues between Tati and the wizard until she finally brings him down.
Rau and Tati finally reach Maibisi. With Tati’s entrance he has finally brought all 6 marks together. He uses the 6 marks to open a doorway to the demon world and summons an evil spirit that plans to take over the world. The battle ensues and with a bit of good fortune and help from the oracle Rau and Tati finally slay the demon, rescuing the world from imminent destruction. Afterwards the 2 find Ginjo, weak, but still alive. The 3 escape the evil land and Rau goes down in history as a great hero of legend.
Latest Work
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Trailer 3 - Sketch Animation Trailer 207/02/12
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Script 1 - Terrence's Original Draft07/02/12
Creative Notes:Second draft. Based on pre-existing material. Definitely a big budget action film with special effects & gruesome battles. This is based on a game franchise, but I have worked to keep it from being gimmicky, while still keeping the spirit of the games so that it can be enjoyed by fans and newcomers alike. Watch the videos, which are all in game footage to help you get a feel for the style.
All Work
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Trailer 2 - Sketch Animation Trailer 107/02/12
Creative Notes:This is a trailer of 1 of the 2 sketch animation styles in the film. This is comprised of in game footage. Enjoy!
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Trailer 107/02/12
Creative Notes:As stated throughout the project, this is a film based on an older video game franchise. This trailer is created from in game footage and should help give a feel for the style of the film and the roots of the story. You should also consider searching YouTube for for footage from the game.