Quirrel (film)

Quirrel is an animated film by ThatIsAPirate, taking place in the same universe as Blood Wasp, Vessel of Blood, and more. It features the adventures of a curious bug known as Quirrel, and his travels before his venture into Hallownest.

Timeline
Quirrel takes place long before Blood Wasp and Vessel of Blood. The exact era is unknown, but it is presumably before the fall of Hallownest.

Story
The film begins a long time ago, with a training scene with Quirrel in the kingdom of Hallownest. He fights against Royefin, a large club-wielding guardian sent to protect Fog Canyon, as well as his best friend. They are interrupted by their master, Monomon the Teacher. Monomon requests to see Quirrel, who then visits the Teacher’s Archives. Quirrel is told of an issue occurring within the kingdom: a large plague from a mysterious being has been growing, overpowering and controlling insects, as well as possessing dead corpses and turning them into mindless husks. To keep the Infection at bay, the ruling figure of Hallownest, known as the Pale King, has called for three strong insects willing to sacrifice their bodies to keep a seal on the Infection. Monomon knew it was her duty to protect the kingdom. Aware of the Infection, Monomon now sends Quirrel away to keep her apprentice safe. Even though it’s against his will, Quirrel knows of his destiny, and what he must do to protect not only his friends, but the entire kingdom. Before departure, he says goodbye to Monomon, Royefin, and his other friends. He is given one last trinket: Monomon’s mask. He then moves up to the town of Dirtmouth, taking a stag from the Queen's Station. He exits through the King’s Pass, a large bridge leading out of Hallownest, and eventually makes it out to the vast world.

Following the flashback dream, Quirrel awakens in his bed in a small hut. He speaks with Conch, the mayor of Windtown, where Quirrel currently lives. There has been a recent food shortage, with reports of a large beast eating up the crops of the village’s farm. Quirrel goes to investigate the farm, where he speaks with the owner of the farm, Montag. Quirrel moves forward, outside the town, to investigate.