'Hermit' is an evocative and sober story about the realities of survival and the paradox of living. The art and music do wonders to convey both the beauty of nature and the haunting isolation one feels when it's a fight for the right to live. While the story is short, the impact is significant. One part coming of age, one part man vs nature, this story portrays a young cat man as he grapples with having to kill to survive, and how he tries to maintain his spirit as he does so. If have a few minutes to spare, take the time to read this lovely short story and enjoy the lovely paintings.