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After saying goodbye to his friends, Joel steps out into the sunlight for the first time in seven years, embarking on his perilous trek. His initial encounters with the mutated creatures—like a giant frog and a terrifying ant—underline his vulnerability and the terrifying reality of the world he now inhabits. However, it is during these moments that he meets a loyal dog, whom he names "Boy." The bond between Joel and Boy becomes central to both their survival and the film’s emotional trajectory.