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The story begins with John plummeting to the surface of an alien planet. The landscape is grotesque and surreal; the planet is oddly shaped and gravity varies enormously across its surface. Almost immediately, John becomes aware of the strange passage of time—a force field surrounding the crash site accelerates aging, making John feel the effects acutely. His intention to just survive the crash morphs into a frantic quest to escape this unforgiving environment.
As John navigates his new reality, he finds Mac, his loyal pet dog, who had accompanied him on this perilous journey. The bond between John and Mac becomes a vital source of comfort, both serving as each other’s anchor amid the chaos of their situation.