Marissa Moon – NO DRAMA – 2024

"ECLIPSE" Part 1 chronicles Ori Moon's chaotic journey in the burgeoning cyberpunk metropolis of Chicago, where the 20-year-old ninja student is driven by a singular mission: to avenge her parents' death. The narrative unfolds with a gripping flashback of Ori's childhood trauma, recounting the ambush orchestrated by the notorious gang boss Shino and his Japanese Mafia cohort, KAZA. Despite her father Aiko Moon's formidable reputation as the feared assassin "Echo," Ori's family is tragically overpowered, leaving her to narrowly escape the flames with the timely intervention of her uncle Hirohito. Fuelled by a deep-seated desire for revenge, Ori adopts a stoic and detached demeanor, yet harbors a witty, sarcastic edge, isolating herself from affection and companionship.

As Ori immerses herself in relentless training under her uncle's guidance at Hiro's Dojo, Hiro discerns the encroaching darkness within her, urging her to confront her inner turmoil and seek peace and forgiveness. Meanwhile, Ori's battle-ready persona is shadowed by a mysterious dark aura, serving as her moral compass during confrontations and moments of emotional release. Amidst present-day events, Ori's bond with Hiro deepens, revealing the tragic legacy of the Moon family's bloodshed and the burdensome curse believed to haunt their descendants.

In her pursuit of justice, Ori encounters echoes of her past when she confronts Shino's partner at her father's former haunt, embarking on a thrilling motorcycle chase through the city's streets. Employing relentless determination and ruthless tactics, Ori extracts vital information about KAZA's hideout before vanishing into the night, leaving audiences captivated and eagerly anticipating her next move in her relentless quest for vengeance and the annihilation of KAZA.