Goliath

Goliath II is a miniature elephant who longs to impress his enormous father. His father is the largest elephant in the herd and pays him little attention because of his small size, while his mother offers warmth and encouragement. He dreams of earning his father's respect and proving that size isn't everything.

A curious tiger named Raja eyes Goliath and pounces as if he could catch a meal. Goliath's mother fiercely defends him and drives the tiger away, showing the herd that they will protect the vulnerable. The threat reminds Goliath of the danger in the jungle.

During the march, Eloise almost steps on the tiny elephant, narrowly avoiding a disastrous accident. The incident underscores how close Goliath is to danger because of his size. He feels the fragility of his position within the herd.

Goliath is nearly eaten by a crocodile while near a waterhole. His mother dives in and acts quickly to pull him to safety, demonstrating her unwavering protection. The scare reinforces the mother's role as his guardian.

Despite the herd's marching order, Goliath wanders off to chase two slow snails and loses the group. He quickly becomes lost, anxious, and alone in the jungle. The separation sets up the rescue that follows.

Goliath's mother and Raja search urgently for the lost calf and eventually locate him in a snail-filled hole. After a brief tug-of-war between his mother and Raja, Goliath is pulled to safety. The reunion reaffirms the dangers and loyalties within the herd.

To teach him a lesson, Goliath's mother scolds him for wandering off and places him in a bird's nest as a timeout. He laments being treated like a baby and begins to crave independence. The discipline marks a turning point in his attitude toward the herd.

Fed up with being treated as a baby, Goliath resolves to take care of himself and prove his capabilities. He believes he can survive on his own and dreams of earning his father's respect through self-reliance. The seed of rebellion roots in him.

That night, Goliath deserts the herd and runs away, determined never to return. He is terrified by the jungle noises and ends up wandering alone, unsure of what the future holds. This act commits him to a dangerous path of self-discovery.

While alone, Goliath is seized by Raja the tiger, who seems ready to carry him off. Goliath cries out for his mother, who arrives in the nick of time and forces Raja to release him. Raja is then driven into the crocodile's mouth and never seen again.

The next day, a tiny mouse panics the elephant herd, causing them to flee toward the river for safety. Only Goliath's mother remains perched on a branch, watching over him with a mix of worry and pride. The incident shows that even the smallest creature can unsettle the mighty tribe.

Goliath stands unfazed as the mouse taunts him about elephants fearing mice. The moment escalates to a perilous point as the mouse is led toward a cliff above the crocodile's mouth. Goliath's restraint keeps both from a deadly fall and earns respect.

In a defining moment, Goliath spares the mouse when it begs for life, earning his father's hard-won respect. The herd witnesses his mercy and wisdom, and he is finally recognized as the top elephant of the herd. The journey from underdog to idol is complete.