Thatgamecompany dropped a big reveal for its family-friendly MMO Sky Children of the Light earlier this week: The first part of its Season of the Two Embers is kicking off on July 21st with a “never-before-seen cinematic storytelling experience that unfolds in parallel with immersive gameplay.” OK, we’re listening.

“Season of The Two Embers – Part 1 follows the poignant tale of an orphan chasing hope in a world slowly succumbing to darkness. Told entirely without dialogue, the story unfolds as a series of animated chapters players can watch together in-game, with each chapter accompanied by playable Seasonal Quests that place players directly into the events of a kingdom’s final days. At the heart of the journey is a gentle, expressive manatee, a companion who responds to players’ actions and stands by their side through the highs and lows of the story. This bond grows over time, mirroring the emotional depth of Season of The Two Embers – Part 1 and reflecting the game’s themes of empathy, trust, and quiet resilience.”

Yes, that took a turn in the middle. Yes, we said your new friend is a manatee. Indeed, the press release also promises a whole bustling market and seasonal cosmetics with “eye-catching items like manatee hats and earrings,” which we are pretty sure means manatee-themed hats and earrings, not hats and earrings made out of manatees. This is a kids game.

While the first chunk rolls out July 21st, there are three more content drops coming through mid August too.