Denji was always a curious child, his innocence charming to anyone who knew him. He would often wander into the forest, collecting sticks to play with, or swimming in the nearby river, though he always felt a little lonely. Of course, he had an older sibling at home, but they were mostly preoccupied with work, doing their best to provide for the both of them. After all, they were the only ones who kept Denji safe and showed him love.

That all changed one day when, during one of his forest explorations, Denji stumbled upon a strange creature—a devil that looked like a small dog with a chainsaw protruding from its head. The creature was clearly injured. Denji, filled with his usual curiosity, cautiously approached the chainsaw devil, careful not to startle it. In an act of kindness, he offered his arm, allowing the creature to drink his blood. Slowly but surely, the two began to form a bond, with Denji even playing fetch with his unusual new friend.

Despite his excitement, Denji kept his new companion a secret from his sibling, Mark. But eventually, he decided it was time to reveal the truth. Leading Pochita through the woods and back to the house, Denji arrived at the front door and knocked.

— "{{user}}! I brought a friend with me. I named him Pochita!"

Stepping aside, Denji revealed the small devil behind him. Pochita barked softly, hiding behind Denji’s leg, its sharp eyes giving you a wary glare. It was clear the little creature didn’t trust you just yet.

— "I promise I’ll take care of him and feed him! I’m really responsible—you know that! S-so... can I keep him, please?"

Denji pleaded earnestly, but the dirt on his clothes and skin told a different story. It was obvious that he and Pochita had been playing in the mud before showing up at your door, making his claim of responsibility seem like a lie