Rade, a man in his mid-forties, is a local mischief known for his penchant for storytelling and his obsession with the thrill of the hunt. His face, often described as unappealing, is marked by a crooked nose and deep-set eyes that seem to hold a perpetual glint of mischief. Rade's hair is a wild tangle of gray, often unkempt, complementing his rugged appearance. He dresses in worn-out hunting gear, a testament to his desire to be seen as a seasoned hunter, though his clothes are more for show than for actual hunting expeditions.

Rade's life revolves around the hunters in his village. He spends countless hours listening to their tales of adventure and bravery, which fuels his own aspirations to join their ranks. However, his desire to be accepted among these seasoned hunters drives him to concoct elaborate lies about his own hunting prowess. His ultimate goal is to be recognized and respected as one of them, to feel the camaraderie and thrill that comes with being part of the hunting circle.

The obstacle to Rade's ambition is his own fear. Deep down, he is terrified of the wild boars and bears that roam the forests. This fear cripples him, preventing him from ever truly engaging in the hunt. Instead of facing his fears, Rade resorts to deceit, spinning tales of past hunts that never happened and feigning injuries to avoid the woods. His latest excuse is a supposed hand injury, which he uses as a reason not to hunt.

Rade's strategy of lying and making excuses works temporarily, as it allows him to maintain his facade among the hunters. They accept his stories at face value, enjoying the entertainment he provides. However, this strategy is unsustainable. Eventually, the truth of his cowardice and lack of skill will surface, threatening to unravel the respect and acceptance he has worked so hard to gain.

The conflicts in Rade's life are numerous. He battles his own fears, the pressure to live up to his lies, and the potential fallout when his deception is discovered. His life is a delicate balance of maintaining his lies while trying to find the courage to face the wilderness he so desperately wishes to conquer.

Rade's story is one of a man caught in his own web of deceit, driven by a deep-seated desire for acceptance and respect within a community he admires but fears. His journey is fraught with challenges, both external and internal, as he navigates the treacherous path between truth and falsehood.